Best of Eastern Canada and USA

This tour combines the stunning natural beauty of eastern Canada and the magnificent Niagara Falls with the cultured cosmopolitan cadences of Montréal, Toronto and Ottawa. Add to that some of the USA's most historic and still vibrant cityscapes in Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC and New York City as well as the magnificence of Acadia National Park and you can take home memories of tranquil beauty and the bustling, beating heart of North America.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1 - ARRIVE TORONTO.

Take your complimentary transfer from Toronto International Airport to the tour hotel where your Tour Director is ready to greet you and answer any questions. Join us at 6 p.m. for a Welcome Reception at the fabulous Toronto Hilton hotel.

DAY 2 - TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS EXCURSION.

We ride to the top of the world's tallest tower, the CN Tower, for spectacular views and travel up University Avenue to take in the sights of Ontario's Parliament buildings, Queen's Park and museum row. Then we move on to Niagara Falls up-close and very personal on the Maid of the Mist cruise ship. You can browse the shops and galleries of Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto for dinner at the Hilton hotel. (B,D)

DAY 3 - TORONTO - OTTAWA.

We follow the shores of Lake Ontario to the colonial city of Kingston, Canada's first capital and one of the nation's most historic cities where you will receive an orientation tour. We then move on to the nation's current capital, Ottawa, and visit the Canadian Museum of Civilisation - the county's largest and most popular cultural institution. In the evening, we travel by giant canoe to a traditional native Canadian camp on Turtle Island to sample a feast and be entertained by vibrant traditional dances. You then retire to the comfort of the Lord Elgin Hotel. (B,HD)

DAY 4 - OTTAWA - MONTREAL.

In the morning we enjoy an orientation tour of Ottawa - its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip-filled gardens. We visit the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament, the Royal Canadian Mint, City Hall and the National Art Gallery. Later in day, we enter the French-speaking province of Quebec, continuing on to Montreal where you'll receive another locally guided tour covering the grand mansions of Mount Royal to the modern downtown area. We then adjourn to the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth hotel for the overnight stay. (B)

DAY 5 - MONTREAL - QUEBEC CITY.

We start the day "dining with dinosaurs" with a special breakfast at Montreal's Museum of Archaeology and History before continuing to Quebec City, overnighting at the Hilton Quebec hotel (B)

DAY 6 - QUEBEC CITY SIGHTSEEING.

An experienced local guide will lead us through Quebec's unique European charm: the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place Royale and Citadel. We then visit the shrine of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré and the Montmorency Falls before returning to our hotel. In the evening, you have the option of joining your Tour Director for dinner at the famous revolving rooftop restaurant, L'Astral (B)

DAY 7 - QUEBEC CITY - BAR HARBOR.

We say 'au revoir' to Quebec and farewell to Canada and cross the US border. Travelling east toward America's Atlantic Coast, we're headed for the quintessential New England fishing village of Bar Harbor, Maine and the charming Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina. (B)

DAY 8 - BAR HARBOR - ACADIA EXCURSION.

We take in the natural beauty of Acadia National Park, with its dramatic rocky shoreline, beaver lodges and spectacular views from the top of Cadillac Mountain. You can explore Bar Harbor on your own in the afternoon, take an optional nature cruise or go whale watching, before feasting on a traditional Maine lobster dinner. (B,HD)

DAY 9 - BAR HARBOR - BOSTON.

Driving south again along the rocky Maine shoreline south, we stop in picturesque Kennebunkport to soak up typical New England life. Relax as we cruise past Portsmouth en route to Boston, Massachusetts where we'll overnight in the Omni Parker House hotel. (B)

DAY 10 - BOSTON SIGHTSEEING.

Wake up in Boston, one of America's oldest and most historic cities. Join your Tour Director for a trip along the Freedom Trail. We see Beacon Hill, Faneuil Hall, Charlestown, Bunker Hill Pavilion and the meeting house where the Boston Tea Party was planned. The afternoon is free for wandering in the beautiful gardens, visiting a museum or exploring the charming North End of the city. For dinner, choose between a selection of excellent Boston restaurants. (B,DA)

DAY 11 - BOSTON - PHILADELPHIA.

We travel to Philadelphia, City of Brotherly Love, and birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution. We explore Independence National Historic Park, visit the Liberty Bell and view Independence Hall before checking into the Sheraton Society Hill hotel. (B)

DAY 12 - PHILADELPHIA - WASHINGTON DC.

We tour the National Constitution Center before continuing to Washington DC. The afternoon is yours. Perhaps a visit to one of the Smithsonian museums, the Kennedy Center, or a stroll through the historic cobblestone streets of Georgetown is on your list. Or if you prefer, make your way to the Renaissance Washington DC hotel. (B)

DAY 13 - WASHINGTON DC.

The nation's capital and political centre. See Capitol Hill and the White House on a guided city tour that also includes the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials and the WWII and Vietnam Veterans Memorials. In Arlington, we board the narrated Tourmobile and visit the National Cemetery. The rest of the day is free. (B)

DAY 14 - WASHINGTON DC - NEW YORK CITY.

Had enough of the seat of power? We head off for the Big Apple where your orientation tour includes Times Square, the Financial and Broadway Districts and Battery Park. The afternoon is free to enjoy the many sights or do some last-minute shopping. In the evening, join your Tour Director for a farewell dinner at a New York restaurant and spend your last day in America in the sumptuous Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers. (B,HD)

DAY 15 - DEPART NEW YORK CITY.

Your tour comes to an end with a complimentary transfer to JFK International Airport. (B)

Inclusive Tour Highlights

Views from the top of the CN Tower and Niagara Falls up-close on the Maid of the Mist cruise. Transfer to Turtle Island by canoe and explore the village with a native interpreter. Enjoy a special breakfast at Montreal's Museum of Archaeology and History before taking in the natural beauty of Acadia National Park. Tour the award-winning National Constitution Center in Philadelphia and board the narrated Tourmobile and visit the National Cemetery in Arlington.

Additional Excursions & Sightseeing

See museum row, Queen's Park and City Hall in Toronto and browse the shops and galleries of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Explore 20,000 years of human history at the Canadian Museum of Civilisation and see Ottawa's Parliament Buildings, Rideau Market and the Prime Minister's residence. Enjoy views from Mount Royal and get an insider view of Notre Dame Basilica in Old Montreal. See the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, the historic walls of Quebec City

Stroll along the shops and historic waterfront buildings of Kennebunkport, view Independence Hall and visit the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. See the Capitol, Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials and White House in Washington DC and wrap it all up with the world famous sights of New York City

Insight's First Class Service

We offer the best levels of service as an inclusive part of your tour, including airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day, tours escorted by a professional Tour Director - maximum group size of 40 people, luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom and restroom facilities on board, first-class hotels and accommodation with all service charges, taxes and porterage included and quality dining with 14 Full Breakfasts, 1 Hotel Dinner, 3 highlight Dinners in Ottawa, Bar Harbor and New York plus a selection of "Dine-Around Eat Out" restaurant options in Boston.

Departure Dates & Prices

Starts Toronto	Ends New York City	Tour + Air
10 May 2009	24 May 2009	£2649
24 May 2009	07 Jun 2009	£2649
07 Jun 2009	21 Jun 2009	£2649
21 Jun 2009	05 Jul 2009	£2649
28 Jun 2009	12 Jul 2009	£2649
05 Jul 2009	19 Jul 2009	£2699
12 Jul 2009	26 Jul 2009	£2699
19 Jul 2009	02 Aug 2009	£2699
26 Jul 2009	09 Aug 2009	£2699
02 Aug 2009	16 Aug 2009	£2699
23 Aug 2009	06 Sep 2009	£2699
30 Aug 2009	13 Sep 2009	£2699
06 Sep 2009	20 Sep 2009	£2699
13 Sep 2009	27 Sep 2009	£2699
20 Sep 2009	04 Oct 2009	£2699
27 Sep 2009	11 Oct 2009	£2699
04 Oct 2009	18 Oct 2009	£2659
11 Oct 2009	25 Oct 2009	£2659

The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.