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Ontario & French Canada

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Operator: Cosmos
Destination: Canada
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Overview

Welcome to Ontario and Qubecwhere exciting cities and breathtaking scenery await you on this eastern Canada tour. You’ll spend two nights in Toronto, Ottawa, and the Qubec City area, and one night in Montral. On your sightseeing tour in each city, you’ll see the must-see sights, such as the 1,815-foot-tall CN Tower in Toronto, Canadas largest city; the Canadian Mint in Ottawa, Canadas capital; Qubec City’s Place Royale, the historic square known as the birthplace of French America; and Montral’s Mount Royal, designed by the same designer as New York Citys Central Park. In Ottawa, youll visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables, a tribute to Canadian heritage and history.

 

In Qubec, visit the Basilica of Notre Dame, dating to the 19th century, and Cap de La Madeleine, a national shrine with its fine stained-glass windows. Also enjoy time to explore Qubec City, Canadas only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But thats not allyoull enjoy stunning scenery on this eastern Canada tour. For a tour highlight, board a sightseeing boat for a thrilling ride to view breathtaking Niagara Falls. Youve seen photos of Niagara Falls, and nows your chance to see it up close. These falls are nothing short of spectacular! Also enjoy a cruise that takes a scenic route through the many islands of St. Lawrence Islands National Park. From the vibrant cities to the beautiful scenery, this eastern Canada tour designed for the value-minded traveler is a wonderful vacation!

Itinerary

DAY 1

TORONTO

Welcome to Ontarios capital. Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
DAY 2

TORONTO. EXCURSION TO NIAGARA FALLS

Skirt the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Board your Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling ride to view the thundering falls. Return to Toronto, where sightseeing includes the citys major landmarks, such as the banking district, City Hall, the CN Tower, the University of Toronto, and ultra-modern Rogers Centre. This evening, enjoy an optional outing to the top of the CN Tower for a delicious dinner and spectacular views.

NOTE:
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather conditions. When weather is unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

DAY 4

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. Visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables, a tribute to Canadian heritage and history. Suggestions for this afternoon include a visit to the magnificent Canadian Museum of History or the array of restaurants and shops at lively Byward Market.

    NOTE:
    All dates are subject to availability of the RCMP Stables, and can become unavailable at any time.

DAY 5

OTTAWAQUBEC CITY AREA

  • Drive into the French-Canadian province of Qubec for a sudden change in language and tradition. Follow the historical Kings Highway along the north shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Visit the Basilica of Notre Dame de Cap de la Madeleine before arriving in Qubec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

DAY 6

QUBEC CITY AREA

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Canadas only walled city, crowned by the turrets of Chteau Frontenac. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Qubec was the center of New France; today, its a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within the walls reside Place dArmes, 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 freeyour Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining.

DAY 7

QUBEC CITY AREAMONTRAL

  • This morning, join a unique optional excursion to the rablire le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack. Visitors to the sugar cabin will enjoy a typical Qubec breakfast, along with a guided visit and presentation to explain the process of maple extraction. Afterward, head south for sophisticated Montral, one of Canadas largest cities. Major attractions on this afternoons guided tour include once-walled Old Montral, the Seminary of St. Sulpice, Mount Royal, and modern Montral.

DAY 8

MONTRAL

  • Your vacation ends this morning.