Canada Eastern Rail Classic
Length
8 days / 7 nights
Time on train
1 day / 1 night
Train type
Where it goes
When to go
April – October
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Your itinerary is personalized to suit your dreams and needs:
- Decide your desired budget
- Choose your own activities and experiences
- Have all the details of your trip arranged for you
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
The best accommodation selections
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our vacations are not typically ‘escorted.’ You are not tied into a specific group, or a rigid daily itinerary but rather have the freedom of ‘independent’ travel.
This allows you, with the help of our Canadian Insiders, to personalize your trip to suit your occasion, interests, timeframe and budget. We’ll guide you through the process and provide the reassurance of seamless connections, customer service support, and scheduled activities tailored to your taste.
Your trip can be as rich as you’d like, and completely arranged around your interests and needs. The greatest benefit of working with us is our local knowledge. You can customize your trip and decide what you’d like to see and do.
If your trip is a special occasion, we’ll make sure it is unforgettable. Or if you’re traveling with a group, we’ll take care of the logistics so you can share time together stress-free.
Absolutely! We personalize all our clients’ trips to fit their exact tastes and needs. You can add days at locations that you’d like to explore and spend more time at. Or leave out certain areas that don’t interest you as much. Discuss your travel goals with our Canadian Insiders who make sure that your trip fits your needs and budget.
We partner with many hotels across the country that offer a variety of service levels and unique experiences. Choosing a hotel is based on local availability and personal preference, and our Insiders will help you find the perfect place to rest your head so that you can have the best experience possible.
Hotel amenities can vary by property, so your Vacation Advisor will discuss what’s most important to you, such as air conditioning, parking, laundry, swimming pool, spa, onsite restaurants, or 24-hour room service.
All our trips are personalized to fit our clients’ schedule and budget. The price of your trip generally depends on the travel season, train service, accommodations, and the sightseeing tours you take. When you request a quote you’ll be provided with the detailed information you need
Most of our trips include stops to get off the train to explore Canada’s beautiful locations, national parks and unique cities. However, if you’re keen to maximize your time onboard, we’ll pair you up with the perfect train experience.
All of our overnight train journeys feature a private cabin on board the train. In addition, you'll typically enjoy the train's viewing areas, common lounges, and dining cars where you can socialize with fellow travelers.
We define a boutique hotel as being a smaller, more intimate property with an extra emphasis on service. They usually have some of the best restaurants and lounges in town.
The weather depends on the season. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures averaging -5°C (23°F). Summers are warm and humid, with temperatures averaging 25°C (77°F).
Trip Itinerary

Arrive in Halifax
Welcome to Halifax — the Canadian Maritimes' largest city.
- Private Transfer from Halifax Airport

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.
- Private Peggy's Cove and Halifax Sightseeing
With a private driver, enjoy the scenery as you travel along Nova Scotia’s unique coastline to Peggy's Cove. Later, explore historic Halifax.
- Private Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Aspotogan Peninsula Tour
- Halifax Waterfront Food Walking Tour
- Dinner in Halifax

VIA Rail - Depart Halifax
Board The Ocean train in Halifax and begin your westward journey to Quebec City. Wind your way through the rural landscapes of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
- Transfer to Train Station
- The Ocean Train, Sleeper Plus Class
Your private cabin features comfortable seating next to a large picture window. Hot meals are served in the dining car.

VIA Rail - Arrive in Quebec City
Arrive in Quebec City early this morning. This afternoon, discover what lies outside of Quebec City or simply take the day to explore the Old City.
- Quebec Countryside Tour
- Guided Visit of the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac
- Quebec City Sightseeing Cruise
- Transfer from Sainte-Foy Train Station

Explore Quebec City
Journey back in time as you explore Old Quebec's 17th-century fortifications and winding cobblestone streets.
- Gourmet Food and Historical Walking Tour
- Quebec City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Discover Quebec City's history on a guided sightseeing bus tour. See the Plains of Abraham, the Château Frontenac, the Notre-Dame Basilica, and more.
- Private Walking Tour of Old Quebec
Explore the cobblestone streets of fortified Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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.
- Transfer to Train Station
- The Corridor Train, Business Class
Relax in your spacious business class seat as you follow the St. Lawrence River from Quebec City to Montreal. Meals and full-bar service are included onboard the train.
- Transfer from Train Station
- Dinner in Montreal
Try traditional French cuisine at one of our favourite Montreal restaurants.
- Suggested Evening Activity – Aura Lightshow at Notre-Dame Basilica
If you have time this evening, discover the artwork of the Notre-Dame Basilica through multimedia installations. A combination of light, orchestral music, and stunning architecture provides an unforgettable experience.

Discover Montreal
Explore diverse Montreal with your choice of activity. Discover museums, galleries, eateries and historic sites.
- Small Group Sightseeing Tour of Montreal
Explore Montreal's must-see areas and attractions on this fully guided tour. Visit Mount Royal, Old Montreal, the Notre-Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory and more.
- Private Walking Tour of Old Montreal
- Private Food Tour in Old Montreal

Depart Montreal
Your trip ends with departure from Montreal.
- Private Transfer to Montreal Airport
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Insider Tips
Quebec is an extraordinary place. Deep-rooted culture and history, mixed with the love of good food make it the perfect destination. While most people visit Montreal and Quebec City, this province has so much more to offer! From small charming towns with quirky histories to popping fall colours and breath-taking natural beauty and biodiversity, mixed with a pride of place unique to the region, this is a province worth exploring in much more depth.
Anjuli
Canadian Insider

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