Day 1 - Arrive Toronto
Upon arrival at Toronto International Airport you will be met by your private sedan and transfer 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 - Niagara Falls Day Tour
Today you will be taken on a narrated day tour to Niagara Falls. Your tour will include lunch and a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist to the foot of the falls for a spectacular, close up view.
Note: The Journey Behind the Falls or the Imax Theatre are substituted if the Maid of the Mist is not operating.
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 City Tour / VIA Rail - Toronto to Montreal
This morning you will be taken on a tour of Toronto, introducing you to this cosmopolitan city situated on the shores of Lake Ontario. Your fully commentated tour highlights include Eaton Centre, Chinatown, Old and New City Halls with opportunity for pictures along the way. Enjoy exploring Canada's largest city.
In the mid-afternoon, transfer (on own) from your hotel to the VIA Rail station. Upon arrival at the train station, go straight to the Panorama lounge which is reserved for VIA 1 passengers. You'll be able to unwind as you wait for departure. The day's newspapers, coffee and juice will be yours to enjoy, free of charge. You will depart downtown Toronto and travel to Montreal, the second largest French-speaking city in the world. Travel in total comfort and ease and forget the hassles of driving. You will travel in VIA 1 class which offers you a delicious meal and exclusive access to the VIA 1 lounge in the service-car. Upon arrival in Montreal, you will be transfer (on own) to your hotel. You will be impressed with Montreal's architecture, the cosmopolitan shops, the wonderful restaurants and the lively nightlife of the city.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 4 - Montreal City Tram Tour
Welcome to the largest French-speaking city in North America. You will be impressed with the 'Manhattan' influence on Montreal's architecture combined with the quaint European-style residences. Experience the best of Montreal on an exciting 3 hour sightseeing tour. A complete tour of the City, taking in over 200 points of interest, including a stop at the Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory (photo stop), residential and financial districts, Old Montreal (photo stop), French Quarter, outside view of Olympic Site (photo stop), McGill University and a panoramic view from an observation point on top of Mt. Royal. Discover Montreal through hundreds of places of interest with an uninterrupted commentary by a friendly, knowledgeable & bilingual guide. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Centre-Ville
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 5 - Morning at Leisure / VIA Rail - Montreal to Quebec City
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Montreal. Early afternoon transfer (on own) to the train station and depart by train for North America's only fortified city and UNESCO World Heritage Site: Quebec City. Upon arrival, transfer (on own) to your hotel, located in the old section of the city.
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Clarendon
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont Gold Riverview (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 6 - Quebec City Tour / Afternoon at Leisure
Today enjoy a 2 hour city tour of this fabulous city. Discover the only fortified city in America, North of Mexico. Quebec, a gem of distinct heritage, is the cradle of French Canadian culture in North America. Old Québec, with its narrow streets, offers historic houses, lively places and fortresses. Discover the Plains of Abraham and Battlefield Park, the Parliament Buildings and the Saint Lawrence river, one of the longest in the world. Remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city.
In the afternoon you may take an optional tour to the Montmorency Falls and Ile d'Orleans. Or, you may wish to stroll through the city, where quaint shops and restaurants abound.
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON TOUR:
A Fabulous Country Tour - Taking the Avenue Royale through the traditional villages and farms of the Beaupré Coast, your guide will help you relive the tranquil pace of bygone years. A 45-minute stop is scheduled at the Montmorency Falls and the shrine of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre with a short detour to the western tip of the Island of Orleans. Other highlights include the Petit Pre Mill & Vineyard and the Albert Gilles Copper Art Museum.
Moderate: Overnight Hotel Clarendon
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac - Fairmont Gold Riverview (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 7 - VIA Rail - Quebec City to Ottawa
This morning you will transfer (on own) to the train station for your departure on a 3 hour train journey to Montreal. Here you will connect to another train for a 2 hour rail journey to Ottawa, Canada's capital city. (There may be up to a 2 hour layover in Montreal). Spend the evening meandering through the popular Byward market, explore Parliament Hill and many National Historic Sites.
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 8 - Ottawa Hop On-Hop Off City Tour/ Museum Passes
Experience Ottawa's original and most comprehensive Hop-on-Hop-off City Tour aboard one of our London Style open top Double Deckers or turn of the century Trolleys. Tour officially starts on the corner of Sparks and Metcalfe Streets, however one can hop on at any of over 15 stops located throughout the National Capital Region. Your ticket is valid for two days, which allows you to tour our Nation's Capital at your own pace, or join us for a two hour fully narrated tour. The City Tour runs in a continuous circle daily, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Let your award-winning guide introduce you to the history and excitement that is Ottawa! Included in your package is admission to the Canada Museum of Civilization, Canada War Museum and the National Gallery of Canada.
Note: Ottawa Hop On-Hop Off City Tour operates from Apr 27 – October 13, 2008. When the tour is not running, it will be removed from your package.
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 9 - VIA Rail - Ottawa to Toronto
Today you will transfer (on own) to the train station and travel by train 4 1/2 hours back to Toronto, the largest city in Canada, situated on the shores of Lake Ontario. Upon arrival in Toronto, transfer (on own) to your hotel.
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 10 - Tour ends in Toronto
Today you will transfer by private sedan to the Toronto Airport in time for your onward or homeward flight departure.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 9 nights accommodation, room tax, and any mandatory service charges
- VIA Rail corridor pass in VIA 1 class between Toronto & Montreal Montreal & Quebec City Quebec City & Ottawa and Ottawa & Toronto including one meal onboard
- Niagara Falls Day Tour including Maid of the Mist & lunch (SUBSTITUTIONS: The Journey Behind the Falls or the Imax Theatre are substituted if the Maid of the Mist is not operating)
- Toronto City Tour
- Guided Montreal Tram Tour
- Quebec City - The Capital Tour
- Ottawa Hop On/Hop Off City Tour (SUBSTITUTIONS: If not operating will be removed from package)
- Admission to the Canada Museum of Civilization, Canada War Museum and the National Gallery of Canada
- Round trip airport transfers by private sedan in Toronto including gratuities
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Gratuities not listed as included
- Optional tours
- Goods and Services tax (GST)
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)