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Fall Colors of Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise
13 days$3,295 pp $2,995 pp
  • Explore French Canada with guided tours of Quebec City and Montreal
  • Discover all the autumnal beauty, rich culture, and endless history of the Eastern Seaboard
  • Cruise aboard a luxurious Holland America ship and enjoy a trip on VIA Rail's Corridor Service
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Peggys Cove
Highlights of French Canada and Nova Scotia
8 days$3,295 pp $2,995 pp
  • Gain new perspectives on French Canada's cities and the dramatic coastlines of Maritime Nova Scotia.
  • Explore Quebec City’s most notable attractions while on a city sightseeing tour
  • Visit quintessential Nova Scotian destinations, such as Halifax, Peggy's Cove, and historic Lunenburg
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Mt Washington Cog Railway
Fall Colors of New England, Quebec & Montreal
10 days$4,295 pp $3,995 pp
  • Revel in the vibrant hues of autumn as you journey through New England and Eastern Canada
  • View foliage on scenic journeys aboard two historic Northeastern railroads
  • Venture to the "Top of Vermont", tour French Canada, and taste local maple syrup
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Eastern Canada

From Ontario to Prince Edward Island, explore East Coast Canada and its beautiful provinces with Vacation By Rail's train tours. These journeys can include escorted tours of Eastern Canada or well-crafted independent rail vacations and self-drive tours. Tour packages highlight incredible landmarks and include time in fantastic cities throughout the East. Visit Toronto to see the CN Tower, the world's tallest free-standing structure, which offers remarkable views of the city, or travel to nearby Niagara Falls for a ride aboard the famous Hornblower. Venture to Canada's capital city, Ottawa, to see the Parliament Buildings, Embassies, and Rideau Falls. Explore Canada's "cultural capital," Montreal, for excellent shopping, dining, and sightseeing, including Notre-Dame Basilica and historic Old Montreal. The panoramic views from Mount Royal in Montreal are quite impressive, as well. Further East in Quebec City, admire the 17th-century architecture while strolling along cobblestone streets and exploring the quaint shops. The old-world French atmosphere here is undeniable.

Moving even further toward the East Coast, Canadian Maritime tours introduce guests to destinations like Moncton, where you can drive up Magnetic Hill and visit the Bay of Fundy. Journey to the harbor city of Halifax, visit Peggy's Cove or explore Lunenburg. Saint John's famous Reversing Falls are simply breathtaking. No trip to the Maritimes is complete without visiting the location that inspired Anne of Green Gables, Prince Edward Island.

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Baddeck
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Cabot Trail Through Cape Breton National Park
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Montreal During Foliage Season
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Eastern Canada's provinces draw the eye and capture the soul with their bountiful allures. Some of its best elements lie ahead as you explore the land and the sea - French Canada's cities and the dramatic coastlines of Maritime Nova Scotia. Spend time sightseeing and tasting your way through Montreal and Quebec City before venturing to the scenic...

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Fiery autumn foliage and captivating destinations make it easy to fall in love with the Eastern states and provinces of the United States and Canada on this memorable tour. Split your time between the two nations, admiring the ever-changing landscape as you travel by train along Canada's bustling Windsor Corridor and cruise the St. Lawrence and...

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The vibrant hues of autumn guide the way on this seasonal journey through New England and Eastern Canada. Spend ten days marveling at the subtle distinctions between regions, discovering in each how the changing leaves are as unique as the destinations themselves. Soak up the history of Boston, the starting point of your fall foliage adventure,...

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North America's East Coast is filled with unforgettable destinations - places that speak to the traditions brought by immigrants and cities where history was quite literally made. Port towns whose quaint sizes give way to massive culture sit aside breathtaking landscapes carved by the tides. Something new is always on the horizon, and this rail...

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A fascinating showcase of culture and history captures your attention and heart on this 7-day tour of two prominent cities within French Canada: Montreal and Quebec City. With each passing season, the views and experiences in these cities change, finding new ways to satisfy your inner voyager. Festivals, outdoor escapades, and busy streets filled...

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Discover the wonders of Niagara Falls on this 4-day rail adventure. Beginning and ending in New York City, travel aboard Amtrak's Maple Leaf for a full-day journey through upstate New York and into Ontario. Make the most of your two full days in Niagara Falls, enjoying the sights and sounds of the thundering falls and exploring the area's local...

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Your tour begins in French-speaking Quebec City, where the European influence of this historic city full of cobblestone streets awaits. You'll receive a guided tour to visit the city's most famous sights, then a free afternoon to explore the cosmopolitan city on your own. Next, travel through New Brunswick and into Nova Scotia with first-class...

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Start your journey in the cultural haven of Montreal. Montreal is popular for being home to legendary attractions like the stunning Notre Dame Basilica and the iconic Olympic Park, home to several of the 1976 Olympic Games venues. You will have two days to explore the historic city before embarking on to your next destination, Quebec City. Quebec...

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A marriage of classic travel options, this perfectly planned rail and cruise voyage presents the highlights of the United States and Canada's Eastern Seaboards. Each port of call infuses your travels with sightseeing opportunities and elements of cultural heritage unique to the region through which you are traveling. Join the ship in Boston, MA,...

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Begin this tour of Canada's heartland as you depart Toronto for a daylong trip to the majestic Niagara Falls. Try to stay dry as you enjoy the views of thundering waterfalls before returning to Toronto to explore the thriving nightlife of this diverse city. Start the train portion of your journey as you embark on VIA Rail's first-class...

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Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise
9/Jul
SALLY NEWPORT
5 stars
“Holland America experience was wonderful. Excellent and varied professional musical performances. Rail trip offered first class hotels. Enjoyed Jazz Festival in Montreal and Canada Day in Ottawa.
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New York to Niagara Falls
7/Jul
WARREN EARL NIDEVER
5 stars
“Good trip ok
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Montreal & Quebec City by Rail
23/Jun
Dennis Murawski
5 stars
“The worth of this trip was having the Montreal hotel 2 blocks away from the connecting train to QC; moreover, the location of both hotels was so centrally located that we were able to spend half of our time just taking leisurely excursions through various neighborhoods. There was only one...
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Quebec to the Maritimes
17/Jun
JOHN HOLMES
5 stars
“Great trip overall with lovely hotel accommodations and excursions around each city!
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Fall Colors of Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise
30 Oct 2024
Roy Olsen
5 stars
“The trip itinerary was excellent; however, there seemed to be a disconnect between Vacation by Rail and Holland America. We did not receive timely information from the cruise line regarding excursions. The only info was for add' l perks such as wi-fi, drink pkgs, etc. We had contacted...
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Fall Colors of New England, Quebec & Montreal
25 Oct 2024
Alan Wold
5 stars
“Loved the trip, Our guide Edgar was awesome. Driver Anna was great too.
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Highlights of French Canada and Nova Scotia
26 Oct 2024
Richard Dubielzig
4 stars
“A. Recommendations: 1) Provide introduction information in writing, via a handout or with a visual (PowerPoint?) presentation to accompany the talk. 2) In Montreal, let the group see the inside of St. Joseph's Oratory (it's free!). 3) Combine the walking food tour (just bagels and rum (?) cake) with...
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Fall Colors of Eastern Canada Cruise & Rail
17 Oct 2024
Gerald
4 stars
“cruise ship with visiting ports were very good. many opportunities to explore and learn about history and culture. however, the train ride from Quebec to Montréal was very disappointing. over 80%of the trip was by flat farmlands, no decent views.
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Quebec City, Nova Scotia, & Prince Edward Island
12 Oct 2024
PABLO MIGUEL MARTINEZ
4 stars
“So much splendor to see: Québec City’s history and architecture (only marred by huge throngs disgorged by two cruise ships docked on the river—and this was in the shoulder season!), Halifax’s food and art scenes (but again, thousands of cruise-ship passengers in the downtown area), and the tranquil natural beauty...
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