Maritimes- Cape Breton Celtic Colours- 7 days
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Halifax
This morning, depart from Ottawa on a direct flight to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Baddeck, the start and end point of the famous Cabot Trail—a favorite destination for travelers. Scheduled washroom and lunch stops will be made en route. Expected arrival is early evening. A welcome dinner is included tonight. (D)
Hotel stay for the next 4 nights – Inverary Resort or similar
Day 2
Baddeck
Begin the day with a relaxing breakfast before enjoying a day at leisure. Your Travac Tours Director will offer suggestions for the day. Return to the hotel for dinner. Later, enjoy a Celtic Colours International Festival performance. (B, D)
Optional – Fortress of Louisbourg ($): A visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, the largest reconstructed 18th century fortified town in North America.
Day 3
Cabot Trail
After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day tour of the Cabot Trail, accompanied by a local guide. Widely regarded as one of the most scenic drives in the world, the route winds through the Cape Breton Highlands, offering views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, forested landscapes, and coastal cliffs. Several stops will be made at scenic lookouts and in small fishing communities. Lunch is included during the tour. This evening, dine at the hotel. Tonight, attend another Celtic Colours International Festival performance. (B, L, D)
Day 4
Baddeck
Start the day with a leisurely morning before departing for a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Explore full-scale replicas, exhibits, and artifacts that showcase Bell’s groundbreaking inventions and wide-ranging interests. A shuttle bus is available, allowing you to explore at your own pace. On your last evening in Baddeck, dinner will be served at the hotel. To conclude the day, attend your final Celtic Colours International Festival performance. (B, D)
Day 5
Baddeck to Halifax
After breakfast, we will check out and transfer to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Along the way there will be rest stops enroute with lunch ($) on your own prior to arriving into downtown Halifax. We will check in to our hotel in the late afternoon. Evening is free to explore the Harbour front shops and restaurants. (B)
Hotel stay for the next 2 nights: Westin Nova Scotian or similar
Day 6
Halifax and the South Shore
Following breakfast, depart your hotel for a full-day tour of Halifax and Nova Scotia’s South Shore. Begin with Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the resting place of many Titanic passengers. Travel along the scenic route to Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with colorful streets and the home of the Bluenose II, where you’ll also have time for lunch ($) on your own. Continue to the charming town of Mahone Bay, famous for its waterfront and iconic churches, before arriving at Peggy’s Cove to see its legendary lighthouse. Return to Halifax in the evening, where the remainder of the evening is at your leisure. (B)
Day 7
Return to Ottawa
Enjoy your breakfast before checking out and transferring to Halifax Airport for your early afternoon flight back to Ottawa. Arrival is expected later that afternoon. (B)
Performance details for the Celtic Colours International Festival, including artist lineup, time, and venue, are subject to change.
Itinerary and flight schedules are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Inverary Resort or similar
Hotel Address
368 Shore Rd.Baddeck, NS
B0E 1B0
1-800-565-5660
Westin Nova Scotian or similar
Hotel Address
1181 Hollis StHalifax, NS
B3H 2P6
(902) 421-1000
Ontario- Pelee Island, Windsor, and Niagara Getaway- September departure
September 21-25, 2026
A passage to Pelee Island and Windsor, 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 marvellous getaway. You’ll enjoy a Rum Runners tour that lets you understand the nefarious lifestyle of Windsor during the 1920s. During your adventure, you’ll experience Pelee Island through the eyes of a local professional guide, visit a local winery with a tasting. You’ll also make a special visit to Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Amherstburg was once the Canadian destination for many Freedom Seekers escaping slavery in the United States. Here you will learn local stories about the Underground Railroad and the contributions of African-Canadians to the region.
Your holiday includes roundtrip 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 obtaining space on this fabulous getaway!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Leamington
Early this morning, you will depart Carlingwood Mall for Leamington by private motor coach. Along the way, we’ll pause for a restful break, giving you a chance to stretch and grab some food. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.
Overnight – Quality Inn Leamington (or similar)
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.
Our local guide will meet us on arrival at Pelee Island Winery. We will have time to see the island and then enjoy both a tasting and a tour of the facility. Lunch is also included at the facility. Your day visit 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. (B, L)
Overnight – Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)
Day 3
The Rum Runners Tour and Amherstburg Freedom Museum
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 the show and your included lunch, you’ll visit the Amherstburg Freedom Museum (previously known as the North American Black Historical Museum). The location of the museum is key; Amherstburg meant freedom, as the Canadian destination for many Freedom Seekers escaping slavery in the United States via the Underground Railroad. You will have the opportunity to learn local stories about the Underground Railroad and the rich Black heritage of the region.
Your evening will at your leisure. Your Travac Tours Director will be happy to show you the plentiful dining options nearby. (B, L)
Overnight – Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront (or similar)
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 offer optional tours to offer ($)- TBA. (B)
Overnight – Niagara Falls at the Hilton Fallsview (or similar)
Day 5
Niagara Falls to Ottawa
After breakfast and a free morning in Niagara, you will begin your journey back to Ottawa. You can expect to arrive back at Carlingwood Mall in the evening. (B)
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Quality Inn Leamington or similar
Hotel Address
279 Erie St SLeamington, ON
N8H 3C4
(519) 326-9071
Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront or similar
Hotel Address
33 Riverside Dr EWindsor, ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774
Niagara Falls at the Hilton Fallsview or similar
Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview BlvdNiagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
(905) 354-7887
Québec- Québec City
July 21 – 24, 2026
Québec City, built on the banks of the St. Lawrence River at Cap Diamant, is one of the most historic and beautiful cities in North America. It is the continent’s only walled city, a fact that aided UNESCO’s 1985 decision to classify it as a prestigious World Heritage Site. Let Travac Tours transport you on a four-day, three-night tour of the breathtaking French-Canadian heartland that you won’t want to miss.
Travac’s Québec trip provides you with a fully narrated glimpse of the city. With the help of a knowledgeable tour guide, we’ll take you on a half day excursion where you’ll see the Plains of Abraham, Artists’ Alley, and much more. You will spend three nights at the historic Hotel Clarendon, located in the heart of Old Quebec and just steps away from the city’s attractions and activities.
Your Québec City holiday includes round-trip transportation on a comfortable chartered coach, three nights’ accommodation as well as a guided tour of Québec.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning, we will depart for the charming city of Quebec City. Upon arrival, we will begin our exploration with a brief guided tour with our local tour guide, providing you with an overview of the city’s rich history and picturesque architecture. The evening is free, allowing you to explore at your own pace or relax and enjoy the ambiance of this beautiful city.
Day 2
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure. We recommend taking time to wander through the quaint streets of Old Quebec, where you can experience the European charm of the city. The local shopping scene is unique, offering everything from artisan boutiques to local craft stores. Indulge in exceptional French cuisine at one of the many renowned restaurants, where you can savor the flavors that make Quebec City a culinary delight. Should you need assistance with planning your day, your Travac Tours Director will be happy to provide recommendations and help organize any activities.
Day 3
You will have another leisurely day to explore Old Quebec at your own pace. Whether you choose to visit historic landmarks such as the iconic Château Frontenac or simply enjoy a quiet stroll along the cobbled streets, there is no shortage of attractions. Your Tour Director will be available to offer suggestions for those looking to make the most of their time in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 4
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 and hotel are subject to change.
Ontario- Stratford Festival
Stratford Festival Theatre. Photo: Richard Bain
September 16 – 18, 2026
The Stratford Festival is one of Canada’s most celebrated cultural events, and one of the leading theatre festivals in the world. Join Travac this fall on a delightful escape to experience the very best of the festival this year, alongside a visit to St Jacobs! Our tour includes private round-trip transportation aboard deluxe motor coach from Ottawa, 2 nights accommodation in St Jacobs, an evening performance of Guys and Dolls at the Festival Theatre, and free time to explore the charming village of St Jacobs and its famous farmer’s market. An optional matinee of The Tempest ($) at the Festival Theatre is also available. Call us at 613-728-1934 to learn more about this fabulous getaway!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to St. Jacobs
This morning you will depart the Carlingwood Shopping Centre for St. Jacobs. Scheduled washroom and lunch stops will be made enroute. Expect to arrive in St. Jacobs in early evening.
Hotel for the next 2 nights: Hampton Inn & Suites Waterloo St. Jacobs
Day 2
Stratford
After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll have free time to shop and explore the St. Jacobs Farmers Market or visit some of the charming shops in the area. Your Stratford Festival performance of Guys & Dolls is in the evening tonight, with the option of also taking in a matinee of The Tempest this afternoon. Your Travac Tours Director will advise you of the shuttle schedule for the day between St Jacobs and Stratford.
Optional ($): 2:00pm – Performance of The Tempest.
8:00pm – Performance of Guys & Dolls.
A listening device is offered at no additional cost; please request should you require one.
(B)
From left: Mark Uhre as Nathan Detroit, Jennifer Rider-Shaw as Miss Adelaide, Dan Chameroy as Sky Masterson and Olivia Sinclair-Brisbane as Sarah Brown, Guys and Dolls. Stratford Festival 2026. Photo: Dariane Sanche.
Day 3
St. Jacobs to Ottawa
Following breakfast, you will have some more free time explore and shop in St. Jacobs. Afterward, we begin our journey back to Ottawa, with scheduled washroom and lunch stops en route.
(B)
Hotel Information
Hampton Inn & Suites Waterloo St. Jacobs or similar
Hotel Address
55 Benjamin RdWaterloo, ON
N2V 0C6
(519) 514-0090
Quebec- Louise Penny: The Last Mandarin Book Event
May 12-13, 2026
Award-winning Canadian author Louise Penny and award-winning CBC journalist Mellissa Fung are holding a special book launch in Stanstead, Québec to celebrate the release of their new thriller The Last Mandarin, and Travac has secured tickets to this highly coveted event! As one of the mystery genre’s all-time greats, tickets to Penny’s in-person events are notoriously difficult to obtain. Travac has secured limited seating to this special evening which includes one signed copy of the exclusive indie edition of The Last Mandarin per person. Also included are some of the attractions from our exceptionally popular “On the Trail of Louise Penny” tour: a visit and tasting to an elderberry farm; a visit to the Louise Penny corner at Brome Lake Books; and a visit to the Brome County Historical Society Museum.
Demand for spaces on this tour will be very high- early booking is your only guarantee. Once sold out, Travac is unable to obtain more seats for this event.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning, we depart Ottawa and travel toward Quebec’s picturesque Eastern Townships. Our first stop is Vitality Elderberry Farm in Lac-Brome, where we will enjoy a tasting of their locally grown elderberry products. After the visit, we will head to the hotel for time to freshen up before the book event this evening.
After an early dinner, we will head to Stanstead for the special The Last Mandarin Book Event with Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung. During this event you will have the opportunity to hear from Louise Penny herself and receive one signed copy of the exclusive indie edition of The Last Mandarin. (D)
Hotel for 1 night: OTL Gouverneur
Day 2
Our day begins with a journey to Knowlton, a charming village known for its pastoral beauty and for inspiring Louise Penny’s fictional town of Three Pines. While in Knowlton, we will visit Brome Lake Books, followed by a short walk to the Brome County Historical Society Museum.
Then continue to Sutton where you will have free time to explore and pick up lunch (at your own expense). La Rumeur Affamée, on which Sarah’s Boulangerie was based, is a wonderful option to grab a bite to eat. (B)
Itinerary and hotel subject to change.
Hotel Information
OTL Gouverneur
Hotel Address
3131 Rue King OuestSherbrooke, QC
J1L 1C8
1 888-910-1111
British Columbia- Beautiful Kelowna and the Okanagan Wine Valley – September departure
September 10-16, 2026
For our June departure, please click here.
Join Travac on this incredible escape to explore the beautiful Okanagan Valley Wine region and Kelowna! An eclectic mix of spectacular mountains, sunny laid-back city life, lakeshore parks with incredible waterfronts, and lush vistas of rolling hills, orchards, and vineyards make spending time in Kelowna’s surroundings an ideal vacation.
Travac’s Okanagan adventure will take you deep into the heart of wine country. You’ll be accommodated at the downtown Royal Anne Hotel, enjoy a continental breakfast each day, visit 4 wineries that will include tastings at some of the most acclaimed wineries that the Okanagan Valley has to offer.
The Okanagan Valley Wine region is Canada’s second largest wine producing area and it accounts for more than 80% of BC’s wine production. Your days will be filled with local attractions and wine tastings, even a lunch at a local winery. The beauty and taste of this area will leave you wanting to return – join us this spring to experience one of Canada’s regional crown jewels!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Today we will Depart Ottawa for our flights to Kelowna. Upon arrival in Kelowna, we will board our private coach and travel to our hotel in Osoyoos (approx. 2 hours). Along the way, we will stop in Oliver, also known as “The Wine District,” for a self-guided lunch and your first tastings (at your own expense). This region is home to 7 – 8 well-regarded wineries, each offering a unique experience with a wide variety of wines and scenic vineyard views. Dining options include several cozy restaurants with both indoor and outdoor seating.
We will continue to the hotel, where check-in will be facilitated by your Travac Tours Director.
Overnight at Watermark Beach Hotel or similar, Osoyoos.
Day 2
After breakfast, we will visit the Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre in Osoyoos for a guided tour, offering insight into the unique ecology and Indigenous heritage of the area. Following lunch on your own, we’ll visit a local winery for our first tasting of the day. Later, we’ll return to Osoyoos for another winery visit featuring tastings and a selection of appetizers. (B)
Overnight at Watermark Beach Hotel or similar, Osoyoos.
Day 3
This morning, enjoy at leisure to explore Osoyoos at your own pace after breakfast. In the afternoon, we will visit a local winery set in a beautiful landscape for a wine-tasting experience. Lunch is included today. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Your Tour Director may have suggestions on how best to spend the rest of your time. (B, L)
Overnight at Watermark Beach Hotel or similar, Osoyoos.
Day 4
This morning, enjoy time at your leisure to explore Osoyoos at your own pace after breakfast. In the afternoon, we will visit a local winery set in a beautiful landscape for a wine-tasting experience.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Your Tour Director may have suggestions on how best to spend the rest of your time. (B)
Overnight at Watermark Beach Hotel or similar, Osoyoos.
Day 5
Today, we depart Osoyoos and travel north to Summerland, a region renowned for its breathtaking scenery. We will visit theOrnamental Gardens, a 6-hectare site established by Agriculture Canada in 1916. In the afternoon, enjoy an included lunch before boarding the historic Kettle Valley Steam Railway. Sit back and take in stunning views of Okanagan Lake, Giant’s Head Mountain, and the Trout Creek Trestle Bridge – an impressive feat of engineering. The evening is at leisure to explore and relax at your own pace. (B, L)
Overnight at Hotel Royal Anne or similar, Kelowna.
Day 6
After breakfast, we’ll set out on a 2 – hour walking tour of Kelowna led by a knowledgeable local guide. You’ll have free time for lunch on your own ($) and to explore downtown Kelowna at your leisure in the afternoon. Your Travac Tours Director will offer optional afternoon activities ($). (B)
Overnight at Hotel Royal Anne or similar, Kelowna.
Day 7
Early this morning we will return to Ottawa. Your Travac Tours director will keep you informed of your flight details. (B)
Itinerary, hotels, and flights are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Watermark Beach Hotel
Hotel Address
15 Park PlOsoyoos, BC
V0H 1V0
(250) 495-5500
Royal Anne Hotel
Hotel Address
348 Bernard AveKelowna, BC
V1Y 6N5
(250) 763-2277
Maritimes- Iles de la Madeleine & Prince Edward Island – Fall Departure
October 4 – 13, 2026
For our spring 2026 departure, please click here.
Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, a green archipelago surrounded by white sandy beaches and dramatic red cliffs wields a magnetic attraction to everyone that steps on its shores. Iles De La Madeleine are the Maritimes best kept secret and an incomparable escape! Renowned for their warm hospitality and welcoming Acadian culture, the islanders here have created a perfect getaway with exquisite seafood and fabulous attractions including wonderful museums, galleries, and shops.
Join us on May 26 as we journey to Iles De La Madeleine for a fabulous 10 day, 9 night holiday that includes a visit to PEI.
While on PEI, you will visit Summerside, Charlottetown, Cavendish, as well as landscapes filled with rolling hills and green forests. You also have a chance to stroll along the island’s beckoning sandy beaches with their dunes and red sandstone cliffs. Imagine walking in the footsteps of Lucy Maud Montgomery, creator of Anne of Green Gables, as you explore the island’s incomparable charms. During your tour of this island you will be enchanted by the yarns of our local host as he guides you through some of the most beautiful and colourful villages in Canada.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Edmundston
This morning you will depart Ottawa and travel east along the south shore of the St Lawrence River. Expect to arrive in Edmundston in the late afternoon.
Hotel – Edmundston Four Points by Sheraton (or similar)
Day 2
Edmundston to Summerside
Leaving Edmundston we will continue our journey along the Trans-Canada highway making your way east through New Brunswick to the sea, where you will cross Confederation Bridge. Confederation Bridge spans the Abegweit Passage of Northumberland Strait, linking Prince Edward Island with mainland New Brunswick. It won’t take long once you have crossed this engineering marvel to reach Summerside, your home for the evening.
Hotel – Loyalist Country Inn (or similar) (B)
Day 3
Summerside to Iles de la Madeleine
After a leisurely breakfast and a bit more time in Summerside, you’re off to Souris for the 5-hour ferry crossing to Iles de la Madeleine. Our route to the ferry will take us along the north coast of PEI. Dinner will be available to be purchased onboard the ferry ride.
Hotel – Chateau Madelinot Iles de la Madeline (or similar) (B)
Day 4
Iles de la Madeleine
Îles de la Madeleine is an isolated archipelago made up of seven inhabited islands in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Six of these islands are linked by the main road, Route 199, while the seventh, Île d’Entrée, is only accessible by boat. The total population of the islands is under 15,000. While on the islands you enjoy a complete change of pace. Today we tour the western part of the archipelago. In the morning, we will visit the villages of Cap-aux-Meules, L’Etang-du-Nord and La Cote. In the afternoon we have the opportunity to explore the island of Havre-Aubert. Dinner is included tonight.
Hotel – Chateau Madelinot Iles de la Madeline (or similar) (B & D)
Day 5
Iles de la Madeleine
Today we visit the eastern part of the islands. In the morning, we explore the village of Havre-aux Maisons and make a stop at the Pointe-Basse Harbour to visit the herring smokehouse economuseum. We will then make our way to the Echourie lighthouse before stopping at Dune-du-Sud for a walk on the beach and a look at the brilliant cliffs carved by the sea. In the afternoon we will visit the villages of Grosse-Isle and Grand-Entrée. Dinner is included tonight.
Hotel – Chateau Madelinot Iles de la Madeline (or similar) (B & D)
Day 6
Iles de la Madeleine
Today is a free day. Your Travac Tours Director will have ample suggestions on how to best spend your time on the islands.
Hotel – Chateau Madelinot Iles de la Madeline (or similar) (B)
Day 7
Îles de la Madeleine to Charlottetown
This morning, you will enjoy a boxed breakfast on the ferry back to PEI. Upon our arrival the remainder of the day will be at leisure.
Hotel – Rodd Charlottetown Hotel (or similar) (B)
Day 8
Charlottetown
This morning, we will be met by our local guide for a tour of this appealing island. We will start off with a tour of Historic Charlottetown. Next, we will be off to Anne’s Land. Your journey will take you to Cavendish, one of the prettiest towns on the island. The fictional redheaded Anne of Green Gables is everywhere in this area. When the novel Anne of Green Gables was first published in 1908, most people could only dream of visiting its magical setting. Your visit will take you to Green Gables heritage place. Green Gables, part of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Cavendish National Historic Site, is famous around the world as the inspiration for the setting in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic tale of fiction. We will also visit PEI Preserve Company, North Rustico, and PEI National Park.
Hotel – Rodd Charlottetown Hotel (or similar) (B & L)
Day 9
Charlottetown to Edmundston
After a hearty breakfast you will begin your homeward journey stopping again in Edmundston.
Hotel – Edmundston Four Points by Sheraton (or similar) (B)
Day 10
Edmundston to Ottawa
It will be an early start back to Ottawa. Expect to be back in the city for dinner. (B)
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
Maritimes- East Coast Explorer
Peggy’s Cove
October 11 – 20, 2026
Relish in the finest of Maritime hospitality on Travac’s East Coast Explorer tour! This well-paced journey into the very best of Maritime culture begins on Cape Breton Island. We will first fly into Sydney, Nova Scotia, before making our way to the beautiful town of Baddeck. Baddeck will be our home base for exploring the Cabot Trail, often hailed as one of the world’s most scenic drives, as well as the quaint Celtic fishing villages throughout the Cape Breton Highlands. After our time on the island, we will travel to Halifax, where you’ll have the opportunity to discover the city’s rich maritime heritage and lively contemporary culture. We will venture into the beautiful seaside community of Mahone Bay as well as the old town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and proud home port to the Bluenose II. We will also visit the picturesque fishing village of Peggy’s Cove and Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known landmarks, and learn of powerful Acadian stories at the Grand-Pré National Historic Site. From Halifax, we will make our way around the Bay of Fundy to experience the magnificence of Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, famous for its incredible “flowerpot” rock formations caused by tidal erosion. During our time in New Brunswick, we will also visit Shediac Bay, affectionately known as the Lobster Capital of the World, before making our way across the Confederation Bridge into PEI. We will explore the lovely coastal villages and beautiful red-sand beaches that define this gorgeous province. You will also learn about the birthplace of Confederation in Charlottetown, and experience the city’s vibrant boutiques, cafés, and restaurants. No trip to Prince Edward Island would be complete without visiting Green Gables Heritage Place and PEI Provincial Park, where you will have the opportunity to delve into the heart of the province’s literary significance and natural beauty.
Travac’s East Coast Explorer Tour is attractively priced at $4599.00 + taxes of $802.87 per person based on double occupancy. Space is limited- call our office at 613-728-1934 for more information or to book!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Cape Breton
This morning you will fly from Ottawa to Sydney, Nova Scotia via Montreal. Upon arrival in Sydney in the late afternoon, you will be transferred to your hotel in beautiful Baddeck, your home for the next two nights. The rest of your evening is at leisure. Enjoy a three-course plated welcome dinner at the hotel. (D)
Overnight at Silver Dart Lodge or similar.
Day 2
The Cabot Trail
Today we will be joined by a local guide for a leisurely drive along the Cabot Trail, often hailed as one of the world’s most scenic vistas. The Cabot Trail winds through the Cape Breton Highlands, offering spectacular views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and its dramatic cliffs. We will stop at quaint fishing villages along the drive, where you can experience the warmth of local hospitality and enjoy freshly caught seafood. Lunch is included today. (B, L)
Overnight at Silver Dart Lodge or similar.
Day 3
Cape Breton to Halifax
This morning after a leisurely breakfast, we will make our journey from Cape Breton to Halifax. We will begin with a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site where you will learn about Bell’s early life and have the opportunity to explore the site’s interpretive gardens. En route to the mainland, we will make a lunch stop ($) prior to arriving in downtown Halifax. We check into our hotel in the late afternoon. Your evening is free to explore the beautiful harbour front and its shops and restaurants. (B)
Overnight at The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel or similar.
Day 4
Halifax, Mahone Bay, Lunenberg, Peggy’s Cove
Your day will begin after breakfast with a guided full day tour of Halifax. We will also visit nearby Mahone Bay, Lunenberg, and Peggy’s Cove. Located on Nova Scotia’s spectacular South Shore, Mahone Bay was recently named one of Canada’s top ten most beautiful towns. Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also the home port of the Bluenose II. Your final stop before heading back to Halifax will be Peggy’s Cove, famous for its iconic lighthouse and large rocks worn smooth by the sea. (B)
Overnight at The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel or similar.
Day 5
Grand-Pré National Historic Site and Wine Tasting
Today we will travel west to Grand-Pré National Historic Site, located at the former Acadian village of Grand-Pré. You will have the opportunity to visit its memorial park created to commemorate the deportation of the Acadians, who settled in the area between 1682 and 1755. You will hear powerful Acadian stories through multimedia presentations and engaging displays, and have time to explore the site’s Victorian gardens and memorial church. After free time for lunch ($), we will stop at a local vineyard for a wine tasting. Your evening will be free to enjoy Halifax. (B)
Overnight at The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel or similar.
Day 6
Hopewell Rocks
This morning after breakfast, we will check out of our hotel. After stopping for lunch ($), we will travel around the Bay of Fundy to Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park. Hopewell Rocks is famed for its sea stacks- dramatic flowerpot rock formations caused by tidal erosion. Over thousands of years, the Bay of Fundy’s massive tides have carved and sculpted these rocks into geological masterpieces. You will have the opportunity to explore the beaches at Hopewell Rocks before checking into your hotel in Moncton in the evening. (B)
Overnight at Chateau Moncton Hotel & Suites or similar.
Day 7
Free Day
Today is a free day. Your Travac Tours Director will offer optional excursions ($- TBA) which you can opt to join. (B)
Overnight at Chateau Moncton Hotel & Suites or similar.
Day 8
Magnetic Hill, Shediac, Charlottetown
After breakfast, we will check out of our hotel to make our way to Prince Edward Island. On our way, we will visit Moncton’s Magnetic Hill, a naturally-occurring optical illusion on rising and descending terrain where cars on its road appear to roll uphill. We will then head to the charming beach town of Shediac, also known as the Lobster Capital of the World. We will take in the coastal landscapes of Shediac Bay with a walk along the beach before breaking for lunch (included) at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will continue our drive to Prince Edward Island, making our way across the Confederation Bridge and into Charlottetown. Expect to arrive to the hotel in the late afternoon. (B, L)
Overnight at Rodd Charlottetown or similar.
Day 9
Prince Edward Island
After breakfast this morning, we will meet our local guide for our full-day tour of Prince Edward Island. Your tour will start with an exploration of historic and modern-day Charlottetown before heading into Cavendish, one of the loveliest towns on the island. Affectionately known as “Anne’s Land”, Cavendish is especially revered for its beautiful red sandy beaches, PEI National Park, and of course for inspiring LM Montgomery’s much-beloved Anne of Green Gables novels. We will visit Green Gables Heritage Place, where you can explore the Green Gables estate and its walking trails and learn more about why Anne of Green Gables attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world to the island each year. We will then continue our tour to the beautiful seaside town North Rustico, visit PEI National Park, and make a stop at the PEI Preserve Company. Your evening will be free to explore the warm island hospitality of Charlottetown. (B)
Overnight at Rodd Charlottetown or similar.
Day 10
Return to Ottawa
This morning you will be transferred from your hotel to the Charlottetown Airport for your flights back to Ottawa via Toronto.
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Silver Dart Lodge or similar
Hotel Address
257 Shore RoadBaddeck, NS
B0E 1B0
(902) 295-2340
The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel or similar
Hotel Address
1181 Hollis StHalifax, NS
B3H 2P6
(902) 421-1000
Chateau Moncton Hotel & Suites or similar
Hotel Address
100 Main StMoncton, NB
E1C 1N6
(506) 870-4444
Rodd Charlottetown or similar
Hotel Address
75 Kent StCharlottetown, PEI
C1A 1N1
(902) 894-7371
Ontario- Lanark County: Christmas in the Valley
November 27-28, 2025
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Pakenham, Almonte, and Perth
This morning, we will depart Carlingwood Mall for our journey to Lanark County. Our first stop will be in the charming town of Pakenham. We will visit the historic Pakenham Bridge, a stone bridge with five arches that crosses the rapids on the Mississippi River and is the only one of its kind in North America. Built by Scottish stone masons at the beginning of the 20th century for horse and carriage use, the bridge was fully restored to its original state in 1984 and is now a treasured local landmark. We will then make our way to St Peter Celestine Roman Catholic Church, one of the most architecturally impressive churches in rural Canada. Built in 1892, the exterior takes inspiration from the 17th century stone churches of southern France and rural Quebec. Its incredibly preserved interior decoration is considered one of only three churches in Canada built in Classic Italianate style. After learning about the history and architecture of the church, we will make a stop at 1840s General Store & Bakery, a bakery dedicated to preserving local recipes passed down over generations. Its gift shop offers an eclectic mix of locally handcrafted items, antiques, and keepsakes that pay homage to the 1800s era. We will also visit local favourite Keeper’s Coffee Bar, a coffee and gift shop selling artisan products produced in Lanark County, before making our way to Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm. Voted one of Ottawa’s best winter attractions and often featured in Hallmark Christmas movies, the farm boasts rolling hills and stunning vistas, offers tractor-pulled wagon rides, and is home to a beautiful timber frame shop selling a variety of Christmas and winter products.
After our time at the farm, we will make our way to the lovely town of Almonte. We will explore Mill Street’s unique boutiques and historic architecture as well as the town’s Hallmark Christmas movie shooting locations before breaking for free time for lunch ($) and Christmas shopping. We will then visit Almonte’s Old Town Hall before a tour to the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, where we will learn about the textile history of the region, visit the exhibitions, and receive a spinning and weaving demonstration.
After an enjoyable day, we will make our way to Perth and check in to The Best Western Perth Parkside Inn overlooking Stewart Park. Enjoy your included dinner before relaxing in the peace and quiet of your hotel room. (D)
Day 2
Perth, Smith’s Falls, and Carleton Place
After breakfast and check out at the hotel, we will begin our day with a walking tour of Perth. Voted the prettiest town in Ontario, we will explore many local attractions that make Perth special such as Perth Pies Co, Crystal Palace, Mammoth Cheese and the Perth Library. After free time for Christmas shopping, we will continue on to the Perth Brewery, where you can sample one of their many renowned craft beers.
From Perth we will head to Smith’s Falls, where we will visit Gemmell’s Garden Centre, a destination garden centre and greenhouse, to explore their seasonal botanical offerings. We will then make a stop at Hendry’s Christmas Tree Farm where you will have the opportunity to explore the farm and their indulge in their baked goods, homemade jellies, and Christmas products.
Our next stop will be Carleton Place, where we will break for free time for lunch ($) and shopping in the historic town centre. We will then visit the Carleton Place Gallery, a fine art exhibition space featuring work by local and Ottawa-area artists, before heading to the Wool Administration Warehouse– a renowned wool processing facility. Constructed in 1890 of local limestone, this building contained the roundhouse and engine repair shops for the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) until 1939. In 1940, the building was purchased by the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers. Wool arrives here from across the country and is graded before being shipped out in compact bales. It also houses a lovely shop with a variety of wool, alpaca, bamboo, and cotton products.
After our time in Carleton Place, we will head back to Ottawa. Expect to arrive back at Carlingwood Mall in the early evening. (B)
Itinerary and hotel subject to change.
Hotel Information
Hotel Best Western Plus Perth Parkside Inn & Spa or similar
Hotel Address
82 Peter StPerth, Ontario
K7H 1S2
(613) 326-0082
Ontario- Lanark County: Discovering Your Backyard- An Historical & Foodie Tour
September 10-11, 2025
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Almonte and Perth
This morning we will depart Westgate Shopping Centre for our journey to Lanark County. We will begin with a visit to the Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory. This conservatory maintains an eco-friendly tropical greenhouse and indoor botanical garden oasis year-round.
Next we will visit the charming town of Almonte in Mississippi Mills. Your Travac Tours Director will bring you to Equator Coffee, award-winning Hummingbird Chocolate, and the Vodkow Dairy Distillery, where delicious spirits are created from milk sugar. We will embark on a guided tour of the North Lanark Regional Museum, learning about the Almonte train wreck, the region’s once-thriving textile industry and the workers who helped shape it, as well as the history of Mississippi Mills. We will also explore a variety of regional cultural artifacts, from the pioneer era until present day. We will then visit Almonte’s picturesque downtown core where you will have a chance to explore Mill Street’s unique boutiques and historic architecture and view the town’s Hallmark Christmas movie shooting locations. After free time for lunch ($) and to explore Almonte’s Riverwalk, we will visit the Old Town Hall and several monuments integral to Almonte’s history dedicated to the Almonte Train Wreck of 1942; Dr James Naismith, the inventor of basketball; and Dr Robert Tait McKenzie, distinguished sculptor and physician.
We will then make our way to Perth, voted the prettiest town in Ontario. We will visit Top Shelf Distillers, known for reviving a centuries-old whisky tradition and for their fabulous moonshine and desert liquors. You will have the opportunity to taste their cocktail of the month, tour the facility, and sample a tasting flight of Rideau, Maple and Sherry Cask whiskies.
After an enjoyable day, we will head to The Best Western Perth Parkside Inn overlooking Stewart Park for check in. Enjoy your included dinner before relaxing in the peace and quiet of your hotel room. (D)
Overnight at the Hotel Best Western Plus Perth Parkside Inn & Spa or similar.
Day 2
Perth, Smith Falls, and Carleton Place
After breakfast and check out at the hotel, we will begin our day with a walking tour of Perth. We first explore Stewart Park, learning about Big Ben’s and Ian Miller’s remarkable achievements and important connection to the town. We will then make our way to Codes Mill on the Park, one of Perth’s most significant landmarks and a designated historic site, to see evidence of the skilled craftsmanship of the early stonemasons of Perth. Afterwards we will continue on to the Perth Town Hall, constructed in 1863. We will visit its historic Council Chambers, old courtroom, and original jail cell, learning about the evolution of Perth’s local government and how the town hall has shaped the town’s civic life for over 160 years. Finally, we will visit Perth Pies Co., Crystal Palace, Mammoth Cheese and the Perth Library before departing Perth for Smiths Falls. On our way we will pass The Old Perth Shoe Factory and Last Duel Park, where the last fatal duel in Canada was played out in 1833.
Upon our arrival in Smith Falls, we have a guided tour of the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario, a National Historic Site dedicated to preserving the history of the railway. Departing Smith’s Falls, we will pass by the lock system on the Rideau Canal as well as the former Hershey Factory on our way to Carleton Place. Upon arrival, there will be free time for lunch ($) before we embark on a guided tour of the Carleton Place Town Hall, built in the Richardson Romanesque style of architecture popular in North America in the latter quarter of the nineteenth century. We will continue our walking tour past Moore House, a log cabin formerly owned by one of the first settlers in the area and one of the oldest remaining buildings in Carleton Place. We will then visit the Carleton Place Gallery, a fine art exhibition space featuring work by local and Ottawa-area artists, before heading to the Wool Administration Warehouse– a renowned wool processing facility. Constructed in 1890 of local limestone, this building contained the roundhouse and engine repair shops for the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) until 1939. In 1940, the building was purchased by the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers. Wool arrives here from across the country and is graded before being shipped out in compact bales. It also houses a lovely shop with a variety of wool, alpaca, bamboo, and cotton products.
Our final stop of the day will be at the legendary Carp Custom Creamery for handcrafted ice cream made from local ingredients. After a sweet treat to round off the tour, we will head back to Ottawa. Expect to arrive in the early evening. (B)
Itinerary and hotel subject to change.
Hotel Information
Hotel Best Western Plus Perth Parkside Inn & Spa or similar
Hotel Address
82 Peter StPerth, ON
K7H 1S2
(613) 326-0082