Overview
- Located midway between Toronto and Montreal, Kingston was named the first capital of the Province of Canada. Kingston is a city rich in history, culture, critically acclaimed attractions and cuisine.
- Located on the Ottawa River in eastern Ontario, Ottawa – Canada’s capital city is also its center of technology and politics. This historic city features many museums, art galleries, and performance centers as well as other attractions like the Rideau Canal.
- Montreal, Quebec is the second-largest city in Canada, and the center of French Canadian culture. Called “Canada’s Cultural Capital,” Montreal offers much to see and do, whether you are looking to explore history or the arts.
- Quebec City is one of the oldest cities in North America. It was founded by Samuel de Champlain in 1608, and some of the architecture in Old Quebec dates back centuries. The Chateau Frontenac is the most famous landmark.
Itinerary
Day 1
Toronto - Kingston - Ottawa - Montreal
- Begin your journey to Ottawa, Canada’s capital, with a drive through historic Kingston, the country’s former capital.
+ Enjoy onboard sightseeing of Kingston’s City Hall (Passing By), originally the Old Parliament House – Built in 1844, this National Historic Site of Canada was once the main governmental building of the capital city of the Province of Canada.
+ Queen’s University (Passing By) – is a large public research institution in Kingston, Ontario. One of the oldest universities in the country, it actually predates the establishment of Canada as an independent country.
+ Royal Military College (Passing By) – is the premier degree-granting military university in the country, where cadets are trained in academics, officership, bilingualism, and athletics, considered by the Canadian military to be the four pillars of success. - Continue with a bus tour in Ottawa, highlighting:
+ Peace Tower, Centennial Flame and the Rideau Canal
+ Parliament Hill (Outside Visit) – located on the banks of the Ottawa River Canada’s capital city, is home to the Canadian Parliament. The gorgeous location and dramatic architecture make this a huge tourist location– more than 3 million people come every year.
+ Optionally visits to:
* Canadian War Museum (optional surcharge) – In 1880, the Canadian government founded the Canadian War Museum as a place to house a collection of military artifacts and memorabilia it had in its possession. The items in the collection span hundreds of years through present-day conflicts.
* History Museum (optional surcharge) – First established in 1856 as a geological center, the museum that would become the Canadian Museum of History quickly began accumulating ethnological and biological artifacts. By 1968, its continual growth forced it to move to its current location. - The tour then proceeds to Montreal’s Old Town
- Free time to explore attractions like Chinatown and Notre Dame Basilica is the oldest parish church in North Amer (Outside Visit)
Day 2
Montreal - Quebec City
- Start with a visit to Mount Royal – This hill in Montreal, Quebec is the namesake of the entire city and an important cultural, environmental, and historical landmark. The top of the so-called mountain is Mount Royal Park, one of the area’s largest forested areas.
- Explore St. Joseph’s Oratory (optional surcharge), Canada’s largest church, is a magnificent domed basilica in Montreal, Quebec that sits on the slopes of Mount Royal with can hold up to 10,000 people.
- See Montreal Tower (Outside Visit) – One of the unique features of the Montreal Olympic Stadium is its inclined tower. The observatory that sits atop the tower offers a bird’s-eye view of the city.
- Visits to the Botanical Garden (optional surcharge) – This 190-acre complex of themed botanical gardens in Montreal, Quebec is a National Historical Site of Canada and is considered one of the most significant botanical gardens in existence. The garden was founded in 1931 by the mayor.
- Montreal Biodome (optional surcharge) – Originally a building for track and field events when Montreal hosted the Olympics, today the Biodome serves as an educational facility. Its biological recreation exhibits represent the four dominant biomes in the Western Hemisphere.
- Enjoy lunch at a Maple Syrup Farm (optional) – Maple Syrup Farm tourism is popular in Quebec City during the spring when sap begins to flow and maple producers produce a bounty of maple flavored products. Take tours of a farm and enjoy sweet ciders, ice cream, pastries, candies, and more.
(Please note from Sep 25th to mid-October is Maple Leaf season,the above itinerary will be adjusted to enjoy maple in Mont Tremblant) - Continue to Old Quebec City for a tour of its:
+ Historic European-style buildings – This UNESCO World Heritage Site traces its history to 1620 and the establishment of the Saint-Louis Fort. Old Quebec is known for its architecture and its value as a testament to the impact of colonization.
+ Chateau Frontenac – The Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac is a famous grand hotel and a National Historic Site of Canada. The hotel, which is essentially a castle, sits on a hilltop in the city, and is perhaps the most-photographed hotel in the world.
+ Visit to Parliament Hill, with free time to explore. - French dinner (optional meal plan) available on local French restaurant.
Day 3
Quebec City - Thousand Islands - Toronto
- After breakfast, head to Thousand Islands National Park (April-October).
- Take the Thousand Islands cruise (optional surcharge) along the St. Lawrence River, featuring notable sites like the heart-shaped island and the shortest international bridge.
- Return to Toronto by dusk.
- Tour ends.
Included service
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
Excluded service
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you’d like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you’ve booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
Children Policy
- Infant below 2 years old sharing same room with parents is charged for 30%.
- Child from 2 to under 12 years old sharing same room with parents is charged for 75%.
- Child from 12 years old is charged for 100%.
Notes
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see’s to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you’re celebrating one of life’s big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we’re creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
Policies
Confirmation
– Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. Within 36 hours of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email confirming the booking status. Please do not book any airline tickets until you receive the status of your booking.
Redemption
– You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order was received. Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Email (e-ticket). When you reserve your attractions and services you will be asked to print e-tickets to present when you arrive at your destination. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
Terms & Condition
– All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking, please do not book the airline tickets until your received the confirmation.
– Cancellation and Refund policy (Notification day and departure day are not counted):
+ All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within one business day after purchase, customers will be fully refunded if the orders cannot be confirmed.
+ Cancellations received 14 or more days prior to departure – 50% of total purchase amount.
+ Cancellations received within 14 days of departure will incur a penalty of 100% per person.
– Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
– The refund amount will be credited directly to your AHL Tours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
– Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
– We reserve right to cancel a schedule to fully refund affected customers although we will make every effort to maintain the regular operation.
– We reserve the right to modify the tour arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.