Guide

Services of a professional Tour Director throughout

Meals

11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner

Accommodation

11-night accommodation in first-class hotels Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar Delta Hotel by Marriott, Montreal, or similar Hotel Le Concorde, Quebec City, or similar Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, or similar Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn, Huntsville, or similar Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview, Niagara Falls, or similar

Others

Toronto sightseeing tour Thousand Islands boat cruise Montreal sightseeing tour Quebec City sightseeing tour Ottawa sightseeing tour Algonquin Provincial Park excursion Visit to Niagara Falls and the Skylon Tower Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls Baggage handling (1 piece per person) Provincial Taxes and Federal GST and/or HST

Transport

Transportation by modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver

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Others

Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature Travel Insurance Pre and Post Accommodation Meet and Greet airport transfer service Everything that is not mentioned in included

Flights

Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Tadoussac Whalewatching Tour on the St. Lawrence River and a visit to Montmorency Falls on return Niagara Falls Helicopter Tour Niagara Skywheel Optional activities may be booked on-site with our tour director. Prices will be competitive with locally available sightseeing tours. Passengers must pay the tour director directly. Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard) are accepted Pre and post accommodation Meet and Greet airport transfer service

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Toronto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In 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. Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar
Day 2 Day 2: Toronto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Toronto

We get better acquainted with our traveling 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. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar
Day 3 Day 3: Toronto To Montreal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Toronto To 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. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Delta Hotel by Marriott, Montreal, or similar
Day 4 Day 4: Montreal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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. The afternoon is for leisure. Overnight in Montreal. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Delta Hotel by Marriott, Montreal, or similar
Day 5 Day 5: Montreal To Quebec City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Hotel Le Concorde, Quebec City, or similar
Day 6 Day 6: Quebec City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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 whale-watching 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 which are 30 meters higher than the world-famous Niagara Falls. Overnight in Quebec City. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Hotel Le Concorde, Quebec City, or similar
Day 7 Day 7: Quebec City To Ottawa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Quebec City To Ottawa

Following the shore of 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. Meals: B, L. Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, or similar
Day 8 Day 8: Ottawa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, or similar
Day 9 Day 9: Ottawa To Huntsville
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Ottawa To Huntsville

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 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 allow you to experience a little of it for yourself. Soon, we enter the Muskoka resort region, our destination for the night. Overnight in Huntsville. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn, Huntsville, or similar
Day 10 Day 10: Huntsville To Niagara Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Huntsville To 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. Afterward, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara SkyWheel that offers a breathtaking view of the Niagara Falls region. The evening is free for exploring North America’s “honeymoon capital.” Overnight in Niagara Falls. Meals: B. Accommodation at the Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview, Niagara Falls, or similar
Day 11 Day 11: Niagara Falls To Toronto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Niagara Falls To 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. Meals: B, D. Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar
Day 12 Day 12: Toronto Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Toronto Departure

A time for last-minute shopping and sad farewells. Individual transfer to Pearson International Airport, Toronto, in time to check in for your return flight. Meals: B

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Itinerary of your trip Eastern Explorer - 2025

Day 1: Arrival In Toronto

Day 2: Toronto

Day 3: Toronto To Montreal

Day 4: Montreal

Day 5: Montreal To Quebec City

Day 6: Quebec City

Day 7: Quebec City To Ottawa

Day 8: Ottawa

Day 9: Ottawa To Huntsville

Day 10: Huntsville To Niagara Falls

Day 11: Niagara Falls To Toronto

Day 12: Toronto Departure

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