Ottawa, the beautiful capital

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Nestled at the junction of three picturesque rivers, Ottawa is considered one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. Ottawa abounds with must-see attractions such as the Parliament Hill, the ByWard Market, the Rideau Canal, and several national museums.

Enjoy your stay by lodging right in the city center to discover the many shops and restaurants, particularly around the ByWard Market.

Includes

Luxury coach transportation
1 night accommodation at the Lord Elgin located downtown
1 full hot and cold breakfast
2 dinners
Following activities
- In May
  - Narrated cruise on the Ottawa river
  - Visit to Commissioners Park to admire the tulips
  - Guided visit to the RCMP Musical Ride stables (Royal Canadian Mounted Police)
- In October
  - Guided tour of the Canadian Museum of History
  - Free time in downtown Ottawa
- Visit to Madahoki Farm
- Visit to Diefenbunker
- City tour of Ottawa by your group leader to discover the Capital as well as Parliament Hill
- Free time at ByWard Market
- Visit and tasting at St-Albert Cheese Factory
Services of a Gendrontours group leader
Restaurant gratuities
Protection offered by the Travel Agents Client Compensation Fund
Taxes

Not included

Meals and activities other than those mentioned

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Itinerary:

Itinerary May 10, 2026

Day 1

Departure according to the indicated times.

Arrival in Ottawa.

Narrated cruise on the Ottawa River
From Château Laurier to Dow Lake, discovery of about thirty landmark sites in Ottawa’s history, with anecdotes. Please dress according to the weather.

Free lunch ($).

Visit and walk in Commissioners Park – Dow Lake.
Walk through a landscape of blooming tulips (about 300,000 tulips).

Visit to Mādahòkì Farm
Discovery of an authentic Indigenous culture at this rural site located in the city of Ottawa. The name of the farm, which means “sharing the land” in the Anishinaabe language, reflects its agricultural and community orientation. Connection to Indigenous culture through the land, animals, and stories.

Traditional group supper at Mādahòkì Farm.

Arrival at the Lord Elgin Hotel.
Historic hotel on Elgin Street, a few steps from the National Arts Centre, Rideau Canal, and Parliament Hill.

Free evening.

Day 2

Breakfast at the hotel.

Luggage out.

City tour by your Ottawa group leader, including Parliament Hill.

Visit to the Diefenbunker
Dive into history by discovering this impressive four-story underground bunker, former central communications headquarters of the country during the Cold War, today a museum and unique national historic site.

Group lunch at the ByWard Market.

Free time to explore the ByWard Market.
Lively historic neighborhood with restaurants, cafés, bars, and boutiques. Immersion in the unique elegance of French culture, where flavors, sounds, and colors blend for a memorable experience.

Visit to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride
Approximately 30-minute show presenting complex figures and choreographed exercises to music, by a troupe of 32 riders (police officers) and their mounts.

Visit to the St-Albert Cheese Factory
Discovery of the cheddar production stages, observation of the work through large windows overlooking the production area, then visit to the cheese shop and fine grocery.

Possibility of dinner ($) on site.

Return to your pickup point.

Itinerary May 12, 2026

Day 1

Departure according to the indicated times.

Visit to Fromagerie St-Albert
Discovery of the cheddar production steps, observation of the work through large windows overlooking the production area, then visit to the cheese shop and fine grocery.

Arrival in Ottawa.

Group dinner at ByWard Market.

Free time at ByWard Market
Lively historic neighborhood with restaurants, cafés, bars, and boutiques. Immersion in the unique elegance of French culture, where flavors, sounds, and colors blend for a memorable experience.

Commented cruise on the Ottawa River
From Château Laurier to Dow’s Lake, discovery of about thirty landmark sites in Ottawa’s history, with anecdotes. Please dress according to the weather.

Arrival at the Lord Elgin Hotel.
Historic hotel on Elgin Street, a few steps from the National Arts Centre, Rideau Canal, and Parliament Hill.

Free dinner ($).

Free evening.

Day 2

Breakfast at the hotel.

Luggage departure.

City tour by your group leader from Ottawa, including Parliament Hill.

Visit and walk in Commissioners Park – Dow’s Lake.
Walk through a landscape of blooming tulips (approximately 300,000 tulips).

Visit to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Carousel
Approximately 30-minute show featuring complex figures and choreographed exercises set to music, performed by a troupe of 32 riders (police officers) and their mounts.

Free lunch ($).

Visit to Mādahòkì Farm
Discovery of an authentic Indigenous culture at this rural site located in the city of Ottawa. The farm’s name, meaning “sharing the land” in the Anishinaabe language, reflects its agricultural and community orientation. Connection to Indigenous culture through the land, animals, and stories.

Traditional group dinner at Mādahòkì Farm.

Return to your embarkation point.

Itinerary October 18, 2026

Day 1

Departure at the times indicated.

Arrival and traditional dinner at Mādahòkì Farm.

Arrival at the Lord Elgin Hotel.
Historic hotel on Elgin Street, a few steps from the National Arts Centre, Rideau Canal, and Parliament Hill.

Free dinner ($).

Free evening.

Day 2

Breakfast at the hotel.

Luggage check-out.

City tour by your Ottawa group leader, including Parliament Hill.

Free time to explore the ByWard Market.
Lively historic district with restaurants, cafés, bars, and shops. Immersion in the unique elegance of French culture, where flavors, sounds, and colors blend for a memorable experience.

Group lunch at the ByWard Market.

Guided visit to the Canadian Museum of History.
Visitors can explore captivating exhibits that highlight the history of the First Nations, the development of Canada, and its evolution through the centuries.

Visit to the St-Albert Cheese Factory
Discovery of the cheddar production stages, observation of the work through large windows overlooking the production area, then a stop at the cheese shop and fine grocery.

Dinner option ($) on site.

Return to your embarkation point.

Bus:

2 motorcoaches on the road to serve you better

Our motorcoaches feature 56 seats with increased legroom, as well as the following:

14 VIP seats at the front of the motorcoach (better view, faster boarding and disembarking, as well as proximity to the guide and driver)
A tray table** for your leisure activities and meals (VIP seats)
Air-conditioned motorcoaches
On-board restroom
Seat belts
Several shared multimedia screens
Microphone system for the tour escort
Illuminated aisles
Luggage storage above the seats and under the motorcoach

Please note that we have our own team of driver-guides who make all the difference, as well as our maintenance team, which ensures our motorcoaches are well cared for between trips.

** Tray table available on board Voyages Gendron motorcoaches only. Not offered on our partners’ motorcoaches.

It is possible to choose your seat when booking a motorcoach trip. For certain trips, a fee of $15 per person per day applies in order to obtain a seat in the first 4 rows of the motorcoach (blue section of the plan). Passengers keep their selected seat for the entire duration of their stay.

Please note that Voyages Gendron has a range of packages during busy touristic periods. Several trips take place at the same time. To insure the trips, Voyages Gendron can count on the quality services of its coach operator partners who will be at your service.