Ottawa: Canada's Capital

4 or 6 days

Ottawa | OTT

Our nation’s capital is a monumental city where the statues and buildings themselves are storytellers. Learn more about the many pivotal moments and fascinating characters throughout our rich history with this in-depth tour of Ottawa. Experience the buzz of ByWard Market and then stand on Parliament Hill, where decisions that affect all Canadians are made.

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Day 1: Travel to Ottawa

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Explore Ottawa with your Tour Director

Guided Visit of the National Gallery of Canada

Day 2: Ottawa

Take a guided tour of Ottawa

Château Laurier
Rideau Canal
Sussex Drive
Prime Minister’s Residence

Visit Parliament Hill

Free Time in the Byward Market

Visit the Canadian War Museum

Guided Tour of the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum

Participate in an evening activity

Day 3: Ottawa

Indigenous Experiences: Daytime Discovery Tour & Dance

Visit the Canadian Museum of History

See an IMAX film at the Canadian Museum of History

Participate in an evening activity

Day 4: Ottawa • Depart for home

Visit Rideau Hall

Visit the RCMP Stables

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Day 4: Ottawa · Montréal

Visit Rideau Hall

Visit the RCMP Stables

Travel to Montréal

Visit Notre-Dame Basilica

Take a guided tour of Montréal

Mount Royal Park
Quartier Latin
Sainte-Catherine Street
Jacques-Cartier Square
Old Port

Old Montréal Dinner Experience

Day 5: Montréal

Visit the Archaeology Museum

Free Time in Old Montréal

Guided Tour of Olympic Park

Visit the Olympic Tower Funicular

Visit the Montréal Planetarium

Enjoy an evening activity

Day 6: Depart for home

Supervised exploration time in Montréal

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Montréal Bike Tour

While in Montréal, escape the crowds on a three-hour bike adventure around the city lead by a professional guide. Choose from two exciting itineraries and uncover the history, architecture and vibrant neighbourhoods of the city. A fun and leisurely way to spend the morning in Montréal! (Available from April to October)

Return home from Montréal

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Full-time Tour Director

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