Best of Eastern Canada Booklet

THE

best OF

EASTERN

CANADA 2019 - 2020

MONTRÉAL - QUEBEC CITY - OTTAWA - TORONTO 8 DAYS • FROM $2,849PP* 7 Breakfasts • 3 Dinners

FIND OUT why EASTERN CANADA IS THE BEST From the European-styled, old-world elegance of Quebec City to the thundering magnificence of Niagara Falls, you’ll love every moment of this tour of Eastern Canada. Enjoy two-night stays in Montréal, Quebec City and Toronto, as well as an overnight stay in Ottawa and city tours of each of them. Have a breakfast of regional specialties at a local sugar shack and learn about maple syrup making. Board a boat to experience Niagara Falls up-close and cruise through the spectacular unspoiled 1000 Islands. Watch the busy St. Lawrence River from high atop Montréal’s Mount Royal and experience the energy of multicultural Toronto.

Walk the cobblestone streets of Old Quebec. From picturesque countryside to glistening skyscrapers, a truly unforgettable cultural and historical experience awaits you in the heart of Eastern Canada.

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Discover Niagara-on-the-Lake with quaint local shops and a charming atmosphere.

Enjoy a memorable cruise through the unspoiled region of the 1000 Islands.

Take a stroll through bustling ByWard Market.

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Witness the incredible power of Mother Nature at breathtaking Niagara Falls.

Tour Montréal and see Jacques Cartier Square and McGill University.

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Savour breakfast at a local sugar shack nestled in the Quebec countryside.

Enjoy an evening out and sample French cuisine at a lovely restaurant in Ile d’Orleans.

THE BEST OF EASTERN CANADA ITINERARY University and St. Joseph’s Oratory; the tour concludes with a stop high atop Mount Royal, ascended by Jacques Cartier in 1535 and the jewel of Mount Royal Park, to soak in the spectacular view. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring the city independently. Sit in a sidewalk cafe, visit a museum, or browse some of the city’s many famous shops. This evening you will be treated to dinner in historic Old Montréal, capping off a wonderfully memorable day.

Day 1: Montréal, Quebec - Tour Begins Your tour opens in the second largest Frenchspeaking city in the world, Montréal.

Day 2: Montréal This morning, it’s your choice as you decide how you would like to explore Montréal: on a walking tour -OR- a panoramic coach tour. If you choose the walking tour, you’ll join a local guide who will transport you back in time as you explore the streets of Old Montréal on foot; stroll through historic squares and past impressive architecture, hearing stories of days gone by. If you choose the coach tour, it highlights Jacques Cartier Square, McGill

Day 3: Montréal - Quebec City Depart for fabulous Quebec City. Later today, experience the beauty and history of both Old and New Quebec with a fascinating sightseeing tour of the city. See the stately Chateau Frontenac, the provincial Parliament, and the St. Louis Arch, the site of the original settlement of the city of Quebec. This evening, sample French cuisine at a lovely restaurant in Ile d’Orleans.

Day 4: Quebec City Begin your day with breakfast at a local sugar shack nestled in the Quebec countryside. Learn about the traditions of maple syrup-making and enjoy sampling many delicious traditional

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foods made with local maple syrup. Before leaving, try a favourite regional treat – maple taffy on the snow! The remainder of your day is at leisure to wander the streets of quaint Old Quebec, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.

Day 5: Quebec City - Ottawa, Ontario This morning, depart for Ottawa – Canada’s beautiful, culturally rich capital. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic drive along the Ottawa River, past the Prime Minister’s residence, many embassies, and the impressive National Art Gallery. Your city tour will also showcase the impressive gothic parliament buildings as well as the Rideau Canal (which becomes the world’s largest skating rink in wintertime). In addition, you will be able to stroll through the ByWard Market, known for its fruits, vegetables, flowers, and arts & crafts.

Day 6: Ottawa - Rockport - Toronto A short drive takes you to Rockport, gateway to the spectacular 1000 Islands. Enjoy a memorable cruise through this unspoiled region, located on the border between the United States and Canada. Later this afternoon you arrive in the exciting city of Toronto, capital of Ontario.

Day 7: Toronto - Niagara Falls - Toronto This morning, travel to thundering, aweinspiring Niagara Falls. Pause for a moment as you reflect on the magnificent views and the power of Mother Nature. Of course, a visit to Niagara Falls would not be complete without experiencing the incredible cruise at the base of the falls. Board the boat to see and feel the falls up close. Don’t forget to bring a camera!

Next, head to Niagara-on-the-Lake and enjoy the local shops and charming atmosphere.

Tonight, join your fellow travellers at a farewell dinner where you will toast the end of a wonderful trip.

Day 8: Toronto - Tour Ends Your tour ends today in Toronto.

HOTELS

Days 1, 2 | Hotel Omni Mont Royal or Le Centre Sheraton, Montréal Days 3, 4 | Hotel PUR or Chateau Laurier, Quebec City Day 5 | Westin Ottawa, Ottawa Days 6, 7 | Sheraton Centre, Toronto

Please Note: Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times. Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline’s terms and conditions. The Collette Chauffeur service (private return airport transfers) is included for guests who purchase international airfare through Collette as part of their tour. Guests must live within 40kms of Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney international airports. For guests living between 40kms-70kms of these airports, this service is available for a small surcharge.

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CANADIAN EXPERIENCES MOUNT ROYAL, MONTRÉAL

Rising up west of bustling, lively Downtown Montréal, Mount Royal is a gentle, almost welcoming mountain. This sprawling park is a natural haven amidst the business of the city, with hiking trails, bike paths, and scenic outlooks where people can sit on a bench and enjoy the view. Legend has it that this place, Mount Royal, gives the entire city its name, as people blended the two Middle French words into one, Montréal.

MAPLE SYRUP

Canada has a long, proud history of producing some of the greatest maple syrup in the world. Only produced in maple trees that have to survive harsh, frigid winters, maple syrup is now Quebec’s largest export, and 70% of the world’s entire maple syrup production comes from Canadian forests. It’s been consumed for as long as humans have lived in Canada, with ancient tales of the indigenous people tapping into trees, to frontier explorers learning the secrets, and now into modern day.

OTTAWA, ONTARIO

Named for the indigenous word Odawa, meaning “to trade,” what was once Canada’s most prosperous port has become its political epicenter. It’s also known for its educational and cultural institutions, like the National Gallery. Take a stroll through neighborhoods like the ByWard Market or the Golden Triangle, and shop among boutique shops, eat and drink at the small cafés there, and enjoy this classic, cultured city.

NIAGARA FALLS

Niagara Falls isn’t one waterfall, but actually three. Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls together makes up Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the North American continent. Plunging 160 feet, and pouring over six million cubic feet of water over the edge of the falls, these falls are some of the most powerful in North America. Niagara Falls isn’t just an attraction for travellers, it is also a leading producer in hydroelectric power.

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PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR SERVICE INCLUDED PERSONAL TOUCHES Leave the hassle of getting to the airport behind. Enjoy round-trip home to airport chauffeur service with the purchase of air. It’s the perfect way to begin (and end) your journey.

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