Eastern Capitals by Rail
Let someone else take the strain in this laid back tour of the big cities and famous sights of Ontario and Quebec. Enjoy the big city vibe of Toronto, the quaint capital city of Ottawa in Ontario before crossing into Quebec for some French flair in Montreal and historic Quebec City. Between the cities, travel in style on board VIA Rail in luxurious business class cabins including complimentary meals and beverages on board and lounge access at the stations. Exploring the cities is made easy with a choice of tours and excursions offered, while a day trip to Niagara Falls is a special trip from Toronto.
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10 |
9 nights / 10 days from £3,615 per person. Price is based on two people sharing a standard room and includes economy flights from London. |
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Days 1 & 2
Toronto
Arrive into Toronto for a three night stay at the iconic Fairmont Royal York. Explore the largest city in Canada from the waterfront views over Lake Ontario, to the fabulous shopping of Bloor-Yorkville. There is much to see and do in the city, with a huge choice of top class restaurants and bars and tourist attractions galore. The city is dominated by the CN Tower and well worth a trip to the top so you can enjoy the views over the city and beyond.
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Day 3
Niagara Falls
Take a whole day trip down to Niagara Falls and experience the true natural wonder. Peer over the edge of the Niagara River as huge volumes of water tumble over 50 meters into the plunge pool at its foot. Take to the river on board a cruise to the falls, hearing the tremendous noise and feeling the mist on your face before enjoying lunch with views of the falls. On the return to Toronto, stop off in the picturesque town of Niagara on the Lake and visit one of the area’s renowned vineyards and wineries and sample the wines, including the local speciality Icewine, made from grapes frozen on the vine.
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Day 4
Toronto to Ottawa
From your base in Toronto at the Royal York, the city’s Union Station is conveniently located just across the road. Unwind in the lounge before boarding your business class carriage, where you can relax and enjoy the 4 to 5 hour journey through Ontario’s picturesque countryside. The journey begins by following the shores of Lake Ontario to begin with before the landscape changes and becomes dotted with small villages, surrounded by maple forests and rich pastures. Arrive into Ottawa station and make your way over to another iconic hotel, the Fairmont Chateau Laurier for a two night stay.
