Charlottetown 1.5hr Harbour Experience on North America's Largest Solar-Powered Boat
by Ride Solar
Choose from 15 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$158Overview
The Charlottetown 1.5-hour Harbour Experience takes place on North America's largest solar-powered boat, a 1967 Canadian Heritage vessel renovated over eight years. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the tour begins. The covered boat features large windows by every seat and roof hatches that let sunlight in, offering a quiet, emission-free ride through the sheltered waters of Charlottetown Harbour. The captain provides live commentary throughout the 90-minute trip, explaining the history of Charlottetown Harbour, known as the Cradle of Confederation, and the Mi'kmaq people who first settled the area. The boat passes several notable sites in order: Victoria Park with its historic cannons; the entrance to Charlottetown Harbour and Port-la-Joye at Fort Amherst; Government House, where the Canadian provinces first agreed to form the country; several waterfront homes in Stratford, including a multi-million-dollar house illustrating shoreline protection issues; Peake's Wharf near St. Dunstan's Basilica; the Basilica itself, the tallest structure in Charlottetown and a National Historic Site; and the Beaconsfield Historic House, built in 1877. Onboard amenities include WiFi, four video screens with French and Italian subtitles, live music, trivia games with prizes, restrooms, and booth seating for comfort. Guests may walk around the boat, explore memorabilia from the 1967 Montreal Expo for which the boat was originally built, and even steer the vessel. Food and drink options are available for purchase onboard but are not included in the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Charlottetown
The captain provides a brief history of Charlottetown Harbour, highlighting its role as the "Cradle of Confederation" where Canada was established, as well as information about the Mi'kmaq people and the harbour itself.
Victoria Park
The boat passes quietly by Victoria Park, where guests can see historic cannons and armaments that are part of the old fortifications.
Port-la-Joye - Fort Amherst
Guests view the entrance to Charlottetown Harbour and the historic site of Port-la-Joye (Fort Amherst) located at Rocky Point.
Government House
The tour passes Government House, known as the "Birthplace of Canada," where representatives from Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick met in 1864 to agree on the creation of Canada.
Stratford
The captain points out several multi-million dollar homes in Stratford, including a $15 million property, and discusses shoreline protection methods and the ongoing loss of about one foot of shoreline per year on PEI.
Peake's Wharf
The boat passes Peake's Wharf in front of St. Dunstan's Basilica, near the location of Cow's Ice Cream, which is ranked as the top ice cream in the world.
St. Dunstan's Basilica
Guests learn about St. Dunstan's Basilica, the tallest building in Charlottetown, one of 27 designated basilicas in Canada, and a National Historic Site.
Beaconsfield Historic House
The tour shows the Beaconsfield Historic House, built in 1877 for shipbuilder and merchant James Peake, one of seven Museum and Heritage PEI sites representing Victorian-era architecture.
Meeting point
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. We have a private dock right at the Port of Charlottetown at the far end beside where the cruise ships dock. From land: Walk down the side of the Port Terminal Building all the way to the end & look for our green & white Ride Solar flag.
End point
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. We have a private dock right at the Port of Charlottetown at the far end beside where the cruise ships dock. From land: Walk down the side of the Port Terminal Building all the way to the end & look for our green & white Ride Solar flag.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Charlottetown 1.5hr Harbour Experience on North America's Largest Solar-Powered Boat
by Ride Solar
Choose from 15 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$158Overview
The Charlottetown 1.5-hour Harbour Experience takes place on North America's largest solar-powered boat, a 1967 Canadian Heritage vessel renovated over eight years. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the tour begins. The covered boat features large windows by every seat and roof hatches that let sunlight in, offering a quiet, emission-free ride through the sheltered waters of Charlottetown Harbour. The captain provides live commentary throughout the 90-minute trip, explaining the history of Charlottetown Harbour, known as the Cradle of Confederation, and the Mi'kmaq people who first settled the area. The boat passes several notable sites in order: Victoria Park with its historic cannons; the entrance to Charlottetown Harbour and Port-la-Joye at Fort Amherst; Government House, where the Canadian provinces first agreed to form the country; several waterfront homes in Stratford, including a multi-million-dollar house illustrating shoreline protection issues; Peake's Wharf near St. Dunstan's Basilica; the Basilica itself, the tallest structure in Charlottetown and a National Historic Site; and the Beaconsfield Historic House, built in 1877. Onboard amenities include WiFi, four video screens with French and Italian subtitles, live music, trivia games with prizes, restrooms, and booth seating for comfort. Guests may walk around the boat, explore memorabilia from the 1967 Montreal Expo for which the boat was originally built, and even steer the vessel. Food and drink options are available for purchase onboard but are not included in the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Charlottetown
The captain provides a brief history of Charlottetown Harbour, highlighting its role as the "Cradle of Confederation" where Canada was established, as well as information about the Mi'kmaq people and the harbour itself.
Victoria Park
The boat passes quietly by Victoria Park, where guests can see historic cannons and armaments that are part of the old fortifications.
Port-la-Joye - Fort Amherst
Guests view the entrance to Charlottetown Harbour and the historic site of Port-la-Joye (Fort Amherst) located at Rocky Point.
Government House
The tour passes Government House, known as the "Birthplace of Canada," where representatives from Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick met in 1864 to agree on the creation of Canada.
Stratford
The captain points out several multi-million dollar homes in Stratford, including a $15 million property, and discusses shoreline protection methods and the ongoing loss of about one foot of shoreline per year on PEI.
Peake's Wharf
The boat passes Peake's Wharf in front of St. Dunstan's Basilica, near the location of Cow's Ice Cream, which is ranked as the top ice cream in the world.
St. Dunstan's Basilica
Guests learn about St. Dunstan's Basilica, the tallest building in Charlottetown, one of 27 designated basilicas in Canada, and a National Historic Site.
Beaconsfield Historic House
The tour shows the Beaconsfield Historic House, built in 1877 for shipbuilder and merchant James Peake, one of seven Museum and Heritage PEI sites representing Victorian-era architecture.
Meeting point
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. We have a private dock right at the Port of Charlottetown at the far end beside where the cruise ships dock. From land: Walk down the side of the Port Terminal Building all the way to the end & look for our green & white Ride Solar flag.
End point
PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR STARTS. We have a private dock right at the Port of Charlottetown at the far end beside where the cruise ships dock. From land: Walk down the side of the Port Terminal Building all the way to the end & look for our green & white Ride Solar flag.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.