The cosmopolitan city of Toronto is the starting point of this two-week circular tour. Northbound from Toronto, explore the national parks in Ontario's interior. After a brief stay in the capital, Ottawa, return to the tranquillity of nature in Québec's national parks.The trail leads southbound via the bustling cities of Québec City and Montréal,
famous for their joie devivre, to the thundering splendour of Niagara Falls.

Day 1:Arrival in Toronto
Transfer independently to your downtown hotel. Rest of day is at leisure. Overnight in Toronto.

Day 2:Toronto to Midland
(145km) Scenic drive to Huron country with a detour through Penetanguishene, an old native village.We suggest a visit to Georgian Bay's ‘30 000 Islands’ and a tour of the Jesuit mission at Sainte- Marie among the Hurons. Overnight in Midland.

Day 3: Midland to Huntsville
(185km) Leaving Midland, the road leads north-east to century-old Algonquin Provincial Park and the Muskoka region. Stay 2 nights near Huntsville.

Day 4: Huntsville
The Huntsville area offers tennis, golf, boat cruises, horseback riding and hiking trails. A short drive away are Lion's Lookout Park or Muskoka Pioneer Village.

Day 5: Huntsville to Gatineau Park / Ottawa
(350km) Journey into Québec to Gatineau Park. In Gatineau Park, enjoy kilometres of bicycle paths and
fascinating views from look-outs over the river. Overnight in Ottawa.

Day 6: Ottawa to Tremblant
(200km) Explore the capital region and the Parliament Buildings, or take a cruise on the Ottawa River. It is a short drive into the Laurentian Mountains. Stay 2 nights in Tremblant.

Day 7:Tremblant
Enjoy a full day in the Laurentians. A good local excursion includes the village of St. Jovite and Mont- Tremblant Park, Québec's oldest provincial park.

Day 8:Tremblant to Québec City
(380km) A scenic drive on the Chemin du Roy, brings you past numerous historical French- Canadian villages.Trois-Rivieres is Québec’s secondoldest city and many of its streets are characterised by 18th century style structures and galleries. In Batiscan, you can view the stone prebystery that is an architectural gem and perhaps see historical craft demonstrations. Stay 2 nights in Québec City.

Day 9: Québec City
Full day in Québec City, Canada's oldest city. Highlights include the Fortifications, a national historic park; Place Royale and Old Québec, designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO; or the Montmorency Falls.

Day 10: Québec City to St. Michel-des-Saints
(180km) Scenic drive through the fertile plains and rolling hills of the Mauricie / Bois-Francs and Lanaudiere regions, bound for the forests and unspoiled scenery of Lac à la Truite. Overnight in St.Michel-des-Saints. Dinner included.

Day 11: St. Michel-des-Saints
Beautiful scenery surrounds you at the Lac à la Truite, with numerous outdoor activities at your disposal. Suggest canoeing, fishing, mountain biking or sailing. Alternatively, head for the hills along the hiking or horseback riding trails. Overnight in St.Michel-des-Saints.

Day 12: St. Michel-des-Saints to Montréal
(160km) Traverse the Lanaudiere region and its numerous lakes. Stop in Berthierville and visit the Gilles Villeneuve Museum, then continue to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Montréal.We suggest a visit to Notre-Dame Basilica, the Olympic site, the Biodome, the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, Mt. Royal Park, Casino or the underground city. Overnight in Montréal.

Day 13: Montréal to Kingston
(290km) Cross the border into Ontario and explore the tranquillity of the Thousand Islands region.Visit Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg and Old Fort Henry or take a leisurely cruise through the Thousand Islands. Overnight in Kingston.

Day 14: Kingston to Niagara Falls
(390km) Drive along Lake Ontario, skirting Ontario's capital,Toronto, to reach Niagara Falls. Visit Niagara-on-the- Lake, a charming 19th century village. Overnight in Niagara Falls.

Day 15: End of tour
(130km) Return to Toronto.

• 14 nights accommodation
• Auberge dulac Taureau, use of canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, mountian bikes (1 hour), or sail boats (1 hour) access to beach, indoor pool and jacuzzi.
• A personalised Canada Roadbook, containing essential travel information featuring overview notes of the area of travel, local sightseeing and attractions, daily itinerary highlights, provincial maps with city
  guides, hotel vouchers and customised day by day routing maps
• Applicable taxes
  NOTE: Meals and attraction (unless specified), park entrance fees and car rental are not included.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY PACKAGE:
Enjoy a pre-bookable activity package for only £42 per person including:

• Day 4: 4 hour Algonquin canoe trip (self-guided)
• Day 9: 2 hour Québec City Tour
  (Activity package available 02 May to 11 October 2008).