Prince Edward Island Walking Tour | Canada Walking Tours

Hiking Prince Edward Island

7 Days & 6 Nights 5 Read 1 reviews

Visit the landscape that inspired the famous Anne of Green Gables
Stroll along quiet beaches and through the stunning Greenwich Dunes
Have lunch on the wharf in the picturesque seaside hamlet of North Rustico
Walk through peaceful farmland and forests on the Confederation Trail
Refuel with fresh seafood including lobster rolls and oysters

Explore the ‘best of’ Prince Edward Island on this walking adventure that highlights the landscapes and historic sites that inspired the famous Anne of Green Gables novel. Visit the Green Gables Heritage Place, Anne of Green Gables Museum, and even attend an optional performance of the famed tale. Make your way along the historic Confederation Trail which winds through peaceful rolling farmland, vibrant forests, and wildflower meadows, and spend plenty of time along the coast which boasts soft sand and warm waters. Refuel with delicious seafood, including lobster rolls and fresh oysters.

What To Expect

Travel restrictions and resources, to and from any destination

This tour is rated easy to moderate as the included walks for the most part are not too challenging. There is also great comfort in the fact that you will, throughout the tour have a local representative and a support driver. This part of North Eastern Canada is stunning and if you like coastal walking, and stays in historic inns this is the tour for you.

Tour Type:

Classic Routes | If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, who’s interested in taking on the great routes of the world or looking for a challenge, then our Classic Routes are for you. We’re talking the West Highland Way, Tour Du Mont Blanc and the Passau to Vienna Danube Cycle Path, to name but a few!

Activity:

Inn to Inn Walking | Walk from place-to-place changing accommodations each night. Generally staying in B&B’s, inns, and guesthouses.

Ideal if you have an interest in:

Islands, Off the Beaten Track

As a guide, we would suggest that the minimum age of traveler this tour would be suitable for is: 5 Years

Activity Level & Terrain

This trip is rated easy to moderate. Expect beach and dune walking with time for refreshing dips in the sea. There is some inland walking along the Confederation Trail through farmland and forests.

Navigation

All the walks on this itinerary are available in the Macs Adventure Smartphone App. You will find the walks on the app under the "maps" section and simply download them smartphone and follow the little blue dot!

As the navigation on this tour is straightforward, it does not have turn-by-turn directions. It will be necessary to use the Macs Adventure Smartphone App. Simply download the app for offline use and follow the route on your phone with the assurance that you will be able to find your way, even without turn-by-turn directions.

Accommodations

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of accommodation. You will stay in carefully selected historic inns, lodges, and small hotels. Your room will always have an ensuite or private bathroom. A delicious breakfast is also included.

Single Rooms

If you require single rooms within your party we will always try and accommodate you subject to availability. A single supplement is payable. This trip is not available to solo walkers as there is a minimum of 2 walkers needed to book.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunches and dinners are not included so you are free to choose from the surrounding options. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or at nearby restaurants.

Included

6 nights in characterful accommodations
6 Breakfasts
Luggage transfers
Detailed pre-departure information pack
GPS Tracks in the Macs Adventure Smartphone App
24/7 telephone support
Support person/driver who provides transfers outlined in the itinerary

Excluded

Travel to/from Charlottetown
Lunches, dinners, snacks, and drinks
Travel Insurance
Personal Equipment
Suggested optional activities

Extras

Additional nights before, during, or after the trip
Single Room Supplement

When To Go

This trip is available between mid-June and mid-October. You may start on any day of the week subject to availability. Prince Edward Island is a popular destination with limited lodging capacity, so it is best to book as far in advance as you are able. The best months to visit are anytime between June and October!

Getting to the Start

This tour starts and ends in Charlottetown.

By Car

Prince Edward Island is easily accessible from the neighbouring provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia by bridge or ferry. The Island is connected to the mainland of New Brunswick by the Confederation Bridge (www.confederationbridge.com), making travel throughout the Maritimes easy and convenient. This curved, 12.9 kilometre (8 mile) long bridge is the world's longest bridge crossing ice-covered water and endures as one of Canada’s top engineering achievements. There is a toll to cross the bridge, which is collected only when leaving the Island, at a cost of $45.50 CAD per car, including passengers. Long term parking is available at the Charlottetown Airport (www.flypei.com/parking_info) and at selected locations in downtown Charlottetown (www.city.charlottetown.pe.ca/parkingfacilities.php)

If you would like a more leisurely excursion to the Island from Nova Scotia, Northumberland Ferries Limited offers nine daily departure crossings from each side during high season. This 75-minute route runs between Caribou, Nova Scotia (just outside of Pictou), and Wood Islands, PEI. The crossing fee for the ferry is slightly higher than the bridge, at a cost of approx.$70 per vehicle, including passengers. Summertime crossings feature onboard live music entertainment during peak hours, a cafeteria (including Cows ice cream), and an outdoor seating area allowing passengers to enjoy the fresh sea air during the crossing. Please view the website for schedule times, or to reserve a crossing: www.nfl-bay.com

By Air

There is something magical about seeing PEI from the air as you arrive by plane at the Charlottetown Airport (YYG). With a bird’s eye view from the airplane, tiled farmers’ fields resemble a patchwork quilt and pristine sandy beaches seem as if they could go on forever. Once you arrive at the airport, you will find it is small in size and will be easy to navigate. Adjacent to the arrivals gate is the Visitor Information Centre, where you can find more information (maps, visitor’s guides, friendly advice) about the Island for any of your pre- or post-adventure needs. Direct flights or connections can be made from Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto.

Luggage Transfer

Baggage transfer is included in the cost of your holiday. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20 kg per person.

General Information

On this tour you will meet the local representative on the morning of Day 2. Although this person will transfer you and your luggage along the way, they are not a local guide. This is still a self-guided tour.

Equipment

Our pre-departure information pack has detailed advice on what to bring. Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, including rain gear, sunscreen, and appropriate cycling clothing, as the weather can vary greatly. If you have any questions, we would be happy to share our tips and advice. Please limit your baggage to 1 bag per person of no more than 50 lbs / 20 kg. Your bag will be transported between your inns.

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance that covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.

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