Itinerary
- Day 1
Montreal
You'll arrive in Montreal and have the rest of the day to explore at your own pace. Head over to Jean-Talon Market to grab some local snacks and soak in the French atmosphere, or wander through Le Plateau checking out those iconic outdoor staircases and browsing vintage shops. If you're feeling energetic, a stroll along the Lachine Canal or a visit to the Biosphère on Île Sainte-Hélène works too.
Optional Activities
- Visit Jean-Talon Market for local snacks and shopping
- Explore Le Plateau district with iconic staircases and vintage stores
- Stroll along Lachine Canal
- Visit Biosphère on Île Sainte-Hélène
Landmarks Jean-Talon Market Le Plateau Lachine Canal Biosphère 
- Day 2
Montreal
Grab a bike rental and see Montreal from two wheels. Start in Downtown for the multicultural energy, then head to Old Town with its cobbled streets and historic feel. Notre-Dame Basilica deserves a stop for its striking interior, and Old Port Waterfront has street performers and food trucks worth checking out. End the day by cycling up Mont Royal to Belvedere Kondiaronk for the best skyline views.
Optional Activities
- Bike rental for exploring Montreal
- Visit Downtown Montreal
- Explore Old Town with cobbled streets
- Visit Notre-Dame Basilica
- Explore Old Port Waterfront
- Hike Mont Royal park and visit Belvedere Kondiaronk viewpoint
Landmarks Notre-Dame Basilica Old Port Waterfront Mont Royal Belvedere Kondiaronk - Day 3
Montreal
Spend time in Mile End district exploring the indie shops, vintage stores, small galleries and cafés that define the neighborhood's creative character. Hit up either St-Viateur or Fairmount bagel shop for the real deal, then head to Musée des beaux-arts to see both classics and modern art. Relax at Parc La Fontaine for a bit, then finish the evening on a rooftop terrace with skyline views.
Optional Activities
- Explore Mile End district vintage stores and galleries
- Visit St-Viateur Bagel Shop or Fairmount Bagel
- Visit Musée des beaux-arts
- Relax at Parc La Fontaine
- Dine at rooftop terraces with skyline views
Landmarks Mile End St-Viateur Bagel Shop Fairmount Bagel Musée des beaux-arts Parc La Fontaine - Day 4
Montreal to Ottawa
Take the train to Ottawa and explore Canada's capital. Walk through Victorian-style villas, check out the green parks and waterways scattered throughout the city. Stroll along Rideau River with its seasonal activities and parks, visit Parliament Hill on the Ottawa River, then explore the National Gallery's distinctive glass building for great Parliament views and photo opportunities.
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Ottawa as per itinerary
Optional Activities
- Stroll through parks along Rideau River
- Visit Parliament Hill viewpoint
- Visit National Gallery of Canada (entrance fee)
Landmarks Parliament Hill National Gallery of Canada Rideau River Ottawa River 
- Day 5
Ottawa to Toronto
Board the train from Ottawa to Toronto and take it easy upon arrival. Wander through Kensington Market to see the colorful walls, vintage stores and cafés, or grab a seat at a rooftop bar and relax with skyline views. Save the big attractions for tomorrow and just get a feel for the city today.
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Toronto as per itinerary
Optional Activities
- Explore Kensington Market
- Visit rooftop bars with skyline views
Landmarks Kensington Market 
- Day 6
Toronto
Start with breakfast at a local café then head to St. Lawrence Market to try the food stalls, fresh bagels and poutine. Walk by the Gooderham Building (the Flatiron) for photos, check out Nathan Phillips Square and its ice skating if you're visiting in winter. Wrap up with a sunset stroll along the Harborfront and the Simcoe WaveDeck.
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at cafés like Kupfert & Kim (including waffles with maple syrup)
- Explore St. Lawrence Market
- Visit Gooderham Building
- Visit Nathan Phillips Square and ice skating
- Stroll along Harborfront
- Walk Simcoe WaveDeck
Landmarks St. Lawrence Market Gooderham Building Nathan Phillips Square Harborfront Simcoe WaveDeck 
- Day 7
Toronto to Niagara Falls
Join a full-day guided tour to Niagara Falls and experience one of nature's major attractions. You'll stop at Floral Clock and Niagara Whirlpool for photos, do a maple syrup tasting session at Maple Leaf Place, and get right up to the thundering Horseshoe Falls. The tour includes seeing where the US border runs through the falls before heading back to Toronto.
Included Activities
- Full-day group excursion to Niagara Falls with English-speaking guide
- Visit Floral Clock
- Visit Niagara Whirlpool
- Maple syrup tasting session at Maple Leaf Place
- View Horseshoe Falls
Landmarks Floral Clock Niagara Whirlpool Horseshoe Falls Maple Leaf Place 
- Day 8
Toronto
Explore Toronto's creative side starting in the Distillery District with chai or cold brew among old brick buildings, indie boutiques and art galleries. Check out the PATH system, an underground tunnel network filled with stores and street food options. End the afternoon at Graffiti Alley to see the vibrant street art and constantly changing murals.
Optional Activities
- Visit Distillery District with indie boutiques and art galleries
- Explore PATH system underground tunnels and shops
- Visit Graffiti Alley for street art
Landmarks Distillery District PATH system Graffiti Alley - Day 9
Toronto to Vancouver
Fly from Toronto to Vancouver on Canada's west coast and settle into your accommodation. If time allows, explore Gastown with its Victorian brick facades and cobblestone streets, and listen for the famous steam clock whistling throughout the area.
Included Activities
- Scheduled flight from Toronto to Vancouver
Optional Activities
- Take SkyTrain into the city (payable locally)
- Explore Gastown district
Landmarks Gastown Steam Clock - Day 10
Vancouver
Experience Vancouver's mix of city and nature today. Visit Canada Place to watch seaplanes come and go, stroll around Coal Harbour admiring the yachts. Bike through Stanley Park, one of Canada's largest city parks, with its ancient trees and ocean views. Head to Granville Island to explore over 300 shops, the public market and various food vendors.
Optional Activities
- Visit Canada Place
- Stroll Coal Harbour
- Bike around Stanley Park (payable on site)
- Explore Granville Island and Public Market
Landmarks Canada Place Burrard Inlet Coal Harbour Stanley Park Granville Island - Day 11
Vancouver
Head through Chinatown checking out the street art, red lanterns and food stalls, then visit Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden for some zen vibes. Travel to Capilano Suspension Bridge, which sits 70 meters above a ravine with optional Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventure Park access. Finish at Grouse Mountain via gondola to see the skyline, ocean and forest views.
Optional Activities
- Explore Chinatown
- Visit Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
- Cross Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Capilano Cliffwalk (optional, payable locally)
- Capilano Treetops Adventure Park (optional, payable locally)
- Grouse Mountain gondola ride (optional, payable locally)
Landmarks Chinatown Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden Capilano Suspension Bridge Grouse Mountain - Day 12
Vancouver to North Vancouver
Take the SeaBus ferry across Burrard Inlet to North Vancouver for waterfront views and mountain scenery. Explore Lonsdale Quay Market with its food stalls and handmade goods, then head to Lynn Canyon for suspension bridges, waterfalls and that rainforest feeling without the crowds. Return to Vancouver for sunset at either Sunset Beach or English Bay.
Optional Activities
- SeaBus ferry to North Vancouver (payable on site)
- Explore Lonsdale Quay Market
- Visit Lynn Canyon with suspension bridges and waterfalls
- Relax at Sunset Beach or English Bay
Landmarks Burrard Inlet Lonsdale Quay Market Lynn Canyon Sunset Beach English Bay - Day 13
Vancouver Departure
Take time to reflect on your Canadian adventure with all its memories and moments. Head to the airport in Vancouver for your flight home, carrying with you stories and the realization that this trip was something special.
Included Activities
- Scheduled flight from Vancouver
- Day 14
Arrival Home
You'll arrive home with your luggage and your head full of stories about new places, the warm people you met and your favorite moments from the Canadian journey.
