Indulgence in Eastern Canada

Expedition

Explore stunning Eastern Canada on this 8-day guided tour.

EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW

Explore stunning Eastern Canada on this 8-day guided tour. See Niagara Falls, one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders, as you cruise the iconic waters on a narrated boat tour. Later, explore the idyllic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake before indulging in a sparkling wine at Chateau des Charmes. Visit the most iconic sites of Ottawa, including its Parliament buildings and Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site — then feast on locally farmed and foraged foods for dinner at the renowned restaurant Play, Food & Wine. In Quebec City, stay at the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, which overlooks the St. Lawrence River; a Local Expert will guide you through its corridors on a tour that take you into typically off-limits areas and unveils the mansion's unique history.

highlights

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)
7 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)

Choice Highlights

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Niagara Falls: Greet the howling spray, wind and thunder at the base of the Falls on-board an exciting cruise.
Niagara Falls: Get a unique look at this natural wonder as you descend 150 feet (46 metres) by elevator to an observation deck directly behind the Falls.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Ottawa: With roots stretching back to 1856, the Canadian Museum of History is one of Canada’s oldest public institutions, sharing its expertise in history, archaeology, ethnology and cultural studies both within Canada and abroad. In addition to its ongoing exhibitions, including the spectacular Grand Hall and First Peoples Hall, each year the Museum presents a number of outstanding exhibitions focusing on Canadian and world history and civilizations.
Ottawa: Choose your own itinerary during this self-guided tour of Ottawa via bicycle. Pedal your way through the green areas of the city using safe and scenic bike paths.
Montreal: Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal with a Local Expert. See how this city grew from a trading post to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city you know today. Traverse the narrow streets lined with buildings from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries while your guide explains their origins and stories. Walk past the Notre-Dame Cathedral, City Hall, the Chateau Ramezay, the historic Bonsecours Market and the Seaman's Chapel.
Montreal: Join a vibrant mural and street art walking tour to learn about the artists, works, and public art scene in Montreal. Explore Saint-Laurent boulevard and see how it has become the country's premier street art corridor, and how this city has become a world leader in the urban art scene.

Additional Included Highlights

You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary, available on departures with 15 or more guests.
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, with prompt delivery inside your room.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Complimentary, airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travellers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.

Exceptional Dining

Toronto: At 18:00, join your Travelling Concierge and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner with wine.
Ottawa: Indulge at Play, Food & Wine; a modern culinary experience that will delight your taste buds with its fresh food using local, sustainable and seasonal products sourced by farmers and foragers.
Quebec City: In the evening, you'll savour a spectacular dinner with wine at Hortus Bistro.
Montreal: Enjoy delicious food and wine at Vieux-Port Steakhouse in Montreal.

Journey Highlights

Toronto: In Toronto, see Ontario's Parliament buildings, Queen's Park and the Royal Ontario Museum.
Niagara Falls: Greet the howling spray, wind and thunder at the base of the Falls on-board an exciting cruise.
Niagara Falls: For 100 years, the “Canadian Niagara Power Company generating station” harnessed the powerful energy of the Horseshoe Falls and turned it into a great source of electricity. Now, years after its turbines came to a halt, the wonder of this hydropower pioneer is coming back to life in an experience that highlights both the remarkable history and unique architectural features of this 115-year-old engineering marvel. With an expert guide, explore immersive exhibits, restored artifacts and interactive storytelling from the past century.
Kingston: Guests will be welcomed to Mādahòkì Farm with a serving of Indigenous Tea and will witness the beauty and hear stories about rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses. These small horses really share their own story of resilience and sacred connection to the Ontario lands where they roamed free for thousands of years. Guests will hear their stories through the work of Artist Rhonda Snow with a painted series of stories she collected from the memories of Elders across Turtle Island.
Quebec City: A local expert will take you on an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. You'll gain access to areas not accessible to others and learn how its history is intertwined with the inhabitants of Quebec City.
Quebec City: Dive into Quebec City's history as you embark on a walking tour of historic Old Quebec. An UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll see the Citadel of Quebec, the Latin Quarter, National Assembly and Place-Royale as you hear about the city's French-Canadian influence.
Montreal: Visit Notre Dame Basilica in Old Montreal, which is considered a masterpiece in Gothic revival architecture and renowned for its dramatic interior. The sanctuary is decorated in beautiful hues of blues, reds, purples, silver and gold. Stunning stained glass windows, hundreds of intricate wood carvings, and a grand pipe organ are also featured within the interior.

Luxury Hotels

Quebec City: Standing high on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of it. At Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, guests are guaranteed a memorable and inspiring stay in one of the most beautiful cities in the world with easy walking access to all of the wonderful sites and experiences that Old Québec has to offer.

Personalize your day

Niagara Falls: Get a unique look at this natural wonder as you descend 150 feet (46 metres) by elevator to an observation deck directly behind the Falls.
Ottawa: With roots stretching back to 1856, the Canadian Museum of History is one of Canada’s oldest public institutions, sharing its expertise in history, archaeology, ethnology and cultural studies both within Canada and abroad. In addition to its ongoing exhibitions, including the spectacular Grand Hall and First Peoples Hall, each year the Museum presents a number of outstanding exhibitions focusing on Canadian and world history and civilizations.
Ottawa: Choose your own itinerary during this self-guided tour of Ottawa via bicycle. Pedal your way through the green areas of the city using safe and scenic bike paths.
Montreal: Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal with a Local Expert. See how this city grew from a trading post to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city you know today. Traverse the narrow streets lined with buildings from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries while your guide explains their origins and stories. Walk past the Notre-Dame Cathedral, City Hall, the Chateau Ramezay, the historic Bonsecours Market and the Seaman's Chapel.
Montreal: Join a vibrant mural and street art walking tour to learn about the artists, works, and public art scene in Montreal. Explore Saint-Laurent boulevard and see how it has become the country's premier street art corridor, and how this city has become a world leader in the urban art scene.

VIP Experiences

Niagara-on-the-Lake: Visit Chateau des Charmes, where you are welcomed with a limited production rosé sparkling wine, followed by a tour and tasting of wines from St. David's Bench Vineyard, accompanied by hand-made local ice cream and local fruit.
Quebec City: Step off the beaten path and visit a secret gem on Ile d'Orleans- Confiturerie Tigidou, where jam confectioner experts, and shop owners, Catherine and Vincent will share their passion and innovative ways they've turned the fruits of their island into decadent jams. You'll have the opportunity to sample their most popular varieties, and afterwards, they will provide you with a picnic basket filled with locally sourced produce to have lunch outdoors with views of the rolling hills and Tigidou's garden.

Well-being

Your Well-Being Director takes a proactive approach to your welfare ensuring all well-being regulations are met. On tours fewer than 15 guests, your Traveling Concierge will act as your Well-Being Director.
Our customised luxury coaches are sanitised before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customised luxury coaches.
Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travelling Concierge's, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Highlights

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)
7 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)

Choice Highlights

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Niagara Falls: Greet the howling spray, wind and thunder at the base of the Falls on-board an exciting cruise.
Niagara Falls: Get a unique look at this natural wonder as you descend 150 feet (46 metres) by elevator to an observation deck directly behind the Falls.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Ottawa: With roots stretching back to 1856, the Canadian Museum of History is one of Canada’s oldest public institutions, sharing its expertise in history, archaeology, ethnology and cultural studies both within Canada and abroad. In addition to its ongoing exhibitions, including the spectacular Grand Hall and First Peoples Hall, each year the Museum presents a number of outstanding exhibitions focusing on Canadian and world history and civilizations.
Ottawa: Choose your own itinerary during this self-guided tour of Ottawa via bicycle. Pedal your way through the green areas of the city using safe and scenic bike paths.
Montreal: Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal with a Local Expert. See how this city grew from a trading post to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city you know today. Traverse the narrow streets lined with buildings from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries while your guide explains their origins and stories. Walk past the Notre-Dame Cathedral, City Hall, the Chateau Ramezay, the historic Bonsecours Market and the Seaman's Chapel.
Montreal: Join a vibrant mural and street art walking tour to learn about the artists, works, and public art scene in Montreal. Explore Saint-Laurent boulevard and see how it has become the country's premier street art corridor, and how this city has become a world leader in the urban art scene.

Additional Included Highlights

You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary, available on departures with 15 or more guests.
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, with prompt delivery inside your room.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Complimentary, airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travellers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.

Exceptional Dining

Toronto: At 18:00, join your Travelling Concierge and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner with wine.
Ottawa: Indulge at Play, Food & Wine; a modern culinary experience that will delight your taste buds with its fresh food using local, sustainable and seasonal products sourced by farmers and foragers.
Quebec City: In the evening, you'll savour a spectacular dinner with wine at Hortus Bistro.
Montreal: Enjoy delicious food and wine at Vieux-Port Steakhouse in Montreal.

Journey Highlights

Toronto: In Toronto, see Ontario's Parliament buildings, Queen's Park and the Royal Ontario Museum.
Niagara Falls: Greet the howling spray, wind and thunder at the base of the Falls on-board an exciting cruise.
Niagara Falls: For 100 years, the “Canadian Niagara Power Company generating station” harnessed the powerful energy of the Horseshoe Falls and turned it into a great source of electricity. Now, years after its turbines came to a halt, the wonder of this hydropower pioneer is coming back to life in an experience that highlights both the remarkable history and unique architectural features of this 115-year-old engineering marvel. With an expert guide, explore immersive exhibits, restored artifacts and interactive storytelling from the past century.
Kingston: Guests will be welcomed to Mādahòkì Farm with a serving of Indigenous Tea and will witness the beauty and hear stories about rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses. These small horses really share their own story of resilience and sacred connection to the Ontario lands where they roamed free for thousands of years. Guests will hear their stories through the work of Artist Rhonda Snow with a painted series of stories she collected from the memories of Elders across Turtle Island.
Quebec City: A local expert will take you on an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. You'll gain access to areas not accessible to others and learn how its history is intertwined with the inhabitants of Quebec City.
Quebec City: Dive into Quebec City's history as you embark on a walking tour of historic Old Quebec. An UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll see the Citadel of Quebec, the Latin Quarter, National Assembly and Place-Royale as you hear about the city's French-Canadian influence.
Montreal: Visit Notre Dame Basilica in Old Montreal, which is considered a masterpiece in Gothic revival architecture and renowned for its dramatic interior. The sanctuary is decorated in beautiful hues of blues, reds, purples, silver and gold. Stunning stained glass windows, hundreds of intricate wood carvings, and a grand pipe organ are also featured within the interior.

Luxury Hotels

Quebec City: Standing high on a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is not merely a hotel located in the heart of Old Québec - it is the heart of it. At Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, guests are guaranteed a memorable and inspiring stay in one of the most beautiful cities in the world with easy walking access to all of the wonderful sites and experiences that Old Québec has to offer.

Personalize your day

Niagara Falls: Get a unique look at this natural wonder as you descend 150 feet (46 metres) by elevator to an observation deck directly behind the Falls.
Ottawa: With roots stretching back to 1856, the Canadian Museum of History is one of Canada’s oldest public institutions, sharing its expertise in history, archaeology, ethnology and cultural studies both within Canada and abroad. In addition to its ongoing exhibitions, including the spectacular Grand Hall and First Peoples Hall, each year the Museum presents a number of outstanding exhibitions focusing on Canadian and world history and civilizations.
Ottawa: Choose your own itinerary during this self-guided tour of Ottawa via bicycle. Pedal your way through the green areas of the city using safe and scenic bike paths.
Montreal: Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal with a Local Expert. See how this city grew from a trading post to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city you know today. Traverse the narrow streets lined with buildings from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries while your guide explains their origins and stories. Walk past the Notre-Dame Cathedral, City Hall, the Chateau Ramezay, the historic Bonsecours Market and the Seaman's Chapel.
Montreal: Join a vibrant mural and street art walking tour to learn about the artists, works, and public art scene in Montreal. Explore Saint-Laurent boulevard and see how it has become the country's premier street art corridor, and how this city has become a world leader in the urban art scene.

VIP Experiences

Niagara-on-the-Lake: Visit Chateau des Charmes, where you are welcomed with a limited production rosé sparkling wine, followed by a tour and tasting of wines from St. David's Bench Vineyard, accompanied by hand-made local ice cream and local fruit.
Quebec City: Step off the beaten path and visit a secret gem on Ile d'Orleans- Confiturerie Tigidou, where jam confectioner experts, and shop owners, Catherine and Vincent will share their passion and innovative ways they've turned the fruits of their island into decadent jams. You'll have the opportunity to sample their most popular varieties, and afterwards, they will provide you with a picnic basket filled with locally sourced produce to have lunch outdoors with views of the rolling hills and Tigidou's garden.

Well-being

Your Well-Being Director takes a proactive approach to your welfare ensuring all well-being regulations are met. On tours fewer than 15 guests, your Traveling Concierge will act as your Well-Being Director.
Our customised luxury coaches are sanitised before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customised luxury coaches.
Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travelling Concierge's, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Trip details

Trip Type: Group Tour

Comfort: Deluxe

Travel Styles: Family, 55+, Luxury

Starts: Toronto (ON), Canada

Finishes: Montreal (QC), Canada

Duration: 8 days

ITINERARY

1Day 1: Welcome to Toronto

Canada extends a grand welcome where you will be escorted to your luxury hotel, the St. Regis Toronto. Celebrate your Eastern Canada luxury tour over a special Champagne Sabrage ceremony and dine at Hothouse in the historic St. Lawrence neighborhood.

Accommodation: The St. Regis Toronto.
Meals: Dinner

2Day 2: Niagara Falls Up Close and Toronto Sightseeing

Experience the thundering wonder of Niagara Falls aboard an expertly narrated cruise or embark on a Journey Behind the Falls for unique perspective behind the rushing waters. Discover how the powerful energy of Horseshoe Falls is harnessed at the Niagara Parks Power Station, an engineering marvel.

Accommodation: The St. Regis Toronto.
Meals: Breakfast

3Day 3: Kingston and the Canadian Capital of Ottawa

Uncover Kingston’s historical landmarks and arrive in modern Ottawa. Settle into your landmark hotel, the Fairmont Château Laurier, reminiscent of a French chateau. You're invited to witness the beauty and hear stories about rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses at Mādahòkì Farm over tea.

Accommodation: Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa.
Meals: Breakfast

4Day 4: All About Ottawa Relaxed Start

Bask in Ottawa's iconic buildings including Parliament Hill, Notre Dame and Rideau Canal. Personalize your exploration of the city pedaling past its sights on a bike tour or join an expertly guided visit to the Canadian Museum of History. This evening, you are invited to a unique farm-to-table, four-course dinner at Play, Food & Wine.

Accommodation: Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

5Day 5: The Old Walled City of Quebec

Journey along the St. Lawrence River to Quebec City to discover the beautiful Joan of Arc Gardens, the Quebec Parliament, Place Royale and Old Town and embark on an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic Château Frontenac. Savour a spectacular dinner at Quebec City's Old Port restaurant, Chez Rioux & Pettigrew.

Accommodation: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec City.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

6Day 6: Quintessential Quebec

Dive further into French-Canadian history with a Local Historian visiting the Citadel of Quebec, Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, National Assembly and Place-Royale. Fall under the spell of island life of Ile d'Orleans at Confiturerie Tigidou where you’ll sample sweet jam made from local berries and a picnic lunch.

Accommodation: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

7Day 7: Historic Montreal

Take in historic Old Montreal’s cobblestone streets and the Old Port or join a mural and street art walking tour highlighting Saint-Laurent boulevard. Visit the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, the first Gothic Revival church in Canada. Indulge in a final dinner to celebrate your journey.

Accommodation: Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

8Day 8: Depart Montreal Departure Flight

Your Toronto to Montreal tour comes to an end this morning as you are transferred to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport for your onward journey home.

Meals: Breakfast

WHAT’S INCLUDED

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