Eastern Canada - Explore the Capitals with Via Rail & Fairmont Hotels!

Upon arrival in Toronto transfer independently to your hotel for a 3 night stay. 

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore on your own! . 

Enjoy the freedom of a hop-on-hop-off city tour conducted by a friendly and knowledgeable
tour guide, educating you on the fun facts and history of Toronto with stops at/near
all major hotels in the downtown area with this 1-day pass. Admission to the CN Tower,
standing 335.33 metres tall, is included. Ride the glass-fronted elevators to the top and
take in unforgettable views of Toronto and Lake Ontario. The remainder of the day is free
for independent exploration, shopping or simple relaxation.

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing excursion to Niagara Falls. The route takes you through the
lush fruit growing district and wine region of the Niagara Peninsula. Marvel at the spectacle
of the famous Niagara Falls and step aboard the Niagara City Cruises by Hornblower
Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour for a fantastic boat trip to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls.
You will have ample time at the Falls to take pictures and admire the thundering waters
or stroll into town. Highlights include a meal and a trip along the beautiful Niagara
Parkway, which winds its way along the Niagara Gorge. Pass through the historic community
of Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto for the evening

This morning transfer independently to Union Station to board VIA Rail’s The Corridor train to Ottawa.  You will be passing quaint little towns along Lake Ontario, the historic city of Kingston and the Thousand Islands region.

Upon arrival in Ottawa, the remainder of the day is free to explore the charms of Canada’s  capital city.  Take a stroll along the famous Rideau Canal (designated by UNESCO as a World  Heritage Site) or discover what the bustling Byward Market has to offer.

Enjoy a hop-on/hop-off panoramic sightseeing tour of Ottawa today. You will see the
Parliament Buildings, Embassy Row, the Royal Canadian Mint, the National Gallery
of Canada, the National Aviation Museum, the residence of the Prime Minister and
Governor-General, the RCMP Museum and Stables, the National Arts Centre and much
more. You will drive through scenic gardens and parklands and along the Rideau Canal.
This comprehensive sightseeing tour is special as it allows you to step on and off at
any of the stops along the route to fully experience the charming nation’s capital. If the
sightseeing tour is not operating, it will be substituted with admission to the Canadian
Museum of History and War. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city’s many
museums, galleries and boutique

Today is your departure from Ottawa to Quebec City on board VIA Rail’s The Corridor.

You’ll be leaving the capital region of Ottawa behind and heading for the Laurentians. Past Montreal, the train will be riding along the southern shore of the St. Lawrence River passing charming little towns and villages in the beautiful French-Canadian countryside.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore fascinating Quebec City and experience
its energetic nightlife

Today you will explore historic and modern Quebec City on a morning sightseeing tour.
Quebec City is the only city in North America with city walls and gates earning it a United
Nations World Heritage Site distinction in 1985.

Discover the historical treasures and wonderful “joie de vivre” atmosphere of Quebec. Your guide provides narration while you see the Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the Fortifications, the National Assembly, Place Royale, the Basilica and many more points of interest. The rest of the day is at your leisure to further explore the city or indulge at one of many fine restaurants

Hop on the train today for a short ride to Montreal. This time, you’ll be travelling along
the northern shore of the St. Lawrence River passing historic Trois-Rivières and charming
Cap-de-la-Madeleine with its national shrine to the Virgin Mary. Upon reaching the
bustling metropolis of Montreal, prepare for an afternoon of exploring the second largest
French-speaking city after Paris. Walk down lively St. Catherine Street with its numerous
shops and cafés. Sample the fine cuisine and exuberant nightlife.

Today, you will be going on a 3-hour sightseeing tour of Montreal*. You will see numerous highlights, such as the Notre Dame Basilica, the financial and residential districts, historic Old Montreal, the charming Latin Quarter and much more. You will visit the Olympic Complex, travel through the campus of McGill University and savour the panoramic views from an observation point on top of Mont Royal

Today is your departure from Montreal to Toronto on board VIA Rail’s The Corridor. Upon
arrival at Toronto’s Union Station, your holiday has come to an end. Transfer independently
to Toronto’s International Airport to check in for your flight home.