Amtrak Vacations
Washington, D.C, New York, and Montreal
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Amtrak Vacations · Independent rail vacation
New York City, Montreal, and Halifax
Independent rail journey from New York City through Montreal to Halifax
Amtrak Vacations runs this 7-day, 6-night independent rail vacation from New York City to Halifax, Nova Scotia, with a stop in Montreal along the way. Day 1 in New York City is unguided, described as time to 'discover the city at your leisure,' before Amtrak's Adirondack train carries the trip north through New York state to Montreal for a two-night stay built around a guided Heart of Montreal city tour past Olympic Stadium and the Golden Square Mile. VIA Rail's the Ocean then carries an overnight journey of 836 miles through the Lower Saint Lawrence and the Matapedia Valley into Nova Scotia, arriving in Halifax for two nights that include a choice between a city tour and a day trip along the coast to Peggy's Cove. Hotels are chosen from 18 options across New York City and Montreal. This trip suits travelers who want one unguided day bookended by two guided stops and a long, scenic overnight rail journey between them.
What to know before you look closer
- The package offers 18 hotel options across New York City and Montreal at different tiers; which hotel you get depends on the tier chosen at booking.
- The included list states 4 nights of hotel accommodations, though the day-by-day itinerary describes stays across three cities, 1 night in New York City, 2 in Montreal, and 2 in Halifax, that add up to 5; confirm the exact hotel-night count with Amtrak Vacations.
- The rail segments are booked in Standard class on the Adirondack and Economy class on the Ocean, not a premium or sleeper-cabin service, even though the Ocean leg runs overnight.
- No current departure dates are listed in the evidence; confirm availability directly with Amtrak Vacations.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: New York City
Your Journey Begins in New York City
Welcome to New York City! Check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and discover the city at your leisure today.
- Day 2railovernight: Montreal
New York City to Montreal
Board Amtrak's Adirondack train in New York City and make your way up through New York state 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! Perhaps tonight you will want to visit Montreal's Underground City for a unique shopping experience. Take a stroll down Montreal's historic Rue St. Paul as you take in the European charm of Old Montreal. The possibilities are endless!
- Day 3overnight: 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.
- Day 4railovernight: 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. Enjoy relaxing overnight accommodations and scenic views as you head toward Halifax.
- Day 5railovernight: 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. Enjoy the culture and history of this seaside town, perhaps strolling along the waterfront boardwalk and enjoying a meal of fresh seafood by the water before settling in to your hotel for the night.
- Day 6overnight: Halifax
Halifax, NS
Spend your second day in Halifax choosing between a remarkable tour of the city itself and getting to know the provincial capital of Nova Scotia, and take a special detour out to Peggy's Cove, famous for Peggy's Point Lighthouse. As you make your way along the shoreline to Peggy's Cove, you'll find an amazing view of Nova Scotia's unique coastline, full of history and culture. Peggy's Cove has been an artist's and explorer's paradise for well over 150 years. This picture postcard village, on the rugged Atlantic shoreline, stands on solid rock above the crashing surf.
- Day 7rail
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 1The trip begins with an unguided day in New York City to explore at your own pace.
- Day 2Amtrak's Adirondack train carries the journey from New York City up through New York state to Montreal.
- Day 3A guided Heart of Montreal city tour visits Olympic Stadium, Montreal Harbor, and the Golden Square Mile.
- Day 4VIA Rail's the Ocean carries an overnight journey of 836 miles through the Lower Saint Lawrence and the Matapedia Valley into Nova Scotia.
- Day 6A day trip along the coast reaches Peggy's Cove and its lighthouse.
Included
- 4 nights' hotel accommodations
- Standard class Amtrak® from New York City to Montreal on the Adirondack®
- Economy class on VIA Rail® from Montreal to Halifax on the Ocean®
Questions travellers ask
- Is the train travel included?
- Yes. Standard class travel on Amtrak's Adirondack from New York City to Montreal, and Economy class on VIA Rail's the Ocean from Montreal to Halifax.
- Is the overnight train a sleeper?
- No. The evidence lists Economy class on the Ocean for the overnight Montreal to Halifax leg, not a sleeper cabin.
- Is this trip guided or independent?
- Day 1 in New York City is unguided ('discover the city at your leisure'); Montreal includes a guided city tour, and Halifax includes a choice of a guided city tour or a Peggy's Cove day trip.
- Which hotels are used?
- 18 options across New York City and Montreal at different tiers, with samples including the Waldorf Astoria New York and the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile.
- How many nights are in each city?
- The itinerary describes 1 night in New York City, 2 in Montreal, 1 overnight on the Ocean train, and 2 in Halifax, though the included list states 4 nights of hotel accommodations overall.
