| Quebec and Ontario on a Budget |
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You can easily customize this itinerary by changing the proposed accommodations and by choosing some optional extensions out of our wide selection of short packages. You also have the opportunity to spice up your holiday thanks to our unique choice of "à la carte" excursions. Please feel free to contact us if there's anything (activity, accommodation, length) you would like to change in the package (even if you cannot find it on our website). We are here to help create the holiday of your dream!
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-Duration : 17 days and 16 nights -Theme : Low Cost Vacation -Begin : Toronto -End : Montreal |
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| We built these driving holidays for those looking to live a maximum of experiences without spending a fortune for accommodation. Hence, you will have the opportunity to discover some of the most beautiful attractions in Ontario and Quebec: The gigantism of Niagara Falls, the energy of Toronto, Ottawa’s rich museums, the legendary Laurentian Mountains, beautiful Quebec City, the majestic Saguenay Fjord, the quaint Lac-Saint-Jean region, the land of the loggers and the thrilling city of Montreal. |
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Upon arrival at the hotel on day one, you’ll find your personalized Globe-Trotter roadbook at the front desk. This very complete package of travelling literature includes: the relevant road maps, a copy of your detailed itinerary, some useful travelling tips, the vouchers, the relevant travelling guides, a 24h/7d toll free emergency number as well as a few surprises !
Day 1 - Toronto / Niagara Falls (130 km)
Pick-up your vehicle and head towards Niagara Falls. The incredible power of the water will assuredly leave you breathless!
Days 2 and 3 - Niagara Falls/ Toronto (130 km)
Cruise on the Maid of the Mist before your departure. Let yourself be charmed by Canada’s financial metropolis. The “Queen” city has a lot to offer. Stroll along its seemingly never ending streets, admire the famous CN Tower, discover amazing museums, and take part to some of its many cultural and sporting events.
Days 4 and 5 - Toronto / Ottawa (460 km)
It’s yours to discover Ottawa’s main attractions: the parliament, the Rideau Canal, the public market, and above all, the rich museums. We strongly suggest the visit of the Civilization Museum in Gatineau.
| From Toronto (day 4), here are a few optional short stays that you could easily add to your package. Please refer to their duration in order to determine the number of nights each of these trips will add to the original route. |
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The Voyageurs Escape
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights
Theme : Canoe and Algonquin Park
Location : Algonquin Park
For more information
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Adventure In The Land Of The Algoquin
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights or 4 days and 3 nights
Theme : Multi-activities and Call of the Wolf
Location : Algonquin Park
For more information |
These are only a few samples of the short packages that are actually available. For additional ideas, please visit our short packages section.
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Days 6 and 7 - Ottawa / Tremblant (152 km)
Nestled in the heart of the legendary Laurentian Mountains, the Mont-Tremblant village represents a world class holiday resort! You will also have the opportunity to explore its famous national park which features 400 lakes, 6 rivers and countless waterfalls. In the evening, you will surely be delighted to discover the animated pedestrian village which is famous for the quality and the variety of its night life!
Days 8 and 9 - Tremblant / Quebec City (324 km)
Exceptional for both the richness of its architectural heritage and the beauty of its site, Quebec City has the appearance and the atmosphere of an old-world town. Moreover, the surrounding areas offer delightful landscapes. Yield to temptation of an excursion toward the spectacular Montmorency Falls and the Île d’Orleans.
Days 10 and 11 - Quebec City /Sacré-Coeur (221 km)
The drive leads you along Charlevoix's rocky coastline where mountains spectacularly plunged into the salted waters of the St-Lawrence River. Your destination: the Saguenay Fjord, maybe the best place in the world to observe the whales and the belugas!
| From Quebec City (day 10), here are a few optional short stays that you could easily add to your package. Please refer to their duration in order to determine the number of nights each of these trips will add to the original route. |
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The Green Island Escape
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights
Theme : Island Vacation
Location : Ile Verte
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Auberge du Lièvre
Duration : 2 days and 1 nights
Theme : Cruise and Island vacation
Location : Île-aux-Lièvres
For more information |
These are only a few samples of the short packages that are actually available. For additional ideas, please visit our short packages section.
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Days 12 and 13 - Sacré-Coeur / Péribonka (171 km)
Head off to the inland sea where history, Indian culture and magnificent sceneries mix in a most delightful way! With its 210 Km of shores and its many sandy beaches, the lake is an ideal place for nautical activities or for a lovely cruise. Take also the time to meet with its attaching inhabitants known as “les bleuets”.
Day 14 - Péribonka / Shawinigan (386 km)
On your way to the raftmen country, you’ll drive along the magnificent St-Maurice Valley. Definitely one of the most beautiful roads in Quebec. This is a wonderful place to truly experience the Canadian forest! The Mauricie region offers you the richness of its natural and cultural heritage.
Days 15 and 16 - Shawinigan /Montreal (137 km)
Second French speaking city in theworld after Paris, Montreal combinesold world influences with North-American modernity in a very uniqueway. Let yourself be charmed by the romantic streets of Old Montreal and conquer its exhilarating nights! (Breakfast included on day 15)
Day 17 - Montreal
Some time to visit before heading to the airport. |
| Departures dates |
| Daily departures depending on availability from May 1 to October 31, 2009. |
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| Price per person: |
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Dormitory accommodation |
double |
662 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
single |
825 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
triple |
622 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
quadruple |
608 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
child (under 12) |
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As you probably have been in position to appreciate, this package features Dormitory. However, please note that, upon request, we can also offer most of our itineraries with economic, standard, superior, high-end, B&B and chalet accommodation. Please feel free to contact us if you want to change the type of accommodation.

| The cost includes: |
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The cost does not include: |
· The personalized roadbook of the perfect Globe-Trotter:road map, detailed itinerary, useful infos, touristic guides, etc.
· The assistance of your travel adviser in Canada who can be reached with a toll-free emergency number
· Maid of the Mist cruise
· 16 nights accommodation
· 1 meal
· The applicable taxes and the contribution to the compensation Fund
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· Air travel (you can howerver purchase yours airline tickets on our site)
· Car rental ( you can easily add a car rental to your package using the table below)
· The travel insurance
· Personal expenses
· Drinks (excluding coffee and tea with meals included)
· Private bathroom |
| Car rental - Airport pick-up! |
| TIP: Please note that these prices include a pick up directly at the airport. Considering how expensive taxi transfer can be and the fact that you'll only have to park your vehicle in downtown (city centre) the first night, we truly belive that it's the easiest way to proceed.
By clicking on the links, you’ll obtain the profile of each vehicle. |
Rental car type / Duration |
Low Season
from 04-01 to 30-06 and
from 28-08 to 19-12
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High Season
from 01-07 to 27-08 and
from 20-12 to 03-01
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706 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
826 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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740 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
869 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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854 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
940 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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889 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1004 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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1365 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1480 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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1129 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1245 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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995 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1099 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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1270 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1390 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
Your car rental with Globe-Trotter includes: Unlimited mileage in Canada and the USA, excluding the Whitehorse (200 km per day) and Jasper (100 km per day) locations, LDW insurance for the 25 years old and more (between 21 and 24, some fees apply), 1 million$ third party liability insurance, 24h/7d emergency service, a wide network of locations throughout Canada, several opportunities to return the vehicle in a different location than the one where it was picked up, airport pick up or drop off fees and taxes, car registration and the applicable taxes |

The table below features a selection of optional activities you can add to your basic package. The featured prices (adult and children) include all the activities. By choosing this option, all the activities featured in the table will be added to your package.
| The GTT's favorite excursions |
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Adult: 220 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
Children: 148 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
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Please note that this table only features a slight portion of the excursions that are actually available. We invite you to check the complete list of our Ontario and Quebec “à la carte” excursions. You’ll also find a complete description for each activity.
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