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EASTERN HIGHLIGHTS BY RAIL (11622) 浗Niagara Falls

Discover the beauty, history and culture of Eastern Canada on this luxury rail journey. Prepare to fall in love with stunning natural surroundings on route from bustling Toronto to the breathtaking Duration Niagara Falls, picturesque Ottawa, historic Quebec City and vibrant Montreal on this epic 10 day 9 nights getaway. Destinations Canada Canada 䡱 RAIL

䡱 RAIL PACKAGES Travel Departs Toronto

Highlights Travel Ends Montreal Niagara Falls cruise with wine tastings Discover the culinary delights of French

Canadian cuisine Experiences

Travel aboard VIA Rail in Business Class 3 Freedom of Choice Activities Rail

Travel Style Rail Packages Start this luxury rail journey by exploring Toronto, Canada’s largest city. Choose between touring the top highlights finishing up on an island tour or avoid the tourist hotspots and explore Chinatown and Kensington Markets.

Feel the mist and hear the thunder of the world-famous Niagara Falls then relax and enjoy a leisurely wine tour and tasting.

Enjoy the facilities of the business class lounge before boarding the train to the nation’s capital city, Ottawa. Along the way enjoy stunning scenery including incredible lakes, charming villages and rich pastureland.

Explore the diverse city of Ottawa at leisure, perhaps visiting museums, doing a bit of shopping or attending a world class sporting event.

In the luxury of business class, take in beautiful landscapes on your rail journey to Quebec city from rural pasturelands to exquisite maple forests that produce the great Canadian staple, maple syrup.

Discover an intriguing mix of old-world European charm and classic North American nature on a choice of three different tours in Quebec City, perfect for history buff’s, country lover’s or foodie’s.

Relax on the last leg of the business class rail journey to the vibrant Montreal, taking in the dramatic landscape of the Monteregian Hills.

Choose to discover Montreal on a “must see” sightseeing tour or by exploring Old Montreal on a walking tour, or by uncovering unique eateries and watering holes on a Market Food walking tour.

Included Freedom of Choice

3 nights in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York For this package we have included Freedom of Choice days in the itinerary.

2 nights in Ottawa at Fairmont Chateau Laurier Our per person price includes at least one tour on each Freedom of Choice day. 2 nights in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

2 nights in Montreal at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Pre-select your tours on the following days:

Private Transfer from Toronto Airport to Hotel One "Freedom of Choice" tours on day 2 Private Transfer from Hotel to Montreal Airport One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 7 Business Class Rail from Toronto to Ottawa One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 9

Business Class Rail from Ottawa to Quebec City Expand the itinerary below for more details. Business Class Rail from Quebec City to Montreal

Meals as per Itinerary

Niagara Falls Sightseeing Tour

Freedom of Choice Days

Itinerary

Day 1 Toronto

Upon arrival in Toronto, transfer to your downtown hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights of Canada’s largest city.

Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.

Day 2 Toronto

It's time to explore the city! Enjoy one pre-selected tours from our Freedom of Choice options:

Kensington Market & Chinatown Tour Skip the generic, tourist-trap sights and join this Toronto tour to see two of the city’s coolest communities. Hit Chinatown to see where China and Canada collide, then visit the Kensington Market area for graffiti, vintage shops, coffee houses, comic book stores, and everything else decidedly hip.

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Toronto City Tour & Toronto & Island Boat Tour Combo Come and see the sights of Canada’s largest and most diverse city. City Tour highlights include: the Eaton Centre, Chinatown, CN Tower, and Old and New City Halls with an opportunity for pictures along the way. After your City Tour see a different side of Toronto aboard one of our sightseeing boats. The tour consists of a one-hour commentary tour of Toronto harbour and islands with an optional stop on Centre Island.

Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.

Day 3 Niagara Falls

Today, enjoy a full-day tour to the Niagara Peninsula. Canada’s fruit belt and major wine-producing region, home of the spectacular Niagara Falls - one of the great wonders of the world. Your tour includes the Hornblower Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls, lunch overlooking Niagara Falls, free time in Niagara Falls, and a winery tour including a wine tasting.

Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.

Lunch

Day 4 Toronto → Ottawa | VIA Rail Enjoy the facilities of the Business Class Lounge before boarding the VIA Rail train. Once on your way, the train follows the shores of Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America, to Trenton Junction, where the St. Lawrence River flows from the lake.

From Trenton Junction to Ottawa, the landscape is dotted with small villages, surrounded by maple forests and rich pasture land. The journey is approximately four hours. Upon arrival into Ottawa, take a short taxi ride (not included) to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight stay in Ottowa at Fairmont Chateau Laurier in a Fairmont View Room.

Lunch

Day 5 Ottawa

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 museum and family activities. Ottawa has it all. Situated on the Ottawa River about 200 km (125 miles) west of Montreal, Ottawa is a unique mix of old and new, history and technology, excitement and relaxation.

Today is a free day to explore on your own.

Overnight in Ottawa at Fairmont Chateau Laurier in a Fairmont View Room.

Day 6 Ottawa→ Quebec City | VIA Rail

Your rail journey to Quebec City this morning takes you into rural Ontario, with maple forests and pasturelands, crossing into Quebec at Coteau where the rail line joins the Toronto-Montreal line.

Then following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city of Montreal suburbs to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Quebec City. Many of the trees you view are maple trees, producing the great Canadian staple, maple syrup.

In Quebec, arrive at Gare du Palais, located near the harbour in the old town. 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.

Overnight stay in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in a Fairmont Room.

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 Quebec City

Quebec City has a distinctive European atmosphere that visitors simply love. Explore ramparts, castles and museums or discover hidden gems, cafes and authentic French Canadian foods.

Enjoy one pre-selected tour from our Freedom of Choice options:

Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour This is your chance to visit history first hand. The Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Ramparts, world famous Château Frontenac, National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale, Citadelle and a glimpse of modern Quebec City are the perfect introduction to the city.

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A Fabulous Country Tour Travel back in time to rural Quebec along the Chemin du Roy 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 Jacques Cartier in 1535, where the picturesque village of Sainte-Pétronille, with its 19th century rural atmosphere, waits to be rediscovered again OR

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.

Overnight stay in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in a Fairmont Room.

Day 8 Quebec City → Montreal | VIA Rail

Departing Quebec from Gare du Palais, cross the mighty St. Lawrence River to the south shore, which the rail line follows for almost the entire journey to Toronto. The landscape is dotted with tiny villages, all with church spires, maple forests and rich pasture land.

This fertile land stretches most of the way to Montreal. After the small city of Saint-Hyacinthe, there is a dramatic change in the landscape, as the Monteregian Hills seem to appear out of nowhere. These huge volcanic mounds were formed over 120 million years ago and there are seven of these large hills in a row, including Mont Royal in Montreal.

Overnight stay in Montreal at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in a Fairmont View Room.

Breakfast

Day 9 Montreal

A slice of old Europe within Canada, Montreal is very different from everywhere else. A day’s wander might take you to the 18th-century facades of the old city, or cycling to the lovely Canal de Lachine. Take in the glittering shops and restaurants of downtown, or settle into the inviting terraced cafes of Plateau Mont-Royal.

Enjoy one pre-selected tour from our Freedom of Choice options:

Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour Enjoy a fully guided driving tour to all the "must see" areas of Montreal such as Mont Royal, Old Montreal, and the city's picturesque riverfront.

OR

Walking Tour of Old Montreal Explore the winding cobblestone streets of Old Montreal 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 Montreal.

OR

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!

Overnight stay in Montreal at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in a Fairmont View Room..

Day 10 Montreal

Your journey comes to an end today after your hotel check out. You will be transferred to Montreal Airport for your onward flight. Additional information

Official language Local currency French & English Canadian Dollars

Hotel options

Fairmont Royal York Fairmont Chateau Laurier Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Toronto Ottawa Montreal Occupying a circa-1929 building retaining original Occupying a grand limestone property Set above the Gare Centrale train station, this features such as hand-painted ceilings and overlooking the Rideau Canal, this upscale hotel grand hotel is 8 minutes' walk from Centre Bell, travertine pillars, this upscale hotel is a 13-minute is a 7-minute walk from the National Gallery of home of the Montreal Canadiens hockey team. walk from the CN Tower and 1 km from Canada, and less than a kilometre from There's a John Lennon and Yoko Ono Suite, the Harbourfront Centre. There are 4 restaurants Parliament Hill. Amenities include a refined where the song "Give Peace a Chance" was and bars, including a refined lounge serving restaurant and a cocktail lounge, in addition to an composed and recorded. This hotel also includes afternoon tea. There's also a spa with a 24/7 indoor pool and a gym. an elegant bistro, a chic cocktail lounge and an gym, an indoor pool and a whirlpool tub. upscale food counter.

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Quebec City Overlooking the St. Lawrence River, this grand, castle-like hotel is a 3-minute walk from Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec and 8 minutes’ walk from boutiques in Quartier Petit Champlain. Breakfast is served in a cafe with river views. There’s an upscale restaurant, a wine bar, and a bistro. Other amenities include a spa, and a fitness center with an indoor pool.

Important notes

Due to dates for special events in Montreal not being available prior to 31 January 2021, all reservations made prior to this date will be subject to a price change if the dates fall on a special event. Special events included: Grand Prix, la Nouvelle France, Labour Day.

Blackout dates may apply during festive season.