What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Toronto and Montreal?

The journey typically begins with two full days in Toronto where visitors explore the CN Tower and take a day trip to Niagara Falls. The next leg spans days 3-4 in Ottawa focusing on Parliament Hill the Rideau Canal and local experiences at places like Mādahòkì Farm. Quebec City occupies days 5-6 with time in the historic Old Town walks through Plains of Abraham and visits to Montmorency Falls. The final stretch covers 2-3 days in Montreal experiencing Notre-Dame Basilica Mount Royal and Old Montreal. Accommodations commonly include the Sheraton Centre Toronto Lord Elgin Ottawa Hilton Quebec and Marriott Chateau Champlain Montreal. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour was thoughtfully planned with many surprise experiences. The itinerary included a perfect balance of historic sites natural wonders and cultural experiences."

What are the most common destinations visited between Toronto and Montreal?

The route connects major destinations like Niagara Falls Ottawa and Quebec City. Key experiences include viewing the Horseshoe Falls exploring Ottawa's Parliament Hill and walking through Quebec City's historic district. Most itineraries feature a Hornblower cruise at Niagara Falls time at Ottawa's Byward Market and guided walks through Old Quebec. Popular hotels include the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa and Hotel Manoir Victoria in Quebec City. As noted by a TourRadar traveler "The cities we visited were beautiful - Niagara Falls was amazing and Quebec City was my favorite city because it had the old European feel."

What is the average price range for Toronto to Montreal tours?

Tours range from USD 1500 to USD 5800 based on duration and included services. Budget-conscious travelers can book the Costsaver 8-day tour at USD 1795 while luxury seekers might opt for Travel Marvel's 20-day comprehensive tour at USD 5762. Most standard 8-9 day tours cost between USD 3500-4500 covering quality hotels like Fairmont properties select meals and guided activities. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The accommodations were excellent. The entire trip was smooth and stress-free with many surprise experiences that truly showed what Eastern Canada was like."

What is the average tour length for trips from Toronto to Montreal?

Most tours span 7-20 days with 8-9 day itineraries being the most common choice. The Collette "Best of Eastern Canadian Cities" 9-day tour represents a typical timeline covering Niagara Falls Ottawa and Quebec City before Montreal. Accommodations feature centrally located properties like Toronto's Sheraton Centre and Quebec City's Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "Seeing Canada for the first time and touring with a group run by a wonderful Canadian tour guide native of Montreal made for a most memorable experience. Visiting these 4 major cities and learning about their 400-year-old history including Old Quebec was unforgettable."

What is the average distance covered on a Toronto to Montreal tour route?

The full route covers 800-900 kilometers (500-560 miles) including regular stops. While the direct train takes 4.5 hours over 550 kilometers tours follow a more extensive path. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "There was a good mix of planned time and free time. Our Tour Manager filled the travel time between cities with fun facts songs and games. She was able to add memorable stops along the way." Key distances include Niagara Falls (140km from Toronto) Ottawa (450km from Toronto) and Quebec City en route to Montreal.

What type of accommodation can I expect on Toronto to Montreal tours?

Guests stay in 3-4 star hotels positioned in city centers for convenient access to attractions. Common properties include the Sheraton Centre Toronto Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls and Hotel Clarendon Quebec City. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Beautiful and well located accommodation. The hotels were fabulous too."

Toronto to Montreal Tours

Eastern Canada's far more diverse than most people realize - are you ready to see for yourself? You’ll dine above Toronto in the CN Tower, cruise close to Niagara Falls, feeling that mist on your face, explore Thousand Islands by boat, stroll through historic Old Québec, and see Montréal's Notre Dame Basilica. That’s one epic trip.

10 best Toronto to Montreal tour packages

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In-depth Cultural
Icons of Eastern Canada: Toronto to Montreal
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara Falls, Rockport,Ottawa,Montreal,Quebec City+3 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
Eastern CanadaGreat Lakes+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Omega Tours
From
US$2,602per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Historic Cities of Eastern Canada
5.0 (187 traveler reviews)
"I thoroughly enjoyed Scott's commentary and he looked after us so well."
Kerin, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Rockport,Thousand Islands National Park,Ottawa,Cap-De-La-Madeleine,Quebec City,Montreal+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaGreat Lakes+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
7% Off
From $3,708
US$3,458per person
+$256 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Eastern Canada City Stay: Toronto and Montreal
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Toronto, Montreal
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Eastern Canada
Operated in
English
Operator
Landsby
7% Off
From
US$1,276per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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TourRadar Curated
In-depth Cultural
Indulgence in Eastern Canada (Small Groups)
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"What a spectacular part of Canada the eastern side is and what a way it was to experience it by travelling with Luxury Gold."
KateFrench, traveled in April
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls (USA), Kingston, Ottawa,Quebec City,Montreal+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaOntarioGreat Lakes+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Luxury Gold
7% Off
From
US$5,895per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$Canada\'s Polar Bears: Canadian Arctic to Montreal Tour$
$Canada\'s Polar Bears: Canadian Arctic to Montreal - 11 destinations$
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Explorer
Canada's Polar Bears: Canadian Arctic to Montreal
Duration
18 days
Destinations
Toronto, Churchill, Torngat Mountains National Park,Newfoundland and Labrador,Saint Anthony,L'Anse aux Meadows,St. John's,Saint Pierre,Baie-Comeau,Quebec City,Montreal+8 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Ship
Scenic Eclipse
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
7% Off
From
US$28,695per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Eastern Highlights 2026
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Kingston,Ottawa,Montreal+2 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Northeast USAEastern CanadaOntarioLake OntarioGreat Lakes+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
5% Off
From $3,070
US$2,925per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Eastern Highlights 2027 - 8 Days (from Toronto to Montreal)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Kingston,Thousand Islands National Park,Ottawa,Quebec City,Montreal+4 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Regions
Eastern CanadaGreat Lakes+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Emerald Cruises
3% Off
From $3,540
US$3,449per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Best of Eastern Canadian Cities featuring Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Quebec City & Montreal (Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC) (2027)
4.4 (59 traveler reviews)
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Rockport,Thousand Islands National Park,Ottawa,Quebec City,Saint-Jean-de-l'Ile-d'Orleans,Montreal+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Eastern Canada
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
6% Off
From $3,999
US$3,749per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Classic Canada - 8 days
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake,Thousand Islands National Park,Ottawa,Quebec City,Montreal+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaGreat Lakes+1 more
Operated in
Only: Spanish
Operator
Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $3,029
US$2,726per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Round Trip Eastern & Western Canada (incl. Flight)
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Brockville, Quebec City,Montreal,Calgary,Banff National Park,Golden,Vernon,Whistler,Vancouver,Richmond, CA+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
Bavaria Fernreisen
10% Off
From
US$4,292per person
Incl: Flight from/to Frankfurt to Toronto and return from Vancouver
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Essence of Eastern Canada (End Montreal)
4.0 (38 traveler reviews)
"A good chance to learn more about the Canadian way of live and to see a lot."
Werner, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls (USA), Kingston, Ottawa,Quebec City,Cap-De-La-Madeleine,Montreal+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Eastern Canada
Operated in
English
Operator
Costsaver
10% Off
From
US$1,650per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Ontario & French Canada (6 destinations)
4.9 (172 traveler reviews)
"Great itinerary, communication with cosmos, documents received, the cosmos go app is very useful."
Shelley, traveled in September
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls (USA), Kingston, Ottawa,Quebec City,Montreal+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaOntarioGreat Lakes+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Cosmos
7% Off
From $2,029
US$1,879per person
+$132 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Best of Eastern Canada (End Montreal)
4.1 (14 traveler reviews)
"Optional excursions were reasonably priced. Suggest you put together other places in each city as a walking guide."
Joyce, traveled in October
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Kingston, Ottawa, Quebec City,Montreal+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaOntarioGreat Lakes+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
10% Off
From $3,375
US$3,038per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Best of Eastern Canadian Cities featuring Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Quebec City & Montreal (Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC) (2026)
4.4 (59 traveler reviews)
"Collette might be a bit expensive, but they know how to do holidays perfectly. It was excellent."
David, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Rockport,Ottawa,Quebec City,Montreal+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Eastern CanadaQuebecGreat Lakes+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
6% Off
From $3,999
US$3,749per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Eastern Canada by Rail
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, GANANOQUE,Ottawa,Quebec City,Jacques Cartier National Park,Montreal+4 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Eastern Canada
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
15% Off
From $4,590
US$3,902per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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