Beyond the Postcard Views

Three iconic cities. Zero planning.
We take care of everything — you simply enjoy the journey.

Montréal. Ottawa. Québec City.
All in one seamless, relaxed experience.

The kind of trip you don’t have to think about — just enjoy.

Tour Snapshot

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Destinations: Ottawa, Montréal,Québec City.
Departure: Toronto (with meet-the-group option in Montréal)
Transportation: Deluxe motorcoach with onboard washroom
Group Size: Approximately 30–45 travelers
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate — comfortable walking through historic districts
Best Time to Travel: Late May (Montréal’s lilac gardens in bloom)

Coach Departure Locations

Our deluxe motorcoach makes convenient pick-ups across the GTA before heading to Ottawa.

Toronto – York Mills Station
Scarborough – Kennedy Commons
Mississauga – Hurontario / Hwy 401
Etobicoke – The Westway
Pickering – SmartCentres Pickering
Colborne – The Big Apple

View full pickup locations & parking instructions →

Who This Tour Is Perfect For

This journey is ideal for travelers who:

✔ Enjoy discovering historic cities and cultural landmarks
✔ Prefer a comfortable pace with guided highlights and free time
✔ Appreciate the convenience of coach travel without driving
✔ Are independent, active adults or seniors comfortable walking through historic districts

Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or with friends, this tour offers a relaxed and enriching way to experience some of Canada’s most beautiful cities.

What’s Included

✔ Round-trip deluxe motorcoach transportation
✔ 3 nights hotel accommodation in Montréal
✔ Daily hotel breakfasts
✔ Guided city tours of Montréal, Ottawa, and Québec City
✔ Visit to Montréal Botanical Garden & Lilac Collection
✔ Scenic Thousand Islands boat cruise

✔ Solo travelers welcome (single rooms available)
✔ Professional step-on guides in each destination
✔ Carefully designed itinerary with balanced pacing
✔ Services of a tour director throughout the journey

What’s Not Included

• Lunches and dinners unless otherwise stated
• Optional attractions such as the AURA light show at Notre-Dame Basilica
• Personal expenses and gratuities
• Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

Why Travelers Love This Tour



Three iconic Canadian cities — one seamless journey.

🌸 Seasonal spring highlight — stroll through Montréal’s beautiful Lilac Gardens in bloom

🏛 Guided city discoveries — explore Montréal, Ottawa, and historic Québec City

🚢 Relaxing return cruise — enjoy a scenic Thousand Islands boat experience

🚌 Comfortable coach travel — sit back while we handle the driving and logistics

⏱ Balanced pace — guided highlights combined with time to explore on your own

Itinerary

📌 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 to Ottawa and Montreal

6:00 AM Depart from Toronto. Board the bus and begin your journey to Ottawa.

12:30 PM Arrive in Ottawa and enjoy lunch at ByWard Market, a vibrant area with numerous dining options.

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Join 2-Hour Guided Tour of Ottawa:

• Parliament Hill: Visit Canada’s historic seat of government.
• Rideau Canal: Discover the scenic waterway and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• National War Memorial: Learn about Canada's history and honor its service members.
• Prime Minister’s Official Residence & Embassy Row: Drive by some of Ottawa's most prestigious neighborhoods and more.

4:00 PM: Depart for Montreal (approx. 2-hour drive).

6:00 PM: Arrive in Montreal and check in to a centrally located hotel. Evening free for guests to dine at leisure or explore Montreal’s nightlife.
Overnight: Montréal

🍁 Day 2: Montréal Highlights

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel (7:00 AM) before setting out to explore the vibrant city of Montréal.

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Guided Montréal City Tour (approx. 3 hours)

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

• Mount Royal Lookout — sweeping skyline views
• Old Montréal and its historic cobblestone streets
• Notre-Dame Basilica (drive by)
• St. Joseph’s Oratory — Canada’s largest church (drive by)
• Mount Royal Park and Gilles-Villeneuve Racetrack (drive by)

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Old Montréal Café Experience

Enjoy free time in the historic heart of the city.

Visit Crew Collective & Café, a stunning former bank transformed into one of Montréal’s most beautiful cafés — perfect for coffee, dessert, and photos beneath its grand chandeliers and historic architecture.

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.

The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy. Explore Old Montréal’s boutiques and cafés, visit a museum, or simply relax and take in the atmosphere of the city.

For those interested, the evening offers the opportunity to experience the spectacular AURA light show inside Notre-Dame Basilica.

Dinner is on your own this evening, with many excellent restaurants nearby.

Overnight: Montréal

🍁 Day 3: Full-Day Adventure — Québec City

It’s an early start. Enjoy breakfast at 6:00 AM before departing at 7:00 AM for a full-day excursion to Québec City, one of North America’s most historic and picturesque destinations.

9:00 AM

Rest Stop En Route

A short comfort break before continuing toward Québec City.

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Guided Tour of Québec City (approx. 2 hours)

Discover 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 historic 1759 French-English battle
• Parliament Building — seat of Québec’s provincial government
• Citadel of Québec — North America’s largest fortress
• Notre-Dame Cathedral & Old City Hall
• Grande Allée Boulevard — lined with historic homes, cafés, and restaurants

12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Lunch & Free Time in Old Québec

Enjoy time to explore the charming historic district at your own pace.

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Petit-Champlain, one of the oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods in North America. Visit Place Royale, where French America began in the early 1600s, browse boutiques, relax in French-inspired cafés, and soak in the unmistakable European charm of Old Québec.

4:30 PM

Depart Québec City

Return to Montréal in the evening, arriving around 7:30 PM.

Dinner is at leisure.

Overnight: Montréal

🍁 Day 4: Montréal → Thousand Islands Cruise → Toronto

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

9:00 AM

Departure from Montréal

We depart Montréal and begin our scenic journey toward the beautiful Thousand Islands region along the St. Lawrence River.

12:30 PM

Lunch Stop

Enjoy a relaxed lunch break along the route before continuing to the cruise departure point.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

🚢 Thousand Islands Cruise

Step aboard for a one-hour cruise through the breathtaking Thousand Islands, one of Canada’s most picturesque waterways. Glide past charming cottages, historic mansions, and small forested islands scattered across the St. Lawrence River.

After the cruise, we begin our return journey to Toronto.

Arrival in Toronto

Estimated arrival between 6:30–8:30 PM, depending on traffic conditions.

Your Canadian journey may be ending today, but many more adventures await with CosmoVista Tours.

End of Tour

Ready to explore Canada’s cultural treasures?  🍁

 Experience a 4-day journey through Ottawa, Montréal, and Québec City — with the comfort of a Montréal base and a scenic Thousand Islands cruise to complete your Canadian adventure.