Eastern Canada Experience Guided Rail Tour

eastern canada experience premium small group tour

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Take the worry out of your travel and leave everything to us. Your trip begins when you arrive in Toronto and are transported to Niagara Falls, where you'll embark on the first leg of this outstanding 11-day guided "easy pace" small group tour, which will introduce you to all the hot spots in the heart of Canada. You'll marvel at Canada's natural beauty and rich history as you journey from Niagara Falls to Toronto, Ottawa and Quebec City, with a final stop in Montreal. In order to make this a truly unique tour, we have limited the group size to just 16 guests.

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Length:	11 days
Type:	Guided Rail Tour, Premium
Highlights:	Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec City, Montreal

DAY ONE: TORONTO - NIAGARA FALLS

Upon arrival in Toronto, you will be met at Toronto Pearson Airport by our driver for the shuttle bus transfer to Niagara Falls.
You'll stay overnight in Niagara Falls at the Marriott Gateway on the Falls, a deluxe four-star hotel located just 200 yards from the brink of Niagara Falls. You'll be in a Falls View room so you can enjoy the spectacular views from the comfort of your room.

DAY TWO: NIAGARA FALLS

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake and a boat ride on the famous Maid of the Mist. For the rest of the day, you can set your own schedule and explore the city on your own or just relax at the hotel and enjoy its amenities. If you want to venture out on your, own we recommend a visit to the Butterfly Conservatory, the Fallsview Casino Resort, or the IMAX Theatre for an adventure film where you will relive a lifetime of Niagara's sensational true stories.
You'll stay overnight again in Niagara Falls at the Marriott Gateway on the Falls.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY THREE: NIAGARA FALLS - TORONTO

In the morning, you're free to set your own schedule. You may want to enjoy breakfast while overlooking Niagara Falls. In the afternoon, you will be met at the hotel by our friendly driver for the transfer to Niagara Falls Train Station. Travel by train from Niagara Falls to Toronto (two hours). Upon arrival in Toronto, simply walk across the street to the historic Fairmont Royal York or take the underground PATH walkway right from Union Station.
You'll stay overnight in Toronto at The Fairmont Royal York. Located in the heart of the city, The Fairmont Royal York is a luxury hotel with opulent surroundings, a knowledgeable concierge team, fine dining, state-of-the-art exercise facilities, plus so much more.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY FOUR: TORONTO

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Toronto by bus. The tour provides complete flexibility to explore Toronto on your own terms. Your ticket allows you unlimited hop-on-hop-off privileges. The tour will take you past the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, The Distillery Historic District, Toronto's Harbourfront, the Eaton Centre, Bloor-Yorkville Village, Chinatown, the St. Lawrence Market, the Entertainment District and the Bata Shoe Museum. In the afternoon, you'll be amazed by the spectacular view from the top of the CN Tower.
You'll stay overnight in Toronto at The Fairmont Royal York.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY FIVE: TORONTO - OTTAWA

Travel by train from Toronto to Ottawa (four hours). Upon arrival in Ottawa, there is an included transfer to the hotel. You'll stay overnight in Ottawa at the Lord Elgin Hotel located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The landmark hotel is one of Ottawa's finest, offering superior service, elegant furnishings and upscale amenities.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY SIX: OTTAWA

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Ottawa. Highlights include Parliament Hill, where visitors are guided through public galleries, to the Senate and House of Commons (when not in session), and to the top of the Peace Tower, where an observation deck provides the most dramatic 360-degree view of the capital and the ByWard Market, one of Canada's oldest and largest public markets, where farmers and craft merchants from across the Capital Region gather to sell their wares daily. It is a favored shopping district not only for fresh produce, but also for a wide range of fashion, décor, and specialty shops. You will also visit Rideau Hall, located across the street from 24 Sussex Drive, home of Canada's Prime Minister. It's the official residence and workplace of the Governor General of Canada and is an impressive mansion surrounded by fabulous heritage gardens. In the afternoon, admission is included for the National Gallery of Canada, one of the world's premier art museums.
You'll stay overnight again in Ottawa at the Lord Elgin Hotel.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY SEVEN: OTTAWA - QUEBEC CITY

This morning, we will meet at the hotel for the transfer to Ottawa Train Station. Depart Ottawa at 9:55 am and arrive in Quebec City at 4:10 pm following a quick change of trains in Montreal. Upon arrival in Quebec City, there is an included transfer to the hotel.
You'll stay overnight in Quebec City at Hotel Manoir Victoria, situated in the heart of historic, culturally vibrant and romantic Old Quebec. This unique European-style hotel extends a warm and friendly welcome with an inviting décor and spectacular surroundings that have been delighting visitors for centuries.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY EIGHT: QUEBEC CITY

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Quebec City by bus. On the tour, you will experience the European charm of the first French settlement in North America. This is your chance to learn about history first-hand: The Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the Chateau Frontenac, the National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale and the Citadel.
In the afternoon, explore Quebec City on your own. We recommend consulting the VivaCité Trail map for an extensive list of places of interest and activities and routes to the destinations.
You'll stay overnight again in Quebec City at Hotel Manoir Victoria.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY NINE: QUEBEC CITY - MONTREAL

This morning, enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Quebec City. At noon, we will meet at the hotel for the transfer to Quebec City Train Station. Travel by train from Quebec City to Montreal (three hours). Upon arrival in Montreal, you will be transferred to your hotel.
You'll stay overnight in Montreal at the InterContinental Montreal located above the Montreal World Trade Centre between Old Montreal and the business district.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY TEN: MONTREAL

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Montreal by bus, taking in many points of interest, including Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory, Olympic Stadium (exterior), McGill University, and an observation point on top of Mt. Royal that has a panoramic view. The tour also passes through Old Montreal, the French Quarter, residential areas and the financial district.
In the afternoon, enjoy some leisure time in Montreal. We recommend a stroll down Sainte-Catherine Street, the heart of the city and home to many of Montreal's prominent department stores, outstanding restaurants and cafes; or a visit to the Musée D`Art Contemporain de Montreal, a contemporary art museum in the Place des Arts complex with a collection that includes over 7,000 works of art by more than 1,500 artists. Also consider a stop at the world famous Schwartz`s Delicatessen on Saint Laurent Boulevard, home of the original Montreal smoked meat sandwich.
You'll stay overnight again in Montreal at the InterContinental Montreal.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

DAY ELEVEN: MONTREAL

Today, you will receive a private transfer from the hotel to Montreal Trudeau Airport.
Meal: Hot Breakfast

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

Full-time Tour Manager
Guided tour of Toronto
Guided tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake
Maid of the Mist boat ride
National Gallery of Canada
CN Tower
Guided tour of Ottawa
Guided tour of Quebec City
Guided tour of Montreal

INCLUDED PREMIUM SERVICES

Maximum group size of 16 guests
Airport transfers
Superior downtown hotels
Transportation by train
10 nights hotel

MEALS

10 full breakfasts

HOTELS

All hotels are centrally located, four star hotels.

What is a guided tour?

A guided tour combines the best of guided sightseeing with ample free time to take your own path, so you can truly appreciate what each destination has to offer. You'll enjoy longer stays with at least two nights in each city and take advantage of later starts on traveling days.

How physically fit do I need to be?

On our guided tours, you need to be able to carry/roll your luggage on and off the trains/buses. You also need to be comfortable exploring the cities on your own during the at leisure days.

Is this tour right for me?

Guided tours are ideal for travelers who value their independence but also want the comfort of having a dedicated tour manager to provide recommendations and assist with any problems.

2013 TOUR DATES	TOUR PRICE
July 25-August 4, 2013	$3,049.00 per person plus federal tax of $161.76 per person (includes tax rebate for non-residents)
August 22-September 1, 2013	$3,049.00 per person plus federal tax of $161.76 per person (includes tax rebate for non-residents)
September 19-29, 2013	$3,049.00 per person plus federal tax of $161.76 per person (includes tax rebate for non-residents)