Ontario & French Canada

Ontario & French Canada

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Ontario & French Canada

8 Days Starting in TORONTO and ending in MONTRÉAL

Visiting: Toronto, Niagara Falls, Kingston, Thousand Islands National Park, Ottawa, Quebec City Area, Montreal

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

8330-2024

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 43

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

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Tour operated in:
English
From:
$2050
$1607 (USD) Barrhead discount: -$443 -22%

NB: Prices correct on 19-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Welcome to Ontario and Québec—where exciting cities and breathtaking scenery await you on this eastern Canada tour. You'll spend two nights in Toronto, Ottawa, and the Québec City area, and one night in Montréal. 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, Canada’s largest city; the Canadian Mint in Ottawa, Canada’s capital; Québec City's Place Royale, the historic square known as the birthplace of French America; and Montréal's Mount Royal, designed by the same designer as New York City’s Central Park. In Ottawa, you’ll visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables, a tribute to Canadian heritage and history. In Québec, 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 Québec City, Canada’s only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But that’s not all…you’ll 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. You’ve seen photos of Niagara Falls, and now’s 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 Thousand 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!

Highlights

  • Toronto sightseeing including the city’s major landmarks such as the banking district, City Hall, the CN Tower, and the University of Toronto

  • Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling ride to view the thundering falls up close

  • Visit to Kingston, a city with an exciting history dating back more than 300 years

  • Cruise through Thousand Islands National Park, offering scenic routes and views of charming summer homes

  • Sightseeing tour of Ottawa including the Canadian Mint, the embassy district, and Parliament Hill

  • Guided tour of Québec City, Canada’s only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including Place d’Armes and the Citadelle

  • Visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap de la Madeleine

  • Guided tour of Montréal, including Old Montréal, the Seminary of St. Sulpice, and views from Mount Royal

Places You'll See

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Hotel Plaza Quebec

Best Western Ville-Marie

The Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Toronto

Location: Toronto

Accommodation Name: Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Meals Included: No Meals

Welcome to Ontario’s capital and the largest city in Canada. Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.

Day 2 : Toronto. Excursion To Niagara Falls

Location: Toronto, Niagara Falls

Accommodation Name: Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Meals Included: No Meals

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. Return to Toronto, where sightseeing includes the city’s major landmarks, such as the banking district, City Hall, the CN Tower, and the University of Toronto. This evening, enjoy an optional outing to the top of the CN Tower for dinner and spectacular views.

NOTE:
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable, ice-free weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to the Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.

Day 3 : Toronto,Kingston,Thousand Islands National Park,Ottawa

Location: Toronto, Kingston, Thousand Islands National Park, Ottawa

Accommodation Name: The Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

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

Location: Ottawa

Accommodation Name: The Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

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. 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.

Day 5 : Ottawa,Québec City Area

Location: Ottawa, Quebec City Area

Accommodation Name: Hotel Plaza Quebec

Meals Included: No Meals

Drive into the French-Canadian province of Québec for a sudden change in language and tradition. Follow the historical King’s Highway along the north shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap de la Madeleine before arriving in Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, join a unique optional excursion to the Érablière le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack. Visitors to the sugar cabin will enjoy a typical Québec dinner, along with a guided visit and presentation to explain the process of maple extraction.

Day 6 : Québec City Area

Location: Quebec City Area

Accommodation Name: Hotel Plaza Quebec

Meals Included: No Meals

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-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 free—your Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining.

Day 7 : Québec City Area,Montréal

Location: Quebec City Area, Montreal

Accommodation Name: Best Western Ville-Marie

Meals Included: No Meals

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, the Seminary of St. Sulpice, and majestic views of the city from the top of Mount Royal.

Day 8 : Montréal

Location: Montreal

Meals Included: No Meals

Your vacation ends this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay in centrally located hotels such as Chelsea Hotel, Toronto; The Cartier Place Suite Hotel, Ottawa; Hotel Plaza Quebec; and Best Western Ville-Marie Montreal Hotel & Suites, offering amenities like indoor pools, dining venues, and comfortable rooms.

  • Sightseeing Tours

    Guided tours in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Kingston, Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal, including major landmarks like the CN Tower, Parliament Hill, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Québec.

  • Niagara Falls Cruise

    A thrilling cruise to view the thundering falls up close, subject to favorable weather and river conditions.

  • Thousand Islands Cruise

    A scenic cruise through Thousand Islands National Park, offering views of charming summer homes.

  • Transportation

    Transportation throughout the tour, including city tours and transfers between cities.

What's Not Included

  • Meals

    Meals are not mentioned as included, suggesting that travelers will need to budget separately for most of their dining throughout the tour.

  • Optional Excursions

    Any optional outings, such as the dinner at the top of the CN Tower or visits to museums and the Byward Market in Ottawa, are not included and may incur additional costs.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not listed among the inclusions, indicating that participants are responsible for securing their own coverage.

  • Airfare

    International and domestic flights to and from the tour's start and end points are not included, requiring travelers to arrange their own air transportation.

UNESCO Sites

Historic District of Old Quebec|Rideau Canal

Notes

Enjoy the fall colors of Ontario and Québec on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 6 to October 4 (if Mother Nature permits).

Accommodation

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Centrally located within walking distance to the city's subway as well as the thriving business and shopping districts, Chelsea Hotel, Toronto offers travelers efficient and comfortable accommodation in the heart of the city. Chelsea Hotel offers guests a broad choice of dining venues, from all-day dining at Market Garden and fresh local dishes at Bb 33 Bistro and Brasserie to coffee or cocktails at the T|Bar Lounge or Monarchs Pub.

The Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Ideally located in downtown Ottawa one block from the Rideau Canal and the trendy boutique area of Elgin Street. Each of the hotel's spacious suites has a private balcony, full kitchen, combined dining and living areas, and separate bedrooms. Hotel amenities include an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise, games, and play rooms.

Hotel Plaza Quebec

A great combination of style and convenience awaits you at Hotel Plaza Québec. The hotel features a magnificent indoor garden with swimming pool and hot tub, as well as the trendy Ginger Restaurant.

Best Western Ville-Marie

Best Western® Ville Marie Montreal Hotel & Suites Montreal hotel provides quality, comfort, convenience along with an outstanding customer service, right beside the world famous Mount Royal park, McGill University, Peel subway station, central train station, the Bell Centre, major museums, art galleries, theatres, underground shopping and a few short steps from Ste-Catherine and Crescent Streets, famous for their boutiques and nightlife. Rooms are newly renovated and include free high speed internet, fridge, eco-friendly organic toiletries, in room coffee maker, cable TV, iron/board.

Check out our Q&As

  • What are the inclusions of the tour?

    The tour includes accommodation in centrally located hotels, guided tours in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Kingston, Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal, a Niagara Falls cruise, a Thousand Islands cruise, and transportation throughout the tour including city tours and transfers between cities.

  • What type of accommodations can be expected on this tour?

    Accommodations on this tour include centrally located hotels such as Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, The Cartier Place Suite Hotel in Ottawa, Hotel Plaza Quebec, and Best Western Ville-Marie Montreal Hotel & Suites. These hotels offer amenities like indoor pools, dining venues, and comfortable rooms.

  • What are the optional excursions mentioned?

    Optional excursions mentioned include an outing to the top of the CN Tower for dinner and spectacular views, and a unique excursion to the Érablière le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack for a typical Québec dinner and a guided visit explaining the process of maple extraction.

  • What are the main highlights of the Ontario & French Canada tour?

    The main highlights of the Ontario & French Canada tour include Toronto sightseeing covering major landmarks like the CN Tower and the University of Toronto, a thrilling Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise, a visit to Kingston with its rich history, a scenic cruise through Thousand Islands National Park, a tour of Ottawa including Parliament Hill, a guided tour of Québec City including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Québec, a visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap de la Madeleine, and a guided tour of Montréal including Old Montréal and views from Mount Royal.

  • What are the exclusions of the tour?

    Exclusions of the tour include meals, optional excursions, travel insurance, and airfare to and from the tour's start and end points.

  • Are meals included in the Ontario & French Canada tour?

    Meals are not mentioned as included in the Ontario & French Canada tour, suggesting that travelers will need to budget separately for most of their dining throughout the tour.

  • Is there a visit to UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a guided tour of Québec City, Canada’s only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

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