North Shore And More Private Tour
- 5h 10m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
The North Shore Private Historical Tour is designed to showcase all that Prince Edward Island’s north shore has to offer, beginning with an exploration of the historic city of Charlottetown, its landmarks and heritage sites, including Great George Street, St.. Dunstan’s Basilica, and Province House (the birthplace of Confederation). As we drive into the countryside, we enter the beautiful north shore where you will view wonderful seascapes and vistas, including lighthouses, red cliffs, sand dunes, north shore beaches, mussel farms and fishing villages. There will be ample stops along the way to explore PEI’s national park and to take pictures.
Inclusions
What's included
- PEI National Park Pass
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
This tour begins in the Historic city of Charlottetown, the capitol of Prince Edward Island, and a stop at St. Dunstan’s Basilica. The church is open daily to visitors and the beautiful gothic interior is a must to see. 20 minute stop
Unfortunately, Province House is closed for restoration but your guide will make a brief stop to explain the significance of this heritage building to the birth of this great country, Canada.
Mussel and oyster farm. Here your guide will give a brief explanation of how mussels and oysters are grown in the wild. 10 minute stop
Next, we will drive through the National Park of Dalvay, Stanhope, and Brackley beaches to Covehead Harbour and stop at the Covehead Light House. You will have an opportunity to walk on the sandy beach and, if so inclined, dip your toes in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. 30 minute stop After leaving this section of the National Park, we will make a stop at the Dunes Craft Shop. Here you can find pottery, art, clothing, beautiful gardens and lovely water features.
We will now re-enter the National Park at Cavendish Beach to view the red cliffs of this area and make a stop at the bluffs (a perfect picture taking spot).
A short drives take us to the Acadian village of North Rustico, a working fishing harbor. Here you can see the lobster boats coming and going, ad your guide will have demonstration of how lobsters are trapped. 25 minute stop.
We will now re-enter the National Park at Cavendish Beach to view the red cliffs of this area and make a stop at the bluffs (a perfect picture taking spot).
Next is a photo shop at the Anne of Green Gables house . This area of Cavendish is the inspiration of the Anne of Green Gables house novels written by local author, Lucy Maude Montgomery. 15 minute stop
A short drive takes us to the Island Preserve Company located on the River Clyde in Glasgow . Here you can watch delicious jams being made.
We will return to Charlottetown through the beautiful rolling hills of New Glasgow. There are plenty of opportunities to stoop for pictures of this beautiful area. Just let your guide know if you wish to stop. Time remaining will be allotted to travel time.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- I will meet the guests' at door #4 in seaport terminal.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Tours By Don
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Charlottetown
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 31 day trips we list in Charlottetown.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 31.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Charlottetown
Charlottetown, capital of Prince Edward Island, is a small harbour city of low brick streets where the talks behind Canadian Confederation began in 1864.
Charlottetown sits on the south shore of Prince Edward Island, on a harbour fed by three rivers. In 1864 delegates met in Province House, a sandstone building that is still the seat of the provincial legislature, to discuss uniting the colonies of British North America. The Confederation Centre of the Arts stands nearby, the spires of St Dunstan's Basilica rise over the streets, and Victoria Row keeps its brick storefronts, now cafés and restaurants.
