Eastern City Lights: YYZ to YQB by Rail

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Embark on a 9-day rail journey through some of Canada’s most iconic cities. Travel from Toronto, the largest city in Canada, to Ottawa, the nation’s capital, and continue on to dynamic Montreal and charming Quebec City. With ample time at each stop, explore the city’s top attractions, museums, shops and restaurants at your leisure. Whether you are captivated...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Embark on a 9-day rail journey through some of Canada’s most iconic cities. Travel from Toronto, the largest city in Canada, to Ottawa, the nation’s capital, and continue on to dynamic Montreal and charming Quebec City. With ample time at each stop, explore the city’s top attractions, museums, shops and restaurants at your leisure. Whether you are captivated by famous landmarks or simply want to enjoy warm summer days in an urban setting, this four-city tour promises to deliver

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOttawa
End CityQuébec City

Destinations

Attractions

  • Ottawa
  • Toronto

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 1

Trip includes

    • 8 Nights (4*) hotel accommodation on room only basis:
    • 2 nights in Toronto
    • 2 nights in Ottawa
    • 2 nights in Montreal
    • 2 nights in Quebec City
    • VIA rail (economy class):
    • From Toronto to Ottawa one way
    • From Ottawa to Montreal one way
    • From Montreal to Quebec City return
    • Summer activity (May to October) Old Montreal East Walking Tour (1.5 hours)
    • Winter activity (November to April) 24-hour Toronto Hop-on/off Pass
    • Applicable taxes

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVE IIN TORONTO

Welcome to Toronto! Upon arrival at Pearson International Airport make your way to your hotel and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to go for a walk around one of Toronto’s dynamic neighbourhoods. In the evening, do what the locals do in the summers and grab dinner and a drink at a restaurant with a patio.

Overnight: Chelsea Hotel (or similar)

DAY 2: EXPLORE TORONTO

Today is your free day to enjoy Toronto. Visit one of the city’s many museums and galleries, stroll through some of the fun neighbourhoods or enjoy a day at the waterfront (perhaps take a ferry to the Toronto Islands where you can rent a bike or just enjoy a nice walk...

DAY 3: TORONTO TO OTTAWA

Today, you will say good-bye to Toronto as you depart from Union Station on a scenic 4.5-hour train ride to the nation’s Capital. Upon arrival in Ottawa transfer independently to your hotel and settle in. Enjoy an evening exploring Ottawa’s lovely downtown.

Overnight: Lord Elgin Hote (or similar)

DAY 4: OTTAWA

Enjoy a full day in Canada’s Capital City. Snap some pictures of Parliament Hill (warning, it is under construction), visit some of the world-class museums and stroll along the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal. We highly recommend a visit to the Byward Market area.

Overnight: Lord Elgin Hotel (or similar)

DAY 5: OTTAWA TO MONTREAL

Sit back and enjoy a 2-hour rail journey through Canada’s heartland, leaving behind Ottawa and heading to Montreal. Upon arrival in Montreal transfer independently by taxi to your hotel. After getting settled in, head out to enjoy this beautiful city.

Overnight: Sens Hotel Montreal (or similar)

DAY 6: MONTREAL

Did you know that Montreal is the second largest French speaking city in the world?

This delightful city is renowned for its fine restaurants, excellent shopping, rich culture and history. You won’t be able to see it all on this trip, but you’ll get a good taste...

DAY 7: MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY

Going through villages and farmlands, your 3 hour and 15min rail journey will take you to Quebec City. Upon arrival in Quebec City, independently transfer to your hotel and settle in. Then head out to see the breathtaking sights of Old Quebec – you’ll feel like you’ve...

DAY 8: QUEBEC CITY

Spend the day enjoying this charming historic walled city, the first French settlement in North America. There are many ways to explore the city, but the most practical is on foot. Enjoy the views from the Terrasse Dufferin at the foot of the famous Fairmont Le Châtea...

DAY 9: QUEBEC CITY TO MONTREAL DEPARTURE

Bid adieu to Quebec City as you board a VIA Rail train for your return journey to Montreal. Make your own way to the Montreal airport from the train station.

This package includes five nights in 4-star accommodations. It is possible to upgrade this package to in...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,740
Price per day$193
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Meals
    • Gratuities to drivers, on board train staff and porters
    • Personal expenses and insurance

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