TORONTO. EXCURSION TO NIAGARA FALLS

Begin the day with city sightseeing including major landmarks such as City Hall, the CN Tower, and the University of Toronto. Then skirt the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, one of the most loved landmarks in the world. Board your Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling ride to view the thundering falls up close. Then consider joining the optional excursion afterward to Skylon Tower for more amazing views of the Falls and a buffet lunch before returning to Toronto.

NOTE:

Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.

TORONTO–KINGSTON–THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK–OTTAWA

Leave Ontario’s capital and stop in Kingston, a city with an exciting history dating back more than 300 years. Proceed along the St. Lawrence River with splendid vistas of Thousand Islands National Park. At Rockport, board your boat for a cruise that takes a scenic route through the many islands that are sprinkled with charmingly simple to opulent summer homes. Next, head to Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital.

OTTAWA

This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely city on the banks of the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal. See the Canadian Mint, the embassy district, and stately Parliament Hill. Suggestions for this afternoon include a visit to the magnificent Canadian Museum of History or perusing the array of restaurants and shops at lively Byward Market. Or get immersed in local Indigenous culture with an optional excursion to Mādahòkì Farm. Enjoy a delicious traditional meal prepared by indigenous chefs followed by an interactive Pow Wow dance performance

OTTAWA–QUEBEC CITY AREA

Drive into the French-Canadian province of Québec for a sudden change in language and tradition. Follow the historic King’s Highway along the north shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap de la Madeleine before arriving in Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, join a unique optional excursion to the Erabliere le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack to enjoy a traditional Québec dinner and presentation on the process of maple extraction.

QUEBEC CITY AREA

Enjoy a guided tour of Canada’s only walled city, crowned by the turrets of Château Frontenac. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France; today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within the walls reside Place d’Armes, Laval Seminary, the star-plan Citadelle, and ancient Place Royale. Also, see the stone houses crowding the narrow streets of Lower Town by the St. Lawrence River. The afternoon and evening are free. Enjoy an evening in Quebec’s countryside on an optional excursion to Montmorency Falls, cascading 272 feet into the Saint Lawrence River, followed by dinner featuring local cuisine.

QUEBEC CITY AREA–MONTREAL

This morning head south for ultra-modern Montréal, named a UNESCO City of Design in 2006. Major attractions on this afternoon’s guided tour include once-walled Old Montréal and majestic views of the city from the top of Mount Royal. This evening is at leisure.

MONTREAL

Your vacation ends this morning.

• Accommodation at a 3* hotel as specified in the itinerary (or similar).
• Daily breakfast.
• Meals included as/if specified in the itinerary.
• Sightseeing and entrance fees as/if mentioned in the itinerary.
• Services of a tour manager.
• Local tour guide for tours mentioned in the brochure.

• International and domestic air tickets, including airport taxes.
• Airport transfers.
• Optional Tours – Mentioned in the Itinerary
• Mandatory tips for drivers and guides.
• Visa charges.
• Travel insurance.
• Meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, optional excursions, and other incidentals.
• City taxes or hotel fees (payable directly at the hotel).
• Any items or services not mentioned under “Inclusions.”