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Eastern Canadian VIA Rail Jour
Grand Eastern Canadian Rail
11 Days, 5 Destinations including Niagara Falls
Experience five great Eastern Canadian cities by VIA Rail!
Start your adventure with three nights in Canada’s largest city, Toronto, taking in all the best landmarks and attractions, including a day-trip to Niagara Falls.
Then, board the VIA Rail train and continue this 11-day journey by making your way to the nation’s capital of Ottawa for one night. Next, journey northeast on the train and discover the European-influenced cities of Montreal and Quebec City, both an intoxicating blend of old-world and new.
Finally, spend a relaxing night on the train before reaching your last stop – the unique seaside city of Halifax.
Please note this journey is available in both directions - Toronto to Halifax or in reverse. Please ask us for details of this journey from Halifax to Toronto.
Highlights include:
- Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto
- Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Ottawa
- Sightseeing city tour of Montreal
- Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City
- Sightseeing city tour of Halifax OR sightseeing tour of Peggy's Cove
From $5,872 per person (twin share)*
*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee. Itinerary and costs subject to change. Pricing correct as at 30 October 2025 and subject to change. This promotion is capacity controlled and subject to change at anytime.
For more information or to book please contact Pam by phone 0800 785 386 or email pam@pukekohetravel.nz
Your travel itinerary
Day 1 - Toronto, ON
Welcome to Canada! Begin exploring Toronto, Canada's largest city and one of the most culturally diverse, at your leisure. (Overnight in Toronto)
Day 2 - Toronto, ON
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing with your hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Visit popular sites such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Harbourfront, Eaton Centre and Chinatown. Admission to the CN Tower, with sweeping views of Toronto, is also included today. (Overnight in Toronto)
Day 3 - Toronto, ON (Niagara Falls)
Today, you will partake in a full day sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake. With as much as six million cubic feet of water pouring over the edge every minute, it is sure to impress! Highlights of your day include a boat cruise up close to the falls, exploring the caverns behind the falls and lunch overlooking the falls. Witness the beauty and majesty of the falls from all angles! Lunch is included today. (Overnight in Toronto)
Day 4 - Toronto to Ottawa
Hop on board VIA Rail for an easy ride to Ottawa today. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and take advantage of your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to uncover the many sights of the Canadian capital. (Overnight in Ottawa)
Day 5 - Ottawa to Montreal
Enjoy another quick rail journey to Montreal today, and after checking in at your hotel, spend some time getting acquainted with this bustling, European-influenced city. Be sure to take a stroll along the picturesque cobbled streets of Old Montreal, taking in the many architectural styles - a true juxtaposition of the old and the new. (Overnight in Montreal)
Day 6 - Montreal, QC
Today, enjoy a guided tour that will take you all around old and new Montreal. Your tour will bring you to such popular attractions as the Olympic Stadium, Basilica Notre Dame, and Place Jacques Cartier. Let the history and the culture of the city sink in as you enjoy your tour. (Overnight in Montreal)
Day 7 - Montreal to Quebec
Today you will continue your Canadian Rail Journey and head further east to Quebec City. After checking in at your hotel, begin exploring this fascinating destination, also known for its European feel and French-Canadian history. (Overnight in Quebec City)
Day 8 - Overnight Onboard VIA Rail
Continuing exploring Quebec City today at your leisure. Tonight, board VIA Rail's Ocean train line, passing distant lights marking small towns as you travel even further east to Halifax. Settle into your comfortable onboard accommodations and enjoy a good night's rest. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)
Day 9 - Halifax, NS
Enjoy a relaxing day on the train. The scenery will be breathtaking as you enter rustic New Brunswik and then Nova Scotia. Descend the coast of the Baie-des-Chaleurs, and later this afternoon pass Moncton and arrive into maritime Halifax for a two-night stay. (Overnight in Halifax)
Day 10 - Halifax, NS
Today, choose between a remarkable tour of Halifax itself and get to know the provincial capital of Nova Scotia; or take a special detour out to Peggy's Cove, famous for Peggy's Point Lighthouse. (Overnight in Halifax)
Day 11 - Your Journey Ends in Halifax
Inclusions
- One-way VIA Rail® in Economy from Toronto to Ottawa; Ottawa to Montreal; Montreal to Quebec City; Quebec City to Halifax on The Ocean®
- Nine nights' hotel accommodations
- One night Sleeper Cabin on VIA Rail train between Quebec City and Halifax
- One meals included (1 Lunch)
Cost
| Cost Per Person * (Rail tour only | Twin Share | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Star Option | $5,872 | $9,349 |
This price is based on 4 Star Accommodation options. Please ask our team about 3 Star or 5 Star options.
*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee. Itinerary and costs subject to change. Pricing correct as at 30 October 2025 and subject to change. This promotion is capacity controlled and subject to change at anytime. P
Exclusions
This is a Rail Bookers package only. Flights are not included. Please talk to our team about flight options.
Please note this IS NOT a Pukekohe Travel escorted tour.
VIA Rail gratuities are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is essential. Please feel free to contact us for a quote.
General Information
New Zealand passport holders require a Canada eTA visa.
All other passport holders please ask.
Terms and Conditions
* Terms and Conditions apply. Please please ask one of our travel consultants for full details.
Note:
Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change
