Ontario- Pelee Island, Windsor, and Niagara Getaway

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June 16-20, 2025

A passage to Pelee Island and Windsor Essex combined with a stop in Niagara Falls is an excellent getaway. The climate of the Lake Erie Islands Archipelago boasts the highest heat units in the country and the longest frost-free season in Ontario. This helps make the flora and fauna of Pelee Island rather unique.

There are many facets to Travac’s marvelous getaway. You’ll enjoy a Rum Runners tour that lets you understand the nefarious lifestyle of Windsor during the 1920’s. During your adventure you’ll experience Pelee Island through the eyes of a local professional guide, visit a local winery and enjoy tasting. You’ll also stop at Willistead Manor House once the residence of Edward Walker, the second son of Hiram Walker, one of the principle icons of the spirits industry during its formative years.

Your holiday includes round trip transportation on a deluxe chartered coach, 4 nights’ accommodation, 2 lunches, a full sightseeing program and the services of a Travac Tours Director. Early booking is your best guarantee of obtain space on this fabulous getaway.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Ottawa to Leamington

Early this morning, you will depart Westgate Mall for Leamington by private motor coach. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.

Day 2

Pelee Island Adventure

After your breakfast at the hotel, we will make our way to Pelee Island by ferry. As your journey begins to Pelee Island, the ferry slowly leaves the mainland and drifts into the horizon on the warm waters of Lake Erie. During this 90-minute crossing, take this time to relax and chat with your travelling companions on the ferry’s open air upper deck.

Pelee Island’s magical charm has been coined the Canadian Caribbean. With summer temperatures that mimic the famed Bordeaux region of France, Pelee Island is a winemaker’s paradise, though you needn’t love wine to love your time on the island. Sand beaches dot the shoreline, and trails criss-cross the island, while rare species of birds soar over it all.

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. Once we have arrived back on the mainland, we will make our way to Windsor. Your evening will be free.

Day 3

The Rum Runners Tour

This morning after your included breakfast you 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. This tour includes visits to MacKenzie Hall and Bedford United Church, after your lunch and Rum Runner’s show you’ll be off to Willistead Manor House for a visit. Your evening will again be free.

Day 4

Niagara Falls

This morning after breakfast, you will depart Windsor for your drive to Niagara Falls. Upon arrival, you will have a free day in Niagara to do some exploring and shopping. Your Travac Tour Director will have some optional tours to offer ($).

Day 5

Niagara Falls to Ottawa

On this day, after a free morning in Niagara you will begin your journey back to Ottawa. You can expect to arrive back at Westgate Mall in the evening.

 

Itinerary and hotels subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Quality Inn Leamington (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
279 Erie St S
Leamington , ON
N8H 3C4
(519) 326-9071


Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)

Hotel website



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


Niagara Falls at the Hilton Fallsview (or similar)

Hotel website



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



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