Private PEI North Shore & Cavendish Beaches Tour — 7‑Hour Island Highlights
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours (420 minutes)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—short walks and boardwalk access, mostly seated travel.
Overview
Spend seven hours behind the wheel of a premium five-passenger vehicle exploring PEI’s north shore—red sandstone cliffs, Brackley and Cavendish beaches, Acadian villages, and a garden-lunch at the PEI Preserve Company. This private tour mixes geology, local industry, and easy walks with flexible pickup from Charlottetown.
Private PEI North Shore & Cavendish Beaches Tour — 7‑Hour Island Highlights
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You step into a gleaming five-passenger van and the coastline opens up like a map being unfurled. The guide—nationally certified and quick with local stories—slides into the driver seat, and within minutes Charlottetown’s Victorian facades give way to rolling farm fields and the Atlantic’s thin blue line. The day moves at island pace: measured, curious, and full of small reveals—photo stops at red sandstone bluffs, a boardwalk over wind-sculpted dunes, and the smell of seaweed and cooking lobster that seems to follow fishing villages.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Wear sand-friendly shoes
Boardwalks and white-sand beaches are part of the route—light hikers or sturdy sandals with grip are best.
Bring sun protection
Reflected light off sand and water makes sunscreen and a hat critical even on breezy days.
Carry small cash
Local shops, preserves, or additional small admissions sometimes accept cash only—bring small bills.
Plan for wind
A windproof layer will keep you comfortable when standing on exposed dunes or cliffs.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harlequin ducks
- Seals near oyster beds
History
Charlottetown played a central role in Canadian Confederation and the island’s architecture reflects Victorian prosperity tied to shipbuilding and agriculture.
Conservation
PEI’s dunes are fragile—stick to boardwalks to prevent erosion and be mindful around shellfish farms to avoid disturbing aquaculture infrastructure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy sandals or trail shoes
Grip and comfort for boardwalks and sand walking.
summer specific
Windproof jacket
Coastal winds are constant; a light shell keeps you warm and dry.
spring specific
Sunscreen & hat
Protects against strong reflected UV from sand and water.
summer specific
Compact camera or phone with polarizer
Reduces glare on water and deepens the blue of the Atlantic for photos.