6 DAYS - 5 NIGHTS / MONTREAL, CHARNY, HALIFAX
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From the sparkling French culture to the easygoing charm of Atlantic seaside towns, sun-drenched beaches to sparkling coves and miles of rugged shoreline guarded by graceful lighthouses - this is a delightful introduction to Quebec and the Maritimes. This vacation includes day excursions, plenty of unstructured time and a romantic overnight rail journey.
VACATION FEATURES: 5 nights accommodation, VIA Rail's 'Ocean' (meals included) VIA Rail's 'VIA 1' first class service (dinner onboard), Montreal Sightseeing Tour, Casino de Montreal VIP Admission, Quebec City Sightseeing Tour, Museum of Civilization Admission, Casino Nova Scotia VIP Access, Halifax City Sightseeing Tour, Halifax Airport transfer, documentation, hotel luggage handling and gratuities on included meals.
DAY 1 - Arriving in Montreal
An overnight stay in Montreal begins your vacation.
DAY 2 - Discovering Montreal and Quebec City
Notre Dame Basilica, Mount Royal Park, Olympic Park, Old Montreal and St. Joseph's Oratory highlight the morning 'Greater Montreal Tour'. The afternoon is free to wander through restored buildings dating from the 17th century and shop Montreal's 'underground', a myriad of stores and services connecting hotels and the subway. Board 'VIA 1' for your journey to historic Quebec City. Relax over dinner en route.
DAY 3 - VIA Rail's 'Ocean' from Quebec City to Halifax
This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Quebec City. Highlights include a tour aboard a trolley bus to the main historic sites of Quebec City, the only remaining walled city on the continent, as well as visiting the Plains of Abraham, Ramparts and Place d'Armes. The first part of the afternoon you will enjoy the Quebec Experience 3D multimedia show, a 30 minute voyage through the 400-year history of Quebec City. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore the city's "old world" charm. Enjoy sidewalk cafes, outdoor displays by Quebec artists, and the unique French Canadian culture. This evening, transfer on your own to the Charny Station to begin your train journey to Halifax. Overnight onboard VIA Rail.
DAY 4 - Arriving in Halifax
Your rail journey to Halifax continues on board. VIA Rail's 'Ocean' is the finest way to appreciate the splendid scenery of Canada's Maritime provinces. This morning enjoy a continental breakfast before arriving in Halifax. Feel free to explore the train and discover how train travel has come of age in Atlantic Canada. A late afternoon arrival and transfer to your hotel begins your stay in Atlantic Canada.
DAY 5 - Exploring Halifax
With plenty of time to relax, you'll get acquainted with this historic city founded in 1749 as a British garrison town. Highlights of this morning's tour include Citadel Hill, Point Pleasant Park and Bedford Basin. The remainder of the day is free to discover the restaurants and boutiques housed in restored structures that represent the character of privateer days.
DAY 6 - Departing Halifax
Your Quebec to the Maritimes vacation concludes upon checkout from your Halifax hotel.
Additional nights are available in Montreal and Halifax.
| Accommodation |
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| June 16 - October 16, 2008 Daily except Sunday |
| Deluxe |
$2358 |
$1599 |
$1430 |
| Moderate |
$1814 |
$1312 |
$1260 |
$1184 |
| May 1 - June 11, 2008 Daily except Sunday |
| Deluxe |
$1860 |
$1233 |
$1102 |
| Moderate |
$1412 |
$999 |
$928 |
$873 |
