QUOTE
Highlights of Ottawa School Trip
Prepared for:
Philopateer Christian College | Phoebe Wasfy
Proposal Date: November 11, 2024
Valid until: December 11, 2024
EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006
Canada’s gargantuan Gothic Parliament buildings regally anchor the downtown core, an inspiring jumble of pulsing districts around the Rideau Canal. A few days’ worth of world-class museums are architecturally inspiring homes to a variety of intriguing collections. We look forward to showing students around the Nations Capital.
Activities & Attractions
- Tour of the Nature Museum
- Guided tour of the Parliament buildings
- 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 War Museum of Canada
- 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 on a Haunted Ghost walk
- Arrive at the Supreme Court and enjoy a guided tour.
**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
- 2 x private coach bus for duration of trip- equipped with A/C, T.V & DVD players, on-board washroom (56 passenger limit).
Additional Personnel
- 1 Evolve Tours Trip Leader
- 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 $39 for Medical insurance, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
Package Price is based on
Students
40-45
46-50
Chaperones
4
Price per student
$749+HST (Algonquin College) $799+HST (Hotel)
$689+HST (Algonquin College) $759+HST (Hotel)
- 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 October 31, 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
TICO #: 50017336
Itinerary
Day 1: April 21, 2025
Depart for Ottawa
| 7:00 AM | Meet at School and load luggage onto buses. |
| 7:30 AM | Depart for Ottawa! Stops for restrooms and stretching en route. Stop at the Big Apple on route to Ottawa. |
| 12:30PM | Enjoy a packed lunch from home on Parliament Hill. |
| 2:00PM | Guided tour of the Canadian War Museum. Visit Regeneration Hall and learn about how Canada’s military history helped shape our country. |
| 4:00PM | Check in to Accommodations |
| 4:30PM | Guided walking tour |
| 6:30PM | Group dinner |
| 8:00PM | Ghost walking tour |
| 9:30PM | Sleep |
Day 2: April 22, 2025
Enjoy Ottawa
| 7:30 AM | Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. |
| 8:30 AM | Depart. |
| 9:00AM | Rideau Hall |
| 10:00AM | RCMP Stables |
| 11:30 AM | Enjoy a guided tour of the Supreme Court and participate in a mock trial. |
| 1:00 PM | Free time for lunch and exploration in Byward Market, the longest standing marketplace in Canada. |
| 2:30PM | Museum of History |
| 4:30 PM | Visit the museum of Civilization |
| 6:30PM | Group Dinner |
| 8:00PM | Bowling Tournament |
9:45PM Return back to Dorms
Day 3: April 23, 2025
Return Home
| 7:45 AM | Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. |
| 8:45 AM | Check-out of hotel, load luggage onto buses, and depart. |
| 9:30 AM | Sussex Drive |
| 10:15 AM | Discover the Royal Canadian Mint on a guided tour. |
| 12:30 PM | Depart Ottawa |
| 1:00 PM | Say goodbye to Ottawa and depart for home. Stops en route for restrooms, stretching, and snacks. |
| 7:00 PM | Approximate time of arrival at School |
