Across Canada by Train

Arrival in Vancouver

Your cross-country Canadian expedition begins in Vancouver. Make your own way to your hotel and check in, then get to know the city at your own pace; optional additions include FlyOver Canada or Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

Boarding VIA Rail's Canadian

A morning at leisure in Vancouver (optional Granville Island food tour), before transferring independently to the train station to join VIA Rail's Canadian on its four-night journey to Toronto. Non-alcoholic drinks and meals are included as a Sleeper Plus passenger, with dinner in the Dining Car.

Meals: Dinner

Into the Canadian Rockies of Alberta

The Canadian crosses Alberta, following the Fraser and North Thompson Rivers through the Canadian Rockies, passing Pyramid Falls, Mount Robson, Jasper and Edmonton.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Eastbound through the Prairies

The train crosses Saskatchewan and Manitoba ("The Prairies"), passing Watrous, Melville, Portage La Prairie and Winnipeg.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Across the Canadian Shield

The Canadian crosses the Canadian Shield through Manitoba and Ontario, passing Longlac; time can be spent in the Park Car's salons and observation deck.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arriving in Toronto

Breakfast and brunch are served in the Dining Car as the Canadian arrives at Toronto's Union Station. Transfer independently to your centrally-located hotel and explore the city, including St. Lawrence Market, Kensington Market, Casa Loma or the CN Tower.

Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

Experiencing the majesty of Niagara Falls

A full-day excursion to Niagara Falls via the Niagara Parkway and Niagara-on-the-Lake, including a Hornblower cruise toward Horseshoe Falls (or the Journey Behind the Falls experience in winter), lunch at the Fallsview Restaurant, and stops at the Floral Clock, Botanical Gardens and Queenston Heights. Alternative in-city tours available.

Meals: Lunch

To Montreal aboard VIA Rail

A morning at leisure in Toronto before boarding VIA Rail's Corridor Service to Montreal. On arrival, transfer independently to your centrally located hotel and explore Old Montreal.

Exploring Montreal

A sightseeing tour taking in more than 200 points of interest, including Notre Dame Basilica, Old Montreal, the Olympic Complex and a panoramic view from Mount Royal. Optional supplemental tours available at a surcharge (Old Montreal Walking Tour, Private Sightseeing Tour, Guided Cruise).

On to historic Quebec City

A free morning in Montreal before boarding VIA Rail's Corridor Service to Quebec City (under 4 hours). Transfer independently to your hotel and explore Old Quebec at leisure.

An overnight rail journey to Halifax

A comprehensive sightseeing tour of Quebec City via motorcoach (Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, Fortifications, National Assembly, Place Royale, Basilica), or an Old Quebec walking tour. In the evening, transfer to the rail station in Sainte-Foy for an overnight journey to Halifax aboard VIA Rail's Ocean.

En Route to Canada's East Coast

Breakfast is served in the Dining Car as the Ocean continues east, with a 15-minute stop in Moncton. Transfer independently to your hotel in Halifax on arrival.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Uncovering the charms of Halifax

A half-day guided tour taking in a scenic drive to Peggy's Cove, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market and the Fairview Lawn Cemetery (Titanic graves).

Tour conclusion

Your Canadian rail journey ends this morning; make your own way to the airport, or extend your stay to explore more of Nova Scotia.