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EASTERN CANADA SELF-DRIVE TOUR
14 night self-drive tour from £ 2249pp
Toronto Mississagi Lighthouse , Manitoulin Island
DISCOVER ONTARIO
14 NIGHT SELF-DRIVE TOUR
striking lakes & landscapes • charming provincial communities • city vibes to soak up
DAY 1 Fly to Toronto On arrival make your own way to your hotel .
DAYS 2-3 Toronto
At leisure to explore Toronto which is home to a dynamic mix of attractions , so there ’ s lots of ways to spend your time here . Take a stroll along the beautiful waterfront , take in the view from atop the CN Tower , visit the Royal Ontario Museum , wander through St Lawrence Market and perhaps catch a show in the Entertainment District .
DAY 4 Toronto / Niagara-on-the-Lake
Collect your hire car and set off for Niagara-on-the-Lake , which nestles in the corner of the Niagara region and brims with old-world charm . The flower-filled , tree-lined old town features 19th century buildings , and the region is also known for its many wineries , so why not pop into one for tasting ( 82 miles ).
DAY 5 Niagara-on-the-Lake / Blue Mountain
Head further north into Ontario as you drive onwards to Blue Mountain , regarded as Ontario ’ s premier four season resort ( 202 miles ).
DAY 6 Blue Mountain
Perhaps follow one of the many hiking trails that criss cross the mountain , try one of the many adrenalin-inducing experiences , or sit back on one of the sun-filled patios before browsing the shops .
DAY 7 Blue Mountain / Manitoulin Island
Drive onwards to Tobermory where you then take a ferry across to Manitoulin Island * ( 290 miles land only ).
DAY 8 Manitoulin Island
Nestled in the heart of the Great Lakes , Manitoulin Island is the largest freshwater island in the world . Pristine wilderness , vibrant culture and a laidback lifestyle are yours to discover . You may wish to include a visit to one of the many museums and galleries , follow a picturesque hiking trail or get out on the water .
Arrowhead Provincial Park , Muskoka
DAY 9 Manitoulin Island / Sudbury
Leave the island via the Little Current Swing Bridge and drive onwards to Sudbury , the regional capital of Northeastern Ontario and , as it ’ s surrounded by over 300 lakes , you ’ re never far from epic water based adventures ( 109 miles ).
DAY 10 Sudbury / Huntsville
Today ’ s drive takes you through some delightful natural scenery as you drive to Huntsville , in the Muskoka region ( 146 miles ).
DAY 11 Huntsville
The Muskoka is one of Ontario ’ s most cherished natural playgrounds , renowned for over 1,500 sparkling lakes and mature mixed forests as far as the eye can see . Activities include hiking and biking , there ’ s also good food to delve into and some top-notch entertainment , so you ’ re sure to have a fun-filled day .
DAY 12 Huntsville / Ottawa
Travel west today as you head for the country ’ s capital city , Ottawa ( 213 miles ).
DAY 13 Ottawa
Ottawa has evolved into one of Canada ’ s most exciting cities without losing its small-town charm . With a walkable downtown area , great public transport , an abundance of parks , an outdoor dining and cafe culture , it ’ s easy to see why it ’ s one of the world ’ s best-loved cities . Top sights include the Rideau Canal , which is an historic engineering triumph , Parliament Hill to watch the Changing of the Guard , and perhaps eat your way through Little Italy and Chinatown .
DAY 14 Ottawa / Kingston
Travel onwards to Kingston , a walkable city where hidden alleyways contain antique markets and restaurant patios . There are dozens of museums and historical sites , so there ’ s no shortage of things to see and do . Kingston is also the gateway to the picturesque 1000 Islands region and you ’ ll find lots of boat trips ( 121 miles ).
DAY 15 Kingston / Toronto
Return to Toronto where the tour concludes with your onward journey ( 164 miles ).
ONTARIO
Manitoulin Island
Blue Mountain
Sudbury
Huntsville
Blue Mountain
QUÉBEC
Ottawa
Kingston
Toronto Niagara-on-the-Lake
USA
Toronto 3 nights ~ Niagara-on-the-Lake 1 night Blue Mountain 2 nights ~ Manitoulin Island 2 nights Sudbury 1 night ~ Huntsville 2 nights Ottawa 2 nights ~ Kingston 1 night
St Lawrence River
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Departures : Daily between May-Oct .
Accommodation : 4H Chelsea Hotel , Toronto ; 3H Hilton Garden Inn , Niagara-on-the-Lake ; 4HPlus Westin Trillium House , Blue Mountain ; 3HPlus Manitoulin Island Hotel ; 3H Radisson Hotel , Sudbury ; 3H Best Western Plus Muskoka Inn , Huntsville ; 4H Ottawa Marriott ; 3H Green Acres Inn , Kingston .
Meals : Room only .
Tour price : The price shown for this tour includes international flights to and from Toronto , 12 days compact car hire and accommodation .
* Ferry bookings are not included and cannot be prebooked . Please ask for details .
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