PEI Private Tours: Coastal Culture, Lighthouses & Green Gables

5.0
(17 reviews)
Charlottetown, Canada

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 5 more

Tours available in French with our bilingual guide — and every guest takes home a signed copy of "PEI Has a Story," the guide's published book of 73 island stories, something no other PEI tour offers.
Explore Prince Edward Island on a custom, private tour tailored to your interests and cruise schedule. Visit landmarks like Green Gables Heritage Place, PEI National Park, Dalvay by the Sea, Brackley Beach, Covehead Harbor, North Rustico, and charming fishing villages. Enjoy coastal scenery, red sandstone cliffs, local history, and photo ops. Travel comfortably with a knowledgeable guide sharing stories and hidden gems. A flexible itinerary, private transport, and personalized service make for an unforgettable PEI experience.

What's Included

National Park & Beaches
Green Gables Trivia game
Bottled water
A taste of PEI — a local snack on board
Free tour photos — your guide photographs you at the best spots
A signed copy of "PEI Has a Story" — the guide's book of 73 island stories
Free wifi
Live cruise-ship tracking — we adjust pickup if your ship is early or late

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Inside the cruise terminal, by EXIT W3, you will see your name printed on the board.

OR
Meeting point

We will meet you at the cruise ship Terminal by EXIT W3

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • Stanhope (Pass by)

    Explore Stanhope, Prince Edward Island, a peaceful coastal community known for its natural beauty, beaches, and historic significance. Travelers can learn about the area’s rich past, including archaeological discoveries such as ancient human remains and a jawbone found from around 5,000 years ago, offering a glimpse into the region’s early history

    Admission ticket free
  • Prince Edward Island National Park (Pass by)

    Red sands, rolling dunes, and endless ocean views Exploring the North Shore of Prince Edward Island National Park — where red cliffs meet soft beaches and every turn feels like a postcard. ✨ Peaceful, wild, and unforgettable.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Dalvay

    Dalvay-by-the-Sea is a stunning historic hotel and resort located on the coast of Prince Edward Island, Canada, originally built in 1895 and now recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada. With its beautiful Queen Anne Revival Victorian architecture, the property features 25 hotel rooms and 8 private cottages, and is ranked as Canada's #1 most romantic inn. Dalvay appeared in the famous films "Anne of Green Gables" and "Road to Avonlea," and even Prince William and Kate visited during their 2011 honeymoon. With 127 years of history, this resort attracts travelers every year from May to October with excellent food, coastal activities, and the natural beauty of Prince Edward Island National Park.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Covehead Harbour Lighthouse is a charming, historic wooden lighthouse located in Prince Edward Island National Park, Canada. Built in 1878, this square tapered tower stands 8.2 meters (26.9 feet) tall and is one of the smallest lighthouses on the island. Its iconic red-and-white design has become a beloved landmark, drawing photographers and visitors from around the world. The lighthouse once guided ships safely into Covehead Harbour and remains a cherished symbol of PEI’s maritime heritage. Today, it sits peacefully on the shore, offering stunning views of the bay and serving as a picturesque reminder of the region’s rich fishing and shipping history

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Brackley Beach

    Brackley Beach Soft white sand, red cliffs, and endless Atlantic views — a quiet stretch of PEI’s North Shore that feels like pure escape.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Dunes Studio Gallery & Cafe

    Dunes Gallery A coastal art gallery on PEI’s North Shore, showcasing local creativity inspired by the island’s beaches, dunes, and sea.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Visit The Great Canadian Goat Soap and discover locally made goat milk soaps and natural skincare products. A unique stop to experience local craftsmanship and find a special PEI souvenir.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Oyster Bed

    We'll pause at Oyster Bed Bridge, a tiny community named for the oyster beds lying on both sides of the bridge over the Wheatley River — look down and you can often see the beds and aquaculture gear in the water. This is the perfect classroom for PEI's shellfish story: the island grows about 80% of Canada's mussels, farmed on ropes suspended from longlines — no feed, no additives, just clean water — ready to harvest in about 18 months. Oysters are the older tale: wild Malpeque oysters, tonged by hand from the seabed and aged 5 to 7 years, were declared the world's tastiest at a Paris exhibition in 1900. Today most are farmed in floating bags and cages. I'll show you how to read the water like a farmer.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Farmers' Bank of Rustico Museum & Doucet House

    Farmers’ Bank Museum & the Island’s Oldest House ️ Historic gems in North Rustico — a glimpse into early PEI life, banking, and one of the island’s oldest preserved homes by the sea.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Driving through North Rustico, you'll spot one of PEI's most talked-about landmarks: Around the Sea, the world's first rotating house. This 5,000 sq ft round home sits on a giant steel platform and slowly rotates 360 degrees throughout the day, so each of its four guest suites takes turns facing the ocean. I'll point it out as we pass and share how it came to be — an idea sparked in Australia, engineered to turn for about 15 cents per rotation, and featured by the CBC, CTV and the National Post. A true only-on-PEI curiosity, best admired from the road.

    Admission ticket free
  • 8
    North Rustico Beach

    North Rustico A classic PEI fishing village — colorful boats, fresh lobster, and a working harbour surrounded by red cliffs and coastal charm.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Cavendish Cliffs

    Cavendish Cliffs Striking red sandstone cliffs rising above the Gulf, shaped by wind and waves — one of PEI’s most iconic coastal views.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Green Gables

    Green Gables House The beloved home that inspired Anne of Green Gables — a peaceful farmhouse surrounded by trails, gardens, and PEI’s classic countryside charm.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    New Glasgow

    We'll stop in New Glasgow at the Prince Edward Island Preserve Company, famous across the island for its small-batch preserves. You'll taste their local jams — from classic strawberry to island originals like haskap jam and green tomato jelly — and browse the gift shop for delicious souvenirs: preserves, homemade fudge, loose teas and local crafts. A perfect 15-minute stop to stock up on edible gifts and taste PEI in a jar.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Charlottetown (Pass by)

    Charlottetown Historical District ️ The birthplace of Confederation — a walk through elegant old streets, heritage buildings, and the history that shaped Canada.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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