10-day Eastern Canada Maple Leaf Tour
7 cities |
24 attraction(s) |
total distance 1797
km
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Day1: Toronto
3 attraction(s) ·
27 km
1
The City Hall, along with the adjacent Nathan Phillips Square, was designed by Finnish architect Viljo Revell and was completed in 1965. It replaced the old City Hall, which was completed in 1899. The City Hall consists of two buildings of different heights, both with curved floor plans. The UFO-shaped Council Chamber is located between the two buildings, resembling two hands protecting the chamber, and from above, it looks like an open eye. The unique appearance of the City Hall makes it one of the prominent landmarks of Toronto. The city flag, coat of arms, and logo of Toronto are also based on the City Hall. Additionally, the Raccoon City City Hall in the "Resident Evil" film series was based on the Toronto City Hall.
16
km
2
Edward Gardens is part of the Toronto Botanical Gardens, and it is a very tranquil part of the Toronto area, perfect for photography or family outings.
11
km
3
Casa Loma, located in the northwest of downtown Toronto, is a grand mansion that showcases Toronto's history. It was built by Sir Henry Mill Pellatt, a prominent Toronto financier, industrialist, and military figure. Pellatt, who had a deep interest in art and architecture, fulfilled his lifelong dream of owning his own castle in 1911. The castle, designed in a medieval style by renowned architect E.J. Lennox, took nearly three years and over 300 workers to construct. Today, Casa Loma is owned by the City of Toronto and open to visitors. It has been featured in several Hollywood films due to its unique medieval architectural style. The mansion also hosts various charity events and high society parties from time to time.
Day2: Toronto
2 attraction(s) ·
10 km
1
High Park is a city park located in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It covers an area of 161 hectares and receives over 1 million visitors each year. The northern end of the park is close to the High Park subway station on the Bloor-Danforth line, while the northeast corner is near the Keele station on the same subway line. The land in the area where High Park is now located was surveyed by the government in the early 1800s and sold as lots. Toronto's predecessor, York, was established in 1793.
10
km
Day3: Toronto > Niagara Falls > Toronto
3 attraction(s) ·
308 km
1
Canada's top-notch zoo boasts over 5,000 animals living in uniquely-designed exhibits. Notably, the rainforest gorilla enclosure is the largest indoor gorilla exhibit in North America. Chaleh Exploration Park is a must-visit for tourists and a paradise for children. The park includes an interactive children's zoo, a water park for splashing fun, and a water pavilion theater for animal performances.
162
km
2
Niagara Falls is the world's largest transnational waterfall, located on the Niagara River in Ontario, Canada and New York State, USA. It is one of the most famous natural wonders in North America. It has an average flow rate of about 5,720 cubic meters per second and is known as one of the world's three major transnational waterfalls along with Iguazu Falls and Victoria Falls. Niagara Falls has long attracted people to visit for honeymoons, tightrope walking across the falls, or taking barrel rides down the falls.
146
km
3
In Canada, Toronto, Ontario, at 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Leslie Street, there is a place called the 'Little Garden of Big Ideas', which is the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG). The garden covers nearly four acres and consists of 17 themed 'urban great gardens' areas. TBG is located in the Edwards Gardens at the northeast corner and is a non-profit horticultural and educational institution. It is dedicated to connecting people with plants and the natural world through education, inspiration, and leadership.
Day4: Toronto > Kingston > Ontario > Ottawa
4 attraction(s) ·
946 km
1
The history of this area can be traced back to the early 19th century and it is a local center for arts, culture, and heritage with the highest concentration of Victorian-style architecture in Ontario.
296
km
2
There is a Thousand Islands Lake near Kingston, located over 200 kilometers southwest of Ottawa, Canada. It was formed during the ice age and is connected to the Atlantic Ocean. There are a total of 1865 islands, with the dividing line in the center of the lake separating it into two parts. The southern bank belongs to New York State, USA, where American flags are often seen flying. The northern bank belongs to Ontario, Canada, where both Canadian and American flags are commonly flown. Of the 1865 islands, two-thirds are within Canadian territory, while the islands owned by the United States are mostly large and have deep water channels leading to the Great Lakes, which consist of five lakes along the Canada-US border: Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and Lake Huron. In Ivy Lea, a place in Thousand Islands Lake, an international bridge connects the United States and Canada, resembling a natural rainbow and adding a touch of beauty to the lake. Vehicles constantly cross the bridge, creating a bustling scene.
332
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3
Algonquin Provincial Park is the oldest, largest, and most famous provincial park in Ontario, covering an area of 7,630 square kilometers, with over 1,000 lakes, 100 bird species, 1,000 plant species, and various wildlife including black bears, moose, beavers, wild rabbits, and wolves. The birthplace of Dr. Norman Bethune, Dr. Bethune House, is located in the town of Gravenhurst in this park.
You can engage in various outdoor activities here, such as camping, fishing, and more.
318
km
4
The Ottawa River is located in the north of Ottawa, separating the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau, and serving as a natural boundary between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. The name "Ottawa River" means "big river" in the language of the Algonquin people, and its section in Ottawa has fast-flowing waters, contrasting with the gentle and calm Rideau Canal. The Rideau Canal is suitable for leisurely boat rides, while the Ottawa River is perfect for thrilling whitewater rafting. From Nepean Point, travelers can see both the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal, witnessing the different personalities of the two waterways firsthand. On the south bank of Ottawa, there is the Ottawa River Pathway, where visitors can enjoy views of the river from any section of the road. Additionally, Lady Dive Tours offers amphibious vehicle tours that allow travelers to experience the charm of this mighty river up close.
Day5: Ottawa > Montreal
3 attraction(s) ·
209 km
1
The National Gallery of Canada is a prestigious museum in the Canadian art world. Located a 10-minute walk north along the Rideau Canal from Parliament Hill, you will discover this marvelous building with a light green glass roof. Designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the entrance resembles a crystal drop, and it is filled with geometric beauty. The three-story exhibition space houses a vast collection of artworks, with the second floor dedicated to Canadian and Indigenous works, making it the largest collection of its kind in the world. In addition to static exhibitions, there is also a theater that frequently hosts artistic performances such as operas and symphonies. Visitors to this museum often encounter local celebrities from the cultural scene. Furthermore, there is a refined bookstore on the ground floor, selling various art books and handicrafts, making it a must-visit for those looking to buy souvenirs.
4
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2
It is the largest war history museum in Canada, located 1.5 kilometers west of the Parliament building, about a 10-minute walk away. The building resembles a silver-gray airplane, situated on a green plot of land by the Ottawa River. The museum houses many war-related items and materials, particularly those related to Canadian war history. There are four permanent exhibits showcasing Canadian war history, World War I, World War II, and the Cold War, as well as an exhibition hall dedicated to the Royal Canadian Legion. The War Artifacts Hall displays a variety of weapons and other items from ancient times to modern warfare, including weapons used in indigenous ancient defense battles, military uniforms from World War I and World War II, tangible items from all three branches of the military (land, sea, and air), as well as various fighter jets, tanks, bullets, and even medical supplies used in war zones. With precious artifacts and multimedia materials, the museum offers rich and captivating content. The Canadian War Museum and the History Museum are affiliated institutions, and there are discounts available for purchasing tickets together.
206
km
3
The Old Town is the main tourist attraction in Montreal. It is an area bordered by Berri Street and McGill Street to the east and west, and the St. Lawrence River and St. Jacques Street to the north and south. It was once a busy port 300 years ago, but now it is mainly focused on tourism. Walking through the busy harbor of the Old Town, you can see luxurious sightseeing carriages adorned with flowers, passing by exquisite French landscapes and ancient castles. The crisp sound of horse hooves fills the streets with joy and a sense of spring, as if bringing back the old European charm. Walking through the streets, the shimmering, jumping, changing, and moving lights can be both dazzling and bewildering. Various cultural events and festivals, including jazz festivals and the renowned Montreal International Film Festival in August, attract millions of enthusiasts from around the world. In addition, there are various other festivals such as beer festivals, alternative film festivals, French music festivals, and international culinary festivals. Whether it is delicate and exquisite or majestic and grand, every architectural design in the Old Town of Montreal is a beautiful work of art. It is truly a sight to behold and brings endless beauty and enjoyment.
Day6: Montreal
2 attraction(s) ·
3 km
1
The Montreal Botanical Garden (French: Jardin botanique de Montréal) is a large botanical garden located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It covers an area of 75 hectares and includes themed gardens and greenhouses. The garden is considered one of the most important botanical gardens in the world, with a wide variety of plants and facilities. In 2008, it was certified as a national historic site of Canada. The garden was established in 1931 and spans 730,000 square meters, featuring French garden style as the main theme. It consists of 10 greenhouses and 30 outdoor gardens with different themes, housing over 26,000 plant species, making it the largest botanical garden in North America. The Mosaïcultures reception hall serves as the entrance to the greenhouse exhibition area. The bonsai collection donated by Mr. Wu Yisun in 1984 has made the bonsai area the largest exhibition area outside of Asia. The tropical rainforest greenhouse showcases a dense forest of creeping, climbing, and epiphytic plants. The arid regions greenhouse mainly exhibits succulent plants such as aloe from Africa and cacti and agaves from the Americas. Next to the greenhouse area of the Montreal Botanical Garden is the Dream Lake Garden, a Chinese-style garden in the architectural style of the Ming Dynasty. It covers an area of 25,000 square meters and was co-built by the cities of Shanghai and Montreal in 1991. The name "Dream Lake" sounds similar to "Montreal" in Chinese, symbolizing the friendship between these two sister cities.
3
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2
The Montreal Planetarium, built in 1964, is a public observatory located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It was previously known as the "Dow Planetarium" and is the oldest existing observatory in Canada and the largest in the country. In October 2011, the observatory was temporarily closed in preparation for a new observatory being built in the eastern part of Montreal. With various celestial photography works, computerized exhibits, and special effects star movies, the Montreal Planetarium will reveal the wonders of the universe to visitors.
Day7: Montreal
2 attraction(s) ·
8 km
1
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts opened in December 1912 with only one building on the north side, designed by architects Edward and William S. Maxwell. It has a neoclassical architectural style, resembling a temple. The museum has continuously expanded, and in 1991, it expanded to the south, connecting the underground through tunnels. The southern expansion was designed by architect Moshe Safdie, who is known for his works in many museums and important public buildings in Canada, such as the Quebec Museum of Civilization, the National Gallery of Canada, and Toronto Pearson Airport.
Currently, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is divided into four sections:
1. World cultures: mainly Asian art, Islamic art, Mediterranean archaeology, early American art, African totems, and bronze exhibition halls.
2. Decorative arts and design: mainly contemporary installation artworks, as well as some Renaissance artifacts.
3. International Art: many important works are displayed in this gallery, including exhibits from the Middle Ages to the Belle Epoque period of France, artifacts from the Napoleon Dynasty (including a bronze cast of Napoleon's face at the time of his death), and modern avant-garde art. It also houses works by famous artists such as Picasso, da Vinci, Rembrandt, Renoir, Rodin, and Dali. There is also an art education gallery at the entrance of the first floor, with many fascinating murals on the walls. This gallery is often used as a main exhibition space for touring exhibitions, such as the Rodin Museum exhibition in 2015.
4. Quebec and Canada Art: this section focuses on Inuit art and the art development of colonial and post-colonial Canada.
8
km
2
The Biodome de Montreal is one of the famous museums in Montreal. It is located adjacent to the Olympic Stadium and was converted from a former bicycle racing venue. It opened in 1992. The museum is divided into four natural ecological areas: tropical rainforest, polar, Canadian deciduous forest, and the St. Lawrence River, showcasing the natural ecology from tropical rainforests to the North and South poles of the entire Americas. There are a large number of rare plants and animals for visitors to see, including over 4,000 animals and 5,000 plants, as well as an aquarium, making it a popular attraction for tourists.
Day8: Montreal > Quebec City
2 attraction(s) ·
254 km
1
The archaeology and history museum is built on the ruins of the original settlement in Montreal, and its architectural features are worth appreciating. It houses a large collection of historical and archaeological artifacts, allowing a thorough understanding of Montreal's history.
254
km
2
Old Quebec is a charming neighborhood with a French touch, featuring historic buildings and many exquisite shops. Walking around here is a delightful experience.
Day9: Quebec City
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
1
Sainte-Anne Canyon is a sedimentary rock canyon located 40 kilometers from Quebec City. It is about 40 kilometers east of Quebec City, along the Sainte-Anne River, passing by Montmorency Falls. It is a beautiful and magnificent scenic spot and has been honored as Canada's best "outdoor natural attraction". It is an excellent area for viewing maple leaves. There is a scenic bus at the entrance of the canyon to take visitors to the waterfall.
Day10: Quebec City
2 attraction(s) ·
35 km
1
Basilique Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, located along the Saint Lawrence River 30 kilometers east of Quebec City, Canada, is one of the three major Catholic pilgrimage sites in North America. With a history of over 300 years, it welcomes approximately 500,000 pilgrims every year.
35
km
2
place d'Armes(Quebec)
Fairmont Chateau Frontenac is located below the Place d'Armes, which is symbolized by a sculpture of Samuel de Champlain, the founder of Quebec City. The sculpture silently observes the changes of the city, although there are relatively few changes in the old town of Quebec City. Quebec City hosts performances during the summer, and Place d'Armes is one of the performance venues.
