Classic Eastern Canada by Train
Length
8 days / 7 nights
Time on train
2 days / 1 night

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The best overnight Eastern Canada train tour
Explore Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax! Spend just over a week traveling between Quebec and the Maritimes on an overnight train, exploring each destination with an insider guide.
Travel onboard VIA Rail's Corridor and Ocean trains
Journey through the rolling Quebec countryside
Explore Nova Scotia's coastline and villages
Enjoy unique tours in Montreal, Quebec City and Nova Scotia with local guides
See inside the trains
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Sample Itinerary

Arrive in Halifax
Welcome to Halifax — the Canadian Maritimes' largest city.

Discover the charm of the Maritimes
Discover the charm of Nova Scotia today. Rich in Celtic heritage and historical significance, this seafaring region offers some of Canada's most picturesque coastlines, with fishing villages perched high above the Atlantic Ocean.

VIA Rail - Depart Halifax
Board The Ocean train in Halifax and travel through the rural landscapes of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Pass picturesque farmland, rivers, forests, and small towns near the Bay of Fundy and Chaleur Bay.

VIA Rail - Arrive in Quebec City
After following the shores of the St. Lawrence River, arrive in Quebec City early this morning. Step back in time as you discover the city's ancient cobblestone streets and fortifications. This UNESCO heritage site is rich in landmarks and museums.

Explore Quebec City
Spend a full day discovering Quebec City's history and culture, or venture out to explore the beautiful countryside.

VIA Rail - Quebec City to Montreal
Travel a short distance by train through Quebec's picturesque countryside. Arrive in Montreal, the largest French-speaking city in North America.

Discover Montreal
Explore diverse Montreal with your choice of activity. Discover museums, galleries, eateries and historic sites.

Depart Montreal
Your trip ends with departure from Montreal.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Halifax
Arrive in Halifax
Day 2
Discover the charm ...
Discover the charm of the Maritimes
Day 3
VIA Rail - Depart H...
VIA Rail - Depart Halifax
Day 4
VIA Rail - Arrive i...
VIA Rail - Arrive in Quebec City
Scheduled Departure Dates
Our itineraries are planned around train-service schedules. Ask one of our Canadian Insiders about available dates and the different ways to personalize this trip - including adding days in select destinations.
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