Come journey with us to scenic Waterloo County of Ontario to enjoy the largest Bavarian festival outside of Munich, Germany. Celebrate Oktoberfest and Thanksgiving as you enjoy great music, dining, entertainment, unique shopping, fabulous food and a thrilling parade.
Today we journey to Buffalo, NY. You'll spend the night at the Adams Mark Hotel where dinner is included.
This morning we depart for the beautiful Kitchner/Waterloo area of Ontario. Discover the famed St. Jacob's Farmer's Market, the largest of its kind in all of Canada. Sample hot apple fritters, freshly made pretzels, Waterloo county sausages or maple syrup sold by Mennonite Farmers who still travel by horse and buggy. Charming accommodations are provided for the next two nights at the Marriott Courtyard St Jacobs Hotel. This evening we will go to Festhalle to celebrate Oktoberfest. Here you'll enjoy award winning oompah bands, Bavarian dancers and great German cuisine.
This morning we tour the beautiful Mennonite countryside and learn about their unique everyday life. Later you have time to explore the village of St. Jacobs with its many boutiques and craft shops. You'll also visit the Butterfly Conservatory.
Take your reserved grandstand seats for Canada's most spectacular Thanksgiving Day Parade. Award-winning bands and colorful floats make this nationally televised event one of the many highlights on this tour. Later we will make the short trip to Niagara Falls for an overnight stay at the Sheraton on the Falls. This evening enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings.
This morning enjoy breakfast in your hotel's fabulous Fallsview Restaurant before we depart for home with fond memories of this special Canadian event.
In the heart of Buffalo sits the impressive Adams Mark Hotel. During your one night stay, take advantage of the full service restaurant & bar, a heated indoor swimming pool and the fitness center. Guest rooms include television, free WiFi, iron/ironing board, coffee maker and a hairdryer (and the hotel provides a concierge service as well). Choose to take advantage of the extensive amenities, relax and recharge, or do a bit of both at this noteworthy property.
Stay in the heart of the Market District during your time at the Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs hotel. Take in the sights and sounds of beautiful Ontario while staying just steps away from the famous year-round farmer's market. Accommodations are sure to delight with rooms providing all of the modern comforts and amenities travelers have come to expect: television, free WiFi, mini-fridge, coffee maker/tea service, iron & ironing board and hair dryer. Enhancing your stay are the additional offerings at the hotel - a fitness center, restaurant & bar provide additional ways to relax and recharge!