What better way to explore a country built by rail than with a train? On this tour, you will experience first-hand the scenic beauty of cities like Vancouver and Toronto. Also included are stops in Niagara Falls and the mountain towns of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper. 13 days of scenic travel and relaxation are waiting for you.

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• 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of RedLeaf Service, SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service.
• A 3-day journey on "The Canadian", Canada's cross-country train service.
• Motorcoach tours of Banff, Yoho National Park, the Icefields Parkway and Niagara Falls.
• Accommodation at the world famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
• Tour of the Icefields Parkway, including a ride on an Ice Explorer.
• Admission to Vancouver Observation Deck at Harbour Centre.

 Vacation Includes

• 8 nights hotel accommodation
• 3 nights cabin accommodation onboard VIA Rail
• Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola
• Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
• VIA Rail from Jasper to Toronto
• Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper and Toronto
• Luggage handling (except in Toronto and onboard VIA Rail)
• National Parks Pass
• 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
• Luggage handling and National Park Pass

 Train Information

• Rocky Mountaineer® Video
• Photo Gallery
• Onboard Experience

Eastbound Vancouver to Toronto

Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to the Vancouver Observation Deck at Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. On today's journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains, to the desert-like environment of the interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake and into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)

Day 3 Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today's highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the resort town of Banff this evening. Overnight in Banff. (B, L)

Day 4 Banff Sightseeing with Summit Helicopter
This morning travel to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. After your helicopter ride you will explore Banff on a sightseeing tour. Highlights include visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Banff.

A price reduction of $119 will apply for the Summit Helicopter Tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly.

Day 5 Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the highlights are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight in Lake Louise.

Day 6 Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper. Day 7 Jasper to VIA Rail to Toronto
This evening begin your four-day VIA Rail journey across the Prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail. (D)

Day 8 VIA Rail toToronto
Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. (B, L, D)

Day 9 Onboard VIA Rail
Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. (B, L, D)

Day 10 Toronto Arrival
Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this morning. Overnight in Toronto. (B)

Day 11 Niagara Falls Tour
Enjoy a full-day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls. Return to Toronto early this evening to overnight. Overnight in Toronto.

Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating. (L)

Day 12 Toronto Departure
Your Trans-Canada Rail Adventure vacation ends with check-out from your Toronto hotel.

 

Itinerary is available in reverse.