Prince+Edward+Island,+Canada

[] ** Location ** [|Avonlea] is a small town located on the northern shore of Prince Edward Island, Canada. The old town's primary industries are farming and lobster fishing. Old Avonlea is home to several farming families and is covered in beautiful gardens and rolling hills of farmland. The trees in Avonlea are well-rooted and their beauty canopies much of the town's rolling dirt roads.
 * Avonlea, Prince Edward Island**  //Anne of Green Gables,// Lucy Maude Montgomery



** Itinerary ** You'll begin your trip through little Avonlea by entering into town on train. The Avonlea train station stops near the edge of town, and you'll ride horse-drawn carriages the rest of the way. Enjoy the view as you approach the town and notice the rolling hills and colorful trees and fields. Notice the lack of powerlines and other modern amenities as you enjoy today's trip.

Our first destination to note is Lynde's Hollow. This piece of property, owned by the Lyndes, is situated to where one cannot pass into Avonlea without being noticed by the Lyndes. Across the way from the Lynde property is the Avonlea Church & Cemetery. Most of the residents of Avonlea attend this church and many of the local families' descendants are buried in the cemetery.

Next we will pass over the Lake of Shining Waters. Be sure to look out over the bridge and notice how the wind whips lightly over the water letting the sunshine create a shimmery effect on the water; this is perhaps how the lake got it's name. This is a great spot to sit and relax and daydream, and a popular place to find locals walking. Next we'll pass the Avonlea School, a one room schoolhouse where all the local children go for daily lessons.

Next we'll travel along the main road through town, where you'll have time to spend on your own wandering around. Make sure to stop at the post office to browse the classic postcards and send one right there. Also visit the general store and be sure to check out the handmade goods within. Be sure to stop at the other local shops and eateries as well.

After our afternoon of free time we'll load back onto our carriages and pass through Mr. Bell's Orchard where you can pick up some apples and peaches. We'll pass through the so-called "Haunted Woods" and into Green Gables, where the Cuthberts live with their adopted Anne. Here we'll end our tour with a home-cooked meal and stories with the lively Anne.


 * Avonlea Promotional Video**

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