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Lavender Farm Tour + Alpaca Farm Tour

This day trip visits two unique farms in beautiful Prince Edward & Northumberland counties, about 3 hours east of Toronto. 

For our visit to the lavender farm, we will be travelling at the peak of lavender season so the flowers should be in full bloom and the smell of lavender will permeate your senses. During our visit, you will also get to sample lavender cookies and lavender lemonade on the back patio of the farm. 

For the alpaca farm, the fiber shed will also be open and not only will you learn all about these wonderful animals but you will also learn how alpaca wool is turned into yarn. And of course there will be shopping opportunities at both farms.
1-Day Trip

Sat June 29, 2019
Sun June 30, 2019
Mon July 1, 2019 (Canada Day)

​$89 
+ HST
Reserve A Seat
To book over the phone
please call (866) 208-2950
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Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on deluxe bus with a washroom and WiFi.
  • Lavender Farm visit. Guided tour of both the flower beds and the distillation shed included.
  • Tasting of lavender lemonade and lavender cookies included.
  • Shopping opportunity at the gift shop for all kinds of lavender products you can imagine and many you cannot! :-) 
  • Alpaca Farm visit. Guided tour of the animal pens and the fiber mill included.
  • Stop at The Big Apple for lunch and shopping. Lunch on your own.
  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks during the tour included.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during the tour.
  • All tips.

Pickup Locations

For more information about a pickup location, please click on it's name in the list below.
  1. 8:00 AM • Mississauga McDonalds, Hurontario & Courtney Park Drive​
  2. 8:30 AM • Vaughan Woodbridge Square Plaza, Weston Rd & Hwy 7.​
  3. 9:00 AM • York Mills Station
  4. 9:25 AM • Scarborough Town Centre
  5. 10:00 AM • Whitby GO Station Parking Garage
Return Times:
  • Whitby 7:10 PM
  • Scarborough 7:45 PM
  • York Mills 8:10 PM
  • Vaughan 8:40 PM
  • Mississauga 9:10 PM

Tour Dates

Sat June 29, 2019
Sun June 30, 2019
Mon July 1, 2019 (Canada Day)

Price

$89 + HST  per person
Reserve A Seat
To book over the phone
​please call (866) 208-2950

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date. 
  • Your seat is fully transferable to anyone else up to the time of departure without penalty. 

Travelling With Children

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

Trip Highlights

Prince Edward County Lavender

Prince Edward County Lavender Company is a grower, distiller and crafter of fine lavender products. Nestled in the heart of Prince Edward County,  their farm offers many cultivars of lavender, in a myriad of colours, scents and tastes. Some of their cultivars are praised for their exceptional essential oil quality, while others are best kept for culinary creations or crafts.

On our tour we will have the opportunity to taste lavender flavoured foods such as lemonade and shortbread cookies. After the tour, you will also have the opportunity to shop in their boutique. 

Old Mill Alpacas

It all started with Eric (closet knitter) and Amy (self-proclaimed fiber fanatic). After being introduced to alpaca yarn, Eric informed Amy that “surprise, surprise” there are Alpacas in Ontario. Within 10 days of visiting an Alpaca Farm, they had purchased their starter herd of 6 Alpacas (two males and four females). They now have a farm of over 100 Alpacas (plus many more animals) happily gallivanting through their 24 acre farm.  

Alpaca fleece is lanolin free (hypo-allergenic), it wicks away 30-35% of moisture, it is 5-6 times warmer than wool, it isn’t itchy, it’s fire retardant. and the best part; due to its fine micron, alpaca is buttery soft!

From their own alpaca fleece they make their own line of duvets, blankets, throws, travel pillows, pet beds, and many other products and you will have a chance to not only be introduced to the herd but to also browse and shop through their extensive selection of alpaca products. 

What's An Alpaca?

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In case you were wondering, an alpaca is a domesticated species of South American camel that closely resembles a small llama in appearance.

Alpaca herds are primarily found in the Andes of southern Peru, northern Bolivia, Ecuador, and northern Chile. Alpacas are considerably smaller than llamas, and unlike llamas, they were bred specifically for their fiber.

Alpaca fiber is used for making knitted and woven items, similar to wool. These items include blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, a wide variety of textiles, ponchos sweaters, socks, coats and bedding

An adult alpaca is generally between 81 and 99 cm (2' 8" and 3' 3") in height and weighs between 48 and 84 kg (106 and 185 lbs).

The Big Apple

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We stop at the "Big Apple" for lunch and shopping. 

Sample some of their delicious pies well as get a chance to shop for some of their pies, cakes, baked goods and jams etc. 

For a look at their menu, please click here.
To contact us, please call: 
(866) 208-2950
or click here for online contact form. 
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