Vacation Zone Quebec-Cruise Essential East Canada

East Canada tour 

7 Nights / 8 days tour 

 01 May to 31 October 2025

Places Visited: Toronto, Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Montreal & Quebec City

  • Welcome to Toronto. Upon your arrival and after you’ve retrieved your luggage, please make your way to the transfer desk. Here, you’ll find arrangements for your motorcoach transfer to the beautiful town of Toronto. This journey promises scenic views and a comfortable ride, allowing you to relax and take in the stunning Canadian landscape. Enjoy your trip!
     

    Overnight in Toronto

    • Explore award-winning winery in Niagara’s wine country.
    • Opt for Hornblower Cruise or Skylon Tower views.
    • Enjoy 3 hours at Niagara Falls – lunch, sightseeing, shopping.
    Wake up to adventure with our 8 AM departure! Traverse Niagara’s picturesque wine country, where an award-winning winery beckons with a delightful Wine Tasting. Choose the exhilarating Hornblower Cruise (May-Nov) or the stunning Skylon Tower views (Dec-Apr). Capture the essence of time at Niagara Parks Floral Clock and the majestic Whirlpool Rapids & Niagara Gorge. Enjoy three hours at Niagara Falls – indulge in a leisurely lunch, sightseeing, and guilt-free shopping. Our commitment to Flexibility, Authentic Experiences, and Personalization ensures a day perfectly tailored to your desires. Plus, champion sustainable travel and support local economies with us. Act now, and let’s craft YOUR Niagara story!
     
    Overnight at Toronto, ON
    • Toronto adventure, your canvas – explore at your own pace!
    • CN Tower’s breathtaking views or opt for a guided city tour.
    • Dive into marine wonders, history, and harbor views.
    Unleash the magic of Toronto with a day of limitless possibilities! Explore at your pace or dive into the city’s heart with our optional tours, including a captivating City of Toronto coach tour. Opt for the iconic CN Tower, standing tall at 553 meters, boasting jaw-dropping views. Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders at Ripley’s Aquarium, home to 20,000 marine marvels. Feel the pulse of history at the Royal Ontario Museum, a treasure trove of six million captivating artifacts. And don’t miss the Toronto Harbor Cruise for unparalleled views of the city’s landmarks. Your day, your choices – make Toronto yours!
     
    Overnight at Toronto, ON
    • Arrive downtown Ottawa at 4:45 PM for relaxation.
    • Explore illuminated Parliament Hill, dine in Byward Market.

    Bid farewell to your hotel and chart your course to Toronto’s Union Rail Station. The adventure begins as you board the VIA Rail train at 12:15 PM, whisking you away on a 4 ½-hour journey to downtown Ottawa. Arrive at 4:45 PM and navigate to your hotel for a touch of relaxation.

    As evening falls, immerse yourself in the enchantment of Parliament Hill illuminated by night. Elevate your experience with a delightful dinner at one of the charming patio restaurants in Ottawa’s vibrant Byward Market. Your journey, your rhythm – let the magic unfold.

    Overnight at Ottawa, ON

    • Immerse in Ottawa’s essence, from Parliament Hill to Byward Market.
    • Opt for flexibility with the Ottawa Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour.

    Before your journey, pack up and check out, marking the start of a captivating 2-hour Historical Highlights Walking Tour. Dive into Ottawa’s pulse, from Parliament Hill to The Byward Market. Opt for flexibility with the Ottawa Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour. As the sun sets, transfer to Ottawa Downtown VIA Rail station. Your 4 PM train to Montreal ensures you arrive at 6 PM. Navigate to your downtown Montreal retreat, a seamless transition from history to modernity. Your adventure, your choices – let Ottawa and Montreal unfold.

    Overnight at Montreal, QC

    • Historic Stroll: Explore Old Montreal’s rich heritage on a 3-hour guided walking tour.
    • East Discovery: Uncover hidden gems, Notre-Dame Basilica, and vibrant Bonsecours Market.
    • West Odyssey: Venture into 19th-century dynamism—Pointe-à-Callière awaits your discovery.

    Our expert guide will take you on a 3-hours walking tour of the main historical sites of Old Montreal. Walk the charming, cobbled streets and winding alleys of the historic district which reveals all its rich heritage.

    Old Montreal East – Visit the unmissable historic sites of Old Montreal and discover some of its hidden treasures along the way. See among others: the exterior of the Notre-Dame Basilica, Cours le Royer, rue St-Paul, Place Jacques-Cartier, the Town Hall, the Champ de Mars, rue Bonsecours and its famous chapel, end near Bonsecours market.

    Old Montreal West – Get off the beaten path with this guided tour of Old Montreal. Immerse yourself in the economic effervescence of Montreal in the 19th century and witness the current dynamism of the metropolis. See among others: the exterior of the Notre-Dame Basilica, Place d’Armes, St- Jacques Street and its banks, McGill Street, Place d’Youville and Place Royale, end near the Pointe- à-Callière Museum.

    This tour can be substituted with Heart of Montreal Coach Tour or Montreal Hop on Hop Off Bus Tor at no additional cost.

    Clients also have the choice of opting for Montreal Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour or Heart of Montreal Tour in place of Old Montreal Walking Tour.

    Overnight at Montreal, QC

    • Quebec Heritage: Explore UNESCO-listed Old Quebec and Place Royale.
    • Natural Splendor: Witness the awe-inspiring Montmorency Falls, higher than Niagara!
    • Scenic Journey: Relax on a picturesque trip back to vibrant Montreal.

    This morning, we set out on a tour to Quebec City, the historic heart of French Canada and the surrounding region. Your tour coach will visit Québec City’s top attractions, including the UNESCO- listed Old Québec, Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. Post the tour of Quebec City, the coach will depart the city, venturing into the scenic countryside for a visit to Montmorency Falls. Sitting about 9 miles northeast of Old Québec along the St. Lawrence River, the waterfalls are 83 m (272′) tall, a full 30 m (99′) higher than Niagara Falls.

    Later this afternoon, depart on your trip back to Montreal.

    Overnight at Montreal, QC

    Today is the end of your Essential Eastern Canada Tour. Check out of hotel is posted for 11 AM.

Inclusions (+)

 
  • 7 Nights’ accommodations.
  • Toronto – Full day tour to Niagara Falls including admissions to Hornblower Cruise
  • VIA Rail Tickets – Toronto Union to Ottawa Downtown.
  • VIA Rail Tickets – Ottawa Downtown to Montreal Central.
  • Ottawa – 2-hour Historical Highlights Walking Tour. 
  • Montreal – Old Montreal Walking Tour. 
  • Montreal – Full day tour to Quebec City & Montmorency Falls.
  • Resort fees, Taxes & HST.

Exclusions (-):

  • Airfare.  Offered as a supplement on request.
  • Arrival and departure transfers.
  • Breakfast and other meals unless listed under inclusions.
  • Porterage at hotels. 
  • Bottled Water in hotel rooms.
  • Visa and Documentation Fees.
  • Telephone calls, Laundry, and other expenses.
  • Any personal expenses.
  • Resort Fees if applicable.
  • Gratuities for Tour Guides & Drivers (expected).