Best of Eastern Canada and USA with Insight Vacations

14 days

17 May 26 to 30 May 26

Book by 04 Dec 25

Discover the best of Canada and the United States on a 14-day guided journey. Admire Toronto’s regal charm, the mighty Niagara Falls, and Montréal’s stunning Notre-Dame Basilica before tracing history in Boston and Philadelphia. Conclude in New York City, meeting local artisans and savoring authentic flavors at a lively neighborhood market.

Includes

14 Day Insight Vacations Guided Holiday
13 Nights in stylish, hand picked hotel accommodation
Authentic dining inclusive of 13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned coach
An expert Insight Travel Director
From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
Baggage handling everywhere, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
Hotel and restaurant tips are included
Personal radio headsets, gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any of your local expert's fascinating insights and commentaries
Additional experiences during your free time that can be purchased at an additional cost
Top Rated Highlights
Cruise Along Niagara Falls
Basilique Notre-Dame de Montreal
Montreal City Tour
Quebec City Tour
New York City Tour
Visit the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia
Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture
and much more!
Unique Insight Experiences
Essex Market Food Tour and Demonstration: Enjoy a visit to Essex Market, a cornerstone of the Lower East Side for over 100 years. Meet and hear the stories of local vendors while tasting their noteworthy specialities from around the world.

Excludes

Flights
Transfers not mentioned
Visas
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature

Extras

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Optional Experiences available at an additional cost
Not all departure dates are definite at time of loading, please enquire with one of our agents

Highlights

21 Nights in stylish hotel accommodation
20 Meals
Unique Insight Experiences

Itinerary

Day 1: Thrilling Toronto

Welcome to Toronto, a vibrant city on Lake Ontario known for its food and wine scene and eclectic restaurants. After settling in, feel free to explore the town and discover what it has to offer. Later, savour dinner accompanied by wine in the company of your fellow travellers. Accommodation: Hilton Toronto Included Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Toronto and the Thundering Falls of Niagara

See Toronto's top sights before venturing to the quaint 19th-century town of Niagara-on-the-Lake which offers gorgeous views of Lake Ontario. See the flowers and old-world architecture of the city before heading to the spectacular Niagara Falls. Experience the thrill of Niagara Falls up close on a state-of-the-art eco-catamaran. Feel the mighty power, thundering water and mesmerising mist on this memorable boat ride to the base of the falls. Next, you can choose to soar above Niagara's stunning landscapes on an exhilarating helicopter flight. Witness the Whirlpool Rapids, Rainbow Bridge, American Falls, Skylon Tower and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, where rainbows appear in the mist. Later, return to Toronto for an evening at leisure or choose to visit the top of the iconic CN Tower which defines the Toronto Skyline. Interact with visual exhibits to learn fascinating stories about this engineering marvel and enjoy panoramic views of the skyline and Lake Ontario. Accommodation: Hilton Toronto Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Kingston and Ottawa

Journey to historic Kingston, otherwise known as the Limestone City. Here you’ll view the city’s storied buildings, churches and fortifications, many of which being constructed from limestone itself. Continue to the Canadian capital of Ottawa where you’ll join a cooking demonstration at a local barn owned by Just Food, a non-profit organization that creates dining experiences focused on sustainable food and farming practices. Learn new culinary skills and discover more about local cuisine using staples from the Canadian terroir such as maple sugar, haskaps, Labrador tea and wildflowers. End the experience with a delicious three-course dinner with wine, before heading back to your hotel. Accommodation: Ottawa Marriott Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Canada's Capital to Montreal

Get ready for an exciting morning exploring Ottawa on a tour of the city’s stately boulevards. Then, visit Mādahòkì Farm and experience a lively traditional Powwow dance. Join this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada and how they revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans. Continue to the diverse metropolis of Montreal, which is in the French-speaking province of Quebec. Accommodation: Marriott Chateau Champlain Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Montreal, the Royal Mountain

Today you’ll join a Local Expert who will guide you around Old Montreal. The narrow cobblestone streets draw you in with their lively little plazas, shops and cafes. From the grand mansions of Mount Royal to the iconic old port, Old Montreal is a historic neighbourhood that is now a major hot spot with beautiful architecture, vibrant street art and plenty of opportunities for photo-ops, especially at the top of Mount Royal. Next, visit the Notre-Dame Basilica and discover the history of the first neo-gothic church in Canada and marvel at its breathtaking architecture and exceptional stained glass windows. The rest of the day is free to enjoy as you please. Accommodation: Marriott Chateau Champlain Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Montmorency Falls Park to Quebec City

Depart Montreal and immerse yourself in Canadian culinary adventures as you indulge in the sweet delights of maple syrup, harvested and crafted right on-site. After lunch, join an Insight Choice experience to Montmorency Falls Park where you will experience that natural wonder that towers 84m (272 feet) tall over the Saint Lawrence River. Or, visit a Copper Art Studio for a guided tour and demonstration of the repoussé copper art before trying it yourself. Accommodation: Hilton Quebec Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7: Quintessential Quebec

Discover more of Quebec City’s history and charm with a Local Expert. You'll see the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, City Hall and Palace Royale, while learning about the city’s long history as one of the oldest European settlements in North America. No visit to Old Quebec would be complete without seeing the grand hotel Château Frontenac, designated a National Historic Site of Canada and UNESCO World Heritage Site, being one of the first grand railway hotels completed in Canada. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the evening enjoy your Celebration Dinner in historic old Quebec. Accommodation: Hilton Quebec Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Québec City to Boston

Depart Quebec City, crossing the border from Canada into the USA to explore the scenic beauty of New England. Take in the breathtaking views of the White Mountains as you journey through Franconia Notch State Park, winding past the park’s characteristic high peaks and dense woodlands. As Boston’s skyline comes into view, feel the excitement grow, as you anticipate two unforgettable nights in one of America's most dynamic cities. Accommodation: Hyatt Regency, Boston Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 9: Boston, the Cradle of Liberty

Famous for its American Revolutionary war history, Boston is a place for keen history buffs. Join your Travel Director as they guide you along the Freedom Trail, a route that leads you to several historically significant sites, including the Old State House and the meeting house where the Boston Tea Party of 1773 was planned. The rest of your day is at leisure. Perhaps take a stroll to Downtown Crossing or historic Faneuil Hall. For foodies in search of the city's best street eats, head to Boston's North End. With its large Italian community, this part of town houses some of the best Italian bakeries in the city, as lines of shoppers circle the block to get their hands on fresh cannoli and other treats. Accommodation: Hyatt Regency, Boston Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10: A Bite of the Big Apple

Follow the bright lights to New York City. Choose to visit one of the city's newest attractions, Summit One Vanderbilt with stunning views of the New York skyline, or explore Midtown's fascinating architecture on foot with a Local Expert. This evening, your hotel is in the heart of Time Square and a short walk from iconic attractions like the Rockefeller Center, Braynt Park, and Broadway Theater. Accommodation: The Westin New York at Times Square Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: A Manhattan Masterpiece

Explore the City that Never Sleeps with your Local Expert, before heading out on your own. If it's tranquillity you're after, relish the calm of Central Park, an expansive space designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Later, visit Essex Lower East Side Neighbourhood Market for a food tour and demonstration. Accommodation: The Westin New York at Times Square Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12: Liberty in Philadelphia and D.C.

Travel to Pennsylvania's largest city, Philadelphia, where the Liberty Bell first chimed and Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Explore Independence National Historic Park and visit the Liberty Bell with your Travel Director. Journey to Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps join an optional Illuminations Tour in the evening to see the capital's sights in a new light. Accommodation: Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Washington, D.C. Sightseeing and Leisure Time

In the morning, immerse yourself on a sightseeing tour and delve into the proud heritage of a nation. View the White House, the striking Washington Monument, and the sprawling National Mall. Reflect on the country's most turbulent days at the Lincoln Memorial and the World War II Memorial. Next, visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the newest member of the Smithsonian Institution and the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. The rest of the day is at leisure. Join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a Celebration Dinner and toast to new friends and fantastic memories. Accommodation: Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14: Depart Washington, D.C.

Depart at your leisure to Dulles International Airport or Reagan National Airport for your flight home. Alternatively, extend your stay to depart at your leisure. Included Meals: Breakfast

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Prices are per person twin share, include discounts, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date. Our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season, availability is correct at time of loading and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. Package excludes extra nights’ accommodation, optional extensions, airfares, taxes and fees, flight supplements, surcharges and airport transfers. You can do optional free-time add-on experiences in your free time and pay for them as you travel (additional costs apply). Full payment due 120 days prior to departure or at time of booking if booked within 120 days of departure; whichever comes first. Prices are in ZAR, are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and are subject to availability. R3000 per person deposit required at time of booking to hold space; some trips require payment in full at time of booking. If you need to cancel your booking after deposit, we'll give you a Future Travel Credit to use when you rebook with us. High season supplements and block out dates may apply. Supplier and tour operator is not responsible for technical or system errors that may interfere with or otherwise prohibit the use of promotion or sale. Other conditions may apply. All Black Friday Offers: Valid on new bookings only made between 30 October 2025 and 04 December 2025. Savings are valid on the land or river cruise portion and are not valid on single supplements, airfares or extra night accommodations. Savings are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Minimum number of guests are required to operate departures. If guests change to another tour or date not on sale, they are responsible to pay the difference and adhere to different payment conditions; discounts are not transferrable. Deals may be combined with 5% Global Tour Rewards savings only; not combinable with other promotional offers, group discounts, custom group bookings or Future Travel Credit carry forward discount. Please note that websites do not reflect live capacity and in some instances sold out departures may still display for a brief period of time. Other conditions may apply, including our Booking Conditions. Tour operator reserves the right to withdraw promotional offers and adjust savings anytime without notice. At time of loading this may not be a definite departure, please contact a travel consultant for more info. Other conditions may apply. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.

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