A fantastic introduction to Eastern Canada including two-night stays in bustling Toronto and romantic Quebec City. Plus overnights in French Montreal and Ottawa, the national capital. The hotels on this tour are all centrally located to make the most of your visit. Those interested in the history of this diverse region will particularly enjoy this tour, as will fans of the French language and culture which still dominate life in the province of Quebec.

DAY 1 ARRIVE TORONTO
Welcome to Toronto! A complimentary transfer from Toronto International Airport to the tour hotel is provided. Your Tour Director is available this afternoon to answer any questions. Hotel: Hilton Toronto.

DAY 2 NIAGARA FALLS EXCURSION
This morning, we explore cosmopolitan Toronto, starting with the enormous SkyDome and the CN Tower. Travelling up stately University Avenue, we see Ontario's Parliament buildings, Queen's Park and the city's museum row. Later, we travel to one of the world's great natural wonders, Niagara Falls. We enjoy a close-up view on our Maid of the Mist cruise before browsing the shops and galleries of Niagara-on-the-Falls. As this region's unique climate is ideal for wine making, we also visit one of the local wineries for a tasting before returning to Toronto. This evening we get together for a welcome drink before dinner. (Full Breakfast, 3 or 4- course or buffet-style Dinner with menu choices)

DAY 3 TORONTO – OTTAWA
We travel north today, following the shores of Lake Ontario, to the charming colonial city of Kingston, situated at the mouth of the St. Lawrence River. Turning inland, we head to Ottawa, capital of Canada, and famous for its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip-filled gardens. We see the green peaked roofs of the Parliament, Royal Canadian Mint, City Hall and the National Art Gallery. Tonight, we travel by giant canoe to Turtle Island, a native camp on the Ottawa River with stunning views of the city skyline. Here we enjoy a native feast and learn more about Canada's First Nations Peoples.Hotel: Marriott Ottawa. (Full Breakfast, Highlight Dinner)

DAY 4 OTTAWA – MONTREAL
Bienvenue! We enter the French- speaking province of Quebec and continue to its largest city, Montreal. We see the cobbled stone streets of Vieux Montreal and the Old Port. In contrast, we also admire the grand mansions of Mont Royal and the modern downtown area. This evening is completely free to explore this romantic city at our leisure. Hotel: Marriott Chateau Champlain. (Full Breakfast)

DAY 5 MONTREAL – QUEBEC CITY
This morning we learn about the history of Old Montreal and enjoy a special breakfast at Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal's Museum of Archaeology and History. Then, we follow the St Lawrence River to Quebec City, the first French settlement in North America, and reminiscent of a medieval European village. Tonight, what could be more perfect than a highlight dinner in one of the city's romantic bistros? Hotel: Hilton Quebec. (Full Breakfast, Highlight Dinner)

DAY 6 QUEBEC CITY SIGHTSEEING
Today our local guide shows us the unique European charm of this historic city - the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, ramparts, world famous Château Frontenac, National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place Royale, and Citadelle. We then venture north to visit the shrine of Ste-Anne-de- Beaupre, first pilgrimage shrine in North America, and the spectacular Montmorency Falls before returning to Quebec City. (Full Breakfast)

DAY 7 QUEBEC – MONTREAL
We bid Adieu to our Tour Director and board our comfortable VIA Rail train for our independent return to Montreal. A transfer to Montreal International Airport is provided. Flights should not be booked prior to 2.00 pm. (Full Breakfast)

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Included:
See Queen's Park, the CN Tower and City Hall in Toronto
Cruise to the base of Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist
Enjoy a wine tasting and visit historic Niagara-on-the-Lake
See Ottawa's Parliament buildings, Rideau Market and the Prime Minister's residence
See Montreal's Old Port, Mont Royal and Vieux Montreal
A guided tour (and breakfast) at Montreal's Museum of Archaeology & History
See the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, and the historic walls of Quebec City
Excursion to Ste-Anne-de-Beaupre Shrine and Montmorency Falls
Travel by rail from Quebec City to Montreal
Guided City Tours

In depth sightseeing tours in Ottawa and Quebec City
Orientation tours of Toronto and Montreal

Airport arrival & departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
Escorted by a professional Tour Director Maximum group size of 40 people
Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra leg room & restroom facilities
First Class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage
Quality Dining

5 Breakfasts, 1 Highlight Breakfast in Montreal, 1 Hotel Dinner and 2 Highlight dinners in Ottawa & Quebec City

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