Eastern express, 8 Days

Toronto / Toronto

2022 DEPARTURE DATES (Daily): May 1 - October 21

2022 COST PER PERSON, CAD:

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ITINERARY:

1. ARRIVAL IN TORONTO
   Arrive at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. The Roadbook you received will have all the information needed for your journey. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the many attractions of this vibrant and culturally diverse city. Overnight in Toronto.
2. TORONTO / NIAGARA FALLS EXCURSION (260 km)
   The day is free to discover Toronto at your own pace. Visit impressive city landmarks such as the Rogers Centre (formerly SkyDome), explore the harbourfront district on foot or by harbour cruise, or perhaps find a shopping bargain or two at the multi-levelled Eaton Centre. Today you visit the new Ripley’s Aquarium near the base of the CN Tower. The aquarium boasts over 12,500 sq metres of display space for hundreds of creatures from sharks to colourful and rare tropical fish. Included today is admission to the CN Tower – an express, glass elevator whisks you up to the observation lounge of this 553m monument to engineering . For a real thrill, plan to visit the famed Niagara Falls, about an hour and a half drive south of Toronto. Your route will take you through Ontario’s wine-growing region and should definitely include a stop in the picturesque town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Plenty of photo opportunities await you at the falls and no shortage of related attractions in this "honeymoon capital of North America". Overnight in Toronto.
3. TORONTO TO OTTAWA (402 km)
   Drive east today, following the shoreline of Lake Ontario and pass through the small communities and villages that dot the landscape. The city of Kingston is home to the prestigious Queen’s University and is the gateway to the port lands of the beautiful 1000 Islands – a nearly countless collection of small islets grouped over a vast natural waterway. The road turns north along the Rideau Heritage Route in and intermittently follows the Rideau River. The route takes you through riverside towns such as Smiths Falls and Edmond’s Lock, many of them with working marine locks allowing boats to traverse from higher to lower river elevations. Arrive in the afternoon in Canada’s national capital. Overnight in Ottawa.
4. OTTAWA TO QUEBEC CITY (444 km)
   Before departing Ottawa today, you may choose to visit the Parliament Buildings, museums or National Gallery, take a tour of the Royal Canadian Mint or enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the Ottawa River. Crossing the border into the province of Quebec, taking the north shore of the St. Lawrence will bring you through the town of Trois Rivieres. We suggest a stop at the Cathedral Of Immaculate Conception, a rebuilt Gothic cathedral featuring magnificent examples of stained glass throughout the church. Later you pass through the walled gates of Quebec City for two days of exploring this historic, beautiful city. Overnight in Quebec City.
5. QUEBEC CITY
   Spend a full-day in Canada’s oldest city. Founded in 1608, Quebec City is the only walled city in North America and a designated United Nations World Heritage Site – just one of the many things you’ll learn on your sightseeing tour offering a comprehensive orientation of historic and modern Quebec City. You will see the Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, the Fortifications, the National Assembly, Place Royale, the Basilica and other points of interest within Quebec City. Stroll the cobblestone streets of the city in the evening and enjoy one of the many fine dining or casual restaurants featuring either local delicacies or other menu selections from all over the world. Overnight in Quebec City.
6. QUEBEC CITY TO MONTREAL (256 km)
   Today’s scenic drive takes you through the fertile plains and rolling hills of the Mauricie / Bois-Francs and Lanaudiere regions bound for the forests and unspoiled scenery of Lac à la Truite. Stop in Berthierville and visit the Gilles Villeneuve Museum, then continue to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Montreal. We suggest a visit to Notre-Dame Basilica, the Olympic site, the Biodome, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Mt. Royal Park, Casino or the underground city. Overnight in Montreal.
7. MONTREAL TO KINGSTON (294 km)
   Cross the border into Ontario and explore the tranquility of the Thousand Islands region. Visit Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg or Old Fort Henry, a historic fortification dating from the 1830s where a fully-costumed military parade is held daily. You may choose to visit colonial grounds of Queen’s University, or the museum of the Royal Military College, the oldest military academy in Canada. You will also enjoy a cruise* of the beautiful 1000 Islands – an unforgettable trip through the near countless small inlets that are home to a wide variety of marine mammals and waterfowl. Overnight in Kingston.
   (!) *- Not included for departures Oct 7-21
8. KINGSTON TO TORONTO / END OF TOUR (263 km)
   The road west along the shores of Lake Ontario leads back through the fertile lands of Prince Edward County, replete with historic communities boasting former residences and summer homes of Canada’s British-era governors and magistrates. The area contains a number of successful vineyards and cheese makers, inviting visitors to stop in small villages such as Picton for a taste of the local fare. Continue on afterwards to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport to check in for your return flight .

INCLUSIONS:

• Day 2. Toronto: Admission to the CN Tower & Ripley's Aquarium
• Day 5. Quebec City: 2-hour Quebec City sightseeing tour
• Day 7. Kingston: Rockport - 1-hour 1000 Islands cruise (not included for departures Oct 7-21)