This tour is designed for travelers who want to see several major Eastern Canada destinations in a short time. Two nights of hotel accommodation and two complimentary breakfasts are included.
Explore Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and the Thousand Islands on this 3-day guided tour from Toronto. See Parliament Hill, the Canadian War Museum, Old Quebec and other major landmarks. In fall, visit Mont-Tremblant and ride the Panoramic Gondola during the foliage season. In winter, visit the Hôtel de Glace when available. During the warmer season, enjoy a Thousand Islands boat cruise along the St. Lawrence River.
*The itinerary sequence above is for reference only and may be adjusted depending on the departure date, weather, traffic, and other operational conditions.
Admire the impressive exterior of Parliament Hill, enjoy views of the scenic Ottawa River, and visit the solemn National War Memorial. You will also see the iconic Peace Tower, one of Ottawa’s most recognizable symbols.
Duration: 30 minutes
Continue to the Canadian War Museum, one of the world’s leading museums dedicated to military history. Learn about the realities and lasting impact of war through powerful exhibits, personal stories, and historical artifacts. The museum’s extensive collection includes military vehicles and equipment such as a United Nations armoured vehicle, Tiger and Leopard tanks, and other notable wartime machinery.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit the Canadian Museum of History, one of Canada’s most important cultural institutions. Explore engaging exhibitions that bring the country’s past to life, from the traditions and achievements of Indigenous peoples to the experiences of settlers, communities, and generations who helped shape modern Canada. Through historical artifacts, reconstructed settings, multimedia displays, and personal stories, you will gain a deeper understanding of Canada’s diverse cultures, national identity, and social development.
Duration: 1 hour
(Summer & Winter season only)Start your morning sightseeing with Mount Royal where the city is named after. You will then visit the famous St. Joseph’s Oratory, regarded as the largest church in Canada.
Duration: 45 minutes
(Summer & Winter season only)Visit the Montreal Botanical Garden, recognized as one of the world’s most important botanical gardens. Covering 75 hectares, it features approximately 22,000 plant species and cultivars, exhibition greenhouses, and more than 20 themed gardens. With its peaceful landscapes, diverse plant collections, and beautiful seasonal displays, it is an ideal place to enjoy fresh air and natural scenery.
Duration: 1 hour
(Summer & Winter season only)Visit the Montréal Biodôme, part of Espace for Life, Canada’s largest natural science museum complex. Walk through realistic recreations of five ecosystems of the Americas: the Tropical Rainforest, Laurentian Maple Forest, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Labrador Coast, and Sub-Antarctic Islands. Discover diverse plants and animals in immersive habitats designed to reflect their natural environments.
Duration: 1 hour
(Summer season only)View the Montreal Tower from outside, an iconic landmark built as part of the Olympic Stadium complex for the 1976 Summer Olympics. Rising approximately 165 metres and leaning at a dramatic 45-degree angle, it is recognized as the world’s tallest inclined tower. Its striking design makes it one of Montreal’s most distinctive architectural landmarks.
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(Summer & Winter season only)Traveling through the picturesque Quebec countryside toward Quebec City. Along the way, visit a traditional maple sugar shack in the Three Rivers region. Quebec is one of Canada’s major maple syrup-producing areas, and during maple season, sugar shacks are used to collect maple sap and create a variety of traditional maple products. If the meal plan is selected, enjoy a traditional-style lunch at the maple farm in a warm and lively atmosphere. If the maple farm is closed, lunch will be arranged at another restaurant. Depending on availability, you may also have the opportunity to sample freshly made maple taffy free of charge.
Duration: 1 hour
(Fall Foliage season only)Travel to Mont-Tremblant Resort, often called the “Banff of the East” and renowned for its spectacular autumn colours. Set between the mountains and Lake Tremblant, the vibrant European-style village offers a peaceful, picture-perfect setting. Take the Panoramic Gondola toward the 3,300-foot summit. Begin with an open-air ride to the mid-mountain area, where you can admire the village’s colourful rooftops. Then, transfer to an enclosed gondola and continue through lush forests, enjoying sweeping views of Lake Tremblant, surrounding valleys, distant mountains, and the beautiful Laurentian landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
(All season available)Travel to historic Quebec City, home to North America’s best-preserved fortified old town. Explore its French-inspired streets and admire landmarks such as the grand Château Frontenac, historic churches, the Quebec Parliament Building, horse-drawn carriages, and local street artists. The old city, the St. Lawrence River, and colourful autumn foliage create a picturesque European-style setting. Enjoy dinner at a French-style restaurant at your own expense, then transfer to the hotel in Quebec City for an overnight stay.
Duration: 2 hours
(Winter season only)Visit the Hôtel de Glace, Quebec’s spectacular winter attraction, visits scheduled before mid-January and after mid-March. Built using approximately 15,000 tonnes of snow and 500 tonnes of ice, the hotel is reconstructed each winter with a completely new design, creating a remarkable frozen world of rooms, sculptures, and architectural details. When the Ice Hotel is closed or unavailable, the visit will be replaced by the Observatoire de la Capitale, where guests can enjoy panoramic views of Quebec City and the surrounding landscape
Duration: 1 hour
(Summer season & Fall Foliage only) Visit the scenic Thousand Islands region, one of Canada’s great natural attractions. From approximately late April to October, board a sightseeing cruise through this breathtaking archipelago and admire lush islands, charming waterfront homes, Heart Island, the world’s shortest international bridge, and other landmarks along the Canada–United States border. Learn about the area’s history and local stories before continuing to Toronto, arriving in the early evening.
Duration: 1 hour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.