Eastern Canada Adventure
From CAD $2,478
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
This festively fantastic 9-day adventure will immerse you into the fun-loving capital of Ottawa, the French-inspired scenes of Quebec City, the adrenaline-filled experiences of Montreal, and the multicultural feels of Toronto. When you’re not getting to the foot of Niagara Falls (or viewing it up high from a helicopter), you’re skating on the Rideau Canal or checking out world-renowned Christmas markets (for those travelling in December). Get ready for thundering waterfalls, sensational city lights, historic sites and much more.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 3 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
FAQs
- New York City: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
- Montreal: Do I need to learn French before visiting Quebec and Montreal? Not necessarily. Most people in Montreal & Quebec speak both English and French. But a little “Un cafe, s'il vous plaît” might get you some extra brownie points!
- Montreal: How much driving is on this trip? Canada’s huge. That means you’ll have some long coach journeys along the way. But it also means that you’ll have plenty of time to sit back, relax, soak in the stunning scenery and spend time with your Contiki crew.
Included Experience
- Ottawa: We’ll check out Ottawa’s mightiest sites on a guided walking tour – pausing for snaps at Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and many more.
- Quebec City: Stretch your legs and discover this quaint fortified city.
- Ottawa: This home of top-quality cheddar is now a major institution in Canada. A lil cheesy but we simply MUST take a look around!
- Quebec City: A stroll around this citadelle is every history buff’s dream. Plus, there are some pretty cool photo ops.
- Quebec City: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience, you’ll immerse yourself into the world of the Hurons – from canoes to traditional clothing, archery and dance performances.
- Quebec City: With lights, stars, snow and a treasure trove of trinkets to choose from, that’s your Christmas shopping sorted (and your festive fix satisfied too). Please note: The Christmas Market is only available to those travelling in December
- Montreal: Visit a traditional Canadian ‘sugar shack’ for dinner and a tour. A sweet, sweet experience for all.
- Montreal: Carol singers, face-painting, toasty marshmallows and entire streets lined with seasonal market stalls… your Christmas cravings won’t know what satisfied ’em. Please note: The Christmas Village is only available to those travelling in December
- Niagara Falls: Take a trip to a natural wonder of the world, and truly the most mesmerising waterfall on the planet.
- Niagara Falls: Down, down, down… you’ll descend 130 feet, and get to view this 13-storey-tall waterfall from a view platform at the base. Trust us when we say, you gotta see it (and feel it) to believe it.
- Niagara Falls: Brace yourself for a thrilling winter adventure as you explore 130-year-old tunnels behind the majestic cascades, surrounded by glistening ice formations. Feel the power of nature in its icy embrace as you witness the Falls in all its frozen glory.
- Toronto: Tour the iconic sights of the city, including the CN Tower, Rogers Centre baseball stadium, bustling Yonge Street and the University.
Trip Details
Product Code: 17023
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 467.2185A
Starts: Toronto (ON), Canada
Finishes: Toronto (ON), Canada
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,478 ($275 /day)
Itinerary
Your journey begins in Toronto BUT ...we're off to Ottawa this morning for a glimpse into life in the nation's capital. Welcome to the Canadian capital. We'll explore our new surroundings on a guided city tour, and then you’ll have some free time to wander around alone or with your Contiki crew. Hungry? We can’t recommend poutine highly enough…
Accommodation: Days Inn (or similar)
Au revoir Ottawa and bonjour Quebec City! With its cobbled streets and ancient stone houses, Quebec City’s UNESCO World-Heritage-listed old town is an open-air museum. It’s time to get out and explore more of what this region has to offer - we’re talking vibrant art scenes, Parisian-style eateries and quaint river boardwalks. We'll immerse ourselves in the history of the city on a tour with a local guide, then once we've uncovered Quebec's hidden historical gems, it's time to fill up on a famous Canadian dish - Poutine! We’ll be sure to hit up a local eatery where it's well and truly the star of the show.
Accommodation: Hotel Le Voyageur (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Here in Quebec you'll have the morning and afternoon to explore. Don’t miss those world-renowned Christmas markets! You could also check out the Chateau Frontenac (one of the city’s most famous landmarks). Hungry? Duck with maple syrup is an unmissable local delicacy. Oh and let’s not forget the awesome nightlife Quebec offers – it’s time to party, French style! Please note: The Christmas Market is only available to those travelling in December
Accommodation: Hotel Le Voyageur (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Bid Quebec au revoir as we head towards the jazzy island city of Montreal. The French-infused city is home to arts, mouth watering food and the prettiest panoramic scenic views.After we arrive in Montreal, we’ll head to dinner at a traditional Canadian 'sugar shack'. Also, if you’re here at the right time, you simply MUST check out the Christmas Village. Otherwise, you’re free to explore and sample the local nightlife. Please note: The Christmas market is only available to those travelling in December.
Accommodation: Travelodge by Wyndham Montreal Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today you’ll have a full day to explore Montreal – on your tod or with your squad. Don’t miss Mount Royal Park, the Notre-Dame Basilica, the breathtaking botanical gardens or the awesome Barbie Expo. Today you’ll also have the chance to hop on the Grande Roue – Montreal’s 60-metre-high ferris wheel. Talk about a great view of a great city!
Accommodation: Travelodge by Wyndham Montreal Centre (or similar)
Still bopping along to the sax from the night before, we bid farewell Montreal. Today we’ll get up close and personal to the surging power of Niagara Falls. Looking to see things from a different perspective? You’ll also have the chance to soar above the action in a helicopter or simply take in the scene from the safety of a viewing platform. And don’t worry – the ponchos are on us.
Accommodation: Days Inn Fallsview (or similar)
Rise and shine. Today’s the day you finally get to say “I’m taking a helicopter ride over Niagara Falls today.” Totally optional of course! Welcome to Toronto, the largest city in Canada. Your Trip Manager will fill you in on the hot spots of this fabulous city soon after we arrive and will then give you the afternoon to yourselves where you can find your niche in this cosmopolitan melting pot. If you want to enjoy an evening of laughter, look out for a legendary Second City improv show where some of the funniest people on the planet have trodden the boards. Joan Rivers, Martin Short, Eugene Levy and Bill Murray are just a few of the big names to have started out here over the past 60 years.
Accommodation: Chelsea Hotel (or similar)
Another day to explore this epic city. We’ll head to the CN Tower, visit Gallery 44 or Toronto Park for some people watching. You’ll also have the chance to see the whole of Canada in model form on a visit to Little Canada. Tonight, why not go feel the global vibe of this city's nightlife? You know you wanna…
Accommodation: Chelsea Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
You’ve eaten, immersed and experienced all the East of Canada has to offer. Your trip ends after check out, but your new Contiki friendships have been built for life.
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
Ended up being a much smaller group than expected but everyone got really close with a lot "family" dinners most nights. Definitely much colder than some of us expected but overall had such a great time- our TM had such great maps for good coffee & food, came with us on some fun nights out and did some great walking tours through Quebec & Montreal. Trip was easy to book, feel like some of the accommodation could be nicer and more time in Ottawa would have been nice! An afternoon and a night (which already as a FTAO) means not that much time to explore the same way we got to explore Quebec & Montreal (which was great to have the extra time).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/10/2024
Mikaylee B. - Traveled, September 2024
It was the most amazing trip ever!! Saw so many cool places and met the most amazing people!! It was all over way too quickly and I’d do it all again in a heartbeat! I would recommend Contiki to anyone and everyone! The booking process was so easy and they looked after us the whole trip! Shoutout to Contiki he is the best!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2024
James C. - Traveled, August 2024
Was fun and emotional.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2024
Claire R. - Traveled, July 2024
Incredible experience. As someone who had never been solo travelling before, this tour was the perfect opportunity to step outside my comfort zone! Very seamless and easy! Made the onboarding and booking experience very enjoyable and stress free :)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/13/2024
Benjamin J. - Traveled, June 2024
Really great guide (Carlen) who made a concerted effort to make everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. Cool destinations and add ons available (e.g. the helicopter rides). The only possible recommendation I would make would be to add an extra night in Ottawa, or at least allow a bit of exploring on the second day before hoping on the bus. No other comments (please refer to prior comment about a bit more time in Ottawa).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/14/2024
Thomas B. - Traveled, May 2024
Very fun awesome people, well organized, but I need breakfast every day. Very easy.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/16/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, April 2024
Great trip and experiences, tour manager was great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/17/2024
Patrick K. - Traveled, March 2024
Niagara Falls. Only thing I would change is that we could have spent more time in Niagara Falls.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/18/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
I loved Niagara Falls. The communication was great and staff were helpful in booking this trip to an earlier date.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/19/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, November 2024
The people were fantastic. Trip manager was amazing and made it very fun and interesting. Easy to book for sure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/20/2024
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