4-Day Lake Placid Adirondacks and Olympic Venues Tour
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Trip Dates4-Day Trip
June 16-19, 2025 Only $99 deposit to reserve your seat. Deposit fully refundable if you cancel for any reason by May 2, 2025.
PricesAll prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!
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Pickup Locations7:00 AM Vaughan Carpool
7:30 AM Mississauga Carpool 7:45 AM Mississauga McDonalds 8:30 AM York Mills Station 9:05 AM Scarborough Town Centre 9:45 AM Whitby Carpool To book over the phone
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Inclusions
- Round trip transportation on deluxe motorcoach with a washroom and WiFi.
- 3 night stay at Grand Adirondack Hotel with welcome dinner included.
- 7 meals (3 hot breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner) included.
- Guided tour of Lake Placid and Whiteface Memorial Highway included.
- Tour of Olympic Jumping Complex included.
- Tour of Olympic Centre and Museum included.
- Raquette Lake lunch cruise included.
- Tour of Great Camp Sagamore included.
- Visit to The Wild Centre! with an intimate animal encounter and lunch included.
- Stop at Duty Free shopping included.
- Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during the tour.
- All tips & taxes included.
Approximate Return Times
- 8:00 PM Whitby Carpool
- 8:35 PM Scarborough Town Centre
- 9:00 PM York Mills Station
- 9:30 PM Mississauga McDonalds
- 9:45 PM Mississauga Carpool
- 10:15 PM Vaughan Carpool
Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds
- $99 deposit required to reserve your seats. Deposit is fully refundable if you cancel for any reason by Friday, May 2, 2025.
- Final payment is due by Friday May 2, 2025. Reminder emails will be sent a few days before the due date for the final payment. Final payments are not refundable once paid.
- If the tour has to be cancelled due to travel restrictions or government shutdowns, a full & prompt refund will be done regardless of how many days are left before departure.
- You can transfer your seat to anyone else you know up to the time of departure without penalty, there is no cost for name changes with ShortTrips.ca.
Travelling With Children
- Children 10+ are welcome on this tour, same price as adults.
Travel Documents
- US Immigration requires that all travellers MUST have a passport (or Nexus or EDL cards). If you do not have a Canadian or USA passport, please make sure that you have the appropriate permissions or documentation to travel to the USA.
Emergency Medical/Travel Insurance
- Emergency medical and trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Getting ill in the USA can be very expensive.
- If you are not covered by a workplace or some other blanket travel/medical insurance policy, please consider purchasing emergency medical insurance online from CAA or TD Insurance or RBC Insurance or Manulife.
Itinerary
Day 1: Monday June 16
Begin your adventure as we depart Toronto and head toward the scenic splendor of Lake Placid. Along the way, we’ll pause for a lunch, giving you time to stretch, refresh, and anticipate the exciting journey ahead.
Arriving in the heart of Lake Placid, you’ll be welcomed by the charming elegance of The Grand Adirondack Hotel, your home for the next three nights. This beautifully designed retreat captures the spirit of adventure and the nostalgic charm of classic Adirondack hospitality. With its perfect location in the core of Lake Placid, it offers the ideal blend of modern comforts and timeless style, setting the stage for an unforgettable stay. You will be indulged in a welcome dinner hosted by the Grand Adirondack.
Arriving in the heart of Lake Placid, you’ll be welcomed by the charming elegance of The Grand Adirondack Hotel, your home for the next three nights. This beautifully designed retreat captures the spirit of adventure and the nostalgic charm of classic Adirondack hospitality. With its perfect location in the core of Lake Placid, it offers the ideal blend of modern comforts and timeless style, setting the stage for an unforgettable stay. You will be indulged in a welcome dinner hosted by the Grand Adirondack.
Day 2: Tuesday June 17
Start your day with a guided tour that unveils the charm and history of Lake Placid. Begin with a scenic drive along the Whiteface Memorial Highway, winding slowly up the mountain to take in breathtaking views. At the summit, a unique elevator carved inside the mountain will take you to the top for panoramic vistas. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating stories as you pass landmarks like Mirror Lake. We’ll visit the Olympic Jumping Complex, where you’ll take a gondola ride and glass-fronted elevator to the top of the 128-meter ski jump tower. Sorry but actually doing a ski-jump is not included in the tour!
The adventure continues with stops at the Olympic Cauldron and horse show grounds, site of the 1980 Games' opening and closing ceremonies. Afterward, we’ll return to downtown Lake Placid, where you’ll have free time to grab lunch on your own at the many dining options in town.
Next, you will explore the Olympic Center, home to the historic 1932 and 1980 ice hockey rinks, where the famous "Miracle on Ice" took place. Fans of the Disney movie Miracle will especially love seeing the history brought to life here. The evening is yours to explore and enjoy dinner at one of Lake Placid’s many local restaurants, rounding out a day full of stunning views, rich Olympic history, and unforgettable moments.
The adventure continues with stops at the Olympic Cauldron and horse show grounds, site of the 1980 Games' opening and closing ceremonies. Afterward, we’ll return to downtown Lake Placid, where you’ll have free time to grab lunch on your own at the many dining options in town.
Next, you will explore the Olympic Center, home to the historic 1932 and 1980 ice hockey rinks, where the famous "Miracle on Ice" took place. Fans of the Disney movie Miracle will especially love seeing the history brought to life here. The evening is yours to explore and enjoy dinner at one of Lake Placid’s many local restaurants, rounding out a day full of stunning views, rich Olympic history, and unforgettable moments.
Day 3: Wednesday June 18
Start your day with a serene journey to Raquette Lake, where you’ll board a scenic lunch cruise. Savor a buffet lunch as you glide across the water, with expert narration bringing the lake’s rich history to life. From its natural beauty to its cultural significance, the cruise sets the perfect tone for your immersive exploration of the Adirondacks.
Next, step back in time with a visit to Great Camp Sagamore, a masterpiece of the Gilded Age. This historic estate offers a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyles of America’s elite, including icons like Alfred Vanderbilt, who sought refuge in the Adirondacks’ pristine wilderness. Explore the sprawling grounds, hear tales of its transformation through the years, and discover how it evolved from a private retreat to an educational and cultural landmark. After returning to Lake Placid, enjoy dinner on your own. Choose from the hotel’s inviting dining options or explore the charming local restaurants nearby to cap off a memorable day.
Next, step back in time with a visit to Great Camp Sagamore, a masterpiece of the Gilded Age. This historic estate offers a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyles of America’s elite, including icons like Alfred Vanderbilt, who sought refuge in the Adirondacks’ pristine wilderness. Explore the sprawling grounds, hear tales of its transformation through the years, and discover how it evolved from a private retreat to an educational and cultural landmark. After returning to Lake Placid, enjoy dinner on your own. Choose from the hotel’s inviting dining options or explore the charming local restaurants nearby to cap off a memorable day.
Day 4: Thursday June 19
As we bid farewell to Lake Placid and the elegant Grand Adirondack Hotel, our journey home begins with an exciting stop at The Wild Center. Here, enjoy an intimate animal encounter with one of the center's ambassador animals—a unique chance to connect with Adirondack wildlife. Explore the center’s engaging exhibits and meander through its scenic Trail System or its Wild Walk that will climb to the full-sized bald eagle’s nest at the highest point. A bagged lunch is provided, allowing you to savor your meal as you soak in the natural beauty surrounding you.
Before crossing back into Canada, we’ll make a stop at Duty-Free for some last-minute shopping. As the tour concludes, we hope you take home not only souvenirs but also wonderful memories of the Adirondack’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable experiences shared along the way.
Before crossing back into Canada, we’ll make a stop at Duty-Free for some last-minute shopping. As the tour concludes, we hope you take home not only souvenirs but also wonderful memories of the Adirondack’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable experiences shared along the way.
