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Eastern Canada Explorer

Self Drive Tour: Inclusive Car, Standard Accommodation
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Start/Finish: Toronto / Toronto

01 Apr 2024 - 31 Oct 2024


  • Adventure awaits at Toronto’s CN Tower, Canada’s most recognizable icon.
  • Stand on the lawn of Ottawa’s Parliament Hill to view the daily Changing of the Guard ceremony.
  • Dive into a river of discovery as you follow the historic St. Lawrence River.
  • Set foot in the Canada Goose Arctic Gallery at the Canadian Museum of Nature.
  • Stroll Quebec City’s cobblestone streets while watching artisans busy at work.
  • Discover Montréal, the world’s second-largest French-speaking city after Paris.
  • See the Gothic-revival Notre Dame Basilica, renowned for its dazzling interior.
  • Explore Kingston, a world heritage destination that dazzles with 19th-century architecture.
  • Cruise the water wonderland that is the Thousand Islands.
  • Feel the thundering roar and tremendous power of Niagara Falls’ waters.

Admission fees not included



TORONTO - ARRIVAL 

Day 1: Arrive at Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport. Pick up your rental car and transfer to your hotel. 


TORONTO

Day 2: You have the whole day to enjoy Toronto, known for its cosmopolitan flair, beautiful harborfront, and, of course, the CN Tower. 


TORONTO - OTTAWA 

Day 3: This morning, journey along Lake Ontario before heading inland to Canada’s capital city of Ottawa. The colorful Changing of the Guard Ceremony in front of the Parliament building is a highlight not to be missed. A visit to the Canadian Museum of Nature is a must. The museum’s new signature gallery immerses visitors in a region where most will never set foot: Canada’s Arctic.

Driving Distance: 281 MI / 442 KM 


OTTAWA - QUÉBEC CITY 

Day 4: Travel along the St. Lawrence River to the very European city of Québec. Make sure to try some of the exquisite French cuisine for dinner. 

Driving Distance: 274 MI / 440 KM 


QUÉBEC CITY 

Day 5: Today is yours to explore what lies behind the impressive walls that ring Québec City. The best way to see the numerous historic buildings and experience the city’s unique French culture is by walking through the enchanting cobbled streets and narrow lanes.


QUÉBEC CITY - MONTRÉAL 

Day 6: Today’s scenic drive brings you to Montréal, the world’s second-largest French-speaking city, exceeded only by Paris. Explore the many sights of this city including Ile St. Helene and the Basilica of Notre Dame, one of the largest neo-Gothic cathedrals in North America. Relax in one of the many cafes in the French Quarter. 

Driving Distance: 156 MI / 251 KM 


MONTRÉAL - 1000 ISLANDS - KINGSTON 

Day 7: Today, travel to Kingston. Ontario’s oldest city and once the capital of early Canada, Kingston is now a UNESCO World Heritage Destination for its remarkable and well-preserved 19th-century defense fortifications. Make sure to arrive early enough to enjoy an afternoon or evening cruise through the 1000 Islands. 

Driving Distance: 184 MI / 296 KM 


KINGSTON - NIAGARA FALLS 

Day 8: The highlight of the day is the magnificent Niagara Falls. Take a boat ride under the Falls, fly over it in a helicopter, or dine above it in a rotating restaurant. Not to be missed as well is the charming historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, proudly displaying its 19th-century heritage. 

Driving Distance: 242 MI / 390 KM 


NIAGARA FALLS - TORONTO - DEPARTURE 

Day 9: Drive the short distance back to Toronto for your return flight home. 

Driving Distance: 80 MI / 129 KM


Inclusions


  • Accommodation as specified.
  • Compact rental car for 9 days* inclusive of unlimited mileage, LDW loss damage waiver, theft protection, waiver (zero excess), 1 million USD liability cover (EP/SLI), local sales tax, airport surcharges/fees, homeland security fee, customer facility charge, mechanical assistance
  • Includes one-way rental fee*
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Admission to attractions, where applicable.
Exclusions


  • International or Domestic flights
  • Meals, admissions, and/or optional tours unless specifically mentioned as being included in the itinerary.
  • Items of a personal nature, i.e. telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
  • Use of hotel rooms before or after normal check-in and check-out times and resort fees, if applicable
  • Tolls, ferries, and parking fees

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