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Ottawa Valley

The Ottawa Valley is renowned as the Whitewater Capital of Canada and home to some of the fastest, cleanest and safest rivers in Canada. Created from glacial retreats thousands of years ago, the Valley offers a unique blend of outdoor recreation and historic, small-town charm. It’s a perfect road trip destination.

The region’s expansive network of four-season, multi-use trails cater to a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, paddling, snowmobiling, skiing and snowshoeing. The newest multi-use trail, the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail, stretches for almost 200 kilometres between Arnprior and Deux-Rivières.

Where is the Ottawa Valley?

The Ottawa Valley is situated along the boundary between Eastern Ontario and Quebec, Canada.

From Toronto, drive north for about 4.5 hours to reach Barry’s Bay. The town of Arnprior is located an hour’s drive west of Ottawa. You can also catch the Ontario Northland bus from Ottawa or Sudbury with daily service and stops in Arnprior, Renfrew, Pembroke and Petawawa.

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Things to do in the Ottawa Valley

Tour local breweries, cideries and wineries.

The self-guided Tap and Cork Route tour will introduce you to the Valley’s top breweries, cideries and wineries.

Follow the A.Y. Jackson Trail

The well-worn A.Y. Jackson Trail offers breathtaking sights throughout the Ottawa Valley that the famous Group of Seven member and artist painted during his visits.

Hike to breathtaking lookouts

Hike up the Gun Mountain Loop Trail to Tom’s Lookout for sweeping views of the Madawaska Highlands or bike along the 296-kilometre Ottawa Valley Rail Trail , a former CP rail line.

Explore an ancient cave system

Located near Eganville, Bonnechere Caves is a stunning cave system formed millions of years ago. Come for a tour of intriguing fossils, geological formations and ancient sea creatures.

Lounge on the beach

Soak in the sun at Pine Point Beach in Deep River. Extending along the Ottawa River, this picturesque sandy beach is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing and afternoon strolls.

Go whitewater rafting

Wilderness Tours ’ whitewater rafting excursions guide you through big waves at varying difficulty levels.

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Get inspired

Plan your visit with these experiences and itineraries.

Group of Seven experience route: Ottawa and the Ottawa Valley

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Top amusement parks near Ottawa

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Points of interest

Discover more highlights this destination has to offer.

Bonnechere Caves

Calabogie Brewing Co.

Calabogie Peaks Resort

Calabogie rustic farm, garrison petawawa military museum, maclaren orchards, madawaska valley studio tour, mapleside sugar bush, mcdougall mill museum.

Mountain Creek Golf Course

Nha/nhl birthplace museum, owl rafting on the ottawa river.

Last updated:  March 28, 2024

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• We choose excellent QUALITY accommodations

• We provide local guides in some destinations for INFORMATIVE CITY TOURS

• We offer CONVENIENT PICKUP locations

• We provide transportation aboard DELUXE MODERN MOTORCOACHES with a touch of luxury equipped with a washroom, air-conditioning, video and a PA system

• We stop at DUTY FREE at most US border crossings on US destinations (excluding One Day Tours)

• You will appreciate ONE STOP SHOPPING

TOUR PICKUP LOCATIONS

Multi day tours.

Complimentary Out-of-Town Pickups are available from:

Chalk River | Deep River | Petawawa

Pembroke | Cobden | Renfrew | Arnprior

Carleton Place | Kemptville | Smiths Falls

Brockville | Kingston | Cornwall | Prescott

Morrisburg | Gananoque | Belleville

Napanee | Port Hope | Along Hwy 401 East and West | 1000 Islands Bridge | Montreal (Subject to Routing)

• Farm Credit Building

• Giant Tiger, 1021 St. Laurent Blvd. & Donald Street

• College Square, Woodroffe & Baseline Road

Barrhaven (subject to routing)

• McEwens Gas Station, Fallowfield & Moodie Drive

• Hazeldean Mall, 300 Eagleson Road

ONE DAY TOURS

• Casselman, Farm Credit Building

• Merivale Mall, infront of the Marshall’s Entrance to the mall

There is no reserved parking at any of the pickup locations. Parking is at your own risk.

Touring in luxury & comfort with our #1 official coach supplier.

All Overnight Tours Include:

Transportation aboard deluxe Motorcoach Accommodations

Services of an Ottawa Valley Tours director

Priced in Canadian Dollars

Members of:

A valid passport is required on all USA destinations

One Day Tours

Let us provide an escape from your daily routine. Join us as we discover the “Flavour” of the Ottawa Valley and surrounding areas. A day “you deserve.”

COST PER PERSON

$79 Transportation, All taxes

Girls Just Want to Have Fun-Shopping Sprees

Watertown, NY

April 15 | June 3 | October 21 | November 7 | November 28 | December 9

A valid passport is required.

Montreal – Downtown

May 30 | June 27 | September 12

Merrickville & Westport

July 15 | August 19

$129 Transportation, Hearty Pancake Meal, All taxes $85 Transportation, Bonus Package, All taxes $188 Transportation, Luncheon Cruise with Entertainment, All taxes $152 Transportation, Lunch, All taxes $177 Transportation, Lunch, Theatre/Concert Ticket, All taxes $121 Transportation, Admission to the Montreal Biodome & the Botanical Gardens, All taxes

$109 Transportation, Admission to the Botanical Gardens, All taxes

Wheelers Sugar Bush, Balderson Village & Heritage Perth

The tradition of maple sugaring is a great way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors in the Maple Syrup Capital of Lanark County. Today we depart for Balderson Village before continuing onto Wheeler’s Maple Pancake House for a traditional Sugar Bush meal. Enjoy time in the village of Perth where you can stroll through the shops that line the main street of this historical town.

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino & Bingo Palace

April 27 | June 7 | September 7 | October 26

The casino features 1600 of the newest slots, 20 table games, four food venues and a poker room. A Bonus Package ($20. Slot Play/240 meal value credits) will be added to your player’s card. (Bonus amount subject to change). This tour is restricted to persons 21 years and older. A valid passport is required.

A Mother’s Day Celebration

Step aboard Kingston’s Island Queen for a three hour “Heart of the Islands Mother’s Day” luncheon cruise and entertainment while sailing throughout the worlds famous scenic 1000 Islands region.

Chateau Montebello | Lachute Flea Market

May 16 | July 18 | September 12

Today we depart for Lachute Flea Market and Farmers Market before continuing onto the historical Chateau Montebello to enjoy a wonderful lunch and a visit to this beautiful Fairmont Resort.

Upper Canada Playhouse – Morrisburg

May 17 | June 14 | July 19 | August 9 | August 23 | September 20 | December 6

Today we travel to the St. Lawrence Seaway making a stop for a delicious buffet lunch at the McIntosh Country Inn in Morrisburg. This afternoon we will claim our reserved seats for, “Honky Tonk Angels” (May), “Moving In” (June), ‘Who’s Under Where” (July), “Buying the Farm” (August 9), “Drinking Alone” (August 23), “Shirley Valentine” (September) or “Home for the Holidays” (December), on stage at the Upper Canada Playhouse.

A Nature Paradise - Montreal Biodome & Botanical Gardens

May 27 | August 16 | September 9

A unique experience for your senses awaits us at the Montreal Biodome. Come and explore the five ecosystems, the Tropical Rainforest, the Gulf of St. Lawrence Marine Life, the Laurentian Maple Forest, the Labrador Coast and the Sub Antarctic Islands, all under one roof. Then we will visit the Botanical Gardens to view gardens of earthly delights boasting over 21,000 species and varieties of plants from all over the world.

Montreal Botanical Garden Show

Get your gardening season off to a great start! Chat with horticulturalists, meet producers and crafts people, pick up some little-known plants, heritage vegetables and original garden accessories or perhaps take part in a workshop and attend a lecture.

Kingston Penitentiary & Lunch

June 1 | September 19

Come and enjoy a rare and unique opportunity to go behind the walls of Canada’s oldest and most notorious maximum security prison, which is now closed, and designated as a National Historic Site of Canada.. A truly eye-opening experience for all historians. After our tour we will have lunch in Kingston before returning to Ottawa.

Kingston Luncheon Cruise

June 6 | August 13

Step aboard Kingston’s Island Star for a memorable and entertaining three hour “Heart of the Islands” luncheon entertainment cruise throughout the worlds famous scenic 1000 Islands region.

1000 Islands Playhouse - Gananoque

June 7 | July 12 | August 23 | October 4

We travel today to the 1000 Islands region arriving at the Gananoque Inn, overlooking the banks of the St. Lawrence River, to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then, off to the Springer Theatre for the live production of “Baskerville” (June), “The Sound of Music” (July), “Bittergirl” (August) or ”Once” (October).

Chateau Montebello & Omega Park

June 13 | July 27 | October 3

Today we depart for historical Chateau Montebello to enjoy a wonderful lunch. Then, we will discover Omega Park, in the comfort of the motorcoach.

A Taste of Prince Edward County

June 15 | August 8 | September 6

Today we discover a taste of old Ontario in the heart of beautiful Prince Edward County. We travel to Canada’s newest emerging Bay of Quinte wine region to experience a visit and tasting at the Waupoos Estate Winery, located alongside the shores of Prince Edward Bay. Enjoy a taste of hospitality and a delicious lunch at the historical Waring House Inn, dating back to the 1860’s. Then, time for browsing in the charming village of Bloomfield to complete your visit.

Lady Slipper Orchids & The Cove Country Inn

Experience the sights, sounds and beauty where 16,000 magnificent showy Lady’s Slipper Orchids burst into delicate pink and white blooms at the Purdon Conservation Area before we visit the village of Westport for a delicious lunch and time for shopping.

Montreal Cruise & Casino

June 23 | August 18

Explore Montreal by water. View the Old Port, St. Helen’s Island and the Boucherville Islands aboard the Cavalier Maxim during a 1½ hour luncheon cruise. Following the cruise, we will travel to the Montreal Casino where you will have some time to ‘Challenge Lady Luck.” This tour is restricted to persons 19 years and older.

Vermont Quilt Festival - Celebrating 45 Years

With your quilting friends aboard, we will depart for one of New England’s largest quilting events in Essex Junction, Vermont. The festival has evolved over the years to become an admirable creation of craftsmanship. It all started with a colorful collection of dedicated and knowledgeable quilters and quilt historians, enthusiastic students and creative instructors. A day that will let you find that special something for your creative passion! A valid passport is required.

Les Miserables in Concert – Westben Theatre

Come and enjoy a world-class concert in a wide-open countryside theatre setting. Today we depart for one of the most beautiful parts of Ontario, home to Westben Arts Festival Theatre, located in Northumberland County. We will enjoy a delicious lunch in Campbellford, before claiming our reserved seats for Les Miserables in Concert.

Transportation, Guided tour of the Kingston Penitentiary, Lunch, All taxes

Transportation, Luncheon Cruise, All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, Theatre Ticket, All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, Admission to Omega Park, All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, Waupoos Estate Winery Tasting, Time for shopping in Bloomfield, All taxes

Transportation, Visit to Purdon Conservation Area, Lunch, All taxes

Transportation, Luncheon Cruise, Visit to the Montreal Casino, All taxes

Transportation, Admission All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, Concert, All taxes

Transportation, Admission, Reserved Grandstand Seat, All taxes

Transportation, Tour, Dinner, Admission to Chinese Lantern Festival, All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, All taxes

A Scottish Tradition - Maxville Highland Games

This the largest annual Highland Games event in the world and home to the North American Pipe Band Championships. Come share the Glengarry Scottish tradition in Maxville where dancing, drumming, music, entertainment, food and shopping are all there for you to enjoy. Marvel at the strength of the Heavyweight competitors in the Caber Toss or watch the Highland fling from your covered grandstand seats. We will return to Ottawa following the Mass Bands closing performance. This is one of the best summer events in Ontario. Book early for this great day!

Rockport Cruise & Charming Merrickville

Today we will travel to the quaint waterside village of Rockport. Upon our arrival we will board Rockport Boat Lines Sea Prince II for a two hour luncheon cruise on the waters of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Sail into the Heart of 1000 Islands where you can view Boldt Castle and the palatial homes of the rich and famous of the bygone era. This afternoon enjoy browsing in the quaint village of Merrickville and its wonderful shops that line the streets.

The Magic of Lanterns

September 13 | October 17

This afternoon we depart for Montreal to experience the Magic of Lanterns in the Chinese Garden at the Montreal Botanical Gardens. Upon our arrival, we will enjoy a guided tour of the city followed by a delicious dinner. Tonight, witness over a thousand traditional lanterns and dozens of enormous figures representing popular Chinese art. This will be a spectacular evening event to remember.

Celebration of the Opeongo Flaming Leaf

Enjoy the history, culture, and beauty of the Upper Ottawa Valley during the Celebration of the Opeongo Flaming Leaf. Explore the Opeongo Trail travelling from Renfrew through many historical towns and charming communities making our way across to Barry’s Bay. We will make a stop at the Spectacle Lake Lodge for a delicious lunch. A truly relaxing and enjoyable day.

Transportation, Lunch, Shopping Time, All taxes

Transportation, Lunch, Cruise, All taxes

Transportation, Dinner, Admission to Pumpkinferno, All taxes

Laurentian Fall Foliage

Relax and enjoy the incredible handiwork of Mother Nature as we travel through the magnificent Laurentians. We will enjoy a delicious lunch in the charming village of Mont Tremblant. Cruise passengers will enjoy a one hour narrated cruise on one of the Laurentian Mountain’s most beautiful lakes, Lac Tremblant. Discover the region’s history and legends while admiring its breathtaking beauty from the comfort of the Grand Manitou cruise boat. Then, enjoy leisure time to wander and browse through the quaint shops in the village of Tremblant, before returning to Ottawa.

Pumpkinferno - Upper Canada Village

We depart for the St. Lawrence Seaway arriving in Morrisburg at the McIntosh Country Inn for a delicious buffet dinner. Then stroll through hauntingly beautiful and spellbinding outdoor exhibits of close to 6,000 hand-carved pumpkins, set against a stirring night-time backdrop, just inside the gates at historic Upper Canada Village. Marvel at this eclectic display of scenes from exotic places and historic ages, meet up with forest animals and sea-born creatures, see story book heroes, mythical characters, cultural icons and more, all carved from pumpkins! This mesmerizing display of artist-inspired, glowing pumpkins is a not-to-be-missed event.

Transportation, Dinner, Light Tour, All taxes

Chateau Montebello & Christmas Light Tour

Historical and beautiful Chateau Montebello awaits you for an elegant festively served dinner this evening. Following dinner, we will return to Ottawa to view the Christmas lights along Confederation Blvd., Parliament Hill, Sussex Drive and Taffy Lane. With over 250,000 lighting displays you are sure to get into the festive spirit. ‘Tis the season to treat yourself! Book early, as this tour will sell out fast.

Christmas Lights & Dinner

Get your travelling companions together, or come as one, for a night out on the town to enjoy a festive buffet dinner at Tuckers Marketplace and spectacular Christmas lights. Our warm and comfortable motorcoach will take us to view some lighting displays along Confederation Blvd., Parliament Hill, Sussex Drive and Taffy Lane. A visit, subject to availability, to the Trees of Hope display at the Chateau Laurier Hotel will compliment this evening’s tour. Do not miss your chance to get in the festive spirit! Book early for this popular tour!

Alight at Night Festival - Upper Canada Village

December 10 | December 17

This afternoon we will depart for Morrisburg for a delicious festive buffet dinner at the McIntosh Country Inn. Following dinner is your chance to see Upper Canada Village as it is brought to life in a different way during the annual “Alight at Night” Festival, where over a quarter million lights decorate this historic village.

More than just a gaming destination, America’s favourite playground offers the beach, the famous boardwalk, live shows and Tax-Free Outlet shopping.

This tour is restricted to persons 21 years and older.

Your Ultimate Holiday Experience Includes:

• 3 nights accommodation at the Caesars Atlantic City Hotel

• $75 Casino Bonus

• Excursions to the Hamilton Place Mall, Victorian Cape May, historic Smithville or a local winery (minimum numbers required)

• Tax Free Outlet shopping

COST PER PERSON $130

Transportation, Dinner, Light Tour, All taxes $159

Transportation, Dinner, Admission, All taxes

MAY/SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER

Double $724

Triple $669

Single $1068

Double $822

Triple $732

Single $1258

Experience the charm of Ole Cape Cod and the exciting Old Town of Boston, Massachusetts.

• 4 nights accommodation

• 4 breakfasts and 3 dinners

• Guided tour of Provincetown and Boston

• Guided Whale Watching cruise

• Admission to the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum

• Guided tours of Hyannis, Sandwich and Plymouth Market and on the cape

Experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World - Niagara Falls.

This year-round breathtaking natural wonder has something for everyone. Come discover with us!

• 2 nights accommodation

• 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner

• Guided tour of Niagara Falls

• Visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara River Parkway and the Floral Clock

• Visit to NEOB Lavender

• Niagara City Cruises

May 17-19 | June 14-16 | July 9-11 | August 30-September 1

September 20-22 | October 4-6

Double $667 Triple $619

Quad $610 Single $897

Double $729 Triple $657

Quad $624 Single $1015

JULY/AUGUST

Double $829 Triple $732

Quad $684 Single $1208

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER

Double $713 Triple $647

Quad $615 Single $986

Come join us as we travel to Niagara Falls where you can visit their famous casinos for fun and gaming at its best overlooking two of the most famous views in the world - the Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls

This tour is restricted to persons 19 years and older.

• 2 breakfasts

Nashville &

The opryland resort hotel.

May 18-23 | October 4-9

Double $1898

Triple $1705

Single $2582

Double $2049

Triple $1819

Single $2855

Leave your horses at home and come along for a “Boot Scootin’ Boogie,” Yeehawin’ good time! From old country to new country the legend still goes on. So, kick up your heels and reserve early for this fabulous country music extravaganza!

• 5 nights accommodation

• 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch

• General Jackson Showboat cruise

• Guided tour of Nashville

• Admission to the Ryman Auditorium

• Admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame

• Reserved ticket to the world-famous Grand Ole Opry and Backstage Tour

Quebec City, the only fortified city in North America, is perched atop Cap Diamant, a massive headland dominating the majestic waters of the St. Lawrence. The romantic charm of the province’s capital invariably leaves travellers spellbound.

• Guided tours of Montreal and Quebec City

• Time for shopping in the Old Quebec

• Visit to the Shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre, Montmorency Falls and the Copper Museum

• Tour and tasting at a local vineyard

• 9 nights accommodations

• 9 breakfasts and 2 dinners (including jazz cruise)

• Guided tours of New Orleans and Natchez

• Oak Alley Plantation tour

• Swamp tour

• Frogmore Cotton Plantation tour

• Visit to an Antebellum Home in Natchez

• Platinum tour of Graceland

• Kentucky Derby Museum tour

Double $1245 Triple $1182 Quad $1127 Single $1632

• 3 nights accommodation

• 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners (including 1 lobster bake)

• Wine & cheese welcome reception

• Guided tours of Kennebunkport and Portland

• Maine lobstering cruise

• Visit to Stonewall Kitchen Get

• 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinners (including winemakers dinner with wine pairing)

• Wine tasting & visit at the Niagara College Canadian Food and Wine Institute

• Visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake

• Visit to NOEB Lavender

• Tasting at Peller Estates Winery

• Tasting at Waupoos Estate Winery

Nashville & The Smoky Mountains

May 28-June 5

Come kick up your heals on this fabulous Country Music and Bluegrass music extravaganza featuring Dollywood, four Live Shows and more!

• 8 Nights accommodation

• 8 breakfasts, 1 luncheon cruise and 3 dinners

• 4 live shows (including the world-famous Grand Ole Opry)

• Admission to Dollywood Flower & Food Festival

• Guided tours of Smoky Mountains and Nashville

• Visit to the Island of Pigeon Forge

• Tasting and Tour at the ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

Double $2955

Triple $2199

Single $4147

Pennsylvania Amish Country

Pennsylvania Amish Country is where you’ll be among America’s oldest and largest settlement of “Plain People” as you witness horse-drawn buggies clip-clopping down the country roads. With more than 70,000 members of Amish, Brethren and Mennonite faiths, these people have sustained a lifestyle that disappeared generations ago.

• 3 breakfasts,1 lunch and 2 dinners

• Amish Countryside tour and Litiz Town Tour

• Admission to an Amish homestead

• Visit to Hershey

• Excursion aboard the Strasburg Railway

• Dutch Apple Theatre Musical Production

Double $1070

Triple $973

Single $1427

Pelee Island & Caesars Windsor Casino

June 6-9 | September 26-29

Double $716

Triple $662

Single $970

Discover the largest island in Lake Erie on a day excursion to Pelee Island, the southernmost tip and a truly Canadian jewel. Enjoy lunch, tasting and the birthplace of winemaking at Pelee Island Winery Pavilion, dating back more than 150 years. Learn about the history of the island as we tour with a local guide. Experience Canada’s best kept secret!

Enjoy spectacular gaming and experience the thrill of excitement with the latest in slot action and a wide variety of table games all under one roof. Feel the exhilaration with a roll of the dice, a spin of the reels and the anticipation of the next hand. At Caesars Windsor Casino, slots action is intense, when fortunes change, with the pull of a lever.

• 3 nights accommodation at Caesars Windsor Casino Hotel

• $75 Bonus ($45 Food/$30 Slot Play)

• 1 lunch at Pelee Island Winery

• Optional excursion for local shopping (subject to minimum numbers)

• Return Ferry crossing to Pelee Island

• Tour and Tasting at Point Pelee Island Winery

• Sightseeing Tour of Pointe Pelee Island Tour with a local guide

Caesars Windsor Casino

Double $659

Triple $606

Single $914

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• Optional excursion for local shopping (Subject to minimum numbers)

Casino Rama & The Annual Butter Tart Festival

Travelling up through Algonquin Park into the Muskoka region is a scenic adventure enroute to the Casino Rama Resort Hotel, offering gaming action at its best. Play Canadian .. Win Canadian Treat your sweet tooth to a yummie tradition at Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival in Midland. A springtime favourite getaway.

• 2 nights accommodation at Casino Rama Resort

• $50 Dining Card

• $20 Slot Play

• Visit to Maple Orchard Farms Gift Shop

• Visit to the Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival in Midland

• Visit to the Mariposa Market in Orillia

Double $559

Triple $488

Single $798

St. Jacobs & Stratford

June 9-11 | October 25-27

St. Jacobs is filled with authentic sights, sounds, smells, tastes, incredible one-of-a-kind shopping, and live theatre that are sure to re-inspire the soul. The charming Victorian town of Stratford will welcome us with live theatre at the Festival Theatre. Enjoy two live theatre productions and more!

• Leisure time for shopping in St. Jacobs and Stratford

• Live theatre evening performance of “The Prom” (June) at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse or “Bittergirl - the Musical” (October) at the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre

• Reserved seating for the matinee musical production of “Rent” at the Stratford Festival Theatre

• Guided Mennonite countryside tour

Double $848

Triple $795

Single $1054

Double $782

Triple $729

Single $988

The Best of the Maritimes

June 13-23 |

September 13-23

Double $2817

Triple $2633

Single $4093

Double $2928

Triple $2715

Single $4278

Discover Canada’s Maritime Provinces, experience amazing scenery and a blend of natural and cultural treasures and historical landmarks.

• 10 nights accommodation

• 10 breakfasts and 2 dinners (including one lobster dinner choice)

• Guided tour of Hopewell Rocks

• Guided tours of Saint John, Charlottetown and the North Shore and Halifax

• Wood Islands Ferry Crossing

• Visit to Peggy’s Cove

• Admission to Pier 21 in Halifax

• Visit to Magnetic Hill, Reversing Falls and the Hartland Covered Bridge

• Full day scenic drive along the Cabot Trail

• Visit to Lunenburg and Mahone Bay

• Admission to Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic site, Green Gables Heritage Place, Cavendish Beach and the National Park

Quebec Whale Watching

June 19-22 |

Double $1169

Triple $1105

Single $1505

Double $1236

Triple $1150

Single $1634

September 5-8 4 Days

This adventure will live long in your memory with scenic green vistas, clear blue waters and crisp salty air at the maritime junction of the St. Lawrence River and Saguenay Fjord! Don’t forget your camera!

• 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners

• 3 hour Whale Watching Cruise

• Admission to Sainte Anne Canyon

• A guided tour of Quebec City

Halifax & The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

June 28-July 4

Come join this wonderful summer getaway to Nova Scotia and see the Pomp and Pageantry of the Annual Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo. A spectacular event you will not want to miss!

• 6 nights accommodation

• 6 breakfasts

• Guided tour of Halifax

• Reserved seating to the world-class Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

• Admission to Pier 21

• Guided tours of the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg and Maritime Town of Mahone Bay

• Guided tour of Quebec City

The Blue Mountains & Flowerpot Island

Venture with us to southwestern Ontario and follow the sandy banks of sparkling Georgian Bay to the picturesque Bruce Peninsula. Experience islands, orchards, shipwrecks, and mountains. This tour has everything you need for an exciting summer adventure in Ontario!

• 3 nights accommodation at the Blue Mountain Resort

• 3 breakfasts

• Visit Scenic Caves Park

• Visit to a local Winery

• Cruise to Flowerpot Island from Tobermory

• Unlimited sightseeing

Double $1635

Triple $1439

Single $2340

Double $1095

Triple $998

Single $1487

Quebec City & Grosse Île & the Irish Memorial National Historic Site

Double $1064

Triple $958

Single $1437

• 3 buffet breakfasts, 1 boxed lunch and 1 dinner

• Visit to the Shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre and the Copper Museum

• 6 hour excursion to Grosse Île and to the Irish Memorial National Historic site

• Time for shopping in the French Quarter

Prince Edward Island

August 13-18

Double $1522

Triple $1350

Single $2110

Come experience a truly Canadian holiday destination! The warm hospitality and beautiful scenery of the Prince Edward Island region will leave you with a wonderful and lasting impression for years to come. The land of potatoes, red roads and the memories of Anne of Green Gables await you in this great family adventure!

• 5 breakfasts and 1 lobster dinner

• Visits to PEI Preserve Company, Cavendish Beach, Green Gables Heritage Place

• Guided tour of Charlottetown and the North Shore

• Live theatre production of “Maggie” at the Confederation Festival Arts Centre

August 26-30

It’s what is known as Maritime Quebec and is almost an island unto itself. Untouched and where people walk and talk much like their ancestors did centuries ago. A world where people harvest the sea as they do the land. Come and discover with us.

• 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner

• Admission to the Reford Gardens

• Boat ride to Bonaventure Island

• Guided tour of Perce

Double $1295

Triple $1189

Single $1747

Country Music Capitals

September 2-11

Celebrate a fall time southern style musical extravaganza. Branson in the Ozarks boasts many live and entertaining shows. Memphis is the birthplace of Blues and Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley’s Graceland Estate and then travelling the highway to Nashville, home of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium, where many country & western stars became famous, will leave you with toe-tapping, fingers snapping lifetime memories.

Featuring Six Live Shows and More!

• 9 nights accommodation

• 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

• Guided tours of Branson and Nashville

• 4 live shows in Branson

• Admission to Graceland

• General Jackson Showboat Cruise with live entertainment

• Reserved ticket to the world-famous Grand Ole Opry

Double $3075

Triple $2710

Single $4272

Maine Lighthouses & Lobsters

September 11-15

Double $1830

Triple $1667

Single $2456

Discover historic charming towns and ocean views of Maine’s coastal region viewing lighthouses, learning about the hauling of lobster traps from the ocean floor, exploring Acadia National Park, home to some of the most exotic wildlife on the eastern seaboard, walking down cobblestone streets to explore the many shops and enjoying authentic New England ”Lobstah.”

• 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners

• Leisure time in Freeport, Bar Harbor and Kennebunkport

• Guided tours of Portland, Acadia National Park and Kennebunkport

• Private lighthouse tour and views of other lighthouses

Shaw & Stratford - Theatre

September 13-15 | October 4-6

Double $877

Triple $825

Single $1064

Double $859

Triple $805

Single $1047

Historical Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to Shaw Festival is world-class theatre. Charming and victorian Stratford, on the Avon River, is best known for live theatrical productions. Enjoy live theatre at its best!

EARLY BOOKING is a must for these upcoming popular productions!

• 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners

• Reserved orchestra ticket to the evening performance of “Gypsy” (September) or “Blithe Spirit” (October) at Shaw Festival Theatre

• Reserved orchestra ticket to the matinee performance of “Rent” (September) or “Much Ado About Nothing” (October) at Stratford Festival Theatre

• St. Jocobs and Mennonite countryside tour with a local guide

Canada & New England Cruise

September 14-22

Featuring our ESCORTED NO FLY/CRUISE VACATION with Norwegian Cruise Lines.

Embark on a truly enchanting adventure while experiencing diverse and dazzling views, history, culture and beauty that surrounds you! Discover North America’s fastest growing cruise destination rich in history, breathtaking natural beauty and Maritime culture. Relax and let us deliver the best for a truly amazing vacation.

FREE AT SEA BONUS

Inside Cabin

You will receive the Premium Beverage Package* - first and second guest. (*up to a maximum of $15/drink/guest unlimited, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus $50 Shore excursion credit/port/cabin, plus a $100/cabin non-refundable onboard credit

Outside and Balcony Cabins

You will receive the Premium Beverage Package* - first and second guest. (*up to a maximum of $15/drink/guest unlimited, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus the Ultimate Dining Package - first and second guests, (*up to a maximum of two specialty restaurants, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus Internet Package - 250 minutes/cabin, plus a $50 shore excursion credit/port/cabin, plus a $100/cabin non-refundable onboard credit.

CABIN SELECTION - Double Inside IA $2540 Outside OB $2942 Balcony BA $3734

(Rates subject to change by the cruise line and are based on availability at time of bookingBOOK EARLY to avoid increases)

Ports are subject to change by the cruise line due to unforeseen circumstances.

• 1 night accommodation at the Deluxe Boston Quincy Marriott Hotel

• 7 night Canada/New England cruise aboard the Norwegian Pearl

• Guided tours of Boston and Quebec City

• Enjoy wonderful amenities and fabulous entertainment aboard the luxurious ship

• All meals while aboard the ship

• Evening group dining while aboard the ship

• Welcome aboard cocktail reception

Double $1009

Triple $916

Single $1349

Agawa Canyon

September 15-18 4 Days

All aboard the world-famous Agawa Canyon Train! Sit back and experience a one-day Canadian Wilderness Rail Excursion with superb scenery and blazing fall foliage.

• 3 breakfasts and 1 boxed lunch

• Agawa Canyon Rail Excursion

• Admission to Science North, Imax theatre presentation and “Climate Action” show

• Scenic drive through Algonquin Park

Double $1468

Triple $1360

Single $1816

Mackinac Island & the Agawa

September 25-28

Experience blazing fall foliage and the breathtaking views as we climb aboard the Agawa Tour Train for a full day wilderness rail adventure. Explore the jewel of the great lakes by a horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island, known as the “Bermuda of the North.” Enjoy the highlight of an amazing buffet lunch and the old-world charm at the historical Grand Hotel, a must to savour on a magical Mackinac Island getaway.

• 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch at the historic Grand Hotel and 1 boxed lunch

• Agawa Canyon rail excursion

• Mackinac Island ferry crossing

• Horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island

• Admission to Fort Mackinac

Cape Cod Escape

October 1-5

Experience a choice of exploring Nantucket Island or Martha’s Vineyard and a whale watching excursion or a dune ride, on this truly unforgettable Escape to the Cape.

• 4 breakfasts and 3 dinners (including one lobster dinner)

• Guided tours to Provincetown, Chatham, Sandwich and Hyannis

• Choice of exploring Nantucket Island or the Island of Martha’s Vineyard

• Choice of a whale watching cruise or a dune ride

• Admission to the Heritage Museum and Gardens

Double $1756

Triple $1615

Single $2250

Oktoberfest - Kitchener

October 11-13

Come join us for some of the festivities at the largest annual 54th Bavarian Festival outside Munich. Enjoy the Oktoberfest experience and its traditions!

• 2 breakfasts,1 lunch and 2 dinners

• Admission to 2 festhalls with Bavarian entertainment

• St. Jacobs and Mennonite countryside tour with a local guide

Double $725

Triple $675

Single $932

VALUE PACKAGE

(Excludes Meals & Shows)

Double $1842 Triple $1546

Quad $1405 Single $2735

Double $1829 Triple $1546

Quad $1398 Single $2710

Double $2000 Triple $1657

Quad $1495 Single $3032

COMPLETE PACKAGE (Includes Meals & Shows)

Double $2422 Triple $2126

Quad $1985 Single $3315

Double $2410 Triple $2116

Quad $1978 Single $3289

Double $2580 Triple $2236

Quad $2072 Single $3610

Myrtle Beach

October 14-22 | February 24-March 3 | March 23-31

Come and discover this year-round vacationer’s paradise on South Carolina’s spectacular north shore coastline. It’s Myrtle Beach where luxurious accommodations, boundless beaches, spectacular live entertainment, and over 60 golf courses make this destination a perfect southern getaway! Come along and see for yourself.

• 8 nights accommodations

• 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners (Complete Package)

• Visit to Brookgreen Gardens

• Historical tour of Charleston and a visit to the Magnolia plantation

• Reserved tickets to the “Iconic Show” at the Alabama Theatre, the Carolina Opry, and Legends in Concert (Complete Package)

• Time for shopping and relaxing by the pool

Bermuda & New York City

October 21-29

A cruise to Bermuda is a prelude to paradise. From the historic architecture of the capital city of Hamilton, to the postcard come to life appeal of St. George, delight in the natural wonder, culture and history of this remarkable Island getaway.

You will receive the Premium Beverage Package*– first and second guest. (*up to a maximum of $15/drink/guest unlimited, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus $50 shore excursion credit/port/cabin, plus a $100/cabin non-refundable onboard credit.

Outside/Balcony/Mini-Suite Cabins

You will receive the Premium Beverage Package* – first and second guest. (*up to a maximum of $15/drink/guest unlimited, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus the Ultimate Dining Package – first and second guests, (*up to a maximum of two specialty restaurants for balcony and one for outside cabin, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus Internet Package - 150 minutes/person, plus a $50 shore excursion credit/port/cabin, plus a $100/cabin non-refundable onboard credit.

Day 2 New York City Pier

Day 3 At Sea

Day 4 At Sea

CABIN SELECTION - Double Inside IB $2285

Outside On Request Balcony BA $2746

Day 5 Royal Navy Dockyard, Bermuda 8:00 am Overnight

Day 6 Royal Navy Dockyard, Bermuda Overnight

Day 7 Royal Navy Dockyard, Bermuda 3:00 pm

Day 8 At Sea

Day 9 New York City Pier

Day 9: Ottawa, ON

Our coach will meet us this morning at the port for our disembarkation. Today we will return to Ottawa haring many memories of your delightful Bermuda cruise with your travelling companions while planning your next NO FLY/CRUISE Vacation with Ottawa Valley Tours.

• 1 night accommodation at the Glenpointe Marriott Hotel, Teaneck, NJ

• 7 night cruise aboard the Norwegian “Escape”

• 3 hour guided tour of New York City

Double $795

Triple $699

Single $1112

Royal Winter Fair

November 10-12

Once a year, the country comes to the city! Since 1922, THE ROYAL has offered visitors the rare opportunity of returning to Canada’s rural roots; some to revive warm memories of the family farm, others to experience Country Life for the first time. THE ROYAL is the World’s Largest Indoor Agricultural Fair and Equestrian Competition and it’s all under one roof for you to enjoy.

• 2 days admission to the Royal Winter Fair

• Reserved seating for the horse shows (Friday and Saturday evenings)

Smoky Mountain Christmas

November 13-18

Double $2035

Triple $1809

Single $2763

A visit to Dollywood and Christmas in the Smokies offers spectacular holiday shows and millions of lights.

• 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners (Includes one $20.00 Dinner Coupon)

• Dolly Parton’s Stampede Show, Remembering Red Tribute show and the Country Tonite Show

• Visit to the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery, The Island and Bush Beans General Store and Museum

• Admission to Dollywood and the Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival

Nashville Country Christmas

November 20-25

Featuring Three Live Shows and more!

Celebrate a Country Christmas at the Gaylord Opryland Resort Hotel, a magical holiday wonderland. Kick up your heals to a boot scootin’ festive tradition with live country music and a fabulous Holiday Christmas show at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry. You’ll be dazzled by the million twinkling lights and Christmas displays. Gather your family and friends together for a memorable holiday tradition. You will be toe-tapping, hand-clapping and singing while enjoying country music and the festive spirit in the Country Music Capital of the World during the festive season.

• 5 breakfasts, 1 luncheon cruise aboard the General Jackson Showboat and 1 dinner

• 2 live shows (World Famous Grand Ole Opry and the Country Christmas Show at the Opryland Resort Hotel)

• Guided Sightseeing tour of Nashville

• Tour of RCA Studio B

• Cruise on the Delta River Flatboat

• Admission to ICE Winter Wonderland

Double $2195

Triple $2049

Single $2890

Quebec City Christmas Markets

November 24-26

Discover a magical European wonderland nestled right in the heart of Quebec City. The decor is reminiscent of a little village of wooden kiosks and twinkling lights. Come celebrate the magic of Christmas in Old Quebec with us!

• Guided tour of Quebec City and Ile d’Orleans

• Visit to the German Christmas Market

• Time for shopping in the French Quarter, the Grande Marche and at the Galerie de la Capitale

Double $640

Triple $595

Single $828

A Little Bavarian ChristmasFrankenmuth & St. Jacobs

December 6-9

Double $1135

Triple $1038

Single $1432

Experience Michigan’s little Bavarian Christmas that is sure to put you in the festive spirit. Frankenmuth is truly, magical and bright. A visit to Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store, offers fantastic one of a kind treasures. A true gem to put you in the festive spirit.

• 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

• Wine tasting at the Bavarian Inn restaurant

• Tour of “Michigan’s Little Bavaria”

• Time for shopping at the Birch Run Premium Outlet Mall

• Time for shopping at Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland

• Leisure time for visiting the 27th Annual German Christkindl Market in Kitchener

• Live theatre evening production of “Bittergirl - the Musical” at the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre

• Live Black Light Theatre production of “Winter Wonderland” Christmas Show at the Famous People Players

Niagara Falls Festival of Lights

December 6-8

Double $929

Triple $876

Single $1160

Treat your imagination to a colourful journey during the Canadian Kick Off to Winter and the 40 th Annual Festival of Lights Celebration. This sensational array of colours light up the entire city making this one of the most popular wintertime attractions in North America.

• 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 Dinners

• “Wonder” magic show at the Greg Frewin Theatre

• Guided Tour of Niagara and the area

• Leisure Time in Niagara-on-the-Lake for lunch and browsing

A Christkindl German Christmas & The Famous People Players

December 8-10

Come and experience Canada’s original festival of a German Christmas and a century of old traditions that open the holiday season. Come along and relive the magical memories of Christmas during this 27th annual celebration.

• 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner

• Live theatre evening performance of “Bittergirl - The Musical” at the St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre

Double $733

Triple $680

Single $939

Daytona Beach

February 17-March 3, 2024

Join us for a vacation of Sun, Sand and Surf in Daytona Beach, Florida “One of the World’s Most Famous Beaches.” Whether you want to relax on the beach or by the pool, join in our planned COMPLIMENTARY sightseeing or shopping excursions, or play a round of golf at one the area’s most popular golf courses. FREE Deluxe Continental Breakfast, Cocktail Hour and newspaper daily. Daytona has been our #1 sun destination for many years. Come along on one of our most popular departures and enjoy Daytona Beach at the Bahama House Hotel with Ottawa Valley Tours.

• 15 nights accommodation in an Oceanview Efficiency

• 15 breakfasts

• FREE Manager’s Cocktail Reception DAILY in Daytona

• Complimentary side excursions

Double $2995

Triple $2470

Single $4652

Southern Caribbean Cruise & New York City

January 28-February 9, 2024

Featuring our ESCORTED NO FLY/CRUISE VACATION with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines

Sail away with Ottawa Valley Tours on an enchanting vacation and experience diverse and dazzling views, history, culture and beauty that surround you! Come and enjoy the Sun, Sand and Surf amongst the turquoise waters of the Southern Caribbean. Join us and expand your horizons.

Anchors Away, as we set sail on a 11 Night Southern Caribbean cruise to the Islands of Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata), St Thomas (Charlotte Amalie), St. Maarten (Philipsburg), St. Lucia (Castries), and St. Kitts (Basseterre).

SAIL AWAY INSTANT SAVINGS OF $150 per couple. Book with a deposit by June 30, 2023

Day 2 Cape Liberty Port, NJ

Day 3 Cruising

Day 4 Cruising

Day 5 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Day 6 Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

Day 7 Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Day 8 Castries, St. Lucia

Day 9 Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis

Day 10 Cruising

Day 11 Cruising

Day 12 Cruising

Day 13 Cape Liberty Port, NJ

• 11 night cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines “Anthem of the Seas”

Eastern Caribbean Cruise & New York City

February 25-March 7, 2024

Featuring our ESCORTED NO FLY/CRUISE VACATION with Norwegian Cruise Lines

Sail away with Ottawa Valley Tours on an enchanting vacation and experience diverse and dazzling views, history, culture and beauty that surround you! Come and enjoy the Sun, Sand and Surf amongst the turquoise waters of the Eastern Caribbean. Join us and expand your horizons.

Anchors away, as we set sail on a 10 Night Eastern Caribbean cruise to Bermuda (Royal Navy Dockyard), St. Maarten (Philipsburg), US Virgin Islands (St. Thomas), Puerto Rico (San Juan) and Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata).

SAIL AWAY INSTANT SAVINGS OF $150 per couple. Book with a deposit by June 15, 2023.

You will receive the Premium Beverage Package*– first and second guest. (*up to a maximum of $15/drink/guest unlimited, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus the Ultimate Dining Package – first and second guests, (*up to a maximum of two specialty restaurants for balcony cabin and one for outside cabin, excluding gratuity, and subject to the terms and conditions by the cruise line), plus Internet Package - 150 minutes/person, plus a $50 shore excursion credit/port/cabin, plus a $100/cabin non-refundable onboard credit

CABIN SELECTION - Double Inside IA $2752

Outside OB $2969

Balcony BA $3444

Day 12 New York City Pier

• 10 night cruise aboard the Norwegian “Getaway”

Terms and Conditions

Reservations:

PLEASE BOOK EARLY. To reserve space, contact Ottawa Valley Tours or your local travel agent. Some travel agencies may charge a service fee. You may pre-register online at ottawavalleytours.com.

Deposit and Payment:

A deposit of $100.00 per person plus optional Cancellation/Interruption Insurance is required within seven days of making your reservation for a Multi-Day Tour. If the deposit is not received within this time period, reservations are automatically cancelled. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure for Multi-Day Tours on the Early Booking Bonus Program. Full payment is required at time of booking for One Day Tours. A $500.00 deposit on Air/No Fly Cruise Vacations is required at the time of reservation. Final Payment is required 130 days prior to departure for Air/No Fly Cruise Vacations. Full payment is required on all tours at the time of making a reservation if made within 60 days of departure.

All rates are based on current exchange rates, current tax rates, and fuel costs at time of printing and subject to price increases if not paid in full. Rates in this brochure are in effect until November 1, 2023 (excluding No Fly cruises). Some offers are promotional and are not necessarily repeated in future brochures.

Method of Payment:

Cash, Cheque, Visa and MasterCard.

Maximum baggage allowance, per person, is one large suitcase plus a carry-on. It is the customers responsibility to collect all of your luggage and belongings from the mode of transportation you arrive in. Then identify and give your large luggage, that has the Ottawa Valley Tours Red luggage tag attached, to the driver, prior to boarding the motorcoach.

Tipping has been an accepted custom wherever one travels. Tipping has been prepaid for any included meals and for the bellman handling one piece of luggage per passenger by Ottawa Valley Tours. Any additional tipping for local step-on-guides, your motorcoach driver and tour director should be extended on an individual basis at your discretion. Shipboard gratuities and other items of a personal nature are not included on No Fly Cruise Vacation Tours.

Covid Protocols:

Effective April 1, 2023, wearing a mask onboard the motorcoach will be optional but highly recommended. This policy is subject to change by our company at anytime or if there is a government advisory and mandate.

Identification for Tours to the United States: All Canadian and Non-Canadian persons require a valid passport for travel. Some countries require six months remaining validity on passports. Non-Canadian citizens and Landed Immigrants should confirm with the appropriate foreign consulate for any additional entry requirements.

A Permanent Resident* Card will replace the paper IMM 1000 Record of Landing as required proof of status for permanent residents of Canada – including children to re-enter back into Canada. *A permanent resident is someone who has been allowed to enter Canada as an immigrant, but who has not become a Canadian citizen. Passports, Visas, Permanent Resident Cards and sufficient proof of identification are the responsibility of the passenger.

Tour Director:

Each tour is accompanied by one of our caring professional tour directors, unless booking on one of our Independent Holidays or Air Vacations.

Refund Policy/Person Prior to Departure:

Over 60 days - $75.00 administration fee applies (Multiday) and $25.00 (One Day)

60-45 days - $100.00 deposit forfeited (Multi-day) and 100% Non-Refundable (One Day)

44-30 days - 50% refunded by Ottawa Valley Tours (Multi-day) and 100% Non-refundable (One Day)

29-0 days - No refund by Ottawa Valley Tours

Air and No Fly Cruise Vacations: Non Refundable 0-130 days prior to departure. Over 131 days - $150.00 administration fee per person is applicable. Any refund will be issued in the same form as the payment received with the exception of cash. Cash payments will be refunded by cheque. No exceptions will be made to our refund policy. We strongly suggest the purchase of Cancellation/Interruption Insurance.

Returned Cheque Policy: A $50.00 fee will be charged for non-sufficient funds on returned cheques.

Name Changes: A $75.00 Name Change Fee will be applicable if made within 14 days of departure. Name changes are not permitted on Air or No Fly Cruise Vacations.

Child Age Requirement: Children, five years of age and under, are not eligible for coach tours.

Travel Insurance:

Emergency Medical and Cancellation/Interruption Insurance is strongly recommended and is available through our office. Please make sure you are covered before leaving the country. Cancellation/Interruption Insurance must be purchased at time of deposit. You should not leave home without coverage.

In all fairness to early booking passengers, seats will be assigned according to the date and payment of your reservation on Ottawa Valley Motorcoach Tours.

Passenger Conduct:

Ottawa Valley Tours, or any of its representatives, reserves the right to terminate any passenger, at any time during the tour, whose inappropriate actions or behaviour are considered detrimental to the interest, comfort and enjoyment of the other tour members. Smoking or alcohol is not permitted on the coach. There will be no refund for the unused portion of the tour package or post termination costs.

Special Needs and Assistance Requirements: Please notify the reservation agent of any physical condition, special requirements or needs at time of booking. Passengers must ensure they are medically, mentally and physically fit for travel. Passengers requiring special needs or assistance as described, must be accompanied by a travelling companion, who will accept full responsibility for safety, care and control.

Ottawa Valley Tours will do their utmost to ensure that the request is relayed to the appropriate parties, but will not accept responsibility if not fulfilled by our suppliers. Ottawa Valley Tours does not refund any unused portions of your tour.

Responsibility:

Ottawa Valley Tours, owned and operated by Ontario Corporation #1395081, has made all the arrangements for the tour services described in this brochure and on our website, including but not limited to the transportation, meals, sightseeing, tickets, cruises and hotel accommodations. The carriers, hotels and suppliers providing tour services are independent contractors and are not agents, employees, servants or joint venturers of the company or its affiliates. Subject to O.Reg 26/05, for any reason, the services in the tour cannot be supplied, or there are changes to the itinerary, Ottawa Valley Tours will arrange for the provision of comparable services. Subject to O.Reg 26/05, Ottawa Valley Tours reserves the right to reschedule, alter or cancel a tour at its discretion should it become necessary. Ottawa Valley Tours, nor its affiliates, nor their employees or agents, shall be liable whatsoever for any act, omission, damage, injury, loss or death as a result of terrorism, acts of God, catastrophe, force majeure and factors beyond our direct control or the fault of its suppliers and Ottawa Valley Tours is hereby indemnified by the customer against any damages resulting from any and all such matters. A deposit given on any tour represents the customer acceptance of all the aforementioned Terms and Conditions. Ottawa Valley Tours has always recognized the importance of your right to privacy and we will continue our commitment to safeguarding your personal information as set out by the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and its ten principles.

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Ottawa Valley Tours – Motorcoach Holidays

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Experience Great Memories traveling on a deluxe escorted motorcoach holiday throughout Canada and across North America. Many one day escapes and multi day getaways to choose from. For complete tour info visit www.ottawavalleytours.com .

Date Created – December 16, 2012, Last Updated March 16, 2023  Posted by:  Eric Manherz

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Ottawa Valley Signature Tour

2 night self guided shuttles & stay.

5 Days : August 12- 16, 2024

Guided & Van Supported. 

This tour is van supported with daily shuttles dropping you off at various locations in the Ottawa Valley. These chosen locations have spectacular natural attractions to explore enroute.  You return back  to the Whitewater Inn each evening.  A perfect cycling vacation to do with a small group of 4-6 people. 

Stay 2 nights with  two days of Rail Trail shuttles.  

Experience the PPJ Rail trail in Quebec (Waltham to Shawville 50km) and Algonquin Rail Trail Cobden to Renfrew (26km) or Calabogie. (56km).

Guided Day Tour - The best of Whitewater Region!

Bring your best gravel/touring bike (or rent one from us) for a day of touring the Beachburg area in Whitewater Region.  Visit a local winery, see  some beautiful rapids, take in a lookout, and lunch in a converted dairy barn now restaurant. (42km). 

2 Nights & Two Bikes

Stay 2 nights at the Whitewater Inn with two bike rentals.

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Guided Day Tour: Wineries and Whitewater

A 42km guided day trip.

Enjoy a day of exploring some of the finest roads in Whitewater Region.  Stop for a photo at the local look out before visiting O'Brien's Winery in Westmeath.  After a tour of their stunning grounds we continue on see some of Canada's best rapids on the Ottawa River.  We'll also visit a converted dairy barn that is now a pub - The River Barn.

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Madawaska Valley Studio Tour

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Madawaska Valley Studio Tour 2024

Click here to download and view the MVST brochure 2023 or pick up at locations around the Ottawa Valley.

Saturday July 20 and Sunday July 21 Saturday October 5 and Sunday October 6

Immerse Yourself in Art!

The Madawaska Valley has always inspired and attracted artists with its natural beauty and unique cultural heritage. That tradition continues this year, as the 2023 Studio Tour welcomes five new studios and three new guests to its roster, along with many returning favourites.

Visit artists in their studios during the two-day summer and fall weekend tours. You’ll have the opportunity to view and purchase one-of-kind art and fine craft, meet new artists and youth guests, and experience live demonstrations. Discover how wood, clay, metal, fabric, glass, leather and canvas transform in the makers’ hands.

The Madawaska Valley Studio Tour is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Algonquin nation. Take a drive through historic routes and explore the highlands and valleys during our summer and fall weekend tours. Discover what we call home!

Several of our studios are open year-round. We invite you to discover the Madawaska Valley at your leisure — spring, summer, fall or winter.

Please note that a few of our studios are only open for the fall tour. Not all studios take credit cards.

Website banner illustration by Genevieve Townsend.

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Joyce Burkholder

Genevieve Townsend

Hill Pottery

The Herd’s Throne

Canada in the Wild

Little Creek Pottery Studio

Wildcraft Studio

Linda Sorensen

Kelly MacLeod

Bee Kind Organics

Rrijoice Tie-Dyes

Sylvia Tennisco

Solar Woodcuts

Fraser Knives

Tanya Lyons Glass

Northern Viking Farm

Madawaska Metal Works

Jessica Lin Photography

Spark Pottery

AquaRose Gems and Minerals

Opeongo Soaps

Laurie Dodge

Beaux Arbres Basketry

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Private Tours

We offer customized, door-to-door group, special occasion and corporate bus tours to wineries, distilleries, cideries and craft breweries in the Ottawa Valley . 

Specialists in curating hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind guided wine tours, we love what we do. Let us plan something special just for you!

La Vida Local is an Ottawa-based epicurean adventure company that offers guided food and wine bus tours across rural Eastern Ontario and West Quebec.

From 20+ vineyards producing cold-hardy grapes and award-winning wines, to artisan cheesemakers, cideries and craft distilleries, the Ottawa Valley is an agri-tourist’s dream. Yet, very few people are aware of the rich bounty available within 100 km of Parliament Hill.

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CENTENNIAL FLAME

The Centennial Flame offers a superb view of the Parliament Buildings . Time to get out your camera! The flame burns year-round, in summer and winter alike!

CHANGING OF THE GUARD

Daily from the end of June until the end of August when weather makes it possible.

NORTHERN LIGHTS

BOAT CRUISE ON THE OTTAWA RIVER

BYWARD MARKET 

Open year round.

SPARKS STREET MALL 

It is also home to a wide variety of events and activities throughout the year.

RIDE ON THE RIDEAU CANAL

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF HISTORY

Visit the Canadian Children's Museum for a trip around the world, where you and your children will discover a host of fascinating people and places. The complex also features an IMAX theatre .

NOTRE-DAME CATHEDRAL BASILICA

This magnificent Neo-Gothic style cathedral was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1990 because of its great heritage value. The building's notable features include its stone exterior, its two square towers, an ornately decorated interior with vaulted ceilings and extensive woodwork, and its interior sculptures carved by notable Canadian sculptor, Philippe Hebert .

Visits are not permitted during mass hours. 

GATINEAU PARK

This park, just 15 minutes from downtown Ottawa, is the largest green space in the Outaouais region , known for its rich biodiversity and its rolling green hills and forests . People come here in summer to visit historic sites , such as the Mackenzie-King Estate, to hike along its 183 km of trails (accessible from April 15 to September 15), and to cycle , swim and camp . In winter, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are the activities of predilection.

There are also scenic drives leading to lookouts, lakes and waterfalls. The park is open 24 hours a day, all year round, except during severe weather.

Optional activities

• Canadian Museum of History
• Guided walking tour of Ottawa

Where to eat

• $ Inexpensive
• $$ Moderate
• $$$ Upscale
• $$$$ Fine dining

SANSOTEI RAMEN ($$)

The first Sansotei Ramen opened in Toronto and it now has several locations including this one in Ottawa, which is gaining new fans all the time. They serve a wide variety of ramen noodle soups made from broths prepared daily on site and side dishes such as chicken wings, Zangi (fried chicken), gyoza (pan-fried Japanese pork dumplings), seaweed salad and gyudon (rice with beef and caramelized onions). If you're in the mood for dessert, try the mango cheesecake.

FLORA HALL BREWING ($$)

This brewpub opened in October 2017 in a remodelled 1927 building that formerly housed an automotive radio repair business. It has since become a popular Ottawa gathering place with its wide variety of quality craft beers, warm and welcoming space, and menu offering creative and contemporary takes on classic comfort foods from around the globe, with ingredients sourced locally and seasonally.

TOWN ($$-$$$)

Their slogan, “Town loves you and wants you to be happy”, says it all! Creative cuisine made with fresh locally-sourced ingredients, accompanied by good music, a warm atmosphere and excellent service, at a reasonable price.

PLAY FOOD & WINE ($$$)

Play food & wine offers generous small plates to share, with a solid selection of sweet and savory dishes, charcuteries and cheeses, and the perfect wines by the glass to accompany them. Local, sustainable and seasonal products from local farms are used in the kitchen.

BECKTA DINING & WINE ($$$$)

Beckta Dining & Wine is the flagship restaurant of Stephen Beckta, one of Ottawa's most renowned chefs. You will love the refined, modern, seasonal cuisine, prepared with local organic produce. The exceptional service adds to the pleasure of your fine dining experience.

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Canadian tulip festival.

Dates: mid-May

What began with a gift from the Netherlands as a symbol of international friendship quickly blossomed into one of the most celebrated festivals in Canada and the largest tulip festival in the world. Ottawa, with its official flower, the tulip, has become the tulip capital of North America. The highest concentration of tulips can be viewed in Commissioners Park, where some 300,000 flowers bloom. A shuttle service follows the Tulip Route, allowing visitors to admire the colourful tulip beds and spectacular gardens along the canal.

Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival

Dates: end June

Ottawa's Dragon Boat Festival is the largest of its kind in North America. The festival takes place at Mooney’s Bay Park. About 200 teams made up of some 5,000 paddlers compete in different race categories. More than 70,000 spectators enjoy a wide range of on-site cultural presentations, concerts and family activities.

Ottawa Bluesfest

Dates: July 

RBC Ottawa Bluesfest is one of the top ten music festivals in the world, according to Billboard Magazine. It is a multi-staged, two-week music showcase featuring some of the best talent available on the planet. Blues, R&B, rock, pop and much more.

Casino du Lac-Leamy Sound of Light

Dates: August 

The Casino du Lac-Leamy Sound of Light is one of the largest fireworks competitions in Canada. Watch the sky over the lovely shores of Leamy Lake light up in a dazzling pyromusical display. Magical moments, colourful lights, music and entertainment combine to create a fun atmosphere that will appeal to the whole family.

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