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Ottawa & Eastern Ontario
As one of Canada’s most beautiful cities, Ottawa has it all - the perfect combination of urban sophistication and back to nature outdoors adventure. If you're looking for a unique gift in Ottawa, you will find an experience gift to suit almost any taste, from a wining and dining tour in the Byward Market to a biplane adventure or a spectacular helicopter sightseeing tour over Parliament Hillor the 1000 Islands.
Ottawa and Eastern Ontario offer you a wealth of enjoyable, unique and memorable experiences. There is no shortage of fun things to do in Ottawa to check off your bucket list!
Whether you’re visiting, living there or just treating a friend or family member who is, make the most of Ottawa with Breakaway Experiences!
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1000 Islands Helicopter Tour
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Gananoque, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Experience spectacular views of the 1000 Islands from high above on this exciting helicopter tour. Feel the excitement as you lift off from Gananoque and become mesmerized by the beauty and richness of the 1000 Islands as only seen from the air.
From $99
1000 Islands Seaway and Cider Helicopter Tour
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Gananoque, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Experience the most spectacular views of the 1000 Islands on a 30-minute scenic helicopter tour with a stop at BUSL cidery for tastings and a meal.
$330
A Night Out in The ByWard Market Food & Wine Tour
| COVID-19 SAFETY | On COVID-hold for the time being |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Age restriction | Minimum age for participation - 19 years |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
| Availability | Currently not available |
Explore the ByWard Market during this mouth-watering three-hour Ottawa food and wine tour where you will discover culinary gems at four unique Byward Market restaurants.
$149
Blacksmith Class – Forge Your Own Blacksmithing Tools
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Hammond, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
What better way to get introduced to blacksmithing than to craft your very own blacksmith tools – a hammer, a punch, and a pair of punch holding tongs. This 7-hr class will introduce you to the art of blacksmithing using age-old techniques and traditional tools.
From $250
Blacksmith Class - Forge Your Own Golf Putter
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Hammond, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Blacksmithing is an ancient craft and this experience offers a chance to visit a real forge and be guided in the art of making your very own vintage style 1920's golf putter. From this blacksmith class, you will get a sense of the trade and its history while enjoying the artistry of the craft.
$195
Blacksmith Class – Forge Your Own Knife / Axe / War Hammer
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Discover the thrill of forging your own Chef’s Knife, Axe, or War Hammer as you learn the art of blacksmithing. Choose from several forging options at 2 Ottawa locations.
$250
Blacksmith Class – Forge Your Own San Mai Straight Razor
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Discover the art of forging metal blades and make your own San Mai straight razor. This 7-hour course is designed for beginners that have no or little experience in blacksmithing or metalwork.
$250
Blacksmith Class - Forge Your Own Steak Turner
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Feel the heat and excitement of hot steel being forged as you create your own personal steak turner. This 2-hr class introduces you to the art of blacksmithing using age-old techniques and traditional tools.
$80 was $100
Blacksmith Class – Sword Forging
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Hammond, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Learn the ancient are of blacksmithing from an expert blacksmith and forge your own Celtic style sword complete with cross guard and pommel in a 6-week forging workshop.
$1,695
Canadian Golf and Country Club Golf for Two
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 2 Participants |
A round of golf for two at the Canadian Golf and Country Club is the perfect experience gift for the hard to buy for golfer in your life! Respected for its great layout and outstanding conditions this 27-hole Ottawa golf course is just minutes west of Ottawa.
From $86
Dance Lessons with Arthur Murray, Ottawa
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 2 Participants |
| COVID-19 SAFETY | OPEN – Please see bottom of page for details |
This Dance Class with Arthur Murray in Ottawa is the perfect way to get out on dance the floor. Learn the right moves from a Professional Instructor with dance lessons for individuals and couples of any age or experience level.
$125
Dog Sledding and Snowshoeing Experience
| Where | Otter Lake, Quebec |
| Availability | Currently not available |
Escape the flurry of day to day life in Ottawa & Gatineau and head to magnificent trails in the scenic Pontiac. Enjoy a memorable winter experience dog sledding and snowshoeing.
$99
Dog Sledding and Snowshoeing Stay and Play Adventure
| Where | Otter Lake, Quebec |
| Availability | Currently not available |
Discover the fun of a dog sledding and snowshoeing adventure with an overnight stay and play experience in the Pontiac. Only a short drive from Ottawa and Gatineau, experience first-hand the excitement of mushing and snowshoeing through magnificent winter trails.
From $299
E-Scooter Exploration Adventure, Montebello
| COVID-19 SAFETY | NOW OPEN |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
| Where | Montebello, Quebec |
Experience the thrill of an E-Scooter Exploration Adventure as you follow GPS directions on an iPad to discover little-known places in and around Montebello.
From $10
Fighter Jet Flight, Ottawa
| COVID-19 SAFETY | NOW OPEN |
| Where | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Price for | 1 Participant |
Step into the world of a fighter pilot and experience the thrill of soaring across the sky in an L29 Delphin Fighter Jet from the cold war era over Ottawa and the Parliament Buildings.
From $1,699