Itinerary
- Day 1
Toronto to Montreal
You'll leave the Chelsea Hotel early in the morning and head east, driving along Lake Ontario's north shore through farmland and rolling countryside. The route takes you through the Thousand Islands resort area, which you'll pass through before continuing on to Montreal for your first night. It's a scenic drive that sets the tone for the trip ahead.
Included Activities
- Thousand Islands boat cruise
Landmarks/POIs Thousand Islands Lake Ontario - Day 2
Montreal
A guided tour walks you through Montreal starting with the Olympic Complex and then moves into Old Montreal's historic neighborhoods. You'll see McGill University, walk through Mount Royal's residential streets, and check out the shopping districts. After lunch, the rest of the afternoon is yours to wander around on your own and see what interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Montreal sightseeing tour including Olympic Complex, Old Montreal, McGill University, Mount Royal, and shopping streets
Landmarks/POIs Olympic Complex Old Montreal McGill University Mount Royal - Day 3
Montreal to Quebec City
Today follows the historic Chemin du Roy route as it winds through traditional French-Canadian villages and towns, giving you a feel for the region's character. Later you'll arrive in Quebec City where a guided tour takes you through the old city walls. You'll see Lower Town, the Citadel, Battlefields Park, and the ornate gates that mark the city's boundaries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Quebec City sightseeing tour including Lower Town, Citadel, Battlefields Park, and city gates
Landmarks/POIs Quebec City Old City Lower Town Citadel of Quebec Battlefields Park - Day 4
Quebec City
This day is completely open for you to explore Quebec City at your own pace and see what catches your attention. If you want something organized, there's an optional excursion to Tadoussac that includes a 3-hour whale-watching tour on the St. Lawrence River and a stop at Montmorency Falls, which rises 30 meters higher than Niagara Falls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Full-day excursion to Tadoussac including 3-hour whale-watching tour on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay River and visit to Montmorency Falls
Landmarks/POIs St. Lawrence River Saguenay River Montmorency Falls Tadoussac - Day 5
Quebec City to Ottawa
You'll head west along the St. Lawrence shore, passing through Montreal and crossing into Ontario toward Ottawa. The group stops for lunch at the Sucrerie de la Montagne, an authentic sugar shack with pioneer-style food and atmosphere. From there it's on to Ottawa, where the afternoon is free for you to do whatever you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Sucrerie de la Montagne, an authentic sugar shack and pioneer-style restaurant)
Included Activities
- Quick tour of Ottawa
- Lunch at Sucrerie de la Montagne
Landmarks/POIs St. Lawrence River Sucrerie de la Montagne - Day 6
Ottawa
The morning includes a guided tour of Ottawa covering the Parliament Buildings, the residences of the Prime Minister and Governor General, and the Rideau Canal, which is recognized by UNESCO. After that, the afternoon opens up so you can check out the museums and galleries, browse Sparks Street Mall for shopping, or take a boat cruise on the city's waterways.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ottawa city tour including Parliament Buildings, Prime Minister's residence, Governor General's residence, and Rideau Canal
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Ottawa's museums and galleries
- Shopping at Sparks Street Mall
- Boat cruise on city waterways
Landmarks/POIs Parliament Buildings Rideau Canal Sparks Street Mall - Day 7
Ottawa to Huntsville
Heading west from Ottawa, you'll drive through sparkling lakes, rushing streams, and deep forests past northern towns. You'll visit Algonquin Provincial Park and walk scenic trails through this well-known wildlife and forest area. Later you continue on to Huntsville in the Muskoka resort region, where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Algonquin Provincial Park excursion with walk along scenic trails
Landmarks/POIs Algonquin Provincial Park Muskoka - Day 8
Huntsville to Niagara Falls
After driving south past Toronto through orchards and vineyards on the Niagara Peninsula, you'll board a Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat that takes you right to the foot of the falls. Then you'll ride up the Skylon Tower for views across the whole area. There's an optional helicopter tour or SkyWheel if you want something extra. The evening is open for exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls
- Skylon Tower visit
Optional Activities
- Niagara Helicopter Tour
- Niagara SkyWheel
Landmarks/POIs Niagara Falls Skylon Tower Niagara Peninsula - Day 9
Niagara Falls to Toronto
You'll leave Niagara Falls this morning and take the scenic Niagara Parkway through Niagara-on-the-Lake, a historic village with a well-preserved nineteenth-century feel and home to the Shaw Festival. After that it's a short drive back to Toronto, where you'll arrive around 5:30 p.m. and the tour wraps up.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Exploration of historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake
Landmarks/POIs Niagara Parkway Niagara-on-the-Lake Shaw Festival
