Gaspe Train Adventure
10 days / 9 nights
Trip Overview
Picture a Canada train trip with a European feel! History, city life, beachside relaxation, and wonderful food are right within reach with the Gaspé train trip.You have the chance to see more than Montreal and Quebec City as you travel into the picturesque Gaspé Peninsula by overnight train. A favourite French Canadian destination, the Gaspé region is just the kind of scenic, stress free train getaway that you crave.
Map
2 nights Montreal
1 night Quebec City
1 night VIA Rail
1 night in Gaspé
2 nights in Percé
1 night VIA Rail
1 night Montreal
Depart Montreal
Trip Images
Explore the beautiful East Coast of Quebec onboard the Canadian pacific railway
Browse through historic Quebec City
Explore the coast of the St. Lawrence River on your Canadian train trip
Spend one night onboard Via Rail
Visit the beautiful Gaspe Peninsula
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Begin your Canadian Train Vacation – Arrive in MontrealThe first words you hear after arriving in Montreal will no doubt be in the rolling, fluid language of the locals – French. Speak to most residents in English though, and they will show you how bilingual this Canadian city truly is, is as they switch right over to flawless English. Montreal has you hooked from this moment!Day 2 – French Canada’s Hub - Tour MontrealTake a trip back in time when you stop at the gorgeous Notre Dame Basilica and learn through osmosis by visiting the campus of McGill University. You cap off the day with a view from the top of Montreal’s namesake – Mont Royal. Translated as “Royal Mountain,” the view from the top is as rich as the French royalty of old.
Day 3 – Metropolis to History – Montreal to Quebec City on VIA Rail’s Corridor Travel through some of Quebec’s most picturesque countryside today as your Canadian train vacation heads toward Quebec City. You watch as the water of the St. Lawrence River glistens in the sunlight and the charming town of Cap-de-la-Madeleine passes beyond the train’s window. Step off the train and into a little bit of Europe - right in Canada!
As one of Canada’s oldest cities, with a historic city wall, cobble stone streets, and centuries old heritage buildings, Quebec City has an old world air that can’t be found elsewhere in North America.
Day 4 – Explore Quebec City – Quebec City to Gaspé on the Chaleur TrainSpend your day exploring Quebec City on your own. Ask about the packages to the Chateau Frontenac, Place Royale, and Place d’Armes. Or, try one of the tours through the Museum of Civilization will not be a disappointment! Be sure to stop for an afternoon snack of Quebecois brew and poutine.
After a full day in Quebec City you are rocked to sleep on the Chaleur train as you travel north and continue your Canadian train vacation toward Gaspé.
Day 5 – Canadian Atlantic Coast – Arrive in GaspéWake-up early this morning – Baie des Chaleurs rolls into view as dawn brightens the horizon. One of the helpful onboard attendants converts your sleeping cabin into comfortable lounge seating and you enjoy a tasty breakfast while watching the coastal scenery come into view. Red bluffs, sandbars and salmon rivers are just outside your window. The Canada’s calm, serene scenery passes as you enter the Gaspé Peninsula soothe you and you welcome the laid back pace of the region.
Day 6 – Discover Forillon National Park – Gaspé to PercéA bit of personal attention starts your day off right as you meet with your private driver-guide. Forillon National Park is a literal land’s end and it’s all yours to explore today! Picture a massive natural area, carved out of mountains, cliffs, and surrounded by the sea. Natural Quebec is as awe inspiring as its big cities. You drive along the Atlantic coast and do your best to keep your focus on the road.
Day 7 – Explore Bonaventure Island – Tour the Percé RegionCovered in the deep green of mature trees, Bonaventure Island sits close to the mainland and captures your gaze from Percé’s sandy shore. A short cruise through Canada’s east coast brings you to the island, where a breathtaking view awaits - 250,000 birds nest here. Bonaventure is like a land all its own – so close to town, yet a mecca for fragile wildlife. You cruise past Percé Rock – the limestone structure standing tall above the ocean below. Water slowly laps against its sides, mirroring the serene, unconcerned atmosphere around you.
Day 8 – Canadian Train Trip Continues to Montreal on VIA Rail’s Chaleur TrainPurchases from the quaint town’s art galleries and local treasure shops fill any leftover space in your suitcase this morning. Percé’s reputation as one of Canada’s beachside destination stretches back into the 1930’s and this afternoon’s stroll around the village shows you why.
Return to your comfortable train car today and travel back to Montreal. The amazing food, service and scenery never ceases to impress you.
Day 9 – Arrive MontrealYou will arrive into Montreal by train where you will be met by your driver and taken to your final stay in the beautiful province of Quebec. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to take in any final sights you may not have seen during your first stay in Montreal.
Day 10 - Depart Montreal
With the memories of your Quebec train travel vacation ripe in your mind, your journey comes to an end when you are taken to Montreal airport.
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Accommodation Styles
Hotel du Vieux Quebec
Comfort
This superior hotel is located in the best possible spot as it's right on the main street in Old Quebec and only a block away from all the “action” of Québec. You'll never get the same experience twice at this hotel as there isn't a straight wall in the entire hotel so each room is shaped differently and is a different size.
Motel Restaurant Adams
Comfort
This family-owned motel is centrally located in the town of Gaspe overlooking the Gaspe Bay and near the entrance to Forillon National Park. Relax in this comfortable motel with all the necessary amenities including a family restaurant and a casual bar with friendly staff.
Hotel La Normandie
Comfort
Among the original hotels in the Gaspe region, Hotel La Normandie is perched atop a cliff providing guests with spectacular views of Perce Rock and the bay. The restaurant offers impressive 5-course meals featuring fresh seafood. It's a small, classy hotel -perfect for a romantic getaway.
Options & Upgrades
Canada vacation packages - options & upgradesThis trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
• Upgrades available to Superior or Deluxe accommodation in Montreal and Quebec City
• Extra nights and tours can be added to this trip
Dates & Prices
Trip Start Dates - 2012This trip starts in Montreal on the following Thursdays:
May 26, 31
Jun 7, 14, 21, 28
Jul 5, 12, 19, 26
Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Sep 6, 13, 20, 27
Oct 4
| Dates | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| May 26 - Jun 7 2012 | 2,380 | 2,894 |
| Jun 14 - Oct 4 2012 | 2,894 | 4,055 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple, quad and child rates are available
Canada vacation packages include
• Accommodation for 9 nights (including 2 nights on board The Chaleur)
• 3-hour Montreal sightseeing tour
• Sightseeing taxi transfer from Gaspé to Percé, including Forillon National Park excursion (park fees not included)
• Sightseeing cruise to Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock
• Montreal / Gaspé / Percé / Montréal rail passage on VIA Rail Canada’s The Chaleur (cabin for 1 or 2)
• Private luxury transfers between airport, hotels and rail stations in Montreal & Quebec City, including meet and greet on day 1
• Documentation package
Canada vacation packages do not include
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
• Parks entrance fees
• Transfers between rail station and hotels in Perce & Gaspe
• Driver gratuities
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• Canadian sales taxes (pre-rebated by 50% for visitors to Canada)
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United Kingdom 0800 917 5924 |
Australia 1800 159 634 |
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