Ottawa Tulip Festival and Quebec City (7 days)
Did you know Ottawa boasts one of the LARGEST public tulip display in the world? Join Atlantic Tours on a colourful springtime adventure to the Canadian Tulip Festival and marvel at some of the nearly one million tulips in bloom throughout the region. Stay tuned for the 2026 theme!
In addition, stay two nights in everyone’s favourite: Quebec City! Your hotel is a stone’s throw from Old Quebec and is the perfect place for exploring this charming city full of history and culture.
This tour is a great mix of planned activities and experiences and free time to explore on your own!
Dates
Highlights
Tour of Ottawa
Canadian Tulip Festival including walking tour & free time to explore
Rideau Canal Boat Tour
Quebec Sugar Shack
Tour of Quebec City
3 Nights in the heart of downtown Ottawa
2 Nights in Quebec City
6 Nights’ Accommodation
8 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
Atlantic Tours Tour Director
Comfortable Motorcoach
Itinerary
DAY 1: May 15, 2026
Halifax NS to Edmundston NB
Your adventure begins! Meet your Atlantic Tours tour director and driver when you board your comfortable motorcoach in Halifax, or a point along the way, as you travel to Edmundston for the night. Tonight, become further acquainted with your fellow travellers during a welcome dinner. (Dinner)
DAY 2: May 16, 2026
Edmundston NB to Ottawa ON
Today’s journey takes you along the shores of the St. Lawrence River and through the province of Quebec to Ontario. Spend three nights in the heart of Ottawa at the elegant and historic Lord Elgin Hotel. The hotel is conveniently located a stone’s throw away from the Rideau Canal, Confederation Park, Parliament Hill and dozens of shops and restaurants. (Breakfast)
DAY 3: May 17, 2026
Explore Ottawa
This morning, enjoy a tour by motorcoach of our nation’s capital. The tour showcases Ottawa’s important landmarks as you learn about its past and present. The afternoon and evening are free to explore at your leisure. Perhaps take a stroll along the Rideau Canal or downtown Ottawa to catch some amazingly colourful sights! Or, take in one of our nation’s capital’s wonderful museums and art galleries. Your tour director is available to make suggestions. (Breakfast)
DAY 4: May 18, 2026
Canadian Tulip Festival
Spend part of today exploring Commissioners Park, the site of the Canadian Tulip Festival. With over 100 varieties of bulbs, Commissioners Park is a showstopper and the region’s major tulip display site. While there, enjoy a walking tour to learn about the history and horticulture of this special event. There will be time to explore on your own. Later, see Ottawa from a different perspective on a boat tour on the Rideau Canal. (Breakfast)
DAY 5: May 19, 2026
Ottawa ON to Quebec City QC
Say farewell to Ottawa as you return to Quebec to the charming and historic Quebec City for a two-night stay. Your hotel is a stone’s throw from Old Quebec and is the perfect location for exploring the history and culture of this wonderful place. Have a delicious maple themed dinner and tasting at a Quebec sugar shack this evening. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 6: May 20, 2026
Explore Quebec City
Enjoy a tour of the city by motorcoach of Quebec’s capital city. Let yourself be charmed by Old Quebec, the only walled city north of Mexico, as you learn about the area’s past and present. The remainder of the day is free to do as you wish! Your tour director is available to make suggestions to help you make the most of your time in Quebec City. (Breakfast)
DAY 7: May 21, 2026
Quebec City QC to Halifax NS
Your amazing tour comes to an end today as you return to Halifax, having created wonderful memories to last a lifetime! (Breakfast)
Accommodations
Hotels:
| Day 1 | Four Points by Sheraton, Edmunston, NB |
| Days 2 - 4 | Lord Elgin Hotel, Ottawa, ON |
| Days 5 & 6 | Hotel Palace Royale, Quebec City, QC |
Mobility Requirements
Travelling with Atlantic Tours requires a certain level of activity and physical fitness to enjoy and take part in the tour.
While the specific requirements for each tour vary, in general, you must be able to:
- Enter and exit the motorcoach on your own.
- Climb stairs with ease and at times without handrails.
- Walk up and down moderate to steep inclines.
- Walk on uneven surfaces.
- Walk distances of at least 1km at a reasonable pace.
- Walk and stand for up to 2 hours.
- Manage your own luggage if luggage handling is not available.
Rates (CAD)
2026
| Double/Twin | Triple | Quad | Single |
| $2059 | $1869 | $1749 | $2829 |
Rates are Per Person in CAD.
Rates are subject to 10.7% Gst/Hst
Deposit: $200 per person due at time of booking
Full Payment: Due March 13, 2026
Cancellation Policy:
Prior to March 13, 2026: Deposit is non-refundable
March 13, 2026 to day of departure and after departure: 100% of the total tour price is non-refundable
Testimonials
"This trip was so much fun! Everything was so well organized" - A. S.
"Excellent Guides and information provided on each tour. Well organized and planned out for us!" - D & W. R
"The trip from start to finish was very good! Wonderful Tour Director and Wonderful Driver!" - R & M. P.
"All the guides were amazing and hotel locations were perfect!" - A. A.
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