Central Ontario
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Distance: Approx 1100 km
Dates: September 26-28, 2008
Day 1: Prince Edward County – Orangeville to Gananoque
Distance: 400 km
Simcoe County Highlands
Our journey begins in beautiful Hockley Valley . We'll journey through valleys of picturesque farms and forests, gigantic boulders, and rail fences as we travel east across Ontario .
Prince Edward Country
Here we'll ride along some of the oldest roads in Ontario . You'll enjoy a spectacular coastline of unspoiled countryside, pastoral farms, dozens of roadside stands , and giant sand dunes.
Gananoque
We'll end our day in Gananoque, a charming town located on the St. Lawrence River in the heart of the Thousand Islands . Our final night will be spent at the enchanting and historic Gananoque Inn.
Here you can relax on the Inn 's beautifully-landscaped lawn, which runs down to the water's edge. You can sit and watch the boats at the private 500-foot dock, or you can view the activities on the town dock a short distance away.
Dinner: Gananoque Inn
Day 2: Central and Eastern Ontario –Gananoque to Haliburton
Distance: 350 km
Canadian Shield
We'll pass through rugged terrain and into pioneer country, where dreams were born and lost. We'll wind through remote regions of mountain scenery and historic hamlets with steep hills, twists and curves, plateaus, and valleys.
You'll enjoy shopping for original art and crafts in the picture-postcard villages that line the Rideau Canal corridor. We'll stop in traditional villages and towns that boast three centuries of Canadian heritage. Merrickville, one of our stops, is considered one of the prettiest towns in Canada .
Heading north we'll venture through the rocky granite of the Canadian Shield . We'll view white pines and birch trees rising up alongside the highway. As we wind our way west we'll soak up the wilderness, granite beauty, and remote splendor of hardwood forests, sparkling rivers and pristine lakes.
Haliburton Highlands
As we enter the Haliburton Highlands we'll gaze out over glorious lakes and sandy beaches; winding, racing, and meandering rivers; rocky islands adorned with windswept pines, and stunning scenery tucked around every inlet and cove.
We'll arrive at the picturesque and newly renovated Delta Pinestone Resort in plenty of time for you to enjoy the area's many attractions.
On-site activities include tennis, volleyball, an outdoor pool, hiking trails, and a whirlpool. Our stay also includes the options to golf on the resort's 18-hole course, or enjoy on-site spa services.
Dinner: Delta Pinestone Resort
Day 3: Central Ontario - Haliburton to Orangeville
Distance: 300 km (following the scenic route)
This morning we'll pack up and bid adieu. We'll say farewell to Haliburton.
As our tour draws to a close we'll pass through vast lowlands of spruce and maple. enjoy a We'll take the scenic route so you can maximize your riding experience and enjoy the beauty of this unique region. You'll savor a relaxing ride home to end a rejuvenating and refreshing adventure.
| Prices: | Cdn. | $929 plus GST* $120 Single Supplement +GST* |
| USD | $929 plus GST* $120 Single Supplement +GST* |