Day 1 - Arrive in Toronto
Upon arrival at the Toronto International Airport, you will pick up your rental car and proceed to your downtown hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to start exploring this world class destination.
Moderate: Overnight Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Royal York Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Royal York Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 2 - Visit to Niagara Falls
Drive south from Toronto towards the famed Niagara Falls and enjoy the day touring this popular region. You may wish to get close to the falls on a cruise aboard the Maid of the Mist. You may decide to take an optional birds-eye view of the falls by helicopter. If time permits make a stop at the charming 19th century village Niagara on the Lake on your return to Toronto.
Moderate: Overnight Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Royal York Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Royal York Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 3 - Toronto to Ottawa
Today's drive will take you to the far eastern edge of Ontario and Canada's charming capital city, Ottawa. Here you can visit the Parliament Buildings, explore one of the many Galleries or museums, take a boat cruise along the city's inter-connecting rivers and canals or stroll through the stalls of the Byward Market.
Moderate: Overnight Lord Elgin Hotel
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Laurier - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Laurier - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 4 - Ottawa to Montebello
Enjoy the morning exploring Ottawa. Take some time to visit the Museum of Civilization in Gatineau in which you will find the most impressive collection of Totems in Eastern Canada. In the afternoon you will have a short drive to the impressive Chateau Montebello, an impressive log-structured resort nestled on the north shore of the Ottawa River. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing at the resort.
Moderate: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Montebello - Fairmont room
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Montebello - Deluxe River view
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Montebello - Deluxe Corner Suite
Day 5 - Montebello to Quebec City
This morning you will enjoy a leisurely drive past quaint villages, alongside the north shore of the Ottawa River and the St. Lawrence River to the historic Quebec City.
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Chateau Laurier
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont Gold River view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 6 - Quebec City Exploring
Spend the day exploring North America's only walled city. Here you can experience the charm of “Old France", with winding cobblestone streets, quaint boutiques and restaurants housed in buildings over 400 years old. Outside of the walls you can visit the Citadel and the Plains of Abraham and a short drive away is Montmorency Falls.
This evening you will enjoy a traditional Quebec dinner at the historic Aux Anciens Canadiens Restaurant in Old Quebec City. You will experience a 3 course menu, and discover the hospitality so treasured by the Quebecois expressed in its purest tradition!
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Chateau Laurier
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont Gold River view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 7 - Quebec City to Montreal
Today you will drive along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River to Montreal, the 2nd largest French-speaking city in the world. En route, you will pass through the beautiful Eastern Townships, home to many prestigious country inns.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 8 - Montreal Exploring
Spend the day exploring Montreal, the second largest French speaking city in the world. This is a vibrant city, with the unique combination of French charm and a North American lifestyle. Explore trendy boutiques; relax in an outdoor cafe in the Old Montreal and visit museums, parks, and attractions.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 9 - Montreal to Kingston / Kingston's Islands & Harbour Cruise
Your journey today takes you back into the province of Ontario, and allows for exploration of what is known as the Heritage Highway along the St. Lawrence River. Your final destination today is Kingston - a historic town renowned for its rich selection of attractions and architecture, and beautiful waterfront along Lake Ontario.
This afternoon enjoy a 1.5 hour Kingston's Islands & Harbour cruise. This cruise provides a fascinating introduction to the sights and history of the 1000 Islands region. Ontario's oldest city, once the capital of early Canada, Kingston is blessed with a spectacular waterfront. This narrated tour highlights the westerly 1000 Islands, historic forts, shipwrecks, classical architecture, Canada's Royal Military College and the imposing Kingston Penitentiary.
Note: This cruise operates between May 1 to October 31. If traveling outside of these dates, the cruise will be removed from your package.
Moderate: Overnight Radisson Hotel Kingston Harbour front - Standard room
Superior: Overnight Radisson Hotel Kingston Harbour front - Junior Suite
Deluxe: Overnight Radisson Hotel Kingston Harbour front - Junior Suite
Day 10 - Kingston to Toronto
Today return to Toronto, an approximate 2 hour drive and drop-off your rental car at Toronto's Pearson International Airport to drop off your car rental and catch your flight home.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 9 nights accommodation, room tax & mandatory service charges
- 10 day Full size rental car including unlimited mileage LDW, GST, personal accident insurance, personal effects coverage, provincial tax, PVRT, additional authorized operator fee
- Traditional Quebec 3 course dinner at Aux Anciens Canadiens Restaurant including gratuities
- 1.5 hr Kingston's Islands & Harbour Cruise (SUBSTITUTIONS: Cruise operates from May 1 - Oct 31, if traveling outside these dates it will be removed from your package)
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Car Rental: Refueling service charge, gas, parking, baby seats, toll highway charges, additional driver taxes, and credit card security deposit
- Meals not listed as included
- Gratuities not listed as included
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)