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Eastern Highlights

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From Toronto to Montreal
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Toronto

    You'll arrive at Toronto International Airport and get picked up for the drive to your downtown hotel. After checking in and settling down, there's a pre-tour briefing this evening to go over what's coming up during your Eastern Canada trip.

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    Hotel (Sheraton Centre Toronto or similar)
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  2. Day 2

    Niagara Falls - Toronto

    Head out to Niagara Falls and board a cruise that takes you right to the foot of Horseshoe Falls, where you'll feel the mist on you. From there, you'll drive to the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake to walk around and see the well-preserved colonial architecture. Back in Toronto later, there's a welcome dinner this evening to kick things off.

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to the foot of Horseshoe Falls at Niagara Falls
    • Browse the shops of Niagara-on-the-Lake
    Landmarks
    Horseshoe Falls
    Niagara-on-the-Lake
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  3. Day 3

    Kingston - Ottawa

    Start at the top of CN Tower for views across the city. You'll head up University Avenue to see Ontario's Parliament Buildings and Queen's Park, then check out the museums along the way. After that, drive east along Lake Ontario to Kingston, and board a cruise through the Thousand Islands region before continuing on to Ottawa.

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    Hotel (Delta Ottawa Hotel City Centre or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Rise to the top of CN Tower, the tallest free-standing tower in North America
    • Sightseeing tour of Toronto including Parliament Buildings, Queen's Park, and museum row
    • 1000 Islands cruise
    • Sightseeing tour of Ottawa including Parliament Buildings and Rideau Canal
    Landmarks
    CN Tower
    Ontario Parliament Buildings
    Queen's Park
    Thousand Islands
    Parliament Buildings
    Rideau Canal
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  4. Day 4

    Ottawa

    A local guide takes you through Ottawa's main attractions, showing you the Parliament Buildings with their green-peaked roofs, City Hall, and the National Gallery. You'll see the tulip gardens if it's spring 75°F/24°C weather. Spend some free time at ByWard Market for lunch or browsing. If you're interested, there's an optional dinner and cultural show at Madahòkèi Farm with indigenous performances.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Ottawa with local guide
    • Free time at ByWard Market

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Madahòkèi Farm for authentic cultural experience with Cultural Ambassadors, special dinner and dance presentation
    Landmarks
    Parliament Buildings
    City Hall
    National Gallery
    ByWard Market
    Madahòkèi Farm
  5. Day 5

    Montreal

    Travel to Montreal, sitting on an island in the St. Lawrence River and known for its French character. When you arrive, you'll go on a sightseeing tour seeing St. Joseph's Oratory and Notre-Dame Cathedral, plus get views of the skyline from Mount Royal's parks.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Highlight lunch), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Novotel Montréal or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Montreal including St. Joseph's Oratory, Notre-Dame Cathedral and panoramic views from Mount Royal
    Landmarks
    St. Joseph's Oratory
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Mount Royal
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  6. Day 6

    Quebec City

    Leave Montreal heading to a traditional Quebec sugar shack for that local food experience. Stop in Deschambault, a quiet village on the St. Lawrence, then follow the Chemin du Roy (King's Road), which is Canada's oldest roadway. Later in Quebec City, you'll walk through the Plains of Abraham and tour the Citadel and Parliament buildings. After that, a walking tour takes you through the Old City's narrow streets and down to Lower Town.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional country cuisine at Sugar Shack), Dinner (Highlight dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Château Laurier or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Traditional Québécois Sugar Shack with maple candy-making lesson and local country cuisine lunch
    • Visit Deschambault village
    • Scenic drive along Chemin du Roy (King's Road)
    • Guided tour of Plains of Abraham, Citadel and Parliament buildings
    • Walking tour within the walls of Vieux Carré (Old City) and Lower Town
    Landmarks
    Deschambault
    Plains of Abraham
    Citadel
    Parliament Buildings
    Vieux Carré (Old City)
  7. Day 7

    Quebec City

    Spend the day in Quebec City on your own schedule. Walk the old streets, check out the historic buildings, try local food, and get a feel for how people live there. It's a good day to move at your own pace and really get to know the place.

    Meals
    Breakfast
  8. Day 8

    Departure

    Head to the airport for your flight home, wrapping up your Eastern Canada adventure.

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