This secret road trip from Toronto leads you to cozy markets and mountainside hikes

It's a magical winter outing.

A person standing in the snow. Right: Baked goods at a bakery.

An Ontario road trip.

Lead Writer, Travel

Warm up your car and put on your mittens! This secret road trip from Toronto leads to some magical destinations and it's an enchanting winter outing.

Guess Where Trips, a company known for its secret one-day road trips with local travel experiences, has a Markets to Mountains adventure that takes you to some incredible hidden gems.

The road trip itinerary is a total mystery, with an envelope that unveils the destinations you'll explore along the way.

The Markets to Mountains route can be accessed from the Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Toronto Area, London Area, and Barrie Area and includes four surprise stops.

According to the website, the adventure starts "with a countryside market, fresh air, and baked goods," so you'll want to bring your appetite.

You'll also stop at a historic town, scenic caves and a waterfront town with funky shops. Highlights of the road trip include countryside markets and bakeries, cozy restaurants and a famous filming location.

Guess Where Trips recommends booking a hotel to turn the outing into a longer getaway.

This itinerary can be used throughout the year from Wednesday to Sunday. It's not recommended to travel on a Monday or Tuesday.

The total driving time from Toronto is 4 hours and 25 minutes, not including time spent at the destinations.

If you're looking for a fun winter outing, this secret road trip is worth exploring.

Markets to Mountains Route

Price: $65

When: Wednesday to Sunday, year-round

Guess Where Trips Website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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