Best of Eastern Canada & USA - 2022

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Uncover the best of Eastern Canada and USA as you explore these diverse countries in a style and manner that suits you. From delicious regional delicacies such as maple syrup on Ile d’Orleans, to the sweeping skylines of New York City, you'll be taken aback by Canada's beauty and the US's revolutionary history. Top tip: Don't forget your raincoat as you board...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Toronto: At 18:00, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.
    • New York: This evening, your local EatWith host will delight you with a home-cooked meal and immerse you in life in NYC.
    • Ottawa: After learning French-Cuisine techniques from a professional, sit down and get a taste of the cooking demonstration with a three-course Dinner with wine.
    • Ile d'Orleans: Enjoy lunch at a local sugar shack on the island and learn how maple syrup is created and harvested.
    • Quebec: In the evening you’ll choose from a selection of top local restaurants on a Dine-Around Evening.
    • Acadia NP: The evening is saved for a delectable Highlight Dinner with your new friends, as you feast on authentic Maine lobster.
    • Washington DC: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Celebration Dinner and toast to new friends and fantastic memories.
    • Dining Summary: 15 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L) and 6 Dinners with wine (DW).
    • Niagara Falls: Board your cruise and greet the howling spray, wind and thunder at the base of the falls. Browse the shops and galleries of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
    • Kingston: See the old buildings, churches and fortifications.

What's this trip about?

    Uncover the best of Eastern Canada and USA as you explore these diverse countries in a style and manner that suits you. From delicious regional delicacies such as maple syrup on Ile d’Orleans, to the sweeping skylines of New York City, you'll be taken aback by Canada's beauty and the US's revolutionary history. Top tip: Don't forget your raincoat as you board a cruise taking you up close to the thundering phenomenon that is Niagara Falls.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityToronto ON
End CityWashington DC

Destinations

  • North America
  • Canada
  • United States

Attractions

  • Boston
  • Montreal
  • New York
  • Ottawa
  • Quebec
  • Toronto
  • Washington
  • York

Trip includes

    • Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
    • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
    • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
    • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
    • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
    • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
    • From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
    • If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Thrilling Toronto.

Welcome to Toronto, a vibrant city on Lake Ontario, full of fine restaurants, bars and a unique mix of cultures. On arrival at Toronto International Airport, a transfer will take you to your hotel. You’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner with wine at 18:00. (Dinner with Wine)

Day 2: Toronto and the Thundering Falls of Niagara.

Travel up University Avenue to see Queen's Park and the Parliament Buildings, before venturing on to spectacular Niagara Falls. View this great natural wonder up-close on a cruise to the base of the falls. Browse quaint Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto. (Breakfast)

Day 3: Kingston and Ottawa.

Journey to historic Kingston, otherwise known as the Limestone City and view the old buildings, churches and fortifications, with many of them being constructed from limestone itself. Continue to the Canadian capital of Ottawa where you’ll join a cooking demonstration...

Day 4: Canada's Capital to Montreal.

Get ready for an exciting morning exploring Ottawa, with a tour of the city’s stately boulevards, before heading to the diverse metropolis of Montreal, which is in the French-speaking province of Quebec. (Breakfast)

Day 5: Montreal, the Royal Mountain.

Today you’ll join a Local Expert who will guide you around Old Montreal, the grand mansions of Mount Royal, and the iconic Notre-Dame Basilica. The rest of the day is free to enjoy as you please. (Breakfast)

Day 6: Ile d'Orleans and the walled City of Quebec.

Depart Montreal and head to Quebec City today. Cross the bridge to spellbinding Ile d'Orleans, a rural wonderland of small-scale farms, orchards, wineries and culinary artisans. Enjoy lunch at a local sugar shack on the island and learn how maple syrup is created and ...

Day 7: Quintessential Quebec.

Discover more of Quebec’s unique European charm with a Local Expert, who will guide you along the city’s quaint cobblestone streets. You'll see the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, City Hall and Palace Royale. You'll also walk past the Citadel, which offers great vie...

Day 8: Quebec to Bar Harbor.

Bid 'Au Revoir' to Quebec City as you cross the U.S. border and travel toward Mount Desert Island on the Atlantic Coast. A tranquil getaway, this large island comes with freshwater lakes, rugged clifftops, forests and striking mountains. Make the most of the tranquil setting at your hotel, which is situated on the island itself. (Breakfast)

Day 9: Explore Acadia National Park.

Take in the natural beauty of Acadia National Park, with its dramatic rocky shoreline and rugged nautical charm. You'll witness amazing views of the park from the top of Cadillac Mountain, while guests wanting to explore on foot can join their Travel Director to view ...

Day 10: Coastal New England to Boston.

Follow the rocky Maine shoreline, stopping in picturesque Kennebunkport, a glitzy, New England resort town and the iconic home of the Bush family. The town has a number of fine, well-preserved mansions, many of which have been turned into pretty inns. (Breakfast)

Day 11: 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 16 historically significant sites, including Old State House and the meeting hou...

Day 12: A Bite of the Big Apple.

Follow the bright lights to New York City. Visit the Top of the Rock Observation Deck with stunning views of the New York skyline. Your hotel is in the heart of Midtown and a short, 10-minute walk from the United Nations Headquarters and just steps away from Grand Cen...

Day 13: A Manhattan Masterpiece.

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. (Breakfast)

Day 14: Liberty in Philadelphia and D.C.

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...

Day 15: 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 sprawling National Mall. Reflect on the country's most turbulent days at the Lincoln Memorial and the Worl...

Day 16: Depart Washington, D.C.

A morning transfer will take you to Dulles International Airport or Reagan National Airport for your flight home. Alternatively, extend your stay at your own pleasure. (Breakfast)

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Price From $5,675
Price per day$355
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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As the global leader in premium tours, Insight Vacations delivers all the sights and insights of destinations up close and personal. Each tour is crafted in true comfort and style with premium 5 and 4 star hotels, small groups and customized coaches with extra leg room. The brand’s category leading dining options including the unique dine-around and dine-at-home experiences means that guests enjoy a culinary journey through the places they visit. An extensive Vegetarian option across all tour series further compliments the elevated dining offering. With a Make Travel Matter Experience®, that creates a positive impact for both the visitor and visited, plus also supports the United Nations sustainable Development Goals, included on each and every trip, Insight Vacations leads the way in immersive responsible travel.

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