Rails of Discovery: From Eastern Cities to Atlantic Shores

Experience the grandeur of Niagara Falls on this tour. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in the morning. Your first glimpse of the Falls will be the breathtaking sight of the Upper Rapids and the stunning Horseshoe Falls from the Canadian side. Then move on to see the American Falls, before getting up close and personal with the Falls at Table Rock. From there, board the Niagara City Cruise Boat and experience the Falls from the water. After the cruise, head to Fallsview Restaurant atop the Sheraton hotel for a buffet lunch. Enjoy panoramic views of the waterfall while you dine. In the winter months, go on the Journey Behind the Falls experience instead of the cruise, followed by a buffet lunch. After your meal, drive out along the scenic Niagara Parkway. Stop at attractions such as the Floral Clock, Botanical Gardens, Queenston Heights, and Niagara Gorge. You will also have time to explore Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to your hotel. (Duration: 5 hrs; Time: 1100 hrs; Shared activity & transfers; Group size: max 22 ppl; Meals included: lunch; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy; Please wear comfortable walking shoes; Please note that if the buffet is unavailable, you will be taken to a carefully selected seasonal venue instead; Not available on Oct 13, Dec 25-26, Jan 1 & Apr 3; Depending on the weather condition, the timing and date of this activity may change at a very short notice)

Explore the wine country around Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario. Meet your guide in your hotel after breakfast. Then drive through the countryside. Stop at popular wineries and vineyards along the way. Among them are the Konzelmann Estate, the only lakefront winery in the region, and the Pillitteri Estates Winery, which has been run by the same family for three generations. You might also visit the Inniskillin Winery, which has played an important role in the development of the modern Canadian wine industry. Learn about the area’s wines and enjoy tastings from barrels at each of the wineries. Sample homemade finger foods along with your wine. After, drive to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Grab a bite to eat at a café and spend some time wandering the streets and browsing the shops and boutiques that line the town square. Finally, drive back to your hotel. (Duration: 6 hrs; Time: 1020 to 1040 hrs (pick-up time); Shared activity & transfers; Group size: max 22 ppl; Meals are not included; Fitness level: easy; Please wear comfortable walking shoes; Not available: Mon – Wed, May 20, Jul 1, Sep 2, Oct 14, Nov 11,Dec 25-26, Jan 1 & Apr 18)

Discover the highlights of the city of Toronto! Canada’s largest city, Toronto is a hub of culture, finance and history. Set out on an exciting tour around downtown Toronto and see the famous Eaton centre, a giant mall made up of galleries and greenery under an arched glass roof. Head to Chinatown to marvel at the bustling Asian open-air markets and the Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai and Japanese restaurants that line its narrow walkways. See the CN Tower, the iconic symbol of Canada which offers panoramic views of Toronto from its observation decks and hosts a 360-degree revolving restaurant at the top. Lastly, pass the Old and New City Halls, which are both important monuments of the city’s heritage. Remember to stop for pictures along the way! (Duration: 4 hrs; Flexible Timings; Private Activity with a Driver-Guide; Meals and Entrance Fees Not Included; Fitness Level: Easy; Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes; Don’t forget your camera. Please note that this tour can be completely customized according to your interests.)

Discover Montreal, above and beneath, during this well-rounded experience. Follow your guide to Dorchester Square in downtown Montreal and go past the Sun Life Building to Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel. Continue to Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral, an ornate Renaissance basilica. Next, stop at Windsor Station, a magnificent edifice built in the Romanesque Revival style. As you make your way to Place Ville Marie, a skyscraper, your guide will tell you interesting historical facts and regale you with anecdotes about the area. From Promenades Cathedrale enter RESO, the city’s underground pedestrian network spread across 32 kilometers. Explore the world’s largest man-made subterranean complex, which features shopping malls, universities, museums as well as train stations, a bus terminal and an ice-hockey arena. Exit the sunken labyrinth and head to Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal. Finally, visit the historic neighborhood of Old Montreal, lined with art galleries and architectural landmarks. Take a walk along the cobblestone waterfront of the Lawrence River before wrapping up. (Duration: 3 hrs; Time: 1000 hrs; Private activity; No transfers; Starting point: Square Dorchester, 1255 Rue Peel, Montreal; Operates subject to min 2 ppl confirmed; Depending on the weather condition, the timing and date of this activity may change at a very short notice.)

Discover the rich and colorful history of Old Quebec, believed to be the only walled city in North America. At the scheduled time, make your way to meet your guide, who will be wearing a period costume. Set off at a comfortable pace along the narrow streets of the UNESCO-listed neighborhood that is categorized into the Upper and Lower Towns. Take in the old world charm of the well-preserved ramparts and bastions, some dating back to the 17th century. Your guide will share interesting stories about the area’s lively past. Walk across the Latin Quarter, near the impressive Seminaire de Quebec, and past the stately Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Quebec. You will also pass through Petit-Champlain district, one of the oldest commercial districts in Northern America. Before the tour wind ups, check out Place Royale, the vibrant public square. (Duration: 2.5 hrs; Private activity; No transfers; Starting point: Tourist office, 12 Rue Sainte-Anne Québec, QC G1R 3X3; Please dress in weather-appropriate clothing; Do bring your camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a bottle of water; Depending on the weather condition, the timing and date of this activity may change at a very short notice)

Discover the history of Nova Scotia and immerse yourself in its natural beauty during this tour. At the scheduled time, you will be picked up from your hotel by a shared vehicle. Travel across the scenic countryside to Peggy’s Cove. See the iconic lighthouse dating back to 1868 and soak in the coastal charm of this rural community. Next, visit the national historic site of Citadel Hill, where re-enactors dressed in period costume transport you back in time. The fort, situated in downtown Halifax, overlooks the harbor and offers gorgeous views of the water. Learn about how the daily life of soldiers and their families would have been here in the late 19th century. Later, drive through the downtown area passing by landmarks such as the Fairview Cemetery, the final resting place of over a hundred victims of the ill-fated Titanic. Pier 21, the country’s last surviving seaport immigration facility, and the Halifax Farmers Market also lie along this route. (Duration: half day; Time: 0900/1330 hrs; Shared activity & transfers; Depending on the weather condition, the timing and date of this activity may change at a very short notice)

Visit some of the wineries in the Annapolis Valley. At the scheduled time, make your way to the meeting point in Halifax. From there travel in a shared vehicle to the fertile valley dotted with vineyards, orchards and fields. The region is home to about a dozen exclusive wineries known for their sparkling wines. Stop at three wineries to get a behind-the-scenes look at the process of winemaking. Learn about the different types of grapes cultivated in this cool climate terroir. See the equipment used to extract wine from the grapes and the techniques used to give it its unique taste. Sample the house wines, and at one of the stops enjoy a delicious lunch before it is time to head back. (Duration: half day; Seasonal: May 1 – Oct 31; Time: 0930 hrs; Shared activity; Group size: min 4 ppl; No transfers; Starting point: Marriott Harbour Front Hotel at 1919 Upper Water St Halifax; Meals included: lunch and tastings; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; You have to be above 19 yo for the wine tastings; This tour is not available on Sundays)