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Highlights of Ottawa School Trip
Thousand Islands S.S | Tina Poldervaart-Leakey
EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006
Students will immerse themselves in the heart of Canada’s capital. They will explore and learn about Canada’s culture, heritage, Parliament and more.
Activities & Attractions
- Guided tour of the Parliament buildings
- Participate in Tree Top Trekking at Camp Fortune
- Discover the Rideau Centre for shopping and lunch
- Take a walking tour in Downtown Ottawa and learn more about the Rideau Lock System, the National War Memorial, and the Parliament Buildings
- Guided tour of the Museum of History
- Participate in a mock trial and guided tour of the Supreme Court
- Roll your way to glory in an Evolve Bowling Tournament!
- Lunch and exploration time in Canada’s famous and historical Byward Market
- Spend an evening at the always-favourite Fun Haven
- Tour of the Canadian Museum of Nature
**Make sure to ask your Evolve rep if there are any adjustments you wish to make to your itinerary**
Trip Details
Accommodations
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Ottawa’s Algonquin College Residences
- Quadruple accommodation for students
- Double accommodation for staff
Meals
- 2 breakfasts included in tour cost
- 2 dinners included in tour cost
- Lunches are not included in tour cost. Please pack lunch from home on the first day
Transportation
- Transportation T.B.D or organized by the school
Additional Personnel
- 1 Evolve Tours Leaders from 9am to Dinner
- Night Security from 10 PM – 6 AM
Exclusives
- Pre and Post trip curriculum
- Creative trip programming and leadership activities
- Optional Videography and Photography
- Forever Green by Evolve Tours- Carbon Offset this whole trip (ask for details)
Insurance
- Optional: Add $69 for Medical insurance, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
Package Price is based on
- Prices subject to availability and change until contract signed
- Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
- Does not include airline baggage fees if applicable
- Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated
- This quote expires Sept 30th, 2024
- Happy with what you see? Sign a 2-year contract with Evolve and pay the same rate for two years. Ask us for more information. *Based on same group size
Itinerary
Day 1:
Depart for Ottawa
8:15 AM Meet at school and load luggage onto the bus.
8:30 AM Depart for Ottawa
11:15 AM Arrival in Ottawa
2:00 PM Participate in a tour of the Canadian Museum of Nature
3:30 PM Meet with Deputy Minister at the West Block of Parliament.
5:00 PM Depart for dinner.
5:45 PM Enjoy a group dinner.
7:30 PM Roll your way to glory in an Evolve Bowling Tournament!
8:30 PM Depart.
9:00 PM Arrive at our accommodations and check in for the evening. Residence & Conference Centre – Ottawa West – Algonquin College. Security on duty from 10 PM – 6 AM.
Day 2:
Enjoy Ottawa
7:00 AM Breakfast as a group at the Algonquin College. The group will be split into three smaller groups for the rest of the day.
8:00 AM Depart.
9:00 AM Participate in Tree Top Trekking at Camp Fortune.
12:15 PM Depart.
12:45 PM Enjoy lunch and shopping at the Rideau Centre.
2:30 PM Depart on a driving tour of Sussex Drive to see numerous Embassies, Rideau Hall, and the Prime Minister’s Residence. Disembark to visit the National War Memorial and Rideau Canal, time pending.
4:00 PM Take a self-guided tour of the Canadian War Museum.
5:30 PM Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
7:00 PM Depart.
7:30 PM Arrive at Fun Haven. Then, enjoy playing Laser Quest, and all the arcade games at Fun Haven!
9:30 PM Arrive back at the Residences and rest for the night. Security on duty from 10 PM – 6 AM.
Day 3:
Return Home
7:00 AM Enjoy breakfast as a group at the Residences. Check-out and load luggage onto the bus. The group will be split into three smaller groups for the morning.
9:45 AM Depart.
10:30 AM Arrive at the Supreme Court and enjoy a guided tour.
11:30 AM Lunch and leisure time at Byward Market.
1:00 PM Say goodbye to Ottawa and depart for home. Stops for restrooms, stretching, and snacks en route.
6:00 PM Approximate arrival at school
