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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 the road. This trip is best enjoyed between June - October 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 October. 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
  • Dog-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 - October!

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

You can bring your pup on Secrets in the South!

The trip includes patio options for when it's warm & takeaway that works well for your pet. There will also be at least one dog-friendly activity at each stop. If you bring your furry friend, you will be unable to bring them into any indoor suggestions.

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.

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A fun girls weekend

We had a great time on Secrets of the South. Saw places and did things we would never have found on our own. Loved the tips in the itinerary. Was fun seeing the guest books at places signed by others from Guess Where. Will do another one for sure!

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Great Road Trip

We've done a few of these road trips and love them, they bring us to great places and landmarks we would have never found or thought to go to. Can't wait to try some of the US bound ones!

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Nancy Tavares
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The greatest gift idea

No matter the occasion, I have given these trips for so many different reasons. Retirement, teacher gift, anniversary, Mother’s Day any occasion these trips are the perfect way to say what how you appreciate your friend/ family.

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Girl Trip!

We loved this trip! It was relaxing and just a good time! The stops for food were awesome and unique. I would do this trip again!

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A fun and surprising journey

This trip took us on a varied adventure with many different types of places to see and things to do.
Very well curated and we had a blast.

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