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Montreal and Halifax

Rail trip from Montreal to Halifax with an overnight train

Illustration of Montreal and Halifax

Railbookers operates this independent rail vacation, a 6-day, 5-night trip from Montreal to Halifax built around an overnight train ride. Two nights in Montreal include a small-group motorcoach tour of the city's historic sights, from Olympic Stadium to the Hotel de Ville and Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, plus a stroll through Old Montreal's Rue St. Paul. On the third day, travelers board VIA Rail's Ocean service, which runs overnight in Economy class for 836 miles through the Matapedia Valley, New Brunswick, and into Nova Scotia, arriving in Halifax the following afternoon. Two nights in Halifax follow, with a choice between a city tour or a detour to Peggy's Cove to photograph its lighthouse. The trip suits travelers who want to experience a long-distance Canadian train journey as part of the itinerary itself, rather than only as transport between cities, and who are comfortable with an overnight ride in standard seating rather than a private cabin.

What to know before you look closer

  • The overnight train from Montreal to Halifax runs in VIA Rail Economy class rather than a private sleeper cabin, per the evidence.
  • The included hotel nights in Montreal and Halifax are listed without breakfast in the evidence we have, unlike some other Railbookers packages that specify hotel accommodation 'with breakfast.'
  • Railbookers lists 12 accommodation options across Montreal and Halifax spanning tiers, from the DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal up to the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth and the Sofitel Montréal Golden Mile; which hotel you get depends on the tier you choose.
  • The evidence available does not list current departure dates or a season for this package; confirm timing and availability directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Montreal

    Your Journey Begins in Montreal

    Welcome to Montreal! Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a two-night stay and explore all that this sophisticated French-Canadian city has to offer! Take a stroll down Montreal's historic Rue St. Paul as you take in the European charm of Old Montreal.

  2. Day 2overnight: Montreal

    Montreal, QC

    Today you will tour Quebec's largest city on your Heart of Montreal City tour. Your guided sightseeing tour will take you to Olympic Stadium, Montreal Harbor, the historic Hotel de Ville, Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, Golden Square Mile, and many more popular hot spots.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Onboard the Ocean

    Overnight Onboard VIA Rail

    Spend another day enjoying the sights of Montreal before boarding VIA Rail's the Ocean route to Halifax. The train travels 836 miles through rural communities of the Lower Saint Lawrence, down the Matapedia Valley, across New Brunswick and on to Nova Scotia.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Halifax

    Halifax, NS

    Enjoy a relaxing day on the train traveling through the Canadian Maritimes and enjoying the coastal views. Later this afternoon, arrive into Halifax and check in at your hotel for a two-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Halifax

    Halifax, NS

    Spend your second day in Halifax choosing between a remarkable tour of Halifax itself; or take a special detour out to Peggy's Cove, famous for Peggy's Point Lighthouse.

  6. Day 6rail

    Your Journey Ends in Halifax

    Check out of your hotel this morning and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your journey, or spend additional time in a particular city, one of our Rail Specialists can help you with all the details.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2The Heart of Montreal City tour visits Olympic Stadium, Montreal Harbor, the Hotel de Ville, Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, and the Golden Square Mile.
  • Day 3Travelers board VIA Rail's Ocean service, which runs overnight for 836 miles through the Lower Saint Lawrence, the Matapedia Valley, and New Brunswick.
  • Day 4The train continues through the Canadian Maritimes with coastal views before arriving in Halifax in the afternoon.
  • Day 5A second day in Halifax offers a choice between a city tour or a detour to Peggy's Cove to photograph its lighthouse.

Included

  • 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Montreal
  • 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Halifax
  • Small-group motorcoach tour of Montreal
  • Small-group tour of Halifax, including Peggy's Cove
  • VIA Rail® in Economy from Montreal to Halifax on the Ocean®

Questions travellers ask

Is the overnight train included in the price?
Yes. VIA Rail in Economy class carries travelers from Montreal to Halifax on The Ocean, running overnight through the Matapedia Valley, New Brunswick, and into Nova Scotia.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail vacation from Railbookers, with two small-group guided tours included: a Montreal motorcoach tour and a Halifax tour with a Peggy's Cove option.
Is breakfast included with the hotels?
The evidence we have does not list breakfast as included with the Montreal or Halifax hotel nights.
What does the Halifax portion of the trip include?
Two nights in Halifax with a choice on the second day between a guided tour of the city itself or a detour to Peggy's Cove to see its lighthouse.
How long is the trip and what does it cost?
It runs 6 days and 5 nights, priced from $739 per person according to Railbookers.

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