Ottawa Tulips

Join us for a journey to Ottawa, the nation’s capital, during the enchanting tulip time.

The tradition of Ottawa’s magnificent bloom began with the historic royal gift of tulips by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands in 1945. Experience the beauty of impressive tulip displays, including Commissioners Park alongside Dow’s Lake – one of the most popular spots to enjoy the beautiful displays. We will stay at the historic Lord Elgin Hotel, just steps away from downtown. We’ve included lots of activities to fill your time including a city tour, RCMP Stables, a dinner show at “Oh Canada Eh!”, the Canadian Agriculture & Food Museum, the War Museum, the Byward Market and much more. Additionally, there will be a stop in Perth on the way home. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Ottawa’s love affair with tulips!

Please note that this is an active tour and involves some walking tours that would be not suitable for those with difficulty walking or with mobility constraints.

Day 1 – May 13, 2026 | Depart for Ottawa 

Board our motor coach at one of our pre-determined pickup locations to head to the Nation’s Capital! Along the route, we’ll have comfort breaks including a stop for lunch. On arrival in Ottawa, we’ll enjoy an exciting city tour with a step on guide, making stops at popular tulip locations including Dow’s Lake and Commissioners Park! After our city tour, we’ll check in to the Lord Elgin Hotel for 2 nights. The day concludes with free time to relax, explore and enjoy dinner on your own!

Day 2 – May 14, 2026 | Ottawa (B, D)

The day begins with an included breakfast at the hotel! We’ll start our morning with a visit to the RCMP Stables for a short tour. The adventure continues with the incredible Rideau Canal Cruise, which offers visitors an amazing scenic cruise down one of Ottawa’s most famous rivers. For lunch (which will be on your own), we’ll have the opportunity to explore the diverse options at Byward Market. After lunch we will return to the hotel, or you can remain in Byward shopping and return to the hotel at your own pace. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. This evening, we will attend the famed Oh Canada Eh! Theatre Show – a family friendly musical production celebrating all things Canadian with an included dinner served by the performers.

Day 3 – May 15, 2026 | Ottawa to Merrickville & Return Home (B)

Begin your day with an included breakfast at the hotel before checking out of the Lord Elgin Hotel. On our way out of town, we’ll visit the intriguing War Museum, where you can discover Canada’s rich military history through artifacts, personal accounts, works of art, photographs and interactive presentations. The journey continues with a visit to Merrickville, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at your leisure and explore this quaint little village. After lunch, our coach will return you to your original pickup locations bidding you farewell.

A $100 per person non-refundable deposit due at time of booking. Final payment will be due 45 days prior to departure. Cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Please call our office for a quote. This itinerary is only a guide and is subject to change. Please visit our website for our full terms and conditions: http://www.cardinallakeshore.ca/our-policy