Amazing PEI Experience
7 hours. $700
This comprehensive excursion is designed to showcase all that Prince Edward Island has to
offer to give the visitor an Amazing PEI Experience.
The tour begins with a historic exploration of Charlottetown landmarks and historical sites
including Great George Street National Historic District, and Province House, birthplace of
Confederation and seat of Prince Edward Island's provincial legislature since 1847. A short
drive through the countryside takes us to the beautiful north shore of PEI, where you will see
beautiful vistas including, lighthouses, red cliffs, sand dunes, north
shore beaches, mussel farms, and fishing villages. Ample stops along
the way at your leisure to explore PEI’s national park. This part of the
day includes a stop at Tracadie Harbour a great little seaport with
beautiful sand dunes, then it’s on to historic Dalvay by the Sea, A first
class hotel housed in a national historic site. Then off to Brackley Beach
and great views of the Atlantic and the island sand dunes an
opportunity to touch your toes in the warm Atlantic water. No drive
along the north shore would be complete without a visit to the Dunes, an Island icon, with
beautiful, quality, island crafts and an incredible garden to explore.
The next stop is the PEI Preserve Company for a quick taste of their world-famous products
and a tour of this old 1913 butter factory, now home to the world-famous PEI Preserve
Company. Lunch will be available here at your own expense
(We will make Reservations). After lunch it’s a scenic drive
through the PEI National Park with it beautiful views and
abundance of wildlife (Island fox), a view of Cavendish
Beach and the red cliffs, and a photo stop only - Green
Gables House. An optional visit of Green Gables House can
be arranged if you wish, though admission fees apply and
additional time would be required.
Next it's onto a true gem, the harbor and beach at North Rustico. This north shore Acadian
fishing village was founded around 1790. Here you will be shown the famous red sandy
shore and learn more about the rich farming and fishing communities. You will be able to
see a working fishing village and learn about the lobster fishing industry on PEI.
The next stop is Rusticoville the oldest French Acadian village on PEI with lots of history and
where you’ll learn about the oyster industry.
Finally, a scenic drive back to Charlottetown and the historic waterfront on your return to
your starting point.
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