Private tour in Charlottetown Don C

Five Hour North Shore and More Private Tour

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Don C.

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Hello, I'm Don. I was born and raised in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island and having worked in Tourism all of my adult life I have come to appreciate all the beauty my home Province has to offer and I always enjoy showing it off in each of my 5 to 7 hour private tours. I am also open to designing a "build your own tour" to highlight any of your special interests, ie, golf, harness racing, beaches, and lighthouses, etc. If time allows, I could do an even longer tour or a multi-day tour, the choice is yours. The early years of my career were spent in hotel management. I then moved on to tourism management, as the Executive Director of the Tourism Industry Association of PEI (TIAPEI). After 20 years with TIAPEI, I retired and began a most rewarding career as a local tour guide which allows me to showcase our Island to the many visitors that arrive on our shores . In 2010, I was privileged to be inducted into the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame (only the second Islander to ever receive this distinction), also, in 2015, I was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. I am very proud of our Island and for over 10 years I have guided hundreds of visitors from around the world and enjoy experiencing our Island through their eyes. Touring with me includes history, knowledge, seascapes, landscapes and lots of laughter. From its history as the Birthplace of Canada, its beautiful beaches, heritage buildings, fishing ports, and farming operations, PEI offers a very unique touring experience. I look forward to showing off our Province to all those who venture here. You can check my more than 60 reviews on my Tours By Locals site. 1. We (two of us) had the most wonderful day out touring with Don who showed us all we wanted to see especially Park Corner and L. M. Montgomery birthplace in New London. Don was knowledgeable, friendly and a great guide who did the tour company and PEI proud with his desire to ensure that we had an enjoyable and great time. We never felt we were being rushed at any of the stops and were able to enjoy the sights, sites, and beauty of PEI in a leisurely manner. We will definitely return and will definitely book Don once again. Reviewed July 2019. 2. We had an excellent tour with our guide, Don. He was a wonderful tour guide. He took us to many interesting places and described everything so well. The van was comfortable for six average size adults. Anyone who wants to see PEI with a very personable and knowledgeable native guide, should book a tour with Don. Reviewed June 2018. 3. Don is an excellent and personable tour guide. He is very knowledgeable of the local area and will take time to accommodate the customer's special requests. My wife and I had an enjoyable tour. Reviewed June 2018. The best way to experience the beauty, culture, and people of this province is by touring with a local tour guide and, as such, my love for Prince Edward Island will shine through with the many stories and antidotes I will share with you during your tour. A day spent touring on PEI is one you will never forget. Please contact me with any question or to customize a tour for you. Don C. Class 4 Drivers License Emerit National Certified Tour Guide World Host Certificate Inductee to the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award - Canadian Tourism Industry Assoc. Past President - Hillsborough Rotary Club Red Cross First Aid Certificate Police Check Commercial Liability Insurance Clean Drivers' Abstract No Restrictions

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Overview of your Charlottetown tour

This tour is designed to showcase all that Prince Edward Island's north shore has to offer. Your tour begins with an exploration of the historic city of Charlottetown, its landmarks and heritage sites including Great George Street, Province House (the birthplace of Confederation) , and much. much more. After a short drive through the countryside, we enter the beautiful north shore of PEI where you will view wonderful seascapes, and vistas, including lighthouses, red cliffs, sand dunes, north shore beaches mussel farms, and fishing villages. There will be ample stops along the way at your leisure to explore PEI's national park and its beautiful beaches. The Dunes, a fishing harbour at North Rustico and a visit to the famous PEI Preserve Company, then it's on to a photo stop at Green Gables House. We include lots of photo stops and opportunities to experience PEI's tourism hot spots. We then return to Charlottetown through the rolling hills of New Glasgow.

Recent Reviews

Micah G.United States
June 2026

Don was amazing! We had the best time seeing the island. Very comfortable accommodations. He was knowledgeable and kind.

Stuart G.United States
May 2026

We are 2 seniors couples on a cruise in May. Don is our age and has extensive local knowledge and experience in hospitality. He was president of PEI tourism org for many years. His van had a mic and rear speakers so we could hear and understand him quite well. His energy level was on par with us. We enjoyed a leisurely and informative drive as he outlined. We sopped for lunch at a local restaurant the we all enjoyed. If you can get him - book it.

James C.United States
December 2025

Great tour and well organized!

Diane T.United States
October 2025

Don was a great guide. He was waiting for us at the terminal and took very good care of us the entire time. He showed us around Charlottetown and then drove us all over the island , telling stories about the island history and it's residents. His local knowledge is extensive and he is a very nice, caring gentleman. I would highly recommend any tour with him.

David L.United States
September 2025

This tour with Don is a wonderful overview of PEI's north shore. Don's lifelong residency and extensive travel and tourism background make him knowledgeable about the area, its people, and its industries. He was always willing to stop if something particularly interested us, but had plenty of planned stops of his own to keep things moving. An altogether great day with a wonderful guide.

Bernard W.United States
September 2025

We were impressed with Don’s expertise as he drove us throughout Charlottetown and the surrounding area. He is a very pleasant tour guide from whom we learned a great deal. He found us a wonderful place for lunch beating the tour bus crowd which allowed us more time to see the PEI. We would wholeheartedly recommend Don and his excellent tour of the NorthShore.

Your Charlottetown tour itinerary

Highlights: - Historic City of Charlottetown - Tracadie Bay (Mussel and oyster farm) - PEI National Park - Covehead Lighthouse and the beautiful Dunes craft shop and gardens - Acadian Village of North Rustico, a working fishing harbour - Cavendish Beach to view the red cliffs of the North Shore (the bluffs is a perfect picture spot). - Photo Stop at Anne of Green Gables House - PEI Preserve Company located in New Glasgow on the River Clyde - Return to Charlottetown through the beautiful rolling hills of New Glasgow (with photo stops of our picturesque farm fields and crops), - (National Park entrance fee is included) Please contact me with any questions or to customize this tour for you.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Deluxe 6 passenger Volkswagon Atlas, w/Sound system

What's included
Other: Free water
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

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Tour categories
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
History
Tour reference number
757961
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Charlottetown is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historic city and the beautiful north shore of Prince Edward Island. It's ideal for those interested in history, scenic landscapes, and local culture. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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