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Eastern Canada Discovery

Eastern Canada Discovery, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Discover Eastern Canada's culture and coast by rail, from Toronto to Halifax. Visit Niagara Falls, Montreal, Quebec City and charming maritime villages.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Toronto

    Toronto

    Fly from the UK to Toronto and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Relax or explore the city's bustling waterfront at leisure.

  2. Day 2overnight: Toronto

    Toronto

    Full-day excursion to Niagara Falls, witnessing the thundering cascades up close before returning to Toronto.

  3. Day 3overnight: Toronto

    Toronto

    Visit the iconic CN Tower for panoramic views across the city and Lake Ontario. Spend the rest of the day discovering the neighbourhoods and dining scene.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Montreal

    Montreal

    Board VIA Rail for a comfortable journey to Montreal, a cosmopolitan city blending French flair with modern Canadian culture.

  5. Day 5overnight: Montreal

    Montreal

    Explore the 'Heart of Montreal' on a guided motorcoach tour, taking in Old Montreal, Mount Royal, and the Notre-Dame Basilica.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Quebec City

    Montreal to Quebec

    Travel by train to the enchanting city of Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its cobbled streets, historic architecture and European atmosphere.

  7. Day 7overnight: Quebec City

    Quebec City

    See Quebec from a new perspective with a 1.5-hour guided cruise along the St. Lawrence River, showcasing the city's skyline, Château Frontenac, and Montmorency Falls.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Onboard VIA Rail

    Quebec to Halifax

    Board VIA Rail's 'The Ocean' sleeper train for a scenic overnight journey along Canada's east coast, passing charming towns and maritime landscapes.

  9. Day 9overnight: Halifax

    Halifax

    Arrive in Halifax, Nova Scotia's coastal gem. Check into your hotel and stroll along the lively waterfront.

  10. Day 10overnight: Halifax

    Halifax

    Full-day guided tour of Halifax, including the picturesque fishing village of Peggy's Cove, famous for its lighthouse and rocky shoreline.

  11. Day 11rail

    Return home

    Transfer to Halifax Airport for your overnight flight home, marking the end of your Eastern Canada rail journey.

Included

  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Toronto
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Montreal, Quebec & Halifax
  • Overnight accommodation aboard VIA Rail
  • Flights from UK to Toronto and return from Halifax
  • VIA Rail Toronto to Montreal and The Ocean from Montreal to Quebec and Quebec to Halifax
  • Daytrip to Niagara Falls
  • Heart of Montreal tour
  • Quebec guided tour
  • Best of Halifax and Peggy's Cove

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