Tours

Tour Escorted by Edna Carroll

Itinerary September 20-27, 2025

Day 1, September 20, 2025

Today we will leave London early in the morning, picking up in Woodstock, Mississauga and in the St. Catherines area, before we cross the bridge in Fort Erie. 

We will make our way to the Finger Lakes NY area where we will spend the night.

Day 2, September 21, 2025

This morning after breakfast we will travel through the beautiful country side to Hershey PA, the home of Hershey Chocolate.

After lunch we will be taking a trolley tour through the streets of Hershey, to learn about the history of Milton Hershey, and the main sites of the area. 

Later in the afternoon we will arrive at the Wyndham Resort and Convention Center.

After we check into Wyndham Resort Lancaster, unwind after your day of travel and exploration. Take some time to relax and enjoy the amenities offered by the resort.

Dinner: For dinner, you can either dine at one of the on-site restaurants at the resort or explore nearby dining options in Lancaster.

Day 3, September 22, 2025

 Start your day with a satisfying breakfast, then we will be off for a shop hop of the Lancaster area.

This morning we will arrive at Burholder's Fabric Store and you can explore their selection of fabrics, quilting supplies, and more. Take your time browsing and finding the perfect fabrics for your projects. 

After this stopping at the next quilt shop, Scenic View.  Explore their offerings and perhaps find some unique fabrics to add to your stash. 

Kettle Village: After your morning of fabric shopping, we will visit Kettle Village for lunch. This charming village often has quaint cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious meal. Take your time to relax and refuel before your next stop.

The Old Country Store: After lunch, visit The Old Country Store, known for its extensive selection of fabrics, quilting supplies, and crafts. Spend some time exploring the store and perhaps find some treasures to take home.

Shady Maple: We will head to Shady Maple for your group dinner. Indulge in a hearty meal at this popular buffet-style restaurant known for its delicious Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine. Enjoy a variety of dishes and desserts as you unwind after a day of shopping and exploration.

Return to Accommodation: After dinner, return to your accommodation in Lancaster for a restful night's sleep. Reflect on your day filled with fabric shopping and delightful meals. (B,D)

Day 4, September 23, 2025

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the resort to fuel up for your day ahead. 

We will meet our step-on-guide, to explore the Amish countryside and learn about their way of life, culture, and traditions. Enjoy scenic views and fascinating insights into the Amish community. 

We will be stopping throughout the day at 4 Amish Artisans to see how they make their products and visit their stores.

Lunch in an Amish Home: After the tour, indulge in an authentic Amish dining experience with lunch served in an Amish home of Hanna King. Enjoy traditional dishes prepared with care and hospitality.

Dinner at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater: Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater. Indulge in a scrumptious meal while enjoying a live theatrical performance. It's a perfect way to unwind and savor the evening. (B,L,D)

Day 5, September 24, 2025

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the resort to energize for your adventures ahead.

 Spend your day exploring the stunning botanical gardens, taking in the vibrant colors, lush landscapes, and captivating architecture. Don't miss highlights like the Main Fountain Garden, the Conservatory, and the outdoor gardens. 

 Longwood Gardens, honesty this is one of the most beautiful botanical garden that I have ever visited. The gardens consist of 1,077 acres, with 4.5 acres under heated connected greenhouses. 

In the greenhouses there are over 4,600 different plants and trees, as well as fountains. There are rooms with just one type of flower, like orchids. There are ponds with many lily pads, some over 8 feet across! I think this will be great inspiration for quilts, between the colours and scenery.

Lunch at Longwood Gardens Cafe: Refuel with a leisurely lunch at the Longwood Gardens Cafe. Enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by the beauty of the gardens, and perhaps take some time to relax and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.

Dinner at Plain & Fancy: In the evening, head to Plain & Fancy for a taste of authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine. Indulge in hearty dishes such as chicken pot pie, shoofly pie, and other traditional favorites in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. 

Return to Wyndham Resort: After dinner, return to Wyndham Resort to unwind and relax after a full day of exploration and dining. (B,L,D)

Day 6, September 25, 2025

Start your day with a satisfying breakfast at the resort to fuel up for your shopping excursion.

After breakfast, we will set out for our fabric shop hop adventure.

Log Cabin Quilt Shop: Begin your fabric shopping at Log Cabin Quilt Shop. Explore their selection of fabrics, quilting supplies, and more. Take your time to browse and find the perfect materials for your projects.

Mook Fabrics: Next, head to Mook Fabrics, another destination for fabric enthusiasts. Browse through their wide range of fabrics and notions, and perhaps discover some unique finds.

Lunch at Bird in Hand Restaurant: After your morning of shopping, enjoy a delicious lunch at Bird in Hand Restaurant. Indulge in hearty Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine and savor the flavors of the region.

Lancaster Home & Fabrics: Continue your fabric exploration at Lancaster Home & Fabrics. Explore their collection of fabrics and home decor items, and see if anything catches your eye.

Dinner on Your Own: For dinner, you have the option to explore nearby dining options near the hotel. There are likely several restaurants within a short drive where you can enjoy a variety of cuisines and dining experiences. (B, L)

Day 7, September 26, 2025

Today we will depart the lovely resort ad start our journey home, stopping in Finger Lakes area for the night. (B)

Day 8, September 27, 2025

Today we arrive home mid afternoon until late afternoon, depending on where you are dropped off.

Prices

Prices are per person in Canadian Dollars, includes all taxes

Double - $2929.00

Triple - $2599.00

Quad - $2479.00

Single - $3899.00

Deposit is $450.00 at time of booking.

Balance is due June 15, 2025

The deposit and final payment are non-refundable unless Edna Carroll cancels the tour. The tour is dependent on 24 people by May 1, 2025.

What is Included 

Accommodations, Transportation

7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Trolley tour in Hershey, Amish Artisans Tour, Longwood Gardens, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Not Included in the Price

Travel Insurance which I  highly recommend.                                                                Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.                                                                                  Tips for driver and tour guides.                                                                                                 Personal Items

Valid passports are required for this tour.

Book Now!

To reserve your place please click on Book Now or contact:

Edna’s Travel/TravelOnly
Phone: 519-550-9129
Email: [email protected]

TravelOnly Corporate Office
325A West St.
Brantford, On., N3R 3V6
Phone: 519-752-4363

www.travelonly.com
TICO #04316071

August 9-18, 2025

Itinerary, ONLY 11 SEATS LEFT!!

Day 1, August 9, 2025

Arrive at Deer Lake on the West Coast of Newfoundland to begin your holiday with
McCarthy's Party. En route to your tour hotel you will travel the Viking Trail to take
in the spectacular scenery of Gros Morne National Park, an area declared by the
United Nations as the newest World Heritage Site. Tonight you will enjoy a get
together to meet your fellow travellers and learn more about the adventure ahead.
Overnight Rocky Harbour/Cow Head
Welcome Reception

Day 2, August 10, 2025

This morning we take a boat tour across beautiful Bonne Bay to Woody Point. The
trip offers spectacular views of the park’s vistas as well as the Tableland Mountains.
This golden mountain range made up of rocks formed from the Earth’s mantle is this area that earned the park its nickname as the ‘Galapagos of Plate Tectonis’. Once in Woody Point we have some time to explore the little town, visit the park’s Discovery Centre and have a little stroll in one of the Tableland’s valleys.
Overnight Rocky Harbour/Cow Head
Breakfast, Midday Meal & Dinner
*Visit a local Quilt/Fabric Shop

Day 3, August 11, 2025

Bid farewell to the west coast as we take an easterly trek, to a new geological
frontier. A perfect harbor provides a beautiful backdrop for an eventful morning of
whale interpretation and brilliant art exhibits. This afternoon commemorates the
survivors of the 9/11 Tragedy and the many acts of kindness extended when we
welcomed the 'Come From Away' guests into the homes and communities
surrounding Gander; the epicenter of the hit Broadway musical.
Overnight Gander
Breakfast, Midday Meal & Dinner

Day 4, August 12, 2025

Today we are off on the “Road to the Isles”, travelling across "Tickles and Runs" to
spend time on beautiful Twillingate Island. This is one of Newfoundland's oldest and most interesting fishing communities. We visit the lighthouse at Crow Head, the Auk Island Winery for a sample of their wares, and the Beothuck Centre in Boyd’s Cove where we learn about the native groups that once occupied Newfoundland.
Overnight Gander
Breakfast & Midday Meal
*Visit a local Quilt/Fabric Shop

Day 5, August 13, 2025

This morning we will visit the fishing community of Salvage on the Eastport
Peninsula. Here we go for a walk in the town and hopefully have a chat with some of
the locals. This is also a great iceberg viewing area. Next we travel to Terra Nova
National Park to view the vistas of Newman Sound and to visit the park’s Marine
Interpretation Center. Here we will experience first-hand the variety of marine life
found in the sounds and learn about this ecologically diverse area.
Overnight Port Blandford/Clarenville
Breakfast & Midday Meal

Day 6, August 14, 2025

This morning we travel to the historic village of Trinity, one of the oldest
communities in North America, the gem of the Island. Here we learn about the Poole fish merchants who established this fishing station. We also have the opportunity to visit some of the many shops and galleries where local work is featured. Next we are off to Bonavista, the landfall of John Cabot in 1497. Here we visit the Ryan Premises and have an opportunity to learn about inshore fishing techniques that have allowed this town to thrive for hundreds of years. This afternoon we visit Cape Bonavista for a chance to walk the cliffs and enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery.
Overnight Port Blandford/Clarenville
Breakfast, Midday Meal & Dinner

Day 7, August 15, 2025

Natural wonders abound on this morning’s boat trip to the Witless Bay Ecological
Reserve to views Atlantic Puffins, Murres and the millions of seabirds that nest on
these coastal islands. This is a favorite feeding ground for Humpback, Minke, and Fin whales where frequent and multiple sightings are a definite possibility. Visit Cape Spear National Historic Park, the most easterly point of land in North America, before heading into St. John's, the provincial capital and cultural showcase. Dinner tonight is on George Street, a street of nothing other than pubs and bars. We will enjoy some local pub fare as well as some Newfoundland music and entertainment.
Overnight St. John's
Breakfast , Midday Meal & Dinner

Day 8, August 16, 2025

Today we travel to Bay de Verde to take in the Festival of Quilts, a celebration of
handmade tradition and cultural creativity. We will have a chance to chat and meet
with the locals. Many of these quilts are for sale, so you can take a little piece of
Newfoundland home with you.
Overnight St. John's
Breakfast & Midday Meal

Day 9, August 17, 2025

An historic tour of St. John’s will provide a brilliant interpretation of North
America’s oldest city, and a proper orientation for your free time this afternoon.
Visit Cabot Tower and Signal Hill to view the harbour’s "Narrows" and admire the
architecture of old St. John’s, including the famous ‘Jelly Bean Houses’. This
afternoon is free to explore the many historic exhibits, walking trails and boutique
shops and galleries that surround your hotel. This evening, we share our Farewell
Dinner.
Overnight St. John's
Breakfast & Farewell Dinner

Day 10, August 18, 2025

All good things must come to an end and so we bid a fond farewell to our newest yet
oldest Province. As you fly homeward it will be with many delightful memories of
an authentic Newfoundland experience that will be recalled for years to come.
Breakfast & Transfer to St. John’s Airport

PRICE INCLUDES

9 nights accommodation with private bath and/or shower
Baggage Handling of one suitcase per person
Sightseeing in Gros Morne Park
Boat Tour on Bonne Bay (weather permitting)
Excursions to Twillingate, Trinity and Bonavista
Visit to the Ryan Premises
Whale/Puffin Boat Tour (weather permitting)
Tour of Historic St. John's
Excursion to Cape Spear
Entrance Fees to National and Provincial Historic Sites included in itinerary
Nine Breakfasts
Seven Midday  Meals                                                                                                              Five Dinners, Kitchen Party                                                                                            Ground Transportation

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE

Air Fare to Newfoundland, Travel Insurance, Personal items.

PRICE

Price is per person;

Double - $4818.50 ($4190.00 + $628.50 Tax) per person

Single - $5807.50 ($5050.00 + $757.50 Tax) per person

Deposit is $450.00 at time of booking.

Balance is due May 1, 2025

The deposit and final payment are non-refundable unless Edna Carroll cancels the tour. The tour is dependent on 24 people by April 1, 2025.

Book Now!

To reserve your place please click on Book Now or contact:

Edna’s Travel/TravelOnly
Phone: 519-550-9129
Email: [email protected]

TravelOnly Corporate Office
325A West St.
Brantford, On., N3R 3V6
Phone: 519-752-4363

www.travelonly.com
TICO #04316071