MURRAY RIVER GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sip, Smell & Savour: A five‑hour girls’ escape through wine, lavender and handcrafted chocolate on the Murray River coast
A guided, five‑hour outing that departs Charlottetown to visit Matos Winery & Distillery, Island Lavender Distillery and Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea—useful for planning timing, stops and what to expect.
Sip, Smell & Savour: A five‑hour girls’ escape through wine, lavender and handcrafted chocolate on the Murray River coast.
This is a deliberately paced half‑day outing on Prince Edward Island that pairs a guided tasting of local wines and spirits with a stroll through fragrant lavender fields and a self‑paced chocolate tasting, finishing with free time to explore the seaside village of Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Guided wine and spirits at Matos Winery & Distillery
Begin with a guided tasting at Matos Winery & Distillery where local wines and spirits are presented by the operator as part of the curated itinerary.
Strolls through Island Lavender Distillery
Wander fragrant lavender rows, browse the artisan shop and—seasonally—pick a fresh bouquet during the scheduled stop at Island Lavender Distillery.
Chocolate tasting and free time in Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea
Explore Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea with time to shop local boutiques and visit Island Chocolate Company for a handcrafted chocolate tasting (four pieces chosen by the guest) during the allocated free period.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Over roughly five hours, the pace alternates between guided tastings and unstructured exploration: a morning pickup in Charlottetown, a guided tasting at Matos, a fragrant walk at Island Lavender, and an extended afternoon in the seaside village where guests sample chocolates and lunch at their leisure.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Total tour duration is five hours; the itinerary runs from a 10:00 AM pickup in Charlottetown to an approximate 3:30 PM return. Lavender bouquet picking is seasonal.
Pick‑up and drop‑off are in Charlottetown as noted in the itinerary.
For specifics about gear, accessibility or dietary needs, contact the operator, PEI TASTING TOURS, ahead of your booking.
The schedule alternates guided tastings with a short stroll and an extended free period (12:45–3:00 PM) to explore Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea and visit Island Chocolate Company at your own pace.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The outing runs approximately five hours in total.
Where does the tour start and finish?
Pickup is in Charlottetown at 10:00 AM and the tour returns to Charlottetown, arriving around 3:30 PM.
What tastings are included?
A guided tasting at Matos Winery & Distillery and a handcrafted chocolate tasting at Island Chocolate Company (guests choose four pieces) are included in the itinerary.
Can I pick lavender during the visit?
Bouquet picking at Island Lavender Distillery is offered seasonally; the itinerary notes that picking is available seasonally.
How much free time will we have in Victoria‑by‑the‑Sea?
The itinerary allocates roughly 12:45–3:00 PM as free time for shopping, lunch and visiting Island Chocolate Company at your own pace.