Capital Experience

Day 1 - Arrive Toronto

Arrive in Toronto’s International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel for a threenight stay. Pick up your information kit at the front desk upon check-in. The remainder is at leisure to explore Canada’s commercial and cultural centre. Overnight in Toronto.

Day 2 - Toronto

Discover the many identities of this cosmopolitan city on a sightseeing tour of Toronto. Highlights include the provincial Parliament Buildings, City Hall, the financial district, Chinatown, residential areas, the waterfront. Admission to the CN Tower is included. The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration, shopping or simple relaxation. Overnight in Toronto.

Day 3 - Niagara Falls

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing excursion to Niagara Falls. Marvel at the spectacle of the famous Niagara Falls and step aboard the Maid of the Mist for a fantastic boat trip to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls. You will have ample time at the Falls to take pictures and admire the thundering waters or stroll into town. Highlights include a meal and a trip along the beautiful Niagara Parkway, before returning to Toronto for the evening. Overnight in Toronto. Lunch included.

Day 4 - Toronto to Ottawa - Train

This morning, transfer independently to Union Station to board VIA Rail’s The Corridor train to Ottawa. You will be passing quaint little towns along Lake Ontario, the historic city of Kingston and the Thousand Islands region. Upon arrival in Ottawa, the remainder of the day is free to explore the charms of Canada’s capital city. Take a stroll along the famous Rideau Canal or discover what the bustling Byward Market has to offer. Overnight in Ottawa.

Day 5 - Ottawa

Enjoy a two-hour sightseeing tour of Ottawa today. You will see the Parliament Buildings, the Royal Canadian Mint, the National Gallery of Canada, the National Aviation Museum, the National War Museum, the RCMP Museum and Stables, the National Arts Centre and much more. You will drive through scenic gardens and parklands and along the Rideau Canal. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city’s many museums, galleries and boutiques. Overnight in Ottawa.

Day 6 - Ottawa to Quebec City - Train

Today is your departure from Ottawa to Quebec City on board VIA Rail’s The Corridor. You’ll be leaving the capital region of Ottawa behind and heading for the Laurentians. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore fascinating Quebec City and experience its energetic nightlife. Overnight in Quebec City.

Day 7 - Quebec City

Today you will explore historic and modern Quebec City on a morning sightseeing tour. Quebec City is the only city in North America with city walls and gates earning it a United Nations World Heritage Site distinction in 1985. Your guide provides narration while you see the Latin Quarter, Place Royale, the Basilica and many more points of interest. The rest of the day is at your leisure to further explore the city. Overnight in Quebec City.

Day 8 - Quebec City to Montreal

Hop on the train today for a short ride to Montreal. This time, you’ll be travelling along the northern shore of the St. Lawrence River. Upon reaching the bustling metropolis of Montreal, prepare for an afternoon of exploring the second largest French-speaking city after Paris. Why not walk down lively St. Catherine Street with its numerous shops and cafés. Overnight in Montreal.

Day 9 - Montreal

Today, you will be going on a 3-hour sightseeing tour of Montreal. You will see numerous highlights, such as the Notre Dame Basilica, the financial and residential districts, historic Old Montreal, the charming Latin Quarter and savouring the panoramic views from an observation point on top of Mont Royal. Overnight in Montreal.

Day 10 - Montreal to Toronto - Train

Today is your departure from Montreal to Toronto on board VIA Rail’s The Corridor. Upon arrival at Toronto’s Union Station, your holiday has come to an end. Transfer independently to Toronto’s International Airport to check in for your flight home.