Ontario Waterways & Railways
Toronto/Kingston/Ottawa
ItineraryDay 1 - Arrive Toronto
Welcome to cosmopolitan Toronto, a “World within a City”. We have included transportation from the Toronto Airport to your hotel. Take the ferry to secluded neighborhoods, where you a rent a bike and explore. If night life is your thing, you are in the right city. Toronto is famous for their excellent comedy clubs and dinner shows. Theatre enthusiasts will find top productions and top talent in this theatre rich city.
Overnight – Fairmont Royal York Hotel Day 2 - Toronto - Sightseeing
Your city sightseeing tour highlights the city’s delightful neighborhoods. Toronto as you will quickly come to realize is a city where people live and play as well as work. Lake Frontage, friendly people, wonderful food and great shopping are a few of the reasons people return again and again. You can hop on at our over 20 stops, located throughout Toronto. Stops included are the CN Tower, Skydome, Casa Loma, University of Toronto, Toronto's harbor front, The Eaton Centre, and the Hockey Hall of Fame. The City Tour runs in a continuous circle daily from 9:00am until 3:00pm during the winter months and 9:00am - 4:00pm during summer months.
Overnight – Fairmont Royal York Hotel Day 3 – Toronto – Niagara falls by night including Maid of the Mist and buffet dinner
This morning do some shopping or continue to explore Toronto with your Hop on Hop off City Sightseeing Pass. The plans that we have made for your visit to Niagara Falls are just the best! This afternoon board a first class motor coach for a drive through the orchard –laden Countryside of the Niagara Peninsula. The lush green rolling hills take you through historic Niagara–on-the Lake; a picturesque community that prides itself on stylish Victorian Houses and picture perfect lawns. No matter how many times you visit Niagara Falls, ones’ sense of awe never fades. Thus we wanted you to see the Falls in daylight, up close and somewhat wet on the Maid of the Mist as well as the lofty heights of a Penthouse Dining Room and at night, in dramatic color, as you watch the multicolored illumination show. Your tour includes a ride aboard the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls; the perfect way to experience the power of these Falls. Enjoy a buffet dinner with breathtaking views from the Penthouse Dining Room. Time allows you to visit the flower filled grounds while waiting for the illumination show to get started. Your coach will return to the Fairmont Royal York about 11PM. Please note, when planning your dates; Fridays starting in mid May have the added bonus of a free fireworks display over the falls.
Overnight – Fairmont Royal York Hotel Day 4 - Toronto to Kingston 1000 Islands Dinner Cruise (B,L)
The Fairmont Royal York is conveniently located across from the rail station. VIA Rail provides excellent service from Toronto to Kingston. The trip takes about 2 hours and includes a hearty breakfast. Once on board, sit back and enjoy the passing scenery. The 1000 Islands start in Kingston and dot the St. Lawrence River for miles. This cruise tours into the small cottage islands of the Admiralty group featuring Napoleon's Hat, Wanderer's Channel, the Bateau Channel, Nakomis Lodge and the historic sights of Kingston. Bilingual commentary describes the history and folklore as you pass by spectacular scenery and island homes. Combining Lunch with a 1000 Islands Cruise is not only relaxing, friendly and entertaining, a lunch reservation guarantees priority seating for a panoramic view of the sights. A delightful three course meal is served hot to your table. Live music and Entertainment is offered on all 3 hour "Heart of the Islands" cruises. Your afternoon and evening are free to explore Kingston on your own.
Overnight – Radisson Hotel 
Day 5 – Kingston to Ottawa (L)
Another relaxing train ride is in store for you today aboard VIA Rail from Kingston to Ottawa. The travel time between Kingston and Ottawa is approximately 1 ˝ hours and lunch is included. Ottawa is Canada’s Capital city. Although much smaller than Washington DC, none the less exciting and rich in history and interesting places to visit while staying here. The hotel is a short taxi ride from the rail station. The Fairmont Chateau Laurier is centrally located and is just steps away from attractions, shopping and dining.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Laurier Day 6 – Ottawa Sightseeing Tour with boat ride
Your package includes a city sightseeing tour, so you can visit the cities major sightseeing attractions and learn of her fascinating history. Sit back and relax on an open-top double-decker or historic trolley, as your professional driver and bilingual tour guide show you Ottawa, the Nation's Capital, with its many historical landmarks, scenic waterways and beautiful parks. Parliament Hill, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Rideau Falls, Royal Canadian Mint and the National Gallery of Canada are just a few of the fascinating sites you'll view while on tour. Step on/Step off all day long at any of the stops. Following your city tour, board a cruise boat for a relaxing and enjoyable ride down the scenic Rideau Canal or the picturesque Ottawa River which make Ottawa so unique!
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Laurier Day 7 – Ottawa at leisure…
There is so much to see and do in Ottawa, which is why your hop on/off tour ticket is valid for 2 consecutive days. That way you can go back and spend additional time at sights you visited yesterday or spend some time at places you did not get to stop at.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Laurier Day 8 - Ottawa/Home
Arrangements have been made for your transfer to Ottawa Airport. We hope you have enjoyed your visit to three of Ontario Canada’s favorite cities and that it will be one of many visits to Canada, "The World Next Door". | 
