Rendez-Vous Canada 2013 City Tours
The following City Tours are organized by Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation specifically for all RVC delegates.
Click here to register for a City Tour.
Tour 1- The Urban Cyclist
Explore some of Ottawa’s top attractions on wheels—bicycle wheels!
Hop on a bike for a short ride across the Ottawa River to the Canadian Museum of Civilization. Explore 1000 years of human history, marvel at the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles and see for yourself why this is Canada’s most-visited museum. Then cycle to Ottawa’s oldest stone building (1827), the Bytown Museum. Take a moment to learn about Ottawa, from the fur trade to the lumber years, the building of the Rideau Canal to the present day.
Level of Difficulty: 3 / 5* – Tour involves biking for short and long distances on flat and inclined terrain.
Min. 5 / Max. 30
*Level 1 is easy and Level 5 is most difficult
Tour 2 – Historical Voyage
Become a voyageur explorer and relive the story of Canada.
Begin your journey at the Bytown Museum, where Ottawa’s early history is shared, then pick up an oar and help paddle a voyageur canoe up the Ottawa River to your next destination, Aboriginal Experiences. Feel Native American culture come to life with a traditional welcome, participate in a traditional dance and enjoy a tasty lunch prepared on-site. Learn about Aboriginal customs, past and present.
Level of Difficulty: 4 / 5 – Tour involves paddling in moving water.
Min. 10 / Max. 30
Tour 3 – Local Flavours
(FULL)
Get a taste of the capital and discover why Ottawa is one of Canada’s top culinary destinations!
Today’s special is a tour of Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute, served with a tantalizing culinary demonstration and finished with a delicious tasting. Le Cordon Bleu is an internationally renowned culinary institution and Ottawa is home to their only Canadian campus.
Discover why this attraction has been named a Signature Experience by the Canadian Tourism Commission. For your next course, head to the ByWard Market neighbourhood and enjoy a Culinary Adventure Tour with C’est Bon Cooking. Enjoy small samples of local treats as you meet the farmers, restaurateurs and retailers who make this Ottawa’s most vibrant neighbourhood.
Level of Difficulty: 2 / 5 – Tour involves walking for 1 consecutive hour or longer.
Min. 12 / Max. 30
Tour 4 - Ease Into Nature (FULL)
In Canada’s Capital Region, nature and relaxation is at your doorstep!
Start with a brief stop at the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre for an overview of this natural playground so close to downtown. Learn about its rich history and the plants and animals that call it home. Have you ever closed your eyes and yearned to disappear to a peaceful oasis? Complete serenity is on offer at North America’s largest day spa tucked away in the woods nearby. Enjoy a tour of the spa, then bring your relaxation full-circle with a hint of aromatherapy: the last stop on this tour is the Old Chelsea Soapery!
Level of Difficulty: 1 / 5 – Tour involves a limited amount of walking.
Min. 5 / Max. 30
Tour 5 – A Sweet Escape
Spend a morning in Lanark County,the maple syrup capital of Ontario and let us show you the sweet side of Canadian culture!
Board the coach and let us pamper and entertain you while you cruise through the countryside. Before you know it, you will arrive at Fulton’s Pancake House & Sugar Bush, a family-run venue established 150 years ago! Learn how to make maple sugar and enjoy a walking tour of the property. Get to know the area by meeting some of the local businesses and sampling their products.
Level of Difficulty: 1 / 5 – Tour involves a limited amount of walking.
Min. 10 / Max. 45
Tour 6 – Adventure, A Stone’s Throw Away!
Want to add a bit of adventure to your pre-marketplace itinerary? Climb your way through some of the top attractions in the region!
The Outaouais area of Québec offers a wide variety of soft adventure activities. Start your morning at Camp Fortune with a brief tour of their Aerial Experience park, filled with rope bridges and ziplines through the trees. Now that you have seen some of the area’s finest outdoor adventure spots, head to Altitude Gym to explore a one-of-a-kind indoor rock-climbing facility.
Level of Difficulty: 4 / 5 – Tour involves walking, climbing, and some strenuous activity.
Min. 10 / Max. 25
Ottawa à la carte
Use Ottawa Tourism’s Attractions Passport to explore Canada’s capital the way YOU want to experience it! Gain access to the region’s museums, galleries, and most popular attractions…all on your own
schedule. If you need a little bit more guidance, let one of our experienced sightseeing tour companies show you what the city has to offer—on land or on the water.
Tour 7 – From Water to Wine – a Splash through the Ottawa Valley
Head out by motorcoach to the Ottawa Valley and the wonderful counties of Prescott and Russell.
Ever hear that the earth is made up of 70% water? You’ll see how true that is as you tour Calypso, Canada’s biggest theme waterpark. Ever wonder how much milk a cow can really produce in a lifetime? You’ll visit a farm and meet Smurf who holds the Guinness World Record for Highest milk yield in a lifetime. Ever wanted to try some of the most delicious treats that come from the Ottawa Valley? You’ll sample cheeses and wines from charming Eastern Ontario villages.
Level of Difficulty: 1/5 – Tour involves a limited amount of walking.
Min. 5 / Max. 15
Ottawa is a very popular spring-time destination so please ensure to register early in order to guarantee your participation.
