Canada's Eastern Splendours

From C$6,449
Duration 9 Days
Departures from: May 2026 - Sep 2026
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From C$6,449
Duration 9 Days
Departures from: May 2026 - Sep 2026

Tour Overview

A rich history and immense natural wonders are yours to discover on this Canadian adventure. Explore Montreal's historic old port area, where the first colonists landed in 1642, and spend time in Quebec City, the only walled city in North America. Take in the beauty of the 1000 Islands and marvel at the iconic Niagara Falls. Maybe opt to see the thundering waters from above on a thrilling helicopter flight or during an exhilarating cruise. Tours of capital city Ottawa and the sprawling metropolis of Toronto ensure you see everything the eastern corner of this vst country has to offer

Your Holiday Includes

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guides
  • 8 nights in hotels of a great standard plus 1 night in flight
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
  • 11 included meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners including welcome dinner & drink
  • Transportation excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport
  • Porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Tour of the vibrant French-speaking city of Montreal
  • Tour of Quebec City
  • Learn about the Huron-Wendat Nation
  • Lunch in a Quebecois Sugar Shack
  • Tour of Canada’s capital, Ottawa
  • 1000 Islands scenic cruise
  • Tour of Toronto’s highlights
  • See the spectacular Niagara Falls

Itinerary

Montreal

Day 1 Montreal

Make your own way to the hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you for your welcome meeting this evening.

Meals included: D
Montreal - Quebec City

Day 2 Montreal - Quebec City

Today we'll get to know Montreal on a tour of the city's main highlights. We'll discover the historic old port area, where the first colonists would have arrived on the shores of the St Lawrence River in 1642. Then we'll head to the magnificent Notre Dame Basilica, which is a masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture. Inside we'll discover a striking interior filled with hundreds of intricate wooden carvings, beautiful stained glass windows and colourful vaults decorated with golden stars.
Later we’ll travel to Quebec City today, a 400-year-old fortified city with an intact fortress - La Citadelle - at its heart.

Meals included: B
Quebec City

Day 3 Quebec City

This morning we’ll head out to discover Quebec City’s many historic highlights, with the fairy-tale Chateau Frontenac hotel dominating the skyline. On a stroll we'll see the grand City Hall, the Military Drill Hall, the Latin Quarter, Old Quebec and the Plains of Abraham. This was the scene of the decisive battle in 1759 between the French and the English for the control of Canada. This afternoon we will visit the Huron-Wendat Museum, dedicated to preserving the heritage, identity and traditions of the Huron-Wendat Nation.

Meals included: B
Quebec City

Day 4 Quebec City

The choice is all yours today – you can further explore the cobbled streets of Quebec City at your leisure, or you can take an optional whale-watching cruise from Baie-Sainte-Catherine. Located at the junction of the St Lawrence River and the Saquenay Fjord, this is a hot spot for whale-watching. The journey itself offers fantastic river views, and the chance to see whales in their natural habitat is something you'll never forget.

Meals included: B
Quebec City -  Ottawa

Day 5 Quebec City - Ottawa

We journey into the province of Ontario today and on to Ottawa, where we stay tonight. En route we're going to make a stop at an authentic Quebecois Sugar Shack for lunch. Originally used for the production of maple syrup, what we'll enjoy here today is traditional Quebec cuisine.
On arrival we'll head off on a walking tour of Canada's modern-day capital city. Highlights include Confederation Square and the grounds of Parliament Hill, home of Canada's government. We'll also stroll along the pedestrian mall Sparks Street, and see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which sits in front of the National War Museum. By dinnertime we'll be in the historic ByWard Market, home to many pubs, cafes and restaurants, so why not stop for refreshments with your travelling companions.

Meals included: B,L
Ottawa - Kingston

Day 6 Ottawa - Kingston

This morning you will have some time to explore Ottawa at your own pace, and we highly recommend a visit to Rideau Hall, the official residence and workplace of Canada's Governor General, to view the changing of the guards - which takes place each hour. Later we’ll travel to Rockport, a town situated on the banks of the mighty St Lawrence River and gateway to the beautiful 1000 Islands. We'll board a boat here for a cruise through the heart of the islands to discover a lush landscape dotted with luxurious cottages, vast estates and fairy-tale castles.
As you soak up the tranquil atmosphere it's hard to imagine the area's colourful history, when it was blighted by significant skirmishes between the US and British-controlled Canada during the War of 1812.
We'll end our day in Kingston, Ontario, Canada's former capital and now attractive waterfront city.

Meals included: B
Kingston - Toronto

Day 7 Kingston - Toronto

This morning we'll travel to Toronto, Canada's largest city. This sprawling multi-cultural metropolis offers so much. There are landmarks including the Parliament building, City Hall and the Roger's Centre Stadium, which is home to the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team. Then you've got beautiful beaches on Lake Ontario's shores, a zoo and the largest aquarium in the country. With a free afternoon, see how many you can fit in!
For spectacular panoramic views, a trip to the top of the CN Tower in one of the glass-fronted lifts is highly recommended. You could also spend time strolling through the Old Town, with its great markets.

Meals included: B
Niagara Falls

Day 8 Niagara Falls

Today is the day you get to experience one of Canada's most iconic natural wonders, the awesome Niagara Falls. Consisting of three waterfalls - Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls - they are a breathtaking sight, and how you view them is up to you. The thrill of flying overhead on an optional helicopter ride is hard to beat. Another option is a cruise on the Niagara River, which will get you really close to the thundering waters.

Meals included: B,D
Departure

Day 9 Departure

Today it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end.

Meals included: B

Accommodation

Hotel le Cantille Suites

The Hotel Le Cantille Suites, located in the heart of Montreal, steps away from the peel metro station, offering perfect access to the attractions of Montreal. Each suite at features European-style kitchens with a microwave and refrigerator with free WiFi. Additional features include rooftop swimming pool & fitness centre.

The Hotel Le Cantille Suites, located in the heart of Montreal, steps away from the peel metro station, offering perfect access to the attractions of Montreal. Each suite at features European-style kitchens with a microwave and refrigerator with free WiFi. Additional features include rooftop swimming pool & fitness centre.

Hotel Pur

Hotel PUR Quebec, situated in the historic Saint-Roch Quarter, is just minutes away from many local attractions including L’Imperial de Quebec Theatre and Victoria Park. Every room features free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Other hotel facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a 24-hour gym. American and Asian-inspired cuisine is served in the restaurant, located on-site.

Hotel PUR Quebec, situated in the historic Saint-Roch Quarter, is just minutes away from many local attractions including L’Imperial de Quebec Theatre and Victoria Park. Every room features free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Other hotel facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a 24-hour gym. American and Asian-inspired cuisine is served in the restaurant, located on-site.

Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown

The Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown hotel, conveniently situated in downtown Ottawa, is steps from Parliament Hill with subway transportation at the hotel's front door for easy access to many points of interest. Each guest room features a desk, 47-inch HDTV with premium channels and oversized windows flood the room with sunlight. WiFi is free, and there is a mini-refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker for your convenience. Additional features include a complimentary fitness center, heated indoor pool & evening room service.

The Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown hotel, conveniently situated in downtown Ottawa, is steps from Parliament Hill with subway transportation at the hotel's front door for easy access to many points of interest. Each guest room features a desk, 47-inch HDTV with premium channels and oversized windows flood the room with sunlight. WiFi is free, and there is a mini-refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker for your convenience. Additional features include a complimentary fitness center, heated indoor pool & evening room service.

Hampton Inn Kingston

The Hampton Inn is in a convenient location for visiting Kingston. Facilities include indoor pool, fitness centre and free WI-FI.

The Hampton Inn is in a convenient location for visiting Kingston. Facilities include indoor pool, fitness centre and free WI-FI.

Chelsea Hotel Toronto

The Chelsea Hotel Toronto is conveniently located within easy walking distance of many of the city's attractions. Hotel facilities include a choice of restaurants and bars, a health club, rooftop terrace and indoor pool. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, TV, coffee/tea-maker, iron and hairdryer.

The Chelsea Hotel Toronto is conveniently located within easy walking distance of many of the city's attractions. Hotel facilities include a choice of restaurants and bars, a health club, rooftop terrace and indoor pool. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, TV, coffee/tea-maker, iron and hairdryer.

Optional Excursions

Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional excursions to your trip before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour

Whale watching at Baie-Sainte Catherine

Whale watching at Baie-Sainte Catherine

Situated at the confluence of the St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay Fjord, Tadoussac and Baie-Ste-Catherine are the main entrance to the most beautiful whale watching site in the world! This exceptional environment is teeming with rich food for marine mammals, making it a privileged destination for an unparalleled experience with nature. Meet the world’s most fascinating and majestic creatures. Each boat comes complete with its own naturalist who will give you plenty of interesting facts about these wonderful creatures. You will learn about whales, birds, marine life and the panorama of this beautiful region. Lunch is included.

Full day excursion. Approx. a 3hr cruise - Minimal Walking - A Unique Encounter
Situated at the confluence of the St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay Fjord, Tadoussac and Baie-Ste-Catherine are the main entrance to the most beautiful whale watching site in the...

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Niagara Helicopter flight

Niagara Helicopter flight

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with a helicopter flight over Niagara Falls, offering breath-taking views of the falls and the surrounding region. Departing from Victoria Avenue, the tour soars over iconic landmarks like the Sir Adam Beck Generating Plant, the Niagara River, and the Whirlpool Rapids, before gliding past the American Falls and the Skylon Tower. The highlight is an awe-inspiring view of the Horseshoe Falls, where rainbows often appear. With large windows for optimal photography and multilingual commentary, this unforgettable adventure showcases the natural beauty of the Falls in a way no photograph can truly capture.
Experience the thrill of a lifetime with a helicopter flight over Niagara Falls, offering breath-taking views of the falls and the surrounding region. Departing from Victoria Avenu...

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