PEI Private Tours: Coastal Culture, Lighthouses & Green Gables

5.0 (16 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Audio guide: English, Persian, French
Guide: English, Persian, French
Written guide: English, Persian, French
Operated by: Pei Private Tours

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

Stanhope

Passing 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
Prince Edward Island National Park

Passing 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.
Dalvay

15 min

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.
Stop 4

20 min

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
Brackley Beach

20 min

Brackley Beach

Soft white sand, red cliffs, and endless Atlantic views — a quiet stretch of PEI’s North Shore that feels like pure escape.
The Dunes Studio Gallery & Cafe

30 min

Dunes Gallery

A coastal art gallery on PEI’s North Shore, showcasing local creativity inspired by the island’s beaches, dunes, and sea.
The Great Canadian Soap Co.

10 min

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.
Oyster Bed

10 min

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.
Farmers' Bank of Rustico Museum & Doucet House

20 min

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.
Around the Sea Rotating House, Suites, & Tours

Passing 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.
North Rustico Beach

Passing by

North Rustico

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

20 min

Cavendish Cliffs

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

30 min Admission not included

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.
New Glasgow

15 min

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.
Charlottetown

Passing by

Charlottetown Historical District ️

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