📌 A little note: We fine-tune each tour with input from our travelers, so your itinerary may look a little different—and that’s part of the fun. We often add special “off-itinerary” stops, and sometimes adjust plans for weather, crowds, or local events so you can enjoy the best experience on the day.

🚌 Day 1 – Toronto → Ottawa → Montreal

Your adventure begins! Our deluxe motorcoach will make passenger pickups between 6:30 AM and 9:25 AM at several convenient locations. Please arrive at your chosen stop a little early to ensure a smooth departure. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as we head toward Canada’s capital city.

9:30 AM – Morning Break at The Big Apple (Colborne, Ontario)

Stretch your legs, grab a snack or coffee, and enjoy a fun photo stop at this famous roadside attraction.

12:30–1:30 PM – Lunch in Ottawa

Arrive around midday and enjoy free time for lunch at the lively ByWard Market, known for its cafés, shops, and vibrant atmosphere.

1:30–3:30 PM – Guided Tour of Ottawa (approx. 2 hours)

Discover the highlights of Canada’s capital with a local step-on guide:

• Parliament Hill (photo stop outside)
• Rideau Canal (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• National War Memorial
• Embassy Row & Prime Minister’s Residence (drive by)

7:00 PM – Arrival in Montreal

Check into your centrally located hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. You may wish to dine in Old Montreal or take a relaxed stroll through the city’s charming streets.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel (7:00 AM) before setting out to explore the vibrant sights and spirit of Montreal.

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Guided City Tour (approx. 3 hours)

Discover Montreal’s most iconic highlights with a local step-on guide:

  ○ Mount Royal Lookout – sweeping skyline views

  ○ Old Montreal & cobblestone streets

  ○ Notre-Dame Basilica – a must-see! We’ll step inside this breathtaking landmark to admire its stunning architecture and stained-glass artistry.

  ○ St. Joseph’s Oratory – Canada’s largest church (drive by)

  ○ Mount Royal Park & Gilles-Villeneuve Racetrack (drive by)

 The afternoon is yours to enjoy! Wander through Old Montreal, shop at boutiques, sip coffee at a sidewalk café, or explore one of the city’s many fascinating museums.

Dinner is on your own this evening, with plenty of excellent choices nearby. Rest well — tomorrow we’ll embark on a full-day adventure to Quebec City!

It’s an early start — enjoy breakfast at 6:00 AM before we depart at 7:00 AM for a full-day trip to Quebec City, one of North America’s most historic and picturesque cities.

9:00 AM – Rest Stop OnRoute

A short comfort break before continuing to Quebec City.

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Guided Tour of Quebec City (approx. 2 hours)

Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks with a local guide:

  ○ Château Frontenac – the world’s most photographed hotel overlooking the St. Lawrence River

  ○ Plains of Abraham & Battlefield Park – site of the 1759 French-English battle

  ○ Parliament Building – seat of Quebec’s provincial government

  ○ Citadel of Quebec – North America’s largest fortress

  ○ Notre-Dame Cathedral & Old City Hall

  ○ Grande Allée Boulevard – lined with historic homes, cafés, and restaurants

12:00–  Lunch & Free Time in Old Quebec

Stroll the cobblestone streets, enjoy French-inspired cafés, shop for souvenirs, or simply soak in the European charm.

4:30 PM – Depart Quebec City

Return to Montreal in the evening, arriving back around 7:30 PM. Dinner is at leisure.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel (7:00–8:30 AM) and check out. 

We depart Montreal at 9:00 AM, traveling towards the scenic 1000 Islands region.

12:30 PM – Lunch Stop 

2:30–3:30 PM – Thousand Islands Cruise

Step aboard for a one-hour cruise through the breathtaking 1000 Islands — the perfect way to close your Canadian journey.

After the cruise, we begin our return to Toronto, with arrival between 6:30–8:30 PM, depending on traffic.

✨ Thank you for joining us on this unforgettable tour — we hope to see you on another CosmoVista adventure soon!