Montréal • Percé • Gaspé

 THE CHALEUR
     A delightful coastal tour of the Gaspé Peninsula

SOOTHING ALL THE WAY

The moment you board the Chaleur™ in Montréal, your vacation begins.  Comfy, on-board smoke-free surroundings and access to a dome car are just the start.  You have 647 miles to the coast to enjoy:

  • Overnight travel along the south shore of the St. Lawrence to Matapédia, where the train separates from the Ocean
  • Early morning viewing of the Baie des Chaleurs that gave the train its name
  • Exclusive panoramic views of lovely, quiet beaches and unspoiled coastlines
  • The charm of the town of Gaspé and its surroundings, including Forillon National Park

Amtrak connections available
between Montréal and New York

Enjoy an overnight escape to a region of rare beauty

PRACTICAL DEPARTURE TIMES
All year, eastbound evening departures three times a week.  The mid-afternoon westbound departure ensures maximum daylight viewing of the Gaspé region, flexible planning of activities, such as a boat tour to Bonaventure Island, and the convenience of an early morning arrival in Montréal.  Travelers to and from the Québec City area transfer and Charny.

CLASSES OF SERVICE
Comfort®
class (economy) offers roomy seats with footrests and headrests, individual lighting and large picture windows. The Skyline car, with its scenic dome and friendly café featuring light meals, snacks and beverages for purchase, is a great place to spend quality time with the family.  Or treat yourself to a hearty taste of the Gaspé in the dining area.  At night, a service attendant will bring you a pillow and blanket in the comfort of your seat.

 

Easterly class makes your journey refreshing as the wind off the sea, known as an easterly, a breeze in country inn comfort.  You enjoy exclusive access to the sleeping car with its welcoming armchairs by day and cozy beds with down comforters by night.  A shower room is close by.  Continental breakfast and round-the-clock tea and coffee are included with your fare.  Savour a regional specialty with a choice of great Canadian wines in the dining area.  Explore the train and share the views with new friends in the Skyline car.

 

Special touches include dedicated check-in and priority boarding, a room warmer, a guest information directory and a route guide.  Of course, VIA personnel are always at your service.

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