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| Duration | Destination | Departure |
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| 12 days and 11 nights | Canada (Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Huntsville, Niagara Falls) | Canada (Toronto) |
Day 1:
Toronto
Arrive at Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Individual transfer to your centrally-located hotel. After checking in with your tour director, the remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Toronto.
Day 2:
Toronto
We get better acquainted with our travelling companions at breakfast before exploring Toronto on a morning city tour. Experience the sights and sounds of this cosmopolitan city as you explore the downtown area and residential areas. Highlights include the Eaton Centre, old and new City Halls, Casa Loma, Yorkville and the University of Toronto. You will pass by the Rogers Centre and the CN Tower and drive along the harbourfront for a complete impression of this city. The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration. Overnight in Toronto. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 3:
Toronto - Montreal
Departing early, we enjoy a pleasant drive east. Following the north shore of Lake Ontario, we pass endless miles of rolling farmland. Our first destination is the beautiful Thousand Islands resort region, where we embark upon a relaxing cruise. After taking in the sights and sounds of this river playground, we re-board our tour coach for the drive to Montreal. Overnight in Montreal. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 4:
Montreal
This morning, we will tour the second-largest 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. Afternoon is at leisure. Overnight in Montreal. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 5:
Montreal to Quebec City
This morning, we prepare to depart from Montreal’s cosmopolitan atmosphere and partially follow the route of Canada’s first carriageway, the Chemin du Roy deep into French Canada. Winding our way through typical French-Canadian villages and towns, we experience true immersion in French culture. Upon arrival in Quebec City, we tour within the walls of the old city and view Lower Town, the Citadel, Battlefields Park and the ornate city gates. Overnight in Quebec City. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 6:
Quebec City
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 a 3-hour whalewatching tour on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay River. Step aboard a regular boat and go in search of the world’s largest mammals. You will also visit the spectacular Montmorency Falls that are 30 metres higher than the world-famous Niagara Falls. Overnight in Quebec City. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 7:
Quebec City - Ottawa
Following the shore of the St. Lawrence, this morning we travel west past Montreal, across the Ontario border, and on to Ottawa - the nation’s capital. We stop for lunch along the way at the Sucrerie de la Montagne - an authentic sugar shack and pioneer-style restaurant. Upon arrival in Ottawa, we take a quick tour of Ottawa. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Ottawa. Canadian breakfast and lunch are included.
Day 8:
Ottawa
In the morning we explore Ottawa on a city tour. We view the Parliament Buildings, residences of the Prime Minister and the Governor General, the Rideau Canal (designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site), and much more. The afternoon is free for independent exploration of Ottawa’s many museums and fine galleries, shopping at the Sparks Street Mall or perhaps a boat cruise on one of the city’s many waterways. Overnight in Ottawa. Breakfast included.
Day 9:
Ottawa - Hunstville
Our journey west from Ottawa features sparkling lakes, rushing streams, deep forests and characteristic northern towns. The trip will be highlighted by a visit to Algonquin Provincial Park where we will take a walk along the scenic trails. This immense wildlife and forest preserve is a favourite destination for camping expeditions during the summer months, and your walk will give you the opportunity to experience a little of it for yourself. Soon, we enter the Muskoka resort region, our destination for the night. Overnight in Hunstville. Canadian breakfast included.
Day 10:
Hunstville - Niagara Falls
We are driving south past Toronto and then through the orchards and vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula with a final destination of Niagara Falls. A thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls brings us to the foot of the thundering waterfalls for an unforgettable experience. We will take a ride to the top of the Skylon Tower providing a spectacular view of the falls and the surrounding district of Niagara. Afterwards, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara Skywheel that gives you a breathtaking view of Niagara Falls region. The evening is free for exploring North America’s “honeymoon capital”. Overnight in Niagara Falls. Continental breakfast included.
Day 11:
Niagara Falls - Toronto
We leave Niagara Falls this morning. Our drive follows the scenic Niagara Parkway through the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, home of the Shaw Festival. Here we see a small but thriving community, proud to display a carefully-preserved nineteenth-century atmosphere. This afternoon completes the tour with a short drive back to Toronto. The evening features our special “Farewell to Canada” dinner at the CN Tower. Overnight in Toronto. Canadian breakfast and dinner included.
Day 12:
Toronto
Canadian breakfast included.
- Toronto sightseeing tour
- Thousand Islands boat cruise
- Montreal sightseeing tour
- Quebec City sightseeing tour
- Ottawa city sightseeing
- Algonquin Provincial Park excursion
- Visit to Niagara Falls and the Skylon Tower
- Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls
- 12-day Eastern Explorer: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
- Transportation by modern tour coach
- Experienced tour driver
- Tour director throughout
- First-class (or best available) accommodation
- Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
- Provincial Taxes and Federal GST and/or HST
- Transfers (to and from hotel/airport) unless otherwise noted under inclusions
- International flights
- Insurance
- Any extras
- Anything not specified in the price includes
| Day | Overnight | Itinerary highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chelsea Hotel or similarToronto |
Toronto Welcome desk in the hotel lobby with our Tour Director available. |
| 2 | Chelsea Hotel or similarToronto | |
| 3 | Delta Hotel by Marriott Montreal or similarMontreal | |
| 4 | Delta Hotel by Marriott Montreal or similarMontreal | |
| 5 | Hotel Le Concorde or similarQuebec City | |
| 6 | Hotel Le Concorde or similarQuebec City | |
| 7 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre or similarOttawa | |
| 8 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre or similarOttawa | |
| 9 | Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn or similarHuntsville | |
| 10 | Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview or similarNiagara Falls | |
| 11 | Chelsea Hotel or similarToronto | |
| 12 | Toronto |
| Place | English commentary | German commentary |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | Chelsea Hotel or similar | |
| Montreal | Delta Hotel by Marriott Montreal or similar | |
| Quebec City | Hotel Le Concorde or similar | |
| Ottawa | Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre or similar | |
| Huntsville | Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn or similar | |
| Niagara Falls | Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview or similar | |
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