Discover the highlights of Eastern Canada, from the thundering Horseshoe Falls of Niagara to the cobblestone streets of Québec City. Feel the mist of Niagara Falls, cruise through Thousand Islands National Park on the St. Lawrence River, and explore the distinctive character of Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, and Québec City. Visit landmarks including Parliament Hill, Notre-Dame Basilica, and Place Royale while discovering the history, culture, and French heritage that define this remarkable region.Along the way, savor regional favorites including local icewine with dinner overlooking Niagara Falls, lunch beside the St. Lawrence River, a classic French dinner in Old Québec, breakfast at a traditional sugar shack, and Ottawa's beloved BeaverTail pastry. PLUS, this tour includes your choice of excursions in Ottawa, giving you the freedom to plan your day your way.
Small-Group Discovery Dates Available
Select Globus 2021 North America tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus North America tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Special features included in this tour:• Guided sightseeing in Toronto • Niagara Falls cruise and dinner featuring [LF] local icewine with views overlooking the falls• Cruise through Thousand Island National Park with a dockside lunch on the St. Lawrence River• Guided sightseeing in Ottawa, including Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and an iconic BeaverTail pastry• Globus Choice excursion in Ottawa: choose one – a guided walking tour or a cruise on the Rideau Canal• Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Cap-de-la-Madeleine, one of Canada’s most important pilgrimage sites• Guided sightseeing in Québec City, including Lower Town, Place Royale, and the historic Plains of Abraham • Traditional sugar shack breakfast with maple syrup tasting near Québec City, celebrating one of Québec’s most cherished culinary traditions• Guided sightseeing in Montréal, including Notre Dame Basilica, renowned for its Gothic Revival architecture and magnificent interior• Enjoy spectacular fall colors on Fall Foliage departures: September 17-October 17 (Mother Nature permitting)
Meals
Meals & Itinerary
Breakfast daily, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Notes:
Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour, including over uneven ground during select days of sightseeing. Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading, and limited access to passenger amenities on board certain vessels.
Itinerary
Day 1 ARRIVE IN TORONTO, ONTARIO
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.TORONTO.jpg
Day 2 TORONTO
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. TOUR HIGHLIGHTElegant, 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.TORONTO-LEGISLATIVE-BUILDING.jpg
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Day 3 TORONTO–NIAGARA FALLS
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 ice wine overlooking the falls. TOUR HIGHLIGHTSpanning 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.NIAGARA-FALLS.jpg
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Day 4 NIAGARA FALLS–ROCKPORT–THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK–OTTAWA
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. 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.THOUSAND-ISLANDS.jpg
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Day 5 OTTAWA
Spend your day your way in Ottawa Enjoy guided sightseeing this morning through the legendary landmarks of the Canadian capital city of Ottawa, including the residence of the Governor General, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, and the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the sweeter side of Ottawa with a beloved local treat, a Canadian beavertail. Explore more of Ottawa with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
CAPITAL CITY STROLL
Step into Ottawa's past on a walking sightseeing tour with a local guide. Discover the stories behind the city's iconic landmarks and walk the paths of history as the capital's fascinating figures, scandals, and triumphs come to life. Enjoy majestic European-influenced architecture and feel the energy at the bustling ByWard Market on the leisurely walking tour.
RIDEAU CANAL CRUISE
Experience the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, during a one-hour narrated canal cruise. Watch the centuries-old locks in operation and enjoy views of Canada's capital city from the modern electric vessel.
The rest of the afternoon is free. You may wish to visit the world-renowned Canadian Museum of History, shop for souvenirs, or spend time at the National Gallery of Canada.
LOCAL FAVORITE Enjoy a delicious Canadian specialty, the BeaverTail, a pastry stretched to the shape of a beaver tail with cinnamon sugar added for extra sweetnesse!OTTAWA.jpg
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Day 6 OTTAWA–CAP-DE-LA-MADELEINE, QUÉBEC–QUÉBEC CITY
French Sights & Bites Drive north to Cap-de-la-Madeleine for a visit to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, a national shrine famous for its fine stained-glass windows. Enjoy time to stroll through the grounds of the sanctuary and see the miraculous Madonna in the old chapel. Continue to romantic Québec City, one of the most historic and best-preserved cities in North America. This evening, savor regional French cuisine at a special dinner in Old Town Québec. TOUR HIGHLIGHTExplore the beautiful city of Québec, the French-founded capital and principal port of Canada’s Québec province. One of the oldest cities in Canada— Québec City retains more than 400 years of tradition, architecture, and Old-World charm in the only remaining walled city north of Mexico. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a romantic city of narrow cobblestone streets, stone buildings, fortifications, and rich French-Canadian culture and cuisine. Take in the city’s splendid views of the surrounding landscape and unique character, which prompted Charles Dickens to call it the “Gibraltar of North America.”CAP-DE-LA-MADELEINE.jpg
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Day 7 QUÉBEC CITY
French-Canadian Treasures Start your morning at a family run sugar shack for a robust maple syrup breakfast and a behind the scenes look at how syrup is made. Then meet your Local Guide for an engaging walk through Canada’s only walled city. Explore Place d’Armes, the historic Laval Seminary, and the atmospheric Place Royale; wander the charming streets of Lower Town along the St. Lawrence and stand on the storied Plains of Abraham. The afternoon is free to explore on your own – relax at a cozy bistro, browse boutique shops, or keep uncovering Old Québec’s layers of history and culture. LOCAL FAVORITE Maple harvesting is a multigenerational tradition. Learn how maple sap is collected from sugar maple trees and carefully boiled down to produce pure maple syrup that flavors hearty Quebecois recipes. Enjoy regional dishes featuring this iconic ingredient while experiencing an authentic part of Québec’s agricultural heritage.ENHANCED FREE TIME Explore more with free time in Old Québec City. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. This evening, consider an optional dinner that includes a visit to 274-foot-high Montmorency Falls and dinner at Le Moulin de Saint-Laurent - a restored 17th-century flour mill.QUEBEC-CITY-VIEW.jpg
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Day 8 QUÉBEC CITY–MONTRÉAL
Magical Montréal On to Montréal, where sightseeing with a Local Guide includes Notre Dame Basilica, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner in the heart of Old Montréal—the perfect ending to your vacation! TOUR HIGHLIGHTExplore one of Canada’s great cultural capitals where the traditional Québécois style is celebrated along its cobblestone streets and grand buildings in European flair. MONTREAL-OLD-CITY.jpg
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Day 9 MONTRÉAL
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more in Montréal? Additional nights are available for purchase. MONTREAL-SKYLINE.jpg
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Tour Director
With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.
DANIEL WILSON
Escorting tours for more than 10 years
Escorting tours for more than 10 years
“Even though I've lived here my entire life, Canada still blows me away and it shows on my tours. That's why I became a Tour Director, to share my love of this country with others. And whether you're traveling from overseas or just down the road, you're going to have a fantastic time. Sure, you may groan at my jokes, but as soon as you get back home, you'll be sharing them with your friends! Let me share my passion, knowledge, and stories of Canada with you!”
Optional Excursions
No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else,
we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.
When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination,
so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities.
Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value.
Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences.
We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.
The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.
Price Ranges
$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)
Ottawa
RIDEAU CANAL CRUISE
Experience the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, during a one-hour narrated canal cruise. Watch the centuries-old locks in operation and enjoy views of Canada's capital city from the modern electric vessel.
Price Range: $
CAPITAL CITY STROLL
Step into Ottawa's past on a walking sightseeing tour with a local guide. Discover the stories behind the city's iconic landmarks and walk the paths of history as the capital's fascinating figures, scandals, and triumphs come to life. Enjoy majestic European-influenced architecture and feel the energy at the bustling ByWard Market on the leisurely walking tour.
Price Range: $
The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.