Canada: Across Ontario & Quebec

Overview

During this 8-day adventure tour, you will be able to discover the history & visit the 4 biggest cities of Eastern Canada, admire the power of Niagara Falls, and explore the main cultural & natural attractions of Ontario & Quebec Provinces.

Highlights

• Take a boat to nearby islands to see the beautiful skyline of Toronto.
• Get captivated by powerful Niagara Waterfalls.
• Discover the rich architectural heritage of Ottawa - Canada's political capital.
• See numerous worn-down tops of ancient mountains in the Thousand Islands National Park.
• Get lost in medieval streets of Quebec City's UNESCO-listed historic center.

Itinerary

Day 1: Toronto

Welcome to Toronto, Canada's largest city as well as its economic and financial capital. Arrive at any time and meet your travel mates and Tour Leader in the evening: welcome meeting, optional dinner & get-together in one of the local restaurants.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Toronto
• Activities Included: welcome meeting

Day 2: Toronto

Walking tour around the city during the day. Optional dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Toronto
• Activities Included: walking tour in Toronto

Day 3: Toronto - Niagara-on-the-Lake - Niagara Falls - Kingston

Go to admire the power of  Niagara Falls, visit picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake Victorian-time town, and, finally, enjoy the evening beauty of the first capital of Canada - Kingston. Accommodation, optional dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Transportation: private vehicle
• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Kingston
• Activities Included: walking tours in Niagara & Niagara-on-the-Lake

Day 4: Kingston - Thousand Islands National Park - Ottawa

After a walking tour around the historic center of Kingston, visit of Fort Henry National Historic Site, and optional cruise around Thousand Islands National Park we will go to Ottawa - political capital of the country. Accommodation, optional dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Transportation: private vehicle
• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Ottawa
• Activities Included: walking tour in Kingston; visit of Fort Henry National Historic Site (from outside)

Day 5: Ottawa - Trois-Rivières - Quebec City

This day after a walking tour around Ottawa, we will hit a historic King's Road (stopping by in Trois-Rivières for an orientation walk & optional lunch) to reach Quebec City in the evening. Accommodation, optional dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Transportation: private vehicle
• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Quebec City
• Activities Included: walking tour in Ottawa & Trois-Rivières

Day 6: Quebec City

You will have the whole day to explore all parts of this wonderful UNESCO-listed city: morning visit to nearby Montmorency Falls & Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine, afternoon walking tour around the historic center of Quebec City, optional dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Transportation: private vehicle
• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Quebec City
• Activities Included: walking tour in Quebec City; visit to Montmorency Falls and Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine

Day 7: Quebec City - Montreal

In the morning, we will move to Montreal. The second-largest city in Canada, it is rich in culture and history and has a well-deserved reputation as one of the liveliest cities in North America. Upon arrival and check-in, join your Tour Leader for a walking tour around the city. The free afternoon program, optional farewell dinner & get-together with the rest of the group in the evening.

• Transportation: private vehicle
• Accommodation: conveniently located, locally owned hotel/B&B in Montreal 
• Activities Included: walking tour in Montreal 

Day 8: Montreal

This is the last day of our "Canada: Across Ontario & Quebec Tour"- decide for yourself when to leave. If you decide to extend your vacations, we can always book you extra nights, or even take you on our next adventure.

Why go with us

• Small groups of up to 13 travelers: closer communication, easier coordination, more adventures & fun!
• Off-the-beaten-track tours with maximum immersion in local nature, culture, and traditions.
• The easy-going atmosphere of our tours is perfect for informal travel & making new friends among co-travelers and locals.

Logistics

• ACCOMMODATIONS: We will send you an exact list of accommodations together with trip notes 2 weeks before the departure date. All accommodations are centrally located, tourist-class, locally-owned properties with private facilities in each room. We can arrange pre- & post-tour accommodations but not earlier than 2 weeks before the departure when we send you final trip notes. 
  
• ROOMS: Group Tour for 1 person with accommodations in Shared Twin Rooms mean you will stay with another co-traveler of the same gender: a savvier option designed specifically for solo travelers.
  Most Triple Rooms have 2 separate beds from which at least one is king- or queen-size and are for 2 people; if Triple Room is not available on a particular day of the tour, you might be provided with 1 double/twin and 1 single room instead (based on availability and cannot be guaranteed). Most Quad Rooms have 2 separate king- or queen-size beds - each for 2 people; if Quad Room is not available on a particular day, you might be provided with 2 double/twin rooms instead (based on availability and cannot be guaranteed).
• PHYSICAL CONDITION: This tour involves a decent amount of walking. Therefore, travelers should have moderate physical fitness condition.
• ACTIVITIES: Participation in all activities is optional - just be sure to be in time for daily departures.
• WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU: Comfortable clothes & shoes; a small backpack for daily tours; hat/cap, sunglasses & sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood & curiosity.
• PRICING: The price of the tour/person depends on the number of travelers & room option you choose. 
• GROUP VS. PRIVATE TOUR: Group Tour: take a trip with other travelers. Private Tour: take a trip on your own, with friends, couple, or family. While offering more privacy and exclusivity such tours may cost more than group ones. If you wanna take a private tour with a group that is bigger than 4, please contact us and we will send you a personalized offer. For private tours, the dates of departure (and in some cases the itinerary & activities) can be customized to your request.