Day 3 - Toronto to Ottawa

Today you’ll leave Toronto to drive east towards Ottawa, where the route winds through rolling farmlands and the lakes of the Rideau Waterway. Once you arrive in Ottawa, you’ll take part in a sightseeing tour of the national capital, including the Rideau Canal (also a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the government buildings on Parliament Hill. There are numerous sights to be found here, such as the picturesque public gardens and the Byward Market, making for an interesting and memorable day of sightseeing.

Day 4 - Ottawa to Quebec City

Today sees you travel along the scenic Ottawa River to the French-speaking province of Quebec. Following the Chemin du Roy Highway past the magnificent Laurentians, you’ll journey past rustic Quebecois villages and shrines which are steeped in history. You’ll end the day in Quebec City with a tour within the walled old city, viewing the ornate city gates, Lower Town, the Battlefields and the Citadel.

Day 5 - Quebec City

Today is yours to spend at your leisure, exploring the sights of this amazing World Heritage Site. There is an optional full day excursion to Tadoussac which includes three hours of whale-watching on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay River on a boat. Once you’ve returned you’ll visit the Montmorency Falls which tower a mighty 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls, powering an astonishing 35,000 litres of water per second over its edge. The remainder of the day is yours to spend at leisure – why not go shopping in the quaint boutiques or wander the narrow streets admiring the architecture?

Day 6 - Quebec City to Montreal

Leave Quebec City today to drive along the St. Lawrence River on your way to Montreal. This vibrant city offers a unique and fascinating blend of history and modernism, encapsulating the two founding cultures of the city itself. You’ll take part in a tour of the downtown area to view the Olympic Complex, as well as Old Montreal, McGill University, the residential streets of Mount Royal and the lively shopping streets. In the evening, there will be an optional dining excursion and a chance to experience Montreal by night with a scenic trip out on the town to one of the city’s most popular Greek restaurants.

Day 7 - Montreal to Toronto

You’ll head back to Toronto today where you’ll explore the neighbourhoods and sample the local cuisine in some of the best restaurants in the city. In Rockport, you’ll also have the option to enjoy an entertaining and relaxing cruise through the beautiful group of 1000 islands.

Day 8 - End of Tour

The time has come for some last-minute shopping and to say farewell to Canada.

Individual transfer to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport in time to check in for your return flight

Day 9 - Arrive Home