BEST
OF EASTERN CANADA
10 DAYS FROM $1,899 US
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Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640
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Niagara Falls provides a dramatic start to
this experience that reveals to you the delightful and romantic cities
of Montreal, Quebec City, and the sophisicated Charlevoix region.
Departure Dates:
May - October
More Tours and Cruises available on request
10 DAYS FROM $1,899 US
Details below or click here for more information INQUIRY FORM
Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640
Fax: (425) 984-7676
Niagara Falls provides a dramatic start to
this experience that reveals to you the delightful and romantic cities
of Montreal, Quebec City, and the sophisicated Charlevoix region.
Day
1 - Arrive Toronto (2 nights)
Welcome to Toronto, Canada’s largest city! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel.
Hotel: Sheraton Centre Toronto
Day 2 - Niagara Falls excursion
We travel around Lake Ontario to the magnifi cent sight of Niagara Falls. There is plenty of time to take it all in from the lovely park-like setting on the Canadian side. Then we see the falls up close aboard the unforgettable Maid of the Mist cruise. Following the dramatic cataract along the scenic Niagara Peninsula, we visit the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, the colonial capital of Upper Canada. This evening join your fellow traveling companions for dinner at the hotel. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Day 3 - Toronto – Kingston
We start the day with an orientation tour of Toronto, viewing Queen’s Park, the busy entertainment district, stately University Avenue and the CN Tower. Heading north, we follow the shores of Lake Ontario through the Ontario countryside to the historic town of Kingston. Here, we visit Old Fort Henry, a 19th century British military fortress, and learn about British garrison life during the year of Canada’s confederation. This evening is at leisure; perhaps enjoy a picturesque dinner cruise through the spectacular 1000 Islands region. (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront Hotel
Day 4 - Kingston – Upper Canada Village – Montreal
We visit Upper Canada Village, a recreated 1860’s rural community where citizens take us back in time. We then travel to Montreal, the cultural capital of French Canada and the largest French-speaking city outside France. Here our local guide introduces us to the historic sites of Montreal including spectacular Notre-Dame Basilica and the modern contrasts of bustling downtown. We also stop at Mount Royal for lovely views over the city. During our city tour, our Tour Director will reveal a special Hidden Treasure to us! (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Omni Mont-Royal
Day 5 - Montreal – Charlevoix region (2 nights)
Leaving the city behind, we travel northeast along the St. Lawrence River for a twonight stay at the magnificent Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, majestically situated between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the Charlevoix region. Rich in tradition and history, this beautiful resort offers the charms of the countryside while maintaining the sophistication of a world-class establishment. This evening, we enjoy dinner at one of the resort’s fine restaurants. After dinner, perhaps try your luck at the resort’s cozy Casino de Charlevoix. (Full breakfast / Buffet dinner)
Hotel: Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu
Day 6 - Charlevoix region at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure to pursue your own interests. Experience the area’s exceptional natural sights and unique attractions. Perhaps explore the many local workshops, boutiques, studios and art galleries, go whale watching through one of the world’s most scenic marine mammal observation areas, or simply relax at the resort, play golf or tennis, take a dip in the indoor or outdoor all-season pools, or treat yourself at the spa. Your Tour Director will help you plan your day. (Full breakfast)
Day 7 - Charlevoix region – Baie-St-Paul – Quebec City (2 nights)
Our first stop today is at the picturesque village of Baie-Saint-Paul, where there is time to stroll the streets lined with beautiful ancestral homes, boutiques and art galleries. Next we visit the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre, located within one of the most visited shrines in North America. We then stop at the beautiful Montmorency Falls, which at 275 feet are nearly 100 feet taller than those at Niagara, before entering Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded as a trading post at a narrowing of the St. Lawrence River, the walled city quickly grew on the cliffs overlooking the river. With French as the primary language, old-world Quebec City offers a truly unique experience. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Delta Quebec
Day 8 - Quebec City sightseeing & at leisure
We are joined by a local guide and start our sightseeing tour of Quebec City, exploring the narrow streets of the Old Town and the Plains of Abraham, site of a major colonial battle between the British and French. The rest of the day is at leisure to do as you please. Perhaps browse the shops and galleries, visit a museum, or simply sit at a sidewalk cafe and relax watching the world go by. (Full breakfast)
Day 9 - Quebec City – Ottawa
We travel back into Ontario to Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital city. On arrival, we are taken on an orientation tour of the city, viewing the stately buildings of Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada, the beautiful downtown parks and Rideau Canal, filled with millions of tulips in May. This evening we toast to our Eastern Canada adventure at our Farewell Dinner. (Full breakfast / Farewell dinner)
Hotel: Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Day 10 - Ottawa – Depart Toronto
A complimentary transfer is provided to Toronto International Airport and the tour hotel in Toronto for passengers extending their stay. (Full breakfast)
Please do not schedule any flights before 6.00 pm
Welcome to Toronto, Canada’s largest city! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel.
Hotel: Sheraton Centre Toronto
Day 2 - Niagara Falls excursion
We travel around Lake Ontario to the magnifi cent sight of Niagara Falls. There is plenty of time to take it all in from the lovely park-like setting on the Canadian side. Then we see the falls up close aboard the unforgettable Maid of the Mist cruise. Following the dramatic cataract along the scenic Niagara Peninsula, we visit the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, the colonial capital of Upper Canada. This evening join your fellow traveling companions for dinner at the hotel. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Day 3 - Toronto – Kingston
We start the day with an orientation tour of Toronto, viewing Queen’s Park, the busy entertainment district, stately University Avenue and the CN Tower. Heading north, we follow the shores of Lake Ontario through the Ontario countryside to the historic town of Kingston. Here, we visit Old Fort Henry, a 19th century British military fortress, and learn about British garrison life during the year of Canada’s confederation. This evening is at leisure; perhaps enjoy a picturesque dinner cruise through the spectacular 1000 Islands region. (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront Hotel
Day 4 - Kingston – Upper Canada Village – Montreal
We visit Upper Canada Village, a recreated 1860’s rural community where citizens take us back in time. We then travel to Montreal, the cultural capital of French Canada and the largest French-speaking city outside France. Here our local guide introduces us to the historic sites of Montreal including spectacular Notre-Dame Basilica and the modern contrasts of bustling downtown. We also stop at Mount Royal for lovely views over the city. During our city tour, our Tour Director will reveal a special Hidden Treasure to us! (Full breakfast)
Hotel: Omni Mont-Royal
Day 5 - Montreal – Charlevoix region (2 nights)
Leaving the city behind, we travel northeast along the St. Lawrence River for a twonight stay at the magnificent Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, majestically situated between the mountains and the sea in the heart of the Charlevoix region. Rich in tradition and history, this beautiful resort offers the charms of the countryside while maintaining the sophistication of a world-class establishment. This evening, we enjoy dinner at one of the resort’s fine restaurants. After dinner, perhaps try your luck at the resort’s cozy Casino de Charlevoix. (Full breakfast / Buffet dinner)
Hotel: Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu
Day 6 - Charlevoix region at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure to pursue your own interests. Experience the area’s exceptional natural sights and unique attractions. Perhaps explore the many local workshops, boutiques, studios and art galleries, go whale watching through one of the world’s most scenic marine mammal observation areas, or simply relax at the resort, play golf or tennis, take a dip in the indoor or outdoor all-season pools, or treat yourself at the spa. Your Tour Director will help you plan your day. (Full breakfast)
Day 7 - Charlevoix region – Baie-St-Paul – Quebec City (2 nights)
Our first stop today is at the picturesque village of Baie-Saint-Paul, where there is time to stroll the streets lined with beautiful ancestral homes, boutiques and art galleries. Next we visit the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre, located within one of the most visited shrines in North America. We then stop at the beautiful Montmorency Falls, which at 275 feet are nearly 100 feet taller than those at Niagara, before entering Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded as a trading post at a narrowing of the St. Lawrence River, the walled city quickly grew on the cliffs overlooking the river. With French as the primary language, old-world Quebec City offers a truly unique experience. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Delta Quebec
Day 8 - Quebec City sightseeing & at leisure
We are joined by a local guide and start our sightseeing tour of Quebec City, exploring the narrow streets of the Old Town and the Plains of Abraham, site of a major colonial battle between the British and French. The rest of the day is at leisure to do as you please. Perhaps browse the shops and galleries, visit a museum, or simply sit at a sidewalk cafe and relax watching the world go by. (Full breakfast)
Day 9 - Quebec City – Ottawa
We travel back into Ontario to Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital city. On arrival, we are taken on an orientation tour of the city, viewing the stately buildings of Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada, the beautiful downtown parks and Rideau Canal, filled with millions of tulips in May. This evening we toast to our Eastern Canada adventure at our Farewell Dinner. (Full breakfast / Farewell dinner)
Hotel: Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Day 10 - Ottawa – Depart Toronto
A complimentary transfer is provided to Toronto International Airport and the tour hotel in Toronto for passengers extending their stay. (Full breakfast)
Please do not schedule any flights before 6.00 pm
Highlights:
Toronto
Niagara Falls
Kingston
Montreal
Charlevoix region
Quebec City
Ottawa
Upper Canada Village
Baie-St-Paul
Sightseeing Highlights
Niagara Falls - Experience the mighty falls up close aboard the Maid of the Mist.
Niagara-on-the-Lake - Visit this picturesque lakeside town.
Toronto - Enjoy an orientation tour of this vibrant, multicultural city.
Kingston - Visit Old Fort Henry and learn about British garrison life in the 19th century.
Upper Canada Village - Step back in time during a visit to this recreated 1860’s rural village.
Montreal Tour - Mount Royal, Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica and the historic Old Port with a local guide.
Charlevoix Region - Take in the majesty of the mountainous landscapes and the splendor of the St. Lawrence River during a two-night stay at the region’s top resort.
Baie-St-Paul - Visit this picturesque village, popular amongst Canadian artists.
Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre - Visit the oldest pilgrimage site in North America.
Montmorency Falls - View these spectacular falls spilling into the St. Lawrence River.
Quebec City - Spend two nights in this UNESCO World Heritage Site; join a local guide for a city tour including the historic walled city and the Plains of Abraham.
Ottawa - Enjoy an orientation tour of Canada’s capital including stately Parliament Hill.
Dining Highlights
9 full breakfasts
2 three-course dinners
1 buffet dinner
Farewell Dinner with wine in Ottawa
13 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
The services of one top professional Tour Directors.
A qualified local guide in Montreal and Quebec City.
A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 10.
The Autumn Leaves
Enjoy the unforgettable sight of stunning "Fall Foliage" on our departures September 17 to October 1 (as determined by Mother Nature).
Best of Eastern Canada 2010 Optional Excursions
YUL-1 - An Evening in Old Montreal with Dinner
Located in the heart of Old Montreal, Restaurant du Vieux Port welcomes you in a historic building dating back to 1880. All the charm of the old stone walls has been preserved in the magnificent dining rooms, creating a simply breathtaking atmosphere. Enjoy a three-course dinner featuring the finest local ingredients of the region. Later take a brief guided stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal. Please note that accessing the dining room reserved for our group requires walking up a flight of 8 stairs. (Minimum: 20 Passengers) Child: $30.00
50 (C$)
YCX-2 - Dinner on the Isle-aux-Coudres
Located a ten-minute ferry ride into the St. Lawrence River, L'Isle-aux-Coudres is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, its legendary serenity and its friendly, merry people. We journey along the island’s tranquil shores on its single road, taking in the sights and stopping at a local cider mill for a look at the orchard and a taste of cider to whet our appetites before we dine on local specialties at a beautifully situated island restaurant. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $55.00
55 (C$)
YGK - Kingston 1000 Islands Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a 3-course meal prepared on board and served at your table. Hosting the evening are entertainers who provide music, entertainment and commentary on the sites along the way. At dusk, the candles are lit and there is opportunity to promenade on the top deck or dance into the evening on this charming and unique boat. (Minimum: 10 Passengers) Child: $74.00
74 (C$)
NIA-3 - Niagara Falls Helicopter Flightseeing
Enjoy an exhilarating and scenic helicopter flight and experience the views of the awe-inspiring Niagara Region as you gently lift off over the Whirlpool Rapids and Rainbow Bridge. See the green grass and floral beauty of Queen Victoria Park stretch below you as the helicopter passes by the American Falls and Skylon Tower. Follow the curve of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and see rainbows appear and disappear all over. This is a ride you do not want to miss! Duration: 12 minutes. Weather-permitting (Minimum: 2 Passengers) Child: $73.00
118 (US$)
YQB-1 - Quebec Night Tour & Panoramic Dinner
We start our evening at our panoramic restaurant, where we dine in elegance on la cuisine Francoise high above the glittering lights of Old Quebec. After dinner we go exploring North America’s only walled city by night. We’ll see beautifully lit historic buildings including the National Assembly and the lovely old Hotel Frontenac. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $43.00
74 (C$)
YCX-1 - Saguenay Fjord Whalewatching Cruise
Travel with us to charming Tadoussac, then board a specially outfitted whale watching vessel to see nature in its most awe-inspiring beauty in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Experienced guides will show you how to recognize the whales found in the St. Lawrence River, while wide-angle and underwater cameras reveal the rich environment below the surface. We then go on to explore the rugged beauty of the Saguenay Fjord. (Minimum: 20 Passengers) Child: $72.00
72 (C$)
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Child Prices: Apply to children 11 years of age and under.
Toronto
Niagara Falls
Kingston
Montreal
Charlevoix region
Quebec City
Ottawa
Upper Canada Village
Baie-St-Paul
Sightseeing Highlights
Niagara Falls - Experience the mighty falls up close aboard the Maid of the Mist.
Niagara-on-the-Lake - Visit this picturesque lakeside town.
Toronto - Enjoy an orientation tour of this vibrant, multicultural city.
Kingston - Visit Old Fort Henry and learn about British garrison life in the 19th century.
Upper Canada Village - Step back in time during a visit to this recreated 1860’s rural village.
Montreal Tour - Mount Royal, Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica and the historic Old Port with a local guide.
Charlevoix Region - Take in the majesty of the mountainous landscapes and the splendor of the St. Lawrence River during a two-night stay at the region’s top resort.
Baie-St-Paul - Visit this picturesque village, popular amongst Canadian artists.
Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre - Visit the oldest pilgrimage site in North America.
Montmorency Falls - View these spectacular falls spilling into the St. Lawrence River.
Quebec City - Spend two nights in this UNESCO World Heritage Site; join a local guide for a city tour including the historic walled city and the Plains of Abraham.
Ottawa - Enjoy an orientation tour of Canada’s capital including stately Parliament Hill.
Dining Highlights
9 full breakfasts
2 three-course dinners
1 buffet dinner
Farewell Dinner with wine in Ottawa
13 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
The services of one top professional Tour Directors.
A qualified local guide in Montreal and Quebec City.
A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 10.
The Autumn Leaves
Enjoy the unforgettable sight of stunning "Fall Foliage" on our departures September 17 to October 1 (as determined by Mother Nature).
Best of Eastern Canada 2010 Optional Excursions
YUL-1 - An Evening in Old Montreal with Dinner
Located in the heart of Old Montreal, Restaurant du Vieux Port welcomes you in a historic building dating back to 1880. All the charm of the old stone walls has been preserved in the magnificent dining rooms, creating a simply breathtaking atmosphere. Enjoy a three-course dinner featuring the finest local ingredients of the region. Later take a brief guided stroll through the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal. Please note that accessing the dining room reserved for our group requires walking up a flight of 8 stairs. (Minimum: 20 Passengers) Child: $30.00
50 (C$)
YCX-2 - Dinner on the Isle-aux-Coudres
Located a ten-minute ferry ride into the St. Lawrence River, L'Isle-aux-Coudres is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, its legendary serenity and its friendly, merry people. We journey along the island’s tranquil shores on its single road, taking in the sights and stopping at a local cider mill for a look at the orchard and a taste of cider to whet our appetites before we dine on local specialties at a beautifully situated island restaurant. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $55.00
55 (C$)
YGK - Kingston 1000 Islands Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a 3-course meal prepared on board and served at your table. Hosting the evening are entertainers who provide music, entertainment and commentary on the sites along the way. At dusk, the candles are lit and there is opportunity to promenade on the top deck or dance into the evening on this charming and unique boat. (Minimum: 10 Passengers) Child: $74.00
74 (C$)
NIA-3 - Niagara Falls Helicopter Flightseeing
Enjoy an exhilarating and scenic helicopter flight and experience the views of the awe-inspiring Niagara Region as you gently lift off over the Whirlpool Rapids and Rainbow Bridge. See the green grass and floral beauty of Queen Victoria Park stretch below you as the helicopter passes by the American Falls and Skylon Tower. Follow the curve of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and see rainbows appear and disappear all over. This is a ride you do not want to miss! Duration: 12 minutes. Weather-permitting (Minimum: 2 Passengers) Child: $73.00
118 (US$)
YQB-1 - Quebec Night Tour & Panoramic Dinner
We start our evening at our panoramic restaurant, where we dine in elegance on la cuisine Francoise high above the glittering lights of Old Quebec. After dinner we go exploring North America’s only walled city by night. We’ll see beautifully lit historic buildings including the National Assembly and the lovely old Hotel Frontenac. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $43.00
74 (C$)
YCX-1 - Saguenay Fjord Whalewatching Cruise
Travel with us to charming Tadoussac, then board a specially outfitted whale watching vessel to see nature in its most awe-inspiring beauty in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Experienced guides will show you how to recognize the whales found in the St. Lawrence River, while wide-angle and underwater cameras reveal the rich environment below the surface. We then go on to explore the rugged beauty of the Saguenay Fjord. (Minimum: 20 Passengers) Child: $72.00
72 (C$)
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Child Prices: Apply to children 11 years of age and under.
Departure Dates:
May - October
Prices:
From approx
$1,899 US per
person double occupancy
More Tours and Cruises available on request
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