Portugal & Spain

Santorini, Greece

Prague, Czech Republic

Îles de la Madeleine

Malta

Quebec City

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The Train Experience to Nova Scotia and Cape Breton

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.  Learn more here!

Québec City

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.  Learn more about our Québec summer escapes here!

Niagara Falls

Join Travac for an exciting 4 day, 3 night adventure to beautiful Niagara Falls, Ontario!  Discover the historic charm of Niagara-on-the Lake, a 19th-century village in the heart of Ontario Wine Country, and to take in the many attractions of Niagara Falls, from its boat tours to botanical gardens.  Learn more here!

Grand Rail Tour of Switzerland

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.  Learn more about this adventure here!

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest

Travac’s passage to Berlin, Prague, Vienna and Budapest is a journey into the very cultural centre of Europe!  Our pilgrimage will be filled with the charm and vibrancy of the Danube valley as each city we visit will offer you a different cultural insight and experience, from Vienna with its Opera Houses and fine arts museums to the bridges and bastions of Budapest.  Join us on this unforgettable tour as we follow a trail through the Imperial Cities venture into the heart of Europe!

Croatia- new date added!

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. The magnetism of modern Croatia is found on the Adriatic coast with its beautiful beaches, secluded bays, lakes, incredible mountain peaks, fantastic cuisine and prized wines and spirits. Travac has crafted the perfect holiday for you beginning in Zagreb, venturing into the Croatian Riviera, through Plitvice Lakes National Park and finally into Dubrovnik and Split.  Learn more about this fabulous holiday here!

On the Trail of Louise Penny

Award-winning Canadian author Louise Penny has captivated the world with her compelling mystery novels set primarily in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. Her wildly popular books from the Three Pines series have consistently topped the New York Times bestseller lists and have been translated into 29 languages, selling more than 10 million copies worldwide. Travac’s special three-day excursion will take you into the heart of the Eastern Townships and to the locations that have been immortalized by Penny and her brilliantly fashioned characters. Join us as we uncover the important settings that make Penny’s novels so endearing and the secrets behind them!

Madrid, Mallorca, and Barcelona

Travac wants you to enjoy the magic of Spain this fall with a 14-day holiday across 3 cultural centres: Mallorca, Barcelona and Madrid. Visit amazing World Heritage sites, enjoy delicious food, and discover stunning landscapes as you delve into the culture, history, and vibrant charm of these incredible regions.  Learn more about this spectacular tour here!

Îles de la Madeleine & Prince Edward Island

Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine are a green archipelago surrounded by white-sand beaches and red cliffs. Each island is unique in its stunning scenery, cultural heritage, and even distinctive ways of speaking. Paired with a sojourn on PEI, this perfect September escape will leave you inspired by the warmth, beauty, and hospitality of these gorgeous Acadian and Maritime islands.  Learn more here!

Shaw Festival

Travac Tours is pleased to announce that it will be offering another exceptional program this year at the Shaw Festival. This trip includes 3 days and 2 nights in Niagara, round trip transportation by deluxe chartered coach, 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts,  orchestra seating for extraordinary plays and the services of a Travac Tours Director. Please click on the links below to learn about the plays offered by date:

June 18-20

September 3-5

September 16-18

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Whether you’re looking for a quick day trip, a fully escorted tour or a winter long stay we can get you there.  And it doesn’t stop there – we have dozens of Canadian tours, American tours, International tours, and cruises where we take care of all of the details for you. You can also check out the new tours we’ve just added.

Hotel Ratings

Please note that every country employs independent regulations for their hotel rating systems. The rating of each hotel is based on each country’s independent criteria, and are not rated by Travac Tours.

Star ratings are not based on your room or meals. Ratings, as per industry standards, are based on the amenities the hotel offers.

Canadian standards are higher than those of many other countries. For example, where a hotel rates a 4* at European standards, it could be considered a 3* by Canadian standards.

All hotel links on our website come directly from each hotel. Please give our office a call should you have questions regarding hotels and hotel ratings on a tour you are looking to book

Travac’s Private Motorcoach Guidelines

Travac Tours prides itself on maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for all our clients, the motorcoach driver, the Travac Tours Director and our local step-on guides.

Our guidelines are for our private coaches only and include:

  • 100% Scent Free Motorcoach (NO exceptions). Your Tour Director will advise you if there are other allergens
  • Daily self-seat rotation (the front seat can only be taken once throughout the tour – no exceptions)
  • Punctuality
  • Safe and respectful behavior
  • Attention to local guide and Tour Director commentary
  • Consideration of fellow travelers (seat reclining, parcel management)
  • For safety reasons, no standing in the aisle when coach is moving, no items in aisle at any time
  • If you experience cold or flu-like symptoms, please be considerate of others and wear a mask while on our private coaches
  • Consumption of alcohol onboard a motor coach is illegal

Travac Tours reserves the right to remove any clients from a tour if these guidelines are not followed. Refunds or future credits will not be issued for failure to comply with our guidelines. We appreciate and expect your cooperation.

Safe Travels

Travac Tours is delighted to announce it has been awarded the #SafeTravels Stamp. The Safe Travels Stamp is an international symbol designed to allow travellers to recognize governments and companies around the world, which have adopted health and hygiene, standardized protocols – so consumers can experience ‘Safe Travels’.

From TIAO President & CEO, Beth Potter: “We are delighted to confirm Travac Tours has been awarded the #SafeTravels Stamp. Across Canada, tourism businesses big and small are doing all they can to offer Canadians the perfect vacation. More and more Canadians are looking closer to home to escape from the challenges of and rediscovering their own provinces.

When they see the ‘Safe Travels Stamp’ has been awarded to the destination or hotel they’re planning to visit they will know that they are upholding the highest standards of health and safety and demonstrating they are adhering to the global health protocols issued by the WTTC.”

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613.728.1934 or 800.267.9919

Travac was established in 1973 in Ottawa, Ontario. As an independent agency, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with high quality tours and travel arrangements at an excellent value. We have earned a reputation in the travel industry for providing uncompromising attention to detail for our customers. We hand select all of the components of our tours - the deluxe coaches, downtown hotels, local guides and tour escort - so you can rest assured that your holiday will be worry-free from start to finish.

Travac Tours offers tours throughout North America and Europe as well as specialty tours around the world. Our tours are designed to offer you the very best of the destination that you are visiting. We use licensed professional local guides whose mandate is to help you discover all the treasures that are part of their local fabric. We also mandate plenty of free time to allow you to independently explore and pursue your own particular interests. Our Tour Directors will make you aware of current activities, special events or festivals which may be of interest to you.

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