3-Day Eastern Canada 3Capitals Express: Whirlwind Highlights
New Edinburgh Ottawa, Quebec City
Join our fast-paced express journey through Eastern Canada. Efficiently visit major highlights across Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City before enjoying a classic Thousand Islands cruise.
3-Day Eastern Canada Express Tour
This 3-day guided tour covers Eastern Canada’s historic cities and landmarks, ideal for travelers seeking an efficient cultural experience starting in the Greater Toronto Area.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Kingston, Ottawa, and Montreal
Pickup is available from selected GTA locations including Mississauga, Downtown Toronto, Richmond Hill, and Scarborough. Travel to Kingston for a city orientation and lunch. Continue to Ottawa to view Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall, the Canadian War Museum, and the Canadian Museum of History from the outside. Evening arrival in Montreal includes dinner in Chinatown and a night visit to Old Montreal’s cobblestone streets and Notre-Dame Basilica exterior before hotel check-in.
Day 2: Montreal, Quebec City, and Seasonal Experiences
Summer Itinerary
Visit Montreal’s attractions such as St. Joseph’s Oratory, the Biodome, and Botanical Garden. Afterward, enjoy a traditional maple sugar shack experience with regional maple treats and a themed lunch. Continue to Quebec City to explore Old Quebec, including Château Frontenac, historic churches, Place d’Armes, and French-inspired architecture. Dinner is arranged in the historic district before overnight stay.
Fall Foliage Itinerary (Sept 26 - Oct 17)
This itinerary replaces Montreal attractions and the sugar shack visit with a trip to Mont-Tremblant, a mountain village known for autumn colors. Take a gondola ride for panoramic views. Continue to Old Quebec City to see Château Frontenac, city walls, the Quebec Parliament Building, and enjoy photo opportunities of the St. Lawrence River and fall foliage. Dinner is at guests’ own expense, followed by hotel check-in.
Day 3: Thousand Islands Cruise and Return to Toronto
Travel to the Thousand Islands region with lunch in Gananoque. Board the Rockport Cruise for one hour on the St. Lawrence River to see island cottages, Millionaire’s Row, and Boldt Castle. Return to Toronto by coach where the tour ends.
Highlights
- High-efficiency express pace for time-conscious travelers
- Panoramic city tour of Kingston and historic visits in Ottawa and Montreal
- Scenic one-hour Rockport Cruise through the Thousand Islands
- Professional bilingual guides throughout the tour
What’s Included
- Point-to-point transportation
- 2 days of breakfast
- 2 nights hotel accommodation
- Professional tour guide (English and Chinese)
- Service fee of CA$48.00 per person
What’s Not Included
- Meals: 3 lunches and 2 dinners (unless Meal-Inclusive option selected)
- Optional activities depending on season (summer or fall foliage) such as museums, gardens, gondola rides, and Thousand Islands Cruise unless appropriate ticket type is purchased
Important Information
- Optional activities are payable on arrival and not included in the basic tour price
- Ticket prices may change without notice; please check current prices before booking
- Itinerary may vary due to weather, traffic, or attraction closures; the operator reserves the right to change the itinerary
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure preferred departure dates, especially for the fall foliage season. Bring comfortable walking shoes and dress for seasonal weather conditions. Check inclusion of meals and optional activities when selecting tickets.
