Exploring Upper & Lower Canada

9 days Toronto to Montreal
Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto

Start in Niagara Falls on board the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering waterfalls. Then enjoy sightseeing in Toronto. Arrive at St. Lawrence Islands National Park for a waterways cruise. After sightseeing in Ottawa drive northeast to Cap-de-la-Madeleine. The next two nights are in romantic Quebec City. See the sights before travelling to Montreal.

INSIDE VISITS AND SPECIAL FEATURES Shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1 - TORONTO: Welcome to Toronto! This evening, get to know your travelling companions at the 6 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION. Your Tour Director prepares you for your upcoming adventure. (WR)

DAY 2 - TORONTO. NIAGARA FALLS EXCURSION: A short drive south along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls. For the adventurous, your Tour Director will suggest optional flightseeing over the falls. Then board the MAID OF THE MIST for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. Before leaving the area, see the picturesque Floral Clock. Return to Toronto this afternoon to enjoy a sightseeing drive of Canada's largest and most cosmopolitan city. Highlights include the Legislature Building; the ethnic neighbourhoods; the University of Toronto; and Eaton Centre, the city's number one tourist attraction with more than 300 stores for world class shopping. This evening, enjoy an optional dinner outing, which includes a visit to the top of the 1,815-foot CN Tower for great views of the city's harbour and skyline.
Note: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favourable weather and/or river conditions. When conditions are unfavourable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted. (B)

DAY 3 - TORONTO-1000 ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK-OTTAWA: Travel along Lake Ontario to Kingston for a brief visit of this historic city. Continue along the St. Lawrence River to Gananoque and on to Ivy Lea. Here board your boat for a CRUISE through the waterways of 1000 ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK. Then reach the nation's capital of Ottawa, pleasantly framed by the banks of the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal. (B,D)

DAY 4 - OTTAWA: Morning sightseeing with a local expert includes the Canadian Mint, the residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, and Parliament Hill. Also visit the ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE STABLES, a living tribute to Canadian heritage and history. The balance of the day is free. You may wish to take an optional excursion to visit the world-renowned Canadian Museum of Civilization to study exhibits covering the period of early Norse settlement, exploration, and fur-trading days, as well as the achievements of the latest generations followed by a First Nations presentation and village visit. For dinner, maybe visit lively and colourful Byward Market and choose from its array of specialty restaurants. (B)

DAY 5 - OTTAWA-CAP DE LA MADELEINE-QUEBEC CITY: Drive east this morning along the Ottawa River to Cap-de-la-Madeleine for a visit to the BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY, a national shrine famous for its fine stained-glass windows. Time to stroll through the grounds of the sanctuary and see the miraculous Madonna in the old chapel. The next two nights are in romantic Quebec City, once the centre of New France and probably the most historic and best-preserved city in North America - in 2008 it's celebrating the 400th anniversary of its founding. Tonight, choose from a list of local restaurants for your included dinner. (B,D)

DAY 6 - QUEBEC CITY: Start the day with an included guided tour of Canada's only walled city. Old Quebec, until the British victory of 1759, was the centre of New France and today is a World Heritage Site. Within the walls are the Place d'Armes, the Laval Seminary, and ancient Place Royale. Also see the Old-World houses crowding the narrow streets in Lower Town by the St. Lawrence River and the historic Plains of Abraham. Your afternoon is free for independent activities. Maybe explore the historic sites, take a carriage ride, or stroll the streets of Old Quebec City. This evening you may choose to take an optional dinner that includes a visit to 274-foot high Montmorency Falls and takes you over to Ile d'Orleans, where you'll enjoy a delightful dinner at Le Moulin de Saint-Laurent, a restored 17th-century flour mill. (B)

DAY 7 - QUEBEC CITY-MONTREAL: Journey this morning to Montreal, one of Canada's liveliest cities. Sightseeing with a local guide takes in NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. The evening is free, maybe enjoy dinner tonight in the heart of Old Montreal. (B)

DAY 8 - MONTREAL: Full day at leisure. As Montreal has a unique mix of historical, natural and cultural offerings, you may like to visit the Old Port Montreal, McCord Museum, or Olympic Park, or take an optional excursion into the Laurentian Mountains. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINNER at an elegant local restaurant in the heart of Old Montreal. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your vacation. (B,D)

DAY 9 - MONTREAL: The vacation ends this morning after breakfast, with tour guests departing on individual schedules. (B)

Departure Dates & Prices

Dates	Twin Per Person	Single Supplement	Triple Reduction
24/05/2008	£876	£290	£50
07/06/2008	£876	£290	£50
14/06/2008	£876	£290	£50
21/06/2008	£876	£290	£50
05/07/2008	£876	£290	£50
12/07/2008	£876	£290	£50
19/07/2008	£876	£290	£50
02/08/2008	£876	£290	£50
09/08/2008	£876	£290	£50
23/08/2008	£876	£290	£50
30/08/2008	£887	£290	£50
06/09/2008	£887	£290	£50
13/09/2008	£887	£290	£50
19/09/2008	£887	£290	£50
20/09/2008	£887	£290	£50
27/09/2008	£887	£290	£50
04/10/2008	£887	£290	£50
11/10/2008	£887	£290	£50
All prices shown are for tour only and subject to availability. Please call to ask for a full package inclusive of airfares.
Pre/Post Tour overnights are also available and rail/cruise upgrades can be quoted where applicable

Included Highlights

TORONTO: Welcome reception; sightseeing tour.
NIAGARA FALLS: Maid of the Mist cruise.
1000 ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK: Waterways cruise; Kingston sightseeing.
OTTAWA: Sightseeing tour; Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables.
CAP-DE-LA-MADELEINE: Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary.
QUEBEC CITY: Sightseeing tour; visit Montmorency Falls.
MONTREAL: Sightseeing tour; visit Notre Dame Basilica; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner.

Included Meals

Welcome reception (WR); American breakfasts daily (B); 3 three-course dinners with choice of mains (D), including a Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner in Montreal.