The one thing we hear most often is: 'This year, I'm focusing on giving experiences,' and we couldn't agree more! Experience gifts are ideal for anyone who seems to have it all, could use a little joy, or wants to discover more of the world. This holiday season, why not treat them to an unforgettable adventure full of surprises and excitement? Our gift cards make for the ultimate gift this holiday season, but we understand that you might prefer to pick out the perfect trip yourself!
Here are our top picks for the different travellers in your life in Ontario. Gift guides for our other provinces can be found here.
For the adventurer
Markets to Mountains (Toronto/Barrie)
From cute markets to mountainside hikes, Markets to Mountains provides you with all the stops for a cozy yet adventurous day trip in Ontario. We highly recommend booking a hotel at the finishing stop for the ultimate weekend getaway.
Escape to Nature (Toronto/KW)
Explore tiny towns and easy outdoor adventures before cozying up at a local cafe or brewery. During the winter, activities include ice skating and snowshoeing!
Weird & Wonderful (Toronto/Kingston)
This road trip takes you north towards beautiful sights, unusual attractions and secluded waterfalls. The travel time from Toronto is quite far, so be prepared for an early morning or plan ahead by booking one of our recommended accommodations.
Backroad Bliss (Ottawa/Montreal)
This trip is perfect for Ottawans, Montrealers, and everyone in between! From waterfalls and a more challenging hike to ridiculously cute towns, shops and restaurants, there is a little bit of everything when you hit the backroads. This trip takes you to great spots in Québec!
For the animal lover
Country Farms & Furry Friends (Toronto/KW)
Alpacas, donkeys and goats - oh my! Start your day off at a funky country market, before hanging with the birds and ending the day with some furry friends.
For the small towns and country roads
Small Town Charm Trail (London/Toronto)
You know those towns that are described as 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it'? They often have the most amazing hidden gems! Get to know a few small pockets of Ontario with this surprise road trip.
Local Markets & Picturesque Towns (London/Toronto)
One of our best-selling trips, and for a good reason. Stops include historic towns, local markets, eateries and hidden gems. This trip makes a great gift because of its versatility.
An Adventure is Brewing (London/KW/Toronto)
This road trip takes you on the perfect summer adventure filled with lavender fields, funky hidden gems, beaches and unique wineries and breweries. This is our featured summer trip and is best taken mid-May to early-October!
All the Pretty Things (Ottawa/Kingston)
Take in all the pretty views and things on this picturesque trip. The itinerary is packed with stunning viewpoints, historic attractions and delicious restaurants and wineries.
For the romantic
Funky Florals & Fine Wines (Toronto)
This pretty little road trip offers quite a few hidden gems combined with some iconic attractions. Must enjoy: wine, food and flowers
Wine Time & Hidden Gems (Toronto/Kingston)
This trip requires a little more driving, but we promise it's worth it. We've found quite a few hidden quirks and gems along the route which we know you'll love. We've packed the last stop full of great recommendations in case you want to make this day trip into an overnighter.
Local Markets & Picturesque Towns (London/Toronto)
One of our best-selling trips, and for a good reason. Stops include historic towns, local markets, eateries and hidden gems. This trip makes a great gift because of its versatility.
For the beer lover
Hops, Hikes & History (London/KW)
There is so much more to this trip than the name implies. This itinerary will take you to a number of unknown areas you'll fall in love with. The hops, hikes and history are just the added perks.
Brews, Bites & Everything Nice (Ottawa)
This trip is very true to its name...the coolest brews, the tastiest bites and everything else is very nice. This itinerary has it all and is not too far from the city.
An Adventure is Brewing (London/KW/Toronto)
This road trip takes you on the perfect summer adventure filled with lavender fields, funky hidden gems, beaches and unique wineries and breweries. This is our featured summer trip and is best taken mid-May to early-October!
For the wine lover
Funky Florals & Fine Wines (Toronto)
This pretty little road trip offers quite a few hidden gems combined with some iconic attractions. Must enjoy: wine, food and flowers
Wine Time & Hidden Gems (Toronto/Kingston)
This trip requires a little more driving, but we promise it's worth it. We've found quite a few hidden quirks and gems along the route which we know you'll love. We've packed the last stop full of great recommendations in case you want to make this day trip into an overnighter.
An Adventure is Brewing (London/KW/Toronto)
This road trip takes you on the perfect summer adventure filled with lavender fields, funky hidden gems, beaches and unique wineries and breweries. This is our featured summer trip and is best taken mid-May to early-October!
For the family
Country Farms & Furry Friends (Toronto/KW)
Alpacas, donkeys and goats - oh my! Start your day off at a funky country market, before hanging with the birds and ending the day with some furry friends.
Bridges to Beaches (London/KW)
Picturesque bridges to sandy beaches and everything in between. This trip takes you off the beaten path to some of our favourite places in Ontario.
Vistas & Caves (Toronto/KW/Barrie)
This road trip is a quick jaunt north of Toronto and is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. It really is the perfect mix of everything.
Quirky Adventures (Ottawa)
Quirky cafes, funky little shops and adventures for everyone. Quirky Adventures is definitely the fan favourite within the Ottawa area.
For the eccentric
Spooky Sights & Ghostly Tales (Toronto/KW)
Spooky ruins, abandoned buildings, and haunted mansions make up this ghostly road trip. Perfect for history buffs & paranormal seekers! We've even included a fun scavenger hunt!
Historic Haunts (Toronto/London)
If you're a fan of ghost stories and unusual attractions, this trip is for you! We've rounded up the spookiest attractions for a 'Haunted History' route.
Beautifully Haunted (Toronto/Niagara)
Beautifully eerie and oh so haunted! This outdoorsy road trip is full of spooky spots set along a picturesque driving route. A few local eateries and trails are sprinkled throughout the day to keep your energy up while ghost hunting.
For everyone
Gift cards provide the ultimate flexibility and personalization - you can find them in our merch section, and we've written a blog post covering everything you need to know about them.
Take the quiz for more help finding the perfect road trip!
More gift guides:
- The Ultimate Guess Where Trips Gift Guide
- The Canadian Gift Guide (British Columbia, Alberta & Nova Scotia)
- The Northeast Gift Guide (From DC/Maryland to New England)
- The Midwest Gift Guide
- The Southeast Gift Guide (Florida, Georgia & North Carolina)
- The California Gift Guide
- 7 Great Experience Christmas Gifts
