Eastern Explorer Mini Tour: Toronto Departure - 2025
Eastern Explorer Mini Tour: Toronto Departure - 2025
9 Days Starting and ending in Toronto, Canada
Visiting: Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Algonquin Provincial Park, Niagara Falls, Toronto
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1796
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 5
Age range:
15-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the Eastern Explorer Mini Tour: Toronto Departure - 2025 and experience the best of Eastern Canada. This 8-night adventure includes first-class hotel accommodations, daily breakfasts, and a lunch. Travel in comfort aboard a modern tour coach with a professional Tour Director and experienced driver. Highlights include a Thousand Islands boat cruise, sightseeing tours in Montreal, Quebec City, and Ottawa, an excursion to Algonquin Provincial Park, and a visit to Niagara Falls with a thrilling Hornblower Niagara Cruise and a ride to the top of the Skylon Tower. Enjoy the perfect blend of guided tours and leisure time to explore at your own pace.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Toronto To Montreal
Location: Montreal
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotel by Marriott, Montreal, or similar
Departing early, we enjoy a pleasant drive east (passengers are required to check in with the Tour Director at the Chelsea Hotel by 7:00 a.m.. The coach will depart from the hotel for Montreal at 8:00 a.m.). Following the north shore of Lake Ontario, pass endless miles of rolling farmland. Your first destination is the beautiful Thousand Islands resort region, where you'll embark upon a relaxing cruise. After taking in the sights and sounds of this river playground, re-board the tour coach for the drive to Montreal. Overnight in Montreal.
Day 2 : Montreal
Location: Montreal
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotel by Marriott, Montreal, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, we will tour the second-largest French-speaking city in the world. The dynamic city of Montreal encapsulates the two founding cultures of Canada and boasts a curious blend of history and modernity. Touring the downtown area we view the Olympic Complex, charming Old Montreal, McGill University, the residential streets of Mount Royal, and the bustling shopping streets. The afternoon is for leisure. Overnight in Montreal.
Day 3 : Montreal To Quebec City
Location: Quebec City
Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Concorde, Quebec City, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, we prepare to depart from Montreal’s cosmopolitan atmosphere and partially follow the route of Canada’s first carriageway, the Chemin du Roy deep into French Canada. Winding our way through typical French-Canadian villages and towns, we experience true immersion in French culture. Upon arrival in Quebec City, we tour within the walls of the old city and view Lower Town, the Citadel, Battlefields Park, and the ornate city gates. Overnight in Quebec City.
Day 4 : Quebec City
Location: Quebec City
Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Concorde, Quebec City, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
The day is at your leisure to further explore the sights of this charming World Heritage Site. You can enjoy an optional full-day excursion to Tadoussac including a 3-hour whale-watching tour on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay River. Step aboard a regular boat and go in search of the world’s largest mammals. You will also visit the spectacular Montmorency Falls which are 30 meters higher than the world-famous Niagara Falls. Overnight in Quebec City.
Day 5 : Quebec City To Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Following the shore of St. Lawrence, this morning we travel west past Montreal, across the Ontario border, and on to Ottawa — the nation’s capital. We stop for lunch along the way at the Sucrerie de la Montagne — an authentic sugar shack and pioneer-style restaurant. Upon arrival in Ottawa, we take a quick tour of Ottawa. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Ottawa. Meals: B, L
Day 6 : Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Ottawa, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning we explore Ottawa on a city tour. We view the Parliament Buildings, residences of the Prime Minister and the Governor General, the Rideau Canal (designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site), and much more. The afternoon is free for independent exploration of Ottawa’s many museums and fine galleries, shopping at the Sparks Street Mall, or perhaps a boat cruise on one of the city’s many waterways. Overnight in Ottawa. Meals: B
Day 7 : Ottawa To Huntsville
Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn, Huntsville, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our journey west from Ottawa features sparkling lakes, rushing streams, deep forests, and characteristic northern towns. The trip will be highlighted by a visit to Algonquin Provincial Park, where we will walk along the scenic trails. This immense wildlife and forest preserve is a favourite destination for camping expeditions during the summer months, and your walk will allow you to experience a little of it for yourself. Soon, we enter the Muskoka resort region, our destination for the night. Overnight in Huntsville. Meals: B
Day 8 : Huntsville To Niagara Falls
Location: Niagara Falls
Accommodation Name: Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview, Niagara Falls, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
We are driving south past Toronto and then through the orchards and vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula, with a final destination of Niagara Falls. A thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls brings us to the foot of the thundering waterfalls for an unforgettable experience. We will take a ride to the top of the Skylon Tower, providing a spectacular view of the falls and the surrounding district of Niagara. Afterward, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara SkyWheel that offers a breathtaking view of the Niagara Falls region. The evening is free for exploring North America’s “honeymoon capital.” Overnight in Niagara Falls. Meals: B
Day 9 : Niagara Falls To Toronto
Location: Toronto
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave Niagara Falls this morning. Our drive follows the scenic Niagara Parkway through the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, home of the Shaw Festival. Here we see a small but thriving community, proud to display a carefully preserved nineteenth-century atmosphere. This afternoon completes the tour with a short drive back to Toronto. The tour ends at approximately 5:30 p.m. upon arrival at Toronto. Meals: B
What's Included
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Accommodation
8-night accommodation in first-class hotels
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Tour Director
Services of a professional Tour Director throughout
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Meals
8 breakfasts, and 1 lunch
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Transportation
Transportation by modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver
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Thousand Islands Boat Cruise
Thousand Islands boat cruise
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Montreal Sightseeing
Montreal sightseeing tour
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Quebec City Sightseeing
Quebec City sightseeing tour
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Ottawa Sightseeing
Ottawa sightseeing tour
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Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park excursion
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Niagara Falls Visit
Visit to Niagara Falls and the Skylon Tower
What's Not Included
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Airfare
Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
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Personal Expenses
Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance
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Additional Accommodation
Pre and Post Accommodation
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Airport Transfer
Meet and Greet airport transfer service
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Unmentioned Items
Everything that is not mentioned in included
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably by modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 8-night accommodation in first-class hotels including Delta Hotel by Marriott in Montreal, Hotel Le Concorde in Quebec City, Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre, Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn in Huntsville, and Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview in Niagara Falls.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 8-night accommodation in first-class hotels. Specific hotels mentioned include the Delta Hotel by Marriott in Montreal, Hotel Le Concorde in Quebec City, Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre in Ottawa, Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn in Huntsville, and Hilton Hotel & Suites Fallsview in Niagara Falls, or similar.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 8 breakfasts and 1 lunch.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation is provided by a modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver.
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Are there any sightseeing tours included in the package?
Yes, the package includes sightseeing tours in Montreal, Quebec City, and Ottawa.
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Is there a boat cruise included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Thousand Islands boat cruise and a Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Niagara Falls?
At Niagara Falls, you will experience a thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls and a ride to the top of the Skylon Tower for a spectacular view of the falls. Optional activities include a Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara SkyWheel.
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Is baggage handling included in the tour package?
Yes, baggage handling for one piece per person is included.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, optional excursions include a full-day excursion to Tadoussac with a 3-hour whale-watching tour and visits to Montmorency Falls, Niagara Helicopter Tour, and Niagara SkyWheel.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Toronto.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, the tour departs early from Toronto, traveling east along the north shore of Lake Ontario to the Thousand Islands resort region for a boat cruise. The day ends with an overnight stay in Montreal.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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