Padovani Travel - 305 James Street North, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L4
Katherine Giambattista
(Tel:) 905-525-2525
TICO #50014877
2025 Grand Tour Rally
Day 1: Toronto to Fairmount Pittsburgh Hotel
Distance: Approx. 450 miles (725 km)
Driving Time: ~7 hours
Scenic Roads:
Highway 401: Start your journey on Ontario's major highway.
Highway 403: Connect to the QEW towards Niagara.
Niagara Parkway: Enjoy views of the Niagara River and the falls.
Overnight: Fairmount Pittsburgh Hotel
Day 2: Fairmount Pittsburgh Hotel to Stonewall Resort
Distance: Approx. 120 miles (193 km)
Driving Time: ~2.5 hours
Scenic Roads:
I-79 South: Head towards West Virginia.
US-33 East: Scenic views through the Allegheny Mountains.
Stop: Explore the beautiful landscapes and attractions at Stonewall Resort.
Overnight: Stonewall Resort
Day 3: Stonewall Resort to Moxy Asheville
Distance: Approx. 130 miles (209 km)
Driving Time: ~3 hours
Scenic Roads:
Blue Ridge Parkway: Famous for its stunning mountain views and overlooks.
US-221 South: Offers additional scenic views as you approach Asheville.
Attractions: Stop at overlooks and visitor centers along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Overnight: Moxy Asheville
Day 4: Moxy Asheville to The Tennessean Hotel via Tail of the Dragon
Distance: Approx. 200 miles (322 km)
Driving Time: ~4 hours
Scenic Roads:
US-129 South: Known as the Tail of the Dragon, famous for its 318 curves in 11 miles.
US-411 South: Connects you to I-75 towards Chattanooga.
Attractions: Enjoy the thrilling drive on the Tail of the Dragon.
Overnight: The Tennessean Hotel
Day 5: The Tennessean Hotel to Westin Chattanooga via Great Smoky Mountains
Scenic Roads: Explore local scenic drives around the area, including the scenic routes around Lookout Mountain
Final Dinner at Westin Chattanooga roof top
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Grand Tour 2024
Grand Tour 2024
Day 1: Aug 15, 2024
- Depart from Toronto and drive through Thousand Islands back roads to Old Montreal.
- Explore the centuries of history in architecture, art, and French culture in Old Montreal.
- Check-in at Le Western Montreal for your overnight stay.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulle-le-westin-montreal/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0
Day 2: Aug 16, 2024
- Enjoy breakfast at GaZette in Old Montreal.
- Cross the border to Vermont and drive through scenic routes, including Whiteface Mountain.
- Arrive at Hotel Vermont for your overnight stay.
https://hotelvt.com/
Day 3: Aug 17, 2024
- Start your day with breakfast at Juniper Restaurant in Hotel Vermont.
- Drive to Boston, Massachusetts, and check-in at the historic Liberty Hotel in downtown Boston.
- Explore the rich history and elegant architecture of the Liberty Hotel.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/boslc-the-liberty-a-luxury-collection-hotel-boston/overview/
Day 4: Aug 18, 2024
- Have breakfast at CLINK restaurant in the Liberty Hotel.
- Depart for Pennsylvania Lackawanna and check-in at The Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton, a historic hotel listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Day 5 (Optional): Aug 19, 2024
- Drive back to Toronto through the scenic route of the Finger Lakes in New York.
Total Distance: 2200 km
Accommodation: Top 10 hotels with breakfast included
Meals: Farewell dinner included
$3,995