Boston

September 1-4, 2024

Boston is a city that preserves the historical tradition of colonial times while maintaining a lively and modern ambience. For almost four hundred years Boston has stood as the cultural hub of New England welcoming visitors from around the world with its distinctive architecture, elegant parks and legendary attractions.

While in Boston, you will experience the elegance of the Hilton Boston Park Plaza, optimally located close to shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The Hilton is also within a comfortable walking distance to many popular landmarks.

A knowledgeable, local tour guide will accompany you on a narrated tour of the city where you will receive little-known facts about John F. Kennedy. You’ll travel down the old-world Freedom Trail with stops at Boston’s favourite historical landmarks. You’ll continue your tour with visits to Back Bay, the Public Gardens, Beacon Hill and old Ironsides, the oldest ship in the U.S. Navy.

Travac’s Boston holiday includes round trip transportation via a comfortable chartered coach, accommodation in downtown Boston, a narrated city tour highlighting JFK, a visit to the John F. Kennedy Museum and the services of a knowledgeable Travac Tours Director.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join Travac’s exciting Boston tour.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This morning you will depart Westgate Shopping Centre. A lunch stop will be made en-route. In the late afternoon you arrive at your hotel in Boston’s Back Bay.

Your hotel for the next three nights: Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Day 2

This morning enjoy an included half day city tour of Boston. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you will see most of the city’s famous sights and end with a short walking tour through the historic North End. The tour will end at Faneuil Hall Marketplace where you can grab lunch ($) and check out the local shops. Your Tour Director will advise what time to meet the coach. From here enjoy a relaxing ride to the JFK Museum and Library. Admission is included and your Tour Director will advise when to rejoin the coach to return to the hotel.

Day 3

Today is at your leisure to enjoy Boston. Your hotel’s concierge and Travac Tour Director will be happy to provide suggestions.

Day 4

Your Tour Director will advise what time to meet the coach for your return to Ottawa today. There will be rest stops and a lunch ($) stop made on route. Expected arrival is late evening.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
50 Park Plaza
Boston, MA
02116
1-617-426-2000



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Italy- The Italian Riviera, Tuscany and Florence

October 1-15, 2024

Very few regions of the world evoke the same romantic images as do the Italian Riviera, Tuscany and Florence. Italy is a gift to the senses and a foodie’s dream vacation.  Join Travac Tours for a 15 day, 13-night holiday to this incredibly beautiful part of Northern Italy renowned for art, culture, and cuisine.

You will start your holiday in The Italian Riviera and Cinque Terre. The Italian Riviera, synonymous with Italy’s Liguria region, is a crescent-shaped strip of Mediterranean coastline spanning between the south of France and Tuscany. It is defined by its rugged cliffs, turquoise coves, pastel seaside towns, colourful fishing villages as well as resort areas such as Portofino.

On to Tuscany to experience all that this province of Italy is world famous for. You’ll see picturesque medieval cities with their signature skylines of bell towers. Each day in Tuscany will offer spectacular rolling landscapes blanketed in grapevines and olive groves. You will enjoy lunch and a chance to sample recent vintages at a local winery after your tour with the vintner. This will surely be a highlight of your trip. Complete your visit of Tuscany with a trip to Pisa, famous for its leaning tower and inspirational cathedral.

From Tuscany, you will travel to Florence. This city was the cradle of the Renaissance and once the most powerful city in Europe. Florence holds world-class art collections that rival any city such as the Uffizi Museum and of course Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia. To properly experience Florence our Italian guide will take you on a walking tour through its ancient streets and piazzas.

Travac’s tour to Italy includes round-trip flights from Ottawa, ground transportation, 13 nights’ accommodation and day trips throughout your holiday. This holiday is fully escorted by an experienced Travac Tours director whose first priority is your satisfaction.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This afternoon you will depart on your overnight flights from Ottawa to Florence. You will be served a dinner and a continental breakfast on board your overnight flights.

Day 2

Upon arrival, you will meet your Travac Tours Director in the baggage claim area and then be transferred to your hotel. A welcome dinner is included tonight. Monterosso al Mare is a picturesque town in the province of La Spezia on the Italian Riviera that is part of the region of Liguria. It is one of the five villages in Cinque Terre. The area is known for its natural beauty and unbelievable vistas. (D)

Overnight in Monterosso 5 nights at Hotel Palme (or similar).

Day 3

Monterosso

This morning you will embark on a full day tour of Monterosso and some of the villages that make up Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera. Your local guide will take you through the villages of Vernazza and Manarola. Transportation for this tour will be by train and ferry (weather permitting). (B)

Day 4

Monterosso

Your day is free to rest and enjoy Monterosso. The city has one of the nicest beaches in Cinque Terre. Your tour host will offer some options for your free time. (B)

Day 5

Monterosso

This morning you will embark on a full day tour of more villages that make up Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera. Your local guide will take you through the villages of Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino, and Rapallo. Transportation for this tour will be by train and ferry (weather permitting). (B)

Day 6

Monterosso

Your day is free to enjoy the area. Spend your day in Monterosso or visit one of the nearby villages on your own by train or ferry. Your tour host will offer some options for your free time. (B)

Day 7

Siena

This morning we depart Monterosso for Siena. The drive from Monterosso to Siena is approximately 2 1/2 hours. We will make a stop enroute for lunch. Upon arrival we will embark on a 2-hour walking tour of Siena with a local guide to experience the history of this medieval city. (B)

Overnight in Siena 4 nights at NH Siena (or similar)

Day 8

Siena

Today we will explore the wineries and olive groves of Tuscany. You will have a chance to visit one of the region’s noted wineries (more details to follow). Lunch and tasting is included. (B, L)

Day 9

Siena

After breakfast we’ll embark on a full day tour of Tuscany with an included lunch at a local cheese factory. Tuscany is renowned for its history and art, its evocative landscape, and, perhaps most notably, its food and drink. Our tour will encompass eastern and central Tuscany. We’ll visit Cortona, with its spectacular hillside views and Montepulciano, known for its Renaissance palazzo. (B, L)

Day 10

Siena

Once a regional capital that challenged Florence’s power, Siena might be Italy’s prettiest medieval town. Its old alleys and its town square, the Piazza del Campo, possess a unique charm that captivates visitors to this historic town. Take the day to explore the sights of Siena on your own. (B)

Day 11

Florence

After breakfast, we depart Siena for Florence – the drive is approx. 2 hours. Once we arrive in Florence, we will meet our local guide at the hotel for a 2-hour walking tour of Florence. Our tour of Florence will encompass many of the city’s churches, monuments, and squares. Florence first began life as a Roman colony in 59 BC and has been ruled by some of the most notable Italian families. The most famous of these – the Medici family. During this time, Florence was the cultural and intellectual heart of Europe. Artists, architects, and sculptors flocked to the city and their work is still evident in the city’s fabric. (B)

Overnight in Florence 4 nights at Hotel Adriatico (or similar).

Day 12

Today we explore the western region of Tuscany. Our full day tour will highlight the city of Pisa. In its early days Pisa was famous for its powerful Navy, which had trade links to Spain and North Africa. We’ll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, (admission into Tower not included) one of Italy’s best-known icons. Other stops on today’s tour will include Lucca, a Roman town dating back to 180 BC the birthplace of Giacomo Puccini and Leonardo da Vinci. (B)

Day 13

Today is free to explore Florence at your leisure. You might also consider walking through the eastern part of the city, which still retains a distinctly old-world Italian atmosphere. You may wish to visit the Gallerie dell’Accademia or The Academy of Fine Arts, where you can see Michelangelo’s David. A must-see is the richly decorated Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore. The church’s dome, built by the famous architect Brunelleschi, was the largest and most impressive such construction of its time. (B)

Day 14

Today is another free day in Florence. Enjoy all the museums, shops and cafes Florence has to offer. Your Travac Tours Director can help you with ideas for sightseeing today. Tonight is our farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 15

Today we depart for our return flights to Ottawa. Details will be provided by the Travac Tours office. (B)

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Hotel Information


Hotel Palme

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Hotel Address
Via IV Novembre, 5
Monterosso, Italy
19016
0187829013


Hotel NH Siena

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Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Piazza La Lizza. 53100
Siena, Italy
53100
+39 0577 382111


Hotel Adriactico

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Hotel Address
Via Maso Finiguerra, 9, 50123
Florence, Italy
50129
+39 055 27931



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Cape Cod

June 9th-13th, 2024

September 15-19th, 2024

Cape Cod is of course unique.  Its windswept beaches provide vacationers with an endless panorama of the Atlantic Ocean. Its colonial past has left this peninsula with a legacy of beautiful gabled roofed and wood framed villages.

Travac Tours wants to take you to Cape Cod this summer for a 5-day, 4-night escape to one of America’s favourite seaside playgrounds. Your hotel in Cape Cod is The Comfort Inn in Hyannis.  The hotel is a short walking distance to the quaint shops, boutiques, and eateries of Hyannis. To fully appreciate the history and culture of this special region, knowledgeable local guides will shepherd you through its local attractions. You will also have a chance to visit the legendary island of Martha’s Vineyard.  Fishing was once the mainstay of this island, but it has become a summer retreat for the rich and famous including many of the Kennedy clan.

In all, your Cape Cod getaway includes round trip transportation via a comfortable chartered coach, 4 night’s accommodation, guided tours, 4 breakfasts and the services of a Travac Tours director.  Indulge yourself in a well needed retreat where the past and the present meet in harmony and offers visitors a truly friendly New England experience.  Book early for this unforgettable holiday! Space always sells out quickly.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This morning you will depart Westgate Shopping Centre. A lunch stop will be made en-route. In the late afternoon you arrive at your hotel in Hyannis.

Your hotel for the next four nights: Hyannis Inn.

Day 2

After breakfast, you will depart your hotel for a tour of Cape Cod. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you will see most of the peninsula’s famous sights – its gabled roofed houses, quaint seaside villages and warm water beaches. You will have part of your afternoon to explore the village of Hyannis. (B)

Day 3

Your adventure today will take you to Martha’s Vineyard. Located south of Cape Cod, “the Vineyard” was a retreat for wealthy whalers from Boston during the 19th century. Today it is a favorite island of many of New England’s wealthiest families and it is home to many lavish mansions. While in Martha’s Vineyard you will visit Edgartown and have time to shop in many of its one-of-a-kind boutiques. (B)

Day 4

After breakfast, we will visit the JFK Museum. This afternoon is at leisure, with the option to spend the afternoon in Provincetown. Or spend the day exploring Hyannis at your leisure. (B)

Day 5

Following breakfast, we will depart Hyannis for Ottawa. A lunch stop will be made en-route. Expect to arrive in Ottawa in the evening. (B)

Itinerary subject to change.

 

Please note that you are required to have a valid Canadian passport with you. Non-Canadians may require a visa to enter the U.S. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have such a document if required. Any other nationality other than Canadian persons must identify themselves to the booking agent for verification of documents required.

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Hotel Information


Hyannis Inn

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Hotel Address
473 Main St
Hyannis, Massachusetts
02601
+1 508-775-0255



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Ontario- Wineries of Ontario

June 18-23, 2023

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This morning you depart in your private motor coach from Ottawa for Prince Edward County. Once arrived you will have time to visit the village of Bloomfield for shopping and lunch ($) independently. After lunch we will be stopping at three local wineries. Early evening, we will check into our hotel for the night. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.

Overnight- Picton Harbor Inn

Day 2

After breakfast we will board the motor coach and make our way to Windsor. On the way we will make a rest stop for lunch ($) and restrooms. Upon arrival in Windsor, we will check into our hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings and the hotel’s amenities.

Overnight- Holiday Inn Express – Windsor

Day 3

After breakfast, we will make our way to Pelee Island by ferry. Your first stop will be at a local winery. Here you will enjoy both a tasting and a tour of the facility. Lunch is also included at the facility. Your afternoon will be spent exploring the island under the guidance of a local tour professional. Your evening will be free.

Overnight- Holiday Inn Express – Windsor

Day 4

This morning we will check out of the hotel. Before we depart Windsor, we will be met by “The Rum Runners Tour” acting troupe. The group will take you on a journey through prohibition of the 1920s and 30s in Windsor. After lunch ($) we will make our way to Niagara Falls – your home for the next 2 nights. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.

Overnight – Hilton Fallsview Niagara

Day 5

After breakfast we will embark on a wine tour of the Niagara Region with 3 wine tasting, and a winery lunch.

Evening is free to explore all that Niagara Falls has to offer.

Overnight – Hilton Fallsview Niagara

Day 6

We will depart late morning with a lunch and restroom stop enroute to Ottawa.

Arrival time in Ottawa will be before dinner time.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


The Picton Harbour Inn

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Hotel Address
33 Bridge Street
Picton, ON
K0K 2T0
613-476-2186


Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront

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Hotel Address
33 Riverside Drive East
Windsor, ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774


Hilton Niagara Falls

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Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
1 888 370 0325



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Ontario- Wineries of Niagara

May 22-24, 2023

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart by private motor coach from Westgate Shopping Centre. On route to Niagara will be a pit stop and lunch break ($). As we enter Niagara, we will be going through the escarpment region which is home to many forests, farms, wetlands, cliffs, and historic sites. The escarpment region also hosts one of Ontario’s most diverse ecosystems. While in the region we will stop at 1 winery for a tasting. Then we will make our way to the Niagara Falls area where you will be staying for the next 2 nights. Spend the rest of your night exploring the hotels amenities and surroundings with free time.

Overnight: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites (or similar).

Day 2

Enjoy a free morning in Niagara before boarding your private motor coach which will be taking you to the picturesque town of Niagara-On-The-Lake. Often called the heart of wine country, this quaint historic town is beloved by locals and visitors alike. We will stop at 1 winery for a tasting before making our way to Queen Street for lunch ($) and shopping. After lunch you will reboard the motor coach and visit 2 more wineries for tasting. After the wineries you will be returned to your hotel, where you can enjoy a free evening in downtown Niagara Falls.

Overnight: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites (or similar).

Day 3

Check out of your hotel mid-morning and reboard the motor coach which will depart for Ottawa. On our way we will stop at 1 winery in the Escarpment area, before continuing to Ottawa. On route a stop will be made for bathrooms and lunch ($). Arrival in Ottawa will be early evening.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites

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Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
(905) 354-7887



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Italy- Rome, Florence & the Treasures of Tuscany

May 15-28, 2024

Very few regions of the world evoke the same romantic images as do Rome, Florence and Tuscany. Italy is a gift to the senses and a foodie’s dream vacation.  Join Travac Tours for a 14 day, 12-night holiday to this incredibly beautiful part of Italy renowned for art, culture, and cuisine.

You will start your holiday in the eternal city, Rome. This exquisite city is one of Europe’s most vibrant towns with awe-inspiring ancient and modern attractions.

While in Tuscany you’ll experience all that this province of Italy is world famous for. You’ll see picturesque medieval cities with their signature skylines of bell towers. Each day in Tuscany will offer spectacular rolling landscapes blanketed in grapevines and olive groves. You will enjoy lunch and a chance to sample recent vintages at a local winery after your tour with the vintner. This will surely be a highlight of your trip. Complete your visit of Tuscany with a trip to Pisa, famous for its leaning tower and inspirational cathedral.

From Tuscany you will travel to Florence. This city was the cradle of the Renaissance and once the most powerful city in Europe. Florence holds world-class art collections that rival any city such as the Uffizi Museum and of course Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia. To properly experience Florence our Italian guide will take you on a walking tour through its ancient streets and piazzas.

Travac’s tour to Italy includes round-trip flights from Montreal, ground transportation, 12 nights’ accommodation and day trips throughout your holiday. This holiday is fully escorted by an experienced Travac Tours director whose first priority is your satisfaction.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart Ottawa by motorcoach for your overnight flights to Rome from Montreal. You will be served a dinner and a continental breakfast on board your overnight flight(s). (D-on aircraft)

Day 2

Rome

Upon arrival in Rome, you will meet your Travac Tours Director in the baggage claim area and then be transferred to your hotel. Rome is an eternally engaging city. It is a grand and ancient metropolis rich with exquisite art, vibrant culture, and centuries of history. We trace the rise and fall of classical Rome, meander through the heart of Bernini’s Baroque Rome, and make a pilgrimage to the Vatican (optional). You will also have the chance to uncover the charms of hidden neighborhoods.

Overnight in Rome 4 nights at Hotel Miami (or similar).

Day 3

Rome

You will have a free day in Rome to explore the grandeur of the city with your hop-on hop-off pass.

A welcome dinner is included tonight. (B, D).

Day 4

Rome

Today, your Travac Tours Director will escort anyone interested to the Vatican (optional $). The Vatican is the world capital of Catholicism and is the world’s smallest state. The Papal Palaces, next to the great basilica of St. Peter’s, are home to the Sistine Chapel and the eclectic collection of the Vatican Museums, as well as being the residence of the Pope. Expect to spend several hours in this magnificent city. (B)

Day 5

Rome

With galleries and museums, an amazing cafe culture, the magnificent Colosseum, Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps, Rome never fails to inspire and amaze. You will have plenty of time to explore the eternal city with your hop-on hop-off pass. (B)

Day 6

Siena

This morning we depart Rome for Siena. The drive from Rome to Siena is approximately 4 hours. We will make a stop enroute for lunch. Upon arrival we will embark on a 2 hour walking tour of Siena with a local guide to experience the history of this medieval city. (B)

Overnight in Siena 4 nights at NH Siena (or similar)

Day 7

Siena

Today we will explore the wineries and olive groves of Tuscany. You will have a chance to visit one of the region’s noted wineries (more details to follow). Lunch and tasting is included. (B, L)

Day 8

Siena

After breakfast we’ll embark on a full day tour of Tuscany with an included lunch at a local cheese factory. Tuscany is renowned for its history and art, its evocative landscape, and, perhaps most notably, its food and drink. Our tour will encompass eastern and central Tuscany. We’ll visit Cortona, with its spectacular hillside views and Montepulciano, known for its Renaissance palazzo. (B, L)

Day 9

Siena

Once a regional capital that challenged Florence’s power, Siena might be Italy’s prettiest medieval town. Its old alleys and its town square, the Piazza del Campo, possess a unique charm that captivates visitors to this historic town. Take the day to explore the sights of Siena on your own. (B)

Day 10

Florence

After breakfast, we depart Siena for Florence – the drive is approx. 2 hours. Once we arrive in Florence, we will meet our local guide at the hotel for a 2-hour walking tour of Florence. Our tour of Florence will encompass many of the city’s churches, monuments, and squares. Florence first began life as a Roman colony in 59 BC and has been ruled by some of the most notable Italian families. The most famous of these – the Medici family. During this time, Florence was the cultural and intellectual heart of Europe. Artists, architects, and sculptors flocked to the city and their work is still evident in the city’s fabric. (B)

Overnight in Florence 4 nights at Hotel Adriatico (or similar)

Day 11

Florence

Today we explore the western region of Tuscany. Our full day tour will highlight the city of Pisa. In its early days Pisa was famous for its powerful Navy, which had trade links to Spain and North Africa. We’ll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, (admission into Tower not included) one of Italy’s best known icons. Other stops on today’s tour will include Lucca, a Roman town dating back to 180 BC the birthplace of Giacomo Puccini and Leonardo da Vinci. (B)

Day 12

Florence

Today is free to explore Florence at your leisure. You might also consider walking through the eastern part of the city, which still retains a distinctly old-world Italian atmosphere. You may wish to visit the Gallerie dell’Accademia or The Academy of Fine Arts, where you can see Michelangelo’s David. A must-see is the richly decorated Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore. The church’s dome, built by the famous architect Brunelleschi, was the largest and most impressive such construction of its time. (B)

Day 13

Florence

Today is another free day in Florence. Enjoy all the museums, shops and cafes Florence has to offer. Your Travac Tours Director can help you with ideas for sightseeing today. Tonight is our farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 14

Depart to Ottawa from Florence

Today we depart for our return flights to Canada. Details will be provided by the Travac Tours office. (B)

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Hotel Information


Rome – Hotel Miami

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Hotel Address
Via Nazionale, 230 - 00185 Roma
Rome, Italy

+39 064817180


Florence – Hotel Adriatico

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Via Maso Finiguerra, 9
Florence, Italy
50123
+39 055 27931


Siena – NH Excelsior

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Hotel Address
Piazza La Lizza. 53100 Siena
Siena, Italy

+39 0577 382111



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Portugal- The Algarve 3 Week Stay in Alvor

Winter 2024 dates coming soon!

Experience a fabulous stay overlooking the beach in the beautiful Algarve region of Portugal, with 2 meals per day included!

The Pestana D. João II is a is a 4-star hotel overlooking sandy Alvor beach with calm, crystal clear waters. It is only 10 minutes on foot (or a 5 minute drive) from the town centre, and very close to the Alvor river. The hotel won TripAdvisor’s “travellers choice” award for 2022 and offers 2 outdoor saltwater swimming pools surrounded by lush and peaceful gardens, use of the gym, and a spa with an indoor swimming pool, Turkish bath and sauna where you can schedule a Magic Spa massage ($).  All rooms have free Wi-Fi and TVs and offer a balcony with either side or front views of the sea.

Your worry-free vacation includes return flights and airport transfers, accommodation at the highly rated Pestana D. João II, and two meals per day.  Join us to discover the best of the Algarve’s mild climate and cultural diversity.  This holiday is a fantastic alternative to many of the semi-inclusive holidays you’ll find in Florida or the Carribbean.

There is limited space on this vacation- book now to avoid disappointment!

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart from Canada

Departure from Westgate Mall to Montreal via private coach. You will arrive to Dorval, Montreal 3 hours prior to your flight time. You will fly with Air Transat from Montreal to Lisbon. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight/time details.

Day 2-21

Alvor

Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel in the Algarve via private motorcoach. Driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.

Your Travac Tours Director/Representative will meet you on arrival in the main reception at the Pestana Dom Joao II. Baggage is not included, so please bring your baggage into reception.

Your stay at the Pestana Dom Joao II includes:

Accommodation as selected.

Breakfast daily (coffee, tea and juices included).

Dinner daily (drinks not included).

With many of the country’s safest and loveliest beaches and a year-round balmy climate, it is not surprising that the Algarve is Portugal’s most popular tourist destination. The 200km coastline of the Algarve features all types of coves, cliffs, caves, and its rocky beaches contrasts beautifully with broad expanses of sand. Optional excursions will be available for purchase locally.

Day 3

Presentation on optional tour offerings

Attend a presentation about optional tour ($) offerings. Your Travac Tours Director will advise of location & time upon arrival in Alvor.

Day 21-23

Lisbon

You will be advised by your Travac Tours Director the time of departure today to Lisbon via private motorcoach. Your Travac Tours Director will get you onboard the coach and say goodbye.

On arrival into Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative for your check in. Your stay for the next 2 nights is at the HF Fenix Lisboa Hotel with breakfast daily. Optional tours ($) will be offered of Lisbon and area.

Day 23

Return to Canada

You will be transferred from your Lisbon hotel to the Lisbon airport (3.5 hours prior to departure time from Lisbon). Your flight today is with Air Transat from Lisbon to Dorval, Montreal. Once you arrive in Montreal you will be met by a Travac representative to transfer you back from Montreal to Ottawa. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Pestana Dom João II

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
R. da Torralta, 8500-088
Alvor, Portugal

+351 282 400 700


HF Fénix Lisboa

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Hotel Address
Praca Marques de Pombal 8
Lisbon, Portugal
1269-133
+351 21 371 6677



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Greece & The Splendour Of Its Legendary Islands

Pictured above: Santorini, Greece

A 5 star holiday with 5 star hotels!

Greece and its islands have long inspired travelers from around the world. In fact, it has been part of a major trade route (and tourist destination) for some 5000 years since the earliest days of the Bronze Age. Located in south eastern Europe, this country of 11 million people lies at the meeting point of three continents; Europe, Asia and Africa. With its 6000 islands and islets scattered throughout the Aegean Sea, Greece makes a delightful holiday with wonderful opportunities to explore various cultures and changing landscapes.

This 16 day, 14 night fully escorted holiday includes round trip transportation, inter-island transportation by air or sea, 5 nights in Crete, 3 nights in Santorini, 3 nights in Mykonos, 3 nights in Athens, 14 breakfasts and 6 dinners.

Travac includes a sightseeing excursion in Crete, Santorini and Athens.

You will have plenty of time to enjoy the pleasures of the islands on your own. Optional tours will also be available.

May 1-16, 2024

May 5-20, 2024

 

 

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart Ottawa motorcoach from the Westgate to Montreal. You will have an overnight flight from Montreal to Athens.

Day 2

Upon your arrival in Greece, you will depart for your flight to Crete. You will then be taken to your hotel, via private motorcoach – Cretan Malia (or similar)- which is your home for the next 5 nights. Your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-in at all hotels.

Day 2-7

Your stay in Crete includes breakfast and dinner daily.

Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. While in Crete you will have a chance to visit and admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, enjoy its impressive mountain landscapes, fertile valleys, steep gorges and explore its glorious beaches. Crete is famous for a rich gastronomic culture. There are plenty of excellent restaurants near your hotel that offer the island’s superb local cuisine.

A full day private motorcoach tour of Crete is included. Optional tours are available through your Travac Tours Director locally – paid in Euros ($).

Day 7

This morning you will be transferred by private motorcoach to the high-speed ferry terminal. You will ferry from Crete to Santorini (this ferry is approximately 2 hours), then be transferred to your hotel by private motorcoach.

Santorini may well be the most famous island in the world; it is certainly the most popular in Greece. People travel thousands of miles just to relish in one of its incredible sunsets. There are very few more idyllic islands. It offers beaches, spectacular scenery, great restaurants, an active volcano, and ancient towns of mythical importance. Your hotel in Santorini is the Volcano View resort or similar.

Day 7-10

While in Santorini your daily breakfast is included.

A half day private motorcoach tour with a local guide of Santorini is included.

Optional tours are available through your Travac Tours Director locally – paid in Euros ($).

Day 10

Today you will say farewell to Santorini and travel by ferry to Mykonos (approximately 2 ½ hours). This island is Greece’s most famous cosmopolitan island. It is known as a whitewashed paradise dotted with windmills in the heart of the Cyclades Islands. According to mythology Mykonos was formed from the petrified bodies of giants killed by Hercules. The island itself is named after the grandson of Apollo “Mykonos.” Your hotel in Mykonos is The Petinos Beach Hotel or similar.

Day 10-13

While in Mykonos your daily Breakfast is included.

There is not an included tour in Mykonos. Optional tours are available through your Travac Tours Director locally – paid in Euros ($).

Day 13

Today you will travel to Athens by high-speed ferry (approximately 2 ½ hours) and then be transferred by private motorcoach to your hotel. Your visit in Athens includes a private motorcoach tour of this timeless city with a local guide. While in Athens, you will have the opportunity to experience many of the legendary attractions of this fascinating city including the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Much of Athens can be explored on foot. Your Travac Tours Director or the hotel concierge will be happy to give you directions to the attractions or museums located near the hotel. Your hotel in Athens is The Divani Palace Acropolis or similar.

Day 13-15

While in Athens your daily Breakfast is included.

A half-day private motorcoach tour with a private guide of Athens is included. Optional tours are available through your Travac Tours Director locally – paid in Euros ($).

On your last night in Athens, a Farewell Dinner is included (D).

Day 16

After breakfast you will be transferred by private motorcoach to the airport for your return flights to Montreal. Once in Montreal you will meet your Travac Tours Director and travel via private motorcoach to Westgate Mall.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Crete - Cretan Malia Park (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
700 07 Malia
Crete, Greece

+30 28970 31461


Santorini – Volcano View

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Fira - Santorini 847 0
Santorini, Greece

+30 22860 24780


Mykonos: Petinos Beach Hotel (5 star) or similar

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Platy Gialos
Mykonos, Greece

+30 228 902 4310


Athens: Divani Palace Acropolis (5 star) or similar

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Parthenonos 19, Athina 117 42
Athens, Greece

+30 21 0928 0100



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Quebec- Christmas Season in Quebec

On December 2nd, Travac Tours wants to take you to Quebec to celebrate the holidays.  First you will visit the Eastern Townships to take in some of the small-town Christmas markets.  After, you will go to Quebec City to enjoy its famous German Christmas Market, nestled right in the heart of Québec City. While there, we’ll take you to a local sugar shack for the quintessential Quebec dinner.  The festive atmosphere throughout will be a truly exceptional experience you don’t want to miss!

Your Quebec holiday includes round trip transportation by deluxe chartered coach, accommodation in the 5* OTL Gouverneur in Sherbrooke and, in the heart of Old Quebec, the 4-star Manoir Victoria (just footsteps from the market), 3 included meals and much more.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This morning we will depart Westgate Mall for the Eastern Townships. Stops will be made enroute. In the Eastern Townships, your first stop will be at “Bleu Lavande” lavender farm . After lunch in Magog, you will visit Le Cep d’Argent for a wine tasting before heading our hotel, the OTL Gouverneur to check in. The evening will be at your leisure.

Day 2

Today you will have the opportunity to visit a variety of small-town Christmas markets in the Eastern Townships. In the evening you can join the optional dinner in Sherbrooke with an opportunity to visit the Sherbrooke Christmas Market. (B)

Day 3

After breakfast, we will check out of our hotel and make our way to Quebec City to experience the famous German Christmas Market, which will be steps from your hotel. The German Christmas Market is one of the highest regarded festivals of its type in North America. Dinner tonight will be at a Sugar Shack just outside Quebec City, then you’ll be back in time to partake in some of the evening activities at the market. (B, D)

Day 4

Quebec City is in a class by itself when it comes to enjoying the four seasons. You will have the morning to again amble through the streets of Old Quebec. Your tour director will advise of the departure time for Ottawa.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Portugal- The Algarve 3 Week Stay at the Jupiter

January 21 – February 12, 2024

February 4 – 26, 2024

February 11 – March 4, 2024

February 18 – March 11, 2024

April 10 – May 2, 2024

 

Travac has crafted a fine vacation to Portugal’s Algarve in the beautiful Praia de Rocha region.  Just a few steps from the beach, marina, restaurants, shops, and casino, the Jupiter Hotel is a perfect choice for a memorable stay.  This fabulous hotel features one of the few heated outdoor pools in the Algarve.  Your worry-free vacation includes return flights and airport transfers, accommodation at the highly rated Jupiter Hotel, and two meals per day.  Join us to discover the best of the Algarve’s mild climate and cultural diversity.  Attractively priced, this holiday is a fantastic alternative to many of the semi-inclusive holidays you’ll find in Florida or the Carribbean.

 

 

Travac is also offering exceptional long-stay vacations between 5 and 12 weeks to the Algarve this winter- for more information on these packages, please click here.

 

January 21- February 12, 2024:

Total selling price including all taxes:

Premium Room with Front Sea View:  

Double occupancy: $4249 per person ($3399 + taxes of $850).

February 4- 26, 2024:

Total selling price including all taxes:

Superior Room with Side Sea View:  

Double occupancy: $3999 per person ($3149 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy:  $6048 ($5198 + taxes of $850).

 

Premium Room with Front Sea View:  

Double occupancy:  $4249 per person ($3999 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy:  $6648 ($5798 + taxes of $850).

February 11- March 4, 2024:

Total selling price including all taxes:

Superior Room with Side Sea View:  

Double occupancy: $3999 per person ($3149 + taxes of $850).

 

Premium Room with Front Sea View:  

Double occupancy:  $4249 per person ($3999 + taxes of $850).

February 18 – March 11, 2024:

Total selling price including all taxes:

Superior Room with Side Sea View:  

Double occupancy:  $3999 per person ($3149 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy:  $6048 ($5198 + taxes of $850).

 

Premium Room with Front Sea View:  

Double occupancy:  $4249 per person ($3999 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy:  $6648 ($5798 + taxes of $850).

April 10 – May 2, 2024:

Total selling price including all taxes:

Superior Room with Side Sea View:  

Double occupancy: $4249 per person ($3399 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy: $6248 ($5398 + taxes of $850).

 

Premium Room with Front Sea View:  

Double occupancy: $4449 per person ($3599 + taxes of $850).

Single occupancy: $6848 ($5998 + taxes of $850).

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart from Canada

Departure from Westgate Mall to Montreal via Private Coach. You will arrive to Dorval, Montreal 3 hours prior to your flight time. You will fly with Air Transat from Montreal to Lisbon. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight/time details.

Day 2- 21

Praia da Rocha

Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel via private motorcoach. Driving time is approximately 3 hours.

Your local representative will meet you on arrival in the main reception. Baggage is not included, so please bring your baggage into reception.

Your stay at the Jupiter includes:

Accommodation as selected.

Breakfast daily with coffee/tea/juices and water.

Dinner daily with coffee/tea/water/soft drinks/local wine or beer.

With many of the country’s safest and loveliest beaches and a year-round balmy climate, it is not surprising that the Algarve is Portugal’s most popular tourist destination. The 200km coastline of the Algarve features all types of coves, cliffs, caves, and its rocky beaches contrasts beautifully with broad expanses of sand. Optional excursions will be available for purchase locally.

Day 21-23

Lisbon

You will be advised by your local representative of the time of departure today to Lisbon via private motorcoach. Your local representative will get you onboard the coach and say goodbye.

Upon arrival into Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative for your check in. Your stay for the next 2 nights is at the Hotel Marques de Pombal with breakfast daily. Optional tours ($) will be offered of Lisbon and area.

Day 23

Return to Canada

You will be transferred from your Lisbon hotel to the Lisbon airport (3.5 hours prior to departure time from Lisbon). Your flight today is with Air Transat from Lisbon to Dorval, Montreal. Once you arrive in Montreal you will be met by a Travac representative to transfer you back from Montreal to Ottawa. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.

Itinerary subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Jupiter Hotel Algarve

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Avenida Tomás Cabreira 92
8500-802 Portimão, Portugal

+351 282 470 470



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