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Rail Adventure
Copper Art Studio & Museum
Montmorency Falls
Erabliere le Chemin du Roy Sugar Shack
The Cabot Trail
Erin Davisson
Erin Davisson
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Discover the best of Eastern Canada while exploring Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia, including a delightful overnight rail journey. Enjoy a guided tour of Montreal before heading to Quebec City, stopping for a delicious all-you-can-eat dinner at an authentic sugar shack along the way. Here, the UNESCO World Heritage Site transports us to Europe with rich French culture and cobblestone streets. We board VIA Rail’s The Ocean and travel overnight in first-class Sleeper Plus cars to Prince Edward Island, where we visit Green Gables Heritage Place and attend a performance at the Confederation Center of the Arts. Take in spectacular vistas along The Cabot Trail, one of North America’s most scenic drives, then tour Halifax, and learn more about the Indigenous people of the Canadian Maritimes. Our journey concludes in Peggy’s Cove with a visit to its iconic lighthouse, nestled along the Atlantic Coast, and a lobster Farewell Dinner to celebrate our adventures.
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Highlights
Montreal
Explore Canada’s second-biggest city, located in the province of Quebec. At times, it will feel as if you’ve been transported to Europe with French culture present throughout, from the mouthwatering cuisine to the impressive architecture. The official language is also French! A local guide boards our motorcoach to provide a comprehensive tour of this charming area, from Port Montreal to Old Montreal. Admire the 17th and 18th-century structures that remain in the historic district, including the Notre-Dame Basilica, then enjoy time to grab lunch, shop, or admire more wonders from the past.
VIA Rail’s The Ocean Train
Relax on a carefree railroading adventure as we travel through the province of New Brunswick along Chaleur Bay. Enjoy the freedom to move where you want, when you want, during our rail journey. Rest in your cozy Sleeper Plus cabin, delight in regional gourmet meals in the dining car, or settle into the service car lounge.
Green Gables Heritage Place
Stroll through the home of beloved fictional character, Anne of Green Gables, as you watch this famed story from the early 1900s come to life. Tour the original Green Gables farmhouse house that belonged to the Macneill family, cousins of author L.M. Montgomery, then stop in the visitor center to view interpretive exhibits on the author’s life and writings. Take in the scenic beauty of this homestead during a leisurely walk along one of the red woodland pathways, where signs highlight the areas of inspiration for the book.
Halifax & Peggy’s Cove
Join a local guide to explore Nova Scotia’s stunning coastal capital. Soak up breathtaking views of the Atlantic while strolling the Halifax Waterfront boardwalk, lined with shops and eateries. Later, enjoy an excursion to the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove, famed for its picturesque houses built on wave-washed boulders in a narrow inlet. View Peggy’s Point Lighthouse and walk among the granite rocks on St. Margaret’s Bay before enjoying dinner near the oceanfront at The Sou’Wester. Indulge in the traditional Maritime delicacy of steamed lobster, complete with a flavorful dessert.
- Day 1: Fly to CanadaWe take a relaxing flight to Montreal, then check in to our accommodations for the evening.
- Day 2: MontrealOur Canadian getaway kicks off by boarding our motorcoach for a Montreal city tour in the company of a professional local guide. We conclude our sightseeing in the historic district with a visit to the mother church, impressive Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, widely recognized for its Gothic Revival architecture and vibrantly colored interior. Afterwards, enjoy lunch and free time in Old Montreal. We then travel to Quebec City, our home for the next two nights. En route, we stop at Erabliere le Chemin du Roy, an authentic sugar shack from the 1920s. Learn about maple syrup production before savoring an all-you-can-eat Welcome Dinner, featuring live music and a sweet maple treat dessert.
Meals Included: Dinner
- Day 3: Quebec CityThis morning, a local guide boards our motorcoach to provide a fascinating tour of this lively city, including a stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Quebec. Here, it feels like we are transported to Europe complete with fortified walls, cobblestone paths, and French culture. Lunch is served at the prominent Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac with views of the St. Lawrence River. The rest of the day is yours to explore individual interests.
Meals Included: Lunch
- Day 4: Montmorency FallsAfter a leisurely morning, we depart our hotel to visit the towering Montmorency Falls. At 272 feet, they are almost 100 feet taller than Niagara Falls! An aerial tram brings us on a scenic journey to the top, where we have the option to find our adventurous side and cross a suspension bridge over the falls before enjoying a delicious lunch at historic Manoir Montmorency. Afterwards, we are off to the Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio and Museum for a tour of the family-owned art studio. Learn about the history of this craft, marvel at intricate exhibits, watch a demonstration, and get creative while making your own copper artwork to take home. Next, we visit the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre Shrine. Known as a healing miracle, it’s one of Canada’s national shrines and a popular pilgrimage site dedicated to the grandmother of Jesus. Later, we board VIA Rail’s The Ocean passenger train and head east while taking in spectacular sights that can only be witnessed by rail travel. Enjoy premier service and private accommodations as first-class passengers in Sleeper Plus cars.
Meals Included: Lunch
- Day 5: The MaritimesEnjoy freshly made meals in the dining car and unrivaled vistas of New Brunswick’s beautiful landscapes this morning. Later, we disembark in Moncton, then travel by motorcoach to Prince Edward Island. We cross the expansive Confederation Bridge on our way to Charlottetown, where our comfortable accommodations for the next two evenings await.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 6: Prince Edward IslandOur exploration of scenic Prince Edward Island begins with a visit to Green Gables Heritage Place, the 19th-century farm that was the setting to Anne of Green Gables. We then enjoy stunning views of red sandstone cliffs, large sand dunes, and picturesque beaches at Prince Edward Island National Park before our lunch at a delightful riverside eatery. Back in Charlottetown, take time at leisure to stroll Victoria Row or relax. Tonight, we gather for a spectacular performance at the Confederation Center of the Arts.
Meals Included: Lunch
- Day 7: Cape Breton IslandWe say goodbye to Prince Edward Island this morning and take a ferry ride to Nova Scotia, then travel over the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island. After lunch, we dive into the life of Baddeck's most famous resident at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Browse exhibits showcasing Bell’s many accomplishments and inventions, including the telephone, as well as a remarkable collection of artifacts. Later, we check in to our Baddeck accommodations and enjoy a group dinner.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8: The Cabot TrailToday, we travel along one of North America’s most scenic roadways, The Cabot Trail. Along the way, we pass through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where unspoiled natural beauty sets the stage for dramatic landscapes and incredible coastal vistas. We stop at Les Trois Pignons Cultural Centre, Museum, and Gallery to learn about the area's Acadian history and view their time-honored tradition of rug hooking. Later, we visit The Gaelic College to experience the island’s Scottish Gaelic history, including cultural demonstrations and interactive exhibits in the Great Hall of Clans Museum. Upon returning to Baddeck, we indulge in a delicious dinner at our lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 9: HalifaxEnjoy an included breakfast before we depart Cape Breton Island and return to mainland Nova Scotia. On our way to Halifax, we tour the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Center to learn about the First Nations people, indigenous to Canada’s Maritime provinces. Upon arriving in Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, we check in to our hotel and have an evening at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 10: Peggy’s CoveOur morning begins with a fascinating motorcoach tour of Halifax accompanied by a local guide. We see the Waterfront and Historic Districts, Victorian-era gardens, the explosion site of 1917, and Citadel Hill, a former military fortification with a distinctive star shape. After leisure time along Halifax's waterfront, we visit Acadian Maple Products to sample delicious foods created with Nova Scotia’s treasured maple syrup. Our journey then continues to Peggy’s Cove, a quaint fishing community famous for its iconic lighthouse and views of the Atlantic Coast. Tonight, we celebrate our adventures with a delicious lobster Farewell Dinner at nearby Sou’Wester restaurant.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 11: Fly HomeWe head to the airport this morning, returning home with fond memories of our time in Eastern Canada.
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 1 night in Montreal
- 2 nights in Quebec City
- 1 night aboard VIA Rail's The Ocean
- 2 nights in Charlottetown
- 2 nights in Baddeck
- 2 nights in Halifax
Attractions & Highlights
- Montreal guided city tour feat. Notre-Dame Basilica
- Quebec City guided tour
- Albert Gilles Copper Art Studio & Museum feat. copper workshop
- Montmorency Falls
- Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre Shrine
- Green Gables Heritage Place
- Prince Edward Island National Park
- Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
- Ferry from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia
- Cape Breton Highlands National Park
- Les Trois Pignons Cultural Centre, Museum & Gallery
- The Cabot Trail
- The Gaelic College
- Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
- Halifax guided city tour
- Peggy's Cove
13 Excellent Meals
- Welcome Dinner at Erabliere le Chemin du Roy sugar shack with live music
- Lunch at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- Lunch at Manoir Montmorency
- Lobster Farewell Dinner at Sou’Wester in Peggy's Cove
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