Best of Eastern Canada and USA

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Highlights

Niagara Falls: Get up close and personal with the mighty Falls. Experience the awesome power, thundering water and amazing mist from a state of the art eco-catamaran, making it a perfect and memorable way to experience this natural wonder. After the rush of excitement and rush of water, slow down and explore Niagara-on-the-Lake, a beautifully preserved 19th century village in the heart of Ontario wine country.  The flower-filled, tree-lined town features old world architecture, boutique shopping and plenty of character allowing for a truly charming time.

Montreal: Join a local Expert who will guide you around Old Montreal and Mont Royal. View the colorful old port and Place Jacques-Cartier, both at the magnificent heart of the old city.

Montreal: Discover the history of the first neo-gothic church in Canada, an important witness of Montréal's foundations and breathtaking architecture, gold leaves, infinite blue, thousands of stars and exceptional stained glass windows.

Quebec City: Discover more of Quebec’s unique European charm with a Local Expert. Get an in-depth look at why Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage site as you see the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, City Hall, Palace Royale and views of the grand Chateau Frontenac.

Boston: Explore the great city of Boston, with your Travel Director and learn about its transformative past. You’ll follow part of the red-brick Freedom Trail that brings the story of the American Revolution to life. Journeying to other historically significant sights that include the Boston Common, the Old Corner Bookstore and the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. View the colourful neighbourhood of Back Bay and the lively North End, otherwise known as Boston’s Little Italy.

New York City: Take a bite of the Big Apple as a Local Expert shows you the very best the city has to offer, including intimate looks at Times Square and Rockefeller Center. Also view other icons of the famous city skyline such as the Empire State Building, and the Art Deco filled Chrysler Building.

Philadelphia: Explore the UNESCO-listed Independence National Historic Park and see the famous crack that runs down the Liberty Bell, whose inscription has inspired so many in history to "proclaim liberty.” It is the first and only institution in America established by Congress to increase the awareness and understanding of the Constitution on a nonpartisan basis among the American people.

Washington, D.C.: Take a tour of the history lined streets of Washington, D.C. and learn about the proud heritage of a nation. View the White House, the striking Washington Monument, and sprawling National Mall. Reflect on the country's most turbulent days at the Lincoln Memorial and the somber World War II Memorial.

Washington, D.C.: This striking museum has collected more than 36,000 artefacts that reflect history, politics, sports, arts and entertainment. Explore the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives, and how it helped shape this nation.

Itinerary

See the top destinations in two countries on this 14-Day guided tour of Canada and the U.S. Stroll the urban-but-regal Queen's Park in downtown Toronto, then get up-close to the world’s most famous waterfall, Niagara Falls. Step inside the Notre-Dame Basilica-a masterpiece of Gothic Revival. Walk with a guide along part of the Freedom Trail in Boston, a 2.5-mile trail with 16 historically significant sites, including the house where the Boston Tea Party was planned in 1773. In Philadelphia, see the Liberty Bell, rung throughout history to announce some of the country’s most historical moments, such as the death of George Washington. In New York City, meet local vendors at a neighbourhood public market and taste local specialities.

day 1 - Thrilling Toronto

Welcome to Toronto, a vibrant city on Lake Ontario known for its food and wine scene and eclectic restaurants. After settling in, feel free to explore the town and discover what it has to offer. Later, savour dinner accompanied by wine in the company of your fellow travellers.

Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Toronto
Accommodation:Hilton, Toronto

day 2 - Toronto and the Thundering Falls of Niagara

See Toronto's top sights before venturing to the quaint 19th-century town of Niagara-on-the-Lake which offers gorgeous views of Lake Ontario. See the flowers and old-world architecture of the city before heading to the spectacular Niagara Falls. Experience the thrill of Niagara Falls up close on a state-of-the-art eco-catamaran. Feel the mighty power, thundering water and mesmerising mist on this memorable boat ride to the base of the falls. Next, you can choose to soar above Niagara's stunning landscapes on an exhilarating helicopter flight. Witness the Whirlpool Rapids, Rainbow Bridge, American Falls, Skylon Tower and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, where rainbows appear in the mist. Later, return to Toronto for an evening at leisure or choose to visit the top of the iconic CN Tower which defines the Toronto Skyline. Interact with visual exhibits to learn fascinating stories about this engineering marvel and enjoy panoramic views of the skyline and Lake Ontario.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Toronto, Niagara Falls, Toronto
Accommodation:Hilton, Toronto

day 3 - Kingston and Ottawa

Journey to historic Kingston, otherwise known as the Limestone City. Here youll view the citys storied buildings, churches and fortifications, many of which being constructed from limestone itself. Continue to the Canadian capital of Ottawa where youll join a cooking demonstration at a local barn owned by Just Food, a non-profit organization that creates dining experiences focused on sustainable food and farming practices. Learn new culinary skills and discover more about local cuisine using staples from the Canadian terroir such as maple sugar, haskaps, Labrador tea and wildflowers. End the experience with a delicious three-course dinner with wine, before heading back to your hotel.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa
Accommodation:Ottawa Marriott

day 4 - Canada's Capital to Montreal

Get ready for an exciting morning exploring Ottawa on a tour of the citys stately boulevards. Then, visit Mdahk Farm and experience a lively traditional Powwow dance. Join this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience and learn about the diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada and how they revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans. Continue to the diverse metropolis of Montreal, which is in the French-speaking province of Quebec.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Ottawa, Montreal
Accommodation:Marriott Chateau Champlain, Montreal

day 5 - Montreal, the Royal Mountain

Today youll join a Local Expert who will guide you around Old Montreal. The narrow cobblestone streets draw you in with their lively little plazas, shops and cafes. From the grand mansions of Mount Royal to the iconic old port, Old Montreal is a historic neighbourhood that is now a major hot spot with beautiful architecture, vibrant street art and plenty of opportunities for photo-ops, especially at the top of Mount Royal. Next, visit the Notre-Dame Basilica and discover the history of the first neo-gothic church in Canada and marvel at its breathtaking architecture and exceptional stained glass windows. The rest of the day is free to enjoy as you please.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Montreal
Accommodation:Marriott Chateau Champlain, Montreal

day 6 - Montmorency Falls Park to Quebec City Relaxed Start

Depart Montreal and immerse yourself in Canadian culinary adventures as you indulge in the sweet delights of maple syrup, harvested and crafted right on-site. After lunch, join an Insight Choice experience to Montmorency Falls Park where you will experience that natural wonder that towers 84m (272 feet) tall over the Saint Lawrence River. Or, visit a Copper Art Studio for a guided tour and demonstration of the repouss copper art before trying it yourself.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Montreal, Quebec City
Accommodation:Hilton, Quebec

day 7 - Quintessential Quebec

Discover more of Quebec Citys history and charm with a Local Expert. You'll see the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, City Hall and Palace Royale, while learning about the citys long history as one of the oldest European settlements in North America. No visit to Old Quebec would be complete without seeing the grand hotel Chteau Frontenac, designated a National Historic Site of Canada and UNESCO World Heritage Site, being one of the first grand railway hotels completed in Canada. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the evening enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers in historic old Quebec.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Quebec City
Accommodation:Hilton, Quebec

day 8 - Qubec City to Boston

Depart Quebec City, crossing the border from Canada into the USA to explore the scenic beauty of New England. Take in the breathtaking views of the White Mountains as you journey through Franconia Notch State Park, winding past the parks characteristic high peaks and dense woodlands. As Bostons skyline comes into view, feel the excitement grow, as you anticipate two unforgettable nights in one of America's most dynamic cities.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Quebec City, Franconia Notch State Park, Boston
Accommodation:Hyatt Regency, Boston

day 9 - Boston, the Cradle of Liberty

Famous for its American Revolutionary war history, Boston is a place for keen history buffs. Join your Travel Director as they guide you along the Freedom Trail, a route that leads you to several historically significant sites, including the Old State House and the meeting house where the Boston Tea Party of 1773 was planned. The rest of your day is at leisure. Perhaps take a stroll to Downtown Crossing or historic Faneuil Hall. For foodies in search of the city's best street eats, head to Boston's North End. With its large Italian community, this part of town houses some of the best Italian bakeries in the city, as lines of shoppers circle the block to get their hands on fresh cannoli and other treats.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Boston
Accommodation:Hyatt Regency, Boston

day 10 - A Bite of the Big Apple

Follow the bright lights to New York City. Choose to visit one of the city's newest attractions, Summit One Vanderbilt with stunning views of the New York skyline, or explore Midtown's fascinating architecture on foot with a Local Expert. This evening, your hotel is in the heart of Times Square and a short walk from iconic attractions like the Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park and Broadway Theatre.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Boston, New York City
Accommodation:The Westin New York at Times Square, New York

day 11 - A Manhattan Masterpiece Relaxed Start

Explore the City that Never Sleeps with your Local Expert, before heading out on your own. If it's tranquillity you're after, relish the calm of Central Park, an expansive space designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Later, visit Essex Lower East Side Neighbourhood Market for a food tour and demonstration.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:New York City
Accommodation:The Westin New York at Times Square, New York

day 12 - Liberty in Philadelphia and D.C. Relaxed Start

Travel to Pennsylvania's largest city, Philadelphia, where the Liberty Bell first chimed and Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Explore Independence National Historic Park and visit the Liberty Bell with your Travel Director. Journey to Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps join an optional Illuminations Tour in the evening to see the capital's sights in a new light.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C.
Accommodation:Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle

day 13 - Washington, D.C. Sightseeing and Leisure Time

In the morning, immerse yourself on a sightseeing tour and delve into the proud heritage of a nation. View the White House, the striking Washington Monument, and the sprawling National Mall. Reflect on the country's most turbulent days at the Lincoln Memorial and the World War II Memorial. Next, visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the newest member of the Smithsonian Institution and the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. The rest of the day is at leisure. Join your Travel Director and fellow guests for dinner and toast to new friends and fantastic memories.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Washington, D.C.
Accommodation:Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle

day 14 - Depart Washington, D.C.

Depart at your leisure to Dulles International Airport or Reagan National Airport for your flight home. Alternatively, extend your stay to depart at your leisure.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Washington, D.C.
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Hilton, Toronto HotelOttawa Marriott HotelMarriott Chateau Champlain, Montreal HotelHilton, Quebec HotelHyatt Regency, Boston HotelThe Westin New York at Times Square, New York HotelRoyal Sonesta Dupont Circle HotelNew York City: Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour walking tour through the heart of New York City, starting at the iconic Grand Central Terminal and learn the storied transportation legacy of this historic landmark. Immerse yourself in the luminosity of Broadway in the Theatre District, marvel at the architectural opulence of Radio City Music Hall, pause to contemplate the grandeur of St. Patrick's Cathedral, and explore the legendary Rockefeller Center with its Art Deco splendour. Traverse the celebrated Fifth Avenue, discovering both highlights and hidden gems in this renowned shopping and cultural district. Conclude the journey at your hotel.New York City: Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour walking tour through the heart of New York City, starting at the iconic Grand Central Terminal and learn the storied transportation legacy of this historic landmark. Immerse yourself in the luminosity of Broadway in the Theatre District, marvel at the architectural opulence of Radio City Music Hall, pause to contemplate the grandeur of St. Patrick's Cathedral, and explore the legendary Rockefeller Center with its Art Deco splendour. Traverse the celebrated Fifth Avenue, discovering both highlights and hidden gems in this renowned shopping and cultural district. Conclude the journey at your hotel.
Meals
Dinner (x6)Breakfast (x13)LunchToronto: Delve into Canadian specialities during dinner in the nation's largest city.Ottawa: Join a cooking demonstration at Just Food Community Farm, nestled within Ottawa’s lush 150-acre Greenbelt. Discover the meaning of forest to table as your chef prepares your meal using local foraged ingredients. This entertaining cooking experience is hands on, and you may find yourself participating as a sous chef for a day. Savour a 3-course feast, perfectly paired with wine.Trois-Rivieres: Guests enjoy a traditional Sugar shack (Cabane sucre) lunch full of traditional staples and the French-Canadian hospitality.Quebec City: Savour the evening in an intimate setting as you enjoy a Highlight Dinner in historic Old Quebec.Washington: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a dinner and toast to new friends and fantastic memories.Ottawa: Gain new culinary skills and learn more about regional cuisine with a local chef during a cooking demonstration at C'est Bon.New York City: This late afternoon, enjoy a visit to Essex Market, a cornerstone of the Lower East Side for over 100 years. Meet and hear the stories of local vendors while tasting their noteworthy specialities from around the world. Enjoy and learn from a live cooking demonstration while hearing how our visit to this non-profit run market contributes to countless programs aimed to provide quality, affordable food to the community and foster entrepreneurship as well as economic development.Welcome Dinner in Toronto • Cooking Demonstration and three-course Highlight Dinner in Ottawa • Celebration Dinner in Washington, D.C.
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Choose between two carefully selected activitiesQuebec City: Experience Montmorency Falls, the remarkable natural wonder that towers 30 meters higher than Niagara Falls. Walk the full width of the falls on a suspension bridge between both sides of the park with roaring water below for a unique, adrenaline filled perspective. If you're feeling more adventurous, take the 487 panoramic staircase down along the cliff.Quebec City: Get up close and personal discovering metal craftsmanship at the copper art studio. Learn how – beginning with a Jewellery box decorated with tin and embossed copper panels – the repoussé technique has been passed down in the Gilles family for over 90 years. After seeing a collection of fascinating copper art, experiment for yourself using thin sheets of copper and tools to create your own work or art.Choose between two carefully selected activitiesNew York City: Newly constructed in Midtown Manhattan, Summit One Vanderbilt has amazing views of the NYC skyline, especially the Chrysler Building. Summit One has four levels of multi-sensory space that represent art and design. With amazing views of the NYC skyline, guests will walkthrough a five-part-story-driven immersive art experience that includes reflective glass, optical illusions and art installations meant to challenge your perspective. Outside, there is also a wrap-around viewing deck that allows for amazing views and photosQuebec City: Experience Montmorency Falls, the remarkable natural wonder that towers 30 meters higher than Niagara Falls. Walk the full width of the falls on a suspension bridge between both sides of the park with roaring water below for a unique, adrenaline filled perspective. If you're feeling more adventurous, take the 487 panoramic staircase down along the cliff.Quebec City: Get up close and personal discovering metal craftsmanship at the copper art studio. Learn how – beginning with a Jewellery box decorated with tin and embossed copper panels – the repoussé technique has been passed down in the Gilles family for over 90 years. After seeing a collection of fascinating copper art, experiment for yourself using thin sheets of copper and tools to create your own work or art.New York City: Newly constructed in Midtown Manhattan, Summit One Vanderbilt has amazing views of the NYC skyline, especially the Chrysler Building. Summit One has four levels of multi-sensory space that represent art and design. With amazing views of the NYC skyline, guests will walkthrough a five-part-story-driven immersive art experience that includes reflective glass, optical illusions and art installations meant to challenge your perspective. Outside, there is also a wrap-around viewing deck that allows for amazing views and photosOttawa: Learn about the Manitobah Mukluks Storyboot Project, a key initiative that aims to revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans who fashion mukluks and moccasins in the traditional way. After receiving the prestigious TreadRight Heritage Initiative grant, the project now endeavours to expand its partnerships, teaching opportunities and artisan support network.Ottawa: Visit Mādahòkì Farm and learn about diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada and how dance has helped revive the traditional arts. Your experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.Embark on a cruise to the base of Niagara Falls.Visit historic Kingston • Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal • Ile d'Orleans • Quebec City • Acadia National Park • Kennebunkport • Boston's Freedom Trail • Times Square in NYC • Philadelphia's Liberty Bell • Washington D.C.City tours of Montreal, Quebec City and New York City with Local Experts; Washington, D.C.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. We visited the main cities in both Canada and USA and had plenty of free time to go out and explore areas that we already had seen or to others that we had been recommended to.

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We completed a two-week Canada & USA trip, and it was truly a breathtaking experience. A huge thanks to our incredible Travel Director whose professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care for everyone’s comfort made the journey so smooth and pleasant. Every question was answered with patience and clarity. It was really kind of him to remember and respect my dietary needs during the trip — I truly appreciated it. Special thanks also to , our wonderful driver, whose kindness and thoughtful gestures made us feel truly special. His habit of holding our hands as we stepped off the bus made a world of difference—simple acts of care like this created a warm and family-like atmosphere. Thank you both for making this holiday so memorable. Wishing all the best to them and insight vacation.

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It was a well organised tour with a number of dinners and local city tours included. The Tour Director was most knowledgeable and driver excellent.

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Great tour itinerary with 2 x night accommodation at quality, well-located, hotels. Daily schedules included stops at highlights both en-route or at designated city stopovers, as well as sufficient “at leisure” time to explore independently. Our excellent Tour Director, provided insightful knowledge of destinations and recommendations throughout the tour. The coach transport was first-class as was our Driver. Availability of the on-board Wi-Fi and electronic device re-charging was particularly convenient. The Local Guides were engaging and professional.

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