Red-sand shores and Anne of Green Gables country
Prince Edward Island is Canada's smallest province, a crescent of gentle green farmland, red-clay roads and dune-backed beaches set in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Its distinctive red soil and sandstone cliffs, rich in iron, give the island its trademark warm colour. This is Epekwitk, the traditional territory of the Mi'kmaq people. Charlottetown, both the capital and largest city, is celebrated as the birthplace of Confederation, where the talks leading to Canada began in 1864, and is the gateway via YYG. The island is forever linked to Anne of Green Gables, the beloved novel set in Cavendish, which draws visitors from around the world — especially from Japan, where the story has a devoted following. With some of the warmest ocean waters north of the Carolinas, fresh oysters and lobster, and the soaring Confederation Bridge linking it to the mainland, PEI is gentle, scenic and easy to tour. Maple Fun does not yet run a standard catalog tour here, but we arrange custom itineraries on request.
The farmhouse and grounds that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables are preserved at Cavendish, complete with Lover's Lane and the Haunted Wood. It is a place of pilgrimage for readers worldwide, and especially cherished by Japanese visitors. Surrounding Cavendish blends literary heritage with beaches and family attractions.
Strung along the island's north shore, the park protects red sandstone cliffs, sweeping white-and-pink sand beaches and fragile dune systems backed by salt marsh. Its warm, shallow waters are among the best for swimming in Atlantic Canada. Coastal trails and birdlife make it a relaxed highlight of any visit.
The walkable capital is known as the Birthplace of Confederation, where delegates first met in 1864 to discuss the union that became Canada. Victorian streets, a lively waterfront and the Confederation Centre of the Arts give it a charming, historic feel. It is the natural base for exploring the rest of the island.
The 12.9-kilometre Confederation Bridge — one of the longest over ice-covered water in the world — links PEI to New Brunswick. The island is laced with signed coastal drives that loop past lighthouses, fishing harbours, farm stands and beaches. Touring these gentle routes is one of the great pleasures of a PEI visit.
No standard tour catalogue entries for Prince Edward Island yet — but we build custom itineraries here regularly. Ask us about it →
