The best Prince Edward Island Itinerary (5 to 7 Days)

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We spent 6 weeks exploring Prince Edward Island on a road trip in our 24 ft RV. In this post, we'll share the Prince Edward Island itinerary we recommend based on those 6 weeks on the road, but adapted into a route you can complete in 5 to 7 days while still experiencing many of the island's highlights.

This Prince Edward Island itinerary is a shorter version of the route we followed during our six-week RV trip around the island. If you have more time, you can also read our complete 20-Day Prince Edward Island Road Trip Itinerary: Complete Guide.

Overview of This Prince Edward Island Itinerary

Overview of This Prince Edward Island Itinerary

Just keep in mind that this Prince Edward Island itinerary will be a busy one because we want you to experience as much of the island as possible. We absolutely loved PEI, and narrowing everything down to just one week wasn't easy.

This itinerary follows a similar route to the one we took, arriving in Prince Edward Island by car or RV via the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, exploring the island, and leaving by ferry to Nova Scotia.

If you're flying to the island or arriving another way, don't worry. You can still follow this itinerary and simply adjust the starting point based on where you arrive.

Since you only have 5 to 7 days, we focused more on the North Cape side of Prince Edward Island, where we found some of our favourite places. You don't have to stop at every single location we mention, so feel free to adjust the route depending on what interests you most.

And if you're able to extend your trip, even better. PEI is still our favourite province in Canada, and we think you'll understand why once you get there.

5 to 7-Day Prince Edward Island Itinerary (Day 1 & 2 map)

Day 1 – Arrival to Prince Edward Island via Confederation Bridge (Stop 1)

We’ll start this Prince Edward Island itinerary by making our way across the Confederation Bridge.

The drive itself is short, taking around 8 minutes, and before you know it, you’ll arrive in Borden-Carleton, your first stop on the island.

We recommend taking a few minutes here to:

• Take photos with the Confederation Bridge
• Visit the Port Borden Back Range Lighthouse
• Stop by the small museum to learn more about Prince Edward Island and the ships that once navigated the Northumberland Strait.

Before continuing your route, don’t miss the iconic Prince Edward Island sign, decorated with beautiful flowers. We took some fun photos here, and it was a great way to officially start our time on the island.

Day 1 – Quick Visit to Victoria-by-the-Sea (Stop 2)

From here, continue toward Victoria-by-the-Sea, a beautiful small town where you’ll find a lighthouse, a few restaurants, and some lovely places to walk around.

When we did this route, we had a hard time finding parking in town, so that’s something to keep in mind, especially if you’re travelling with a bigger RV like we were.

After exploring Victoria-by-the-Sea, continue toward Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island.

Day 1 – Charlottetown (stop 3)

Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island and a must-visit on this Prince Edward Island itinerary.

Since you have less than a week, we recommend spending part of day 1 here. But don’t worry, after exploring the North Cape, this route will bring you back to Charlottetown, giving you another chance to enjoy this beautiful city.

Some of the things we recommend you do here are:

• Walk through downtown Charlottetown, where you can explore Victoria Row, a street full of restaurants and local shops worth visiting.
• Stop by the Confederation Centre of the Arts and The Mack Theatre. If you’re visiting during the season, you can also catch the Anne of Green Gables musical.
• Nearby, you’ll find the Cruise Ship Terminal, Founders’ Hall if you’re looking for something to eat, and the public library, which is very modern and a great place to work if you need to.
• You cal also take a walking tour through Charlottetown if you want to learn more about the city and its history from a local perspective.
• Visit Victoria Park. This is a beautiful place for a walk or a bike ride. It’s located right by the water, so you’ll get coastal views, and it’s also a great spot to watch the sunset. You might even catch a cruise ship waiting in the bay.
• Visit the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market. This was one of the places we really enjoyed. Just keep in mind that it’s only open on certain days. It runs every Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm, and during the summer, it also opens on Wednesdays from 9 am to 2 pm.
• We also saw peopleenjoying the Harbour Hopper and the Solar Harbour Cruise. We didn’t have the chance to try them ourselves, but everyone looked like they were having a great time.

For your first night, you can stay in Charlottetown if you really enjoyed the city and want more time to explore. Otherwise, we recommend continuing to the next stop, where you can also spend the night.

Day 1 – Brackley Drive-In (Stop 4)

Brackley Drive-In dates back to the 1950s and is still operating today. You can arrive with your car or RV, get your tickets and popcorn at the entrance, and enjoy two movies from the comfort of your vehicle.

Make sure to check the movie schedule and opening dates before planning your visit on the official Brackley Drive-In website before planning your visit.

One of the things we loved most about this stop is that it’s also part of the Harvest Hosts membership. If you’re a member, you may be able to stay overnight after the movies finish. We did this ourselves and had a great experience. They had designated spots for motorhomes, which made it very convenient for us.

And that’s how we recommend finishing day 1 of this Prince Edward Island itinerary.

Day 2 – Prince Edward Island National Park (Stop 1)

Assuming you followed this Prince Edward Island itinerary and spent the night at Brackley Drive-In, your next stop will be Prince Edward Island National Park.

We recommend starting your day with a walk along Brackley Beach and taking some time to enjoy the beautiful coastal views. From there, continue along the coastal route toward North Rustico.

Once you arrive in North Rustico, stop by the harbour and look for the fisherman statue standing in the middle of the water. We thought it was quite impressive and definitely worth a quick stop before continuing your day.

Day 2 – Green Gables Heritage Place (Stop 2)

From North Rustico, keep driving for about 10 minutes and you’ll reach Green Gables Heritage Place.

For this part of the itinerary, we highly recommend reading the Anne of Green Gables books before your trip. But if you’re short on time, you can also watch Anne with an “E” on Netflix to get a better understanding of Anne’s story, the world L.M. Montgomery created, and what it all means to Prince Edward Island.

Once you arrive, we suggest exploring the Green Gables house, walking the surrounding trails that inspired L.M. Montgomery, and spending some time discovering the area.

We also recommend visiting some of the sites connected to L.M. Montgomery’s life, including the place where she grew up and the post office where she used to work. There’s a beautiful exhibition that shares more of her story, and this ended up being one of our favourite experiences of the trip.

If you’re into the Anne of Green Gables universe, give yourself at least 2 to 3 hours here. There’s a lot more to explore than just the Green Gables house.

Day 2 – Cavendish & Dunelands Trail (Stop 3)

Later in the day, we suggest heading to Cavendish Beach and walking the Dunelands Trail.

There is a floating boardwalk that takes you through the dunes, making this a beautiful place to explore before ending your day with a sunset by the ocean.

To finish day 2, we recommend driving to Cabot Beach Provincial Park and staying at the campground for the night. The drive from Cavendish Beach takes around 35 minutes.

Make sure you book your campsite in advance, especially if you’re travelling during the summer, as availability can be limited.

Day 2 – Cabot Beach & Malpeque (Stop 4)

Cabot Beach Provincial Park has both a day-use area and a campground, and we highly recommend staying here for the night.

The next morning, before continuing your Prince Edward Island itinerary, you can take some time to explore the area. We recommend driving toward Malpeque and stopping by the fishing harbour, where you can take photos of the typical fishing warehouses along the water.

You can also continue to the Keir Memorial – Land & Sea Museum, a small museum located inside an old church, where you can learn more about the history of Malpeque and the surrounding area.

5 to 7-Day Prince Edward Island Itinerary (Day 3 & 4 map)

Day 3 – Summerside (Stop 1)

After checking out from Cabot Beach Campground, we suggest driving to Summerside, the second-largest city in Prince Edward Island after Charlottetown. The drive from Cabot Beach takes around 25 minutes.

Once you arrive, take some time to walk along the waterfront boardwalk and explore the area.

Depending on what time you arrive, you can stop for breakfast at one of the local cafés or have lunch at G&T Book Café, especially if you’re looking for vegan options. We also highly recommend trying the samosas from House of Spice. We ordered them for takeout during our visit, and they were delicious.

After spending a few hours exploring Summerside, you’ll be ready to continue toward your next stop.

Day 3 – Miscouche & The Acadian Museum (Stop 2)

From Summerside, we highly recommend stopping at the Acadian Museum in Miscouche, where you can learn more about the history and culture of the Acadian people on Prince Edward Island.

We loved this stop because we had already been learning so much about Acadian history during our travels through New Brunswick, and visiting this museum gave us another opportunity to understand it even more.

We highly recommend adding this stop to your Prince Edward Island itinerary, especially if you’re interested in learning more about the history and culture of the island.

Day 3 – Cape Egmont (Stop 3)

From the Acadian Museum in Miscouche, continue toward Cape Egmont. The drive takes around 18 minutes.

We recommend stopping here for a photo and a short walk before continuing your road trip. Cape Egmont ended up being one of our favourite places in this part of Prince Edward Island, especially because of the beautiful coastal views.

Day 3 – Bottle Houses & Gardens (Stop 4)

From Cape Egmont, you’re only a few minutes away from the Bottle Houses and Gardens, and we absolutely loved this place.

It’s such a unique attraction and definitely worth a stop. You can walk around the beautifully decorated gardens and explore the houses made with thousands of glass bottles.

There’s also a lovely gift shop where you can find souvenirs before continuing your trip.

Day 3 – Moth Lane Brewing (Stop 5)

To finish day 3, we recommend heading to Moth Lane Brewing, which is part of the Harvest Hosts network. If you have a membership, you may be able to stay overnight here, which is exactly what we did.

They have their own beer and food options, making it a fun and relaxed place to finish a busy day of exploring.

If you’re travelling in an RV and using Harvest Hosts, we highly recommend checking this stop out.

Day 4 – Canadian Potato Museum (Stop 1)

On day 4, we recommend visiting the Canadian Potato Museum, located in O’Leary. Potatoes are such an important part of Prince Edward Island, so this is a fun place to learn more about their history and importance to the province.

The museum has a surprisingly large collection of information about potatoes, along with antique farming equipment that was used in the past. We found it really interesting and definitely recommend stopping here.

There is also a restaurant inside where you can try different potato dishes. We didn’t eat here because we didn’t find any vegan options during our visit, but it could be a fun addition if you want to try some PEI potatoes while you’re there.

Day 4 – North Cape (Stop 2)

From O’Leary, we recommend driving all the way to North Cape, where you’ll reach the northwestern tip of the island. Here, you’ll find the characteristic North Cape Lighthouse and wind turbines spread across the landscape.

This area is beautiful. Depending on the weather, you can bring a paddleboard or kayak, spend some time by the water, or simply enjoy the views and the beautiful red coastline.

You can also stop in Alberton or Tignish along the way if you need groceries or other supplies.

Once you reach North Cape, we highly recommend walking or biking the Black Marsh Nature Trail. And if you have enough time, stay for the sunset.

This was one of our favourite areas on our Prince Edward Island itinerary, and we think it deserves some time to simply slow down and enjoy it.

Day 4 – Cedar Dunes Provincial Park (Stop 3)

To finish day 4, you have a couple of options. If you’re travelling by RV, you can stay around North Cape, where we found several options through iOverlander.

However, since you’re already on day 4 of this itinerary, our recommendation would be to start heading south along the western side of the island and spend the night at Cedar Dunes Provincial Park.

You can reserve a campsite at the provincial park, which is what we did and highly recommend. You’ll also find the iconic West Point Lighthouse here.

If you’re travelling by car and looking for a more unique experience, there is actually an Inn attached to the West Point Lighthouse where you can spend the night.

And whether you stay there or not, don’t forget to get a ticket to go up the lighthouse and enjoy the views from the top.

5 to 7-Day Prince Edward Island Itinerary (Day 5, 6 & 7 map)

Day 5 – Return to Charlottetown (Stop 1)

If you only have 5 days to complete this Prince Edward Island itinerary, this is where we would start wrapping up the trip and make our way back toward Charlottetown.

From our experience, the North Cape and western side of the island were the most scenic parts of PEI, so if you only have 5 days, we think this route gives you a great introduction to the island.

From Charlottetown, you can either drive back toward the Confederation Bridge or continue to the Wood Islands ferry if you’re heading to Nova Scotia. If you’re taking the ferry, make sure you reserve your spot in advance and leave enough time to reach the terminal.

But if you have two more days, keep reading!

We definitely recommend adding the eastern side of Prince Edward Island to your itinerary. There are some beautiful landscapes and interesting stops that are worth exploring.

For day 5, we suggest spending the night in Charlottetown. Take the opportunity to enjoy some city life and visit any of the places you didn’t have time to see on day 1. Then, the next morning, you’ll be ready to start exploring the eastern side of the island.

Day 6 – East Prince Edward Island (Stops 1–3)

If you have a full week, day 6 of this Prince Edward Island itinerary is when we recommend starting to explore the eastern side of the island.

Your first stop should be Greenwich, part of Prince Edward Island National Park. Here, we explored the dunes trail, walked along the floating boardwalk, and visited Bowley Pond.

This was one of our favourite natural areas on the island, so we highly recommend taking your time here and enjoying the scenery.

From Greenwich, continue toward St. Peter’s Bay. While you’re there, we recommend stopping at Black & White Café and Bistro. We really enjoyed this little café during our trip, and it’s a nice place to take a break before continuing your drive.

Your next stop is Shipwreck Point Lighthouse. It requires a small detour from the main route, but we think it’s worth adding to your day.

Stop for a short walk, enjoy the coastal views, and take a few photos before continuing toward the eastern tip of Prince Edward Island.

Day 6 – Eastern Tip of PEI (Stop 4)

Continue your day by heading all the way to the eastern tip of Prince Edward Island, where you’ll find East Point Lighthouse.

At East Point Lighthouse, you can pay a small fee to go up to the top and enjoy the views. One of the coolest things about this location is that you can see where three bodies of water meet: the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Northumberland Strait, and the Atlantic Ocean.

You can actually notice the movement of the water where they converge, which makes this a very unique place to experience.

We highly recommend going up the lighthouse while you’re here to get an even better view of the area.

Day 6 – Basin Head Provincial Park (Stop 5)

After visiting East Point, start making your way back along the coast and stop at Basin Head Provincial Park, where you’ll find the famous Singing Sands Beach.

Take some time to walk along the beach and enjoy the area before finishing day 6 of your Prince Edward Island itinerary.

For the night, you can look for a campground nearby if you’re travelling in an RV, or continue to Souris, which is a great place to spend the night before starting your final day.

If you’re travelling by car, you can also find several accommodation options in and around Souris, such as:

• Rollo Bay Inn
• The Library Inn
• Magnolia House PEI

Day 7 – Southeast PEI & Ferry to Nova Scotia (Stop 1)

On day 7, continue driving through the southeastern part of the island as you make your way toward the ferry to Nova Scotia.

Along the way, we recommend stopping in Montague, a charming town with a beautiful waterfront area. We really enjoyed walking around here before continuing our drive.

From Montague, continue toward Panmure Island Lighthouse, where we paid a small fee to go up and enjoy the views from the top. We also recommend making a stop at Point Prim Lighthouse before heading to the ferry.

To finish your Prince Edward Island itinerary, make your way toward Wood Islands, where you can see the Wood Islands Lighthouse and the ferry terminal.

And that’s how you can complete a busy but beautiful 7-day road trip around Prince Edward Island!

If you have more time, we would definitely recommend slowing down, especially on the eastern side of the island, and staying longer at some of the stops. There is so much to see in PEI, and having a few extra days will give you more time to enjoy it without rushing.

Tips for Driving in Prince Edward Island

One of the things that makes this Prince Edward Island itinerary easy to follow is that driving distances are relatively short. Even though you’ll be covering a good portion of the island in 5 to 7 days, you won’t need to spend hours and hours driving every day.

Here are a few things we learned during our six weeks on the island:

• Don’t be afraid to take small detours. Some of the most beautiful beaches, lighthouses, and coastal views we found were only 10 to 15 minutes away from our original route.
• We never had trouble finding gas. Still, we usually filled up when we were in larger towns, especially before heading toward more remote areas like North Cape.
• Most of the roads we travelled were in good condition and easy to drive with our 24 ft RV. We did encounter a few unpaved roads, particularly around North Cape and some areas on the eastern side of PEI.
• If you’re visiting during the summer, take advantage of the longer days. Having more daylight gave us plenty of time to make spontaneous stops along the way without feeling like we had to rush everywhere.

Overall, we found Prince Edward Island very easy to drive around, and the short distances between stops are one of the reasons it works so well for a road trip.

RV Travel Tips for Prince Edward Island

If you’re following this Prince Edward Island itinerary in an RV like we did, we found PEI to be very easy to explore.

There are campgrounds throughout the island, including inside Prince Edward Island National Park and several provincial parks. If you’re travelling during the summer, we recommend making reservations in advance, especially if you want to stay in the most popular areas.

We also used Harvest Hosts and iOverlander throughout our trip. iOverlander was especially helpful for finding overnight spots and other RV services, while Harvest Hosts gave us some unique places to stay, including Brackley Drive-In and Moth Lane Brewing.

One thing to keep in mind is that dump stations and water refill points weren’t always as easy to find as we expected, so we recommend planning those stops ahead of time.

Overall, travelling around Prince Edward Island in our 24 ft RV was a great experience, and the short driving distances made exploring the island even easier.

Best Time to Visit Prince Edward Island

Based on our experience, summer is a great time to follow this Prince Edward Island itinerary.

We travelled around PEI from the beginning of August until mid-September, and we had warm weather, long days, and plenty of daylight to explore. Even in August, we didn’t find the island overly crowded, which surprised us.

Summer is also a great option if you’re planning to camp, visit beaches, or spend a lot of time outdoors.

We would also love to experience PEI in the fall. When we left in mid-September, the leaves hadn’t really started changing yet, so you may need to visit a little later in the season if seeing the fall colours is part of your plan.

Conclusion

After spending six weeks exploring the island, we can honestly say we fell in love with Prince Edward Island. After also travelling through New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, PEI ended up being our favourite province in Eastern Canada.

Of course, 5 to 7 days isn’t enough to see everything, but we think this Prince Edward Island itinerary gives you a great introduction to the island and a chance to experience some of the places we loved the most.

If you have more time, we definitely recommend slowing down and staying longer. But if one week is all you have, don’t let that stop you from visiting.

We truly hope this guide helps you plan your own Prince Edward Island adventure and, who knows, maybe you’ll fall in love with PEI as much as we did.

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