Exciting cities and breathtaking scenery await you on this Eastern Canada tour that includes Toronto, Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal. In each city you'll see the must-see sights, such as the 1,815-foot-tall CN Tower in Toronto, Canada’s largest city; Parliament Hill and the Peace Tower in Ottawa, Canada’s capital; Québec City's Place Royale, the historic square known as the birthplace of French Canada; and Mount Royal in Montréal, designed by the same architect as New York City’s Central Park. In Québec, visit the Basilica de Notre-Dame-du-Cap, with its beautiful stained-glass windows, and Our Lady of the Cape Sanctuary, made a national shrine in 1888. Also enjoy time to explore Québec City, Canada’s only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll along the cobblestone streets, visit a café or take an optional guided tour of the iconic Chateau Frontenac. But that’s not all…you’ll travel to amazing Niagara Falls, one of the most beloved landmarks in the world, and board an exhilarating sightseeing cruise for a thrilling ride to view the Falls up close. They are nothing short of spectacular! You’ll also enjoy a relaxing narrated cruise through scenic Thousand Islands National Park to see the opulent Gilded Age mansions the wealthy built for their summer homes. From the vibrant cities to the natural wonders and gorgeous scenery, this Eastern Canada tour designed for the value-minded traveler is the perfect vacation!
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:• Guided city sightseeing in Ottawa, Québec City, and Montreal• Orientation tour of Toronto• Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise• Thousand Islands sightseeing cruise• Visit to the Basilica de Notre-Dame-du-Cap
Notes: • Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions (typically favorable May to October). Cruise sightseeing may be substituted with a Journey Behind the Falls excursion when necessary. • Enjoy the fall colors of Ontario and Québec on our special Fall Foliage departures in late September to mid-October (if Mother Nature permits).
Welcome to Ontario’s capital and the largest city in Canada. Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00pm this afternoon in the lobby to answer any questions.
Toronto is considered the most culturally diverse city in the world with its population representing a wide range of ethnicities and languages. Once checked into your hotel, perhaps do some shopping at nearby Eaton Centre or venture a little further and check out the Hockey Hall of Fame or try some local culinary treats at St. Lawrence Market, a city landmark over two centuries old
Day 2 TORONTO. EXCURSION TO NIAGARA FALLS
Begin the day with city sightseeing including major landmarks such as City Hall, Union Station, and the CN Tower. 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 the 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
Day 3 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
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 Royal 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 join an optional brewery tour where you’ll go behind the scenes at a variety of local brewers to learn about beer making and also get to sample the products!
Day 5 OTTAWA–QUÉBEC CITY AREA
Drive into the French-Canadian province of Québec for a sudden change in language and tradition. Visit Notre Dame du Cap de la Madeleine and its Basilica and learn of its miraculous past. Follow the historic King’s Highway along the north shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River before arriving in Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, join a unique optional excursion to the Érablière le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack to learn how maple syrup is made and enjoy a traditional Québec dinner
Day 6 QUÉBEC 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-shaped 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. Perhaps join an optional guided tour of the iconic Chateau Frontenac to learn more about the famous people and historical events that have been a part of this majestic landmark hotel. Then tonight, enjoy an optional excursion to Montmorency Falls, cascading 272 feet into the Saint Lawrence River, followed by dinner featuring local cuisine at a charming 18th century restaurant on nearby Orleans Island
Day 7 QUÉBEC CITY AREA–MONTRÉAL
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
Day 8 MONTRÉAL
Your vacation ends this morning.
Accommodations
Toronto
Ottawa
Quebec City
Montreal
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto Superior First-Class
The Cartier Place Suite Hotel First-Class
Hotel Plaza Quebec Moderate First-Class
Best Western Ville-Marie First-Class
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.