Charlottetown (1 nt) – Montague (2 nts) – Bay Fortune (2 nts)
Day 1
About Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is Canada's smallest province, nestled between the eastern maritime provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The large island, about 273 kms from tip to tip, is marked by red-sand beaches, lighthouses, and fertile farmland, and is renowned for seafood like lobster and mussels. Charlottetown, the capital, is home to Victorian government buildings & the modern Confederation Centre of the Arts, with a theatre and art gallery.
Bike Tour FAQ's
Traveling to PEI (air, land, water + parking)
Arts & Heritage
PEI Lighthouses
Festivals and Events
PEI Cycling Laws & Safety
Hiking & Walking Trails
Illustrated Flora of Prince Edward Island
Getting Around PEI
PEI Road Reports
Eating & Drinking in PEI
Local tip #1: PEI has many seasonal food operations, especially outside of its urban centers. If traveling before/after high season (mid Jun-mid Sep), before embarking on your ride without a backup plan, you'll want to check online or with your host (or direct with the operator) to be 100% sure your lunch or dinner destination will be open. Some spots are experiencing staff deficits and may close early if it's rainy/slow. Inns are also your best source of intel on where to indulge in Island fare, so don't afraid to inquire before/during your stay. Your Final Itinerary will include helpful daily suggestions of local venues to check out. When you're cycling, it's best to be prepared. Eat before you're hungry, drink before you're thirsty and rest before you're tired.
PEI Culinary Trail
Places to Eat in Eastern PEI (Points East Coastal Drive with map)
Where to Eat Vegan & Vegetarian in P.E.I.
PEI Craft Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries
U-Pick Farms
What's In Season
Picnics/Catering:
Cured Creations: If you love biking & picnics, and are riding from Charlottetown, they have a convenient downtown location for pickup. Women entrepreneurs, chef-curated locally-supplied products, vegan/GF menu options & beautiful presentation. What's not to love?
Pure Kitchen Catering's in our neighborhood for special requests
Cordial Picnics will stage picnics within 40 kms of Charlottetown
The Handpie Company's located in Albany but their products are available in various PEI locations. Great Made in PEI to-go or heat up later options. And courtesy of another female Island entrepreneur.
Routes
Downloadable/printable routes are provided 30 days advance for each day of your cycling itinerary. View sample route or scan it to your phone. All route links are accessible in your Final Itinerary after you send us Plotaroute profile name(s) and the final balance has been paid.
View our detailed Route Instructions for more info on:
-digital download formats
-signing up for a free Plotaroute account
-viewing route maps, directions & metrics
-downloading routes to a Garmin or phone*
-printing route directions or cue cards
*If using a phone to navigate, consider investing in a bicycle handlebar phone mount/powerbank combo
If, for any reason, you are unable to print routes and require us to assist with that task, kindly advise at least 2 weeks in advance so that we can assign a staff member to that job. Our administrative fee for formatting and printing plotted routes is $5 CAD+ HST/route X # of routes X # of copies you require. Ex: if your tour entails 6 days of cycling and you require 2 sets of printed routes/maps, then the fee would be $5 X 6 X 2 = $60.00 CAD + HST.
Cycling Overview
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
Day 1: Charlottetown city tour/test ride
Option 1: short
Route link (view, download, print) A relatively flat circular mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 11.8 km long.
Option 2: long
Route link (view, download, print) A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 20.7 km long.
If interested in extending your ride, check out more Charlottetown day ride options here.
Day 2: Charlottetown to Montague
Option 1: coastal route / road
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route on roads, approximately 51.6 km long.
Option 2: active transport path to Pownal (replaces coastal route)
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 51.9 km long.
Option 3: trail to Orwell, road to Montague
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 59.3 km long.
Option 4: trail to Avondale (skip Orwell), road + trail to Montague
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, mostly off-road, approximately 61.9 km long.
Day 3: Montague to Panmure loop
Option 1: Panmure loop
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 51.9 km long.
Option 2: Murray River extension included
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 68.9 km long.
Day 4: Montague to Souris
Option 1:
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 65.0 km long.
Option 2: the Island Walk route, waypoints #27-26, 26-25, 25-24
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 55.7 km long.
Day 5: Souris to Elmira or East Point loop
Option 1: to Elmira, return via trail
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 50.9 km long.
Option 2: to Elmira, return via heritage roads
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route on roads, approximately 55.3 km long.
Option 3: to East point, return via trail
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 66.7 km long.
Option 4: to East point, return via heritage roads
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route on roads, approximately 67.8 km long.
Day 6: Souris to Charlottetown
Option 1: trail from St. Peters to Mt. Stewart only, rest road
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 88.0 km long.
Option 2: road to St. Peters, rest trail
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 90.1 km long.
Option 3: almost 100% Confederation Trail
Route link PENDING A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 93.3 km long.
Deluxe Hybrid Bicycle Rental (5 days)
Arrival, professional outfitting with MacQueen's rental equipment at our shop at 430 Queen Street in the center of Charlottetown. To set yourself up for success, it's highly recommended to make time for a test ride in Charlottetown prior to setting out on your journey. Adjustments and fine tuning are fairly simple to facilitate at the pro shop.
View our rental equipment, additional accessories & current availability here.
Cycle Charlottetown
Take a brief test ride through the residential, waterfront and historic areas of PEI’s capital city, Canada’s “Cradle of Confederation”. Free evening for exploring Olde Charlottetown, some of its fabulous dining or theater opportunities.
Option 1: short
Route link (view, download, print) A relatively flat circular mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 11.8 km long.
Option 2: long
Route link (view, download, print) A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 20.7 km long.
If interested in extending your ride, check out more Charlottetown day ride options here.
Discover Charlottetown
The City of Charlottetown is a flourishing community of approximately 40,500 people located on the south central shore of Prince Edward Island. The capital city of Prince Edward Island, it's known as the "Birthplace of Confederation" after the historic 1864 Charlottetown Conference which led to the Confederation of Canada.
The Holman Grand Hotel (1 night)
Located in the heart of downtown Charlottetown facing the Confederation Center theater and art gallery, The Holman Grand Hotel has an enviable position to suit its prestigious reputation. It's connected to a shopping center, adjacent to Province House National Historic Site of Canada and the Historic Charlottetown Waterfront are local landmarks. Just steps from Victoria Row and Confederation Court Mall.
Perfect for a family or group getaway, these guest rooms sleep 2 or 4 comfortably, while offering spectacular views of old Charlottetown. Holman Rooms come with plush, pillow-top beds, two luxurious robes, a small seating area, work desk, Keurig coffee machine, and everything else you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. This room offers a spa-like shower but no bathtub.
Options for 1 king or 1 queen bed also exist, if that's your preferred configuration.
Charlottetown dining & theater
Charlottetown has a smorgasboard of excellent restaurants for all tastes and budgets, and a number feature outdoor patios in the summer. The capital also has a wealth cultural opportunities with several theaters, art galleries, and regular musical performances throughout the summer.
Arts & Cultural Events
The Guild
Confederation Center
Restaurants & Cafes
Vegan & Vegetarian-Friendly Spots in Charlottetown
Upstreet Brewing: also makes non-alcoholic craft beverages (in our 'hood)
Day 2
Luggage transfer
MacQueen's takes care of transferring your luggage between inns. We normally schedule pickups beginning at 08:30. Our staff will ensure your bags are waiting for you when you arrive in your next destination so that you just enjoy the ride.
Does MacQueen's transfer people & bikes if it rains or if we're tired?
We can't guarantee last minute passenger or equipment shuttles. Read our FAQ's for full information.
Cycle Charlottetown to Montague
Morning departure through seaside communities and rolling countryside to the small riverside town of Montague in eastern PEI. Stop enroute at the Orwell Corner Historic Village, one of seven PEI Museum and Heritage sites. Adjacent is the MacPhail Woods Ecological Forestry Project, an admirable initiative of the Environmental Coalition of PEI. The well-preserved MacPhail Homestead's also worth exploring.
Option 1: coastal route / road
Route link A moderately hilly A to B cycle route on roads, approximately 51.2 km long.
Option 2: active transport path to Pownal (replaces coastal route)
Route link A moderately hilly A to B cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 51.4 km long.
Option 3: trail to Orwell, road to Montague
Route link A moderately hilly A to B cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 58.8 km long.
Option 4: trail to Avondale (skip Orwell), road + trail to Montague
Route link A moderately hilly A to B cycle route, mostly off-road, approximately 61.7 km long.
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
Discover Montague
Montague's a small town located within the Three Rivers municipality in Kings County. Also known as “Montague the Beautiful”, you'll find a tranquil river, tree-lined streets and and number of stately heritage homes. At the heart of Montague is its wharf and marina. Enjoy the boardwalk which runs along the waterfront and is part of the Confederation Trail. The town also features a couple of excellent local craft breweries.
Attractions
Artisans on Main
Garden of the Gulf Museum
Town of Montague
Montague Marina
River Run Dining Cruises
More Montague Activities
Lanes Riverhouse Inn & Cottages (2 nights)
Lanes is a small hotel right in the heart of Montague, walking distance to restaurants, craft breweries, shopping, the marina and more. The property features comfortable, secluded suites and cottages overlooking the beautiful Montague River. Lanes offers a continental breakfast on site at no extra charge, but if interested in elevating your breakfast experience, feel free to try out the Lucky Bean Cafe nearby.
This category has a king bed. If you require 2 beds, we could look to the standard room category which offers options for 2 queens or Queen + double sofabed.
Montague Craft Breweries
Few cyclists don't appreciate a cold beer after a ride. Montague has not one, but two local craft breweries, both relatively close to your accommodations. Cooper Bottom Brewing and Bogside Brewing are great options for relaxing, checking out the local scenery and enjoying some authentic Made in PEI products.
Day 3
Cycle Montague to Panmure Island loop
A picturesque white sand beach connects via a causeway to an Island and PEI's oldest wooden lighthouse. The beach is supervised in the summer and has licensed dining and washroom facilities. PEI's native Mi'kmaq population traditionally visited the sandbars at this beach for clamming in the summer. The area features a provincial park and small rural community. Check out Moonlight Sanctuaries & Buffaloland in Milltown on the way back. The Harvey Moore Wildlife Sanctuary is owned & operated by the Southeast Environmental Asociation.
Option 1: Panmure loop
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 51.9 km long.
Option 2: Murray River extension included
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 68.9 km long.
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
PEI Seafood
PEI is internationally renowned for its seafood and where better to experience it than fresh from the ocean. Atlantic lobster, fat clams, cultured mussels, succulent oysters, scallops and more await. They don't call us "Canada's Food Island" for nothing.
Day 4
Luggage transfer
MacQueen's takes care of transferring your luggage between inns. We normally schedule pickups beginning at 08:30. Our staff will ensure your bags are waiting for you when you arrive in your next destination so that you just enjoy the ride.
Does MacQueen's transfer people & bikes if it rains or if we're tired?
We can't guarantee last minute passenger or equipment shuttles. Read our FAQ's for full information.
Cycle Montague to Bay Fortune
Your cycling route begins on a section of compacted Confederation Trail. Optional: take a sidetrip to visit the former shipbuilding town of Georgetown. Continue via the scenic Points East Coastal drive, passing through rural and fishing villages hugging the coast to the riverside Inn at Bay Fortune, where a sumptuous dining experience awaits.
Option 1:
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, approximately 51.8 km long.
Option 2: with Georgetown
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 68.8 km long.
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
Inn at Bay Fortune (2 nights)
Each of the inn's rooms is true to its seaside setting and features first-class comfort, treasured antiques, modern furnishings, artistic design flourishes and unique local artwork.
The inn is set amongst 48 acres of seaside serenity, during your stay you can explore the organic farm, gardens, whimsical grounds and walking trails. The Feast dining experience is nationally acclaimed.
Courtyards 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are all original to the property. At the turn-of-the-20th century, silent screen actors and playwrights spent their summers here enjoying our beautiful village. All feature unique layouts, Queen sized beds, wood-burning fireplaces and newly remodelled Art Deco bathrooms.
Courtyards 2 + 3: maximum 3 guests (1 bed)
Additional bedding:
Courtyard 1- 1 single cot (maximum 3 guests)
Courtyard 4- 1 single cot (maximum 3 guests)
Courtyard 5- double pullout (maximum 4 guests)
Room rates are based on double occupancy.
Fireworks Feast
The Inn at Bay Fortune is nationally acclaimed for its culinary services.
The Culinary Farm Tour starts at 5:00 pm, Oyster Hour at 6:00 pm and The FireWorks Feast at 7:00 pm.
For foodies, the Inn at Bay Fortune offers the FireWorks Feast, a cookbook, Fire Garden, experimental chefs garden, immersive forest trails, Mushroom Patch, Apple Orchard and more. They even have a flock of free-range hens so you can enjoy farm-fresh eggs for breakfast!
The 2023 farm-to-table feast dining experience price is $235 CAD+ tax per person. Each evening seats are guaranteed at the FireWorks Feast for overnight guests. Advance reservations suggested.
Day 5
Cycle Bay Fortune to Eastern loop
Take the trail and
Option 1: Discover the New Harmony scenic heritage road with its tree-shaded tunnel and colorful rumrunning history. Ride into Souris to check out the boardwalk & dining options.
Option 2: Stop at the Basin Head Provincial Park, beach and Basin Head Fisheries Museum. The "Singing Sands" nickname comes from the sound the geologically-unique pure white sand makes when you step on it, due to a high silica content.
Option 3: Stop at the Elmira Railway Museum, one of just seven PEI Museum and Heritage sites, marking what was the end of PEI's rail line.
Option 4: Continue through North Lake and the hexagonal wooden East Point Lighthouse marks the northern & easternmost tip of PEI. It's also where the Gulf of the St Lawrence tides meet the Northumberland Strait.
Return to Bay Fortune via paved road.
Option 1: New Harmony road
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 47.0 km long.
Option 2: to Basin Head
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 66.2 km long.
Option 3: to Elmira
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 78.6 km long.
Option 4: to East Point & Elmira
Route link A moderately hilly circular mixed terrain cycle route, mostly on roads, approximately 90.3 km long.
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
Points East Coastal Drive
Discover Souris
Situated amidst an absolutely stunning seascape vista, Souris serves as the economic hub of Eastern Kings County. Heavily dependent on both land and sea, preserving the rich farming and fishing traditions of the region, Souris residents maintain a very comfortable rural lifestyle that enhances the community’s charm. The Basin Head Fisheries Museum gives visitors a glimpse into the region's history while the neighbouring white "singing sands" beach is one of the province's finest. A number of retail stores, restaurants and public services are available in town while a ferry service connects the travelers the Quebec Magdalen Islands.
Artisans on Main
Wildlife
Souris Show Hall
Fiddling Fisherman Lookout
Souris Boardwalk
Take a walk, stop for a drink, visit the beach, shop for local crafts or eats. Several of the venues are top notch and well worth the visit.
Musical Dinner Cruise
Optional experience (seasonal):
Captain J.J. Chaisson, multi-instrumentalist and fisherman, offers an authentic Island cultural trip like no other. Step dancing, fiddle music, lobster fishing and tasty eats are all part of the experience aboard his boat, with the dramatic red cliffs of his hometown of Souris as the stage.
Book directly:
Fiddling Fisherman
Fiddling Fisherman on Facebook
Day 6
Luggage transfer
MacQueen's takes care of transferring your luggage between inns. We normally schedule pickups beginning at 08:30. Our staff will ensure your bags are waiting for you when you arrive in your next destination so that you just enjoy the ride.
Does MacQueen's transfer people & bikes if it rains or if we're tired?
We can't guarantee last minute passenger or equipment shuttles. Read our FAQ's for full information.
Cycle Bay Fortune to Charlottetown
Your westerly ride today will pass through the picturesque village of St Peters where mussel farms dot the bay. The most scenic section of the Confederation Trail runs from here to Morell. There are a number of U-pick berry farms in the Mount Stewart area but McCardle's Berry Patch in Mt. Stewart offers 3 kinds - ready-picked or U-pick strawberries, raspberries & blueberries. You'll also pass by the Scotchfort Reserve, and along the banks of the Hillsborough Canadian Heritage River, a traditional hunting and fishing ground for the Abegweit First Nation. If taking option 4, you'd pass by Coffin's Berry Farm after Mt. Stewart. On your return to Charlottetown, drop in at Upstreet Brewing for a locally-produced craft beer and eats to celebrate the end of your ride.
Option 1: via road
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route on roads, approximately 73.6 km long.
Option 2: road to St. Peters, trail to Charlottetown
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, mostly off-road, approximately 82.1 km long.
Option 3: trail
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, mostly off-road, approximately 87.2 km long.
Option 4: trail from St. Peters to Mt. Stewart, rest road
Route link A moderately hilly A to B mixed terrain cycle route, partly off-road, approximately 79.9 km long.
Routes available for confirmed participants only.
Departure PEI
End of services. Bid a fond farewell to PEI with departure from Charlottetown.
Airport & taxi info
Travel to/from PEI (bridge, ferry & more)
Delta Hotel Fitness Center Day Passes (lockers, showers, pool, sauna, jacuzzi and more)
Registration & Payment
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fewer than 5 nights: 50% deposit on booking.
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Includes:
-Deluxe hybrid bicycle with rear carrier, helmet or trunk bag, water bottle cage & bottle, helmet, lock
-Route plotting. Routes available in advance with private digital access for you to download &/ print detailed directions & maps. View sample route with public access. Requires sign-up for a free plotaroute.com account. Don’t have a Garmin? Have a look at the BikeGPX or RideWithGPS apps for Android & Apple devices. We also offer rental Garmins (extra $), and pre-loading the GPX files for your indicated route choices is included with our rental units.
-Emergency road repair insurance included for all MacQueen’s rental equipment.
-Prepaid accommodations (most with breakfast, details in itineraries), selected for proximity to evening meals
-Luggage transfer services (usually every 2 days outside of Charlottetown)
-Suggestions for meals & entertainment
Notes
Prices vary depending on B&Bs/Inns selected and room availability
Itinerary and hotels subject to minor changes.
Meal Plan Codes
B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, (beverages/gratuities excluded)