Ontario Explorer
10 day Self Drive – from £1275
With flights from £1925
This highlight tour of Ontario combines the vibrant cities of Toronto and Ottawa with the majesty of the mighty Niagara Falls, the beauty of the 1000 islands, a host of picturesque towns and much, much more.
Highlights:
- Visit the eclectic cities of Toronto and Ottawa
- Spend a day exploring Niagara Falls
- Cruise through the picturesque 1000 Islands
- Visit the stunning Algonquin Provincial Park
Your Itinerary
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On arrival, make your way to your hotel. As the world’s most ethnically diverse city, Toronto has distinctive shopping districts and markets that offer a wide range of unique shopping experiences. These vibrant retail areas include Queen Street West, Kensington Market, St. Lawrence Market, five Chinatowns, Little Italy along St. Clair West, the Greek community along ‘The Danforth’, Little Portugal at Dundas and Bathurst Streets, and Gerrard India Bazaar at Gerrard and Greenwood.
Hilton Toronto
Day 2 – Niagara on the Lake
Today, take a leisurely journey along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, the honeymoon capital of the world. For many, Niagara is more than the spectacle of Niagara Falls, it’s the aroma of ripening grapes for wine and the taste of succulent fresh fruit, its theme parks, or for history buffs, the 20 historical museums, two reconstructed forts, along with the historic charm of Niagara-on-the-Lake. For sportsmen, there are over 40 golf courses, and the fishing on Lakes Ontario and Erie.
Queens Landing
Day 3 – Huntsville
Leaving Niagara Falls today, travel into the magnificent Muskoka Country with sparkling clean lakes shimmering under brilliant blue skies. This area has long been a favourite for the people of Southern Ontario for vacations and weekend getaways to the cottage by the lake.
Deerhurst Resort
Day 4 – Huntsville
Warm weather activities and amenities are yours to enjoy today; spend some time by one of the lakes in the area, rent a canoe or perhaps golf is more to your taste – there are dozens of courses in the area.
Deerhurst Resort
Day 5 – Ottawa
Time to travel again, heading east into Algonquin Provincial Park. Take your time and enjoy the scenery and visit the interpretation centre, and watch out for wildlife. Your destination today is Ottawa, Canada’s capital. With unique history, geography and lifestyle, it offers a wide variety of urban attractions: many of Canada’s best museums and cultural facilities, as well as the Parliament Buildings and other historical structures and major institutions located in the Capital area.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Day 6 – Ottawa
There are many different sites for you to visit in the Capital Region, perhaps you want to take a cruise on the Rideau Canal– celebrating its 175th Anniversary, or a journey on the Hull – Wakefield Steam Train. Another must see would be the training centre for the Musical Ride of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau across the river from Ottawa. An evening’s fun and entertainment can be had at the Casino de Lac Leamy in Gatineau.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Day 7 – Kingston
Leaving Ottawa today, you head south towards the Thousand Islands. Along the way stop in at Upper Canada Village along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, to view this living history museum of early life in Canada. Your destination today is Kingston, the first capital of the united Upper and Lower Canada’s before the National Seat of Government was moved to Ottawa in the 1840s. It’s renowned as the fresh-water sailing capital of North America and prides itself in being a major port for scenic entertainment cruises of the breathtaking Thousand Islands.
Delta Kingston Waterfront
Day 8 – Kingston
Today take a cruise with Gananoque Boat Lines through the Thousand Islands. Stroll the streets of Kingston and its turn-of-the century limestone buildings.
Delta Kingston Waterfront
Day 9 – Toronto
Back in Toronto today, enjoy Toronto’s waterfront, it’s one of North America’s largest recreational waterfronts and a scenic backdrop for many popular and entertaining attractions including the Harbourfront, Ontario Place, The Skydome, The CN Tower and the Toronto Islands.
Downtown Toronto offers museums and art galleries galore, including The Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario and the Ontario Science Centre.
Hilton Toronto
Day 10 – Farewell from Toronto
Check out of your hotel today and head for the airport for your return flight back to the UK. Or you could choose to add some extra time here in Toronto, the choice is yours.
Your Itinerary
You can customise your holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Day 1
| Welcome to Toronto
On arrival, make your way to your hotel. As the world’s most ethnically diverse city, Toronto has distinctive shopping districts and markets that offer a wide range of unique shopping experiences. These vibrant retail areas include Queen Street West, Kensington Market, St. Lawrence Market, five Chinatowns, Little Italy along St. Clair West, the Greek community along ‘The Danforth’, Little Portugal at Dundas and Bathurst Streets, and Gerrard India Bazaar at Gerrard and Greenwood.
Hilton Toronto
Day 2
| Niagara on the Lake
Today, take a leisurely journey along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, the honeymoon capital of the world. For many, Niagara is more than the spectacle of Niagara Falls, it’s the aroma of ripening grapes for wine and the taste of succulent fresh fruit, its theme parks, or for history buffs, the 20 historical museums, two reconstructed forts, along with the historic charm of Niagara-on-the-Lake. For sportsmen, there are over 40 golf courses, and the fishing on Lakes Ontario and Erie.
Queens Landing
Day 3
| Huntsville
Leaving Niagara Falls today, travel into the magnificent Muskoka Country with sparkling clean lakes shimmering under brilliant blue skies. This area has long been a favourite for the people of Southern Ontario for vacations and weekend getaways to the cottage by the lake.
Deerhurst Resort
Day 4
| Huntsville
Warm weather activities and amenities are yours to enjoy today; spend some time by one of the lakes in the area, rent a canoe or perhaps golf is more to your taste – there are dozens of courses in the area.
Deerhurst Resort
Day 5
| Ottawa
Time to travel again, heading east into Algonquin Provincial Park. Take your time and enjoy the scenery and visit the interpretation centre, and watch out for wildlife. Your destination today is Ottawa, Canada’s capital. With unique history, geography and lifestyle, it offers a wide variety of urban attractions: many of Canada’s best museums and cultural facilities, as well as the Parliament Buildings and other historical structures and major institutions located in the Capital area.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Day 6
| Ottawa
There are many different sites for you to visit in the Capital Region, perhaps you want to take a cruise on the Rideau Canal– celebrating its 175th Anniversary, or a journey on the Hull – Wakefield Steam Train. Another must see would be the training centre for the Musical Ride of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau across the river from Ottawa. An evening’s fun and entertainment can be had at the Casino de Lac Leamy in Gatineau.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Day 7
| Kingston
Leaving Ottawa today, you head south towards the Thousand Islands. Along the way stop in at Upper Canada Village along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, to view this living history museum of early life in Canada. Your destination today is Kingston, the first capital of the united Upper and Lower Canada’s before the National Seat of Government was moved to Ottawa in the 1840s. It’s renowned as the fresh-water sailing capital of North America and prides itself in being a major port for scenic entertainment cruises of the breathtaking Thousand Islands.
Delta Kingston Waterfront
Day 8
| Kingston
Today take a cruise with Gananoque Boat Lines through the Thousand Islands. Stroll the streets of Kingston and its turn-of-the century limestone buildings.
Delta Kingston Waterfront
Day 9
| Toronto
Back in Toronto today, enjoy Toronto’s waterfront, it’s one of North America’s largest recreational waterfronts and a scenic backdrop for many popular and entertaining attractions including the Harbourfront, Ontario Place, The Skydome, The CN Tower and the Toronto Islands.
Downtown Toronto offers museums and art galleries galore, including The Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario and the Ontario Science Centre.
Hilton Toronto
Day 10
| Farewell from Toronto
Check out of your hotel today and head for the airport for your return flight back to the UK. Or you could choose to add some extra time here in Toronto, the choice is yours.
This Self Drive Includes
Flights & More
Ask your FREEDOM Consultant to include Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for a complete ABTA and ATOL protected package.
They can also add extra nights and experiences in places you choose, to create the exact holiday you are looking for. Popular options include:
- An upgrade to Deluxe hotels from £652
- Extra nights in Toronto or any location en route
Next Step
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Ontario Explorer
10 day Self Drive – from £1275
With flights from £1925
Price is per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room and includes pre-booked accommodation, air-conditioned car and unlimited mileage. One-way fees charged locally. Hotels specified are subject to availability and may be substituted by one of a similar or higher standard.