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Prince Edward Island

Active Prince Edward Island: Coastlines, Trails and Traditions

Program No. 25727RJ
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While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our published materials, programs are typically advertised more than a year prior to their start date. As a result, some program activities, schedules, accommodations, personnel, and other logistics occasionally change due to local conditions or circumstances. Should a major change occur, we will make every effort to alert you. For less significant changes, we will update you during orientation. Thank you for your understanding.
Duration
7 days
6 nights
What's Included
15 meals ( 6B, 4L, 5D )
3 expert-led lectures
10 expert-led field trips
1 hands-on experience
An experienced Group Leader
6 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
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Activity Note
Hotel check-in available from 3:00 p.m. Please bring your Road Scholar name tag.
Afternoon:
Arrive independently in Charlottetown and check in to your centrally located hotel. Take time to settle in or explore the provincial capital before gathering with fellow participants. After receiving your room assignment, visit the Road Scholar table in the hotel lobby to register, confirm program details, and receive updated information. If arriving later in the day, please locate your Group Leader upon arrival.
Dinner:
At the hotel.
Evening:
The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. We will learn from a series of local experts who will give lectures and lead field trips. Program-related travel and transfers will be via private motorcoach unless noted otherwise. Meals will feature local cuisine in a variety of settings. Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Activity Note
Walking up to 2 miles on pavement and sidewalks, approximately 2-2.5 hours in the morning. Walking and other free time activities according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
Set out on a guided walking exploration of Charlottetown with a local historian. Examine how this small port city became the birthplace of Canadian Confederation. Visit Province House, site of the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, and consider the political and social forces that shaped the Dominion of Canada in 1867. Along the way, explore historic streetscapes and architectural landmarks that reflect the city’s evolution.
Lunch:
On your own to explore local dining options; your group leader will be happy to provide recommendations.
Afternoon:
Enjoy time at leisure to explore Charlottetown independently. You may wish to visit the Confederation Centre of the Arts, stroll the waterfront boardwalk, browse local galleries and bookstores, or relax at a café. Your Group Leader will be happy to suggest options based on your interests.
Dinner:
On your own to explore the local flavors of Charlottetown.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving approximately 110 miles total, about 2.5 hours riding time. Walking approximately 5 miles over 2.5 hours on flat, packed gravel and gently rolling terrain; small possibility of exposed roots.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
At the hotel, we'll step into the rich cultural heritage of the Mi’kmaq people of Epekwitk through a captivating experience of song, poetry, and traditional drumming. Guided by Julie, who has received her teachings from the respected Elders of her community, this immersive presentation invites you to connect with the island’s first people through art, rhythm, and storytelling. Listen to the heartbeat of the drum, feel the wisdom carried in the songs, and above all, enjoy this unforgettable journey through the living history of the Mi’kmaq of Prince Edward Island. Next, we will travel by motorcoach to Prince Edward Island National Park for a guided walk along the Homestead Trails. Explore coastal dune systems, native plant communities, and shoreline dynamics while learning how wind, waves, and climate influence this fragile environment. Discuss current conservation strategies that balance public access with habitat protection. Afterwards, the group will transfer by motorcoach to Park Corner to visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum. We will explore how the island’s landscapes influenced Lucy Maud Montgomery’s writing and how her work continues to shape Prince Edward Island’s cultural identity. Discover a collection of meaningful artifacts, including Anne’s Enchanted Bookcase, the organ that played her wedding march, the Crazy Patchwork Quilt, and the Blue Chest from The Story Girl, along with personal memorabilia from the author’s life.
Lunch:
Boxed lunch.
Afternoon:
We'll continue to South Rustico, one of Prince Edward Island’s oldest Acadian settlements. Visit the historic Farmers’ Bank of Rustico, where stories of resilience come to life as you learn how local communities rebuilt following the Deportation of the Acadians through innovative economic initiatives. Step into the nearby Doucet House (circa 1772), a beautifully preserved Acadian home, to experience traditional gardens, orchards, and the rhythms of daily life, offering a deeper connection to the region’s cultural heritage. Continue east toward Brudenell.
Dinner:
At the hotel.
Evening:
We will check into the hotel, and the remainder of the evening will be at your leisure.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving approximately 40 miles total, about 1 hour riding time. Biking approximately 14 miles over flat, packed gravel; about 2.5 hours including stops.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
Cycle approximately 14 miles on e-bikes along one of the most scenic sections of the Confederation Trail, part of the broader Island Walk network linking communities across PEI. Learn how rail transportation once supported agriculture and trade, and how the trail now provides sustainable recreation. Enjoy gentle grades and sweeping views of farmland, rivers, and St. Peters Bay.
Lunch:
At a local restaurant.
Afternoon:
After lunch, continue your journey along the Confederation Trail, taking in new perspectives of Prince Edward Island’s scenic landscapes. Ride through quiet stretches of countryside and coastal vistas, with opportunities to pause, take photos, and further appreciate the natural beauty and tranquility of the island.
Dinner:
At a local restaurant.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving approximately 60 miles total, about 1.5 hours riding time. Walking approximately 4 miles over 2 hours on flat, packed gravel and gently rolling terrain; small possibility of exposed roots.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
We'll board the motorcoach and head east to one of Canada's unique natural treasures at the Greenwich site of PEI National Park. Here we’ll meet a Parks expert and learn about the spectacular parabolic dune system that rises above white-sand beaches and acts as a stunning backdrop to an extensive trail system that includes a floating boardwalk. The Greenwich Dunes area of Prince Edward Island is a 900-acre natural treasure internationally recognized for its unique dune system, its wide variety of bird species and rare plants found in its marshes and woodlands, and the nationally important Aboriginal and Acadian archaeological sites. Keep your eyes open as we head out on a walk for the geographical features and flora and fauna we've just learned about.
Lunch:
We will enjoy a trailside boxed lunch.
Afternoon:
Free time to enjoy the property or relax at your leisure.
Dinner:
At a local restaurant.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Kayaking up to 2 miles (approximately 1.5 hours) in sheltered waters. Your guide will provide a safety briefing, assist with launching, and offer paddling tips to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
Paddle through a protected, ocean-fed lagoon known locally as “The Forks.” Observe how freshwater and saltwater interact to create rich habitat for birds and aquatic life. Your guide interprets tidal flows, wildlife behavior, and conservation efforts while helping you identify eagles, ospreys, herons, and kingfishers. Continue with a hands-on sea-to-table oyster session led by a provincial oyster biologist. Examine oyster anatomy, sustainable aquaculture methods, and flavor profiles. Practice shucking techniques and enjoy a tasting of fresh PEI oysters prepared three ways.
Lunch:
A locally sourced charcuterie-style lunch prepared by your hosts.
Afternoon:
Participate in a guided forest bathing experience inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku. Move slowly through a wooded landscape while your guide introduces techniques that encourage awareness of the forest environment and explains research-based benefits of time spent in nature. The experience emphasizes observation, reflection, and connection to place rather than distance or pace.
Dinner:
Farewell dinner at the resort. Share favorite experiences and enjoy camaraderie with new Road Scholar friends.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for check-out and departure in the morning.
Activity Note
Approximately 45-minute transfer; hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
A group transfer by motorcoach to Charlottetown Airport will set off after breakfast. Approximate arrival at Charlottetown Airport is 9:30 a.m. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!
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