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Canada is a year round destination experiencing four seasons – Spring in April and May: Summer from June to August: Autumn in September and October: Winter from November to March. Remember the Canadian seasons are the reverse to Australia.
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| Toronto - Ottawa |
398 |
| Ottawa – Montreal |
199 |
| Montreal - Quebec City |
270 |
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Time for culture!!
The east coast of Canada has plenty to offer...
Immerse yourself in the French speaking province of Quebec, visiting Montreal and historic Quebec City, the only walled city in North America.
Experience the cosmopolitan & lively city of Toronto, take a day trip to Niagara Falls or see the houses of Parliament in Ottawa the Nations Capital.
The Maritimes & Atlantic Canada are a place of beauty. With quaint fishing villages, whale watching and a natural environment for hiking and kayaking this truly is a region where you can forget about the hassle of everyday life and relax!
Traveller’s Secrets
What to See and Do
Toronto:
Yorkville hosts Toronto’s boutique and premier shops. Look out for Chanel, Prada, Armani and Gucci in the narrow busy streets.
Queen Street West has funky stores with vintage clothing, book stores, designer boutiques and cafés.
At Queen’s Quay Terminal at Harbourfront you’ll find unique Canadian gifts including the famous “Tilly” hat and Inuit carvings.
St Lawrence market is where the locals have shopped for over 170 years. Fresh meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables are showcased in an historic location.
To tempt your palate, Toronto offers every choice imaginable with over 7,000 restaurants reflecting the city’s cultural diversity – East Indian, Greek Italian, Chinese, Thai and many, many more.
Don’t miss the CN Tower, the tallest free standing structure on earth. A glass elevator takes you up on the outside of the tower and for those with nerves of steel, you can stand on the glass floor of the observation deck.
Ottawa:
The stylish Rideau Centre with over 200 shops is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa and is the best place to head for a shopping spree.
The ByWard Market in Ottawa is one of Canada’s oldest continuously operating farmer’s market and a charming area with shops of restaurants of all kinds.
Visit the National Gallery of Canada which is home to the world’s largest collection of Canadian art.
Don’t miss Parliament Hill, three Victorian Gothic buildings and home of Canada’s Government. Changing of the Guard offers daily pageantry on Parliament Hill (Jun to Late Aug).
Free walking tours of the inside of the Parliament Buildings are available.
Niagara Falls:
There’s nothing like the Whirlpool jet boat experience to get the adrenaline pumping, speed through the stone-walled canyon of the Niagara Gorge and feel the power and pull of the swirling whirlpool currents.
See Niagara Falls from the ultimate vantage point on a breathtaking helicopter tour.
View the Falls from 237 metres above at the Skylon Tower – dine in their revolving restaurant.
Enjoy a romantic evening stroll along the falls as they light up each evening with the glowing colours of the rainbow.
Stand in two different countries at the same time when you venture to the middle of Rainbow Bridge which connects Canada and the USA.
Niagara on the Lake is an historic village which is great for boutique shopping, home to a picturesque heritage district, quaint B&B’s and inns as well as the famous Shaw Festival.
Flirt with Lady Luck at the new Niagara Falls Casino Resort.
Québec City:
The cobbled, quaint pedestrian walkway of the Rue Petit-Champlain features many eclectic boutiques and is tucked away at the foot of the cliff beneath the Château Frontenac. It’s perfect for unearthing local designer fashions and decorative objects.
Nearby Rue Saint-Paul is brimming with antique shops.
From fine French cuisine to the hearty stews and meat pies of Québec country cooking, you can’t walk a block without stumbling onto a restaurant worth sampling. Enjoy a simple steak frites (steak & chips), which could easily turn out to be a gourmet delight, on a sun drenched patio or try innovative offerings from Québec’s new generation of gourmet chefs, the choice is endless.
If just strolling along, walk the Citadel Ramparts and through the nearby plains of Abraham (the old British and French battleground) and then follow the walkway to Dufferin Terrace below the Château Frontenac, for some superb views of the St Lawrence River.
Montréal:
Try out your French in the second largest French speaking city in the world after Paris.
If you are a serious shopper, you could spend hours exploring the underground arcades of Rue St Catherine, with department stores and 30km’s of underground commercial complexes.
Boulevard Saint-Laurent has something for everyone, from the latest looks of avant-garde designers to cutting edge to retro ware at second hand stores.
Montréal is home to over 4,000 restaurants serving up the national cuisine of some 80 countries, savour dishes from the East and West, fresh seafood, vegetarian, fondues, steaks and continental meals just to name a few.
A romantic dinner cruise on the St Lawrence River is a perfect way to see the city lights in the evening.
Head to Montréal’s Parks for beautiful city views, include places such as Mont Royal, the parc Jean-Drapeau and the Lachine Canal. They offer breathtaking panoramas and provide outdoor enthusiasts with a multitude of activities.
The Notre-Dame Basilica, built in 1829, is an architectural treasure in Old Montréal, and St Joseph’s Oratory is one of North America’s leading pilgrimage sites.
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