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EASTERN TRAIN TOUR OF THE CAPITAL | | |

Eastern Canada Train Tour of the Capital Cities | Ottawa | Montreal | Quebec

Eastern Canada Rail Vacation

7 Days / 6 Nights to Quebec Priced at USD $2,008 per person

INTRODUCTION See the major attractions on this Eastern Canada train tour and experience the different lifestyles of and Quebec. This 7-day train trip departs from Toronto and includes time on , in vibrant Montreal and the national's of Ottawa. Before wrapping up the tour in the historic heart of French Canada, , you'll have a choice of tours like Montreal sightseeing, wandering a food market, embarking on a fabulous country tour and a rendezvous with history Quebec City tour.

Itinerary at a Glance DAY 1 Toronto to Ottawa | VIA Rail Business Class DAY 2 Ottawa | Free Day DAY 3 Ottawa to Montreal | VIA Rail Business Class DAY 4 Montreal | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Option 1. Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour

Option 2 Walking Tour of

Option 3 Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour DAY 5 Montreal to Quebec | VIA Rail Business Class DAY 6 Quebec | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Option 1. Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour

Option 2 A Fabulous Country Tour

Option 3 Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City DAY 7 Quebec City | Departure

Start planning your vacation in Canada by contacting our Canada specialists Call 1 800 217 0973 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 8.30am - 4pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time) Email [email protected] Web canadabydesign.com Suite 1200, 675 West Hastings , , BC, V6B 1N2, Canada 2021/06/14 Page 1 of 5 EASTERN CANADA TRAIN TOUR OF THE CAPITAL CITIES | OTTAWA | MONTREAL | QUEBEC

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DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 Toronto to Ottawa | VIA Rail Business Class Enjoy the facilities of the Business Class Lounge before boarding the train. Complimentary newspapers and non-alcoholic beverages are available in the lounge. Once on your way, the train follows the shores of , one of the five of , to Trenton Junction, where the St. Lawrence River flows from the lake. From Trenton Junction to Ottawa, the landscape is dotted with small , surrounded by maple forests and rich pasture land. The journey is approximately four hours. Ottawa was named as the capital of Canada in 1867 with the signing of Confederation by the then , establishing an independent Canada. The VIA Rail station in Ottawa is a short taxi ride (not included) to hotels.(lunch is included today) Day 2 Ottawa | Free Day Ottawa is not just the capital of the Canadian government, it is also one of the most diverse cities in the world, offering everything from worldclass sporting events and shopping adventures, to and family activities. Ottawa has it all. Situated on the about 200 km (125 miles) west of Montreal, Ottawa is a unique mix of old and new, history and technology, excitement and relaxation. Among the many historic sites in Ottawa are the , Hill, Canadian Museum of History, , RCMP Museum and Stables, National Aviation Museum, , National Gallery, Byward Market, Rideau , Dow’s Lake, Experimental Farm and the Museum of Nature. Today is a free day to explore on your own. Day 3 Ottawa to Montreal | VIA Rail Business Class Your rail journey to Montreal this morning is under four hours, and takes you into rural Ontario, with maple forests and pasturelands, crossing into Quebec at Coteau where the rail line joins the Toronto-Montreal line. Cross the Ottawa River to Station where a short stop is made before proceeding to in . Central Station is located underneath the Fairmont lobby. (breakfast is included today)

Start planning your vacation in Canada by contacting our Canada specialists Call 1 800 217 0973 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 8.30am - 4pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time) Email [email protected] Web canadabydesign.com Suite 1200, 675 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1N2, Canada 2021/06/14 Page 2 of 5 EASTERN CANADA TRAIN TOUR OF THE CAPITAL CITIES | OTTAWA | MONTREAL | QUEBEC

Day 4 Montreal | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour Enjoy a fully guided driving tour to all the "must see" areas of Montréal such as Mont Royal, Old Montréal, and the city's picturesque riverfront. Highlights of the tour include a visit to the Notre-Dame Basillica, taking in the 360 degree views from the Observatoire , and a scenic river cruise along the beautiful St. Lawrence River. Option 2 Walking Tour of Old Montreal Explore the winding cobblestone of Old Montréal on a guided walking tour. Travel back in time to Fort Ville-Marie in 1642, to today’s modern city and find out more about all the eras that shaped Montréal Option 3 Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour The city’s best food tour takes you to at least 6 of your local guide’s favourite eateries and watering holes. From artisanal charcuteries to thirst quenching craft beers, discover the surrounding areas of JeanTalon, our largest food market on our walking tour! Day 5 Montreal to Quebec | VIA Rail Business Class Following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Quebec City. For the first hour, you will note the rugged that seem to loom up from nowhere. These huge volcanic mounds were formed over 120 million years ago. There are seven of these hills in a row, including Mont Royal in Montreal, ending with Monte Rouge near the tiny of Boloeil. Many of the trees you view are maple trees, producing the great Canadian staple, maple syrup. Your rail journey is just over two hours to Quebec, the oldest walled city in North America and heart of the French Canadian . In Quebec, arrive at , located near the harbour in old , Quebec. Steeped in history, Quebec is the most charming city in Canada, almost 400 years old and most of the original architecture and buildings have been lovingly preserved. (lunch is included today). Day 6 Quebec | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour This is your chance to visit history first hand. The Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Ramparts, world famous , National Assembly, , City Hall, Place-Royale, Citadelle and a glimpse of modern Quebec City are the perfect introduction to the city. Option 2 A Fabulous Country Tour Travel back in time to rural Quebec along the to SainteAnne-de-Beaupré, pass through the many traditional villages of rural Québec. In Sainte-Annede- Beaupré, you will be given time to visit the world famous Shrine and a stop at the Montmorency Falls. Just as you think your day is over, you will be treated to a short visit on the Island of Orléans, discovered by in 1535, where the picturesque village of Sainte-Pétronille, with its 19th century rural atmosphere, waits to be rediscovered again. Option 3 Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City Throughout the years, the food of Quebec has been influenced by Amerindian, British and French cuisines. The Food Tours offer the opportunity to discover these different culinary and cultural traditions. Treat yourself to a behind the scene experience of Quebec City, discovering its gastronomy and culinary history by taking part in five exclusive tasting presentations. Day 7 Quebec City | Departure Upon check-out of your hotel your package ends.

INCLUDED Package Includes:

Business Class rail travel Toronto to Ottawa (lunch included) Business Class rail travel Ottawa to Montreal (breakfast included)

Start planning your vacation in Canada by contacting our Canada specialists Call 1 800 217 0973 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 8.30am - 4pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time) Email [email protected] Web canadabydesign.com Suite 1200, 675 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1N2, Canada 2021/06/14 Page 3 of 5 EASTERN CANADA TRAIN TOUR OF THE CAPITAL CITIES | OTTAWA | MONTREAL | QUEBEC

2 nights accommodation in Ottawa 2 nights accommodation in Montreal 2 nights accommodation in Quebec City Montreal | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour Walking Tour of Old Montreal Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour (operates Thu - Mon)

Business rail travel Montreal to Quebec City (lunch included) Quebec City | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour A Fabulous Country Tour Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City

Meals as per itinerary

Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade

Ottawa - Fairmont Chateau Laurier | Fairmont Room Montreal - Le Saint-Sulpice | Superior Suite Quebec City - Hotel Manoir Victoria | Standard Room

Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Grade

Ottawa - Fairmont Chateau Laurier | Fairmont View Room Montreal - Fairmont Queen Elizabeth | Fairmont View Room Quebec City - Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac | Fairmont Room

Start planning your vacation in Canada by contacting our Canada specialists Call 1 800 217 0973 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 8.30am - 4pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time) Email [email protected] Web canadabydesign.com Suite 1200, 675 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1N2, Canada 2021/06/14 Page 4 of 5 EASTERN CANADA TRAIN TOUR OF THE CAPITAL CITIES | OTTAWA | MONTREAL | QUEBEC

DATES & PRICING

Departs from Toronto: Daily Except Saturday & Sunday (Tour Code:TR63)

DATE TWIN SINGLE TRIPLE CHILD

Superior Grade 03 May - 13 Jun, 2021 $2,008 $3,206 $1,749 $845 14 Jun - 30 Jun, 2021 $2,072 $3,332 $1,792 $845 01 Jul - 05 Sep, 2021 $1,976 $3,141 $1,728 $845 06 Sep - 18 Oct, 2021 $2,054 $3,298 $1,780 $845

Deluxe Grade 03 May - 12 Jun, 2021 $2,215 $3,619 $1,893 $845 13 Jun - 30 Jun, 2021 $2,394 $3,978 $2,013 $845 01 Jul - 12 Sep, 2021 $2,299 $3,788 $1,948 $845 13 Sep - 13 Oct, 2021 $2,402 $3,992 $2,017 $845 14 Oct - 18 Oct, 2021 $2,109 $3,408 $1,822 $845

Start planning your vacation in Canada by contacting our Canada specialists Call 1 800 217 0973 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Saturday 8.30am - 4pm Sunday 9am - 5:30pm (Pacific Standard Time) Email [email protected] Web canadabydesign.com Suite 1200, 675 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1N2, Canada 2021/06/14 Page 5 of 5