Included in this offer :

• 13-day/12-night self-driving tour
• Accommodation as listed in the programme (or similar) in 2-star and 3*-star hotels
• Accommodation only, meals not included
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Toyota Corolla or similar car hire
• 24-hour helpline

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BEHIND THE WHEEL IN QUEBEC & ONTARIO

Discover Canada's great outdoors with this itinerary combining big cities and nature. Your itinerary will take you through the must-see stops in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. You can discover the main attractions at your own pace, while enjoying the refinement and charm of the establishments on offer.

Your itinerary day by day:
Day 1: Montreal airport (vehicle pick-up)
Day 2: Montreal
Day 3: Quebec City
Day 4: Quebec City
Day 5: Lac St Jean
Day 6: Lac St Jean
Day 7: Mauricie
Day 8: Mauricie
Day 9: Ottawa
Day 10: Thousand Islands
Day 11: Toronto
Day 12: Toronto
Day 13: Toronto - Toronto Airport (return the car)

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN MONTREAL

Arrive at Montreal airport and ** pick up your rental car** Welcome to Canada!

Montreal is the second largest French-speaking city after Paris: a city of contrasts, with its historic Old Port and modern downtown. Explore the historic district of Old Montreal, called Ville Marie by the first settlers, the most charming part of the city. You'll have the chance to visit the famous Place Jacques Cartier and the magnificent Hôtel de Ville.

Continue downtown and don't miss the Place Ville Marie observatory, with its unique view of the city 185 meters above ground, and another of the city's special features: an underground network of cafés, restaurants and boutiques.

No meal. Overnight in Montreal.

DAY 2: MONTREAL

Two other districts are particularly recommended: the Quartier Latin and Mont Royal, with its Basilica of St. Joseph's Oratory and its park, a magnificent 200-hectare urban green space.

If you still have time, we recommend a visit to the Olympic Park, where you can enjoy a tour of the botanical garden, the Biodôme, the Olympic Stadium or the Insectarium.

Suggested excursions : Guided tour of Old Montreal, Place Ville Marie Observatory, guided tour of Mount Royal Park.

No meals. Overnight in Montreal.

DAY 3: QUEBEC

Quebec City is the capital of the province of Quebec and the oldest city in Canada. Behind its high stone walls, admire the star-shaped citadel and the impressive fortifications. Stop by the Parliament building before exploring the Old Port, Place Royale and Petit-Champlain. A lunch or dinner in a traditional sugar shack is highly recommended. You will have the chance to discover the traditional art of making maple syrup, before enjoying a memorable meal!

Distance to destination: 255 km

No meal. Overnight stay in Quebec City.

DAY 4: QUEBEC

Don't miss a visit to the impressive Montmorency Falls, a natural wonder higher than Niagara Falls. If you're not afraid of heights, you can even zip-line across them for an exceptional souvenir.

Suggested excursions : Guided tour of Old Quebec, Montmorency Falls, Jacques-Cartier National Park.

No meals. Overnight in Quebec City.

DAY 5: LAC SAINT JEAN

Now head for Jacques-Cartier National Park. The park is home to a beautiful glacial valley, the Vallée de Jacques-Cartier, a spectacular 600-metre-deep channel through which meanders one of Quebec's most beautiful rivers.

It's a nature-lover's paradise where you can observe wildlife such as moose, caribou, deer, wolves, foxes, river otters and black bears. We recommend a trip in a traditional rabaska canoe.

Then explore the magnificent Parc national du fjord du Saguenay, a natural wonder with 100 kilometers of hiking trails to admire this unspoiled region.

Distance to destination: 290 km

No meals. Overnight at Lac Saint Jean.

DAY 6: LAC SAINT JEAN

If you want to continue exploring the world of wildlife, the Zoo sauvage de St-Félicien is the place for you. With 4.5 km of pedestrian walkway, 90 species and 1,000 animals, it's one of Canada's largest zoos.

Now it's time to step back in time with a visit to the historic village of Val Jalbert. A veritable open-air museum, Val Jalbert is a reconstruction of a village from the 1920s. It's a unique opportunity to experience life in the last century, thanks to a fascinating tour punctuated by immersive live shows.

Suggested excursions : Guided tour of the historic village of Val Jalbert, St Félicien zoo

No meal. Overnight at Lac Saint Jean.

DAY 7: MAURICIE

La Mauricie National Park is a wilderness located in one of the world's oldest mountain ranges, the southern Laurentians, on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River. With 150 lakes and 536 km2 of forests inhabited by wild animals, it's an exceptionally well-preserved area. A wide range of activities are on offer, including kayaking, canoeing, swimming and hiking.

Distance to destination: 350 km

No meals. Overnight in Mauricie.

DAY 8: MAURICIE

We recommend a guided tour with a professional guide to see black bears in their natural habitat, or a seaplane excursion to discover the natural beauty of the park from the air.

You can also visit Trois-Rivières. Founded in 1634, it is the second oldest city in North America.

Suggested excursions: Seaplane tour, Black bear and beaver watching, Guided tour of La Mauricie National Park

No meals. Overnight in Mauricie.

DAY 9: OTTAWA

If you want to learn more about Canada's flora and fauna, stop off at Omega Park.

Continue on to Ottawa, Canada's capital. Enjoy a visit to the Rideau Canal and the government buildings on Parliament Hill. Many other attractions are recommended: ByWard Market, Embassy Row, Gatineau Park.

You can learn more about Canada at the Canadian Museum of History, where you'll discover collections that shed light on the country's history and the cultural diversity of its population.

Suggested excursions : Guided tour of Parliament Hill, Canadian Museum of History, Omega Park

Distance to destination: 320 km

No meals. Overnight in Ottawa.

DAY 10: THOUSAND ISLANDS

Today, you'll visit a unique natural wonder, the Thousand Islands region. This is a group of over 1,800 islands in the St. Lawrence River, straddling the border between the United States and Canada.

Islands vary in size, from over 100 km2 to tiny parcels of land occupied by a single small cabin. There are elaborate island mansions, such as the German-style Château Boldt on Heart Island and Château Singer on Dark Island, with its Gothic windows and secret passageways. We highly recommend embarking on a cruise.

Suggested excursions: Thousand Islands boat trip

Distance to destination: 165 km

No meals. Overnight in Kingston.

DAY 11: TORONTO

Visit Toronto's most iconic landmark: the CN Tower, the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Continue with a visit to Chinatown, Kensington Market and its bohemian ambience, and the Eaton Centre with Yonge/Dundas Square, one of Canada's liveliest and most animated intersections.

For shoppers, take a stroll down Bloor Street, Toronto's and Canada's most famous shopping district.

For culture buffs, visit the Distillery District, considered Canada's premier arts, culture and entertainment destination. Victorian industrial buildings from the 19th century have been restored and are now home to unique boutiques, restaurants and galleries.

Distance to destination: 290 km

No meals. Overnight in Toronto.

DAY 12: TORONTO

We highly recommend a trip to Niagara Falls to discover this breathtaking site, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. For an even more awe-inspiring experience, board a cruise to get closer to the falls and experience a magical moment

Suggested excursions: Niagara Falls boat tour, CN Tower, Ripley's Aquarium

No meals. Overnight in Toronto.

DAY 13: DEPARTURE FROM TORONTO

Depending on your flight schedule, drive to Toronto airport to return your rental car and catch your flight home. End of your stay in Canada.

Your accommodation

During your trip, you will stay in standard rooms in the following establishments (local standards) or similar category (subject to availability):

MONTREAL: Hotel Les Suites Labelle 3* (or similar) - 2 nights
QUEBEC: Hotel Quebec Inn 3* (or similar) - 2 nights
LAKE SAINT JEAN: Hôtel Universel 3* (or similar) - 2 nights
MAURICIE : Hôtel Marineau Shawinigan 3* (or similar) - 2 nights
OTTAWA : The Business Inn & Suites 3* (or similar) - 1 night
MILLES-ILES: Strata Hotel 2* (or similar) - 1 night
TORONTO: Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown 3* (or similar) - 2 nights

Your board

On this self-drive tour of Canada, no meals are included. Take the opportunity to discover new flavors. You'll be able to sample local specialties to your heart's content.

Your hire vehicle

Your stay includes the rental of an intermediate 5-seater car (ICAR Toyota Corolla or similar).

Rental includes:
- Car picked up at Montreal airport and returned to Toronto airport
- Unlimited mileage
- CDW theft and accident insurance
- SLI liability insurance
- Taxes.

Rental does not include:
- Fuel
- Tolls and parking fees
- Options (GPS, baby seat)
- Supplements (young driver, winter tire)
- Fines
- Vehicle rental deposit
- Additional insurance (PAI)
- Abandonment fees to be paid on site (approx. $250)
- Everything not mentioned in the paragraph "Vehicle rental includes" - Vehicle in higher category (please consult us)

PLEASE NOTE / IMPORTANT:
- For car rental, the driver who signs the rental contract must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license from his/her country of origin. Although not compulsory, an international driver's license is recommended.
- The main driver must have a credit card in his or her name (no debit cards; the word "credit" must appear on the card).
- Drivers under 25 years of age must pay a surcharge of $25 per day** (subject to change).
- Any additional services added at the time of pick-up will be billed directly to the customer, who must pay on site.
- The reservation must be made in the name of the person (driver) who will sign the rental contract.
- Smoking is prohibited in all vehicles.
The deductibles applicable to loss and damage insurance (LDW) are :
- 500 for vehicles in categories A to E
- 500 for vehicles in other categories
Deductible buy-back available at $0 with an additional charge of $11.99 + taxes per day, payable on site.

Useful information

Suggested visits and park entrances mentioned in the program are not included.

Caution: In Canada, temperatures are low in winter, and it can be very cold. Roads can be frozen and buried under snow.

Hotels may apply resort fees, which are compulsory service charges payable on site,

Please note: If you are booking a "hotel only" package (without international flights), please let us know your flight details as soon as possible using the contact form in "Help and contact" at the bottom of the page, so that we can organize your transfers.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.

Detailed country by country here:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:

https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries

https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:

https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check (https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check](https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check))

https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes

https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search (https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search))

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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