Toronto Trek
Trip Dates: MARCH 8 - 13, 2024
Estimated Costs $1750.00 - $2450.00
CN Tower ♦ Royal ontario museum ♦ casa loma
a travel-study opportunity focused on music, art, theatre, and history through Riverland’s World Cultural Studies course. Registration Information coming soon.
Things to see and do
Niagara Falls
CN Tower
CN Tower
The CN Tower, short for the Canadian National Tower, is an iconic landmark located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is one of Canada's most prestigious museums and is located in Toronto, Ontario. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive museums in North America. The ROM's extensive collections cover a wide range of subjects, including art, culture, natural history, and world archaeology.
CASA LOMA
Casa Loma is a historic landmark located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is a grand and imposing castle-like mansion that was built between 1911 and 1914. The name "Casa Loma" is Spanish for "Hill House," and the mansion is aptly named because it sits atop a hill, offering stunning views of the city.
niagara falls
Niagara Falls is a world-famous natural wonder located on the border of the United States and Canada. It consists of three massive waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls (also known as the Canadian Falls), American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. These waterfalls are situated on the Niagara River, which connects Lake Erie to Lake Ontario.
high park
High Park is a popular and expansive urban park located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is one of Toronto's largest parks, covering approximately 400 acres (161 hectares). High Park offers a variety of recreational activities and natural attractions to enjoy.
AND MORE
Royal Ontario Museum ♦ Toronto Zoo ♦ Art Gallery of Ontario ♦ Kensington Market ♦ Chinatown ♦ St. Lawrence Market ♦ Hockey Hall of Fame ♦ Princess of Wales Theatre ♦ Toronto Symphony Orchestra ♦ Aga Kahn Museum ♦ and more!
Important Dates
Trip Dates
March 8 - 13, 2024
Information Sessions
- Monday, September 25 at 12:00 PM | Austin Campus - East Building, Room C108
- Monday, September 25 at 7:00 PM | Austin Campus - East Building, Room C108
Pre-Trip Class Sessions
Orientation classes are designed to assist you to maximize your time in Canada. Faculty will present options for exploring music, art, theatre, and historical offerings in Toronto as well as providing practical travel advice for your trip. Please keep these Monday evenings open for these classes. Class meetings are in-person on the Austin campus with a Zoom option.
- December 4, 2023
- January 8, 2024
- February 12, 2024
- March 4, 2024
- All sessions are 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Payment Schedule Dates
November 20, 2023
$300.00 non-refundable deposit & registration due
(accepted until November 20 or space is filled)
January 8, 2024
remainder due (non-refundable)
Financial Information
Basic Trip Cost:
- Quad occupancy - $1,750.00
- Triple occupancy - 1,850.00
- Double occupancy - 1,950.00
- Single occupancy - $2,450.00
Costs not included:
- Tuition for a 2-credit class at Riverland Community College $417.98 total including fees
- Trip insurance (required)
- Meals
- Local metro transit passes
- Concert & theatre tickets
- Museum/visitor fees
- Miscellaneous spending money (Tips and gratuities for coach drivers, porters, etc. are included in the trip price.)
What you receive for your Riverland tuition
- Elective credits in fine arts & humanities (all participants must register for 1 credit of MUSC 2295 and 1 credit of THTR 2295)
- Guidance of experienced Riverland faculty
- Pre-trip orientation classes
- Information session each morning of the trip
- Information and assistance obtaining tickets for cultural events
Eligible students: financial aid can be used to cover the
tuition and costs for this course.
Contact Information and Registration Instructions
This trip is open to students who are 18 on or before March 1, 2023.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Lindsey Williams, Theatre
507-434-7390
lindsey.williams@riverland.edu
or toll-free at 800-247-5039