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Best of Eastern Canada

Best of Eastern Canada

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Highlights

  • See thunderous displays of nature’s power at Niagara Falls on a Voyage to the Falls boat tour
  • Learn about Canada’s fascinating past at the Canadian Museum of History
  • Explore the French-influenced Quebec City Old Town on a guided tour
  • Informative tour of Montreal with a local guide
  • Visit Montmorency Falls along a suspension bridge

Eastern Canada offers all the charm and sophistication of Europe in a delightful setting much closer to home. Experience the natural beauty, history, and culture of Canada’s vast provinces of Ontario and Quebec City.

Arrive in Toronto, and travel to Niagara Falls for a leisurely day at one of the most famous waterfalls in the world.

Canada’s sophisticated riverside capital city of Ottawa is renowned for its Gothic monuments, world-class museums, and bountiful green spaces. Next, enjoy the European flair of Quebec City. It was one of North America’s earliest French settlements, and has maintained its mother country’s je ne sais quoi since the 1690s. Discover even more of the country’s past at the Canadian Museum of History.
Your journey ends in Montreal. The charming UNESCO City of Design dates back to the 17th century, and is the largest French speaking city outside of Europe.

Activity level

  • Relaxed
  • Easy Going
  • Moderate
  • Active
  • Very Active
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Active

To take full advantage of all that an active tour has to offer, you must be able to walk longer distances, be able to climb several flights of stairs (these may be steep and/or uneven) and feel confident navigating uneven terrain or cobblestone. Your itinerary could include significant changes in temperature and/or altitude, and may require extended travel days with additional morning and/or evening activities.
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Add-Ons

Best of Eastern Canada

CN Tower Visit & Dinner

Enjoy views of Toronto from the CN Tower
Best of Eastern Canada

Lunch at Skylon Tower

Enjoy lunch in the Revolving Dining Room

Tour Includes

1 Country

  • Canada

Sightseeing

  • Toronto
  • Niagara Falls
  • Kingston
  • Ottawa
  • Trois-Rivières
  • Quebec City
  • Montmorency Falls
  • Montreal

Hotel Accommodations

  • 8 Nights
  • Moderate hotels based on twin/double occupancy

Meals

  • 8 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner

Service

  • A professionally trained local tour director who is knowledgeable about the area will provide you with a wealth of information. Their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience.

Baggage Handling

  • To and from your hotel room throughout your tour for one piece of checked baggage per person.
Best of Eastern Canada Tour 2025
Tour Starts:

Toronto, Ontario

Tour Ends:

Montreal, Quebec

Best of Eastern Canada
Day 1
Arrive in Toronto

Today you will arrive in Toronto. Guests who have purchased their airline tickets through YMT will be greeted by a representative and transferred to their hotel.

Bonus: Sept 20 departure is during peak fall folliage.

Holiday Inn Expess Toronto Downtown or similar

Add-On: CN Tower & Dinner
Day 2
Niagara Falls Day trip

Enjoy a day trip to Niagara Falls. One of the most famous waterfalls in the world, Niagara Falls is actually a group of three waterfalls that straddle the border between Canada and the United States. You’ll hear the roar of Niagara before you see it. Visit the waterfall or wander through the town of Niagara Falls, the honeymoon capital of the world. Enjoy an included boat tour to the base of the Falls. You may want to join us for an optional lunch with 360° views of the Falls in Skylon Tower’s revolving dining room. (B)

Holiday Inn Expess Toronto Downtown or similar

Add-On: Optional lunch at Skylon Tower.
Day 3
Toronto and Kingston

This morning you will enjoy a panoramic city tour of Toronto. Take a scenic journey along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, then arrive in Kingston for lunch on your own. Canada’s first capital from 1841-1844, Kingston is home to Fort Henry, the Royal Military College of Canada, and many other historical landmarks. (B)

Hampton Inn Kingston or similar
Day 4
Ottawa

Canada’s sophisticated riverside capital city, Ottawa has a distinctively European flair thanks to its numerous Gothic monuments, world-class museums, and bountiful green spaces. Discover Ottawa on a panoramic city tour, where you will see the Canadian Mint, the Embassy District, and the stately Parliament Hill. This afternoon you will visit the Canadian History Museum. (B)

Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East or similar
Day 5
Trois-Rivières & Quebec City

Visit the Notre-Dame-du-Cap Sanctuary in Trois-Rivières. You’ll have the chance to tour the basilica and find out about the site’s 400-year history. Enjoy lunch on your own, then continue on to Quebec City. You are invited to join us for an optional Sugar Shack dinner for an additional fee. (B)

Plaza Quebec Hotel or similar

Add-On: Optional Sugar Shack dinner
Day 6
Quebec City Tour & Montmorency Falls

Start your day with a morning excursion to Montmorency Falls just outside of Quebec City. Montmorency is taller than Niagara Falls, which you will appreciate from the suspension bridge above the crest of the Falls. Next, tour Quebec City, one of North America’s first settlements. Quebec City was founded by French explorers in the early 17th century, and retains its Old World French feel. Old Quebec’s ramparts are Canada’s last remaining fortified city walls, with sections dating back to at least the 1690s. You will also see the Château Frontenac and the Plains of Abraham. (B)

Plaza Quebec Hotel or similar
Day 7
Montreal

Today you will enjoy a scenic drive from Quebec City to Montreal. This afternoon you will have time to explore modern Montreal on your own. Be sure to visit the inspirational Marie Reine du Monde church. You are invited to an optional awe-inspiring evening at the Notre-Dame Basilica Aura Show with dinner (for an additional fee). (B)

Microtel Inn & Suites Dorval or similar

Add-On: Notre-Dame Basilica Aura Sound & Light Show, & Dinner

Be transported by AURA and see a universe presented upon the Notre-Dame Basilica!
Day 8
Montreal

Your final full day in Montreal begins with a tour through the French-influenced heart of Montreal, with a chance for a panoramic view from the peak of Mount Royal. The second-largest French speaking city in the world is full of joie de vivre, history, and charm. See Old Montreal, which dates back to the 17th century. It is full of historical sites including the Place d’Armes, the Old Port, and Old Saint-Sulpice Seminary, as well as the towering Notre-Dame Basilica. The afternoon is yours to enjoy, which is easy in this cultural capital, and tonight’s festive farewell dinner is included. (B, D)

Microtel Inn & Suites Dorval or similar
Day 9
Depart for Home (B)

Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.

YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.

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FAQs

Can I arrange pre- or post-tour accommodations to extend my trip?

Unfortunately, additional nights are not available from YMT Vacations for this tour. Your YMT Sales Consultant will confirm the specific hotel related to your departure date, and you can then contact the hotel directly to arrange an extended stay.
Can this tour accommodate triples?

Yes, triples are permitted (depending on availability) in 2 beds.
I’m booking my own flights for this tour, what time should I arrive?

You should arrive in Toronto no later than 4pm.
Will I need any visas or travel permits for this tour?

No, none are required. However, guests must have a passport, which should be valid for at least 6 months after the end date of the tour.

Add-Ons

Make your vacation extra special by adding optional excursions to your tour. It’s a great opportunity to enhance your trip, these experiences slot seamlessly into your package, and we’ll take care of all the logistics for you. Remember that adding an optional experience might increase the overall activity level of the tour, so always keep that in mind when planning your trip.

CN Tower Visit & Dinner

Enjoy views of Toronto from the CN Tower, the center of telecommunications for Toronto. The CN Tower held the record of the tallest freestanding structure on land for over 30 years. After your visit to the observation, a 3 course dinner will follow at a local restaurant. You will start off with a salad and then have a choice of Flat Iron Steak, Roast Chicken Supreme, Salmon Filet or Mushroom Pappardelle (V), followed by dessert. Coffee, tea and soft drinks included * tip and gratuity is included. menu subject to change.

Inclusions

  • Visit to CN Tower
  • 3-course dinner at a popular local restaurant

Note: For 2025, this add-on is on arrival day, flight must arrive by 1pm to participate

Duration: Approx. 3.5 Hours (Evening)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $95 USD (2024) & $99 USD (2025)

Best of Eastern Canada
Lunch at Skylon Tower

Enjoy lunch at the Revolving Dining Room at the Skylon Tower, an observation tower that overlooks both the American Falls and the larger Horseshoe Falls from the Canadian side of the Niagara River.

Inclusions

  • Dinner at Revolving Dining Room – 775 feet above the falls. The dining room revolves 360-degrees once every hour
  • Lunch includes – NY Angus Striploin Steak, Breaded Breast of Chicken, Grilled Salmon Filet in Soy Lemon Butter, Vegetarian Eggplant Parmesan, Sautéed Zucchini Spiral. Adult entrees served with: French Baguette and Butter, Soup or Chef’s Salad with Italian Dressing, Roasted Potato and Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, Freshly Baked Vanilla Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce, Hot Coffee or Hot Tea. Menu is subject to change. Taxes and gratuities are included.

Duration: Approx. 2 Hours (Afternoon)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $59 USD (2024) & $63 USD (2025)

Best of Eastern Canada
Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre

This high-energy production features over 70 songs from all-Canadian artists including music from Paul Anka, Celine Dion, Shania Twain, the Bare Naked Ladies, Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber and many more. While you’re enjoying the show, our performers serve our famous, all-Canadian meal. At what other restaurant are you served your dinner by a singing Mountie?

Inclusions

  • Enjoy French-Canadian pea soup, salad, bread, mouthwatering fried haddock, roasted chicken,potatoes, vegetables, cake, hot tea & coffee. Diabetic, vegetarian, vegan, gluten, lactose and allergen-free option available with advance notice

Note: Show is on second floor, no elevators available

Duration: Approx. 2.5-3 Hours (Evening)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $89 USD (2024) & $95 (2025)

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Sugar Shack Dinner

Visit a traditional French- Canadian Sugar Shack. Sugar Shacks have been an integral part of the Eastern Canadian culture where sap is collected from sugar maple trees and boiled into maple syrup. Enjoy the “all you can eat” sweet offerings of this French-Canadian dinner with traditional live music and learn how syrup is made.

Inclusions

  • Listen to local, traditional French- Canadian music
  • French-Canadian specialty menu includes: Pea Soup, Pork Rinds, Maple Syrup, Homemade Fruit Ketchup and Bread, Baked Beans with Salted Pork, Pork Meat Pie, Maple Ham, Boiled Potatoes, Pancakes, Coffee, and Maple Tea. The meal is followed by maple taffy on snow. Menu is subject to change. Taxes and gratuities are included.

Duration: Approx. 4 Hours (Evening)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $69 USD (2024) & $79 USD (2025)
Notre-Dame Basilica Aura Sound & Light Show, & Dinner

Discover the rich heritage of the Notre-Dame Basilica’s heritage with the Aura Sound & Light Show. The experience begins with a path of lights, revealing the Basilica’s wealth of exquisite works. A progressive immersion into a sonically and visually captivating universe guides visitors to the heart of Notre-Dame. Then, light, orchestral music and grandiose architecture combine to create a unique, three-act multimedia spectacle. Explore the Basilica on you own after the show! Dinner will be included after the Basilica experience.

Inclusions

  • Notre-Dame Basilica Aura Sound & Light Show
  • Dinner at a local restaurant

Duration: Approx. 4 Hours (Evening)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $99 USD

Best of Eastern Canada

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