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Travel amid a tapestry of spectacular destinations and ever-changing landscapes when you cross Canada from coast to coast. Experts in rail travel for 20 years, we have combined Canada's best routes to create one epic train trip that travels from Vancouver in Western Canada to Halifax on the Eastern Seaboard, crossing seven provinces and more than 2,700 miles aboard VIA Rail's overnight and regional services. Select tour packages utilize Rocky Mountaineer or travel from east to west, providing flexible options to witness the breathtaking features of Canada unfold.
See Pyramid Falls and majestic mountains as you travel into the Canadian Rockies to Jasper, a scenic alpine town surrounded by Jasper National Park. Your stop here may be a short layover or a destination in your trip itinerary that puts the other beloved destinations, such as Banff National Park, at your fingertips. Continue onward across the prairies to Ontario and Toronto, explore French Canada in Montreal and Quebec City, and then trace the St. Lawrence River to Halifax and the Maritimes, with each region more impressive than the last. Find your coast-to-coast adventure.
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Traverse the boundless Canadian landscape, discovering spectacular cities and natural wonders while traveling from the West Coast to the East by train. This epic long-haul journey features classic overnight travel on VIA Rail's Canadian from Vancouver to Toronto and aboard VIA Rail's Ocean from Quebec City to Halifax, with the convenient Corridor...
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Delve into the remarkable landscapes of Canada, traveling through areas of outstanding beauty on world-famous trains. Beginning with a guided tour of Vancouver on the Pacific coast, the journey continues with two daytime trips on the amazing Rocky Mountaineer to the astonishing Canadian Rockies. Based in gorgeous Banff and Jasper, admire...
Landmark
Ever-changing landscapes and remarkable cities beckon this small-group tour across Canada. Enjoy overnight rail travel on VIA Rail's Ocean and VIA Rail's Canadian, as well as the luxury of GoldLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer, admiring the scenery from glass-dome train cars and an exclusive outdoor viewing area. Stay in five iconic Fairmont...
(32 reviews)An exciting train journey across the country connects two of Canada's most popular cities to create one fantastic vacation. Enjoy all the pleasures of train travel as the Canadian takes you from Vancouver through an ever-changing landscape east to Montreal. You'll have amazing views of vast prairies, calm lakes, and snow-capped mountains. Kick...
(18 reviews)Let the rails guide your adventure on this 17-day coast-to-coast Canadian tour. The journey begins in Vancouver, where you board the Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic ride into the Rockies. Soak in all the beauty of Banff and Jasper National Parks and Lake Louise before boarding VIA Rail's Canadian for a three-day rail journey to Toronto. ...
Embark on a spectacular overland journey that showcases the beautiful and varied landscapes the world's second-largest country is famed for. Landing in Vancouver, explore the west coast's jaw-dropping Rocky Mountains, rushing rivers, glacial lakes and pristine forests before boarding VIA Rail's Canadian for a three-night journey across the plains...
Uncover Canada's most amazing landscapes on this incredible exploration of the country's contrasts from the Pacific to the Great Lakes. Beginning with a guided tour of Vancouver, the journey continues to the stunning Rocky Mountain town of Jasper. Here, admire awe-inspiring vistas, including the Maligne River valley. Embark on an epic...
An unforgettable adventure aboard two of North America's most iconic trains, this independent vacation offers an incredible introduction to Canada. After staying in Vancouver, begin with the panoramic luxury of the GoldLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer, followed by a Prestige Class experience aboard VIA Rail's Canadian. Between rail journeys,...
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