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Maritimes- Cape Breton Celtic Colours

Cabot Trail, Cape Breton

October 12-17, 2025

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

This morning you will depart from Ottawa on a direct flight to Halifax. Once in Halifax your Travac Tours Director will meet you and get you onboard our private motor coach. You will make a lunch stop, then make the drive to Baddeck, the start and end point of the famous Cabot Trail, it is a favourite spot for travellers.

Welcome Dinner is included tonight.

Hotel Stay for the next 4 nights – Inverary Resort

Day 2

After breakfast, we’ll depart for a tour of the island. Today’s highlights include a visit to Heritage Park, where we’ll explore the living history of the people of Membertou, and the Cape Breton Miners Museum, where retired miners tell their stories and experiences. Tonight, we kick off our Celtic Colours experience. Transportation to and from the show is included. Most performances begin at 7:30 PM and last about 2 hours.

Day 3

After breakfast, we continue our exploration of Cape Breton with a scenic, private guided tour. This morning, we will journey to Chéticamp, a charming Acadian fishing village. You’ll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own ($) before we continue along the Cabot Trail towards Ingnoish, renowned for it’s connection to Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Tonight we’ll experience another great evening of music at a Celtic Colours performance.

Day 4

After breakfast, we’ll begin the day with a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Here, you’ll discover full-scale replicas, exhibits, and artifacts that showcase Bell’s groundbreaking inventions and wide-ranging interest. After, we will make the journey to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, the largest reconstructed 18th century fortified town in North America. This evening, we’ll attend our final Celtic Colours performance.

Day 5

After a leisurely breakfast we will depart from Cape Breton, making our way back to Halifax. Stopping to visit Glenora Distillery. We should arrive into Halifax approximately 3pm so you can enjoy the afternoon walking along the Halifax waterfront, or take in a local museum, or just relax at the hotel. Your afternoon and evening are free – your Travac Tours Director will have an optional tour and optional farewell dinner tonight ($).

Overnight: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront

Day 6

After enjoying your included breakfast, you will have until check out time to enjoy downtown Halifax. Again, your Travac Tours Director will have an optional event ($). Your flight departs early afternoon back to Ottawa. Expect to arrive in Ottawa in late afternoon.

**Itinerary and flights subject to change**

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Hotel Information


Inverary Resort

Hotel website



Hotel Address
368 Shore Rd.
Baddeck, NS

1-800-565-5660


Halifax Marriott Harbourfront

Hotel website



Hotel Address
1919 Upper Water St
Halifax, NS

1-(902)-421-1700



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Canary Islands

February 1-23, 2026

March 8-29, 2026

Tenerife is the island of a thousand experiences. You can get lost in nature, relax on the beach, climb Teide (a local volcano), go shopping, see a show, walk the old town cobbles or simply enjoy life at your leisure. In Tenerife, options for your leisure time are endless thanks to its warm year-round climate, beautiful natural surroundings and tourist infrastructure designed to let you make the most of your holiday.

This exciting winter holiday option is available at an incredible deal.  Join our adventure!

Please note space is limited on this tour.  Early booking is essential!

February 1-23, 2026

Day 1 – Depart from Ottawa to Tenerife

Departure from Ottawa to Montreal via private motorcoach. You will arrive at the Montreal airport 3 hours prior to your flight time. Your flights are with TAP Air Portugal from Montreal to Tenerife South (with connections). Our office staff will be happy to give you more flight details.

Days 2-22 in Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz

Upon arrival in Tenerife, you will be transferred to your hotel by private motor coach. Your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-in. Your time in the Canary Islands is at your leisure.

Day 22 – Tenerife to Lisbon (1 night Lisbon airport hotel)

Your Travac Tours Director will advise you of the departure time from the Hotel for your flight to Lisbon. On arrival in Lisbon, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 23 – Return to Canada

You will be transferred from your Lisbon hotel to the Lisbon airport (3.5 hours prior to flight departure time from Lisbon). Your flight from Lisbon to Montreal is with TAP Air Portugal. Once you arrive in Montreal you will proceed through customs and pick up your luggage. Return from Montreal to Ottawa via private motorcoach. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.

***Itinerary Subject to Change***

What’s Included:

  • Return transfers via private motorcoach from Ottawa to Montreal
  • Return airfare from Montreal to Tenerife (with connections)
  • Roundtrip private motorcoach transfers from airport/hotel/airport in Tenerife
  • 20 nights’ accommodation in Puerto de la Cruz (Apartments Casablanca in a one-bedroom apartment OR Best Hotel Semiramis in a standard room*)
  • 1 night accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport (or similar) with breakfast
  • The services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination

*Breakfast and Dinner daily are included when staying at the Best Semiramis

Daily Buffet breakfast includes coffee, tea and juices and Daily Buffet dinner includes ¼ liter bottle of house wine and ½ liter of water per person

March 8-29, 2026

Day 1 – Depart from Ottawa to Tenerife

Departure from Ottawa to Montreal via private motorcoach. You will arrive at the Montreal airport 3 hours prior to your flight time. Your flights are with TAP Air Portugal from Montreal to Tenerife South (with connections). Our office staff will be happy to give you more flight details.

Days 2-21 in Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz

Upon arrival in Tenerife, you will be transferred to your hotel by private motor coach. Your Travac Tours Director will assist you with check-in. Your time in the Canary Islands is at your leisure.

Day 22 – Return to Canada

Your Travac Tours Director will advise you of the departure time from the Hotel. Your flights from Tenerife South to Montreal are with TAP Air Portugal. Once you arrive in Montreal you will proceed through customs and pick up your luggage. Return from Montreal to Ottawa via private motorcoach. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.

***Itinerary Subject to Change***

What’s Included:

  • Return transfers via private motorcoach from Ottawa to Montreal
  • Return airfare from Montreal to Tenerife (with connections)
  • Roundtrip private motorcoach transfers from airport/hotel/airport in Tenerife
  • 20 nights’ accommodation in Puerto de la Cruz (Apartments Casablanca in a one-bedroom apartment OR Best Hotel Semiramis in a standard room*)
  • The services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination

*Breakfast and Dinner daily are included when staying at the Best Semiramis

Daily Buffet breakfast includes coffee, tea and juices and Daily Buffet dinner includes ¼ liter bottle of house wine and ½ liter of water per person

Hotel Information


Hotel Best Semiramis

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Calle Leopoldo Cólogan Zulueta, 12
Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
38400
+34 922 37 32 00


Casablanca Club Apartments

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Calzada de Martíanez, 4
38400 Puerto de la Cruz , Tenerife Spain

(+34) 922371814



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Maritimes- The Train Experience to Nova Scotia and Cape Breton

Cabot Trail, Cape Breton

Halifax and Cape Breton by VIA’s Ocean Train

September 17–23, 2025

Join Travac this fall on a spectacular trip to Nova Scotia and Cape Breton!  We will embark on VIA’s Ocean Train to Halifax, then visit all the must-sees in this beautiful province: Lunenberg, Peggy’s Cove, the Annapolis Valley, Digby, Cape Breton and the Cabot Trail.  This week-long adventure includes all transportation (train to Halifax and return flight to Ottawa), accommodation, tours by deluxe private motor coach as well as visits to One Wine Tasting and the Glenora Distillery.  Call us today for more information!

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart Ottawa

This afternoon we will depart from Tremblay Road, VIA Train station and travel from Ottawa to Montreal. We will then change trains to embark on the “Ocean” Via Train from Montreal to Halifax this evening at 630pm. We will enjoy dinner tonight in the dining car on the train. Overnight on the train in accommodations as paid. NO CHECKED LUGGAGE is permitted with you on the train. WE HIGHLY recommend bringing only a carry on for this tour. Overnight on VIA’s “The Ocean” Train.

Day 2

Arrival in Halifax

Wake up this morning and enjoy your breakfast and then your lunch in the dining car. We should arrive into Halifax at approximately 6:00pm. Delays can happen, so be prepared with medications required in your carry-on bag. Once we arrive into Halifax we will be transferred via private coach to our hotel for the next 3 nights in Halifax. Dinner on your own tonight. Your Travac Tours Director will have recommendations.

Day 3

Halifax, Lunenburg, and Peggy’s Cove

After your breakfast, enjoy a private coach tour with a professionally guided tour of Halifax, noting attractions from iconic lighthouses to urban gardens, stunning galleries, museums and a waterfront science center. This afternoon we will visit Lunenburg and have some free time to explore. Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site – with its narrow streets and unique architecture – is the home port of the Bluenose II. This graceful ship is a replica of the original fishing boat. Your final stop before heading back to Halifax will be Peggy’s Cove. Famous for its lighthouse, Peggy’s Cove is one of the most iconic images in Eastern Canada.

Day 4

Annapolis Valley

Today we will travel to the north shore and Annapolis Valley. We will make our way to the Annapolis Gardens, then travel further west to Digby for free time, lunch ($) and seeing the quaint village known for its scallops and lobster. After lunch we will head back to Halifax, but not before trying some of the local wines.

Day 5

Antigonish and Inverness

This morning, we will make our journey from Halifax to Cape Breton. We will make a lunch stop prior to arriving into Cape Breton in Antigonish. It is often referred to as “the Highland Heart of Nova Scotia” due to its rich Scottish culture. You may also want to try one of the local breweries. Our second stop will be Inverness, with a stop at Canda’s first single malt whiskey distillery to sample some of their award-winning products at Glenora Distillery. Then we will continue to the village of Baddeck, our home for the next two nights. Baddeck stretches along the beautiful shores of Bras d’Or Lake.

Day 6

Cabot Trail

Today our local guide will take you on a leisurely drive along the Cabot Trail, often hailed as one of the world’s most scenic drives. The road winds through the Cape Breton Highlands, offering spectacular views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, dense forests, and dramatic cliffs. Along the way, stop at quaint fishing villages, where you can experience the warmth of local hospitality and enjoy freshly caught seafood.

Day 7

Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site and Return to Ottawa

We will depart the hotel today mid-morning with a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site. After the visit you will have time for lunch. ($) After a most enjoyable experience in Nova Scotia, you’ll make your way back to Ottawa. Your Tour Director will advise you on your departure time from the hotel for our late afternoon flights out of Sydney, NS to Ottawa.

 

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Portugal- NH Marina Portimão Resort

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the NH Marina Portimão Resort:

February 16 – March 24, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $5049 per person ($4,199 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $7759 ($6,909 + $850 tax).

February 16 – March 17, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4709 per person ($3,859 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6889 ($6,039 + $850 tax).

February 23 – March 17, 2026 (3 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

NH Marina Resort

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4309 per person ($3,459 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6029 ($5,179 + $850 tax).

Hotel Information


NH Marina Portimão Resort

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Marina, 8500-843
Portimão, Portugal

+351 282 460 200



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Portugal- Marina Club Lagos Resort

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the Marina Club Lagos Resort:

February 16 – March 24, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Marina Club Resort

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4399 per person ($3,549 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6579 ($5,729 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4599 per person ($3,749 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6749 ($5,899 + $850 tax).

February 16 – March 17, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Marina Club Resort

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4289 per person ($3,439 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6299 ($5,449 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4499 per person ($3,649 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6849 ($5,999 + $850 tax).

February 23 – March 17, 2026 (3 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Marina Club Resort

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4049 per person ($3,199 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5479 ($4,629 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4109 per person ($3,259 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5829 ($4,979 + $850 tax).

 

Albufeira, Portugal

 

 

Hotel Information


Marina Club Lagos Resort

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Marina de Lagos, Lote 20
Lagos, Portugal
8600-315
+351 282 790 600



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Portugal- Hotel Brisa Sol

Experience the unique beauty and charm of the Algarve!

Portugal’s Algarve province, with its magnetic Moorish appeal, has become a Mecca for snowbirds trying to escape the harsh reality of winter. It’s also one of Europe’s most picturesque and friendly holiday destinations. The Algarve is what most of us envision the Mediterranean to be. The whitewashed villages cascade into the sea. Cobblestoned streets are lined with outdoor cafes, bistros, wine bars, and markets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. The weather is wonderfully spring like and invigorating.

Your Portugal holiday includes transportation (as selected), accommodation (as selected), local transfers (airport/hotel/airport), and the services of a Travac Tours Director while at your destination.

Early booking is your best guarantee of enjoying this great holiday.

2026 Packages at the Hotel Brisa Sol:

February 6 – March 14, 2026 (5 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4489 per person ($3,639 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6109 ($5,259 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4719 per person ($3,869 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6569 ($5,719 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4919 per person ($4,069 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $7069 ($6,219 + $850 tax).

March 6 – April 4, 2026 (4 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4199 per person ($3,349 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5699 ($4,849 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $4429 per person ($3,579 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6169 ($5,319 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4639 per person ($3,789 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $6589 ($5,739 + $850 tax).

February 2-24, 2026 (3 weeks)

Total selling price including all taxes:

Brisa Sol

Studio Pool View

Double occupancy:  $3709 per person ($2,859 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $4859 ($4,009 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Land View

Double occupancy:  $3879 per person ($3,029 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5199 ($4,349 + $850 tax).

One Bedroom Pool View

Double occupancy:  $4039 per person ($3,189 + $850 tax).

Single occupancy:  $5509 ($4,659 + $850 tax).

 

Albufeira, Portugal

 

 

Hotel Information


Hotel Brisa Sol

Hotel website



Hotel Address
R. do Município 27, 8200-161
Albufeira, Portugal

+351 289 580 420



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Grand Rail Tour of Switzerland

September 17-26, 2025

Join Travac this Fall for an unforgettable adventure through Switzerland by panoramic train!  Travelling through picturesque towns with breathtaking train rides and thrilling excursions, you will see many of Switzerland’s most notable attractions including the Jungfrau Region, Matterhorn, Landwasser Viaduct, Brusio Circular Viaduct, and the Chapel Bridge.  Our tour begins in the cultural epicentre of Zurich.  We travel west to east through Luzern, Interrlaken, Montreaux, Zermatt, Lugano, St. Moritz, then finally back to Zurich.  

 

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Depart Ottawa

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

Day 2

Arrival in Zurich

On arrival in Zurich, we will have a private coach from airport to Zurich city Centre. Enjoy a guided tour of Zurich’s old town before boarding the coach back to the hotel for check-in.

Welcome dinner in a local restaurant (D).

Day 3

Lucerne-Interlaken Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel.

We will take the train from Zurich Main Station to Lucerne where we will have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, continue to Interlaken on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express.

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 4

Jungfraujoch and Goldenpass Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning ascend to the famed Jungfraujoch – the so-called “Top of Europe” for some spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.

Enjoy a 3-course lunch at the top of Jungfraujoch before descending to catch the Goldenpass Express to Montreux.

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 5

Zermatt

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning is at your leisure to explore Montreux.

In the afternoon, board the train to Zermatt where you have the rest of the day at your leisure.

Dinner at hotel (B, D)

Day 6

Glacier Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

This morning, we will take a local train from Zermatt to Brig. In Brig, board the world renown Glacier Express – the slowest Express train in the world – all the way to St. Moritz.

A 3-course lunch will be served on board as the train meanders past stunning picturesque landscape and over spectacular bridges

Dinner at hotel (B, L, D)

Day 7

Bernina Express, Tirano and Lugano

Breakfast at the hotel

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

Another panoramic train today from St. Moritz to the Italian town of Tirano. Enjoy a hearty 3-course lunch. In the afternoon, board a bus (part of the Bernina Express) all the way to Lugano. (B, L)

Day 8

Gotthard Panorama Express

Breakfast at the hotel.

Separate Luggage Transfer to the next hotel

Take the early service of the Gotthard Panorama Express through the historic Gotthard tunnel to Flüelen on Lake Lucerne.

In Flüelen, board a boat for Lucerne where a 3-course lunch will be served.

On arrival in Lucerne enjoy a short, guided tour of the historic city. Afterwards, continue to Zurich by train. (B, L)

Day 9

Zurich (free day)

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy the day at your leisure to explore wonderful Zurich.

(B)

Day 10

Return to Canada

After breakfast, we will travel to the Zurich airport for our return flights to Ottawa. (B)

Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.

No checked baggage is boarded on the train – be sure you have a day bag for necessities you require throughout the day. The trains do NOT stop enroute. The lunches included when on a train are served at your seat.

For more details on the trains, please click here.

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Hotel Information


Hotel Alexander (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Niederdorfstrasse 40, 8001
Zurich, Switzerland

+41 44 251 82 03


Grand Hotel Beau Rivage (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Höheweg 211, 3800
Interlaken, Switzerland

+41 33 826 70 07


Hotel Eden Palace au Lac (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Rue du Théâtre 11, 1820
Montreaux, Switzerland

+41 21 966 08 00


Hotel Derby (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Bahnhofstrasse 22, 3920
Zermatt, Switzerland

+41 27 966 39 99


Hotel Steffani (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Via Traunter plazzas 6, 7500
St Moritz, Switzerland

+41 81 836 96 96


Hotel City Lugano (or similar)

Hotel website



Hotel Address
Via Giuseppe Bagutti 4, 6900
Lugano, Switzerland

+41 91 222 09 00



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France: Cote d’Azur and Provence- September departure

September 27- October 11, 2025

The picturesque Provence/Côte d’Azur region in the south of France is known the world over for its glamorous beaches and seaside boardwalks, medieval hilltop villages, colourful markets, Roman ruins, and sunny Mediterranean lifestyle.

Join Travac Tours as we explore many of the charming villages and towns that have made Provence a mecca for tourists from around the world. This well-paced tour will start in Nice, giving you a chance to soak in the azure complexion of the French Riviera. You will then travel to the fabled city of Avignon, your home for the next 6 nights. It is from Avignon that you will explore the small towns and villages that are the fabric of Provence. Each town will offer a different experience. You will travel into the heart of Provence and savour its natural beauty and captivating 2000 year old history. Your holiday ends in the sea port of Marseille.

Attractively priced, Travac’s Cote D’Azur and Provence program will sell out quickly. Early booking is your best guarantee of space on this vacation!

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Ottawa to Nice 

Depart Ottawa by motorcoach for your overnight flights to Nice from Montreal. Dinner and a light breakfast will be served onboard. 

Day 2

Arrival in Nice 

Upon your arrival in Nice, you will be transferred to your hotel by private motorcoach. Since check in time is later in the afternoon, there will be ample time to orientate yourself to the ambiance of this delightful town. 

Overnight in Nice. 

Hotel for the next 5 nights:  NH Nice (or similar)

Day 3

Nice and Monaco 

Today we will embark on a tour of Nice and its neighbouring principality of Monaco.  Nestled between the sea and the mountains, this unique country is squeezed into just 200 hectares and has been ruled by the same family for over 700 years.  After visiting Monaco’s extraordinary treasures, we will return along the scenic coastal roads with a stop in the enchanting hilltop village of Eze. We will end the day with a panoramic tour of Nice.  A welcome dinner is included tonight. 

Overnight in Nice (B, D). 

Day 4

Free Day/Optional Tour 

Today is a free day.  Your Tour Director will be organizing an optional tour to Antibes, Cannes, and St Paul de Vance ($)- details to follow. 

Overnight in Nice (B). 

Day 5

Free Day 

Your day will be at your leisure. This delightful town offers an array of opportunities for a relaxing day on the French Riviera. 

Overnight in Nice (B). 

Day 6

Optional Tour 

Today your Tour Director will be organizing an optional tour ($)- details to follow.  Overnight in Nice (B). 

Day 7

Avignon 

This morning you will travel to Avignon which is situated in the very heart of Provence. Avignon was, for a time, the capital of Christendom during the middle ages. Today the city retains a strong link with its past. The Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes), the Saint-Benezet bridge (also known as the “Pont d’Avignon”), as well as the ramparts that surround the old town are just a few of the monuments listed by UNESCO as World Heritage sites. Upon arrival, we will visit the Palais des Papes before checking into our hotel.  Avignon will be your home for the next six nights and will act as a base for exploring Provence. (B) 

Hotel for the next 6 nights:  Avignon Grand Hotel (or similar)

Day 8

Arles 

No visit to Provence is complete without a visit to Arles. This enchanting town is dotted with Roman ruins and is one of the most popular destinations in Provence. After your city tour, you will have plenty of time to enjoy this charming town before returning to Avignon in mid-afternoon.

Overnight in Avignon (B). 

Day 9

St Remy de Provence and Les Baux 

Your tour today will take you into the Les Baux region of Provence. Set in the heart of the Alpilles regional country park, Les Baux-de-Provence is a listed heritage site that has won titles such as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France”. Your tour of this serine area will also include a visit to an olive farm as well as a visit to St Remy de Provence and the St. Paul Asylum. It was at the St. Paul Asylum that Vincent Van Gogh spent a great deal of time. Expect to arrive back in Avignon in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Avignon (B). 

Day 10

Free day 

Today your day is at your leisure to explore Avignon.  Your Tour Director will have suggestions on how to make the most of your time in this enchanting city. 

Overnight in Avignon (B).

Day 11

Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse 

Our journey today will take us to Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. L’Isle sur la Sorgue is one of those places in Provence that one has to see. The river Sorgue surrounds the city as if to hug it. This ancient town is also filled with canals that can be crossed by small bridges that lead into courtyards and small avenues filled with shops and cafes. It is also home to one of the most outstanding outdoor markets in France.  On our return to Avignon, we will pass through the village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.  A charming medieval village adjacent to a chasm and turquoise waters that become the source of the Sorgue springs, this geological wonder was once a Roman settlement. 

Overnight in Avignon (B). 

Day 12

Pont du Gard 

This morning will begin with a visit to the iconic Pont du Gard. The Pont du Gard is a bridge, part of the aqueduct of Nîmes, which was built by the Roman Empire between AD 40 and 60 to transport fresh water across the Gardon River. The Pont du Gard is an astonishing 900 feet long and 160 feet high. It was actively used as a source of fresh water by the citizens of Nîmes between the first and sixth centuries AD.  After our visit, we head to the medieval commune of Uzès for lunch before continuing on to the famed wine region Chateauneuf du Pape for a tasting. 

Overnight in Avignon (B). 

Day 13

Aix-en-Provence to Marseille 

This morning we will bid farewell to Avignon and make our way to Marseille, visiting Aix en Provence en route. The town of Aix itself dates back to early Roman times and certainly there is still some evidence of the Roman occupation in the region. However, it is art that has made Aix so popular. Aix was home to Cézanne, whose paintings populate many of the finest galleries in the world. It is Cézanne’s images that have drawn artists from around the world to this quaint town. Upon arrival in Marseille, you’ll have a panoramic tour of the city before checking into the hotel. Marseille is the second largest city in France by population, its biggest Mediterranean port and the economic center of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. Founded by the Phocaeans in 600 BC, Marseille is one of the oldest cities in all of Europe. With over a million inhabitants it offers a different flavour from the small villages of Provence.

Overnight in Marseille (B). 

Hotel for the next 2 nights: NH Collection Marseille (or similar)

Day 14

Marseille 

Today is a free day in Marseille.  Your Tour Director will have suggestions on how to make the most of your time.  

Overnight in Marseille (B). 

Day 15

Return to Canada 

Today you will bid farewell to this enchanting part of France for your return flight to Canada.  Your Tour Director will keep you informed of your flight details (B). 

 

Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.

 

*Please note that a visit to Provence entails a fair amount of walking to fully enjoy your holiday experience. You should feel comfortable being able to walk for extended periods of time and must be able to keep up with the group. Like much of Europe, many of the avenues and walkways are made of cobblestone in the South of France- comfortable walking shoes are essential.

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Hotel Information


NH Nice or similar

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
2-4 Parv. de l'Europe, 06300
Nice, France

+33 4 92 00 80 00


Avignon Grand Hôtel or similar

Hotel website


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Hotel Address
34 Bd Saint-Roch
Avignon, France
84000
+33 4 90 80 98 09


NH Collection Marseille or similar

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37 Bd des Dames, 13002
Marseille, France

+33 4 96 11 31 20



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Croatia- September departure

Pictured above:  City of Dubrovnik

September 9-23, 2025

Succulent seafood, miles and miles of brilliant coastline, awe inspiring scenery everywhere you go, it’s all a taste of this unique land called Croatia. With roots that go back to the Greek and Roman eras you will find telltale examples of its magnificent past everywhere. The magnetism of modern Croatia, though, is found on the Adriatic coast with its beautiful beaches, secluded bays, lakes, incredible mountain peaks, fantastic cuisine and prized wines and spirits.

Travac Tours has crafted the perfect holiday for you in Croatia. Your experience will take you through the capital Zagreb and the plains district where you can visit its castles or simply enjoy freshly picked fruit from a local farm. While in Zagreb you’ll stay at the legendary Hotel Esplanade, an Orient Express hotel, visited by actors, dignitaries, kings and monarchs including Queen Elizabeth.

We’ll then take you to the Croatian Riviera where towns look like movie sets and the mountains cascade into the sea. This, the Monte Carlo of Croatia, is compared to the Amalfi coast in Italy yet you may find it more exhilarating.

A highlight of your vacation will come with a visit to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. A UNESCO world heritage site the park’s undeniable natural wonder is created by the beauty found in a string of lakes and waterfalls. Indeed, the lakes are one of the most outstanding natural wonders in all of Europe

You will then travel to the small village of Biograd na Moru to enjoy the matchless charm of this seaside resort.

Continuing south, your next stop is Dubrovnik. It is a fortified sea town which holds thousands of years of both history and legend. This former city-state was a republic of nobles. Its castles and villas are often used as backdrops for the TV series “Game of Thrones.” Dubrovnik is indeed amazing!

Your last stop is Split, an eternally young city where many inhabitants have built their homes inside the 1700-year-old walls of the Diocletian’s Palace, another UNESCO world heritage site. Here you will be able to shop and enjoy the town’s famous marketplace. This seaside town truly brings you back to the Mediterranean as it once was.

While on vacation you will be housed in some of the finest hotels in Croatia, each with a distinctive character. There is a full slate of sightseeing and optional sightseeing opportunities are available for the adventurous and energetic.

Undeniably, Croatia is the up-and-coming destination for the perfect holiday. Join us!

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Ottawa to Zagreb

This afternoon you will depart on your overnight flights from Ottawa to Zagreb.

Day 2

Zagreb

Zagreb is the capital of Croatia.  Archeological discoveries dating back to around 35,000 BC, during the Stone Age, have been discovered in the area. While Celts moved in from the North and the Romans from the West. Zagreb, as we know it today, dates back to the Middle Ages and there are plenty of sights that reflect its great past. After checking into your hotel, the balance of your day will be free.  Your hotel, the Esplanade Zagreb, has a fascinating history dating back to 1925 when it was owned by “The Orient Express” Rail Company. Over the years this 5-star hotel has hosted most of the royal families in Europe as well as actors and diplomats.  To this day it is considered to be one of the finest hotels in central Europe. Numerous museums and the botanical gardens are a short walk from your hotel.

Day 3

Zagreb

You will begin your day with a tour of Zagreb. A good part of the tour will be on foot as we meander through the old town. Zagreb itself is a very green city and there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy its parks and green spaces. Your afternoon is free to explore. (B)

Day 4

Zagreb

Your day is free to explore Zagreb. (B)

Day 5

Zagreb to Opatija

Our adventure continues as we travel through Slovenia to the Croatian Riviera and the delightful village of Opatija. Variously known as the “Old Dame”, the “Pearl of the Adriatic” or the “Queen of Tourism” Opatija is a remarkable seaside resort dating back to 1844.  The feel of the Victorian era is everywhere amongst the spectacular hotels with their grand facades. The cascading hills remind you of Italy’s Amalfi Coast.   It is truly a destination of elegance and style. Upon your arrival your Travac Tours Director will take you on a short stroll down the city’s main street and point out some of the town’s highlights. If you are into walking, you will certainly enjoy the “Lungomare Promenade” which follows the coastline for 12 kilometers. (B, D)

Day 6

Opatija

After breakfast, we begin our tour with a visit to the Roman Amphitheatre in Pula.  While this Amphitheatre is one of many left around Europe by Roman engineers it is certainly one of the best preserved anywhere. We’ll also spend some time in the old town before heading to Rovinj.  Rovinj rises dramatically from the Adriatic.  Its streets are delightfully twisty and there is indeed something particularly romantic about this old town. (B, D)

Day 7

Opatija

On our last day in this region you are free to relax and enjoy Opatija. (B, D)

Day 8

Opatija to Biograd na Moru

Our journey today will take us to Plitvicka Jezera (Plitvice Lakes) National Park.  This UNESCO world heritage site will be one of the highlights of your holiday. The national park is world famous for its lakes arranged in cascades. The sixteen lakes are separated into twelve upper and four lower clusters formed by runoff from the mountains.  The lakes are renowned for their distinctive colours ranging from azure to green and grey to blue. The colours change constantly depending on the quantity of minerals or organisms in the water and the angle of sunlight. For the next two nights you will be staying in the delightful town Biograd na Moru.  Situated on the northern Dalmatian coast, this small town has an enchanting appeal. You will be free this evening to enjoy a stroll along the waterfront and choose your dining experience. (B, D)

Day 9

Biograd na Moru

Biograd was once the home of Croatian kings. Today it is populated by leisure craft and tourists from all over the world. Your free day can be enjoyed by simply relaxing at your hotel or taking a stroll through this interesting village. (B, D)

Day 10

Biograd na Moru to Dubrovnik

After breakfast we will continue south to the wonderful walled city of Dubrovnik.  This city is squeezed between the sea and the mountains and is encircled by stone walls.  It is, in a sense, a perfect work of beauty with an enthralling history.  Nothing will disappoint you in this magnificent city. (B, D)

Day 11

Dubrovnik

Your morning tour of Dubrovnik will start with a panoramic drive through the Dubrovnik surroundings.  Dubrovnik rose to have one of the strongest merchant navies in the 16th century.  The town itself became a powerful city state known as the Dubrovnik republic which maintained its independence for 450 years.  Your tour will continue with a guided walking tour of the old city. (B, D)

Day 12

Dubrovnik

Your last full day in Dubrovnik is free. Optional tour will be offered (B, D)

Day 13

Dubrovnik to Split

After breakfast, our journey continues to the heart of the Dalmatian coast – Split.

Split is the second largest city in Croatia with a population of over 200,000. Modern Split effectively came into being with the founding of the Diocletian’s Palace, around 295 AD. Today the Palace is part of the old city and is surrounded by an open-air market which is always bustling with activity. After our arrival in Split, we will make our way to the old city for a chance to see the Diocletian’s Palace which simply oozes atmosphere. There are numerous options for dinner in the old city that will offer everything from Dalmatian delicacies to your standard bill of fare. (B)

Day 14

Split

Today you will have a leisurely opportunity to explore and discover the spirit of Split.  (B)

Day 15

Split to Ottawa

Your Travac Tours Director will advise you of your departure time for your return flights to Ottawa. (B)

 

Itinerary and hotels subject to change.

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Hotel Information


Zagreb – Esplanade Zagreb Hotel (5 star) or similar

Hotel website


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Hotel Address
Mihanoviceva 1
Zagreb, Croatia
10000
+385 1 4566 666


Opatija- Grand Hotel Adriatic or similar

Hotel website


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Hotel Address
Ul. Maršala Tita 200
Opatija, Croatia
51410
+385 51 719 010


Biograd na Moru- Kornati OR Ilirija (4 star) or similar

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Ul. Tina Ujevića 7
Biograd na Moru, Croatia
23210
+385 23 383 556


Split- Amphora Hotel (4 star) or similar

Hotel website


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Hotel Address
Ulica Domovinskog rata 49, 21000
Split, Croatia

+385 21 308 500


Dubrovnik- Valamar Lacroma/ Valamar Argosy Dubrovnik (4+ star) or similar

Hotel website


Hotel Rating

Hotel Address
Ul. Iva Dulčića 34
Dubrovnik, Croatia
20000
+385 52 465 100


Hotel Garden Hill or similar

Hotel website


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Hotel Address
Rakarska ul. 1A
Zagreb, Croatia
10410
+385 1 5544 500



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Newfoundland

Grand Tour of Newfoundland

June 21-July 1

July 15-25

September 14-24

Travac would like to take you to the most easterly edge of North America……Newfoundland!

This summer join Travac as we travel to the province where the Vikings first landed over 1000 years ago leaving their indelible mark. You’ll have a chance to visit the oldest settlement and the oldest city in North America. At the same time you will traverse this vast land with its relatively small population and meet some of its friendly inhabitants. Here you can immerse yourself in the solitude of the provinces wilderness one day and embrace its vibrant culture the next.

Your tour covers over 3300 kilometers of beautiful scenery and will take you from Newfoundland’s vibrant towns to its quaint villages and outports.  You will follow stunning coastlines and take in some of the most incredible sky-scapes that you will ever see. You will visit Gros Morne National Park, UNESCO National Historic Site L’Anse aux Meadows, Trinity and Bonavista as well as many quaint and picturesque villages as you head into St. John’s.

Your first step to secure your space on this exciting adventure is to simply call Travac Tours and have one of our helpful agents reserve your spot.

When should I go?

Looking to see icebergs?  June is your best bet.

July is the best month for whale and puffin sightings!

August and September offer great weather and many festivals.

Tour Itinerary


Day 1

Today you will depart Ottawa Airport for your flights to Deer Lake. Upon your arrival you will be transferred to your hotel in Gros Morne National Park. This world heritage site takes its name from Newfoundland’s second highest mountain peak

Overnight in Cow Head (Shallow Bay Motel or similar) or Rocky Harbour (Mountain Range Cottages or similar)

Day 2

Gros Morne Park is famous for its spectacular scenery. Apart from enjoying this incredible landscape by land, you will also venture off on a boat tour within the park on Bonne Bay. This will allow you an entirely different perspective on the millennia old striking landscapes. It will also give you the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the region.

Overnight in Cow Head (Shallow Bay Motel or similar) or Rocky Harbour (Mountain Range Cottages or similar)

Day 3

Moving north we will visit the Port au Choix National Historic Site. Here you’ll find the crossroads of 6000 years of human history. The sea’s bounty drew Maritime Archaic Indian, Dorset and Groswater Paleoeskimo, and Recent Indian’s here long before Europeans arrived. Seals on passing iceflows were hunted by the Dorset and used for food, shelter and clothing.

Overnight in St. Anthony’s – Hotel North or Grenfell Suites (or similar)

Day 4

This morning you will make your way to the UNESCO National Historic Site, L’Anse aux Meadows. It was here in 1960 that a group of archeologists discovered the remains of what was an ancient Norse encampment that would have housed as many as 100 Vikings. While here, you will have a chance to view some of the recovered artifacts. Your guide will also go over how the encampment was discovered. Near the original encampment are several re-created sod and timber buildings depicting how life was lived 1,000 years ago.

In the afternoon, we will take a guided tour of Sir Wilfred Grenfell Mission. The Grenfell Mission provided some of the earliest permanent medical services in Labrador and northern Newfoundland. Before the mission opened its first hospital at Battle Harbour in 1893, almost no health-care resources existed in the area.

Overnight in St. Anthony’s – Hotel North or Grenfell Suites (or similar)

Day 5

This morning we will leave the northern peninsula. There will still be many opportunities to enjoy its natural beauty and you driver will make stops along our route in order to allow time for picture taking.

Overnight in Cow Head (Shallow Bay Motel or similar) or Rocky Harbour (Mountain Range Cottages or similar)

Day 6

After breakfast, we will make our way to Gander. Gander is most famous for the role that it has played in Canadian aviation history. This role extends back the 1930’s and was most prominent in World War II when over 10,000 airmen were stationed in Gander. Most of the streets in Gander are named after famous aviators, such as Amelia Earhart, Alcock and Brown, Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, Marc Garneau and Chuck Yeager.

Overnight in Gander – Sinbad’s Hotel (or similar)

Day 7

Today you will make your way to visit Twillingate, one of the most picturesque outports in all of Newfoundland. Located on the northeastern shore of Newfoundland, Twillingate is affectionately known as the ‘Iceberg Capital of the World’. Twillingate was once an active fishing community and is one of the oldest ports on the island.

Overnight in Clarenville – Clarenville Inn (or similar)

Day 8

Your journey today will take you to Bonavista and Trinity. In Bonavista you will have the chance to view the cliffs and enjoy the wonderful coastal scenery. It was here that John Cabot made landfall in 1497. This is also a major center for the fishing industry in Newfoundland. From Bonavista you will continue on to Trinity. Trinity is one of the oldest communities in North America and is a gem of a village.

Overnight in Clarenville – Clarenville Inn (or similar)

Day 9

Today will take you into St. John’s, the capital of Newfoundland. A stop at Cape Spear with a tour will be made onroute.

After time for lunch (on your own) in St. John’s, we will embark on a 3 hour city tour. The city enjoys a long and vibrant history as the oldest English-founded city in North America. While the city owes a great deal to the fishing industry, it has been transformed into a modern city famed for its nightlife and its rich musical culture. Evening is free.

Overnight St. John’s – Hilton Garden Inn (or similar)

Day 10

This morning you will travel down the Avalon Peninsula to the town of Bay Bulls. From here you will make your way to Witless Bay where you will embark on a boat tour and have a chance to view thousands of Atlantic Puffins, Murres and other seabirds that make their home here in the summer.

Tonight there will be a farewell dinner.

Overnight St. John’s – Hilton Garden Inn (or similar)

Day 11

Your guide will advise you of your transfer time to the airport for your return flights back to Ottawa from St. John’s. We are sure that you will have many fond memories of your wonderful Newfoundland experience.

Itinerary and hotels subject to change.

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