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Canadian Trails Rail Across Canada - Toronto to Vancouver
INTRODUCTION
Traveling across Canada is a dream, and our best selling rail trips across Canada combines Rocky Mountaineer and the iconic VIA Rail Canadian Train.
Travel from the East Coast to the West on our Canadian Trails Rail Across Canada package from Toronto to Vancouver.
Ride across the country on VIA Rail from Toronto to Jasper, then take your choice of tours in the Rockies before boarding Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service from Banff to Vancouver.
Itinerary at a Glance
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DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 Toronto to Jasper | VIA RailThis morning, check in at Toronto’s Union Station and board VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ for the famous train journey across the prairies to the Canadian Rockies. Step back in time to the days of classic rail travel, riding in the original stainless steel ‘streamliner’ railcars made famous by the ‘Canadian’ in the 1950s. Each has been restored with air conditioning, a café car, lounge car, and access to the dome car. Today is spent crossing the scenic lake lands and forests of Ontario. (brunch & dinner included)
Day 2 On-board VIA RailWatch the scenery change as you enter Manitoba and travel through the prairies and great plains of Canada. (breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
Day 3 On-board VIA RailContinue west through the breadbasket of Canada: Manitoba and Saskatchewan each have golden wheat fields stretching as far as the eye can see. (breakfast, lunch & dinner included)
Day 4 Arrive Jasper | VIA RailStep off the "Canadian" train and take a deep breath – you’re here in the Canadian Rockies and the crisp mountain air is invigorating. After an orientation of this scenic mountain town we will take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise | Sightseeing with picnic lunchYour sightseeing tour today will encompass the ultimate glacier exploration as you travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. From walking on ancient ice at the Glacier Adventure (included), to standing on a glass platform almost one thousand feet in the air at the Glacier Skywalk (included), today’s experiences will leave you with a special appreciation for this treasured region of the Rockies. (picnic lunch included today)
Day 6 Lake Louise to Banff | CoachDepart Lake Louise mid-morning for a short drive via the scenic Bow Valley to Banff, arriving midday.
Day 7 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff GondolaExplore the natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day, small-group tour. Admire the unparalleled beauty of natural sights including Bow Falls, the surreal Hoodoos rock formation, and beautiful Lake Minnewanka, among others. Then Maximize your views of Banff National Park with minimal exertion during this round-trip gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain.Option 2. Discover the Grizzly Bears, Lake & WaterfallsPursue the elusive Canadian Grizzly Bear on this 10-hour excursion through Banff and Yoho National Parks, perfect for animal- and naturelovers alike. Head out for a gondola ride up to 7,700 feet for a mountaintop lunch at Canada’s highest restaurant, and then take a chairlift ride up to the world’s largest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat to see Boo the resident bear rescued as a cub.Option 3. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or DinnerSaddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain
Day 8 Banff to Kamloops | Rocky MountaineerAll aboard Rocky Mountaineer for the scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. As the train crosses over the continental divide you pass through the spiral tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Continue on through the Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park with endless views of snow capped mountains and stunning glaciers. Pass by Craigellachie, where the last spike was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway Trans Canada link in 1885.(breakfast & lunch is included today)
Day 9 Kamloops to Vancouver | Rocky MountaineerRe-board the train and follow the Thompson River through Ashcroft - one of Canada’s driest towns (with an average rainfall of just 18 centimetres). Pass through Rainbow Canyon with its cliffs striped with pinks, greens and greys creating a stunning effect. The last leg of the journey takes you through the lush farming region of the Fraser Valley to arrive in the Pacific port of Vancouver late afternoon. (breakfast & lunch is included today)
INCLUDED
Package Includes:
- VIA Rail onboard accommodation for 3 nights
- Rocky Mountaineer Train between Banff and Vancouver
- 1 night accommodation in Jasper
- 1 night accommodation in Lake Louise
- 2 nights accommodation in Banff
- 1 night accommodation in Kamloops provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Taxi transfers in Banff
- Meet & Greet Jasper with Orientation of Town
- Full day tour between Jasper and Lake Louise with picnic lunch
- Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier
- Glacier Skywalk
- Scheduled coach transfer from Lake Louise to Banff
- Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions
- Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola
- Discover Grizzly Bears, Lakes & Waterfalls
- Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner
- Meals as per itinerary
- National Park fees
Hotel & Rail Information | Moderate Grade
- VIA Rail | Upper/Lower Semi Private Bedroom
- Jasper - Moderate Hotel | Standard Room
- Lake Louise - Lake Louise Inn | Summit Deluxe Queen Room
- Banff - Elk+Avenue Hotel | Standard Room
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | SilverLeaf Service
Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Forest Park Hotel | Woodland Balcony or Alpine Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Room
- Banff - Banff Caribou Lodge | Superior Room
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | SilverLeaf Service
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Deluxe Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Room
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | GoldLeaf Service
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Plus Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Premier Deluxe Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Deluxe Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Mountainview Room
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | GoldLeaf Service
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Activities other than specified
- Meals other than specified
- Portage fees
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DATES & PRICING
Departs from Toronto: Sunday & Wednesday(Tour Code: TR59)
Date | Twin | Single | Triple | Child |
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Moderate Grade with Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service & Semi-Private Berth on-board VIA Rail | ||||
03 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 08 Oct 23 Rocky Mountaineer | Upgrade available to GoldLeaf VIA Rail | Upgrade available to Private Cabin | $6,831 $8,151 $7,456
| $7,554 $9,502 $8,682
| $6,656 $7,769 $7,116
| $5,689 $6,375 $5,788
|
Superior Grade with Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service & Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
03 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 08 Oct 23 Rocky Mountaineer | Upgrade available to GoldLeaf VIA Rail | Upgrade available to Prestige Double Bedroom | $8,540 $10,335 $9,620
| $9,693 $12,161 $11,301
| $8,242 $9,813 $9,147
| $6,970 $8,083 $7,496
|
Deluxe Grade with Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service & Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
03 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 08 Oct 23 VIA Rail | Upgrade available to Prestige Double Bedroom | $10,710 $12,921 $12,082
| $12,817 $16,088 $15,232
| $10,153 $12,011 $11,179
| $8,186 $9,328 $8,489
|
Deluxe Plus Grade with Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service & Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
03 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 08 Oct 23 VIA Rail | Upgrade available to Prestige Double Bedroom | $10,955 $13,166 $12,328
| $13,307 $16,577 $15,722
| $10,316 $12,174 $11,341
| $8,186 $9,328 $8,489
|
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REVIEWS
1 of 5
"We definitely want to come back and we know who to contact."
We have just come back from our tour Canada. We had a great time. Thanks Canada Rail Vacations, especially to Karen for putting together and planning such a trouble free, smooth running package to make our visit even more unforgettable. Every place we have been to have been carved very deeply in our memories. We fell in love with the Rockies, its wild life, ice fields, beautiful towns and the friendly people. We definitely want to come back and we know who to contact.
Lutfu Istanbul
2 of 5
"Thanks for a great holiday."
Thanks for a great holiday. The Rockies and Eastern Canada - awesome, Victoria- beautiful. Whistler- magic. All the itinerary was excellent. Well done team!!
Mark Sydney, Australia
3 of 5
"We had a wonderful time, everything was perfect."
We had a wonderful time, everything was perfect. We would recommend trips organized by Canada Rail Vacations to anyone who is interested in actively exploring parts of the country. Many thanks for an outstanding job.
Astrid Ottawa, Canada
4 of 5
"From start to finish it was an ideal trip for us to enjoy Canada scenery, atmosphere and hospitality"
We would like to express our appreciation for a wonderful trip arranged through Kris, Canada Rail Vacations. From start to finish it was an ideal trip for us to enjoy Canada scenery, atmosphere and hospitality. We were afforded the right amount of activity for the trip yet relaxing. The suggested route from Calgary to Jasper was just spectacular. The hotels we stayed in are in town. And of course the train ride is A plus. Again Thank you.
Manuel United States
5 of 5
"This was an A++ experience! I'll definitely use Canada Rail Vacations for our next trip to Canada."
Paulina booked an amazing Canada for my family. This was so easy to arrange. I just told her what we wanted to do and the time frame we had. She got back to me within a day with an outline of what she had arranged and shortly after that, I had a finalized tour. The price was very reasonable for the tour. This was an A++ experience and I'll definitely use Canada Rail Vacations for our next trip to Canada.
Kathleen Texas, United States
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