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Secrets in the South

Secrets in the South

$65.00 USD
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One trip is required per group.

* "PDF Instant Download" means the trip will be sent by email as a PDF document, and not by mail (the email is sent immediately after completing your purchase)

WHAT TO EXPECT

With funky markets, scenic roads, and the most picturesque towns, you'll love all of the secrets you discover on this road trip. This trip is best enjoyed between June - September as there are a handful of fabulous seasonal suggestions.

Trip Highlights

  • A few fun & funky markets and local eateries
  • Scenic hikes with some non-hiking alternatives
  • A countryside winery
  • The most adorable hamlet
  • A beach town with a couple of secrets
  • A seasonal lavender farm on a picturesque property

AVAILABLE TO DEPART

This trip is best done Wednesday through Sunday, from June to September. We do not recommend taking it outside of these dates due to closures.

SUGGESTED FOR

  • Active families and couples
  • Seniors
  • Photographers
  • History buffs
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Itinerary

STOP 1

Welcome to the country! Your first stop will allow you to stretch your legs before grabbing a nearby snack. Drive time to the second stop is 15 minutes.

STOP 2

The second stop will take you to a tiny village you'll fall in love with. Drive time to the third stop is only 5 minutes.

STOP 3

A short hike to take in the country air, a local small winery, or a lavender farm if the timing is right. The choice is yours! Drive time to the fourth stop is approximately 20 minutes.

STOP 4

End your day in an area with a few secrets and local wonders in a great beach town. There's a lot to do here!

Region

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Can depart from

Sarnia Area, London Area, Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Toronto Area

Before you go

What You'll Need to Bring

  • Bathing Suit
  • Camera
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Money
  • Outdoor Gear
  • Reusable Shopping Bags
  • Road Trip Snacks
  • Walking Shoes
  • Water

Additional Details

  • Kid-Friendly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We're here to help!

Please see the approximate driving distances below. Please note this just includes round-trip driving distances and not time spent at stops:

  • From London: 2 hours and 10 minutes / 140 km
  • From Chatham: 3 hours and 40 minutes / 310 km
  • From Kitchener/Waterloo: 3 hours and 25 minutes / 282 km
  • From Hamilton: 3 hours and 35 minutes / 320 km
  • From Mississauga: 4 hours and 21 minutes / 405 km
  • From Windsor: 5 hours and 10 minutes / 460 km
  • From Sarnia: 3 hours 36 minutes / 324 km

This trip can be done from Wednesday - Sunday and is best done between June - September!

We recommend leaving anytime between 8:30 am - 9:30 am.

This trip is somewhat pet-friendly! There will be at least one dog-friendly activity at each stop; however, the majority of our shop and eatery/winery suggestions will not allow dogs inside, so you may be limited to take-out options. We recommend coordinating with the weather if you're bringing your furry friend.

We recommend bringing between 2- 5 people on your surprise road trip adventure.

A few of our suggestions on the fourth stop have an entrance fee however we have included lots of free things to do as well!

After booking your trip, we'll send you a confirmation email with a few recommended accommodation options.

Customer Reviews

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Melissa Schmidt
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Rachel Couto
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Good trip but be mindful of when you go

This had some great stops but be mindful of when you go as most things were either closed or closing very early when we went on this. I know Guess Where does a good job of recommending best days so make sure to follow that and for this one - if you’re from GTA - start early as most things closed early.

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Julia Cranfield
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great day out!

this trip was a great day out with a beautiful ending destination! Went with my sister and mom and made for a great girls day out :)

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Deanna Keating
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Small and simple trip that was fairly good for kids. We loved the first stop to explore though some of the walking was cut short due to time of year and flooding. Was cool so explore the area we just moved to, which was why we purchased this trip in the first place. I have done tons of these trips, I would say this wasn’t exactly my favourite but still good.

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Sara MacLeod
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Loved it - great day with my sisters and mom - gift for mom and she kept raving

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