Ontario- Pelee Island and Windsor Getaway
September 25-28, 2023
A passage to Pelee Island and Windsor Essex is an excellent getaway. The climate of the Lake Erie Islands Archipelago boasts the highest heat units in the country and the longest frost-free season in Ontario. This helps make the flora and fauna of Pelee Island rather unique.
There are many facets to Travac’s marvelous getaway. You’ll enjoy a Rum Runners tour that lets you understand the nefarious lifestyle of Windsor during the 1920’s. During your adventure you’ll experience Pelee Island through the eyes of a local professional guide, visit a local winery and enjoy tasting. You’ll also stop at Willistead Manor House once the residence of Edward Walker, the second son of Hiram Walker, one of the principle icons of the spirits industry during its formative years.
Your holiday includes round trip transportation on a deluxe chartered coach, 3 night’s accommodation, 2 lunches, a full sightseeing program and the services of a Travac Tours Director. Early booking is your best guarantee of obtain space on this fabulous getaway!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Leamington
Early this morning you depart Ottawa for Leamington. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.
Day 2
Pelee Island Adventure
After breakfast, we will make our way to Pelee Island by ferry. As your journey begins to Pelee Island, the ferry slowly leaves the mainland and drifts into the horizon on the warm waters of Lake Erie. During this 90-minute crossing, take this time to relax and chat with your travelling companions on the ferry’s open air upper deck.
Pelee Island’s magical charm has been coined the Canadian Caribbean. With summer temperatures that mimic the famed Bordeaux region of France, Pelee Island is a winemaker’s paradise, though you needn’t love wine to love your time on the island. Sand beaches dot the shoreline, and trails criss-cross the island, while rare species of birds soar over it all.
Your first stop will be at a local winery. Here you will enjoy both a tasting and a tour of the facility. Lunch is also included at the facility. Your afternoon will be spent exploring the island under the guidance of a local tour professional. Once we have arrived back on the mainland, we will make our way to Windsor. Your evening will be free.
Day 3
The Rum Runners Tour
This morning you will be met by “The Rum Runners Tour” acting troupe. The group will take you on a journey through prohibition of the 1920s and 30s in Windsor. This tour includes visits to MacKenzie Hall and Bedford United Church, after your lunch and Rum Runner’s show you’ll be of to Willistead Manor House for a visit. Your evening will again be free.
Day 4
After breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Ottawa. You can expect to arrive in the early evening.
Hotel Information
Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel & Conference Centre
Hotel Address
566 Bevel Line Road Rural Route 1Leamington, ON
N8H 3V4
(519) 326-8646
Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront
Hotel Address
33 Riverside Drive EastWindsor , ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774
Philadelphia and Washington, D.C: The Old and New Capitals
Philadelphia and Washington are yours to discover with Travac this September!
Our first stop will take you to Philadelphia, the country’s first World Heritage City and the birthplace of the United States. This is where the founding fathers met, discussed and debated how a new union could be formed. Many of the important sites from this time have been preserved and will capture your attention. Of course, Philadelphia is so much more. You will have a chance to visit world class museums, shop in unique stores or enjoy the fabulous cuisine that is totally unique to Philadelphia.
From Philadelphia we will then travel to Washington.
While in Washington your tour with a local guide will make stops at many of the Memorials that Washington is best known for, including Capitol Hill. We will drive through various neighbourhoods, past Embassy Row, the Washington National Cathedral, as well as the famous National Mall which encompasses 11 of the Smithsonian Museums and Galleries. In your spare time, visit any of the 17 FREE Smithsonian Institutes like the National Air and Space Museum, the American Art Museum, and the National Museum of Natural History, just to name a few. Your Travac Tours Director will offer option excursions.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning you will depart by private motorcoach from Westgate Shopping Centre (no parking) on your journey to Philadelphia. Two washroom stops and one lunch stop will be made en route. Your evening free to enjoy dinner and relax.
Overnight – Warwick Rittenhouse Square, downtown Philadelphia
Day 2
At 8:30am a local guide will take you on a guided half-day tour of the city. Your afternoon is free to explore the many museums, shops and attractions. Your Travac Tours Director will have an optional tour for you this afternoon ($).
Overnight – Warwick Rittenhouse Square, downtown Philadelphia
Day 3
We will depart this morning after breakfast for our 3.5 hour drive to Washington. Time for lunch on your own, followed by a 4 hour city tour with a local guide. You will have a chance to see all the capital’s famous attractions, including Capitol Hill, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, FDR Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Embassy Row and the Canadian Embassy. This tour will also familiarize you with the city and its neighbourhoods to make your stay more enjoyable. After the city tour, you will have time to explore and enjoy Washington on your own. (B) Optional Tours will be offered ($).
Overnight – The Hamilton Hotel – downtown Washington
Day 4
Today is a free day. It is the best time of year to visit the prestigious Smithsonian Institute, there are virtually no school groups which makes it a breeze to enter the many museums. This collection of museums and galleries, scattered along the beautiful National Mall, is home to some of the world’s most intriguing exhibits and impressive collections. You can explore the American History Museum, the National Air and Space Museum, the National Portrait Gallery, and many more institutions along the one mile stretch of the Mall. Best of all, admission to all the Smithsonian’s museums is free! A shuttle service to the Smithsonian will be offered. Please note that most museums open at 10:00am. Optional Tours will be offered ($).
Overnight – The Hamilton Hotel – downtown Washington
Day 5
Today you will have a free day to explore Washington on your own. You may wish to return to the Smithsonian, visit some of the various monuments or explore some of Washington’s neighbourhoods. Optional tours will be offered ($).
Again, we will offer a shuttle service to the Smithsonian. Please note that most museums open at 10:00am.
Overnight – The Hamilton Hotel – downtown Washington
Day 6
This morning the bus departs Washington for Ottawa. A lunch stop and 2 washroom stops will be made on route. Expect to arrive at the Westgate Shopping Centre at 7:00pm. (B)
Itinerary subject to change.
Hotel Information
Warwick Rittenhouse Square
Hotel Address
220 S 17th StPhiladelphia, PA
19103
+1 215-735-6000
Hamilton Hotel D.C.
Hotel Address
1001 14th St NWWashington, D.C.
20005
+1 202-682-0111
Boston
October 29- November 1, 2025
Boston is a city that preserves the historical tradition of colonial times while maintaining a lively and modern ambience. For almost four hundred years Boston has stood as the cultural hub of New England welcoming visitors from around the world with its distinctive architecture, elegant parks and legendary attractions.
While in Boston, you will experience the elegance of the Hilton Boston Park Plaza, optimally located close to shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The Hilton is also within a comfortable walking distance to many popular landmarks.
A knowledgeable, local tour guide will accompany you on a narrated tour of the city where you will receive little-known facts about John F. Kennedy. You’ll travel down the old-world Freedom Trail with stops at Boston’s favourite historical landmarks. You’ll continue your tour with visits to Back Bay, the Public Gardens, Beacon Hill and old Ironsides, the oldest ship in the U.S. Navy.
Travac’s Boston holiday includes round trip transportation via a comfortable chartered coach, accommodation in downtown Boston, a narrated city tour highlighting JFK, a visit to the John F. Kennedy Museum and the services of a knowledgeable Travac Tours Director.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join Travac’s exciting Boston tour.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning you will depart Westgate Shopping Centre. A lunch stop will be made en-route. In the late afternoon you arrive at your hotel in Boston’s Back Bay.
Your hotel for the next three nights: Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Day 2
This morning enjoy an included half day city tour of Boston. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you will see most of the city’s famous sights and end with a short walking tour through the historic North End. The tour will end at Faneuil Hall Marketplace where you can grab lunch ($) and check out the local shops. Your Tour Director will advise what time to meet the coach. From here enjoy a relaxing ride to the JFK Museum and Library. Admission is included and your Tour Director will advise when to rejoin the coach to return to the hotel.
Day 3
Today is at your leisure to enjoy Boston. Your hotel’s concierge and Travac Tour Director will be happy to provide suggestions.
Optional Tour ($) – Salem, Massachusetts.
Day 4
Your Tour Director will advise what time to meet the coach for your return to Ottawa today. There will be rest stops and a lunch ($) stop made on route. Expected arrival is late evening.
Itinerary and hotel subject to change.
Italy- The Italian Riviera, Tuscany and Florence
October 9-23, 2025
Very few regions of the world evoke the same romantic images as do the Italian Riviera, Tuscany and Florence. Italy is a gift to the senses and a foodie’s dream vacation. Join Travac Tours for a 15 day, 13-night holiday to this incredibly beautiful part of Northern Italy renowned for art, culture, and cuisine.
You will start your holiday in The Italian Riviera and Cinque Terre. The Italian Riviera, synonymous with Italy’s Liguria region, is a crescent-shaped strip of Mediterranean coastline spanning between the south of France and Tuscany. It is defined by its rugged cliffs, turquoise coves, pastel seaside towns, colourful fishing villages as well as resort areas such as Portofino.
On to Tuscany to experience all that this province of Italy is world famous for. You’ll see picturesque medieval cities with their signature skylines of bell towers. Each day in Tuscany will offer spectacular rolling landscapes blanketed in grapevines and olive groves. You will enjoy lunch and a chance to sample recent vintages at a local winery after your tour with the vintner. This will surely be a highlight of your trip. Complete your visit of Tuscany with a trip to Pisa, famous for its leaning tower and inspirational cathedral.
From Tuscany, you will travel to Florence. This city was the cradle of the Renaissance and once the most powerful city in Europe. Florence holds world-class art collections that rival any city such as the Uffizi Museum and of course Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia. To properly experience Florence our Italian guide will take you on a walking tour through its ancient streets and piazzas.
Travac’s tour to Italy includes round-trip flights from Ottawa, ground transportation, 13 nights’ accommodation and day trips throughout your holiday. This holiday is fully escorted by an experienced Travac Tours director whose first priority is your satisfaction.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This afternoon you will depart on your overnight flights from Ottawa to Florence. You will be served a dinner and a continental breakfast on board your overnight flights.
Day 2
Upon arrival, you will meet your Travac Tours Director in the baggage claim area and then be transferred to your hotel. A welcome dinner is included tonight. Monterosso al Mare is a picturesque town in the province of La Spezia on the Italian Riviera that is part of the region of Liguria. It is one of the five villages in Cinque Terre. The area is known for its natural beauty and unbelievable vistas. (D)
Overnight in Monterosso 5 nights at Hotel Palme (or similar).
Day 3
Monterosso
This morning you will embark on a full day tour of Monterosso and some of the villages that make up Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera. Your local guide will take you through the villages of Vernazza and Manarola. Transportation for this tour will be by train and ferry (weather permitting). (B)
Day 4
Monterosso
Your day is free to rest and enjoy Monterosso. The city has one of the nicest beaches in Cinque Terre. Your tour host will offer some options for your free time. (B)
Day 5
Monterosso
This morning you will embark on a full day tour of more villages that make up Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera. Your local guide will take you through the villages of Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino, and Rapallo. Transportation for this tour will be by train and ferry (weather permitting). (B)
Day 6
Monterosso
Your day is free to enjoy the area. Spend your day in Monterosso or visit one of the nearby villages on your own by train or ferry. Your tour host will offer some options for your free time. (B)
Day 7
Siena
This morning we depart Monterosso for Siena. The drive from Monterosso to Siena is approximately 2 1/2 hours. We will make a stop enroute for lunch. Upon arrival we will embark on a 2-hour walking tour of Siena with a local guide to experience the history of this medieval city. (B)
Overnight in Siena 4 nights at NH Siena (or similar)
Day 8
Siena
Today we will explore the wineries and olive groves of Tuscany. You will have a chance to visit one of the region’s noted wineries (more details to follow). Lunch and tasting is included. (B, L)
Day 9
Siena
After breakfast we’ll embark on a full day tour of Tuscany with an included lunch at a local cheese factory. Tuscany is renowned for its history and art, its evocative landscape, and, perhaps most notably, its food and drink. Our tour will encompass eastern and central Tuscany. We’ll visit Cortona, with its spectacular hillside views and Montepulciano, known for its Renaissance palazzo. (B, L)
Day 10
Siena
Once a regional capital that challenged Florence’s power, Siena might be Italy’s prettiest medieval town. Its old alleys and its town square, the Piazza del Campo, possess a unique charm that captivates visitors to this historic town. Take the day to explore the sights of Siena on your own. (B)
Day 11
Florence
After breakfast, we depart Siena for Florence – the drive is approx. 2 hours. Once we arrive in Florence, we will meet our local guide at the hotel for a 2-hour walking tour of Florence. Our tour of Florence will encompass many of the city’s churches, monuments, and squares. Florence first began life as a Roman colony in 59 BC and has been ruled by some of the most notable Italian families. The most famous of these – the Medici family. During this time, Florence was the cultural and intellectual heart of Europe. Artists, architects, and sculptors flocked to the city and their work is still evident in the city’s fabric. (B)
Overnight in Florence 4 nights at Hotel Adriatico (or similar).
Day 12
Today we explore the western region of Tuscany. Our full day tour will highlight the city of Pisa. In its early days Pisa was famous for its powerful Navy, which had trade links to Spain and North Africa. We’ll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, (admission into Tower not included) one of Italy’s best-known icons. Other stops on today’s tour will include Lucca, a Roman town dating back to 180 BC the birthplace of Giacomo Puccini and Leonardo da Vinci. (B)
Day 13
Today is free to explore Florence at your leisure. You might also consider walking through the eastern part of the city, which still retains a distinctly old-world Italian atmosphere. You may wish to visit the Gallerie dell’Accademia or The Academy of Fine Arts, where you can see Michelangelo’s David. A must-see is the richly decorated Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore. The church’s dome, built by the famous architect Brunelleschi, was the largest and most impressive such construction of its time. (B)
Day 14
Today is another free day in Florence. Enjoy all the museums, shops and cafes Florence has to offer. Your Travac Tours Director can help you with ideas for sightseeing today. Tonight is our farewell dinner. (B, D)
Day 15
Today we depart for our return flights to Ottawa. Details will be provided by the Travac Tours office. (B)
Itinerary and hotels subject to change.
*Please note that a visit to Italy 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 – comfortable walking shoes are essential.*
Hotel Information
Hotel Palme
Hotel Address
Via IV Novembre, 5Monterosso, Italy
19016
0187829013
Hotel NH Siena
Hotel Address
Piazza La Lizza. 53100Siena, Italy
53100
+39 0577 382111
Hotel Adriactico
Hotel Address
Via Maso Finiguerra, 9, 50123Florence, Italy
50129
+39 055 27931
Cape Cod
June 1-5, 2025
September 10-14, 2025
September 27- October 1, 2025
Cape Cod is of course unique. Its windswept beaches provide vacationers with an endless panorama of the Atlantic Ocean. Its colonial past has left this peninsula with a legacy of beautiful gabled roofed and wood framed villages.
Travac Tours wants to take you to Cape Cod this summer for a 5-day, 4-night escape to one of America’s favourite seaside playgrounds. Your hotel in Cape Cod is Fairfield By Marriott Cape Cod in Hyannis. The hotel is a short walking distance to the quaint shops, boutiques, and eateries of Hyannis. To fully appreciate the history and culture of this special region, knowledgeable local guides will shepherd you through its local attractions. You will also have a chance to visit the legendary island of Martha’s Vineyard. Fishing was once the mainstay of this island, but it has become a summer retreat for the rich and famous including many of the Kennedy clan.
In all, your Cape Cod getaway includes round trip transportation via a comfortable chartered coach, 4 night’s accommodation, guided tours, 4 breakfasts and the services of a Travac Tours director. Indulge yourself in a well needed retreat where the past and the present meet in harmony and offers visitors a truly friendly New England experience. Book early for this unforgettable holiday! Space always sells out quickly.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning you will depart Westgate Shopping Centre. A lunch stop will be made en-route. In the late afternoon you arrive at your hotel in Hyannis.
Day 2
After breakfast, you will depart your hotel for a tour of Cape Cod. With the help of a knowledgeable local guide, you will see most of the peninsula’s famous sights – its gabled roofed houses, quaint seaside villages and warm water beaches. You will have part of your afternoon to explore the village of Hyannis. (B)
Day 3
Your adventure today will take you to Martha’s Vineyard. Located south of Cape Cod, “the Vineyard” was a retreat for wealthy whalers from Boston during the 19th century. Today it is a favorite island of many of New England’s wealthiest families and it is home to many lavish mansions. While in Martha’s Vineyard you will visit Edgartown and have time to shop in many of its one-of-a-kind boutiques. (B)
Day 4
Today is at your leisure, with the option to spend the afternoon in Provincetown. Or spend the day exploring Hyannis at your leisure. (B)
Day 5
Following breakfast, we will depart Hyannis for Ottawa. A lunch stop will be made en-route. Expect to arrive in Ottawa in the evening. (B)
Itinerary subject to change.
Hotel Information
Fairfield By Marriott Cape Cod Hyannis
Hotel Address
867 Iyannough RdHyannis, MA
02601
(508) 771 6100
Ontario- Wineries of Ontario
June 18-23, 2023
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning you depart in your private motor coach from Ottawa for Prince Edward County. Once arrived you will have time to visit the village of Bloomfield for shopping and lunch ($) independently. After lunch we will be stopping at three local wineries. Early evening, we will check into our hotel for the night. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.
Overnight- Picton Harbor Inn
Day 2
After breakfast we will board the motor coach and make our way to Windsor. On the way we will make a rest stop for lunch ($) and restrooms. Upon arrival in Windsor, we will check into our hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings and the hotel’s amenities.
Overnight- Holiday Inn Express – Windsor
Day 3
After breakfast, we will make our way to Pelee Island by ferry. Your first stop will be at a local winery. Here you will enjoy both a tasting and a tour of the facility. Lunch is also included at the facility. Your afternoon will be spent exploring the island under the guidance of a local tour professional. Your evening will be free.
Overnight- Holiday Inn Express – Windsor
Day 4
This morning we will check out of the hotel. Before we depart Windsor, we will be met by “The Rum Runners Tour” acting troupe. The group will take you on a journey through prohibition of the 1920s and 30s in Windsor. After lunch ($) we will make our way to Niagara Falls – your home for the next 2 nights. The remainder of the evening is free to explore your surroundings.
Overnight – Hilton Fallsview Niagara
Day 5
After breakfast we will embark on a wine tour of the Niagara Region with 3 wine tasting, and a winery lunch.
Evening is free to explore all that Niagara Falls has to offer.
Overnight – Hilton Fallsview Niagara
Day 6
We will depart late morning with a lunch and restroom stop enroute to Ottawa.
Arrival time in Ottawa will be before dinner time.
Itinerary subject to change.
Hotel Information
The Picton Harbour Inn
Hotel Address
33 Bridge StreetPicton, ON
K0K 2T0
613-476-2186
Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront
Hotel Address
33 Riverside Drive EastWindsor, ON
N9A 2S4
(519) 258-7774
Hilton Niagara Falls
Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview BlvdNiagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
1 888 370 0325
Ontario- Wineries of Niagara
May 22-24, 2023
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart by private motor coach from Westgate Shopping Centre. On route to Niagara will be a pit stop and lunch break ($). As we enter Niagara, we will be going through the escarpment region which is home to many forests, farms, wetlands, cliffs, and historic sites. The escarpment region also hosts one of Ontario’s most diverse ecosystems. While in the region we will stop at 1 winery for a tasting. Then we will make our way to the Niagara Falls area where you will be staying for the next 2 nights. Spend the rest of your night exploring the hotels amenities and surroundings with free time.
Overnight: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites (or similar).
Day 2
Enjoy a free morning in Niagara before boarding your private motor coach which will be taking you to the picturesque town of Niagara-On-The-Lake. Often called the heart of wine country, this quaint historic town is beloved by locals and visitors alike. We will stop at 1 winery for a tasting before making our way to Queen Street for lunch ($) and shopping. After lunch you will reboard the motor coach and visit 2 more wineries for tasting. After the wineries you will be returned to your hotel, where you can enjoy a free evening in downtown Niagara Falls.
Overnight: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites (or similar).
Day 3
Check out of your hotel mid-morning and reboard the motor coach which will depart for Ottawa. On our way we will stop at 1 winery in the Escarpment area, before continuing to Ottawa. On route a stop will be made for bathrooms and lunch ($). Arrival in Ottawa will be early evening.
Itinerary subject to change.
Hotel Information
Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Hotel Address
6361 Fallsview BlvdNiagara Falls, ON
L2G 3V9
(905) 354-7887
Portugal- The Algarve 3 Week Stay in Alvor
Winter 2024 dates coming soon!
Experience a fabulous stay overlooking the beach in the beautiful Algarve region of Portugal, with 2 meals per day included!
The Pestana D. João II is a is a 4-star hotel overlooking sandy Alvor beach with calm, crystal clear waters. It is only 10 minutes on foot (or a 5 minute drive) from the town centre, and very close to the Alvor river. The hotel won TripAdvisor’s “travellers choice” award for 2022 and offers 2 outdoor saltwater swimming pools surrounded by lush and peaceful gardens, use of the gym, and a spa with an indoor swimming pool, Turkish bath and sauna where you can schedule a Magic Spa massage ($). All rooms have free Wi-Fi and TVs and offer a balcony with either side or front views of the sea.
Your worry-free vacation includes return flights and airport transfers, accommodation at the highly rated Pestana D. João II, and two meals per day. Join us to discover the best of the Algarve’s mild climate and cultural diversity. This holiday is a fantastic alternative to many of the semi-inclusive holidays you’ll find in Florida or the Carribbean.
There is limited space on this vacation- book now to avoid disappointment!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Canada
Departure from Westgate Mall to Montreal via private coach. You will arrive to Dorval, Montreal 3 hours prior to your flight time. You will fly with Air Transat from Montreal to Lisbon. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight/time details.
Day 2-21
Alvor
Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel in the Algarve via private motorcoach. Driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Your Travac Tours Director/Representative will meet you on arrival in the main reception at the Pestana Dom Joao II. Baggage is not included, so please bring your baggage into reception.
Your stay at the Pestana Dom Joao II includes:
Accommodation as selected.
Breakfast daily (coffee, tea and juices included).
Dinner daily (drinks not included).
With many of the country’s safest and loveliest beaches and a year-round balmy climate, it is not surprising that the Algarve is Portugal’s most popular tourist destination. The 200km coastline of the Algarve features all types of coves, cliffs, caves, and its rocky beaches contrasts beautifully with broad expanses of sand. Optional excursions will be available for purchase locally.
Day 3
Presentation on optional tour offerings
Attend a presentation about optional tour ($) offerings. Your Travac Tours Director will advise of location & time upon arrival in Alvor.
Day 21-23
Lisbon
You will be advised by your Travac Tours Director the time of departure today to Lisbon via private motorcoach. Your Travac Tours Director will get you onboard the coach and say goodbye.
On arrival into Lisbon, you will be met by a local representative for your check in. Your stay for the next 2 nights is at the HF Fenix Lisboa Hotel with breakfast daily. Optional tours ($) will be offered of Lisbon and area.
Day 23
Return to Canada
You will be transferred from your Lisbon hotel to the Lisbon airport (3.5 hours prior to departure time from Lisbon). Your flight today is with Air Transat from Lisbon to Dorval, Montreal. Once you arrive in Montreal you will be met by a Travac representative to transfer you back from Montreal to Ottawa. Our office staff will be happy to give you flight details.
Itinerary subject to change.
Hotel Information
Pestana Dom João II
Hotel Address
R. da Torralta, 8500-088Alvor, Portugal
+351 282 400 700
HF Fénix Lisboa
Hotel Address
Praca Marques de Pombal 8Lisbon, Portugal
1269-133
+351 21 371 6677
Greece & The Splendour Of Its Legendary Islands
Pictured above: Santorini, Greece
May 4-19, 2026
September 27 – October 12, 2026
A 5 star holiday with 5 star hotels!
Greece and its islands have long inspired travelers from around the world. In fact, it has been part of a major trade route (and tourist destination) for some 5000 years since the earliest days of the Bronze Age. Located in south eastern Europe, this country of 11 million people lies at the meeting point of three continents; Europe, Asia and Africa. With its 6000 islands and islets scattered throughout the Aegean Sea, Greece makes a delightful holiday with wonderful opportunities to explore various cultures and changing landscapes.
This 16 day, 14 night fully escorted holiday includes round trip transportation, inter-island transportation by air or sea, 5 nights in Crete, 3 nights in Santorini, 3 nights in Mykonos, 3 nights in Athens, 14 breakfasts and 6 dinners.
Travac includes a sightseeing excursion in Crete, Santorini and Athens.
You will have plenty of time to enjoy the pleasures of the islands on your own. Optional tours will also be available.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Ottawa to Athens
Today late morning, you will meet your Travac Tours Director at the Ottawa airport in preparation for your overnight flight to Athens via Toronto.
Day 2
Athens
Upon your arrival in Athens, you will be transferred by private motor coach to your hotel. For the next 2 nights, you will be staying at the NJV Athens Plaza Hotel or similar.
Day 3
Athens
Your visit in Athens includes a private motorcoach tour of this timeless city with a local guide. While in Athens, you will have the opportunity to experience many of the legendary attractions of this fascinating city including the Acropolis, the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum. Much of Athens can be explored on foot. Your Travac Tours Director or the hotel concierge will be happy to give you directions to the attractions or museums located near the hotel. Overnight at NJV Athens Plaza Hotel or similar (B)
Day 4
Athens to Crete
This morning after breakfast you will be transferred by a private motor coach from your hotel to the airport in Athens in preparation for your flight to Crete (approximately 1 hour). Upon your arrival into Crete, you will be transferred by private motorcoach to your hotel Phāea Cretan Malia or similar, which is your home for the next 5 nights. (B, D)
Day 5-9
Crete
Your stay in Crete includes buffet breakfast and dinner daily. Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. While in Crete you will have a chance to visit and admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, enjoy its impressive mountain landscapes, fertile valleys, steep gorges and explore its glorious beaches. Crete is famous for its rich gastronomic culture. There are plenty of excellent restaurants near your hotel that offer the island’s superb local cuisine. A full day private motor coach tour of Crete is included. Optional tours ($) are available through your Travac Tours Director (paid for locally in Euros). Overnight at hotel Phāea Cretan Malia or similar (B, D)
Day 9
Crete to Santorini
This morning you will be transferred by private motor coach to the high-speed ferry terminal. You will ferry from Crete to Santorini (approximately 2.5 hrs.), then again be transferred to your hotel by private motor coach. Your hotel for the next 3 nights will be Hotel Nous Santorini or similar (B)
Day 10-12
Santorini
While in Santorini, buffet breakfast is included daily. Santorini may well be the most famous island in the world; it is certainly the most popular in Greece. People travel thousands of miles just to appreciate one of its incredible sunsets. There are very few more idyllic islands. It offers beaches, spectacular scenery, great restaurants, an active volcano, and ancient towns of mythical importance. A half day private motor coach tour with a local guide of Santorini is included. Optional tours ($) will also be available through your Travac Tours Director (paid locally in Euros). Overnight at Nous Santorini or similar (B)
Day 12
Santorini to Mykonos
Today you will bid farewell to Santorini and travel by ferry to Mykonos. You will be transferred by private motor coach to the high-speed ferry terminal. You will ferry from Santorini to Mykonos (approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes), then be transferred to your hotel by private motor coach. Your hotel for the next 3 nights in Mykonos is Hotel Saint John or similar. (B)
Day 13-15
Mykonos
While in Mykonos, buffet breakfast is included daily. This island is Greece’s most famous cosmopolitan island. It is known as a whitewashed paradise dotted with windmills in the heart of the Cyclades Islands. According to mythology Mykonos was formed from the petrified bodies of giants killed by Hercules. The island itself is named after the grandson of Apollo “Mykonos”. There are no included tours in Mykonos, but there will be optional tours ($) available to be booked through your Travac Tours Director (paid locally in Euros). Overnight at Hotel Saint John or similar. (B)
Day 15
Mykonos to Athens
Today you will travel to Athens by high-speed ferry (approximately 3 hrs.) and then be transferred by private motor coach to your hotel. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner in Athens. Overnight at NJV Athens Plaza Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 16
Athens to Ottawa
After breakfast you will say goodbye to Greece and be transferred by private motorcoach to the airport for your return flights to Ottawa via Montreal. (B)
Itinerary and flights subject to change.
Hotel Information
Crete - Hotel Phāea Cretan Malia
Hotel Address
Malia 700 07Crete, Greece
+30 2897 031461
Santorini – Hotel NOUS Santorini or similar
Hotel Address
Agios Ioannis - 84600Santorini, Greece
+30 22890 28752
Mykonos: Saint John Hotel or similar
Hotel Address
Agios Ioannis - 84600Mykonos, Greece
+30 22890 28752
NJV Athens Plaza Hotel or similar
Hotel Address
2, Leoforos Vasileos Georgiou, Pl. SintagmatosAthens, Greece
+30 21 0335 2400
Quebec- Christmas Season in Quebec
On December 2nd, Travac Tours wants to take you to Quebec to celebrate the holidays. First you will visit the Eastern Townships to take in some of the small-town Christmas markets. After, you will go to Quebec City to enjoy its famous German Christmas Market, nestled right in the heart of Québec City. While there, we’ll take you to a local sugar shack for the quintessential Quebec dinner. The festive atmosphere throughout will be a truly exceptional experience you don’t want to miss!
Your Quebec holiday includes round trip transportation by deluxe chartered coach, accommodation in the 5* OTL Gouverneur in Sherbrooke and, in the heart of Old Quebec, the 4-star Manoir Victoria (just footsteps from the market), 3 included meals and much more.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
This morning we will depart Westgate Mall for the Eastern Townships. Stops will be made enroute. In the Eastern Townships, your first stop will be at “Bleu Lavande” lavender farm . After lunch in Magog, you will visit Le Cep d’Argent for a wine tasting before heading our hotel, the OTL Gouverneur to check in. The evening will be at your leisure.
Day 2
Today you will have the opportunity to visit a variety of small-town Christmas markets in the Eastern Townships. In the evening you can join the optional dinner in Sherbrooke with an opportunity to visit the Sherbrooke Christmas Market. (B)
Day 3
After breakfast, we will check out of our hotel and make our way to Quebec City to experience the famous German Christmas Market, which will be steps from your hotel. The German Christmas Market is one of the highest regarded festivals of its type in North America. Dinner tonight will be at a Sugar Shack just outside Quebec City, then you’ll be back in time to partake in some of the evening activities at the market. (B, D)
Day 4
Quebec City is in a class by itself when it comes to enjoying the four seasons. You will have the morning to again amble through the streets of Old Quebec. Your tour director will advise of the departure time for Ottawa.
Itinerary subject to change.