Join us for a journey to Ottawa, the nation’s capital, during the enchanting tulip time. The tradition of Ottawa’s magnificent bloom began with the historic royal gift of tulips by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands in 1945. Experience the beauty of impressive tulip displays, including Commissioners Park alongside Dow’s Lake – one of the most popular spots to enjoy the beautiful displays. We will stay at the historic Lord Elgin Hotel, just steps away from downtown. We’ve included lots of activities to fill your time including a city tour, RCMP Stables, a dinner show at Oh Canada Eh!, a guided tour of Rideau Hall, the Diefenbunker Museum, and much more! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Ottawa’s love affair with tulips!
Activity Level: Very Active. Please note that this is an active tour and involves some walking tours that would be not suitable for those with mobility constraints.
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Day 1 – Sunday May 12, 2024 | Depart for Ottawa
Board our motor coach at one of our pre-determined pickup locations to head to the Nation’s Capital! Along the route, we’ll have comfort breaks including a stop for lunch. On arrival in Ottawa, we’ll enjoy an exciting city tour, making stops at popular tulip locations including Dow’s Lake and Commissioners Park! After our city tour, we’ll check in to the Lord Elgin Hotel for 2 nights. The day concludes with free time to relax, explore and enjoy dinner on your own!
Day 2 – Monday May 13, 2024 | Ottawa (B, D)
The day begins with an included breakfast at the hotel! We’ll start our morning with a visit to the RCMP Stables for a short tour. The adventure continues with an included visit to Rideau Hall, the residence and workplace of the Governor General of Canada. For lunch, we’ll have the opportunity to explore the diverse options at Byward Market. After lunch we will return to the hotel or you can remain in Byward shopping and return to the hotel at your own pace. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. This evening we will attend the famed Oh Canada Eh! Theatre Show – a family friendly musical production celebrating all things Canadian with an included dinner served by the performers!
Day 3 – Tuesday May 14, 2024 | Ottawa – Home (B)
Begin your day with an included breakfast at the hotel before checking out of the Lord Elgin Hotel. On our way out of town, we’ll visit the intriguing Diefenbunker Museum, an underground bunker commissioned by Prime Minister John Diefenbaker in 1959 which now serves as Canada’s Cold War museum. The journey continues with a visit to Merrickville, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at your leisure, and explore this charming little village. After lunch, our coach will return you to your original pickup locations bidding you farewell!
B – Breakfast | L – Lunch | D – Dinner