Historic Cities of Eastern Canada

Welcome to Toronto! At 6:00 p.m., meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director prepares you for your upcoming adventure.

Elevated Experiences This morning, explore Toronto on a sightseeing tour. Highlights include the Legislature Building, cultural neighborhoods, University of Toronto, and the Kensington Market area. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Consider a visit to the iconic CN Tower, stroll along the scenic waterfront of Lake Ontario, or discover world-class museums, galleries, and dinner in the entertainment districts. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Elegant, cosmopolitan, and endlessly diverse, Toronto blends global culture with Canadian charm. From the soaring heights of the CN Tower to the vibrant waterfront along Lake Ontario, the city offers a striking blend of modern architecture, world-class attractions, and breathtaking urban scenery.

Waterfalls & Wine Depart Toronto and follow the scenic shores of Lake Ontario to the awe inspiring Niagara Falls. Feel the mist on a cruise to the base of the powerful, roaring cascades, then continue to the charming village of Niagara-on-the-Lake to stroll the boutique-lined streets. This evening, enjoy dinner and [LOCAL FAVORITE] local ice wine overlooking the falls. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Spanning the borders of Canada and the U.S., Niagara Falls’ hydroelectric power generates more than one quarter of all power used in New York State and Ontario. Formed by melting glaciers more than 12,000 years ago, Niagara’s power also creates a torrential spectacle of nature’s sheer beauty and brawn. Consider visiting the falls after dinner for a dazzling light show as Niagara Falls is transformed into a multi-color water and light masterpiece. LOCAL FAVORITE Canada is the world’s largest producer of ice wine, a sweet wine made from grapes frozen naturally on the vine. Experience the best in regional dessert ice wines with dinner tonight and conclude your breathtaking day with a stunning view of the magnificent falls.

Islands in the Streams Travel to Rockport this morning for a scenic cruise through Thousand Islands National Park, followed by lunch dockside on the St. Lawrence River. Continue to Canada’s capital, Ottawa, for a two-night stay. Enjoy leisure time this evening to explore Ottawa’s culinary offerings, including classic Canadian dishes such as butter tarts, poutine, and fresh Atlantic salmon, and, in season, savor sweet maple treats that showcase the country’s signature flavors. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Journey through the picturesque granite islands, windswept pine trees, and grand estates of Thousand Islands National Park. Referred to by the Iroquois Nation as the “Garden of the Great Spirit,” the tranquility of the area belies a history of adventures, wars, and rebellions. See the Boldt Castle, Zavikon Island, and the vast estates through Millionaire’s Row.