5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains
5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains in the summer is a haven for relaxation and adventure – with gondola rides up to stunning views of the Georgian Bay and incredible hikes through winding caves to world-class wineries and Nordic spas. There is a little bit of something for everyone.
Trip highlights
- Scandinave Nordic Spa Experience
- Georgian Hills Vineyards Tasting
- Scenic Cave Hike and Suspension Bridge
- Gondola to the Top of Blue Mountain
- 3 nights at a Blue Mountain Resort
Day by day
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Day 1 Arrive in Toronto
Arrive in Toronto and get your car rental for the next few days, then make your way to your city centre hotel accommodation. Once checked in, we suggest making a stop at the Hockey Hall of Fame to learn more about Canada’s beloved sport and where the original Stanely Cup resides. Then, stop at the St. Lawrence Market featuring everything local including over 120 vendors with delicious food options at this 208-year-old market.
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Day 2 Toronto to Blue Mountains
This morning, depart from your Toronto hotel and drive approximately 2 hours to the Blue Mountains. Check in to your accommodation and take some time to relax and unwind. We recommend exploring the quaint Blue Mountain Village, a lively pedestrian village with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Take a scenic Gondola ride up to the top of Blue Mountain for stunning views of the Georgian Bay and the surrounding countryside. For dinner, we recommend trying one of the many delicious dining options such as Mother Tongues Asian Bistro and Cocktail Bar or Magnone’s Italian Kitchen. Enjoy an evening of leisure at your resort before a day of adventure!
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Day 3 Blue Mountains - Cave Adventure
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the Pottery Restaurant before a day of exploration and adventure. Today, enjoy a descent into the crevasse and explore a labyrinth of caves and caverns 70 ft below the surface! Set within one of Canada’s sixteen UNESCO biosphere reserves, you are invited to find the beauty and wonder in ancient places and open spaces. Take a self-guided tour through hiking trails perched atop the Niagara Escarpment with various lookout points, trails for all hiking levels, a 420ft suspension bridge and much more!
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Day 4 Blue Mountains Winery and Spa Day
After a morning of leisure, head to the Georgian Hills Vineyards for a wine tasting experience on over twelve acres of stunning vineyard – featuring European Vinifera varieties. Enjoy a personalized wine tasting at the bar, cozy up by an outdoor fire pit, or snuggle up inside our tasting room with a rotating menu paired with the best selections.
Next, we recommend spending the rest of your day at the Scandinave Spa to experience an afternoon of pure bliss situated on a 25-acre parcel of natural forest. The Scandinave Spa differs from other traditional spas as you are able to try out each experience at your own leisure, from the Eucalyptus Steam Bath and infrared saunas to cold plunges – you can experience it all at your own pace. Guests can experience outdoor relaxation any time of the year. In the warmer months, explore the self-guided, certified Forest Bathing Trail and keep an eye out for wildlife, like turtles, wild turkeys and deer.
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Day 5 Day 5 : Blue Mountains to Toronto
Today marks the end of your relaxing journey to the Blue Mountains. Take one last stroll through the picturesque Blue Mountain Village and take in the Georgian Bay views before departing 2 hours back to Toronto to catch your departing flight back home.
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What's included
- 1 night Toronto city centre accommodation
- 3 nights Blue Mountains accommodation
- Entry to Nordic thermal spa experience
- 5 days car rental intermediate category
- Winery experience
- Scenic Cave entry
What's not included
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Taxes as applicable
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Frequently asked questions
Tour Questions
What is the 5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains tour?
The 5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains is an independent summer getaway combining Toronto sightseeing with outdoor experiences and relaxation in the Blue Mountains region of Ontario. The itinerary includes a rental car, mountain activities, a winery visit and a Nordic spa experience.
Is the 5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains a self-drive tour?
Yes. The package is an independent self-drive vacation and includes an intermediate-category rental car. This gives travelers flexibility while traveling between Toronto and the Blue Mountains.
What are the main highlights of the Blue Mountains summer tour?
Highlights include Toronto sightseeing, Blue Mountain Village, a scenic gondola ride, a cave and crevasse adventure, a visit to Georgian Hills Vineyards and a relaxing experience at Scandinave Spa.
What can I do at Blue Mountain Village?
Blue Mountain Village is a pedestrian village with shops, restaurants and entertainment. Travelers can also enjoy a scenic gondola ride to the top of Blue Mountain and views of Georgian Bay and the surrounding countryside.
Does the tour include a Blue Mountain gondola ride?
Yes. The itinerary includes a scenic gondola ride to the top of Blue Mountain. From the top, travelers can enjoy views overlooking Georgian Bay and the surrounding countryside.
What is the cave and crevasse adventure in the Blue Mountains?
The cave adventure takes travelers approximately 70 feet below the surface to explore a labyrinth of caves and caverns. The experience also includes hiking trails along the Niagara Escarpment and a 420-foot suspension bridge.
Does the Blue Mountains tour include a winery tasting?
Yes. The itinerary includes a wine-tasting experience at Georgian Hills Vineyards. The vineyard covers more than twelve acres and offers a personalized tasting experience.
What can I experience at Scandinave Spa?
The Scandinave Spa experience provides an opportunity to relax in a natural forest setting. The thermal experience includes features such as eucalyptus steam baths, infrared saunas and cold plunges.
What can I see and do in Toronto on this tour?
The tour begins with a stay in Toronto and includes opportunities to visit the Hockey Hall of Fame and St. Lawrence Market. Travelers then continue by rental car toward the Blue Mountains for the remainder of the itinerary.
What is included in the 5 Day Serene Summer in the Blue Mountains package?
The package includes Toronto and Blue Mountains accommodation, an intermediate-category rental car, the scenic cave experience, winery experience and Nordic thermal spa experience listed in the itinerary. Other expenses not specifically identified as included are additional.
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