After being stuck at home for most of the last year, the end seems to finally be in sight. That means it’s finally time to plan some local getaways! Whether you’re looking for a group day trip or a fun weekend getaway for your friends there are so many options in southern Ontario. Think about how far you’re looking to travel and how long you want to be away, then book a school bus to take you anywhere you want to go!
Top 5 bus trip destinations in Southern Ontario this year
With so many options available for a group bus trip it can be hard to know where to start with your planning. These destinations are some of our favourites for travel this year. Once you’ve settled on the perfect destination for your group trip, you can pick a date, book your school bus and start putting together your itinerary.
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1. Elora Gorge Conservation Area
Nestled between cliffs reaching 22 meters high you’ll find the Grand River, the perfect location for tons of outdoor activities. Whether you prefer to stay on land or like getting into the water, Elora Gorge has plenty to offer. Rent a kayak, book a campsite, swim in the nearby Elora Quarry swimming hole or go for a hike on one of the many trails for an amazing weekend outdoors. (Featured image courtesy Conservation Ontario).
2. Bruce Peninsula National Park
Located on the Niagara escarpment and home to the Fathom Five National Marine Park, the Bruce Peninsula is an amazing destination for a school bus trip. With kilometers of hiking trails to traverse, under water ships view from both above and below water, tons of waterways to kayak or swim in and even a cute town to wander, you could easily spend several days in this park. Booking a school bus to take a group to their accommodations and shuttle everyone between fun activities is the perfect way to spend a weekend.
3. St Jacob’s Market
This year-round farmer’s and flea market makes for a fun weekend getaway or day trip from Toronto. Located just north of Waterloo the quaint village feel makes for a great place to spend a Saturday. You’ll likely notice a number of horse and buggies on the road as the St Jacobs area is also home to the largest population of Old Order Mennonites in all of Canada. When you’ve finished shopping, grab yourself a picnic lunch and go for a walk along the river on the Millrace Footpath, a part of the Trans Canada Trail.
4. Southwest Ontario antique trail
With hundreds of antique stores, malls and markets in southern Ontario you’ll be able to fill a day, a weekend or even a week with all the shopping you can do! Plan a bus trip for yourself and some friends to beat the Covid blues and get out to explore the lesser-known sights of southern Ontario.
5. Niagara on the Lake
Home to some of Canada’s top wineries, this town just an hour from the GTA is the perfect destination for winos and non-wine drinkers alike. Explore cheese markets, breweries, wineries, and more in the beautiful countryside nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario. With many styles of restaurants and an ice cream shop that will leave you hungry for more, a school bus trip to Niagara on the Lake and its surrounding community should definitely be on the list for 2021.
Time to dust off your travel shoes
As we start getting back to normal it’s finally time to think about travel again and plan a school bus trip around Ontario! When you book a school bus to handle your transportation for your group trip you’ll be able to rest easy knowing your group will arrive safely and on time, and having the most fun they can. Taking away the need to worry about who’s driving what vehicle will allow you and your group to focus on the important part of the trip: the fun!
