Hop-on Hop-Off Transportation in Nova Scotia
Explore Nova Scotia —without renting a car.
Nova Scotia is made for wandering. Coastal roads, fishing villages, wineries, beaches, hiking trails — all spread out just enough to make getting around tricky without a vehicle.
That’s where Alternative Routes comes in.
We offer hop-on hop-off transportation to Nova Scotia’s most loved destinations, giving you the freedom of a road trip without the stress of driving, parking, navigating, or committing to a rigid tour schedule.
Think of us as your designated driver for adventure.
What does “hop-on hop-off” actually mean?
It’s simple — and flexible by design.
You:
Hop on one of our routes
Get dropped off at key stops along the way
Explore at your own pace
Hop back on later (same day or another day, depending on your pass)
No herding.
No scripts.
No awkward icebreakers.Just reliable transportation, local insight when you want it, and the freedom to travel your own way.
Where do we go?
Our routes connect Halifax with some of Nova Scotia’s most iconic (and some quietly magical) places, including:
Coastal villages
Wineries & breweries
Beaches and lighthouse stops
UNESCO towns and heritage sites
Hiking areas and seaside trails
Each route is designed to give you real time at real places, not 12 photo stops and a gift shop.
👉 You can explore individual routes and schedules here:
Not a tour — transportation with local knowledge
We’re often asked, “Is this a tour?”
Not exactly.
We’re a transportation service built for curious travellers. Our drivers are locals who know the roads, the stories, and the best time to grab lunch — but we won’t talk your ear off unless you want us to.
You’ll get:
Helpful context
Honest recommendations
Accessibility-aware planning
Space to do your own thing
Some days you’ll chat.
Some days you’ll nap.
Both are valid.
Hop-on hop-off + self-guided cycling
One of our favourite uses of the hop-on hop-off system? Self-guided bike trips.
We support cyclists by:
Transporting you (and your bike) to scenic starting points
Letting you ride one direction instead of out-and-back
Picking you up when your legs say “that’s enough”
If you’re planning a self-guided bicycle tour in Nova Scotia, our hop-on hop-off routes can be the missing link that makes it easy — and enjoyable.
👉 Learn more about our bike-friendly transport options:
Why travel this way?
Because Nova Scotia isn’t meant to be rushed — and it’s not meant to be stressful.
Our model helps:
Reduce traffic on rural roads
Cut down on unnecessary car rentals
Support small communities responsibly
Make travel more accessible and less exhausting
It’s better for visitors, better for locals, and better for the places you came to see.
How passes work
We offer flexible pass options depending on how you want to travel:
Single-day hop-on hop-off passes
Multi-day passes
Route-specific options
Bike-inclusive bookings
👉 View passes and pricing here:
Ready to hop on?
If you want to explore Nova Scotia with freedom, flexibility, and fewer logistics, hop-on hop-off travel might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Browse routes.
Pick a pass.
Let us handle the driving.
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