Eastern Canada
Comprising the provinces of Atlantic Canada that include New Foundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario which is Canada’s most populated province and last but not least the unique province of Quebec. These provinces offer different landscapes and cultures.
Eastern Canada holiday highlights
- Ottawa: Canada’s capital city, attractively sits south of the Ottawa River. Visit the various museums, galleries and government buildings, which can easily be explored on foot.
- Toronto: Canada’s largest city, located on the shores of Lake Ontario. A compact city with some great attractions and colourful ethnic neighbourhoods. Experience wonderful views from the CN Tower which is the highest free standing structure in the world. The Skydome is strikingly impressive and is home to the Blue Jays baseball team. If you enjoy shopping then the Eaton Centre is a good place to start, as it is one of the largest indoor shopping centres in Canada. There are also numerous outdoor markets to browse around.
- Niagara Falls: Niagara Falls needs no introduction and has to be seen to be believed! Located two hours east of Toronto, it’s one of Canada’s most popular attractions.
- Niagara on the Lake: Situated approximately 30 minutes drive from Niagara Falls, this small, attractive and charming village is well worth a visit. Take time to browse around the quaint shops or take a tour around the surrounding area, which is one of Canada’s most important wine producing regions.
- Montreal: A lively city with a mix of French and English influences. A visit to Old Montreal is a must. Stroll along the cobblestone streets passing intimate restaurants and bars. Combine this historic area with the Latin Quarter, its Paris style cafe district and you have a very interesting city.
- Quebec: Quebec City, capital of Quebec is perhaps one of the most European cities in North America. This walled city is divided into two towns, ‘Upper and Lower’. Rich in history, with winding narrow cobblestone streets, pavement cafes and jazz clubs, undoubtedly one of the most interesting and romantic cities in Canada.
- Charlevoix Region: An ideal flydrive destination, the region of Charlevoix north of Quebec City is well worth exploring. The majestic Laurentian Mountains and the mighty Saint Lawrence River are the perfect back drop to this spectacular region. Beautiful countryside, amazing wildlife combined with quaint villages and luxury resorts makes Charlevoix an unforgettable region to visit.
- Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia: A 40 minute drive from Halifax will bring you to Peggy’s Cove, perhaps the most famous of all the countless fishing villages in Nova Scotia. Famed for its trim houses, weather-worn wharves and its lighthouse. This is a photographers delight.
- Lunenburg, Nova Scotia: An attractive ship building town, which is a UNESCO world heritage site. Explore this well preserved historic town. Make sure you eat in one of the many fine seafood restaurants.
