Essence of Eastern Canada end Montreal Your itinerary Start Location Visited Location Plane End Location Cruise Train Over night Ferry Day 1 on a food walking tour. Optional C'est Bon food walking tour copy: One of the best Arrive Toronto (2 Nights) ways to learn about a city is to explore its neighbourhood food markets, discover local produce and dishes, and meet area chefs and food artisans. This gourmet Welcome to the world’s most multiculturally diverse city, Toronto. Known to locals walking tour is an ideal introduction to the national capital region’s vibrant food as the ‘Six’, Canada’s hipster enclave and largest city is all about unique scene. Meet the bright lights and find the hidden treasures with the help of expert neighbourhoods, fusion food, fascinating museums, vintage shopping and a healthy and insightful guides at five different restaurants. Come taste Ottawa with us! obsession with all things hockey. At the centre of it all is the city’s icon, the CN Tower, its 1814 feet (553 m) spire dominating the landscape. After settling in to your Day 5 hotel, you can wander around the district’s open­air markets which will no doubt get Ottawa ­ Québec City (2 Nights) tummies rumbling. For dinner why not head to near­by Kensington Market, arguably Ready for some romance? We’ve got good news ­ timeless, elegant Québec City is the most diverse of all the city’s neighbourhoods where the idea of fusion food is up next. Exuding class, grandeur and a distinctly European feel, Québec City is taken to all new heights. almost a country within a country; 95% of the population speak French, and around 75% are native Francophiles. Arriving here, we’ll be listening out for the collective Hotel - Chelsea Hotel Toronto sighs of appreciation as you set eyes on the narrow cobblestone streets and pretty Day 2 parks for the first time. This afternoon, why not continue your Québec love affair with Niagara Falls Excursion our Optional Experience that will get you out of town to admire the towering Montmorency Falls. Standing at 83 metres these falls are actually higher than Pack your sense of adventure this morning as you’re off to visit Niagara Falls! The Niagara Falls, forming the mouth of the Montmorency River. Travelling back to biggest (and loudest) falls in North America, an incredible 750,000 gallons Québec City, you’ll then be treated to a 3­course dinner in the historic district of (2,850,000 l) of water thunder into the gorge below every second, creating a natural Vieux­Québec, tucking in to a menu of freshly sourced, organic ingredients. phenomenon many have dubbed the 8th Wonder of the World. We’ll be getting you up close and personal on a cruise to Horseshoe Falls, allowing you to see both the Hotel - Universel Hotel Canadian and American sides. Remember that raincoat? Now’s the time to use it. Back in Toronto later, the rest of the day is yours to do as you please. Maybe head Day 6 to Queen West to explore the neighbourhood’s impressive collection of art galleries Québec City Sightseeing and Free Time and design studios, or take advantage of our CN Tower Optional Experience to test After no doubt grabbing a taste of France with a croissant and coffee, you’ll be your head for heights. heading out to join a Local Specialist this morning for a tour of the UNESCO World Day 3 Heritage listed Old Town. Checking out sites including The Citadel, the historically Toronto – Kingston – Ottawa (2 Nights) significant Plains of Abraham, and the famous turrets of the Chateau Frontenac, the world’s most photographed hotel, prepare to fall even more in love with this city. This Leaving Toronto behind this morning, kick back and enjoy the gorgeous drive afternoon, why not continue your Québec adventure with our Optional Experience. alongside Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America, as you make your way to Kingston. Known as the 'Limestone City' thanks to its grand 19th Day 7 century buildings built from its namesake limestone, it’s no wonder this gorgeous Québec City – Montréal city was (briefly) the site of the Canadian capital. Get your bearings and then wake Get ready for Montreal sightseeing! We hope you're hungry this morning as for up your taste buds at Campbell's Orchard in Prince Edward County today for a farm breakfast you'll be heading to the iconic Erabliere le Chemin du Roy, a tour and a cider tasting. This cider is made from a blend of apples picked from the traditional Cabane à Sucre (sugar shack) to learn how maple syrup, one of Canada's trees of the Campbell's Orchard and produced right on site, fermented using most famous exports, is made. You'll then make the short drive to Montreal, traditional methods. Next, take to the water and opt for a Thousand Islands Canada's cultural capital where festivals, art, and a certain joie de vivre are all part of cruise, or spend the day exploring the quaint city your way. The day isn’t over yet the daily make up. On arrival you'll meet up with a Local Specialist for a city tour of and our next destination awaits, north of the Ottawa River in Ottawa’s the UNESCO designated 'City of Design', admiring how old European style neighbor charming Gatineau. New Optional Thousand Islands Cruise: If you’ve ever architecture sits naturally beside beautiful contemporary masterpieces in this dreamt of escaping to live on a gorgeous remote island, this cruise will show you the popular destination city. This afternoon choose Montreal your way. You way. Hop on board to explore the over 1,800 islands dotting the St. Lawrence River, could choose a hands­on activity: learn the art of bagel making or get the adrenaline many of which are home to elaborate mansions, fairytale castles, lighthouses and a pumping with some curling or explore the city on your own. This evening with free realm of wildlife. Don’t forget your camera! time to explore, you could head out for dinner with the group or take your pick of one of the cute terraced restaurants along the river. Bagel making workshop: This Hotel - Quality Inn and Suites Gatineau fun (and delicious) workshop will teach you the history and process of Montreal­ Day 4 style wood­fired bagels—lighter, crispier, and sweeter than the Ottawa Sightseeing and Free Time American version. Jump in to prep ingredients, bake, and finally taste your hard work. Curling: Try your hand at one of Canada's favorite sports. Greeted with hot Start your morning in Ottawa with a sightseeing tour of the city's icons: Sussex chocolate, you’ll first learn curling's history and culture before getting on the ice rink Drive, Royal Canadian Mint, National Art Gallery, Supreme Court of Canada, War to practice a few basic techniques and have a game! Memorial, National Art Center; War Museum and National Archives and Library, the stunning Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica (the oldest church in Ottawa), and even a Hotel - Sandman Hotel Montreal stop outside the home of the Canadian Prime Minister and Governor General’s Homes (Be sure to wave hello!). After your orientation, head to Byward Included Meals - Iconic Breakfast Market’s vibrant outdoor/indoor market open for a quick bite and free Day 8 time. Your afternoon is your choice of activities. As an option, experience culture with an authentic Pow­wow dance performance with music by First Nations Depart Montréal members at the Museum of History. In a fascinating interactive And just like that, you’ve experienced the very best of Eastern Canada. From beading workshop, you’ll learn about the Storyboot Project, a partnership between Toronto’s trendy microbreweries to Québec City’s timeless romance, you’ll be Manitoba Mukluks and our TreadRight Foundation—a fun and feel­good way to finishing your trip this morning with happy memories, and no doubt a longing to see support the revival of these traditional arts. Or, explore Ottawa's neighbourhood food what the rest of Canada has in store. Today, you have the choice to fly directly out of markets, discover local produce and dishes, and meet area chefs and food artisans Montréal, or continue on if you have booked on an extension cruise. HERE'S A SAMPLE OF YOUR CHOICE OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES Adult Price: $75.00* AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Canadian Museum of History La Vie Quebecois Visit the Museum of History in the National Capitol of Canada and learn Enjoy a guided tour and demonstration of the repoussé work of the Gilles about Canadian's history, people, events and objects that have shaped family, that has been renowned for its metal craftsmanship for nearly 100 Canada's history and identity. Learn about Canada's past & present in the years. After seeing a collection of fascinating copper art, you’ll get to Great Hall and the First People's Hall. Approx. duration: 2 hours experiment with the art of repoussé with a thin sheet of copper & tools. Adult Price: $23.00* The experience finishes with coffee or tea & canelé cake time. You’ll also journey to the charming Île d'Orléans, a beautiful island with rolling hills and visit another Quebecois family run gem: The Maison Cassis Monna & Filles. This winery has been synonymous with passion and innovation for 20 years and deploy over 16 hectares of land, where they produce more AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 than 50,000 bottles of sumptuous black currant wines, liqueurs and more Ottawa Food Walking Tour each year.