Trip Highlights
- Niagara Falls and Maid of the Mist cruise
- Scenic cruise along the St. Lawrence River
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables
- Notre Dame Basilica
- VIA Rail Ocean train
About The Package
Welcome to Canada!! This tour of Ontario, Québec and Nova Scotia gives you a good experience of Canada’s metropolitan highlights and excellent glimpses of French culture as well. This tour begins in marvelous Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. Visit to the world famous Niagara Falls and Maid of the Mist cruise adds a great joy to this tour. But it is not the end! Visit St. Lawrence Islands National Park and cruise at the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy visiting this lovely city and see the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables. You will get a total different experience once you are in French-Canadian province of Québec. This perfectly blended package would be a lifetime experience for you.
Package Includes
- Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned in itinerary on room only basis.
- Breakfast in train journey.
- All applicable transfers and sightseeing by air conditioned vehicle as per itinerary.
- Services of professional Tour Manager throughout the trip.
Day
1
Toronto
Welcome to Toronto, Ontario’s capital and largest city in Canada. Transfer to the hotel on your own. Rest of time would be at leisure to relax or to do independent activities on your own. Your Tour Manager will meet you in the evening to brief you about the trip. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
2
Excursion to Niagara Falls
In the morning proceed for Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Board the Maid of the Mist for an exciting ride to view the great falls. The sightseeing also includes the beautiful Floral Clock. Experience Toronto’s major landmarks in this sightseeing tour and visit the banking district, the CN Tower, City Hall, the University of Toronto and ultra-modern Sky Dome stadium. In the evening, you can enjoy an optional outing to the top of the CN Tower for a dinner and outstanding views. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
3
Toronto–Kingston–Ottawa
Today depart from Ontario’s capital to Ottawa via Kingston, a city with history of more than 300 years. Proceed along the St. Lawrence River, with splendid scenes of St. Lawrence National Park. At Ivy Lea, board your boat for a cruise that takes you through scenic islands in St. Lawrence Islands National Park. Later reach at Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital. Overnight stay at the hotel.
NOTE:
Operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to weather and/or river conditions. When weather is not favorable, a walking tour through the beautiful tunnels will be conducted. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
4
Sightseeing of Ottawa
the embassy district, Parliament Hill and Rideau Falls. Also visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables, praise to Canadian heritage and history. You can also visit the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilization or the array of restaurants and shops at alive ByWard Market (optional). Overnight stay at the hotel.
NOTE: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables will be closed and unavailable on the August 29, September 5, 12, 19 & 26 and October 3 & 10 departures.
Day
5
Ottawa–Québec City Area
Today proceed to the French-Canadian province of Québec, where you will notice a swift change in language and traditions. Follow the King’s Highway, tracing this historical route along the north shore of St. Lawrence River. Late afternoon arrive in Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
6
Québec City Area
This morning, you can go for an optional excursion to the Érablière le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack and visit to sugar cabin where one can enjoy classic Québec breakfast.
Later go for a guided tour of only walled city in Canada. 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 the Place d’Armes, Laval Seminary, the star-plan Citadel with grand panoramas from its bastions and ancient Place Royale. Also see the stone houses crowding the narrow streets of Lower Town. Rest of the time is free. Your Tour Manager will advise you for sightseeing, shopping and dining options during free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
7
Québec City Area–Montréal
In late morning, proceed to Montréal, one of Canada’s important cities. In the afternoon, enjoy sightseeing tour that includes Old Montréal, Norte Dame Basilica, Seminary of St. Sulpic, Mount Royal etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
8
Montréal
The next two days would be at leisure in Montréal. Here you can experience European style, charm and Canadian warmth. You can also visit Saint-Denis Street which is a shopping area or relax at one of the outdoor terraces. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
9
Montréal–VIA Rail Ocean Train
The daytime is free to roam around in the city or for shopping. In the evening, we would take you to railway station to board the overnight train for Nova Scotia. Enjoy your journey along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in private sleeper car. Overnight on the train. (D)
Day
10
VIA Rail Ocean Train–Halifax
Enjoy a continental breakfast on board while looking at amazing views of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Upon arrival in Halifax transfer to your hotel. The remaining of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel. (B/L)
Day
11
Halifax / Excursion to Peggy's Cove
The day begins with highlights of Halifax tour, the capital of Nova Scotia. Halifax was founded in 1749 to protect British interests in North America. Explore one of Canada’s most visited places with its lighthouse perched on the edge of the ocean and unusual fishing village. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day
12
Departure from Halifax
Transfer to Halifax International Airport as per your onward connection.
End of a beautiful trip!!
(B – Breakfast / L – Lunch / D – Dinner)