Duration
8 Days/7 Nights
Travel Type
Escorted Tours
On this Eastern adventure you’ll discover Canada’s unbeatable mix of Old World charm and vibrant urban pleasures. The fortified towns, canals and historic forts of Canada’s founding cultures comfortably coexist with cosmopolitan cities boasting exciting fashion and food, world-class attractions and thriving artistic communities. Urban adventures make way for the legendary splendour of the Laurentian Mountains, the majestic St. Lawrence River and the beautiful Thousand Islands resort region. You’ll journey alongside tulip-lined waterways and cruise to the foot of thundering Niagara Falls. This journey delivers natural beauty, natural charm and urban thrills.
Inclusions
8-day program: accommodation for 7 nights / 7-day program: accommodation for 6 nights
8-day program: 7 breakfasts / 7-day program: 6 breakfasts
Sightseeing tour in Toronto and Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Quebec City and Montreal
Transportation by modern tour coach with experienced tour driver
English speaking tour director throughout
Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
Provincial and Federal Taxes
Exclusions
Any flights unless otherwise mentioned – arrival, departure transfers and other transfers unless otherwise mentioned – meals unless otherwise mentioned – gratuities – beverages – optional excursions
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DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN TORONTO (SATURDAY)
Arrive at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. After checking in with your tour director, the remainder of the day is free to explore the streets of this dynamic city. Discover the delights of Toronto’s colourful neighbourhoods, take a ride to the top of the CN Tower, experience the lively theatre district and indulge in one of the numerous restaurants. Overnight in Toronto.
Accommodation : Toronto for 2 nights
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DAY 2 TORONTO / NIAGARA FALLS EXCURSION (SUNDAY)
This morning we meet our fellow travellers at breakfast before setting out to discover the many identities of the Canada’s most cosmopolitan city. After seeing the provincial parliament buildings, the waterfront, the imposing CN Tower and lively Chinatown, we leave the city and head for the Niagara Peninsula. We pass through outlying communities and towns along the shores of Lake Ontario en route to Niagara Falls. Time is allocated to admire the falls and take part in some of Niagara Falls numerous activities. Overnight in Toronto. Canadian breakfast included.
Meals : Breakfast
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DAY 3 TORONTO TO OTTAWA (MONDAY)
We leave the Toronto skyline behind and drive east towards Ottawa. Our route then winds through rolling farmland, following the rivers and lakes of the Rideau Waterway. Upon arrival in Ottawa, we enjoy a sightseeing tour of the national capital. Defined by the Rideau Canal (designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site) and the government buildings on Parliament Hill, the city offers many great sights including the public gardens, the Byward Market and City Hall. Overnight in Ottawa. Canadian breakfast included.
Accommodation : Ottawa for 1 night
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DAY 4 OTTAWA TO QUEBEC CITY (TUESDAY)
This morning we travel along the scenic Ottawa River to the French-speaking province of Quebec. We skirt the magnificent Laurentians and follow the Chemin du Roy Highway past rustic Quebecois villages and historic shrines. Today’s journey ends in Quebec’s cultural heartland, Quebec City. We tour within the walls of the old city and view the ornate city gates, Lower Town, the Citadel and Battlefields Park. Overnight in the region of Quebec City. Continental breakfast included.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Quebec City for 2 nights
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DAY 5 QUEBEC CITY (WEDNESDAY)
The day is at your leisure to further explore the sights of this charming World Heritage Site. You can enjoy an optional full day excursion to Tadoussac including 3-hours of whalewatching on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay River aboard a regular boat. Upon return, we will visit the spectacular Montmorency Falls that are 30 metres higher than the Niagara Falls with a flow of roughly 35,000 litres of water per second (125,000 litres during the spring). Overnight in the region of Quebec City. Continental breakfast included.
Meals : Breakfast
6
DAY 6 QUEBEC CITY - MONTREAL (THURSDAY)
Departing from Quebec City we drive along the St. Lawrence River in the footsteps of the early settlers. Upon arrival in Montreal, we tour the secondlargest French-speaking city in the world. The dynamic city of Montreal encapsulates the two founding cultures of Canada and boasts a curious blend of history and modernity. Touring the downtown area we view the Olympic Complex, charming Old Montreal, McGill University, the residential streets of Mount Royal and the bustling shopping streets. Overnight in Montreal. Continental breakfast included.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Montreal for 1 night
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DAY 7 MONTREAL - TORONTO (FRIDAY)
Today’s journey takes us back to Toronto. On route will be a stop in Rockport you have an option of enjoying an entertaining and relaxing cruise through the beautiful 1000 group of islands. Overnight in Toronto. Continental breakfast included.
*7-day program ends with a drop off at Toronto Downtown or Airport. Continental breakfast is included.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Toronto for 1 night
8
DAY 8 TORONTO / END OF TOUR - (SATURDAY)
The time has come for some last-minute shopping and to say farewell to Canada. Individual transfer to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport in time to check in for your return flight. Continental breakfast included.
Meals : Breakfast
3 or 3.5* hotel options or similar
Toronto: Courtyard by Marriott Toronto
Ottawa: Holiday Inn Parliament Hill or Days Inn Ottawa Downtown
Quebec City: Hotel Ambassadeur* or Hotel Lindbergh* or Travelodge by Wyndham Hotel Quebec City
Montreal: Hotel Faubourg Montreal or Hotel Chrome or Les Suites Labelle
Toronto: Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel (8 days program only)
*Hotel located in a suburban area.
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Prices per person, in CA$, starting from |
Land Package |
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Departures 2023 |
Twin |
Single |
Triple |
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May 13 and 27 June 10 July 1, 15 and 29 August 19 and 26 September 2 and 9 |
1299 | 1999 | 1149 |
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May 13 and 27 June 10 July 1, 15 and 29 August 19 and 26 September 2 and 9 |
1449 | 2239 | 1249 |
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PRE- & POST-TOUR ACCOMMODATION |
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TORONTO – Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel |
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May 31 – Oct 31 |
99 | 215 | 79 |
** Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to special events, operation hours/days and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. The prices indicated exclude the contribution to the Customer Compensation Fund of $3.50 per $1,000 of tourism product or service purchased from a travel agent in Quebec.
