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Tour Description

Best of Eastern Canada tour mapElegant, historic cities, spectacular landmarks, and delightful cuisine combine for an incredible Canadian vacation. You'll begin in Montreal with sightseeing highlights that include Notre Dame Cathedral and McGill University as well as the scenic wonder, Montmorency Falls, the highest falls in Eastern Canada. In Quebec City, your tour includes a drive past the Chateau Frontenac, the Parliament, and the St. Louis Arch and ends at Place Royale, the site of the original settlement of the city of Quebec. In the beautiful capital of Canada, Ottawa, a panoramic tour includes views of the Rideau Canal, the Prime Minister's residence, and the city's beautiful embassies. A short drive takes you to Kingston, gateway to the breathtaking 1,000 Islands of the St. Lawrence River. Here you'll enjoy a relaxing, scenic cruise of Lake Ontario. Toronto introduces you to the many ethnic neighborhoods and commanding landmarks of this exciting, cosmopolitan city. You'll also visit amazing Niagara Falls, and enjoy a visit to the colorful Floral Clock which contains 25,000 plants in its 40-foot-diameter face. 

Tour Experiences
  • Enjoy a scenic cruise of the spectacular 1,000 Islands region of pristine Lake Ontario.
  • Visit the shrine at St. Anne de Beaupre and stroll the beautiful grounds.
  • Witness the power of Mother Nature at spectacular Niagara Falls and enjoy a guided tour
  • End you vacation with a visit to the mighty Niagara Falls.
  • A city tour of Quebec City includes a drive past the Parliament.
Tour Itinerary

Best of Eastern Canada tour pictureDay 1: Arrive Montreal, Quebec
 

Your tour begins in the second largest French-speaking city in the world, Montreal.

Day 2: Montreal
Today enjoy a fantastic sightseeing tour of Montreal, highlighting Notre Dame Cathedral, St. Joseph's Oratory, Jacques Cartier Square and McGill University. The city tour concludes with a stop high atop Mount Royal to behold the panoramic view of the city. The afternoon is yours to explore the city's famous underground shopping. This evening you will be treated to dinner in one of the restaurants for which this great city is famous. (B, D)

Day 3: Montreal - Quebec City
Travel north to the shrine of St. Anne de Beaupre and take some time to stroll the beautiful grounds. Afterwards, you will view Montmorency Falls, the highest falls in Eastern Canada, before arriving in Quebec City. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore this quaint city at your own pace. Tonight's dinner is included at a quintessential restaurant in Quebec. (B, D)

Day 4: Quebec City
Today you experience the beauty and history of both Old and New Quebec with a fascinating sightseeing tour of the city. Your tour includes a drive past the Chateau Frontenac, the Parliament, the St. Louis Arch and ends at Place Royale, the site of the original settlement of the city of Quebec. Some leisure time allows you the opportunity to independently discover more of this delightful city. (B)

Day 5: Quebec City - Ottawa
This morning, depart for the beautiful capital of Canada, Ottawa. Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

Day 6: Ottawa - Stream Train
All aboard for an unforgettable journey into the past on one of Canada's last remaining authentic steam-powered trains. Relax in comfort in climate-controlled cars and let the "clickety clack" of the wheels carry you back to a by-gone era. Discover the enchanting landscape of the Outaouais region as you travel the banks of the Gatineau River along one of Canada's most beautiful natural reserves, Gatineau Park. This afternoon you will embark on a city tour of Ottawa showcasing the Parliament buildings, Rideau Canal, the Prime Minister's residence, Rideau Falls, the Supreme Court, Byward Market, and many of the city's beautiful embassies. Tonight, depart for Victoria Island, in the heart of Ottawa. Here you can experience Aboriginal cuisine and participate in interactive demonstrations. Enjoy a wonderful performance as you hear the beat of the native drums and watch the vibrant native dancers as they move to the 'heartbeat of mother earth.' (B, L, D)

Day 7: Ottawa - 1,000 Island Cruise - Toronto
A short drive will take you to Kingston, gateway to the spectacular 1,000 Islands. Enjoy a memorable lake cruise of this scenic and pristine region of Lake Ontario. This afternoon you will discover the exciting city of Toronto up-close with a sightseeing tour that includes the business district, Yorkville, the Provincial Parliament and the University of Toronto. (B)

Day 8: Toronto - Niagara Falls - Toronto
Next, travel to amazing Niagara Falls where breathtaking views remind you of the power of Mother Nature. A sightseeing tour of the city includes a visit to the colorful Floral Clock and the interesting Horticultural Center. (B, D)

Day 9: Toronto - Tour Ends
(B)



Stay Another Night - Add a pre night stay in Montréal or a post night stay in Toronto. Prices start at $90 per person, double.  


 
Uniquely For You                                                       Ride the Rails
All aboard for a scenic expedition of a lifetime! Take in the beauty of the Gatineau countryside on a journey aboard the award-winning Hull-Chelsea-Wakefield Steam Train as it makes its way from the bi-centennial city of Hull to the picturesque village of Wakefield, Quebec traveling one of eastern Canada's most scenic railways. Go back to a time when the train was one of the only ways to travel. This distinctive 1907 European air-conditioned 9-coach train, one of Canada's last authentic steam-powered trains, features bilingual on-board tour guides who share their knowledge of the region's history as well as the stream locomotive's remarkable past. Strolling minstrels move about the coaches with lively tunes and tales to complement the Outaouasis region's folklore. Once in Wakefield, you'll witness the spectacular pivoting of the 93-ton steam locomotive on Canada's only operating manual turntable. Get your camera ready for this one!   

 

Experience the 54th Annual Canadian Tulip Festival
May 4 - 22, 2006

As an added feature, those clients visiting Ottawa in May will have the pleasure of witnessing the 53rd annual Canadian Tulip Festival, the largest event of its kind in the world. You will see a stunning display of three million blooming tulips! The floral displays are dazzling at the Tulip Festival, which pays tribute to Holland in recognition of its immense contributions in the areas of horticulture and floral artistry.


Base Rates Per Person

Departure Date Tour Rate – Twin Tour and Air Rate
May 28 2006 $1399 $1749 from BOS
Jun 18 2006 $1399 $1749 from BOS
Jul 23 2006 $1449 $1799 from BOS
Jul 30 2006 $1449 $1799 from BOS
Aug 13 2006 $1449 $1799 from BOS
Sep 17 2006 $1449 $1799 from BOS
Oct 08 2006 $1449 $1799 from BOS

*Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a specific gateway based on twin occupancy and are subject to change. Rates do not include inter-air flights. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Tours departing BEFORE 4/30/06 may follow a different itinerary than what is listed here. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. For tours that feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in the prices above. Additional tour dates may be available, please call us for information.

Tour Hotels and Info

9 days, 14 meals
8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners

Day 1, 2 - Hyatt, Montreal
Day 3, 4 - Hotel Manoir Victoria, Quebec City
Day 5, 6 - Marriott, Ottawa
Day 7, 8 - Delta Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

NOTES:

  • Proof of citizenship is required.

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