You can take a 1.5 hour bus trip from Toronto to 'Ontario's most beautiful village'
It's a dreamy summer day trip.
A small town in Ontario.
You can visit a charming small town outside of Toronto without getting in your car. This bus service will take you right from the city's downtown to the historic village for a dreamy day trip.
The entire bus trip takes just an hour and a half one way, leaving you lots of time to explore the beautiful local shops and old-world streets.
You'll want to bring a some hiking shoes, because the trip includes a stop at a majestic gorge surrounded by towering cliffs.
If you're looking for a last-minute summer day trip that doesn't require a car, you'll want to book a ticket for this small town adventure.
Tour bus agency Parkbus is offering trips to Elora on select dates from June to October.
The journey offers stops at both the Elora Gorge Conservation Area and the town of Elora. You can choose to explore one area or both. Elora is located about a 30 minute walk from the gorge.
The gorge is one of Parkbus's most popular destinations, according to the website, and offers activities such as hiking and tubing. The bus ticket includes admission to the gorge. If you're planning on going tubing, you'll want to make a reservation in advance.
Elora, known as "Ontario's most beautiful village," is an enchanting spot to spend a day.
The historic town is lined with sweet shops, cafes, restaurants and more waiting to be explored.
The bus leaves from downtown Toronto at 8:15 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m.
Parkbus Elora route
Price: $65 per adult
When: Select dates from June to October, 2024
Address: 34 Asquith, Toronto, ON
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 has been updated since it was originally published on May 31, 2024.