Grand Bend "Day At The Beach" Trip
Bring your own lunch for a picnic at one of Canada's best beaches! Optional side trip to Westland Greenhouses

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  • This tour is confirmed as going! Although the weather forecast calls for scattered showers in the morning during our drive to Grand Bend, the weather at the time of our arrival is forecast to be a mix of sun & clouds, a high of 22C and a humidex of 25C.
Grand Bend beach is listed as one of Canada's best beaches. There are only 27 beaches in Canada to have received the coveted Blue Flag status for their commitment to strict water quality and safety and this is one of those with 25 miles of white sands and crystal clear waters. You are invited to bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy on the beach or purchase something to eat from the many restaurants and cafes along Main Street, just a short walk away.

For those who don't wish to spend 5 hours at the beach, in the afternoon we will be visiting Westland Greenhouses, one of the largest greenhouses in the Lake Huron area. We'll get a private tour of their 3 acres of indoor gardens and of course you will have an opportunity to shop for interesting and unusual items and also get your gardening questions answered. This side trip is completely optional and there is no extra charge. 
1-Day Trip
​Sat Aug 29, 2020

Price

All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!
$105 per person
To book over the phone
​please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on deluxe bus with a washroom.
  • Visit to Grand Bend for one of the best Blue Flag beaches in Canada. Picnic lunch not included in price of tour, please bring your own lunch and refreshments or purchase something from the many restaurants, cafes and bars in the area.
  • Optional visit and guided tour of Westland Greenhouses in the afternoon. No extra charge.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during tour. 
  • All tips.

Pickup Locations

Approximate Return Times

  • Mississauga 8:15 PM
  • York Mills 8:45 PM
  • Vaughan 9:15 PM

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 2 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 2 days before trip departure date. 
  • Your can transfer your seat to anyone else you know, up to the time of departure. without penalty. 

Travelling With Children

  • Children 10+ are welcome on this tour. Price is the same as adults. 

​Grand Bend Beach

​Westland Greenhouses

This is an optional afternoon trip to one of the largest greenhouses in the Lake Huron area. There is no extra charge for this side trip.
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We will get a guided tour through the greenhouses and you will have the chance to wander through 3 acres of plants and flowers. Westland carry a big selection of tropical indoor plants. cacti, succulents, ferns,  all kinds of blooming plants, pots, insecticides, perennials and grasses. If you have ever wanted to pick up that one special plant and needed to speak to an expert, this is the place to do it!