The Eastern Escapade Self-Drive (Tour code: 11626)

Travel along the shores of Lake Ontario, and through the orchards and vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula, arriving at Niagara-on-the-Lake - the first capital of Upper Canada and one of the best-preserved 19th Century towns in North America. Continue along the Niagara Parkway heading towards Niagara Falls, one of the world’s natural wonders. We have included the Niagara Falls Adventure Pass. This pass offers you admission to many of Niagara Falls most popular attractions while avoiding long wait times.

Overnight stay in Niagara Falls at Hilton Fallsview

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Today, travel east into the magnificent Muskoka Country with sparkling clean lakes shimmering under brilliant blue skies. This area has long been a favourite for the people of Southern Ontario for vacations and weekend getaways to the cottage by the lake.

Overnight stay in Huntsville at Deerhurst Resort

Algonquin Park | Credit: Destination Ontario

Warm weather activities and amenities are yours to enjoy today. Rent a canoe and spend some time by one of the lakes in the area, or perhaps golf is more to your taste - there are dozens of courses in the area.

Overnight stay in Huntsville at Deerhurst Resort

Algonquin Park

In the morning enjoy the park before departing for the nation’s capital, Ottawa. 

Overnight stay in Ottawa at Lord Elgin Hotel

Ottawa Parliament House

Today, you can personalise your day by choosing one of the below freedom of choice activities.

Overnight stay in Ottawa at Lord Elgin Hotel

Freedom of Choice Options

• Ottawa River Cruise:

  The cruise offers a spectacular view of the city and allows you to see the river as it was used long ago: as a highway to transport resources. You will also see the natural beauty of the region that captured the imagination of the first European explorer Samuel de Champlain.
   

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• Ottawa Express Bike Tour:

  Join this leisurely relaxed bike tour of Ottawa which is about 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) and explores many of downtown Ottawa’s major attractions on its beautiful and safe bicycle paths.
   

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• Discover the Capital City Hop On Off Tour:

  Experience Ottawa’s original and most comprehensive Hop-on-Hop-off City Tour aboard one of our London-Style open top Double Deckers or turn of the century Trolleys.
   

Ottawa Locks

Today, head north east to the jewel of the Laurentians, Mont Tremblant, a European-style all season resort village. Should you have missed the wildlife in the Algonquin Park, we encourage you to visit the Omega Park in Montebello (on the way to Mont Tremblant) which features endemic wildlife, or join a black bear observation tour in the Kenauk Reserve (not included), also nearby Montebello. Take some time to enjoy local activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, or a helicopter tour. This four-season resort has much to offer the traveller, including a number of spas if you care to indulge.

Overnight stay in Mont Tremblant at Fairmont Tremblant

Mont Tremblant

Enjoy the pleasant scenery as you travel from Mont Tremblant to historic Trois Rivieres for a lunch stop and drive along the Chemin du Roy road to Quebec City.

Overnight stay in Quebec City at Hotel Manoir Victoria

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Today, you can personalise your day by choosing one of the below freedom of choice activities.

Overnight stay in Quebec City at Hotel Manoir Victoria

Freedom of Choice Options

• Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour:

  This is your chance to visit history firsthand. The Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Ramparts, world famous Château Frontenac, National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale, Citadelle and a glimpse of modern Quebec City are the perfect introduction to the city.
   

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• A Fabulous Country Tour:

  Travel back in time to rural Quebec along the Chemin du Roy to SainteAnne-de-Beaupré. Here you will be given time to see the world-famous Shrine and Montmorency Falls before visiting the Island of Orléans. Discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1535, the picturesque village of Sainte-Pétronille has a 19th century rural atmosphere waiting to be rediscovered.
   

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• Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City:

  Throughout the years, the food of Quebec has been influenced by Amerindian, British and French cuisines. Treat yourself to a behind-the-scenes experience of Quebec City, discovering its gastronomy and culinary history by taking part in five exclusive tasting presentations.
   

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Following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city suburbs to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Montreal. In Drummondville you may wish to visit the village Quebecois d’Antan (a faithful reconstruction of a French colonial village).

Overnight stay in Montreal at Le Germain Hotel

Montreal | Credit: Eva Blue Tourisme Montréal

Montreal is a vibrant city known for its rich history, lively arts scene, and European charm. Today, you can personalise your day by choosing one of the below freedom of choice activities.

Overnight stay in Montreal at Le Germain Hotel

Freedom of Choice Options

• Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour:

  Enjoy a fully guided driving tour to all the “must-see” areas of Montréal such as Mont Royal, Old Montréal, and the city’s picturesque riverfront. Highlights of the tour include a visit to the Notre-Dame Basillica, taking in the 360-degree views from the Observatoire Place Ville Marie, and a scenic river cruise along the beautiful St. Lawrence River.

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• Walking Tour of Old Montreal:

  Explore the winding cobblestone streets of Old Montréal on a guided walking tour. Travel back in time to Fort Ville-Marie in 1642, to today’s modern city and find out more about all the eras that shaped Montréal.

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• Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour:

  The city’s best food tour takes you to at least 6 of your local guide’s favourite eateries and watering holes. From artisanal charcuteries to thirst quenching craft beers, discover the surrounding areas of JeanTalon, our largest food market on our walking tour!
   

Montreal Basilica

Travel south to the city of Kingston or Gananoque. On the way enjoy a visit to Upper Canada Village (included), located in Morrisburg, an 1860s reconstructed village. You’ll meet loads of friendly folks from the past as you visit over 40 heritage buildings including mills, trades shops, farms, churches, homes, factories and even a one-room schoolhouse. Affectionately known as ‘limestone’, Kingston is a city noted for its handsome 19th century limestone architecture. Once the capital of Canada (1841 to 1843), Kingston is located at the point where Lake Ontario flows into the St. Lawrence River, and at the southern end of the Rideau Canal. Visit the Kingston Mills Lock station, which is the southern entrance to the Rideau Canal System, where visitors can view the four locks raising boats fourteen metres. This afternoon we have included an hour cruise of the Thousand Islands.

Overnight stay in Kingston or Gananoque

Gananoque

Take the time to visit Fort Henry National Historic Site (admission not included) near Kingston. The flash of scarlet uniforms, the beating of the drums and the sudden crack of musket fire echoing off the limestone battlements send visitors reeling back in time. A living museum of military life, Fort Henry was built between 1832 and 1834 to repel an American invasion that never came. The fort, once the largest military establishment in Upper Canada, now offers visitors a glimpse of the soldier’s life of those days, through guided tours, soldier’s parades and drills. The highlight and most colourful feature is the internationally renowned Fort Henry Guard: a precision trained unit of Canadian university students performing daily 19th century infantry drills. Stop in the city of Peterborough, which boasts the worlds highest lift locks, literally lifting pleasure crafts, along with the water they float in, 20 metres straight up. Visit the Peterborough Lift Lock Visitor Centre (admission not included), and view the world’s highest hydraulic lift lock, and slides and films about the Trent-Severn Waterway. You will also see a working model, and experience the sights and sounds of Lift Lock construction at the turn-of-the-century. This afternoon, your Eastern Canada Road Trip comes to an end in Toronto upon dropping off your rental car.

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