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ITINERARY
DAY 1 ARRIVAL
IN TORONTO
SUNDAY
Arrive at Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Individual transfer to your
centrally-located hotel. After checking in with your tour director, the
remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 2 TORONTO
MONDAY
We get better acquainted with our travelling companions at breakfast before
exploring Toronto on a morning city tour. Afterwards, you can go on an optional
Toronto Hippo Tour for a unique and more extensive sightseeing experience. Step
aboard the amphibious Hippo coach and enjoy a tour that combines the city’s
landmarks and harbour scenery with a cruise through the lagoons and marinas. The
commentary en route is topical as well as historical and focuses on the heritage
of the city. The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration,
shopping (the fabulous Eaton Centre is not to be missed), or simple relaxation.
Overnight in Toronto. Continental breakfast included.
DAY 3 TORONTO TO MONTREAL
TUESDAY
*9-day Mini Explorer/Toronto commences.
Passengers must check in with the Jonview
tour director at 07:00 at the Delta Chelsea
Hotel, Toronto. The coach
departs the hotel
for Montreal at 08:00.
Departing early, we enjoy a pleasant drive east. Following the north shore of
Lake Ontario, we pass endless miles of rolling farmland. Our first destination
is the beautiful Thousand Islands resort region, where we embark upon a relaxing
cruise. After taking in the sights and sounds of this river playground, we
re-board our tour coach for the drive to Montreal. Overnight in Montreal.
Continental breakfast included.
DAY 4
MONTREAL
WEDNESDAY
This morning, we will tour the second-largest French-speaking
city in the world. The dynamic city of Montreal encapsulates the two founding cultures of Canada and boasts a curious blend of history and modernity. Touring
the downtown area we view the Olympic Complex, charming Old Montreal, McGill
University, the residential streets of Mount Royal and the bustling shopping
streets. Afternoon is at leisure. Overnight in Montreal. Continental breakfast
included.
**9-day Mini Explorer/Montreal commences. Passengers should check in at the
hotel. The tour director will contact them in the late
afternoon.
DAY 5 MONTREAL TO QUEBEC
CITY
THURSDAY
This morning, we prepare to depart from Montreal’s cosmopolitan atmosphere and
follow the route of Canada’s first carriageway, the Chemin du Roy deep into
French Canada. Winding our way through typical French-Canadian villages and
towns, we experience true immersion in French culture. Upon arrival in Quebec
City, we tour within the walls of the old city and view Lower Town, the Citadel,
Battlefields Park and the ornate city gates. Overnight in Quebec City.
Continental breakfast included.
DAY 6
QUEBEC
CITY
FRIDAY
The day is at your leisure to further explore the sights of this charming World
Heritage Site. You can enjoy an optional full day excursion to Tadoussac including a 3-hour whalewatching tour on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of
the Saguenay River. Step aboard a regular boat or a high-speed Zodiac and go in
search of the world’s largest mammals. You will also visit the spectacular Montmorency Falls that are
30 metres higher than the world-famous Niagara Falls. The rest of the
day is at your leisure to explore this historic French-Canadian city with
narrow streets and unique boutiques. Overnight in Quebec City.
Continental breakfast included.
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DAY 7 QUEBEC CITY TO
OTTAWA
SATURDAY
Following the north shore of the St. Lawrence, this morning we motor west, past
Montreal, across the Ontario border, and on to Ottawa — the nation’scapital. We
stop for lunch along the way at the Sucrerie de la Montagne — an authentic sugar
shack and pioneer-style restaurant. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Ottawa. Continental breakfast and lunch included.
DAY 8 OTTAWA
SUNDAY
Following the Turtle Island aboriginal experience breakfast on Victoria Island,
we enjoy a tour of this lovely city. We view the Parliament Buildings, the residences of the Prime Minister and the Governor
General, the Rideau Canal and much more. The afternoon is free for
independent exploration of Ottawa’s many museums and fine galleries, for
shopping at the Sparks Street Mall or perhaps for a boat cruise on one of the
city’s waterways. Overnight in Ottawa. Breakfast included.
DAY 9 OTTAWA
TO MIDLAND
MONDAY
Our journey west from Ottawa features sparkling lakes, rushing streams, deep
forests and characteristic northern towns. The trip will be highlighted by a
visit to Algonquin Provincial Park where we will take a walk along the scenic
trails. This immense wildlife and forest preserve is a favourite destination for
camping expeditions during the summer months, and your walk will give you the
opportunity to experience a little of it for yourself. Soon, we enter the
Muskoka resort region, our destination for the night. Overnight in Midland.
Full American breakfast included.
DAY 10 MIDLAND TO
NIAGARA FALLS
TUESDAY
This morning, we visit Sainte-Marie among the Hurons,
we have breakfast. This fascinating three-acre historic site is a detailed reconstruction of the first inland
European community in Canada. Next, we are driving south past Toronto and then
through the orchards and vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula with a final
destination of Niagara Falls. A thrilling boat ride on the Maid of the Mist
brings us to the foot of the thundering waterfalls for an unforgettable
experience. Afterwards, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour that
gives you a breathtaking view of Niagara Falls and the surrounding region. The
evening is free for exploring North America’s “honeymoon capital”. Overnight in
Niagara Falls. Full breakfast breakfast included.
DAY 11 NIAGARA FALLS TO TORONTO
WEDNESDAY
Before we leave Niagara Falls this morning, we will take a ride to the top of
the Skylon Tower providing a spectacular view of the falls and the surrounding
district of Niagara. Afterwards, our drive today follows the scenic Niagara
Parkway through the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, home of the Shaw
Festival. Here we see a small but thriving community, proud to display a
carefully-preserved nineteenth-century atmosphere. This afternoon
completes the tour with a short drive back to Toronto. The evening features our
special farewell to Canada dinner at the CN Tower. Overnight in Toronto. Buffet breakfast and dinner included.
*Mini Explorer/Toronto 9-day ends. Passengers leave tour upon arrival at the
Delta Chelsea Hotel at approximately 17:30.
DAY 12 END OF TOUR
THURSDAY
A time for last-minute shopping and sad farewells. Individual transfer to
Pearson International Airport, Toronto, in time to check in for your return
flight. Continental breakfast included. |
