Canada's Maple Leaf Trail encompasses a quartet of culture-packed cities and breathtaking natural scenery, including one of the great natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls.
On this excellent ten-day tour, you'll follow the Maple Leaf Trail from Niagara to Montreal, discovering the diverse cultures of Canada's eastern cities and the beauty of the surrounding countryside as you travel.
You'll first spend two nights staying in Niagara Falls, moments away from the famous falls. There'll be plenty of chances to take in these astonishing falls, see them from below on the Hornblower Niagara cruise for a spray-soaked passage close to the foot of the torrent, or from above on a thrilling Helicopter Ride where you'll hear the thunderous roar of the water from - look out for rainbows made by the cascading water! Please note supplements apply for the cruise and helicopter ride.
Leaving Niagara and following the Maple Leaf Trail along Lake Ontario's northern shore and the St Lawrence River, soaking in spectacular views as you travel, you'll visit four beautiful, contrasting cities.
The first is Toronto, one of North America's most cosmopolitan cities, which is divided into distinct neighbourhoods that reflect the city's mix of cultural influences. Next is Canada's historic capital city, Ottawa, followed by picturesque Quebec City, where the New World still resembles the Old, and finally glorious Montreal, French Canada's capital of style.
Throughout your tour, you'll be staying at a series of excellent four-star hotels, all ideally located for your trip, including the excellent Sheraton-on-the-Falls which offers incredible views of Niagara Falls through floor-to-ceiling windows.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 30 October 2024 departure date and LHR flight. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Various departure dates are available, please call for details. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit £300pp. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Newmarket Holidays ABTA V7812. ATOL protected 2325. ABTOT 5509.
Today you'll arrive in Niagara, where you'll meet your tour manager at the airport before transferring to your hotel.
You'll be located right by Niagara Falls, so enjoy your first glimpse of one of the world's greatest natural wonders as soon as you arrive.
Spend the rest of the day exploring your new surroundings, or making the most of the resort's facilities. You'll find many restaurants, bars and shops, and there's always the magnetic, mesmerising draw of the roaring waters nearby.
You'll have a day in Niagara Falls today to spend as you wish, perhaps setting sail on the Hornblower Niagara cruise for a spray-soaked passage close to the foot of the torrent, formed at the point where the Niagara River plunges over precipices in two spectacular cascades.
Why not enjoy an optional buffet lunch with outstanding views in the Sheraton on the Falls' Dining Room?
This morning, there's a chance to take a thrilling Helicopter Ride over the Falls, offering outstanding views of the crashing water. Please note supplements apply for the helicopter ride.
Later, you'll journey to the exquisite town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, one of Canada's oldest settlements, and continue to Toronto, on the banks of Lake Ontario, for a two-night stay.
There'll be a guided tour to introduce you to one of North America's most cosmopolitan cities, which is divided into several distinct neighbourhoods reflecting the city's mix of cultures. You'll visit Chinatown, Greektown, Little India and Little Italy, as well as Victorian Cabbagetown and stylish Yorkville.
Later, enjoy your first evening in Toronto, perhaps by exploring some of the sleek developments along its Waterfront, its glitzy shopping malls and the slender needle of the CN Tower.
Enjoy a free day to spend as you wish in Toronto, making the most of your time in the city.
Those with a head for heights might head for the CN Tower, where the very brave can experience the stomach-churning Edge Walk.
If you'd rather keep your feet on the ground, take a stroll along the Waterfront promenade or laze on the city's beaches, head for one of the city's fine museums and galleries, or visit historic Fort York, one of Canada's most important battlefield sites.
You can also take in the neo-Gothic opulence of Casa Loma, one of Toronto's most recognisable landmarks, or shop till you drop at the Eaton Centre.
This morning, you'll follow the Maple Leaf Trail along Lake Ontario's northern shore past attractive Kingston, the gateway to the Thousand Islands and the St Lawrence River, to Ottawa, where you'll check in to your next hotel.
You'll spend the night in Canada's beautiful, romantic capital, with its Victorian houses, Grand Parliament buildings and famous Rideau Canal.
After some free time in elegant Ottawa, you'll re-board the coach and continue your journey to historic Québec City for a two-night stay in the heart of the city.
Today, you're free to explore Québec City, one of Canada's oldest settlements. You'll have the chance to join an optional guided city tour before exploring the narrow, cobbled alleyways of the lower Basse Ville and its upper Haute Ville counterpart, which together form endlessly enthralling, UNESCO-listed Vieux-Québec, a district dominated by the monumental Citadelle and the Château Frontenac hotel.
You'll check out of your hotel this morning and travel to Montreal, where you can choose between joining an optional sightseeing tour or spending the rest of the day at leisure.
Montreal combines cutting-edge modernity, French style and flair, and is a cosmopolitan mix of high culture, high fashion and high tech. The guided tour will show you the pretty Vieux Port area and the lively Plateau Mont Royal and the waterfront, which rivals Vancouver's for glass and steel architectural marvels, and contrasts with the bohemian groove of trendy Plateau Mont Royal and Vieux Montreal.
You'll have some time at leisure in Montreal today to enjoy the city as you wish, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping, before transferring to the airport for your overnight flight home.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability and based on 30 October 2024 departure date and LHR flight. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Various departure dates are available, please call for details. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit £300pp. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Newmarket Holidays ABTA V7812. ATOL protected 2325. ABTOT 5509.