Eastern Canada Rail Voyage: Exploring the Capital Cities

Personalize your day by choosing from one of the following activities:
Option 1: Best of Ottawa Walking Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise
Explore Ottawa’s historic charm with a guided walk through Parliament Hill, followed by a relaxing Rideau Canal Cruise and a narrated drive of Ottawa's landmarks.
Option 2: Ottawa Express Bike Tour
Experience Ottawa's highlights on a guided bike tour, pedaling through iconic sights, scenic waterways, and vibrant neighborhoods, all while learning about the city's history.
Option 3: Byward Market Foodie Tour
Indulge in a guided culinary tour of Ottawa’s ByWard Market, sampling local treats, regional delicacies, and artisanal creations while learning about the market's history.
Option 4: Personalized Tailor-Made Excursion
Speak with a local specialist to customize your day, choosing from walking or bike tours, river cruises, or private excursions. Alternatively, explore Ottawa at your own pace, and we will credit the cost of your excursion.

This morning, board your train for the scenic, under-four-hour journey to Montreal. The route passes through rural Ontario, featuring forests and pastures before crossing into Quebec at Coteau. After crossing the Ottawa River, you’ll stop briefly at Dorval Station before heading to Montreal’s Central Station, located beneath the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel. (Breakfast is included today.)

Personalize your day by choosing one of the following experiences:
Option 1: Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour
Take a guided tour of Montreal’s must-see spots, including Mont Royal, Old Montreal, and the scenic riverfront.
Option 2: Walking Tour of Old Montreal
Stroll through Old Montreal on a guided walking tour, exploring its cobblestone streets and historic charm.
Option 3: Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour
Join the best food tour in the city, visiting at least six of Montreal's top eateries and sampling local cuisine.
Option 4: Personalized Tailor-Made Excursion
Consult with a local specialist to tailor your day in Montreal. Choose from guided tours, bike rides, river cruises, or other private experiences. You can also spend the day exploring Montreal’s neighborhoods, museums, or parks. We will credit the cost of your excursion.

Follow the St. Lawrence River from Montreal to Quebec City, passing by the Monteregian Hills and rural Quebec landscapes dotted with villages and maple trees. The scenic two-hour ride concludes at Gare du Palais, near Old Quebec, the oldest walled city in North America. Quebec is rich in history and French Canadian culture, with many of its original buildings preserved. (Lunch is included today.)

Customize your day by choosing from one of the following excursions:
Option 1: Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour
Explore Quebec City's iconic landmarks, including the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Château Frontenac, National Assembly, and Citadelle, while learning about its fascinating history.
Option 2: A Fabulous Country Tour
Travel along the Chemin du Roy to Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré and Montmorency Falls, visiting rural villages and experiencing the beauty of the countryside.
Option 3: Historic Food Tour in Old Quebec
Combine local history and food on this tour, learning about early settlers and sampling local delicacies at four different locations.
Option 4: Pedicab Tour of Old Quebec Lower Town and Old Port
Discover the charm of Old Quebec’s Lower Town and Old Port on a leisurely pedicab tour, exploring the city’s hidden gems and landmarks.
Option 5: Personalized Tailor-Made Excursion
Consult with a local specialist to craft your ideal day in Quebec City, whether through private walking tours, gourmet food tours, or other experiences. Alternatively, explore Quebec at your own pace, and we will credit the cost of your excursion.

Check out of your hotel and conclude your memorable Eastern Canada journey.