East Coast United States and Canadian Discovery

Welcome to the USA! On arrival at Boston Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Boston is one of America’s oldest and most historic cities and is a unique blend of traditional charm and contemporary vitality providing ample opportunities to explore. This evening meet your fellow travellers at a pre tour briefing.
Two Night Stay: Sheraton Boston or similar

The morning is free for you to explore Boston.
In the afternoon, we are joined by a local guide for a walk along the Freedom Trail. Follow this journey through history which tells stories of the American Revolution which began in Boston. Visit the interesting sights of Boston Common, Faneuil Hall and the Old State House. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel through the states of Vermont and New Hampshire, passing through Franconia Notch and the picturesque White Mountains, which come alive during the autumn foliage. Pass into Canada and the French-Canadian province of Québec. We continue our journey to the quintessentially French city of Montréal. Montréal is a slice of old Europe mixed with contemporary design, where rich history and culture meet chic modernism. A simple stroll can lead you past 18th Century facades of old Montréal in one step and glittering skyscrapers and modern sculpture in the next.
Two Night Stay: Hampton Inn by Hilton Montreal Downtown or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, viewing Notre Dame Cathedral, an intricate and historical basilica built in gothic style, then soak up the fantastic views of the city skyline from the parklands of Mt. Royal. This afternoon is at leisure to explore this historic and vibrant city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Continue along the picturesque St. Lawrence River and follow the scenic “Chemin du Roy” (King’s Road), the oldest roadway in Canada before arriving at a traditional Québécois Sugar Shack. You’re Invited: Enjoy French Canadian country charm and hospitality and learn how to make maple candy, then partake in a delicious French Canadian lunch that showcases the local country cuisine. Visit Deschambault, a quaint village along the St. Lawrence River, then follow the historic “New France Route” to Québec City, the UNESCO World Heritage Site spectacularly perched atop Cap Diamant.  Arrive into Québec City in the afternoon and meet our local guide for a tour of The Plains of Abraham, the Citadel and Parliament buildings. You will then embark on a walking tour within the walls of the Vieux Carré (Old City) and visit Lower Town. This is truly a remarkable city, every building in Old Québec tells a story and every square exudes the spirit of New France with a history dating back many hundreds of years.
Two Night Stay: Hotel Clarendon or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Spend the day exploring the quaint streets, ancient buildings and getting to know the local food and people.  

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leaving old-world Québec behind, we drive through rolling countryside following the St. Lawrence River to Canada’s national capital, Ottawa. Enroute visit Madahoki Farms,  an authentic cultural experience.  After a traditional arrival and welcome spend some time with their cultural Ambassadors who will share their indigenous culture including the story of the Spirit Horses.
Overnight Stay: Delta Ottawa Hotel City Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, our local guide joins us for a tour of Ottawa, famous for its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip filled gardens during spring. See the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the National Gallery. We view the residences of the Prime Minister and the Governor General, the Royal Canadian Mint and the Rideau Canal. Travel through the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River and along the shores of Lake Ontario to Toronto.
Two Night Stay: Westin Harbour Castle or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Start the day with a journey to the top of CN Tower, the tallest free-standing tower in the Americas, for some spectacular views over Toronto. Travel up University Avenue to take in the sights of Ontario’s Parliament Buildings, Queen’s Park and museum row. Visit Canada’s majestic castle, Casa Loma and step back in time to a period of European elegance and splendour. Enjoy a tour of the castle and free time to explore the magnificent gardens.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit the historic and beautifully preserved village of Niagara-on-the-Lake before continuing our journey to one of the most spectacular natural sights of North America, Niagara Falls. A highlight today is a thrilling cruise which takes you through churning waters past the American and Bridal Veil Falls and into the inside curve of Horseshoe Falls. Get up close to one of the most incredible waterfalls in the world and feel the mist washing over you on this magnificent cruise. Afterwards, enjoy some free time or take an optional helicopter ride over the falls
Overnight Stay: DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we cross the border into the United States and journey through the countryside of Pennsylvania and the Appalachian Mountains. Make our way to the quaint and attractive Lancaster County, home to the religious Amish and Mennonite communities who are known for their simple and traditional lives largely void of modern conveniences. This evening, savour an authentic Amish feast prepared in the traditional ways.
Overnight Stay: The Inn at Leola Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

You’re Invited: Experience the way of the Amish on a tour through a local village. We are joined by a local guide for a tour around the Amish countryside to learn about the culture, faith and traditional way of life. Continue to the world’s most powerful capital, Washington D.C. home to some of the nation’s finest national treasures
Two Night Stay: Washington Marriott Georgetown or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a city tour viewing such highlights as the U.S. Capitol Building, the F.B.I. Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the John F. Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums or historic & cultural sights.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leaving the city, we travel north to Philadelphia, the ‘City of Brotherly Love’ and the birthplace of a nation. You will have free time to explore the Independence Mall area on your own and see the award-winning National Constitution Centre or the Liberty Bell. Continue our journey to the exciting and vibrant New York City. A visit to the bustling and iconic “Big Apple” is a must on any trip to the USA and this thriving city will no doubt live up to its reputation. Wonder at the concrete metropolis of sky scrapers, shops, bars, restaurants, boutiques, iconic and historic sights mixed with the style and culture of the people as you soak up the New York atmosphere.
Two Night Stay: New York Hilton Midtown or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover New York City at your own pace with an included Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Bus Tour. Your ticket will allow you to explore over 50 stops throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, from The United Nations to Times Square, from Harlem to Battery Park.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to New York International Airport to board your homeward flight, or consider taking in more of New York with some post tour accommodation. 

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Evergreen Tours cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Meals Included: Breakfast