Usa & Canada Express

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15 days (ex New York)

Destinations visited: Canada, USA, New York City, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

This overland adventure looping through Canada and the USA, features some of North America's most celebrated cities. Begin in pulsating New York before getting a taste of American history in Washington DC. Feel the roar of Niagara Falls, hike through Algonquin National Park and become a Francophile in Montreal and Quebec City. Travel south back over the border for a short stint in New England, seeing the best of Boston, feasting on seafood in Cape Cod and coming to rest in coastal Connecticut. Great parks, exciting cities, delicious regional cuisine and a whole lot of adventure - experience all this and more during 15 days of fun.

Highlights

Take a bite out of the Big Apple.
Talk politics in Washington DC.
Hear the roar of Niagara Falls from both the US and Canadian sides.
Go hiking in the pristine Algonquin National Park.
Practise French in Montreal.
Try poutine in charming Quebec City.
Watch sunset from a kayak in Acadia National Park.
Catch a baseball or football game in Boston.
Go whale-watching in Cape Cod.

Itinerary

Day 1 New York

Arrive early to explore some of the delights of the 'Big Apple'. New York is one of the best cities in the world to ditch the guide book and just explore!

Days 2-3 Washington DC

Call into the historical city of Philadelphia before continuing to Washington DC. Take a stroll through this iconic city, admiring the world-changing White House, the massive Washington Monument and the elegant steps of Capitol Hill.

Day 4 Niagara Falls

Feel the mists of Niagra falls and get an up close look at this ecological marvel on an optional boat ride.

Day 5 Toronto

Cross the border into Canada and perhaps head to CN tower for views of the city or catch a Maple Leafs ice hockey game.

Day 6 Algonquin Provincial Park

Encompassing swamps, forests, cliffs and beaches, nature lovers will delight in the scenic charms of Algonquin Provincial Park. Take the opportunity for further exploration of this area by jumping in a canoe for a paddling adventure.

Days 7-8 Ottawa/Montreal

Venturing through pristine wilderness, reach Ottawa. A visit to the Canadian Museum of Civilization is recommended. Soak up the French atmosphere of Montreal, a unique Canadian city. Perhaps take a trip to the top of Mont Royal, explore the eclectic Plateau district or polish up on French-speaking skills.

Day 9 Quebec City

Journey into the heart of French Canada and explore cobbled alleyways in the walled historical area of Vieux Quebec. Stroll the Terrasse Dufferin (Dufferin Terrace) for beautiful views of the Saint Lawrence River and sample poutine, a delicious local dish of fries, topped with cheese curd and gravy.

Days 10-11 Acadia National Park

Back in the USA, see Acadia National Park's craggy mountains and wildlife-studded fields at their best with an optional sunset kayak tour, or slip into comfortable shoes and hit one of Acacia's hiking trails.

Day 12 Boston

A sporting mecca and the host of one very famous tea party, Boston is a city with some serious character.

Day 13 Cape Cod

Visit Plymouth and see where at all began at the site of the first pilgrims landing in America. In Cape Cod, take to the seas on an optional whale-watching boat trip or enjoy a seafood lunch and some saltwater taffy.

Day 14 Clinton

Day 15 New York

Broadway shows, Central Park and the Statue of Liberty â“ end the journey with some essential New York experiences.

Group Size

Maximum of 13 travellers per group

Departure Guarantee

Departure is guaranteed

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (10 nts), Hostel (3 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 nt)

Transport

Van

Budget

Allow USD $225 for meals not included.

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