Day 1 – Arrive Toronto / Toronto to Niagara Falls
Upon arrival into Toronto, pick up your rental car and proceed to Niagara Falls. Spend the rest of the day exploring the area and of course enjoy the view of the falls.
Moderate: Overnight Radisson Niagara Fallsview – Cityview room
Deluxe: Overnight Radisson Niagara Fallsview – Fallsview room
Day 2 - Niagara Falls to Toronto
Today, return to Toronto at your leisure. Visit the famous “Maid of the Mist” for a cruise to the base of the American Falls. Other attractions you may wish to visit include “Journey Behind the Falls”, view the falls from a completely different angle, or take a ride aboard one of the “yellow bug” elevators at the Skylon Tower to view the falls and surrounding area from the observation deck 236 metres above the falls (not included). Wind your way up through the “fruit belt” of Ontario. Pass by many of vineyards of the area and maybe stop for a small tour of an actual winery. Upon arrival in Toronto, proceed to your hotel. Other attractions you may wish to visit is the Hockey Hall of Fame, HMCS Haida Naval Ship, (the last remaining Tribal Class destroyer built for the Royal Canadian Navy), or Black Creek Pioneer Village. Black Creek Pioneer Village is a step back in time to 19th-century Ontario. Included today is admission to the CN Tower in Toronto.
Moderate: Overnight Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Royal York – Fairmont room
Day 3 - Toronto to Kingston
Today depart Toronto and travel northeast to the city of Peterborough, the southern gateway to the Kawartha Lakes region, and the major link in the Trent-Severn Waterway. Peterborough also boasts the world’s highest lift locks, literally lifting pleasure crafts, along with the water they float in, 20 metres (65 feet) straight up. You will also see a working model, and experience the sights and sounds of Lift Lock construction at the turn of the century. Continue travelling east to the city of Kingston. Affectionately known as “Limestone”, Kingston is a city noted for its handsome, 19th Century limestone architecture. Once the capital of Canada (from 1841 to 1843), Kingston is located at the point where Lake Ontario flows into the St. Lawrence River, and at the southern end of the Rideau Canal.
Moderate: Overnight Radisson Kingston Harbourfront
Deluxe: Overnight Radisson Kingston Harbourfront
Day 4 - Kingston to Ottawa
This morning enjoy a tour of Kingston. Hop aboard for a unique journey into Canada's past! Relax while trained guides take you through an exploration of the historic sites and attractions of Canada's second oldest city on the Confederation Tour Trolley. Highlights of this entertaining 50 minute tour include the Royal Military College, Fort Henry, Fort Frontenac, Penitentiaries, Olympic Harbour, Bellevue House (residence of Sir John A. MacDonald, Canada's first Prime Minister) and Queen's University. This afternoon, travel north to the nation’s capital of Ottawa. Upon arrival, spend the rest of the day exploring.
Moderate: Overnight Lord Elgin Hotel
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Laurier – Fairmont room
Day 5 – Ottawa Exploring
Today, experience Ottawa as it was meant to be appreciated...by land and on water! On the spectacular Lady Dive provides you with the unique ability to see Canada's finest city on the only amphibious sightseeing tour. Climb aboard this most unique tour and view the National Capital from a totally different perspective: on a Boat with Wheels! Also included today is admission to the Canadian Museum of Civilization. This museum features exhibits that chronicle the history and culture of Canada from the First Nations to present day.
Moderate: Overnight Lord Elgin Hotel
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Laurier – Fairmont room
Day 6 - Ottawa to Toronto
Return to Toronto today. Enjoy the drive in Southern Ontario. Stop at local fruit markets or visit the local attractions. Upon arrival into Toronto, make your way to your hotel.
Moderate: Overnight Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Royal York – Fairmont room
Day 7 – Depart Toronto
Check-out from your hotel this morning to end your self drive tour.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 6 nights accommodation, any mandatory service charges and room tax
- 7 day mid size car rental
- Maid of the Mist boat ride
- Admission to the CN Tower
- Kingston City Tour
- Ottawa City Tour
- Admission to the Museum of Civilization
- Luggage handling at hotels
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Car Rental: vehicle insurance, provincial sales tax, refueling service charge, parking, gas, ferry & highway tolls, baby seats, additional driver taxes and credit card security deposit
- Meals not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Gratuities
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)