Canada is a major undertaking if you plan to see it thoroughly, with twenty-five percent more land area than Australia and eight times its coastline, it is vast.
However, most travellers choose either the east or west coast to explore in a single trip and both offer very different experiences. Whichever geographic region you visit, you will return with fabulous memories of a spectacular, cosmopolitan and friendly country to visit.
The west is known primarily for its stunning wilderness dominated by the Rockies, while the east includes the mighty Niagara Falls, however, it’s the culture, history and French influence that stand out.
With more than 2.7 million residents, Toronto is Canada’s largest city and recognised as a global beacon for arts and culture and you can feel the creative energy everywhere.
Of the three major metropolises in the east, Toronto is your gateway to the world’s most famous waterfalls. You can experience Niagara Falls from the water level with Scenic on the Eastern Explorer luxury journey through this amazing part of the world.
This once in a lifetime experience comes just the day after your arrival into Toronto and a night spent at the world famous Fairmont Royal York. You’ll enjoy two nights at this luxury hotel while you enjoy this thriving city.
No visit to Toronto is complete without a journey to the Observation Deck of the tallest free-standing structure in the Western Hemisphere. From CN Tower, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views across the city and over Lake Ontario.
The mantle of the nation’s capital city, however, goes to the delightful Ottawa, where you’ll stay at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier and be immersed into the French cultural influence here which adds an extra special touch to the experience.
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Spending two nights, this spired hotel immediately conjures up images of an old-world European city. Not surprisingly, the grandeur only increases with Parliament Hill just steps away. Overlooking the Ottawa River, the new-Gothic buildings of the national parliament add an air of stately elegance to the city centre.
As the nation’s capital, you can expect a great culinary scene, fascinating national museums, and welcoming parks, gardens and riverfront areas. For a different city perspective, try a cruise along the Ottawa River.
Just when you thought the New World couldn’t possibly offer anything as traditional or as lovely as Ottawa, you experience the cultural magnificence of Québec City. Perched on the cliffs overlooking the mighty Saint Lawrence River, this French-speaking city is every bit as French, as its charming Old Town buildings suggest.
Surrounded by 17th-century fortifications, Old Town is famous for many landmarks, but it’s the Fairmont Château Frontenac Hotel that gives the city an almost fairy-tale like quality.
Visit the shops and cafes in the centuries-old buildings in Lower Old Town, before making your way to Place Royale, an old square where Québec City was founded in 1608.
You can also make the steep climb back up to Château Frontenac by way of a funicular. Once up top, take the time to admire the magnificent Saint Lawrence river views below.
There are many ways to take in the sights of Québec City. That’s why Scenic gives you the choice of touring on foot, by horse or carriage, or from above, in a helicopter. Either way, you’ll be enchanted by the local attractions and natural scenery.
What Québec City offers in charming, old-world elegance, Montreal takes it up a notch further, with a level of big city sophistication. Situated up-river, and to the south-west of Québec City, Montréal is without question, the glittering hub of French-speaking Québec Province.
The main part of the city is actually located on a river-island, where the city was founded in 1642. One of its oldest landmarks, the imposing Gothic Revival styled Notre-Dame Basilica provides a stunning backdrop on the Place d’Armes Square in Old Town Montreal.
Here you’ll find horse-drawn carriage rides providing leisurely tours of Old Town, as well as a nearby metro station for a more fast-paced style of touring.
In true Montréal and Scenic fashion, a lavish farewell dinner is held at the luxurious Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel.
Canada’s Eastern Explorer with Scenic
From Toronto to Québec City, journey in 5-star luxury across Eastern Canada. Visit the spectacular Niagara Falls, Ottawa and Québec City over 9 days.
Day 1 – Toronto
Highlights – Welcome to Eastern Canada. Your wonderful journey begins with a two-night stay at the Fairmont Royal York. This stunning hotel has welcomed royals, presidents and dignitaries alike, and today it will welcome you.
Day 2 – Toronto
Highlights – Head to the stunning Niagara Falls and feel the mist of the falls as you cruise to its base. Tonight, enjoy a ‘Welcome to Canada’ dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 – Toronto > Ottawa
Highlights – Be treated to stunning views of Canada’s largest city and Lake Ontario from the Observation Deck at CN Tower. Continue to Ottawa, Canada’s elegant capital city, for a two-night stay at the Fairmont Château Laurier, located just steps away from Parliament Hill.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4 – Ottawa
Highlights – Discover the charm of Canada’s capital on a guided tour. Nowhere is Canada’s bilingual culture more evident than in Ottawa. The Rivière des Outaouais marks the provincial border between English-speaking Ontario and French-speaking Québec.
Freechoice:
Tour Canada’s national museums, take a ByWard Market Culinary tour, or cruise along the Ottawa River.
Freechoice Dining:
Choose between local restaurants or your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 – Ottawa > Montebello
Enrich:
Parc Oméga is home to bears, wolves, wapitis, red deer, beavers and more. View the wildlife as you journey through the 1,500-acre park. As you’ll discover, many of the animals certainly aren’t shy.
Enjoy an exclusive overnight Special Stay in a rustic but elegant red cedar log cabin at Fairmont Le Château Montebello.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 – Montebello > Québec City
Enrich:
Learn how maple syrup is made and dine on traditional Québécois fare at a local Sugar Shack while listening to live, local music.
Enrich:
Discover the history of Québec City on a tour of the Old Town.
Later, begin a two night Special Stay at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in the heart of Québec City.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 – Québec City
Freechoice:
Tour by helicopter, on foot or by horse and carriage. Alternatively, sample local delicacies. Today, it’s up to you.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 – Québec City > Montréal
Visit the exquisite Notre-Dame Basilica, with its imposing Gothic Revival architecture. You’ll celebrate the conclusion of your Canadian jaunt at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth with a sumptuous farewell dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 – Montréal
Your journey concludes this morning after breakfast, with a transfer to Montreal Airport.
Meals included: Breakfast
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