Conclude your trip by exploring Oakville's Gairloch Gardens, a property filled with meticulously manicured gardens that two different prominent Oakville families once called home.

After breakfast, head to Kelso Conservation Area, where you can choose between a leisurely hike or a breathtaking chairlift ride up the Niagara Escarpment to witness the incredible fall colours. 

Next up, hit the highway, and when you enter the Six Nations of the Grand River, stop at Chiefswood National Historic Site, the childhood home of renowned Mohawk poet E. Pauline Johnson. This historic home offers a fascinating glimpse into Canada’s rich Indigenous roots.

Next, visit Dundurn Castle National Historic Site, an incredible 19th-century mansion that offers a glimpse into Hamilton's history. Explore the opulent rooms and the kitchen garden as you learn about the castle's intriguing past through stories about the family who lived above the stairs and the servants who worked below.

After lunch, explore the shops of Downtown Burlington. Whether you’re into books, vintage clothing, hand-made jewellery, designer fashion, or home décor, you’ll have no problem finding a few mementos to take home to remember your trip!

Hit the highway, and in under an hour, you’ll arrive in the historic town of Paris. Stop by The Paris Wincey Mills Co. to explore this restored historic building filled with boutique shops, local artisans, and interesting treasures. 

After a morning of farm fun, enjoy a little downtime on the car ride to the Halton County Radial Railway in Milton, where vintage streetcars await! Hop on board and take a nostalgic ride through the forest cloaked in its flashiest fall colours while learning about electric transit along the way. This scenic ride offers the perfect opportunity to snap a family photo for your holiday cards!

Whitefish Island is located in Sault Ste Marie in Ontario’s Algoma Country. It is a 0.62 mile (1km) long teardrop-shaped island. The Island is just across the and can be accessed by footbridge. The island is a fantastic place to explore the walking trails that take you along the St Mary’s River. Whitefish Island was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1981 because of the pre contact remains found there and the Aboriginal encampment.

Finish up your day by heading to the historic Marmoraton Mine for a quick look at this one-of-a-kind open pit mine that is 75 acres in size. You can also learn the history of the mine and see some old photos by checking out their website here! 

Finish off your day with a hike through Sager Conservation Area. You can catch the sunset at the lookout tower before heading home!