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62 Day 1. Arrive Toronto Your journey throughout Eastern Canada and New England begins today as you arrive in Toronto. You will be met upon arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel, located amid the action, in the heart of the downtown area. Two Nights: Toronto, Marriott Eaton Centre. Day 2. Niagara Falls This morning enjoy a Welcome Breakfast where you will have the chance to meet your fellow guests and friendly Travelmarvel Tour Director. It's then off on a city tour that will take you to the picturesque waterfront areas of Toronto. Afterwards, visit the village of Niagara-on-the-Lake on the way to the spectacular sight of famous Niagara Falls, which is collectively made up of three impressive waterfalls. Later, you will board a thrilling boat cruise for a journey to the base of Horseshoe Falls (raincoats provided). Perhaps you might like to take an exciting helicopter ride over Niagara Falls (see page 96). BD Day 3. 1000 Islands, Ottawa Continue on your journey to Ottawa today. Along the way, enjoy a cruise around the 1000 Islands of the St Lawrence Seaway. Cruise past tiny islands, castles reminiscent of fairytales, and island mansions. You'll be taken back to a time when pirates and bootleggers roamed the area, and to the Gilded Age, a time when the rich and famous used the area as their personal playground. Two Nights: Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel. B Day 4. Ottawa Today, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Ottawa, during which you will visit Parliament Hill and the historic Rideau Canal, which winds its way through the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours to explore at leisure. B Day 5. Ottawa, Lac-Saint-Joseph After breakfast, your journey continues to Lac-Saint-Joseph. Continue to the Lac-Saint-Joseph area for a memorable stay at Station Touristique Duchesnay. Tonight, watch for black bears from a viewing tower that borders a beaver habitat (activity available June – September.) Stay: Lac-Saint-Joseph, Station Touristique Duchesnay. BD Day 6. Lac-Saint-Joseph, Québec City Enjoy the picturesque landscape of the Charlevoix region as you follow the mountainous coastline of the St Lawrence River. This afternoon, delight in a hearty Québécois lunch at a local Sugar Shack, and learn all about the intricacies of maple syrup production. Later, discover Québec City's much- loved attractions on a guided sightseeing tour. Two Nights: Québec City, Hotel Manoir Victoria. BL Day 7. Québec City Enjoy your day at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour through the city's historic streets; unwind on a relaxing river cruise along the St Lawrence River or explore Québec City on an insightful and informative guided walking tour (see page 96). Enjoy dinner at leisure this evening. B Day 8. Québec City, Montréal Farewell Québec City after breakfast this morning, and travel to Montréal. On arrival, check into your hotel, then get to know this European-influenced metropolis even better during an afternoon spent at your leisure. Two Nights: Montréal, Marriott Chateau Champlain. B EASTERN CANADA & NEW ENGLAND CRUISE Toronto n Ottawa n Québec City Montréal n Prince Edward Island Halifax n Boston 17 Days YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES ✓ Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your seven-night Holland America Line New England cruise ✓ 9 nights in staying in premium accommodation ✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver ✓ 33 meals – 16 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L) and 10 dinners (D) ✓ Enjoy a Welcome Breakfast and a special Farewell Dinner ✓ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers INSIDER EXPERIENCES Relax at Station Touristique Duchesnay Embark on a Black Bear Tour in the Lac-Saint-Joseph region Learn about maple syrup and enjoy a meal at a Sugar Shack