Eastern Canada Rail Odyssey: A 10-Day Adventure

Day 1: Toronto

Arrive in Toronto and make your way to your city centre hotel accommodation.

Day 2: Toronto Sightseeing

Join Toronto's original and most comprehensive fully narrated Hop-on Hop-off tour through the city, visiting the CN Tower, Skydome, Toronto Harbour front, Casa Loma Castle, the Eaton Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame and Yorkville. Included in your pass is an elevation ride to the top of the CN Tower and entrance to Ripley's Aquarium.

Day 3: Niagara Falls Day Tour (coach)

This breathtaking full-day tour will take you through the orchard-laden Niagara Peninsula to Niagara Falls. Enjoy a buffet lunch overlooking the falls and join a thrilling boat ride to the base of the majestic Horseshoe Falls. Stop at the observation deck of the Whirlpool Rapids and visit the Floral Clock. On your return discover the picturesque town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, visiting a local country market and possibly touring a winery.

Day 4: Toronto to Ottawa on board VIA Rail

Follow the shores of Lake Ontario by rail through Kingston and onto Ottawa, the picturesque capital city of Canada. This evening is free to explore nearby Byward Market on foot. Byward Market is Ottawa's number one tourist attraction, and is the premier destination for shopping, dining, arts, entertainment and professional services for both residents and visitors. It is home to a local farmers' market, artisan stalls as well as over 600 businesses.We also suggest spending time in the nearby Rideau neighbourhood easily accessible by foot. Located just a block from Parliament Hill, you will find an abundance of cultural activity with the National Arts Centre, Arts Court, La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins, Ottawa Little Theatre, and numerous festivals and events. Shopping lovers come here to enjoy some of the biggest brand names in retail at the Rideau Centre some of which have been in the district for over 100 years.

Overnight: Ottawa

Day 5: Ottawa Sightseeing

On a Hop-on Hop-off city tour you will visit the nation's capital with its many historic landmarks, scenic waterways and beautiful parks. The tour also includes an informative ride on the Ottawa River to learn about the historic buildings that line the river and the role played by them in the evolution of the country. Also Included for use at your leisure is admission to the National Gallery of Canada. This is located in one of the most spectacular sites in Ottawa, along Ottawa's historic Byward Market, overlooking the Ottawa River and the Parliament Buildings. Its award-winning architecture, featuring the luminous Great Hall, spacious galleries, and interior gardens and courtyards, is in itself worth the visit.

Overnight: Ottawa

Day 6: Ottawa to Montréal by Scenic Train

Travel through rural Ontario as you cross into the province of Quebec and to the bustling city of Montreal. Incredible entertainment, historic architecture, glorious food, vibrant culture and nightlife that never stops. When it comes to the fundamentals of getting to know Montréal, several attractions like the Place d' Armes, Basilica Notre-Dame, Place Jacques-Cartier and the cobbled streets of Old Montreal stand out and all can easily be done on foot.

Overnight: Montréal

Day 7: Montréal Sightseeing

This morning take Hop on Hop off tour to over the main points of interest including a photo stop of Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory, Old Montreal, the French Quarter and Mount Royal on a three hour coach city tour. Bask in the glory of the Notre Dame Basilica, stroll through Chinatown, and walk streets of the Old Port. Plan your evening and scope out the best bars and restaurants along Crescent Street. With 10 different places to hop-on or hop-off there is no shortage of things to do and places to see. This hop-on hop-off tour is a unique and informative way to experience Montreal! This afternoon discover Montreal from a whole new perspective as you join a discovery cruise on the St Lawrence River.

Overnight: Montréal

Day 8: Montréal to Québec City by Train

Following the St. Lawrence River, travel from city suburbs through rural landscapes to the oldest walled city in North America. Old Québec is a UNESCO World Heritage treasure and a walkable and safe destination to explore on foot. Stroll and discover the only fortified city north of Mexico with its cobblestone streets and fortified walls. Admire the view from many different vantage points and visit notable historical sites, such as Petit-Champlain District, Place Royale, the Plains of Abraham and the Parliament Building. As you stroll along the Dufferin Terrace, be sure to take a picture of world-famous Château Frontenac, the most photographed hotel in the world.

Overnight: Québec City

Day 9: Québec City Sightseeing

The best way to discover and explore historic Quebec City is on the Hop on Hop off bus. Hop on and hop off the red loop bus service as often as you please and see Quebec City at your own pace. This afternoon travel by coach to the Beaupre Coast and Montmorency Falls. Taking the Avenue through the traditional villages and farms of the Beaupre Coast, your guide will help you relive the tranquil pace of bygone years. A 45 minute stop is scheduled at the Montmorency Falls and the shrine of Ste-Anne-Beaupre, with a short detour to the western tip of the Island of Orleans.

Overnight: Québec City

Day 10: Québec City

Your package ends with a check out from your hotel. Flyback via Toronto or Montreal.OPTION: Extend your stay in Montreal or Quebec and experience the diverse attractions that these beautiful French Canadian cities have to offer.