A winter rail journey across Canada brings a special prospective to this vast landscape. Off season is an ideal time to travel as the train is less crowded and the VIA Rail staff have more time to share their travel experiences with you.

You will usually find that more Canadian, British, Australian and New Zealanders travel in off season when the rates are lower. With three days aboard the train meeting new people from all over the world while sharing travel adventures and stories of home and hearth is a favorite pastime.

A stopover in the Canadian Rockies can be added to this package for an additional charge. Call for specific details.

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• Airport Transfers in Toronto and Vancouver
• One night in Toronto at the Fairmont Royal York
• Three overnights aboard VIA Rail Canada's Silver and Blue Class in a private bedroom from Toronto to Vancouver with access to lounges and the domed viewing cars.
• Meals aboard the train
• One night in Vancouver at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside
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1 Night - Fairmont Royal York

1 Night - Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside

Day 1- Arrive Toronto
Welcome to Toronto, the starting point for your rail journey across Canada. Your package includes a transfer from the airport to your hotel. The choice of the Fairmont Royal York put you into one of Toronto's most popular and historic hotels. Built by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company, the Royal York opened in 1929, introducing visitors to the largest hotel in Canada and the tallest hotel in the British Empire! The hotel has so many pleasing features, that you can amuse yourself without ever leaving the hotel. Enjoy the elegance of their gracious lobby, their beautiful pool and spa, delicious dining and unique shops. However, do plan to go outside as the hotel is just 10 minutes from some of Toronto's most famous sights and attractions. Overnight - The Fairmont Royal York

Day 2, 3 & 4 - VIA Rail Toronto to Vancouver
Your train is scheduled to depart at 9AM. Your first meal service aboard the train will be lunch, so keep this in mind when deciding on the size of your breakfast. Plan to be at the rail station one hour prior to departure. The rail station is just across the street from the Fairmont Royal York. If you need assistance with your luggage, let the bell desk know that you will be departing on VIA Rail's Silver and Blue service. VIA Rail has a special check in area for Silver & Blue passengers. Here you can present your tickets to the VIA Staff and check the luggage that you want to travel in the baggage compartment.

Nothing shows you Canada like a trip on the train. Your bedroom is VIA Rails "top of the line" accommodations. Your sitting room by day converts to upper and lower berths at night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see you settled into your room. As a Silver and Blue Service passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to the domed skyline car for spectacular viewing. The VIA Rail staff will brief you on the dining schedule. Seating in the domed skyline cars is on a first come first serve basis. Hot tea and coffee is available in the lounge area throughout the day and evening. Overnights - are spent aboard VIA Rail

Day 5 - Arrive Vancouver
You are scheduled to arrive into Vancouver at 7:51AM. The rail station in Vancouver is just a short taxi ride from your hotel. The fare will be about $7.00 Canadian. Due to your early arrival, your room may not be available for check-in, so leave your bags at the hotel and set out to explore Vancouver. Visit Gastown, a lovely 19th century restoration offering a selection of excellent restaurants. Also in the offering is the opportunity to see the Aquarium, Stanley Park, the Capilano Suspension Bridge, colorful Chinatown, BC Palace, the Sunken Gardens of Queen Elizabeth Park and the Bloedel Conservatory. Overnight- Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside

Day 6 - Depart for home or extend your stay
Enclosed with your travel documents is a transfer voucher from your hotel to the airport. The staff of the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside will direct you to your pick up point. We hope you enjoyed your visit to Canada, and that it will be one of many trips to the "World Next Door".

This tour has already departed in 2008. Dates for 2009 will be available soon.