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Bayside Wonders

Bayside Wonders

$65.00 CAD
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Only 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

The perfect blend of charming small towns, farmers markets, and wine tastings mixed with epic waterfalls and a couple unique trails. Bayside Wonders is a bit farther, which makes for an incredible weekend getaway!

Please note: A couple recommendations have been moved from The Waterfall Route to this new trip. There are still tons of new spots to explore! 

Trip Highlights

  • 3 waterfalls to explore
  • Cute small towns full of bakeries and shops
  • Take in scenic views
  • A picturesque local winery
  • Get your toes in the sand
  • Multiple recommendations included on every stop

AVAILABLE TO DEPART

Days of the week: Wednesday through Sunday

Seasons: Year-round

Not recommended: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Holidays

PLEASE NOTE

We recommend booking accommodation as this trip makes for a great overnight getaway.

Group of friends sharing wine in a field
Baked goods on display on top of a cake stand with a glass lid
Waterfall
Wooden boardwalk leading through a lush green forest
Boutique shop with lots of trinkets on display.

Itinerary

STOP 1

From quaint shops and eateries to a historic photo op, this quaint small town is the perfect place to start the day. Drive time to the second stop is 10 minutes.

STOP 2

It's time to head to a countryside farm market to grab some goodies, then picnic beachside or relax at a heartwarming park! Drive time to the third stop is 17 minutes.

STOP 3

Whether you’re interested in a beautiful view, a countryside winery, or a scenic trail, we've got you covered with fantastic recommendations. Drive time to the fourth stop is 20 minutes.

STOP 4

End your day wandering past a number of local waterfalls and filling your camera roll. If you’re hungry or are interested in a museum instead, head into one last charming town.

Region

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Can depart from

Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Toronto Area, Barrie Area

Before you go

What You'll Need to Bring

  • Camera
  • Cash
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Outdoor Gear
  • Reusable Shopping Bags
  • Road Trip Snacks
  • Water
  • Bug Spray
  • An Ice Pack and Cooler
  • Bathing Suit
  • Beach Towel

Additional Details

  • Kid-Friendly
  • Dog-Friendly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We're here to help!

See the approximate total round-trip driving distances/times below. These are driving distances only and do not factor in time spent at stops.

  • From Toronto: 5 hours and 28 minutes / 419 km
  • From Kitchener: 4 hours and 45 minutes / 349 km
  • From Kincardine: 3 hours and 35 minutes / 268 km
  • From Barrie: 3 hours and 45 minutes / 251 km
  • From Kincardine: 3 hours and 22 minutes / 255 km
  • From Collingwood: 2 hours 15 minutes / 150 km

This trip is best done between Wednesday - Sunday any time of the year.

We recommend departing around 8:00 am if you’re coming from the GTA, or around 9:00 am if you're coming from Barrie. This trip is long for one day, but so worth it!

You can bring your pup on this trip!

At every stop there will be at least one pet-friendly option. Please keep your dog on a leash at all times, and note that our shop and eatery suggestions most often only allow pets on their patio. When in doubt, we recommend confirming pet regulations with certain locations.

We recommended bringing up to 5 people on your surprise road trip. If you're bringing a larger group, we highly recommend having one person in charge of booking reservations at the restaurants and attractions in advance. In your confirmation email, you'll receive a copy of the itinerary.

First Stop: No fee

Second Stop: One beach option has a parking fee ($) from May - Oct. We’ve provided other free options.

Third Stop: No fee

Fourth Stop: Two stops require small entrance fees ($). We’ve provided several free options.

*Please note: gas, tolls, and food may be additional costs.

We have included a few accommodation recommendations in the confirmation email.

Customer Reviews

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Natalie Gillespie
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Bayside Wonders

We had a lot of fun finding hidden gems and some extra spots along the way!

We're so happy you had a fun day on the road! :) Thank you so much for leaving a review!

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Francesco Greco
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Bayside Wonders

Very lengthy trip with tons to do, has absolutely everything you could want and need in a road trip, 100% worth it to complete in 2 days over a weekend!

We packed a lot into this trip for sure. :) What a great idea to spread it out over two days! Thank you so much for leaving a review!

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Lisa Steadman
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Bayside wonders

Great trip. I think best done over 2 days. Stop 4 could be one day in itself if you choose to do all options. (Which we did.)
We had fantastic Oct weather. Mostly outdoors, keep that in mind.great stops we probably would have otherwise never found.

We're so glad you had a wonderful time on your road trip! There are certainly lots of options to choose from, and we think it's a great idea to spread it out over 2 days if you have the time. :) Thank you so much for leaving a review!

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Kaitlyn Henderson
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Great summer road trip!

Went on this road trip the Friday of Labour day weekend! Lovely drive alone the southern shore of the bay. Some great views and some great stop suggestions!

Thank you for your kind review of Bayside Wonders. We agree, the views on this road trip are truly breathtaking! :) We hope you'll try another Guess Where Trip sometime soon!

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Ashley Wilkins
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So fun!

Went on our first Guess Where Trip and had so much fun, I will definitely be doing another!

We love to hear this! So happy you enjoyed your first trip with us, and we can't wait for you to try another one! :)

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