Anne's Journeys - Eastern Canadian Cultures & Rail
8 nights - Toronto - Montreal - Quebec
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Day 1: Toronto
Arrive in Toronto. Airport transfer to hotel
1 night accommodation in Toronto
Day 2 : Toronto
Hop On/Hop Off City Tour By Coach
Experience
Toronto's original and most comprehensive fully narrated Hop-on Hop-off
City Tour aboard a London-style Double Decker or Turn of the Century
Trolley. Hop on at any of over 20 stops located throughout the city,
including the CN Tower, Skydome, Toronto Harbourfront, Casa Loma, The
Eaton Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame and Yorkville. Your ticket is valid
for two days, which allows you to tour at your own pace. The City Tour
runs a continuous circle daily from 9:00am until 4:00pm, with most
stops located at or near all major Hotels in the downtown area.
CN Tower 360 Restaurant Lunch Experience at 12:30pm
Benefit
from the elevation pass included in this experience, and enjoy a 3
course lunch including taxes, gratuities and the elevation fee , at the
360 Restaurant acclaimed for its exquisite cuisine, service and
selection of over 400 International and Canadian wines.
Take in
the panoramic views of the city as the restaurant revolves
approximately every 70 minutes. Choose one appetizer, one main course
and the dessert of the day.
Casa Loma
This
renowned landmark (former home of Canadian financier and military
officer, Sir Henry Pellatt) features unique architecture, soaring
ceilings, rich wood carving, sumptuous marble and luminous stained
glass. You can explore secret passages, climb twisting towers, and
traverse an 800-foot tunnel to luxurious stables. Five acres of
beautiful estate gardens surround the castle and are in bloom May
through October. Self-guided audio tours are provided in eight
languages. A DRUXY’S Famous Deli, Gift Shop and parking are located on
site.
1 night accommodation in Toronto
Day 3: Niagara Falls Day Trip
Niagara Falls Day Trip By Coach
This
breathtaking full-day tour will take you through the orchard-laden
Niagara Peninsula to Niagara Falls. Upon arriving at Niagara Falls
you'll enjoy a buffet lunch overlooking the Falls. Then it's off to the
Maid of the Mist for an exhilarating boat ride to the base of the
majestic Horseshoe Falls (IMAX Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is
substituted when the Maid of the Mist boat is not operating). In the
afternoon, there will be ample time for souvenir shopping at the Table
Rock Complex. You will also stop at the observation deck of the
whirlpool rapids and visit the Floral Clock.
On the return journey
you'll discover the picturesque and historic town of
Niagara-on-the-Lake, visiting a local country Market and touring a
winery.
1 night accommodation in Toronto
Day 4: Toronto - Ottawa
VIA Rail , Comfort Class
(Departs several times daily - please enquire regarding schedule)
National Art Gallery of Canada (Permanent Collection)
The
National Gallery of Canada is located in one of the most spectacular
sites in Ottawa - along Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market, overlooking
the Ottawa River and the Parliament Buildings. Its award-winning
architecture, featuring the luminous Great Hall, spacious galleries,
and interior gardens and courtyards, is in itself worth the visit.
Discover the Capital and Cruise Tour
This
tour combines the best of bus and boat sightseeing, and is the only way
to tour both Hull and Ottawa , combined with a one-and-a-half hour
Ottawa River Cruise on the historic Ottawa River aboard the Sea Prince
II.
1 night accommodation in Ottawa
Day 5: Ottawa - Montreal
VIA Rail , Comfort Class
1 night accommodation in Montreal
Day 6: Montreal
Greater Montreal Guided Tram Tour
A
complete tour of the City, taking in over 200 points of interest,
including a photo stop at the Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory
, residential and financial districts, Old Montreal, French Quarter,
outside view of Olympic Site, McGill University and a panoramic view
from an observation point on top of Mt. Royal. Discover Montreal
through hundreds of places of interest with an uninterrupted commentary
of a friendly, knowledgeable, licenced & bilingual guide.
Tour Duration: 3 hours
1 night accommodation in Montreal
Day 7: Montreal - Quebec
VIA Rail , Comfort Class
Restaurant La Cremaillere - 4 Course Dinner
Perfectly
located in the heart of Old Quebec City, this award winnng restautrant
serves its finest cuisine in an elegant historic house. La Cremaillere
is recognised amongst some of the finest restaurants in the country.
The sumptuous 4 course meal includes: Appetizers, soup, main course,
dessert, coffee & Tea.
1 night accommodation in Quebec
Day 8: Quebec
The Grand Walking Tour
The
Grand Tour is designed for those who spend a few hours or days in
Quebec City. It covers the major sights of the Old Town in a downhill
fashion and does so at a leisurely pace. Our professional guides make
sure that you gain a good understanding of the history and the
everyday-life of this World Heritage Site that is Old Quebec City.
Activities, museums, nightlife and so on are also discussed for you to
take full advantage of your stay.
Discovery Cruise
Discover
the bucolic charm of Île d'Orleans. Admire the Montmorency Falls, the
highest waterfall in Eastern Canada. View the port installations on
both shores of the St. Lawrence and cruise beneath the prestigious
Château Frontenac, perched atop Cap Diamant, with the majestic
Laurentian Mountains in the background.
Follow in the wake of a
legendary explorer and discover for yourself the attractions of Old
Québec and the surrounding countryside from aboard the Louis Jolliet.
1 night accommodation in Quebec
Day 9
Package Ends
COST:
from NZ$2499 per person, double occupancy.
For bookings and full conditions of the package please contact Anne.
CONDITIONS:
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Package is based on promotional pricing which is subject to change.
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Prices are quoted in NZD per person share twin/double based on leadin standard hotel rooms, in superior hotels, and subject to currency fluctuations.
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Other hotel room grades can be quoted on request.
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Hotel taxes are subject to change.
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