Niagara Falls & French Canada
Grab your beret and experience French Canada! Begin in Montréal with sightseeing that includes Notre Dame Basilica and Old Montréal, then travel by rail to Québec City, Canada's only walled city. Explore cobblestone streets and four-centuries-old buildings that will make you feel like you've stepped back in time to Old ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Montreal, Canada; Ottawa, Canada; Quebec, Canada; Toronto, Canada
- Trip Length:
- 8 days
- Price Range:
- From $2000 to $3000 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- June, July, August, September
- Recommended for:
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Infants (under 2)
Children (2 - 5)
Children (6 - 8)
Children (9 - 11)
Children (12 - 14)
Children (15 - 17)
Adults (18 - 20)
Adults (25 - 29)
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
Grab your beret and experience French Canada! Begin in Montréal with sightseeing that includes Notre Dame Basilica and Old Montréal, then travel by rail to Québec City, Canada's only walled city. Explore cobblestone streets and four-centuries-old buildings that will make you feel like you've stepped back in time to Old France! Visit the Basilica of Sainte-Anne de Beaupré pilgrimage site and tour a sugar shack to learn the art of making maple syrup. Next, journey along the St. Lawrence River and into the province of Ontario. In Ottawa, Canada's capital, city sightseeing highlights Parliament Hill, Embassy Row, and the Rideau Canal, then enjoy a scenic cruise through St. Lawrence Islands National Park and a stop at the historic town of Kingston, Canada's first capital. See the sights in Toronto before taking a scenic cruise to the base of thundering Niagara Falls. Return to Toronto for a festive dinner atop the world-famous CN Tower, the perfect ending to an exciting adventure! Niagara Falls (ON) Travel Guide and Trip Planner
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Montreal
Arrive in Montréal.
Relaxation
Welcome to Montréal. This evening, enjoy a Welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director. (WR).
Day 2 - Quebec
Montréal–VIA Rail®–Québec City.
Sightseeing
This morning, enjoy Montréal’s unique combination of French charm and North American lifestyle. See the NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the cobbled streets of Old Montréal, and Mount Royal for a beautiful view of the city.
Train
This afternoon, travel in style through the province of Québec onboard VIA RAIL. When you see the stone walls of Québec City, you’ll feel as though you are stepping back in time to Old France.
Hotel
This evening, enjoy breathtaking views from your hotel as you settle in for a relaxing 2-night stay at the Loews Le Concorde Hotel.
Tonight, savor fine French cuisine at a charming restaurant in the Old City. (B,D)
Day 3 - Quebec
Sightseeing
This morning, explore Canada’s only walled city with its winding cobblestone streets, quaint restaurants, and boutiques housed in building more than 400 years old. Later, take an included excursion to the BASILICA OF SAINTE-ANNEDE-BEAUPRE, revered by pilgrims since 1888.
This evening, dinner is on your own, allowing you to sample one of the city’s many fabulous restaurants. (B)
Day 4 - Ottawa
Quebec City–Ottawa.
Sightseeing
Before leaving Quebec we’ll stop at a SUGAR SHACK where you’ll enjoy a guided tour, learn the art of making maple syrup, and enjoy a traditional sugar shack breakfast. See charming villages along the St. Lawrence River as we leave French Canada and journey into the province of Ontario. A late-afternoon arrival in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city. Enjoy a city TOUR that highlights Parliament Hill, Embassy Row, the Rideau Canal, and the Byward Market.
This evening, enjoy dinner at Le Café overlooking the famous Rideau Canal. (B,D)
Day 5 - Ottawa
Sightseeing
A GLOBUS PLATINUM EXCLUSIVE, today you select how you wish to spend your day. Choose from a lock tour and CR UISE along the scenic Rideau Canal or hop aboard one of Canada’s oldest STEAM TRAINS and enjoy an excursion to the picturesque village of Wakefield.
Relaxation
The remainder of the day and evening are at leisure to explore this vibrant city. (B)
Day 6 - Toronto
Ottawa–St. Lawrence Islands National Park–Toronto.
National Parks
This morning, enjoy a scenic CRUISE through St. Lawrence Islands National Park. Sit back and relax as you tour the world-famous 1000 Islands.
Sightseeing
Our next stop is the historic town of Kingston, Canada’s first capital. We continue to Toronto for an orientation tour of the city’s major landmarks. (B,D)
Day 7 - Toronto
Niagara Falls Excursion.
Sightseeing
This morning, drive west to Niagara Falls on the U.S./ Canadian border. Board the Maid of the Mist for a scenic CRUISE to the base of the thundering waterfall.
This evening, enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner high in the sky at the world’s tallest tower, the CN TOWER . (B,D)
Day 8 - Toronto
After breakfast, bid farewell to your newfound friends as your vacation comes to an end with an included transfer to the airport. (B)
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