• Roundtrip airface from Toronto, ON to Charlottetown PEI
• Connections Program
• Airport transfers
• Private local transportation
• 7 nights of accommodation 
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
• Local professional guides & all other entry fees and passes 
• Services of an active DeNure Tours Tour Director

Prices are in Canadian dollars, are per person, and include HST.

INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS 

• 8 walks/hikes
• Summerside Spinnaker Landing
• Orwell Corner Historic Village
• Cardigan River Heritage Centre
• Victoria-by-the-Sea
• Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site
• Boughton River Nature Reserve
• Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park
• Deep Roots Apple Distillery
• Greenwich PEI National Park - home of large sand dunes
• Acadien Musical Village, if available
• Guided, walking tour of Charlottetown with free time
• North Cape Complex + Wind Interpretive Centre
• Stompin’ Tom Centre museum, school house and concert
• Canadian Potato Museum
• North Rustico Fisherman’s Harbour & Fishing Village
• Green Gables Heritage Centre
• The Preserve Company
• The Toy Factory
• Lobster Dinner

Great Inaugural Choice 

This tour is the perfect introduction to our active collection, featuring walks on mostly flat trails. Explore five distinct regions of the island, each offering a different hiking experience—coastlines with iconic red soil, tidal flats, sandy beaches and dunes, a floating boardwalk, forest paths, and a riverside trail. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to spot wildlife and birds. With trails rated easy, there’s plenty of time to pause and take in the beauty of nature.

Little Island, Big History and Culture

Discover the island’s heritage through guided tours, historic villages, museums, and cultural sites, including Acadian and Mi’kmaq history, Charlottetown’s Confederation sites, and the iconic Green Gables region.

Worry-free Transportation and One Hotel Base

Private transportation is provided to each trailhead and ready to take you to the next destination when your hike is complete, simply hop on and relax. Staying in one hotel throughout your trip eliminates the need to pack and unpack, allowing you to fully enjoy your time on the island. With convenient transportation and a single home base, exploring P.E.I.’s stunning landscapes has never been easier.

Local Flavours & Experiences

Enjoy artisanal tastings, distillery tours, regional foods, and charming fishing villages, all combined with stress-free travel that balances activity and leisure.

Day 1: Summerside, Guided Walk of Downtown, Spinnakers’ Landing

Fly to Charlottetown, P.E.I., and start your adventure with free time to explore.  Take a short drive to your home base for the next week, Summerside, P.E.I., and settle in at the Quality Inn. Embark on a guided walk (H1/Easy – 5km) of the downtown area. Enjoy the beautiful views as you stroll along the waterside boardwalk to Spinnakers’ Landing, a recreated fishing village that offers a potpourri of giftware, crafts, and great food with the best views of the bay. Enjoy an included welcome dinner and a free evening to explore Summerside.

Stay: Quality Inn, Summerside (7 nights)

Meals: D

Day 2: Red Sands Shore Region, Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site, Hike Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park, Distillery Taste and Tour

After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey to the Red Sands Shore Region, stopping first in the picturesque town of Victoria-by-the-Sea. Here, you’ll have time to explore the charming harbour and visit the Island Chocolate Shop, where artisanal chocolates are crafted locally. Next, arrive at Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site and immerse yourself in Acadian history. Explore the interpretative panels along the 6 km of self-guided trails, while enjoying sweeping views of Charlottetown across the bay. After taking in the sights, savour a boxed lunch before heading to Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park for a moderate 5 km hike (H2) through the tranquil forest. Following the hike, visit a local apple distillery for an informative guided tour and tasting experience. After a fulfilling day of exploration, return to Summerside for a relaxing free evening. Guests can take advantage of the area’s recreational options, including golfing, cycling along scenic routes, walking the Confederation Trail, or simply unwinding and enjoying the hotel’s amenities.

Meals: B, L

Day 3: Points East Coastal Region, Cardigan River Heritage Centre, Boughton River Hike, Orwell Corner Historic Village 

Today, journey to the scenic Points East Coastal Region for a moderate 9.0 km hike (H2) along the beautiful Boughton River, with a brief stop in the historic town of Cardigan to visit its charming museum. Following lunch, step back in time at Orwell Corner Historic Village as you explore a period home, general store, church, community hall, and post office. After this immersive experience, return to Summerside, to unwind with a free evening to relax and enjoy the hotel’s amenities.

Meals: B, L

Day 4: Greenwich PEI National Park

After your included breakfast, head out to stunning Greenwich PEI National Park (H1/Easy – 8km) to explore three trails, one of which takes us to magnificent sand dunes and a unique boardwalk through wetlands.  For those who love beaches, an opportunity to swim on one of PEI’s favourite beaches is available, depending on the weather conditions.  A group dinner and evening of local entertainment (if available) will be enjoyed to finish off our day.  

Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: Free morning, Charlottetown Guided Walking Tour & Free Time

Enjoy a leisurely morning with plenty of options to suit your pace. Whether you choose to sleep in and relax at the hotel, play a round on the adjacent 9-hole golf course, or rent a bike to explore the scenic Confederation Trail, the morning is yours to enjoy at your own pace. After lunch, depart for Charlottetown, the vibrant capital of P.E.I. and the birthplace of Canada’s Confederation. With over 300 historical sites to explore, you’ll be immersed in the city’s rich history during a guided walking tour (H1/Easy – 3km). After the tour, enjoy free time to wander the charming streets, perhaps stopping for dinner at one of the many eateries along Victoria Row, before being transported back to Summerside.

Meals: B

Day 6: North Cape Coastal Region, North Cape Complex and Wind Interpretive Centre, North Cape Nature Trail Hike, Stompin’ Tom Centre, Canadian Potato Museum

After a delicious breakfast, journey up the peninsula to the North Cape Complex and Wind Interpretive Centre, to explore P.E.I.’s unique geography and to learn about the wind’s powerful role in shaping the island’s red dirt coastline. Take a leisurely 7 km walk (H1/Easy) along the North Cape Nature Trail, including the Black Marsh Trail, which features informative interpretation panels. Wander through a wind-swept forest, along stunning red capes, and across a vast bog, to the base of a towering 80-meter windmill to experience its impressive power. After the coastal hike, visit the Stompin’ Tom Centre in Skinners Pond for lunch. Explore the museum that honours his significant contribution to the Canadian music scene, and step inside the schoolhouse where he once studied. Next, head south to the Canadian Potato Museum to discover how this essential crop has shaped P.E.I.’s economy. Returning to Summerside, for a free evening.

Meals: B, L

Day 7: Green Gables Region, Green Gables Heritage Place, The Preserve Company, and The Toy Factory

A visit to P.E.I. wouldn’t be complete without exploring the charming Cavendish area, home to the iconic Green Gables Heritage Place. Journey to the Green Gables region, for a scenic hike along the Cavendish Gulf Shore Parkway to North Rustico (H1/Easy – 9km). Along the way, take in the breathtaking views and enjoy a boxed lunch overlooking the beach. After discovering the picturesque fishing village of North Rustico, head to the fictional home of Anne of Green Gables, where you can explore the beautiful grounds and forested trails. You’ll have time to visit the tea shop, wander through the gardens, and shop for unique souvenirs at the boutique. Then drive to New Glasgow to visit The Preserve Company and The Toy Factory before gathering for a farewell dinner. And don’t worry if lobster isn’t your seafood of choice, there are plenty of other delicious menu options to enjoy. 

Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Farewell 

As the journey through Prince Edward Island comes to a close, gather for one final breakfast at the Quality Inn. With memories of an unforgettable adventure, shuttle to Charlottetown for your return flight home, bidding farewell to the island that has captivated your heart.

Meals: B

Day 1

1. Summerside Walking Tour

(H1/Easy – 5km) 

Departing from the hotel, we will embark a short distance along Water Street to join the waterside boardwalk leading to Spinnakers Landing in downtown Summerside, admiring the bay area.  On return, walk to the hotel after dinner.  Walking shoes and sandals are appropriate

Day 2

2. Skmaqn Port-la-Joye Amherst National Park

(H1/Easy – 6.5km) 

Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site boasts a newly invigorated trail system spanning over 6 kilometers. Explore the newly-opened areas of an 18th-century Acadian settlement and 19th-century British farmlands, follow the Old Harbour interpretive trail to the remains of Fort Amherst and Michel Haché-Gallant’s homestead and take in the stunning views of Charlottetown from the coastal paths.

Trails - Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site (pc.gc.ca)

3. Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park  

(H2/moderate – 5km) 

The Bonshaw Hills represent some of the hilliest wooded terrains in PEI, which is known for its mostly flat terrain.  Noted as a PEI Destination Trail, it contains 18 km of trails consisting of several loops.  The section we will hike is moderate with some hills within a forested area with care to navigate some tree roots.  This is an opportunity to take in the forest canopy.  Sturdy hiking shoes/boots are recommended.

Bonshaw Hills Trail | Government of Prince Edward Island 

Day 3

4. Boughton Nature Reserve 

(H2/moderate – 9.0 km) 

Considered one of PEI’s Destination Trails, Boughton River Trail runs along the river to a viewing tower that is located at the south end for bird watching.  It consists of four loops, with a short spur to view the “drowned estuary” of the Boughton River.  The trail is moderately difficult with steps, a few short but steep hills, and the odd low protruding root to step over. Sturdy hiking shoes/boots are recommended. 

Trail map

Day 4

5. Greenwich PEI National Park 

(H1/Easy – 8km)

The landscape varies from secluded wooded areas to open abandoned agricultural fields to spectacular vistas over Bowley Pond. Walk along a unique floating boardwalk through wetlands, admiring wildlife along the way.  All trails are equipped with interpretive signs, that explain the unique ecosystem and rich history of the area.

Greenwich - Prince Edward Island National Park (pc.gc.ca)

Day 5

Confederation Trail (optional, self-guided)

(H1/Easy)

PEI is known for its 410 kilometers multi-use trail of rolled stone dust trail surface built on a decommissioned railway line that crosses the province tip to tip through forests, across farmland, and along coastal shorelines.  It is primarily a flat route.  The trail in Summerside is close to the hotel and hikers may choose to walk a portion during their free time, or likewise rent a bicycle to explore a longer distance along the flat trail.  Walking shoes are suitable.

6. Charlottetown Walking Town Tour

(H1/Easy – 3km)  

A guided walking tour of downtown historic Charlottetown will cover about 3 km.  Walking shoes and sandals are suitable

Day 6 

7. North Cape Nature Trail and extended Island Walk trail

(H1/Easy – 7km)  

The North Cape Nature Trail (including the Black Marsh Trail and the linear boardwalk), starts at the North Cape Windmill Farm.  The hike continues along a red dirt path, going south towards Norway, located on the Island Walk.  It is also noted as one of the Destination Trails, not to be missed.  Witness the serious soil erosion plaguing this part of the province.  Hiking shoes are suitable.  

All Trails Map

Day 7

8. Cavendish Gulf Shore Parkway to North Rustico

(H1/Easy – 9km)

Walking the pathway from Cavendish through to North Rustico offers not only access to the beautiful beach but also some of the best views of the signature rugged, red sandstone cliffs of PEI’s North Shore.

Parks Canada reference 

This tour flies into and out of Charlottetown. Guests can join this tour from anywhere in the world! Please contact us to discuss your airfare and pre-and post-tour accommodation  options.

Proper shoes/boots and poles are recommended.

Hikes are subject to trail conditions.

Hiking Difficulty & Alternatives - Hikes may involve uneven terrain, inclines, and extended walking. While we walk at a leisurely pace (3 to 3.5 km an hour based on terrain), it is important that the group stays together.  Participation is at your discretion, and travellers are encouraged to assess their own abilities. Guests may choose to not join a hike or amend a hike, in consultation with the Tour Director.  In some cases, alternative self-guided options may be taken, though this option is not always available.  

North Cape, Greenwich Provincial Park, Cavendish trails were highly enjoyable and energetic walks. The Stompin Tom concert was a wonderful experience. The guided tours were information, entertaining, and enjoyable. Great guide!

- C. Franklin

Loved the idea of hiking in PEI. The hiking trails - GORGEOUS!

- H. Lanning

Loved the pace and a mixture of sightseeing and hiking

- B. Smart