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July 1st - OCT 31st,  2022
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*DAILY 90 MIN GUIDED ECO-TOURS
9:30AM, 12:00PM, 2:30PM 
​$39/adult ($34/child & senior) + service*
Relax aboard the Isola Solaretto  for a fun 90 min tour of the Charlottetown Harbour!  Originally a "vaporetto" from the famous 1967 Montreal Expo, this 55 yr old Canadian Heritage Vessel has been completely rebuilt & retrofitted to become the world's first solar-powered dinner cruise and tour boat - North America's largest solar powered boat. 

​Tour Includes a time lapse video of the boat being built, an explanation/demonstration of the 20kW perfectly silent electric motor powered by the specially designed NiCad battery system under the see-through floor, which is charged by 6 kW of special CSA certified, flexible solar panels on top of the roof, an overview of solar-powered vehicles, and the impact of "green" technology in today's world.

The tour continues by learning about the ecosystem and history of Charlottetown and it's harbour as well as a brief history of the world-famous 1967 Montreal Expo, for which the boat was originally created and used.  

A great combination of history & the future while cruising comfortably and
taking in the beautiful sights of Charlottetown on the water -
​this tour is unlike anything else in the world today!
  Limited to 40 people/tour. 
 


AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON BOARD*:
Coffee, tea, corned beef hash, eggs, pastries, mussels, salads, hamburgers, lobster rolls, authentic German sausages, beer, wine, & craft soda.

NEW!  Try our "mini-kegs" of local craft beer - A first in PEI!

​*All food/beverages must be ordered at the time of booking to ensure product availability. 
  
15% gratuity & HST not included.  See our MENU page for full meal details, options, & upgrades.

100% of the gratuity (service fee) goes to our staff!
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2 HR NIGHTTIME 5 COURSE DINNER CRUISE
5PM & 8PM Daily  | $99/person
 + service*
​GRAND OPENING SPECIAL PRICE!



Enjoy a romantic evening on the water aboard the Isola Solaretto - the world's first solar-powered dinner cruise and tour boat.  Glide silently across the Charlottetown Harbour while enjoying Island fresh local food and drinks prepared & served right on our boat for a special night you will never forget.  

We will share some tidbits & history about the world's first dinner cruise & tour boat (North America's largest solar boat) quietly via our 4 TV's during the cruise, but this adult oriented cruise is all about fine dining, fine wine, and fine company in a relaxing atmosphere on the water. 


Includes: Fresh potato pan rolls with roasted garlic bulbs, white wine steamed PEI mussels, house-made Caesar salad, 4 oz tenderloin AND lobster tail, PEI desserts, coffee/tea, and...
​a 2 hr evening harbour cruise!  Limited to 40 people/tour.


Or choose an 
8 oz tenderloin OR 1 full lobster.   Beverages & extras must be purchased when booking.
​*15% service fee.  15% HST not included​.  See our MENU page for full meal details, options, & upgrades. 
100% of the gratuity (service fee) goes to our staff!



MIDNIGHT OYSTER PARTY
11PM-1AM Fri & Sat  |  $69/person) + service* 


And now for something completely different - join us on this very unique midnight cruise under the stars aboard the Isola Solaretto - the world's first solar-powered dinner cruise and tour boat.  (Yes, our boat will still run without the sun using our electric battery system!)  This upbeat, fun, & social tour will have you moving in your seat to some great local musical & magical talent while eating authentic, world-famous PEI oysters. 
​Not for sleepy teatotalers - this is a party on the water after bedtime! 
Fridays & Saturday nights only. 


Includes: A bottle of champagne or a bottle of wine or 6 beer,
1/2 dozen oysters or charcuterie board, live music/magic, and...
a 2 hr nighttime harbour cruise!  Limited to 40 people/tour.  
*15% service fee.  HST not included.

See our MENU page for full details, options, & upgrades.

100% of the gratuity (service fee) goes to our staff!

20 MIN CHARITY* TOURS WHILE DOCKED
11:15AM & 1:45PM Daily  |  $5/Person or $15/Family


Includes: a time lapse video of the Isola Solaretto the world's first solar-powered dinner cruise and tour boat being built, an explanation/demonstration of the 9kW perfectly silent electric motor powered by the specially designed NiCad battery
system under the floor, which are charged by 6.2 kW of solar panels on top of the roof, an overview of solar-powered vehicles, and the impact of "green" technology.  Limited to 40 people/tour.  HST included in above pricing.

​*Proceeds support local registered charities!


                                                            GROUPS & WEDDINGS - SAVE! 

The Isola Solaretto can accommodate up to 40 passengers for your wedding, corporate event, lunch & learn, team building, bachelor/bachelorette, or group function in almost any weather aboard our heated & covered boat. 

1) Your own private 1.5 hr daytime excursion on the water (food & drinks  extra) for $1460 ($36.50/person at max capacity) - save $100!*

2) Your own private 1.5 hr daytime excursion on the water including set menu breakfast/lunch options & drinks for $2160 ($54/person at max capacity) - save $200!*

3) 4 hr weddings on the boat!  Combine #1 & #2 above for your own 3 hr wedding on the boat + receive an extra hour FREE.  We supply the venue, the TV's, sound system, food & drinks for up to 40 people for j
ust $3620.  All you need to do is organize your wedding party and somebody to marry you - save $300!*

4) Your own private 2 hr midnight champagne & oyster party with local live music and magic included for just $3360 ($84/person at max capacity) - save $200!*


5) Your own private 2 hr chef's five course surf & turf evening dinner cruise including drinks for $4160 ($104/person at max capacity) - save $200!*

Contact us 
for more details and/or to book your group!
*Compared to regular individual ticket pricing for 40 people

​    Need help with your wedding, reception, or party on our boat?  Click on the 
​      picture below to chat with one of our preferred wedding/event partners:
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Canada's first SOLAR-electric tours & transit system with both land and water vehicles for the purpose of commute, sight-seeing, and fun, Ride Solar provides a unique perspective to see, taste, & ride in PEI and Nova Scotia that has never been available before.  Ride Solar is clean, green, quiet, and fun -  just like The Maritimes!

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