Highlights
Experience nature in all its finest glory on this trip which can be as energetic or relaxed as you like. The trip combines the cosmopolitan city of Toronto, with live sports, fine cuisine and vibrant waterfront with the pristine wilderness and magnificent landscapes of the Blue Mountains, Killarney and Algonquin Provincial Parks. The route includes the magnificent Niagara Falls, the winelands, and a unique opportunity to interact with First Nations people on Manitoulin Island.
• Explore vibrant Toronto, with live sports, music, and a great restaurant scene
• Lunch at one of Niagara’s wineries, and visit the magnificent Falls
• Canoe, kayak or SUP in the stunning Blue Mountains
• Discover shipwrecks at Tobermory
• Paddle ancient canoe routes or take a guided walking tour with First National people, learning about medicinal plants and hearing tales of old;
• Take to hiking trails in Killarney Provincial park, home to moose, black bears, beavers and deer
• Enjoy the stillness and peace of Algonquin Provincial Park – or canoe, kayak, hike or cycle lakes and trails.
• Watch as night falls and the skies become full of incredible constellations in this pollution free environment.
Itinerary
Below is a suggested itinerary for self-drive trip in glorious Ontario, however, please get in touch as we can arrange completely bespoke itineraries based on your exact requirements.
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Days 1-3: Toronto
Toronto is absolutely buzzing with life. Rocket-ride up the CN Tower and explore the Waterfront, packed with restaurants, theatres, galleries, stores and parklands. Catch the ferry to the Toronto Islands, catch a baseball or hockey game, or take a heritage walking tour. There aren't enough hours in the day!
Day 4: Niagara
Explore nearby Niagara Falls: feel the mist on the Hornblower Cruise, and don a poncho to get up close with Journey Behind the Falls. There is also a whirlpool jet boat tour or a helicopter ride for a full panoramic view of this natural wonder.
Day 6-7: Blue Mountains
A summer playground and winter ski resort: hiking, biking, cycling, caving and golfing are all the agenda here. Take a Segway tour or ride the gondola for panoramic views of the resort.
Days 9-10: Manitoulin Island
Manitoulin Island - a magical and remote place notable for its First Nations Community. Take a tour with members of the First Nations Community: paddle ancient canoe routes of the Anishnaabe people, learning about medicinal plants and take a guided hike to sample teas from foraged ingredients.
Day 11-13: Ottawa
Head for Parliament Hill, take a cruise on the Rideau Canal, learn about 20,000 years of human history at the high tech, must-see Canadian Museum of History, and learn about Canada’s Mounties at their national training centre.
Photo credits: Destination Toronto, Ontario Tourism
Cost and pricing
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