Exploring the East in Style

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  • Windsor Arms

    A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award—and voted #1 hotel in Toronto by Condé Nast Traveler magazinethe Windsor Arms is a luxury heritage hotel located on a quiet street just steps from the trendy Yorvkille area of downtown Toronto. With just 28 rooms, the boutique property exudes intimacy and tradition, and was designated a heritage site in 1991.  Amenities include two restaurants, a lounge and tea room, spa, and health club with indoor pool.  

    Windsor Arms
  • Saint Sulpice

    A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award, this new boutique hotel features 108 suites ranging from 550 to 1500 square feet, a restaurant, fitness centre, and bar. It is located in the historic district of Old Montréal, behind the famed Notre Dame Basilica and a block from the Old Port.  

    Saint Sulpice
  • Hotel Quintessence

    This luxury boutique hotel was featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Gold List, and carries a AAA Four Diamond rating. It features 30 large, elegant suites, all of which overlook Lac Tremblant in the heart of the Laurentians. There is also a fine dining restaurant with an adjacent wine bar and tasting room, the Sans Sabots spa, an outdoor pool and hot tub.

    Hotel Quintessence
  • Auberge Saint Antoine

    With just 95 guest rooms, this boutique hotel is located in the heart of Québec City’s Old Port, facing the St. Lawrence River. Set on an important archeological site, it comprises both restored historical buildings and a modern wing, with archeological artifacts displayed throughout. According to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2009 Readers Choice Awards, this is the Top Hotel in Canada. It was also featured among Travel + Leisure’s America’s Top 10 Small City Hotels in 2009, and carries a AAA Four Diamond rating. The onsite restaurant, Panache, serves French-Canadian cuisine.

    Auberge Saint Antoine

Rate per person: CAD $8,815 based on double occupancy, peak season departure

This 12-day/ 11-night trip offers an incredibly comprehensive introduction to the great cities and historic sites of Eastern Canada. You’ll explore in style, marveling in spectacular scenery from the comfort of your own private transfer vehicles and guided tours, while staying in spacious suites at each top hotel. Trip highlights are too numerous to count, including all the must-sees of Toronto, Montréal, Mont-Tremblant and Québec City—not to mention Niagara Falls and Québec’s Beaupré Coast. You’ll discover everything from chic boutiques and award-winning wines to Gothic architecture and Québécois street food. Great for couples or families.

See Historic Canadian Cities in Luxury

Day 1
Upon your arrival in Toronto, your driver will transport you to your hotel in trendy Yorkville. Start exploring on your own before an incredible dinner—Toronto is renowned for its multiculturalism and fine cuisine, so you’ll have plenty of choices! Accommodations are at the Windsor Arms Hotel in a Junior Suite.

Day 2
Discover Toronto with your private driver and guide. See the main attractions, including the CN Tower, Skydome, Royal Ontario Museum and Yonge Street, plus spend time in Chinatown, Little Italy, Portugal Village, and Cabbagetown. Finish in the Entertainment District, home to Toronto’s famous theatre venues and lavish musicals. Accommodations are at the Windsor Arms Hotel in a Junior Suite.

Day 3
Meet your driver and guide for a full day outing to Niagara Falls. From the boardwalk, view the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and spot the smaller American Falls on the far side—or take a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist for an up-close experience. Later, head to picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake for dinner at a local winery. Accommodations are at the Windsor Arms Hotel in a Junior Suite.

Day 4
Take the train from Toronto to Montréal, where you’ll be met and transported to your next hotel. Wander the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal to visit the many interesting stores, galleries and restaurants within steps of your hotel. Accommodations are at Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel in a Deluxe Suite.

Day 5
Enjoy a culinary tour of Montréal with your private guide and driver. Stops (with tastings!) include such temples as the St. Viateur Bagel Factory (the birthplace of the bagel), Van Houtte Coffee Shop, Jean Talon Market, the famous smoked meat delis of the Jewish quarter, Chinatown, and the Francophone district—for Quebeckers’ favourite junk food, poutine. Accommodations are at Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel in a Deluxe Suite.

Day 6
Spend the morning exploring Old Montréal. Visit the exact site where French settlers first set foot on the island, visit Notre Dame Basilica, a splendid example of English Gothic Revival architecture, and more. In the afternoon, see the modern side of Montréal with visits to Mount Royal, Olympic Stadium, Expo 67 sites, the F1 circuit, various ethnic neighbourhoods, and Montréal Underground. Accommodations are at Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel in a Deluxe Suite.

Day 7
Meet your driver for the two-hour drive to Mont Tremblant, in the Laurentian Mountains. Take a walk around the village tonight and explore its boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Accommodations are at Hotel Quintessence in a Q-Suite.

Day 8
Take the panoramic gondola to the top of Mont-Tremblant for great views—and to access hiking trails, the observation tower, birds of prey show, the restaurant and more. At the Beach & Tennis Club on Lake Tremblant, swim, sail, kayak, or windsurf. Alternatively, play golf or discover the 13 cross-country trails leading to the village. Accommodations are at Hotel Quintessence in a Q-Suite.

Day 9
Your driver will transport you to Québec City and your next hotel facing the St. Lawrence River. Tonight, walk to nearby Place Royale and Quartier du Petit Champlain to explore cobblestone streets, boutiques and restaurants. Québec City is home to more restaurants per capita than anywhere in North America! Accommodations are at the Auberge Saint-Antoine in a Suite.

Day 10
Along with your expert guide, explore the Old City’s stone buildings and labyrinth of narrow, winding streets on foot. Discover Place d’Armes, the Basilica, Latin Quarter, City Hall, Parliament, Plains of Abraham, and the Citadel. Hear about the lives of those who created and defended Québec City over four tumultuous centuries. Accommodations are at the Auberge Saint-Antoine in a Suite.

Day 11
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing along the Beaupré Coast. Pass through quaint villages, stop at Montmorency Falls, see the famous Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré basilica, visit a woodworking workshop, and learn about the early years of the colony. Spend the afternoon on the island of Orléans, sampling homemade paté, ice cider, bread, and chocolate. Accommodations are at the Auberge Saint-Antoine in a Suite.

Day 12
Your driver will transport you from your hotel in Québec City to Jean Lesage International Airport in time for your scheduled departure. Safe travels!

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