Ontario And French Canada With Halifax Extension

2012 Season
Departs From: Toronto

From 1,290EUR

Length: 11 days from Toronto to Halifax

Overview

Welcome to Ontario, Québec, and Nova Scotia! This Canadian vacation begins in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. See major landmarks such as the CN Tower and SkyDome Stadium on a city tour. But first, travel to Niagara Falls and board the Maid of the Mist for up-close views of thundering Niagara Falls. After Toronto, visit historic Kingston and cruise the St. Lawrence River in St. Lawrence Islands National Park before arriving in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely city and visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables. Next, travel to the French-Canadian province of Québec and to Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour this historic walled city—one of the best-preserved cities in North America. Perhaps dine at one of Québec City’s French restaurants. Then head south to sophisticated Montréal, one of the world’s largest French-speaking cities. Your sightseeing tour of Montréal shows you the city’s famous sites. From Montréal, board the overnight Ocean train bound for Nova Scotia for a 2-night stay in Halifax. Tour Halifax, the largest city east of Montréal and the capital of Nova Scotia, and take an excursion to postcard-pretty Peggy’s Cove. Exploring this quaint fishing village is a wonderful way to end your vacation to Ontario, Québec, and Nova Scotia!

Note:

June 28 - You will be in Ottawa for Canada Day and celebrate Canada’s 145th birthday.

Duration: 11 Days

Schedule:

Start Date	End Date
26 April, 2012	06 May, 2012
10 May, 2012	20 May, 2012
17 May, 2012	27 May, 2012
21 May, 2012	31 May, 2012
28 May, 2012	07 June, 2012
31 May, 2012	10 June, 2012
04 June, 2012	14 June, 2012
07 June, 2012	17 June, 2012
11 June, 2012	21 June, 2012
18 June, 2012	28 June, 2012
21 June, 2012	01 July, 2012
25 June, 2012	05 July, 2012
28 June, 2012	08 July, 2012
02 July, 2012	12 July, 2012
12 July, 2012	22 July, 2012
16 July, 2012	26 July, 2012
19 July, 2012	29 July, 2012
23 July, 2012	02 August, 2012
02 August, 2012	12 August, 2012
09 August, 2012	19 August, 2012
16 August, 2012	26 August, 2012
23 August, 2012	02 September, 2012
27 August, 2012	06 September, 2012
30 August, 2012	09 September, 2012
03 September, 2012	13 September, 2012
06 September, 2012	16 September, 2012
10 September, 2012	20 September, 2012
13 September, 2012	23 September, 2012
17 September, 2012	27 September, 2012
24 September, 2012	04 October, 2012
01 October, 2012	11 October, 2012
08 October, 2012	18 October, 2012

City Highlights

Sightseeing in Niagara Falls, Toronto, Québec City, and Montréal; Maid of the Mist cruise, scenic cruise along the St. Lawrence River, Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables.

Scenic Highlights

Niagara Falls, Kingston, Gananoque, St. Lawrence Islands National Park, Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal, Rideau Falls.

Day 1   Toronto. Welcome to cosmopolitan Toronto, Ontario’s capital and Canada’s largest city. Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.

Day 2   Toronto. Niagara Falls Excursion. Skirt the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. Board the MAID OF THE MIST for a thrilling ride to view the thundering falls. Sightseeing also includes the beautiful Floral Clock. See Toronto’s major landmarks on today’s city tour, including the banking district, City Hall, the CN Tower, the University of Toronto, and ultra-modern SkyDome stadium. This evening, enjoy an optional outing to the top of the CN Tower for a delicious dinner and spectacular views.

Note:
The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather conditions. When weather is unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

Day 3   Toronto–Kingston–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 St. Lawrence Islands National Park. At Ivy Lea, board your boat for a CRUISE that takes a scenic route through the many islands of St. Lawrence Islands National Park. Next, head to Ottawa, Canada’s beautiful capital.

Day 4   Ottawa. This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of this lovely city on the banks of the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal. See the Canadian Mint; the embassy district; stately Parliament Hill; and Rideau Falls, named for the curtain-like appearance they give. Visit the ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE STABLES, a tribute to Canadian heritage and history. Suggestions for this afternoon include a visit to the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilization or the array of restaurants and shops at lively Byward Market.

Note:
Due to seasonal hours, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables will be closed and unavailable on the April 19, April 26, August 30, September 6, and September 13 departures.

Day 5   Ottawa–Québec City Area. Drive into the French-Canadian province of Québec, where there is a sudden change in language and tradition. Follow the King’s Highway, tracing this historical route along the north shore of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Late-afternoon arrival in historic Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 6   Québec City Area. This morning, join your fellow traveling companions on a unique optional excursion to the Erabliere Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack. Visitors to the sugar cabin will enjoy a typical Québec breakfast, along with a guided visit and presentation to explain the process of maple extraction. Afterward, return to Québec City for 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 the Place d’Armes, Laval Seminary, the star-plan Citadelle with grand vistas from its bastions, 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. A late-morning arrival in sophisticated Montréal, one of Canada’s largest cities. Major attractions on this afternoon’s tour include once-walled Old Montréal, NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Seminary of St. Sulpice, Mount Royal, and modern Montréal.

Day 8   Montréal–Via Rail Ocean Train. Enjoy a full day at leisure in cosmopolitan Montréal. Later this evening, transfer to the train station and board the overnight Ocean train bound for Nova Scotia. Travel along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in the comfort of your private sleeper car. (D)

Day 9   Via Rail Ocean Train–Halifax. Enjoy a continental breakfast this morning and views of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Arrive in Halifax and transfer to your hotel, the Lord Nelson. The balance of the day is at leisure. (CB)

Day 10   Halifax. Excursion To Peggy’s Cove. The day begins with highlights of Halifax, the largest city east of Montréal and the capital of Nova Scotia. Founded in 1749 to protect British interests in North America, Halifax is steeped in maritime history. Highlights include the Halifax Explosion, Titanic Graves, Historic Downtown, Dockyards, Halifax Public Gardens, and Halifax Commons. From Halifax, proceed down the coast to postcard-pretty Peggy’s Cove. Explore one of Canada’s most visited places with its lighthouse perched on the edge of the ocean and quaint fishing village.

Day 11   Halifax. The trip ends today with guests departing on independent schedules. Transfers are provided to Halifax International Airport.

Meals:  1 continental breakfast (CB), 1 dinner (D) (except on departures April 19-June 4 & October 8 when meals are available for purchase)

Hotel Information:  TORONTO Best Western Primrose Hotel (F), OTTAWA Capital Hill Hotel & Suites (MF), QUÉBEC CITY AREA Hotel Classique (MF), MONTRÉAL Hotel Maritime Plaza (MF), VIA RAIL OCEAN TRAIN Sleeper Touring class (June 7-October 1), Sleeper class (April 19-June 4 & October 8), HALIFAX Lord Nelson (F)

Guides

Local Guides for city sightseeing in Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal; services of a professional Tour Director; local host service in Halifax, where information is provided for independent exploration and dining.

Transportation

Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring; overnight accommodations and travel aboard VIA Rail’s Ocean train to Nova Scotia.


Terms and Conditions

Note: Flights are NOT included with the Tour and unless otherwise stated above transfers are also NOT included.

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