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Prince Edward Island

Best of Prince Edward Island

Program No. 22391RJ
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
7 days
Program Begins
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Program Concludes
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
16 ( 6B, 5L, 5D )
Activity Level
From
3,449
Explore Prince Edward Island, a land of undeniable yet simple charms, where Maritime and Acadian history is proudly told. Set out in Charlottetown to discover the city’s heritage as one of the earliest crossroads of European exploration and settlement in North America. Experience rural P.E.I., coastal outposts and the extensive National Park system, home to the splendid and well-preserved dunes.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Experience P.E.I.’s agriculture and cuisine firsthand, and get to know the landscapes and people driving the island’s world-class food industries.
  • Immerse yourself in the island’s cultural heritage, including the settings that inspired the classic "Anne of Green Gables" and the life and times of its author, as well as the island’s unique musical tradition merging Scottish, Irish and Acadian roots.
  • Learn about the National Park system’s diverse ecosystem of hundreds of species of plants, animals and birds, archaeological digs from 10,000 years of settlement and a unique dune system overlooking white-sand beaches.
Activity Level
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Walking up to 3.5 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over varied terrain including uneven ground, paved and gravel paths, boardwalks; sandy beaches; stairs. Standing up to 1.5 hours per day. Program will require approximately 10 miles of walking over 7 days. Getting on/off a motorcoach. Up to 3 hours on a motorcoach. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to 3.5 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over varied terrain including uneven ground, paved and gravel paths, boardwalks; sandy beaches; stairs. Standing up to 1.5 hours per day. Program will require approximately 10 miles of walking over 7 days. Getting on/off a motorcoach. Up to 3 hours on a motorcoach. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

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Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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