Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days.
Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day, as follows:
- One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 2
- One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 7
- One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 9
Expand the itinerary below for more details.
Please note, if more than one room is selected during the booking process, our team will contact you afterwards to discuss options.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Toronto, transfer to your downtown hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights of Canada’s largest city.
Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.
It's time to explore the city! Enjoy one pre-selected tours from our Freedom of Choice options below.
Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.
Freedom of Choice Options
- Kensington Market & Chinatown Tour:
Skip the generic, tourist-trap sights and join this Toronto tour to see two of the city’s coolest communities. Hit Chinatown to see where China and Canada collide, then visit the Kensington Market area for graffiti, vintage shops, coffee houses, comic book stores, and everything else decidedly hip.
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- Toronto City Tour & Toronto & Island Boat Tour Combo:
Come and see the sights of Canada’s largest and most diverse city. City Tour highlights include: the Eaton Centre, Chinatown, CN Tower, and Old and New City Halls with an opportunity for pictures along the way. After your City Tour see a different side of Toronto aboard one of our sightseeing boats. The tour consists of a one-hour commentary tour of Toronto harbour and islands with an optional stop on Centre Island.
Today, enjoy a full-day tour to the Niagara Peninsula. Canada’s fruit belt and major wine-producing region, home of the spectacular Niagara Falls - one of the great wonders of the world. Your tour includes the Hornblower Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls, lunch overlooking Niagara Falls, free time in Niagara Falls, and a winery tour including a wine tasting.
Overnight stay in Toronto at Fairmont Royal York in a Fairmont Luxury Room.
Enjoy the facilities of the Business Class Lounge before boarding the VIA Rail train. Once on your way, the train follows the shores of Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America, to Trenton Junction, where the St. Lawrence River flows from the lake.
From Trenton Junction to Ottawa, the landscape is dotted with small villages, surrounded by maple forests and rich pasture land. The journey is approximately four hours. Upon arrival into Ottawa, take a short taxi ride (not included) to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight stay in Ottowa at Fairmont Chateau Laurier in a Fairmont View Room.
Ottawa is not just the capital of the Canadian Government, it is also one of the most diverse cities in the world, offering everything from worldclass sporting events and shopping adventures, to museum and family activities. Ottawa has it all. Situated on the Ottawa River about 200 km (125 miles) west of Montreal, Ottawa is a unique mix of old and new, history and technology, excitement and relaxation.
Today is a free day to explore on your own.
Overnight in Ottawa at Fairmont Chateau Laurier in a Fairmont View Room.
Your rail journey to Quebec City this morning takes you into rural Ontario, with maple forests and pasturelands, crossing into Quebec at Coteau where the rail line joins the Toronto-Montreal line.
Then following the St. Lawrence River, pass from city of Montreal suburbs to the rural landscapes of forests and rich pastures, dotted with tiny villages that extend to Quebec City. Many of the trees you view are maple trees, producing the great Canadian staple, maple syrup.
In Quebec, arrive at Gare du Palais, located near the harbour in the old town. Steeped in history, Quebec is the most charming city in Canada, almost 400 years old and most of the original architecture and buildings have been lovingly preserved.
Overnight stay in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in a Fairmont Room.
Quebec City has a distinctive European atmosphere that visitors simply love. Explore ramparts, castles and museums or discover hidden gems, cafes and authentic French Canadian foods. Enjoy one pre-selected tour from our Freedom of Choice options below.
Overnight stay in Quebec City at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in a Fairmont Room.
Freedom of Choice Options
- A Fabulous Country Tour:
Travel back in time to rural Quebec along the Chemin du Roy to SainteAnne-de-Beaupré, pass through the many traditional villages of rural Québec. In Sainte-Annede-Beaupré, you will be given time to visit the world famous Shrine and a stop at the Montmorency Falls. Just as you think your day is over, you will be treated to a short visit on the Island of Orléans, discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1535, where the picturesque village of Sainte-Pétronille, with its 19th century rural atmosphere, waits to be rediscovered again.
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- Foodie Walking Tour of Quebec City:
Throughout the years, the food of Quebec has been influenced by Amerindian, British and French cuisines. The Food Tours offer the opportunity to discover these different culinary and cultural traditions. Treat yourself to a behind the scene experience of Quebec City, discovering its gastronomy and culinary history by taking part in five exclusive tasting presentations.
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- Rendezvous with History Quebec City Tour:
This is your chance to visit history first hand. The Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Ramparts, world famous Château Frontenac, National Assembly, Basilica, City Hall, Place-Royale, Citadelle and a glimpse of modern Quebec City are the perfect introduction to the city.
Departing Quebec from Gare du Palais, cross the mighty St. Lawrence River to the south shore, which the rail line follows for almost the entire journey to Toronto. The landscape is dotted with tiny villages, all with church spires, maple forests and rich pasture land.
This fertile land stretches most of the way to Montreal. After the small city of Saint-Hyacinthe, there is a dramatic change in the landscape, as the Monteregian Hills seem to appear out of nowhere. These huge volcanic mounds were formed over 120 million years ago and there are seven of these large hills in a row, including Mont Royal in Montreal.
Overnight stay in Montreal at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in a Fairmont View Room.
A slice of old Europe within Canada, Montreal is very different from everywhere else. A day’s wander might take you to the 18th-century facades of the old city, or cycling to the lovely Canal de Lachine. Take in the glittering shops and restaurants of downtown, or settle into the inviting terraced cafes of Plateau Mont-Royal. Enjoy one pre-selected tour from our Freedom of Choice options below.
Overnight stay in Montreal at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in a Fairmont View Room..
Freedom of Choice Options
- Montreal Half Day Sightseeing Tour:
Enjoy a fully guided driving tour to all the "must see" areas of Montreal such as Mont Royal, Old Montreal, and the city's picturesque riverfront.
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- Walking Tour of Old Montreal:
Explore the winding cobblestone streets of Old Montreal on a guided walking tour. Travel back in time to Fort Ville-Marie in 1642, to today’s modern city and find out more about all the eras that shaped Montreal.
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- Beyond the Market Food Walking Tour:
The city’s best food tour takes you to at least 6 of your local guide’s favourite eateries and watering holes. From artisanal charcuteries to thirst quenching craft beers, discover the surrounding areas of JeanTalon, our largest food market on our walking tour!
Your journey comes to an end today after your hotel check out. You will be transferred to Montreal Airport for your onward flight.
Hotel options
Toronto
Occupying a circa-1929 building retaining original features such as hand-painted ceilings and travertine pillars, this upscale hotel is a 13-minute walk from the CN Tower and 1 km from the Harbourfront Centre. There are 4 restaurants and bars, including a refined lounge serving afternoon tea. There's also a spa with a 24/7 gym, an indoor pool and a whirlpool tub.
Ottawa
Occupying a grand limestone property overlooking the Rideau Canal, this upscale hotel is a 7-minute walk from the National Gallery of Canada, and less than a kilometre from Parliament Hill. Amenities include a refined restaurant and a cocktail lounge, in addition to an indoor pool and a gym.
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Montreal
Set above the Gare Centrale train station, this grand hotel is 8 minutes' walk from Centre Bell, home of the Montreal Canadiens hockey team. There's a John Lennon and Yoko Ono Suite, where the song "Give Peace a Chance" was composed and recorded. This hotel also includes an elegant bistro, a chic cocktail lounge and an upscale food counter.
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Quebec City
Overlooking the St. Lawrence River, this grand, castle-like hotel is a 3-minute walk from Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec and 8 minutes’ walk from boutiques in Quartier Petit Champlain. Breakfast is served in a cafe with river views. There’s an upscale restaurant, a wine bar, and a bistro. Other amenities include a spa, and a fitness center with an indoor pool.
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There is nothing as iconic or unique as a rail package offering a room with a view which constantly changes. Entire Travel Group offers a range of journeys often referred to as cruising on rails which will leave you with a lifetime of treasured memories.
Our Freedom of Choice program offers complete flexibility allowing you to choose from a menu of different sightseeing options. The experiences offered are included in the package price, so all that’s left for you to do is choose and personalise your package!
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