Cities of Eastern Canada
9 DAYS FROM £1109
Join us on a journey from Toronto along the St Lawrence River to the heart of beautiful Quebec, with included sightseeing throughout.
All this included
Toronto City tour
Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist cruise
St Lawrence Islands National Park Scenic cruise
Ottawa City tour
Quebec City City tour
Montreal City tour
Flights: UK - Toronto; Montreal - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Professional tour director on tour and local representative's assistance at other times
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Toronto.
Fly to Toronto where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Toronto - Niagara Falls.
See Toronto's major landmarks, including the banking district, City Hall, the CN Tower, Toronto University and Roger's Stadium. Next, enjoy a visit to thundering Niagara Falls. View the falls from scenic points along the edge of the gorge, then go onboard the Maid of the Mist for a close up view from the river below the falls.
Note: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favourable weather and/or river conditions. Usually favourable conditions exist from May to the end of October. When unfavourable conditions exist, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.
DAY 3: Toronto - Kingston - Ivy Lea - Ottawa.
Leave Ontario's capital and stop in Kingston, a city with an exciting history dating back more than 300 years. Continue to quaint Gananoque and Ivy Lea, where you'll enjoy a scenic cruise along the St Lawrence River, past wooded islands dotted with beautiful summer homes. Then proceed along the route of the Rideau Canal to Ottawa, standing at the confluence of the Ottawa, Gatineau and Rideau rivers.
DAY 4: Ottawa.
Queen Victoria chose this small lumber town as the site for Canada's capital, neatly avoiding the conflicting views of Toronto and Montreal. This morning see the Canadian Mint, the embassy district, stately Parliament Hill and Rideau Falls. Also visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables. Suggestions for this afternoon include the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilisation or the array of restaurants and shops at the lively Byward Market.
DAY 5: Ottawa - Quebec City.
Today drive into the French-Canadian province of Quebec, where you'll notice a change in language and tradition. Journey along the picturesque Ottawa River Valley for a late afternoon arrival in historic Quebec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DAY 6: Quebec City.
Start the day with a guided tour of North America's only walled city, crowned by the great turrets of the Chateau Frontenac. Old Quebec was the centre of New France and is now one of the most historic and best-preserved cities in North America. Within the walls are the Place d'Armes, the Laval Seminary and the star-plan Citadelle. Also see the stone houses crowding the narrow streets of Lower Town and ancient Place Royal by the St Lawrence River, and the historic Plains of Abraham where General Wolfe stormed the slopes. The afternoon is free.
DAY 7: Quebec City - Montreal.
Head south, and late this morning cosmopolitan Montreal comes into view. As you enter the world's second largest French-speaking city, you'll see the canted tower of the Olympic Stadium. Major attractions on this afternoon's sightseeing tour include Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica and the Seminary of St Sulpice, Mont Royal and modern Montreal. In the evening be sure to try out one of the many sidewalk cafés specialising in French cuisine with a Canadian influence.
DAY 8: Montreal - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
DAY 9: Home landing in the UK.
Maximum elevation on this tour is 1,600 ft.
Note: Please note that early and late season weather may make some of the optional excursions unavailable.
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Accommodation on Tour
Toronto: Best Western Primrose; Ottawa: Capital Hill Hotel & Suites; Quebec City: Hotel Gouverneur Quebec; Montreal: Hotel Maritime Plaza.
Autumn Foliage
Autumn foliage
Enjoy the spectacular colours of Ontario and Quebec on our special autumn foliage departures from 13-27 Sep. These departure dates are historically the best dates to see the autumn foliage - weather permitting.
Trains
View Holiday PhotosOcean Train
This overnight Eastern Transcontinental train connects Canada's Atlantic region with the centre of the country. The Ocean links cities at night, so you will travel hundreds of kilometres while you sleep in comfort.
Sleeper Touring Class
Our customers travel in Sleeper Touring Class.
The Park car, the last car on the train, is the private lounge for Sleeper Touring Class passengers.
Note: Passengers travelling on the Ocean Train before 15 June will be in the Comfort Sleeper Class.
Meals: Your included continental breakfast and three-course dinner is served in the Renaissance Dining Car. For lunch you are welcome to enjoy an a la carte meal, but don't forget to reserve a table. The Renaissance Dining Car is a friendly restaurant with perfect décor and down home maritime ambience, where you can choose from a selection of delicious regional specialties at any time of the day.
Note: Meals on the Ocean Train are included starting from 15 June onwards. Meals will be available for purchase for passengers travelling on the train before this date.
Accommodation: By day a private cabin for two, with comfortable couch, a large picture window, small wardrobe, hand basin and separate toilet. At night the cabin converts to upper and lower beds. A separate shower room is conveniently located in each sleeping car. We recommend customers take a lightweight dressing gown for stepping out of the shower.
General: In response to public demand the Ocean train is a no smoking train.
Holiday Extensions
View Holiday PhotosCities of Eastern Canada + Montreal - 2 extra nights from £114
One of Canada's premier cities, cosmopolitan Montreal is a splendid combination of vibrant and modern shopping, financial districts, and historic architecture. On day 8 of your tour continue your stay at your Montreal hotel, the Maritime Plaza, for the next two nights. On day 10 transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.
View Holiday PhotosCities of Eastern Canada + Ocean Train - 3 Extra nights rom £360
Ride the VIA Rail® Ocean train through the Quebec countryside and across New Brunswick to the harbour city of Halifax, Nova Scotia. On day 8 of your tour board the VIA Rail® Ocean train in the evening for the overnight journey to Halifax. Accommodation on the train is in comfortable private double cabins. Arrive in Halifax in mid-afternoon on day 9 and transfer to your hotel, the Citadel Halifax, for the next two nights.
Day 10 begins with a sightseeing tour of Halifax, the largest city east of Montreal and the capital of Nova Scotia. Afterwards we leave Halifax, and travel down the coast to postcard-pretty Peggy's Cove, one of Canada's most visited places. On day 11 transfer to the Halifax airport for the overnight flight home.
Accommodation on Extensions
Cities of Eastern Canada + Montreal - 2 extra nights from £114
View Holiday PhotosMaritime Plaza
A comfortable and well equipped hotel offering a good base to explore the surrounding area.
Location: In the heart of downtown Montreal, in close vicinity to major attractions and shops.
Facilities: Indoor heated swimming pool; exercise room; restaurant; bar; café; gift shop; dry cleaning and valet service; safety deposit boxes; baggage storage; room service; concierge services.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; air-conditioning; TV; hairdryer; iron/ironing board; tea/coffee-maker; telephone; radio with alarm clock.
Cities of Eastern Canada + Ocean Train - 3 Extra nights rom £360
Hotels
Citadel Halifax
The Citadel Halifax offers the ideal location for visitors to enjoy Halifax, as well as comfortable, quality accommodation.
Location: In the heart of historic Halifax, within walking distance of Citadel Hill, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax Public Gardens and the popular waterfront area, with its abundance of shops, restaurants and pubs.
Facilities: Restaurant; lounge; fitness centre; pool; gift shop; laundry/dry cleaning service; safety deposit boxes.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; hairdryer;
clock radio; iron/ironing board; coffee-maker; TV; telephone.
Trains
- View Holiday Photos
Ocean Train
This overnight Eastern Transcontinental train connects Canada's Atlantic region with the centre of the country. The Ocean links cities at night, so you will travel hundreds of kilometres while you sleep in comfort.
Sleeper Touring Class
Our customers travel in Sleeper Touring Class.
The Park car, the last car on the train, is the private lounge for Sleeper Touring Class passengers.
Note: Passengers travelling on the Ocean Train before 15 June will be in the Comfort Sleeper Class.
Meals: Your included continental breakfast and three-course dinner is served in the Renaissance Dining Car. For lunch you are welcome to enjoy an a la carte meal, but don't forget to reserve a table. The Renaissance Dining Car is a friendly restaurant with perfect décor and down home maritime ambience, where you can choose from a selection of delicious regional specialties at any time of the day.
Note: Meals on the Ocean Train are included starting from 15 June onwards. Meals will be available for purchase for passengers travelling on the train before this date.
Accommodation: By day a private cabin for two, with comfortable couch, a large picture window, small wardrobe, hand basin and separate toilet. At night the cabin converts to upper and lower beds. A separate shower room is conveniently located in each sleeping car. We recommend customers take a lightweight dressing gown for stepping out of the shower.
General: In response to public demand the Ocean train is a no smoking train.
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