Ontario and Quebec Highlights 5-Day Small-Group Tour from Toronto

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Toronto-- Thousand Islands--Montreal⌄

   In the morning, we will depart from Toronto to the Thousand Islands in Canada, which is located on the St. Lawrence River between Canada and the United States and is dotted with 1,864 independent islands. Board a yacht and pass by the most famous and charming scenic spots in the Thousand Islands. Then we will head north to Montreal, the largest French-speaking city in eastern Canada, the city with the most French cultural characteristics and known as the "Little Paris of North America". Itinerary: Toronto → Kingston (30 mins) → Thousand Islands → Canadian Thousand Islands Cruise (Optional, 75 mins) → Montreal → Montreal City Tour (45 mins) → Montreal French Dinner (Optional, 60 mins) Montreal City Tour: Dorchester Square → Mary Queen of the World Cathedral (Outside visit) → Sun Life Building (Outside visit) → Saint-Catherine St

   Kingston (30 mins)

   Canadian Thousand Islands Cruise (Optional, 75 mins) The admission will be included only if you select the price option of Tour w/admissions In addition to taking in the scenery, passengers on the boat tours of this area can learn some of the historic insights of the region. Sit back and relax while enjoying views of some famous spots.

   If the cruise ship is closed, the attraction will be replaced by the Montreal Ecological Museum+Montreal Olympic Tower The Montreal Biodome is one of four facilities that make part of the largest natural science museum complex in Canada, Space for Life, which also includes the Montreal Insectarium, Montreal Botanical Garden, and Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium. It is an accredited member of both the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

   Montreal City Tour: Dorchester Square → Mary Queen of the World Cathedral (Outside visit) → Sun Life Building (Outside visit) → Saint-Catherine St

   Montreal French Dinner (Optional, 60 mins)

   Overnight: Hotel：Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saint-Hyacinthe; Hôtel le Dauphin Saint-Hyacinthe; similar

2. 2Montreal--Quebec--Montreal⌄

   Itinerary: Montreal → Quebec → Montmorency Falls + Cable Car (Optional, 60 mins)→ Quebec French Lunch (Optional, 60 mins)→ Old Quebec City Tour (Mandatory, 60 mins. Including visiting Place d’Armes, Chateau Frontenac Hotel, outside visit of the City Hall of Quebec City, Quebec City Notre-Dame Basilica) → Little Champlain Street (60 mins) Note: 1. The Montmorency Falls & Cable Car will be closed during 11/18/2025-12/25/2025 & 01/05/2026-01/30/2026. During this period, the attraction will be removed from our itinerary. Please check the official attraction website for the most current schedule, as operating hours are subject to change without notice. 2. The vehicle will enter the Montrensis Falls scenic area. If you choose not to participate in the optional package of "Montrensis Falls + Cable Car", you only need to pay the entrance fee for the falls to explore the falls scenic area on your own.

   Montmorency Falls(mandatory,admission included) + Cable Car (Optional, 60 mins) Note: 1. The Montmorency Falls & Cable Car will be closed during 11/18/2025-12/25/2025 & 01/05/2026-01/30/2026. During this period, the attraction will be removed from our itinerary. Please check the official attraction website for the most current schedule, as operating hours are subject to change without notice. 2. The vehicle will enter the Montrensis Falls scenic area. If you choose not to participate in the optional package of "Montrensis Falls + Cable Car", you only need to pay the entrance fee for the falls to explore the falls scenic area on your own.

   Quebec French Lunch (Optional, 60 mins)

   Old Quebec City Tour (Mandatory, 60 mins. Including visiting Place d’Armes, Chateau Frontenac Hotel, outside visit of the City Hall of Quebec City, Quebec City Notre-Dame Basilica)

   Little Champlain Street (60 mins)

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Hotel：Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saint-Hyacinthe; Hôtel le Dauphin Saint-Hyacinthe;similar

3. 3Montreal--Ottawa--Toronto⌄

   On the last day of the trip, we set off from Montreal in the morning to Mount Green, a famous resort in Eastern Canada known as the Little Banff. Here you will find a variety of European-style buildings, including charming hotels, small shops and restaurants. You can purchase a scenic cable car to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery along the way and reach the top of the mountain. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can see Canada’s famous alpine lakes and feel the magnificence of nature. Then we will head to Ottawa, a famous political and commercial city, where the flame of peace never extinguishes. Itinerary: Montreal → Ottawa City In-Depth Tour (Optional, 120 minutes)→ Ottawa → Parliament Hill (30 minutes) → Toronto

   Ottawa City In-Depth Tour (Optional, 120 minutes) Ottawa In-Depth Tour itinerary: ByWard Market – the oldest public market in Canada → Kiweki Point – Ottawa’s newest scenic viewpoint → National Gallery of Canada (exterior visit) → Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica → Royal Canadian Mint (If the Mint is closed, the visit will be replaced with the Bank of Canada Museum)

   Parliament Hill Parliament Hill, located on the banks of the Ottawa River Canada's capital city, is home to the Canadian Parliament. The gorgeous location and dramatic architecture make this a huge tourist location-- more than 3 million people come every year.

   From 06/11/2026–06/13/2026, 06/16/2026–06/27/2026, and 07/01/2026–07/03/2026, guests staying in the Toronto Markham area hotels or airport hotels will be uniformly arranged to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Mississauga. As the hotel provides King-bed rooms only, triple and quad room bookings will not be available during this period. Thank you for your understanding.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Hotel：Hampton Inn & Suites;TownePlace Suites；Monte Carlo Inn ；Hilton Garden Inn ；Courtyard Toronto Markham; similar

4. 4Toronto City Tour⌄

   This morning, begin your film & TV-themed tour of vibrant Toronto! Explore the University of Toronto, featured in blockbusters like The Hulk, Resident Evil, and The Shape of Water. Visit the modernist Toronto City Hall, seen in X-Men, and snap photos at the iconic Toronto sign. Stroll along historic Yonge Street—The Hulk’s backdrop—lined with charming shops and cafés. At noon, discover local flavors at the Distillery District, a century-old market filled with food, art, and indie boutiques. In the afternoon, visit the CN Tower for panoramic views (optional), then enjoy a scenic harbor cruise to see Toronto from the water.

   Itinerary: Toronto Movie & TV Tours (Mandatory, 2.5 hours) → Distillery District (90 mins, lunch at your own expense) → CN Tower (Optional, 60 mins) → Toronto Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) Toronto Movie & TV Tours: University of Toronto (60 mins) → Toronto City Hall + Toronto Sign (40 mins) → "The Longest Street in the World": Yonge St (30 mins) Note: 1. If the Toronto Cruise is closed, the attraction will be replaced by Ripley's Aquarium of Toronto (own expense, 60 mins).

   Toronto Movie & TV Tours (Mandatory, 2.5 hours) Toronto Movie & TV Tours: University of Toronto (60 mins) → Toronto City Hall + Toronto Sign (40 mins) → "The Longest Street in the World": Yonge St (30 mins) First, we will go to the University of Toronto, where the filming location of "The Hulk" was filmed. The stunning modernist architecture of the Toronto Municipal Building makes it one of the most famous landmarks in Toronto. It is also the filming location of "X-Men". The Toronto logo is also one of the three most popular attractions in the city and has been rated as one of the most photo-worthy attractions on Instagram. It has become the visual background for international media to report major events. Then we will go to the world's longest street, Yonge St, which is also the filming location of "The Hulk". There are unique shops, cafes and restaurants along the way, and you can enjoy the city walk.

   Distillery District (90 mins, lunch at your own expense) The Royal Brewery, founded in 1832, still retains brewing equipment from the last century. An ancient market with a wide variety of special foods. The handicraft shops, galleries and small restaurants here are full of artistic atmosphere and are definitely worth a visit!

   CN Tower (Optional, 60 mins) The CN Tower is a Canadian icon and one of the most recognizable North American buildings. It is made entirely of concrete and was the tallest structure in the world at the time of its completion in 1976.

   Toronto Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) Come on board Oriole, a two-level Great Lakes steam ship replica for an exhilarating 60-minute tour of Toronto’s inner harbour. Discover the historic and contemporary sites and nuances of Toronto Harbor during this fun, informative and fully narrated 60-minute Sightseeing Harbour Tour. Enjoy the relaxing breeze, spectacular skyline, and harbour views, plus a fully licensed beverage and snack bar.

   1. If the Toronto Cruise is closed, the attraction will be replaced by Ripley's Aquarium of Toronto (own expense, 60 mins). The Ripley’s Aquarium in Canada holds over 16,000 aquatic animals. It even features North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel (96 meters) which allows you to walk by the sharks, rough tail stingrays, and dangerous lagoon. Guests will be both entertained and inspired to protect the waters of the world after leaving this unique aquarium.

   From 06/11/2026–06/13/2026, 06/16/2026–06/27/2026, and 07/01/2026–07/03/2026, guests staying in the Toronto Markham area hotels or airport hotels will be uniformly arranged to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Mississauga. As the hotel provides King-bed rooms only, triple and quad room bookings will not be available during this period. Thank you for your understanding.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Hotel：Hampton Inn & Suites;TownePlace Suites；Monte Carlo Inn ；Hilton Garden Inn ；Courtyard Toronto Markham; similar

5. 5Toronto--Niagara Falls-- Toronto⌄

   Today, we journey to the spectacular Niagara Falls! Begin with the Voyage to the Falls boat tour—get up close to the Horseshoe Falls and feel the mist and power of this natural wonder. Stroll and lunch (on your own) at lively Clifton Hill, Niagara’s most iconic street. In the afternoon, descend into the Water Curtain Channel for a dramatic view from the base of the falls. Then, explore top local sights: the historic Niagara Power Station, the swirling Whirlpool Rapids, the floral clock, and the scenic Niagara Parkway. End the day in a charming lakeside town—one of the "Seven Fairytale Towns in the World"—steeped in Victorian beauty.

   Itinerary: Toronto → Niagara Falls → Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → Clifton Hill (90 mins, lunch at your own expense) → Journey Behind the Falls (Optional, 60 mins) → Niagara In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 2 hours) → Toronto Niagara In-depth Tour: Niagara Power Plant (20 mins) → Niagara Whirlpool State Park (15 mins) → Flower Clock (10 mins) → Niagara-on-the-Lake (30 mins)

   Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour (Optional, 60 mins) Niagara Falls The Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls are all part of the Niagara Falls. The combined falls form the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America, and it has a vertical drop of more than 50 meters (160 ft). During peak time tourist hours, more than 168,000 m3 (six million cubic feet) of water go over the crest of the falls every minute. Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour Niagara Falls, the oldest state park in the United States is one of the greatest places you will ever visit in your lifetime! One of the most popular and famous attractions of Niagara Falls State Park is the boat tours! Experience the true nature and power of the falls on the famous Hornblower Niagara ride that gets passengers as close as possible to the Niagara Falls! The rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.

   Clifton Hill (90 mins, lunch at your own expense)

   Journey Behind the Falls (Optional, 60 mins) Journey Behind the Falls is one of Niagara’s oldest tourist hot spots. You will get the opportunity to descend 125 ft. by elevator, where a short tunnel gives access to two outdoor observation decks and two portals located directly behind the Falls. Walk out on to the Upper and Lower Observation Decks for the magic of experiencing the Horseshoe Falls from directly underneath the cascading power above. You'll experience the awesome spectacle of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down to the basin below. During summer daylight hours, over 2,800 cubic meters of water thunders over the brink every second, travelling 65 kilometers per hour!

   Niagara In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 2 hours) Niagara In-depth Tour: Niagara Power Plant (20 mins) → Niagara Whirlpool State Park (15 mins) → Flower Clock (10 mins) → Niagara-on-the-Lake (30 mins) The Niagara Parkway is a 55 km (34 mi) scenic drive that runs parallel to the Niagara River from Fort Erie in the south to Niagara-on-the-Lake in the north. This parkway is one of the oldest parkways in Ontario. Take the scenic Niagara Parkway to Niagara-on-the-Lake and visit the famous Niagara Parks Floral Clock. The surface of the floral clock is covered with up to 16,000 carpet plants and colorful annuals. Next, head to Niagara Whirlpool State Park, then to Niagara Hydroelectric Station to explore the first major power plant on the Canadian side of the Niagara River, featuring immersive exhibits, restored artifacts, and interactive storytelling. Finally, head to Niagara-on-the-Lake

   Tips: 1. Due to adjustments to the Niagara Falls boat tour operation, departures on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from December 1st, 2025 to December 25th, 2025, and all departures from January 1st, 2026 onwards, will not include a visit to Niagara Falls.The opening dates for the attraction in 2026 will be announced separately. 2. During the Niagara Falls boat tour closure, the original itinerary will be replaced with a visit to: Skylon Tower for Niagara Falls viewing (optional, 40 minutes). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

   Meals: Breakfast