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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

Program Details > Meals & Lodging

Meals: 35 total, 14 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 12 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: Vegetarian.

 If you have dietary restrictions due to medical requirements, please call (800) 454-5768, to see if we can accommodate your needs.

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Manoir Victoria: Québec City, Québec, 2 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: Located in the heart of historic, culturally vibrant, gastronomic and romantic Old Québec, the unique 4-star European-style hotel extends a warm and friendly welcome in an inviting decor and spectacular surroundings that have been delighting visitors for centuries. The popularity of the Hotel Manoir Victoria began in the early 1830’s. Named Hotel Albion at the time, it was located on the East side of Côte du Palais, i.e. across the street from the actual hotel. At the time, the Albion hotel, owned by Thomas Payne, was the best in town and a room was charged $1.50 per night. Later, the hotel name changed for Stadacona. Benjamin Trudel, owner of another hotel in Québec, bought the Stadacona in 1895, refurbished the hotel and named it “Hotel Victoria”.

Contact info:
44, Cote du Palais
Québec, QC G1R 4H8 Canada
phone: 800-463-6283
web: www.manoir-victoria.com/english

Room amenities: Room ammenities include hairdryer, individual digital thermostat, colour TV with cable and remote control, complimentary high speed internet access in all rooms, alarm clock, direct access telephone, minibar ($), ), iron and ironing boards.

Facility amenities: The new Spa du Manoir offering expert body and esthetic care, an indoor pool, a sauna, a fitness centre, an Internet lounge as well as indoor parking with valet service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: Call for availability & rates
Please contact the hotel directly on your own OR if you require personal assistance contact Cleland Travel toll free at 1-888-905-5959. A service fee MAY apply.

Check in time: 3:00 PM
Marriott SpringHill Suites Old Montréal: Montréal, Québec, 2 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: This all-suites hotel is situated in the heart of historic Old Montréal. It is within walking distance to Notre Dame Basilica, museums, and some of the finest restaurants in the city. The rejuvenated Old Port of Montréal is just a few steps away. The underground Métro (subway) is close by to whisk you through the city, as is the lively area of Chinatown.

Contact info:
445, rue St-Jean Baptiste
Montréal, QC H2Y 2Z7 Canada
phone: 514-875-4333
web: www.springhillmontreal.com

Room amenities: The hotel provides complimentary in-room coffee, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, microwave, fridge.

Facility amenities: Self-service laundry facilities. The hotel has an indoor pool, exercise room, and whirlpool.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
The Strathcona Hotel: Toronto, 2 nights
Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: The Strathcona Hotel is a noted landmark, fashioned after small, intimate European hotels. From here, you can walk to almost everything in downtown Toronto, and you are minutes away from the theater district and a variety of night spots and restaurants for dining and dancing. The Harbourfront, Air Canada Centre, and Skydome are mere moments away.

Contact info:
60 York Street
Toronto, ON M5J 1S8 Canada
phone: 416-363-3321
web: www.thestrathconahotel.com

Room amenities: All standard rooms include hair dryers, and same-day dry cleaning service is available six days a week.

Facility amenities: Fitness facilities adjacent to the hotel are available to hotel guests.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
VIA Rail: Aboard train, 3 nights
Type: Train

 Description: Topics will include the role of transportation in Canada’s development, the challenges of laying rail across Canada, and how railways shaped the country and Canada today. You will follow the “iron road” that was carved out of solid rock more than a century ago as you journey past lakes and mountain peaks crowned with snow and wind your way across bridges and through tunnels.

Contact info:
n/a
n/a, ON Canada
phone: 888-842-7245
web: www.viarail.com

Room amenities: See Facility amenities

Facility amenities: Double Bedroom – By day, this is a private room for two with armchairs, a large picture window, small closet, call button, hand basin, razor outlet, and separate toilet and vanity. A foldout table is available on request. At night, the bedroom converts to upper and lower beds. • Roomette – This is a private, one-person room with comfortable seat, call button, hand basin, razor outlet, and concealed toilet and vanity. At night, it becomes a snug sleeping area.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Bathroom: Train configuration Double bedroom-separate toilet and vanity. Roomette- concealed toilet and vanity.
Amethyst Lodge: Jasper, Alberta, 2 nights
Type: Lodge

 Description: The Amethyst Lodge is close to the center of Jasper and just a short walk from rail and bus terminals, museums, and art galleries. Enjoy amazing wildlife viewing and unspoiled wilderness within blocks of your Jasper home.

Contact info:
200 Connaught Drive
Jasper, AB T0E 1E0 Canada
phone: 780-852-3394
web: www.mpljasper.com/hotels/amethyst_lodge/index.html

Room amenities: In-room coffee makers, hair dryers.

Facility amenities: The lodge offers a number of amenities for your convenience. Two outdoor hot tubs and a coin-operated laundry facility nearby.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
VIA Rail: Aboard train, 1 nights
Type: Train

 Description: Topics will include the role of transportation in Canada’s development, the challenges of laying rail across Canada, and how railways shaped the country and Canada today. You will follow the “iron road” that was carved out of solid rock more than a century ago as you journey past lakes and mountain peaks crowned with snow and wind your way across bridges and through tunnels.

Contact info:
n/a
n/a, ON Canada
phone: 888-842-7245
web: www.viarail.com

Room amenities: See Facility amenities

Facility amenities: Double Bedroom – By day, this is a private room for two with armchairs, a large picture window, small closet, call button, hand basin, razor outlet, and separate toilet and vanity. A foldout table is available on request. At night, the bedroom converts to upper and lower beds. • Roomette – This is a private, one-person room with comfortable seat, call button, hand basin, razor outlet, and concealed toilet and vanity. At night, it becomes a snug sleeping area.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Bathroom: Train configuration Double bedroom-separate toilet and vanity. Roomette- concealed toilet and vanity.
Best Western Sands by the Sea: Vancouver, British Columbia, 2 nights
Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: Best Western Sands by the Sea is conveniently located half a block from the beach at beautiful English Bay and three blocks from Stanley Park’s 1,000 acres of trails and gardens. Three bus routes stop at the front door for easy access to other parts of town.

Contact info:
1755 Davie Street
Vancouver, BC V6G 1W5 Canada
phone: 604-682-1831
web: www.bestwesternsandshotelvancouver.com/

Room amenities: In-room coffee makers, iron and ironing board, hair dryers.

Facility amenities: Hotel amenities include a sauna and exercise room. Same-day dry-cleaning service is available, and there is a Laundromat six blocks from the hotel.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: Check for availability.
Please contact the hotel directly on your own OR if you require personal assistance contact Cleland Travel toll free at 1-888-905-5959. A service fee MAY apply.

Check out time: 12:00 PM


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