Tour Overviews
Canada's Eastern Discovery
Experience Canada's overwhelming beauty and its exciting wild life.
13 Days / 12 Nights
From Toronto To Montreal
Canada's Eastern Discovery Self Drive Tour
Experience Canada's overwhelming beauty and its exciting wild life.
Booking Code: CTO-13
Overview
Explore Toronto's cosmopolitan city, fine cuisine and world-class shopping before driving through orchards, vineyards and historical villages to Niagara Falls. Experience the charm of Ottawa, discover Quebec's wild nature, and revel in breathtaking sites.
Visiting
- Huntsville
- Ottawa
- Toronto
- Montreal
- Quebec City
- Algonquin Prov. Park
- Charlevoix Region
- Lac St-Jean Tadoussac
- Muskoka Cottage Country
- Niagara Falls
- St. Alexis-des-Monts
- Mont Tremblant
- Laurentian Mountains
- St. Lawrence River
Prices per person
Available Hotel Categories: Standard
| Daily Departures | Single | Double | Triple | Quad | |
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Standard Hotels,Children 11 years & under Free with 2 Adults sharing bedding |
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| 01-May-2010 thru 30-Jun-2010 | $2686.00 | $1412.00 | $1066.00 | $869.00 | |
| 01-Jul-2010 thru 14-Aug-2010 | $2875.00 | $1498.00 | $1124.00 | $898.00 | |
| 15-Aug-2010 thru 30-Sep-2010 | $2786.00 | $1457.00 | $1094.00 | $896.00 | |
Your Travel Package Includes
12 Nights Hotel Accommodation as detailed in the Day by Day Itinerary as described below
All Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
12 Days Hertz Economy Car Rental (Mid Size for Parties of 3 & 4) Including Unlimited Mileage Free Upgrade to a Mid Size Car for Parties of 1 & 2 and to a Full Size Car for Parties of 3 & 4 When Booking on Line
An Explorer Kit containing Documentation, Maps, Driving Instructions, Mileage, Sights to See and detailed driving descriptions and maps to your hotels will be sent to the First Hotel in advance of your Tour and may be picked up at the front desk.
Optional Inclusions
Rental Car Upgrades to a Convertible, Mid Size 4WD SUV, Minivan, Green or Luxury Car for $10 per day. In-Car Navigation System for $59.75 per week (5 - 7 days), and $11.95 per extra day.
Rental Car Insurance including Loss Damage Waiver, Liability Insurance Supplement, Taxes, Surcharges & Fees for $15 per day
Extra Hotels, Apartments or Villas for Stays Before & After your Tour
Not Included
Fuel and Parking Charges.
Admissions to Parks and Attractions unless otherwise stated
Itinerary
Toronto
Day 1 | Toronto Arrival
Distance: 0 miles / 0.0 km
Arrive in Toronto, pick up your rental car, and proceed to your hotel. The remainder of the evening is yours to explore this cosmopolitan city. Enjoy the fine cuisine, varied nightlife, and world-class shopping of Toronto. Hotel: Bond Place Hotel or similar
Niagara Falls
Day 2 | Toronto - Niagara Falls
Distance: 82 miles / 131.9 km
This morning at 08:00 hours you will be met at your hotel by our local representative and provided with complete documentation including driving instructions and a day-by-day itinerary. Today’s route leads south, skirting the Niagara Escarpment and traversing the orchards and vineyards of the Niagara Peninsula. You will discover the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake proudly displaying its 19th century heritage. Hotel: Oakes Overlooking the Falls or similar
Muskoka
Day 3 | Niagara Falls - Huntsville
Distance: 204 miles / 328.2 km
Travel north through charming rural villages to the pine and granite landscape of Muskoka cottage country, where we suggest a visit to the Muskoka Pioneer Village. Today’s destination is Huntsville, situated on the edge of Algonquin Provincial Park, which has a multitude of activities and spectacular natural beauty. Hotel: Comfort Inn Huntsville or similar
Parliament, Ottawa
Day 4 | Huntsville - Ottawa
Distance: 217 miles / 349.2 km
Make your way to the nation’s capital, Ottawa, and take in Canada’s diverse history and heritage. Hotel: Albert at Bay Suite Hotel or similar
Ottawa
Day 5 | Ottawa - Mont Tremblant
Distance: 102 miles / 164.1 km
Visit charming Mont Tremblant, the Gateway to the Laurentians, which offers a wealth of recreational activities all year round. The village is highlighted by a large lake and the highest peak of the Laurentian Mountains. Hotel: Le Westin Hotel or similar
Mount Tremblant
Day 6 | Mont Tremblant - Montreal
Distance: 87 miles / 140.0 km
The Parliament Buildings are a key sight in this elegant city, which also houses museums devoted to art, aviation, money, nature, photography, science, skiing, and war. Then leave the city and travel eastbound towards the border of Ontario and Québec following the shore of the Ottawa River. Crossing the border, you will soon reach the thriving metropolis of Montréal, a city of cultural contrasts and urban elegance. Hotel: Best Western Europa Downtown or similar
Montreal
Day 7 | Montreal - St-Alexis-des-Monts
Distance: 89 miles / 143.2 km
Discover Québec’s wild nature at the forest lodge, traveling through dense terrain, where trees and animals outnumber towns and people. Hotel: Delta Trois Rivieres or similar
Day 8 | St-Alexis-des-Monts-Lac St-Jean
Distance: 218 miles / 350.8 km
Enjoy a day among nature as you travel to the scenic Lac-St-Jean region. Hotel: Hotel Universe d’Alma or similar
St Lawrence
Day 9 | Lac St-Jean - Tadoussac
Distance: 112 miles / 180.2 km
Make your way to Tadoussac, a UNESCO Heritage Site at the confluence of the Saguenay Fjord and the St. Lawrence River. You might consider taking an excursion out on a whale watching boat. Hotel: Hotel Tadoussac or similar
Quebec City
Day 10 | Tadoussac - Quebec City
Distance: 137 miles / 220.4 km
Leave Tadoussac and head through the breathtaking Charlevoix Region en route to Québec City. Hotel: Clarion Québec Ste-Foy or similar
Quebec City
Day 11 | Quebec City
Distance: 0 miles / 0.0 km
Today is yours to explore what lies behind the impressive walls that ring Québec City. The best way to see the numerous historic buildings and experience the city’s unique French culture is by walking through the enchanting cobbled streets and narrow laneways. The Fortifications, Place Royale, and the Basilica should not be missed. Partake in Québec City’s nightlife and sample some of the wonderful restaurants.
Montreal
Day 12 | Quebec City - Montreal
Distance: 156 miles / 251.0 km
Travel along the St. Lawrence River as you meander down to Montréal. The rest of the day is at leisure in this exciting metropolis. Hotel: Best Western Europa Downtown or similar
Montreal
Day 13 | Montreal
Distance: 156 miles / 251.0 km
Return your car at the airport before your departure flight.