Best of Eastern Canada and USA

2019 Itinerary

Day 1

Toronto

Enjoy your complimentary private VIP transfer to your UK departure airport. Arrive into Toronto International Airport and transfer to your hotel. There are no planned activities today so you can either relax at the hotel or explore the city. At 6pm, enjoy a welcome reception at the hotel.

Overnight: Hilton Toronto (Dinner with wine included)

Day 2

Toronto/Niagara Falls

In the morning travel up University Avenue to see Queens Park, the Parliament Buildings and museum row. Afterwards, journey to Niagara Falls and take a cruise along the base of the falls before heading to the charming Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto.

Overnight: Hilton Toronto (Breakfast included)

Day 3

Kingston/ Ottawa

Follow the shore of Lake Ontario to the historic town of Kingston this morning to view old buildings, fortifications and churches, then continue on to Ottawa to visit the Museum of Civilisation.

Overnight: Westin, Ottawa (Breakfast included)

Day 4

Montreal

Take part in an orientation tour along the boulevards of Ottawa to see the green roofs of the Parliament, City Hall and the National Gallery of Canada. From here, continue on to Montreal in the province of Quebec to join a local expert in viewing the cobbled streets of the old town, the grand mansions of Mount Royal and the Notre-Dame Basilica.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency Montreal (Breakfast included)

Day 5

Quebec

Leave Montreal today and head north to visit Montmorency Falls, before continuing on to Quebec City which is located at the top of the cliffs at the narrowing of St. Lawrence River. The rest of the day is free to explore at leisure – in the evening, choose from a selection of local restaurants.

Overnight: Manoir Victoria (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 6

Quebec

Experience the European charm of Quebec this morning by taking a tour with a local expert, ticking off the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the National Assembly, the Citadel and the Basilica.

Overnight: Manoir Victoria (Breakfast included)

Day 7

Bar Harbor

Say farewell to Quebec and cross the U.S. border to amazing countryside as you travel east towards Mount Desert Island on the Atlantic coast. Your final destination today, and your base for the nest two nights, is the New England fishing village of Bar Harbor in Maine.

Overnight: Harbourside Hotel, Bar Harbour (Breakfast included)

Day 8

Acadia National Park

Explore the beautiful Acadia National Park today which boasts rocky shorelines, amazing views from the top of Cadillac Mountain and beaver ponds. You will also have time to explore Bar Harbor on your own, as well as taking part in an optional nature cruise if you wish. In the evening, dine on a traditional Maine lobster dinner.

Overnight: Harbourside Hotel, Bar Harbour (Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 9

Boston

Journey along the Maine shoreline as you head south to Boston today, stopping en-route at Kennebunkport to witness typical New England life.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency Boston (Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 10

Boston

Join your tour guide for a tour of Boston today, which is one of America’s oldest and most historic cities. Along the way, you’ll visit Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Bunker Hill Pavilion and the meeting house where the Boston Tea Party was planned. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to sightsee or go shopping.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency Boston (Dinner included)

Day 11

Philadelphia

Travel to Philadelphia to the place where the Liberty Bell first chimed and where the Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson. Explore the Independence National Historic Park, view Independence Halls and visit the Liberty Bell.

Hotel: Hilton Penn's Landing (Breakfast included)

Day 12-13

Washington, D.C.

Drive to Washington, D.C. today where you’ll have the day to explore at leisure, perhaps with a trip to the Kennedy Center or the Smithsonian museums. On day 13, visit Capitol Hill and the White House on a guided city tour then enjoy another afternoon of leisure time to explore at your own pace.

Hotel: The Mayflower Renaissance Washington D.C. Hotel (Breakfast included)

Day 14

New York

Leave the nation’s capital today and head to New York – the Big Apple. Take a harbour cruise along the coast of Manhattan, viewing Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty along the way. Head back to your hotel in Times Square then enjoy a night on the town in the evening.

Hotel: New York Marriott Marquis (Breakfast included)

Day 15

New York

Take a morning orientation tour, including the Broadway and Financial districts and Battery Park, then visit the Top of the Rock Observation Deck for views overlooking the city. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a celebration dinner at a New York restaurant.

Hotel: New York Marriott Marquis (Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 16

New York

Today marks the end of the tour – take a transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

(Breakfast included)

On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting car for your return private VIP  transfer home.

What's Included:

• Return transatlantic flights;
• VIP return transfers from home to your UK departure airport within a 150 mile radius
• Airport to hotel transfers in America
• Hotels (15 nights) with free Wi-Fi in most and baggage handling, as described above or similar
• 15 breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 5 dinners, including a dine-around evening in Quebec City and a celebration dinner in New York
• CN Tower in Toronto; Cruise at Niagara Falls; Visit to Acadia National Park; Follow part of the Freedom Trail in Boston; Guided tour of Washington, D.C.; Harbour cruise in New York; Visit to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck
• Tour guide; local guides
• Hotel and restaurant tips included

2020 Itinerary

Day 1

Toronto

Enjoy your complimentary private VIP transfer to your UK departure airport. Arrive into Toronto International Airport and transfer to your hotel. There are no planned activities today so you can either relax at the hotel or explore the city. At 6pm, enjoy a welcome reception at the hotel.

Overnight: Hilton Toronto (Dinner with wine included)

Day 2

Toronto/Niagara Falls

In the morning travel up University Avenue to see Queens Park, the Parliament Buildings and museum row. Afterwards, journey to Niagara Falls and take a cruise along the base of the falls before heading to the charming Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto.

Overnight: Hilton Toronto (Breakfast included)

Day 3

Kingston/ Ottawa

Follow the shore of Lake Ontario to the historic town of Kingston this morning to view old buildings, fortifications and churches, then continue on to Ottawa to visit the Museum of Civilisation.

Overnight: Hilton Lac-Leamy Gatineau, Ottawa (Breakfast & dinner with wine included)

Day 4

Montreal

Take part in an orientation tour along the boulevards of Ottawa to see the green roofs of the Parliament, City Hall and the National Gallery of Canada. From here, continue on to Montreal in the province of Quebec to join a local expert in viewing the cobbled streets of the old town, the grand mansions of Mount Royal and the Notre-Dame Basilica.

Overnight: Le St-Martin Hôtel Particulier, Montreal (Breakfast included)

Day 5

Quebec

Leave Montreal today and head north to visit Montmorency Falls. En-route you'll lunch at a local sugar shack. Continuing on to Quebec City which is located at the top of the cliffs at the narrowing of St. Lawrence River. The rest of the day is free to explore at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Manoir Victoria (Breakfast & lunch)

Day 6

Quebec

Experience the European charm of Quebec this morning by taking a tour with a local expert, ticking off the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the National Assembly, the Citadel and the Basilica. In the evening, choose from a selection of local restaurants included in your dine-around evening.

Overnight: Manoir Victoria (Breakfast & dinner with wine included)

Day 7

Bar Harbor

Say farewell to Quebec and cross the U.S. border to amazing countryside as you travel east towards Mount Desert Island on the Atlantic coast. Your final destination today, and your base for the nest two nights, is the New England fishing village of Bar Harbor in Maine.

Overnight: Harbourside Hotel, Bar Harbour (Breakfast included)

Day 8

Acadia National Park

Explore the beautiful Acadia National Park today which boasts rocky shorelines, amazing views from the top of Cadillac Mountain and beaver ponds. You will also have time to explore Bar Harbor on your own, as well as taking part in an optional nature cruise if you wish. In the evening, dine on a traditional Maine lobster dinner.

Overnight: Harbourside Hotel, Bar Harbour (Breakfast and dinner with wine included)

Day 9

Boston

Journey along the Maine shoreline as you head south to Boston today, stopping en-route at Kennebunkport to witness typical New England life.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency Boston (Breakfast included)

Day 10

Boston

Join your tour guide for a tour of Boston today, which is one of America’s oldest and most historic cities. Your Travel Director will guide you along Freedom Trail where you'll you’ll visit a number of historical sites including the Old State House and the meeting house where the Boston Tea Party was planned. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to sightsee or go shopping.

Overnight: Hyatt Regency Boston (Breakfast included)

Day 11

New York

The Bright lights of the big apple are calling. On arrival view the New York skyline from the top of the Rock Observation Deck. This evening immerse yourself into NYC life and enjoy a home cooked meal with your host.

Hotel: The Renwick Hotel (Breakfast & Dinner with wine included)

Day 12

New York

Take a morning orientation tour with a local expert. Then the rest of the day is yours to explore at leisure. If you fancy some down time we recommend the tranquility of Central Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, a renowned landscape architect.

Hotel: The Renwick Hotel (Breakfast included)

Day 13

Philadelphia

Travel to Philadelphia to the place where the Liberty Bell first chimed and where the Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson. Explore the Independence National Historic Park, view Independence Halls and visit the Liberty Bell before some free time.

Hotel: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (Breakfast included)

Day 14

Washington, D.C.

Drive to Washington, D.C. today where you’ll have the afternoon to explore at leisure, perhaps with a trip to the Kennedy Center or the Smithsonian museums or an Illuminations Tour.

Hotel: The Mayflower Hotel, Authograph Collection, Washington D.C. Hotel (Breakfast included)

Day 15

Washington, D.C.

This mornign you'll take a sighseeing tour visiting the Washington Monument and the White House. Then enjoy another afternoon of leisure time to explore at your own pace before a celebration dinner with your new friends.

Hotel: The Mayflower Hotel, Authograph Collection, Washington D.C. Hotel (Breakfast & dinner with wine included)

Day 16

Washington, D.C.

Today marks the end of the tour – take a transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

(Breakfast included)

On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting car for your return private VIP  transfer home.

What's Included:

• Return transatlantic flights;
• VIP return transfers from home to your UK departure airport within a 150 mile radius
• Airport to hotel transfers in America
• Hotels (15 nights) with free Wi-Fi in most and baggage handling, as described above or similar
• 15 breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 5 dinners, including a dine-around evening in Quebec City and a celebration dinner in Washington
• Cruise at Niagara Falls; Visit to Acadia National Park; Follow part of the Freedom Trail in Boston; Guided tour of Washington, D.C.; Visit to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck
• Tour guide; local guides
• Hotel and restaurant tips included