Explore Western Ontario's gems this fall: Castle Kilbride's history, St. Jacobs Market's bounty, and a choice of either 'The Diviners' or 'La Cage aux Folles' at the Stratford Festival.
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We take the 407 on this getaway to get you there and home faster.
Step back in time with us as we explore some of the most beautiful towns in Western Ontario. This fall tour includes the choice to see La Cage aux Folles or the premier of The Diviners at the Stratford Festival, Castle Kilbride and St. Jacobs!
Castle Kilbride will take you back in time and give you a glimpse into how the wealthiest lived in the 19th Century. Our adventure does not end here; we will also have the opportunity to spend time at the largest year-round farmers market in Canada. The St. Jacobs Market offers an abundance of meats, cheeses, fresh produce and more. On our last day, we will spend an afternoon in one of the most charming cities in Ontario Stratford. The Diviners is premiering at The Tom Patterson Theatre this year and you wont want to miss it!
Theatre Ticket - 2 Different Plays To Choose From
1-night accommodation at the Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs
5 Meals (1 breakfast, 2 lunches + 2 dinners)
Tour Castle Kilbride
Visit St. Jacobs Market + the Village
Round trip transportation aboard a McCoy Deluxe Motorcoach
Full Services of a McCoy Getaways Tour Director
Choose Which Play You See:
La Cage aux Folles:
Georges, the manager of a drag club in St. Tropez, decides to play it straight when his son arrives with his fiancé and her ultra-conservative parents. Albin, the clubs star performer and romantic partner to Georges, is dubious about the plan. The ensuing clash unravels truth and consequences with heartwarming grace. Gorgeous and funny, La Cage aux Folles has been delighting audiences since its Broadway première in 1983, when it won six Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Fans of the Oscar-nominated film The Bird Cage (inspired by the French play the musical takes its name and inspiration from) will rejoice in seeing familiar characters on the stage!
The Diviners:
Novelist Morag Gunn, estranged from her only daughter, unable to write, struggling with the bottle, is adrift in a river of memories. Travelling from the present to the past to an imagined future, Morags journey encompasses her personal struggle for freedom and expression as well as those of the Métis and First Nations peoples of Manitoba. Adapted from Margaret Laurences classic Canadian novel, The Diviners receives its world première at the Stratford Festival.
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This getaway includes a one night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs. The prices shown below are the all-in prices (per person) for the entire tour package including the transportation, accommodations, meals, and excursions.
Room Occupancy | Rate (Per Person - Tax Included) |
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Single | $680 |
Double | $600 |
Triple | $575 |
Quad | $560 |
We have four convenient locations available to board the bus during this getaway. Please make sure to arrive at your pick up location roughly 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Location | Departure Time | Return Time |
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Kingston - McCoy Getaways Office | 7:00 am | 10:15 pm |
Napanee - Flying J Travel Centre | 7:30 am | 9:45 pm |
Belleville - Quinte Mall | 8:00 am | 9:15 pm |
Cobourg - Northumberland Mall (by Staples) | 8:45 am | 8:30 pm |
The meals included at The Parlour Inn and
The Baden Hotel need to be preselected at the time of
booking.
Lunch at The Parlour Inn:
Course 1:
Potato Leek Soup with Onion Crumble
Parlour Greens - Arugula, Feta, Blueberries, Candied Pumpkin Seeds &White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar salad with Smoke Bacon Lardon, Parmesan Cheese, House-Made Croutons and Garlic Dressing
Course 2:
Each entree is served with chefs choice seasonal vegetables and starch.
Roasted Chicken Supreme with Mushroom and Thyme Cream
Grilled Atlantic Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc and Fennel Slaw
Chefs Choice Vegetarian Creation
Course 3:
The Parlours famous Pavlova with Lemon Crème Anglaise, Raspberry Coulis, Almonds and Whipped Cream
Flourless Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Coulis and Whipped Cream
Lunch at The Baden Hotel:
For this lunch you will have the following options to choose from:
Option 1) Schnitzel Dinner: Breaded in house + served with mashed potatoes, seasonal veggies and sauerkraut
Option 2) Chicken Fingers, Fries + Gravy
Option 3) Veggie Burger with Fries
Option 4) Classic Burger with Fries
Option 5) Chicken Caesar Wrap with Fries
Option 6) Mac + Cheese with Bacon
Buffet Dinner at the Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs:
The buffet dinner will include an assortment of dishes to enjoy including:
Garden salad, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, chicken breast with mushroom white wine cream sauce, Basa fish fillet with lemon butter sauce and an assortment of dessert squares
Buffet Dinner at Mandarin:
The Mandarin Buffet is an all-you-can-enjoy dine in experience with over 100 options a variety of soups and salads, Chinese entrees, sushi, American fare, desserts, and ice cream.
Breakfast at Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs
The breakfast at the hotel will include a standard continental breakfast with choice of bagels, toast, muffins, waffles, cereal, fruit, coffee, tea, and juice products.
Day 1
We'll begin our day with a 7:00am departure from the McCoy Getaways office in Kingston. Along the way, we'll make brief stops in Napanee, Belleville, and Cobourg to pick up the other passengers in our group. Once everyone is on board, we will begin our two-day getaway! There will be a comfort stop along the way.
We will arrive at The Baden Hotel for our included lunch around noon. Often known as EJ's, the hotel was opened to the public on July 22nd 1874. Although the rooms are no longer for rent, the building remains a gathering place for locals and regulars in Wilmot Township to meet and enjoy each others company in a rustic, country setting.
After our delicious meal, we will board our motorcoach and drive across the street to Castle Kilbridge. Step back into the lavish Victorian Era as you explore this beautifully restored castle. The castle was built in 1877, for James Livingston, flax industrialist, politician and entrepreneur. The beautiful exterior, however, is overshadowed by its outstanding interior décor.
At 3:00pm, we will make our way to St. Jacob's Village for some shopping and to explore this quaint town. St. Jacobs Village is a unique blend of past and present, with local shops ranging from antique stores to modern boutiques and cafes.
Just before 5:00pm, we will board our motorcoach and drive to our hotel where will check in and enjoy our included buffet dinner on site.
The rest of your evening is yours to relax.
Day 2
Enjoy your included breakfast this morning at the hotel before we head to the St. Jacob's Market at 8:30am. The market is under a 10-minute walk from our hotel and opens at 8:00am. If you would like to head to the Market before the rest of the group checks out of the hotel, you are more than welcome to!
After purchasing some goodies to take home, we will board our motorcoach at 10:45am and make our way to the Parlour Inn in Stratford for our included plated lunch. This historic property was built in 1871 and is in the heart of downtown Stratford. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has many 19th century features including stained glass windows, impressive woodwork, and tin ceilings.
After our delicious meal, we will head to the theatres to enjoy seeing productions of The Diviners or La Cage aux Folles at 2:00pm. The play is based on the novel by Margaret Laurence. Novelist Morag Gunn, estranged from her only daughter, unable to write, struggling with the bottle, is adrift in a river of memories. Travelling from the present to the past to an imagined future. Morag's journey encompasses her personal struggle for freedom and expression as well as those of the Metis and First Nations peoples of her native Manitoba.
Once the show is over, we will make our way to The Mandarin in Pickering for our included dinner at 6:30pm. After enjoying our buffet meal, we will continue east as we head home.
We can't wait to get away with you again soon!
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
A deposit of $100 per person is required at the time of booking.
Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
Refunds are not available within 60 days of travel.
Regular stops will be made for comfort breaks and meals.
For the comfort of fellow passengers, kindly refrain from using scented products and perfumes.
If you have any food allergies we should be aware, please let us know during the time of booking.
Tipping for driver and escort is voluntary depending on the quality of service.
McCoy Getaways strongly recommends purchasing Cancellation & Emergency Medical Insurance for multi-day or out of country tours. Manulife Insurance is available through McCoy Getaways.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Times |
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Belleville | Quinte Mall | View |
Cobourg | Northumberland Mall (by the Staples) | View |
Kingston (Overnight Trip) | McCoy Getaways Office - 566 Cataraqui Woods Drive Gravel lot, east side of the building. | View |
Napanee | Flying J Travel Centre Northeast corner of the parking lot | View |
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