Best of the East

Overview

The wide-open spaces of the Algonquin Provincial Park contrast with the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Toronto and Montral, stately Ottawa and the charm of Qubec City on this tour of Eastern Canada.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Toronto

On arrival into Toronto, collect your rental car and proceed to your hotel for a two night stay.

Day 2 – Toronto

Today is yours to explore this fascinating city.

Day 3 – Toronto – Niagara Falls (81 miles)

Travel along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara-on-the-Lake before heading to Niagara Falls, one of the worlds natural wonders.

Day 4 – Niagara Falls – Algonquin Park (235 miles)

Todays drive takes you north, past Toronto and into Ontarios cottage country bound for Algonquin Park and enjoy the serenity of the Canadian wilderness and Killarney Lodge.

Day 5 – Algonquin Park

Enjoy hiking, observing wildlife, canoeing (canoes are available at the lodge at no extra charge). A visit to the Algonquin Logging Museum and the visitor centre are highly recommended.

Day 6 – Algonquin Park – Ottawa (264 miles)

In the morning enjoy the park before departing for the nations capital, Ottawa.

Day 7 – Ottawa

In the heart of Ottawa, many of the citys attractions are within sight of Parliament Hill. Another must-see is the Canadian Museum of History, located directly across the Ottawa River fromParliament Hill showing the rich culture and history that is Canada.

Day 8 – Ottawa – Mont Tremblant (96 miles)

Today head north east to the jewel of the Laurentians, the European styled all season resort village of Mont Tremblant. Take some time to enjoy local activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, horse riding, white-water rafting, or a helicopter tour.

Day 9 – Mont Tremblant – Qubec City (230 miles)

Enjoy the pleasant scenery as you travel from Mont Tremblant to historic Trois Rivires and drive.

Day 10 – Qubec City

Experience the old world charm of Vieux Qubec with a guided tour of the old city on foot; this UNESCO World Heritage site is complimented by artisan shops, cafs, landscaped parks, and numerous monuments. Historical, cultural and outdoor activities, exquisite food as well as international events await.

Day 11 – Qubec City – Montral (156 miles)

Following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city suburbs to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Montral.

Day 12 – Montral

Discover hundreds of places of interest in Montral including the Notre Dame Basilica located in Old Montral, the French Quarter, the Olympic Site, McGill University and a panoramic view from an observation point on top of Mont Royal.

Day 13 – Montral – Kingston (180 miles)

Travel south to the city of Kingston. On the way enjoy an included visit to Upper Canada Village, an 1860s reconstructed village located in Morrisburg. Before reaching Kingston, stop at Gananoque to join an included cruise of the Thousand Islands

Day 14 – Kingston – Toronto (166 miles)

Stop in the city of Peterborough before continuing to Toronto and enjoy a final evening in this diverse city.

Day 15 – Depart Toronto

Return your car at the airport today.