Saveur's Prince Edward Island

Itinerary

• Prince Edward Island

  Prince Edward Island is a Canadian province consisting of an island of the same name. The maritime province is the smallest in the nation in both land area and population. The island's lush landscape has had a strong bearing on its economy and its culture. Author Lucy Maud Montgomery drew inspiration from the land during the late Victorian Era for the setting of her classic novel Anne of Green Gables. Today, many of the same qualities are enjoyed by tourists who visit during all seasons. They enjoy beaches, golf courses, eco-tourism adventures, and simply touring the countryside and enjoying cultural events in local communities around the island.

• Bay of Fortune

  The Inn At Bay Fortune is ideally located in Eastern PEI, the home of some of the best beaches on the Island.

• Charlottetown

  Charlottetown is the largest city and provincial capital of Prince Edward Island. The city was named the colonial capital of the island by the British in 1764, and is largely renowned as the "Birthplace of Confederation." Charlottetown's downtown includes the city's historic five hundred lots, as surveyed by Captain Samuel Holland, as well as the waterfront facing the harbour and the Hillsborough River.

• Spry Point

  Located some 70km east of Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island, Spry Point is an idyllic spot with a spectacular 110-acre peninsula sharing 9000 ft. of shoreline and a beautiful sandy beach with Sally's Beach Provincial Day Park.  

• • Charlottetown
  • The Great George Hotel

  Day 1: Charlottetown

  Welcome to Canada’s smallest province, Prince Edward Island. Upon arrival at the Charlottetown Airport pick up your full size car rental and proceed to your hotel located in Downtown Charlottetown.

  Explore the town of Charlottetown - called the "Birthplace of Confederation" after the historic 1864 Charlottetown Conference which led to Confederation. Enjoy a stroll on National Historic Great George Street; sit amongst the trees on Victoria Row; or shop on Queen Street.

  Accommodation: The Great George Hotel

  Nestled in the Great George Street National Historic District, The Great George is the perfect starting point for exploring Charlottetown, the birthplace of Confederation and the capital city of Canada's smallest province, Prince Edward Island. Designed around the senses, The Great George is a unique cluster of 15 award winning heritage buildings showcased by rich accents and detailed interiors. Lovingly restored, each building has a character and a story of its own. The Great George's detailed restoration of an historic streetscape has created a small luxury hotel like no other. It is our goal to create a historic boutique hotel with which guests can have a personal connection - whether it be a special memory or a feeling.

• Day 2: Charlottetown - Silver Bush - New Glasgow

  Includes car hire for the day.

  Enjoy the company of a local Guide today as you expore PEI.

  Discover the Land of Anne - View rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages and bustling harbors along the Blue Heron Drive as you get ready to meet Anne of Green Gables and authentic descendants of Lucy Maud Montgomery. The first stop is Silver Bush and the Anne of Green Gables Museum, where you'll enjoy raspberry cordial with Anne, and then embark on a horse and carriage ride along the Lake of Shining Waters.

  Next, it's off to Cavendish-- the old farm site that inspired Montgomery's first novel, Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. Cavendish Beach is not far away with its red cliffs and beautiful beach. From Cavendish travel to New Glasgow for a visit to the PEI Preserve Company--an island landmark known for its great food. The owners, Bruce and Shirley MacNaughton, have renovated a 1913 butter factory into a wonderful showcase of island products including their own world-famous preserves. It is located in one of Canada's prettiest villages brimming with island charm and hospitality along with a spectacular view.

  Enjoy a fresh lobster dinner tonight!

  Accommodation: The Great George Hotel
• • Landscape of Charlottetown

  Day 3: Charlottetown - Victoria by the Sea - Summerside

  Includes car hire for the day.

  Enjoy the company of a local Guide today as you expore PEI.

  Drive the scenic route along the beautiful southern shoreline of Canada's smallest and greenest province. Visit the quaint village of Victoria-by-the Sea with its picturesque harbor and lighthouse. There's a chance here to shop for souvenirs.

  Drive from Victoria by the Sea to the base of the Confederation Bridge--one the world's longest multi-span structures that links the province with mainland Canada. Close by is an incredible photo-op of the bridge from Borden-Carleton. At Gateway Village you have the opportunity to visit a fine producer of Anne of Green Gables porcelain dolls. Continue on to Summerside.

  Enjoy a visit to the College of Piping.

  Drive from Summerside to Charlottetown.

  Attend the longest running musical in Canadian History – Anne of Green Gables- The Musical this evening!

  (Entertainment subject to change due to date and availability)

  Accommodation: The Great George Hotel
• • The Inn at Bay Fortune

  Day 4: Charlottetown - Murray Harbour - Bay of Fortune

  Includes car hire for the day.

  Enjoy a self drive excursion taking you to the North Shore of PEI. Your first visit of the day is at Greenwich National Park where you will discover an ecological experience like no other. This National Park is famed for its over-sized dune system that is sure to please as an amazing element of natural beauty of the island's north shore. From Greenwich it's off to PEI's only winery Rossignol Winery.

  Enjoy a visit of Rossignol Winery, where you will sample a variety of wines influenced by the special maritime climate. Included with the tasting is a complete tour of this working winery.

  Enjoy dinner tonight in the dining room of the The Inn at Bay Fortune. Where to Eat in Canada has consistently ranked the Inn at Bay Fortune among the top 30 restaurants in Canada. The Inn won the Internationally Coveted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for Its Wine List and Wine Program in 2009. The Inn's emphasis on Island products is reflected in an intensely regional cooking style that captures the essence of Prince Edward Island. Enjoy the wonderful flavours as you dine on the verandah overlooking the water.

  Accommodation: The Inn at Bay Fortune

  The former artist colony that is the Inn at Bay Fortune has been transformed into an award-winning inn and restaurant, boasting that all ingredients and products are produced within a 100-mile radius of the inn. The freshest seafood, meats, produce and herbs come together to create a dining experience that is "Uniquely PEI." It's distinctive architecture is reflective of its Maritime setting. Weathered shingles, sloped roofs and traditional details characterize its charmwhile the view is an everpresent reminder of the ocean and its many moods. This is the former summer home of Broadway playwright Elmer Harris (Johnnie Belinda) and more recently of actress Colleen Dewhurst (Marilla in the film Anne of Green Gables). The Inn offers 18 elegant guest rooms with private bath (14 with fireplace sitting area) and a view of the water overlooking Fortune Harbour and Northumberland Strait.

• • Golf

  Day 5: Bay of Fortune

  Take advantage of the great location of Bay of Fortune and consider any number of activities for the day today including exploring the Confederation Trail by mountain bike travelling through some of the Island's most unique ecological areas, enjoying one of Prince Edward Island's most challenging golf courses such as The Links at Crowbush Cove, Brudenell River Resort, and Dundarave courses. Alternatively, consider a relaxing bike ride along the Eastern Kings Coastal Drive passing through the villages of Eglington, Howe Bay and into Little Pond before traveling along Spry Point Road which leads to a spectacular 110-acre peninsula sharing 9000 ft. of shoreline and a beautiful sandy beach with Sally's Beach Provincial Day Park. Other options include river (self-guided) or sea (guided) kayaking. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these activities.

  Enjoy dinner tonight in the dining room of the The Inn at Bay Fortune. Where to Eat in Canada has consistently ranked the Inn at Bay Fortune among the top 30 restaurants in Canada. The Inn won the Internationally Coveted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for Its Wine List and Wine Program in 2009. The Inn's emphasis on Island products is reflected in an intensely regional cooking style that captures the essence of Prince Edward Island. Enjoy the wonderful flavours as you dine on the verandah overlooking the water.

  Accommodation: The Inn at Bay Fortune
• • The Inn at Spry Point

  Day 6: Bay of Fortune - Spry Point

  Kayak the gentle shoreline past cliffs and sandy beaches on a professionally guided tour as you make your way from the Bay of Fortune to the Inn at Spry Point. This trip will surely excite paddlers of all skill levels (assistance is given to beginners) and kayaks are available for one or two people. Enjoy a leisurely lunch en route and soak in the beautiful natural surroundings.

  While you are enjoying your kayak trip from Inn to Inn, your luggage and rental car will be transfered from one location to the other so they will be at your new property waiting for you!

  Enjoy a wonderful dinner at the Inn at Spry Point. The dining room offers a casual environment in an elegant setting. The menu changes daily to reflect the best, freshest ingredients available from the Inn's network of local suppliers. Organic vegetables and herbs are grown specifically for the Inn and special dishes are created from simple ingredients with brilliant flavours.

  Accommodation: The Inn at Spry Point

  The Inn at Spry Point is located in a spectacular setting on the eastern coast of PEI. Upon arrival, surrounded on three sides by water you will walk to the entrance and into the lobby with a wall of windows soaring to cathedral ceiling and a cupola some 34' above. The accommodations at the Inn are elegant without being too frilly or formal, with king beds in all15 guest rooms (11 with private balcony and 4 with garden terrace). Some rooms and all common areas are air-conditioned. The beauty, atmosphere and scenery of the Island are reflected in the interior decorating with soft peaceful colours. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the restaurant on the property and produce is sourced from the hotel's network of local farmers and fishers. In fact the vegetables and herbs are grown organically at the Inn's sister property, and harvested daily. Fishermen call directly from their boats to say they are on their way in with today's catch.

• Day 7: Charlottetown - Spry Point

  Includes car hire for the day.

  Enjoy the drive from Spry Point to Charlottetown - approximately 70kms and a one hour's drive.

  Accommodation: Depart (Int`l Airport)

Accommodation

• • The Great George Hotel

  The Great George Hotel

  Nestled in the Great George Street National Historic District, The Great George is the perfect starting point for exploring Charlottetown, the birthplace of Confederation and the capital city of Canada's smallest province, Prince Edward Island. Designed around the senses, The Great George is a unique cluster of 15 award winning heritage buildings showcased by rich accents and detailed interiors. Lovingly restored, each building has a character and a story of its own. The Great George's detailed restoration of an historic streetscape has created a small luxury hotel like no other. It is our goal to create a historic boutique hotel with which guests can have a personal connection - whether it be a special memory or a feeling.

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• • The Inn at Bay Fortune
  • The Inn at Bay Fortune

  The Inn at Bay Fortune

  The former artist colony that is the Inn at Bay Fortune has been transformed into an award-winning inn and restaurant, boasting that all ingredients and products are produced within a 100-mile radius of the inn. The freshest seafood, meats, produce and herbs come together to create a dining experience that is "Uniquely PEI." It's distinctive architecture is reflective of its Maritime setting. Weathered shingles, sloped roofs and traditional details characterize its charmwhile the view is an everpresent reminder of the ocean and its many moods. This is the former summer home of Broadway playwright Elmer Harris (Johnnie Belinda) and more recently of actress Colleen Dewhurst (Marilla in the film Anne of Green Gables). The Inn offers 18 elegant guest rooms with private bath (14 with fireplace sitting area) and a view of the water overlooking Fortune Harbour and Northumberland Strait.

  • More information
• • The Inn at Spry Point
  • The Inn at Spry Point

  The Inn at Spry Point

  The Inn at Spry Point is located in a spectacular setting on the eastern coast of PEI. Upon arrival, surrounded on three sides by water you will walk to the entrance and into the lobby with a wall of windows soaring to cathedral ceiling and a cupola some 34' above. The accommodations at the Inn are elegant without being too frilly or formal, with king beds in all15 guest rooms (11 with private balcony and 4 with garden terrace). Some rooms and all common areas are air-conditioned. The beauty, atmosphere and scenery of the Island are reflected in the interior decorating with soft peaceful colours. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the restaurant on the property and produce is sourced from the hotel's network of local farmers and fishers. In fact the vegetables and herbs are grown organically at the Inn's sister property, and harvested daily. Fishermen call directly from their boats to say they are on their way in with today's catch.

  • More information

The Fine Print

• Trip Operator

  Horizon & Co. (founded in 1963), is a privately-owned leading boutique travel company. Horizon designs and stages authentic and deeply personal travel experiences that are carefully choreographed to induce a life-long memory. In addition to offering published trips on seven continents, Horizon builds private custom trips for discerning individuals and small groups.

• Contact Information

  Horizon & Co.
  Tel: 1-800-387-2977
  Email: admin@horizon-co.com
  Web: www.horizon-co.com

• What's Included:

  • Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

• What's not Included:

  • Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance

• Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
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