Fall in Quebec and Vermont is magical and while there are many ordinary programs, entirely by bus, no one offers a deluxe program by train, least of all one featuring a classic private train ride on a glorious Streamliner from the golden age of Train travel. With a special train as your centerpiece, you have the opportunity to take an elegant holiday with fine hotels, great dining, personalized attention, a glorious train trip through the Autumn colors of Vermont aboard the Green Mountain Flyer and much more.

Beginning on a grand note, you depart New York and other Eastern points aboard the private 'Montreal Limited' train, a splendid and roomy comfortable 'Club car' with big windows, spacious seats, attentive staff, fresh flowers and open bar with all meals, wines & spirits included. Your journey is over the stunningly beautiful Canadian Pacific Railway from New York to Montreal, a day trip via the Hudson River Valley, through the Adirondacks and past Lake Champlain.

This journey was recently acclaimed to be one of the top ten train rides in North America by the BBC. The only thing that can make this visual feast even nicer with an Afternoon tea with scones, cream cakes and Earl Grey tea as you roll north, and this is included too!

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Call 877-929-7245 for fares to and from New York or Essex.

• Fully hosted by professional tour manager from start to finish with all the details taken care of, along with large amounts of free time.
• Travel from New York City to Montreal aboard the vintage train, the Montreal Limited, a day trip of epic beauty with meals, wines & spirits.
• Three nights at the superb Le Meridian Versailles Hotel along with welcome dinner in Montreal. Plenty of free time is left for you in this wonderful city, the largest French speaking city outside of Paris for you to enjoy its 'joie de vivre', great dining and cosmopolitan charm.
• Montreal city sightseeing tour.
• Day trip from Montreal to Quebec City by train aboard VIA Rail, Canada's excellent rail service with seven hours to enjoy this historic and magical setting overlooking the St. Lawrence River, once the heart of French Canada.
• Three-night stay in Burlington VT which you will use as your base, unpacking once with visits to the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, lunch at the von Trapp Family Lodge (The ‘Sound of Music’ family.) and much, much more!
• Day trip through the Green Mountains aboard the scenic Green Mountain Flyer train, and a stunning cruise on Lake Champlain.
• A special ‘Farewell Dinner’.
• Passage from Vermont to New York City, Washington DC or any other Northeastern point aboard the 'Vermonter' train on October 3rd.

Day 1
All Aboard! You depart New York's Penn Station this morning, bound for Montreal over the Canadian Pacific Railway aboard the Montreal Limited. Today is a visual feast with the Hudson River Valley, the Adirondacks and Lake Champlain, all in daylight as you roll north in splendor. A treat today is Afternoon Tea as you travel along Lake Champlain for an evening arrival in Montreal. Overnight at Le Meridien Versailles Hotel. CB L AT

Day 2
All morning free to sleep in followed by a city tour of this great city, the largest French speaking city in the world after Paris. You will tour Mount Royal, the chic Westmount area and St. Laurent with all afternoon free to enjoy Sherbrooke St with its fine shopping, further exploration of the old Port or a horse-drawn carriage ride. Tonight is your special Welcome dinner at le Grand Café. D

Day 3
You depart Montreal this morning aboard VIA Rail, Canada's excellent passenger rail service for the scenic ride east over the Canadian national Railway to glorious picture book Quebec City, a jewel with a full seven hours to enjoy the old town, the famed Chateau Frontenac, 'the Grande Allee', the Champs Elysees of Quebec City and the historic Citadel. You will want to have your camera handy today and you return to Montreal tonight in time for dinner as you like. L

Day 4
You depart Montreal this morning bound for lovely Burlington, Vermont, a short scenic drive where your first stop is at the historic Church Street Marketplace. This outdoor mall features shops, street vendors, boutiques, restaurants and cafes. There will be time for shopping and lunch on-your-own. You then enjoy a historic tour of the City of Burlington. Visits include the University of Vermont, historic homes and the Burlington Waterfront, once home to a thriving logging industry.

Next, it's time to get sweetened up with a tour and samples of Lake Champlain Chocolates. Watch chocolates being made and take in the aromas and tastes. You arrive at the Doubletree at approximately 4:30 pm. Later tonight, a special welcome to Vermont dinner at the magical Inn at Essex, one of the highest rated restaurants in New England. B D

Day 5
You depart the hotel after breakfast this morning on a breathtaking tour of Vermont during its beautiful foliage season. You'll travel through the pristine Green Mountains with your first stop at the Cold Hollow Cider Mill with its mouth-watering aroma of fresh-baked cider donuts and watch apple cider being made. The Cider Mill gift shop offers a fine collection of Vermont specialty food products, crafts and wines. Next, a visit to “A Special Place” retail outlet for Cabot Cheese, Vermont Teddy Bears, Lake Champlain Chocolates and Danforth Pewter.

On your way into the Village of Stowe, you'll pass Vermont farms, antique homes, and rolling hills ablaze with the colors of autumn. Stowe's Main Street has kept its turn-of-the-century look, while being home to popular galleries, antique shops and craft stores. Enjoy lunch on-your-own while you stroll through the village.

The Sound of Music resonates as you arrive at The von Trapp Family Lodge, a classic Austrian chalet and restaurant, currently owned and operated by the Von Trapp family. Enjoy a refreshing break with tea and pastries served in their charming tea room and you'll leave singing “The Hills Are Alive.” Bring cameras! On the way back to Burlington, a must-stop is the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, for a scoop of Vermont's Finest - a perfectly sweet ending to your day. You'll return to your hotel with time to relax and refresh before dinner on-your-own. B AT

Day 6
Following breakfast in the hotel, you board the Green Mountain Flyer for a train ride along some of the most beautiful country imaginable over the Vermont Railroad. You travel south along Lake Champlain that is highlighted with the reflecting fall colors of orange and gold. You disembark the train at the Shelburne Museum. Discover treasures from America's past at the Shelburne Museum, described as one of the world's great museums of American folk art, artifacts and architecture. See the 220-foot side-wheel steamboat, the Ticonderoga that is a National Historic Landmark.

After lunch, a tour at the Magic Hat Brewery is a perfect thirst quenched. Discover the place where the ancient ritual of brewing is nothing short of magic. Tour the plant, learn the history of brewing, sample 15 of the best tasting beers on the planet and wander through the signature gift shop.

Later tonight, your farewell sunset dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen sailing on Lake Champlain. The Spirit is the Lake's largest cruise ship and offers 3 heated decks all surrounded by windows showcasing moonlight in Vermont. B D

Day 7
Following breakfast in your hotel, the motor coach will take you to the train station in Essex. As you head to Connecticut and New York we hope you are filled with warm memories of your time in Vermont. B

   

   

   

 Departure Date:

• September 26 - October 2

 Per Person Rates:

• $2,395 Price per person
• Single add $600