Top New Brunswick Private Sightseeing Tours

What sets our tour apart is it is exclusive, personalized approach to discovering Saint John and Saint Martin. Enjoy private, guided tours with insider access to top sights like Carleton Martello Tower and the Bay of Fundy. Our expert guides provide captivating stories and tailored recommendations, ensuring an engaging and unique experience. With customizable itineraries and special access, you’ll explore the city in a way that’s both intimate and memorable. Book now for an extraordinary and bespoke adventure in Saint John!

We are a locally based tour operator in Saint John offering knowledgeable guides, comfortable transportation, and carefully curated Bay of Fundy itineraries. The tours focus on the world-famous tides, scenic coastal drives, historic sites, covered bridges, and authentic local drink and food experiences—delivered with personal service, safety, and attention to detail for a truly memorable visit.

At Shore Tours Saint John, we create more than just tours — we craft unforgettable Private Guided Adventures along the stunning Bay of Fundy coast. As a licensed tourism operator based in Saint John, New Brunswick, we offer Bus Tours, Van Tours, Private Tours, and Cruise Shore Excursions designed for comfort, storytelling, and authentic local charm. Travel in style with your own dedicated local guide, exploring the best of Saint John and St. Martins, including the Reversing Falls Rapids, Sea Caves, Fundy Coastline, and historic landmarks. Every tour is personalized, giving you time for photos, sightseeing, and relaxation — no rushing, no crowds. Enjoy door-to-door service, comfortable vehicles, and a warm Maritime welcome. Learn local legends, taste the region’s flavors, and experience the true spirit of New Brunswick. Join us for a private guided experience that feels like exploring with a local friend — filled with breathtaking views, rich stories, and unforgettable memories.

Explore Canada’s oldest incorporated city on a flexible GPS-guided audio walking tour. Stories play automatically as you follow Saint John’s waterfront, historic streets, public squares and remarkable architecture. Highlights include AREA 506, HARBOUR PASSAGE, LOYALIST HOUSE, SAINT JOHN CITY MARKET, KING’S SQUARE, IMPERIAL THEATRE and the THREE SISTERS LAMP. Hear stories of Loyalists, the Great Fire of 1877 and the Bay of Fundy’s powerful tides. Start whenever you like, pause for photos, shops or waterfront views and finish at your own pace. Download before you arrive; no mobile data or signal is needed during the tour.

Follow the Bay of Fundy from Moncton to St. Martins on a self-guided, one-way audio drive. Allow about 3 hours of driving, plus time for optional stops at the Petitcodiac tidal bore, Hopewell Rocks, Fundy National Park and the Fundy Trail Parkway. The listing maps 27 key itinerary entries, with more audio stories along the way. Download the tour to your own smartphone or tablet before departure. GPS-triggered narration follows your drive, and a live route map works offline after download. Pause for viewpoints, trails or lunch and resume at your own pace; there is no fixed schedule or in-person guide. Bring your own vehicle. Park fees, attraction admission and interior access are separate; the Fundy Trail Parkway is seasonal, and Cape Enrage’s visitor site is closed for 2026.

This tour truly shines with its personalized small-group experiences, guided by an expert who brings each destination to life. We offer comfortable, customized, clean transportation and craft unique itineraries that blend must-see highlights with hidden gems, such as Saint John’s historic and natural charm and the dramatic Reversing Falls Rapids. Our commitment to customer satisfaction ensures a memorable journey through the unique coastal beauty and rich history & heritage of Saint John, New Brunswick.

Embark on an exciting 6 hr tour of southern NB, ideal for groups that fit a 4-passenger van, completely wheelchair accessible. Our guides will assist passengers with wheelchair requirements throughout the tour. Explore the rich history that Saint John has to offer, such as the historic City Market and the Martello Tower. Enjoy some easy walking trails and nature throughout, and witness the phenomena that is the Reversing Rapids. It is advised to wear sneakers or walking shoes for your comfort. **Please note that this tour is only for cruise ship passengers.

As you cruise ship docks at Saint John’s port, take advantage of this shore tour to see some of the city’s amazing landmarks. The Bay of Fundy is one of the most popular attractions in the area and you’ll see why after seeing how far low tide stretches. Get a dose of history at the Fort Howe National Historic Site then stop at Saint John City Market for souvenir shopping and snacks.

Saint John, New Brunswick, is Canada's oldest incorporated city, founded in 1785. Located along the Bay of Fundy, it's known for its stunning natural beauty, historic charm, and vibrant arts scene. Saint John has a rich maritime heritage, with a bustling port that has shaped its economy for centuries.

Looking for things to do in Moncton, New Brunswick? Our Tourist Scavenger Hunt will take you from the City Hall to Resurgo Place, while also stopping by Riverfront Park of course! Tour updated in September 2025. Solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination. You’ll also learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. The Moncton Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3 km / 1.86 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 2 hours to complete. - A fun learning experience - See the sights! 27 locations visited - Learn some local history - Challenge your knowledge: 20 varied challenges - Fun for all ages, kids included - Walk at your own pace: 3 km / 1.86 mi - Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout - Pet-friendly throughout - Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule - Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt - Also available in French

Looking for things to do in Fredericton, the capital of New Brunswick? Start with our scavenger hunt to explore the city! You’ll see the Convention Center, Parliament, City Hall, Science East, and much more. Buy either a single or a group ticket. Discover not only the unavoidable tourist attractions but also the peculiarities of what locals call their home. Solve challenges at each stage of your journey. During this time, you will also be exposed to the city’s history. The Fredericton Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.4 km / 2.1 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It takes 2 hours to complete and ends near the start location. - A fun learning experience - See the sights! 28 locations - Learn some local history - Fun for all ages, kids included - What at your own pace - Wheelchair & stroller accessible throughout - Pet-friendly throughout - Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule Buy 1 package for 1 to 6 people.

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada's oldest incorporated city, has a past that's equal parts gritty, violent, and fascinating. On this walking tour, you'll hear stories of serial poisoners, unsolved murders, public hangings, and a notorious American traitor who fled here seeking redemption. Starting at Tin Can Beach, you'll walk the former red light district of Sheffield Street, pass the spot where New Brunswick's first murder was committed with a table fork in 1784, and stop outside where wealthy brewer Richard Oland was beaten to death in 2011 in a case with no conviction. Just steps away stood the home of Benedict Arnold, burned in effigy by locals. The tour ends near York Point Slip, where the Great Fire of 1877 ignited, reducing over 1,600 buildings to ash overnight. Along the way, hear about the 1889 Candy Killer, the last public hanging at Gallows Hill in 1956, and a 1914 streetcar strike so violent that federal troops rode in to restore order.

The Petitcodiac River has shaped Moncton for at least 2,000 years, and its story is far stranger than most visitors expect. On this walking tour, you'll follow the river from Indigenous portage routes and Acadian rebellion to shipbuilding boomtowns and a causeway that nearly killed the river entirely. Starting at Bore Park, you'll learn how the Bay of Fundy pushes 100 billion tons of water twice daily into the Petitcodiac, sending a visible wave rolling upstream at 13 kilometres an hour. From there, walk riverbanks where Acadian rebels ambushed British soldiers, hear how Mi'kmaq travellers rode the tidal bore in birch bark canoes, and meet Molly Kool North America's first licensed female sea captain, who fought prejudice occasionally by brandishing a lumber log as a weapon. The tour ends back at Bore Park, where the last stand of the tragic Acadian rebel leader Beausoleil comes to a fitting but melancholy end.

Hopewell Rocks and Fundy National Park make up a full-day private tour from Saint John, accompanied by an English-speaking driver-guide. Walk Hopewell Rocks' ocean floor at low tide, passing sandstone formations, coves, cliffs, and tree-topped rocks. In Fundy National Park, see coastal landscapes, forests, waterfalls, and trails beside tides that rise and fall up to 12 meters.

Experience the crisp, refreshing world of Yip Cider with a private tour and tasting set along the banks of the Saint John River. Offered Fridays at 2:00pm, this one-hour guided experience takes you behind the scenes of our production facility, where you’ll learn how our cider is crafted from fermentation to final pour, along with the story behind our family-run cidery. As part of your private experience, you’ll enjoy a curated tasting, including a flight board featuring four of our ciders. It’s a relaxed, all-ages experience designed for those looking to connect more closely with what makes Yip Cider unique.

Embark on a 5-6 hr luxury tour around southern New Brunswick, perfect for up to 6 passengers. Always stay in touch with wifi onboard, complimentary snacks, and drinks. This tour includes locations rich with history, such as Fort Howe and the Martello Tower. Witness the phenomenon of the Reversing Rapids at both high and low tide (if time permits). Enjoy some easy walking trails (upon request) and nature throughout.

What makes this tour unique? Experience one of Canada's most spectacular natural wonders on this private Hopewell Rocks & Bay of Fundy shore tour from Saint John Cruise Port. Designed specifically for cruise passengers, this full-day excursion takes you to the world-famous Hopewell Rocks, where you can walk on the ocean floor beneath the iconic Flowerpot Rocks (tide permitting) and witness the highest tides in the world. Explore the scenic landscapes of Fundy National Park, enjoy a peaceful walk along the Caribou Plain, and visit the charming fishing village of Alma for local crafts, fresh seafood, and maritime hospitality. • Private Hopewell Rocks & Bay of Fundy shore excursion from Saint John Cruise Port • Walk on the ocean floor beneath the famous Flowerpot Rocks at Hopewell Rocks (tide permitting) • Experience the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world • Explore the natural beauty of Fundy National Park, including a walk through the Caribou Plain wetlands

Discover the rich history of the Fredericton Region with a guided group tour at the Fredericton Region Museum. Groups of children, students, and/or adults will engage with original artifacts as knowledgeable guides provide stimulating narratives about the area's past. Enjoy a customized experience tailored to your group's interests, whether for educational purposes or research. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and are available for booking at least two weeks in advance, ensuring a memorable visit for all participants. - Minimum group size: 8 children/students or 4 adults. Smaller groups can be accommodated for an additional fee. Please contact the museum for details. - Engaging narratives about Fredericton's history and culture. - Customized tours available for youth and mature groups are available upon request.

Embark on an exciting 6 hr tour of southern NB, ideal for groups that fit a 6-passenger van (a 7 passenger vehicle may be available for booking, upon early request - prices may vary). Enjoy some easy walking trails and nature throughout. It is advised to wear sneakers or walking shoes for your comfort. **Please note that this tour is only for cruise ship passengers

Our tours are small, personal, and flexible — no crowded buses. We share local stories and hidden gems you won’t find in guidebooks while exploring Saint John City’s history and culture and the natural wonder of the Hopewell Rocks. With all-inclusive pricing, comfortable vehicles, and a passion for New Brunswick, we make sure your experience is authentic, relaxed, and unforgettable.

(Whale Watching admission fee included) Choose between New Brunswick’s only classic Tall Ship (whales plus sails for all ages) and the VIP Nautica zodiac style vessel (ages 5+), or experience both! All boats have a bathroom. (June 15 - Oct 21) The tall ship is a stable, comfortable tour for all ages. Approximately 3.5 hour tour. Licensed cash bar. Hot chocolate and cookie included. Bathroom on board. Seating for all on deck. Up to 45 passengers. The zodiac is a moderate adventures tour with a higher speed and a 2.5 hour tour. There is a small bathroom on board. Hot chocolate and cookie are provided after the tour. Cushioned bus type seating on deck.

Embark on an unforgettable self-guided tour through Fredericton, and immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art, culture, and culinary delights. Wander through the city's picturesque streets and discover the stunning murals that adorn its walls, each one telling a unique story and adding a vibrant splash of color to the urban landscape. Indulge your artistic senses further by visiting the renowned art gallery, where you'll be enchanted by a diverse collection of fine art from local and international artists. Unleash your own creativity at a paint lounge, where you can create your masterpiece in a welcoming and inspiring environment. Finally, satisfy your taste buds at one of Fredericton's top-notch restaurants, where you can savor the flavors of the region and indulge in a memorable dining experience. This self-guided tour promises a harmonious fusion of artistic expressions and culinary delights, leaving you with lasting memories of Fredericton's cultural richness.

Saint John City Highlights, Historic Tour & Bay of Fundy Sea Caves Our most popular day: Saint John's historic uptown and top sights, then a scenic drive to St. Martins to explore the Bay of Fundy sea caves. Saint John city highlights and historic sites St. Martins village and the Fundy sea caves Photo stops all along the way