6 Day Ontario by Rail

6 Day Ontario by Rail

  • Independent travel
  • 6 days
  • Vancouver to Ottawa
  • Tour code 6DOR

Ontario Rail Tour

This trip combines the highlights of Toronto and Ottawa into a comprehensive rail package with an excursion to Niagara.

Trip highlights

  • Toronto hop-on hop-off city tour
  • Ottawa hop-on hop-off city tour
  • CN Tower elevation pass
  • Ripley's Aquarium
  • Toronto harbour tour
  • Segway tour of the Distillery District
  • Niagara Falls day tour
  • Buffet lunch in Niagara Falls
  • National Gallery of Canada
  • Museum of Civilization

Day by day

  1. Day 1 Toronto

    Arrive in Toronto and make your way to your downtown accommodation.

  2. Day 2 Toronto sightseeing (coach)

    Join Toronto's original and most comprehensive fully narrated hop-on hop-off tour through the city, visiting the CN Tower, Skydome, Toronto Harbour front, Casa Loma Castle, the Eaton Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame and Yorkville. Included in your pass is an elevation ride to the top of the CN Tower and entrance to Ripley's Aquarium.

  3. Day 3 Niagara Falls day tour (coach)

    This breathtaking full-day tour will take you through the orchard-laden Niagara Peninsula to Niagara Falls. Enjoy a buffet lunch overlooking the falls. Join a boat ride to the base of the majestic Horseshoe Falls. Stop at the observation deck of the Whirlpool Rapids and visit the Floral Clock. On your return discover the picturesque town of Niagara-on-the-lake, visiting a local country market and touring a winery.

  4. Day 4 Toronto — Ottawa on board VIA Rail

    Follow the shores of Lake Ontario by rail through Kingston and on to Ottawa, the capital city of Canada.

    Overnight: Ottawa
  5. Day 5 Ottawa sightseeing (coach)

    On a hop-on hop-off city tour you will visit the nation's capital with its many historic landmarks, scenic waterways and beautiful parks. Included for use at your leisure is admission to the National Gallery of Canada. This is located in one of the most spectacular sites in Ottawa - along Ottawa's historic ByWard Market, overlooking the Ottawa River and the Parliament Buildings. Its award-winning architecture, featuring the luminous Great Hall, spacious galleries, and interior gardens and courtyards, is in itself worth the visit.

    Overnight: Ottawa
  6. Day 6 Ottawa

    Your package ends with check out from your hotel.

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What's included

  • 5 nights of accommodation
  • VIA Rail corridor service in economy class as listed
  • Sightseeing and attractions as listed

What's not included

  • Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
  • Taxes as applicable
  • Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
  • Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
  • Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
  • Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
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Frequently asked questions

Tour Questions

Where does the 6-Day Ontario by Rail tour start and end?

The itinerary begins with arrival in Toronto and concludes with hotel check-out in Ottawa on Day 6. During the trip, you explore Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and Ottawa.

What cities and destinations are included in this Ontario rail package?

The package includes sightseeing in Toronto and Ottawa, along with a full-day excursion to Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake. It combines city attractions, scenic experiences, and rail travel into one six-day itinerary.

What is included in the Toronto sightseeing tour?

The Toronto sightseeing tour is a narrated hop-on hop-off experience covering attractions such as the CN Tower, Toronto Harbourfront, Casa Loma Castle, Eaton Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame, and Yorkville. The sightseeing pass also includes a CN Tower elevation ride and admission to Ripley's Aquarium.

Is admission to the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium included?

Yes. The Toronto sightseeing pass includes the CN Tower elevation ride and entrance to Ripley's Aquarium. These attractions are included as part of the Toronto sightseeing experience listed in the package.

What is included in the Niagara Falls day tour?

The Niagara Falls excursion includes a buffet lunch overlooking the falls, a boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls, and a stop at the Whirlpool Rapids observation deck. The tour also visits the Floral Clock, Niagara-on-the-Lake, a local country market, and a winery.

Is the Toronto-to-Ottawa journey by train?

Yes. On Day 4, you travel from Toronto to Ottawa onboard VIA Rail. The route follows the shores of Lake Ontario and passes through Kingston before arriving in Ottawa.

What class of VIA Rail service is included?

The package includes VIA Rail corridor service in economy class, as listed in the itinerary. The rail journey is scheduled for the Toronto-to-Ottawa portion of the trip on Day 4.

What sightseeing is included in Ottawa?

The Ottawa sightseeing experience is a hop-on hop-off city tour covering historic landmarks, scenic waterways, and parks. Admission to the National Gallery of Canada is included, allowing you to visit the gallery at your leisure.

How many nights of accommodation are included?

The package includes 5 nights of accommodation. The itinerary begins with accommodation in downtown Toronto and includes overnight stays in Ottawa before the trip ends on Day 6.

What is not included in the 6-Day Ontario by Rail package?

The package does not include airfare unless specifically stated, applicable taxes, travel insurance, cancellation protection, or gratuities. Meals, attractions, sightseeing, and entrance fees that are not specifically listed as included are also excluded.

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