Evening: You will depart Ottawa at 5:00pm on December 19th and prepare for your drive starting the next morning. Rest well tonight for an early start.
Find HotelsMorning: Begin driving at 6:00am. Plan to stop in Cleveland, Ohio for a quick refreshment break and visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame briefly from outside or a quick stop at a nearby café.
Afternoon: Continue driving south with an afternoon stop in Cincinnati, Ohio or northern Kentucky. Take a short break at Eden Park for scenic views and stretching your legs.
Evening: Check into a budget-friendly hotel near Lexington, Kentucky around 7:30pm. Suggested hotels include Motel 6 Lexington or Red Roof Inn Lexington for affordable pricing and convenient access.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart by 6:00am from Lexington. Drive through Tennessee, passing through Nashville. Stop for a short morning break at Centennial Park to see a quick view of the Parthenon replica.
Afternoon: Continue your journey into Arkansas and then Texas, stopping for lunch/rest near Texarkana, TX/AR or around Tyler, Texas if time permits.
Evening: Arrive in Houston, Texas by 9:30pm - 10:00pm on Sunday, December 21st. Consider a quick visit or drive by Downtown Houston or your final destination within the city.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: $80
If you want to extend your trip, consider adding an extra overnight stop in Nashville or Little Rock to explore their attractions more fully and rest better. For a shorter trip, reduce break times and shift your departure to earlier on December 19th to fit longer driving hours within the allowed 6:00am to 8:00pm window.