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Canadian Rail Adventure with Prestige Class

An unforgettable adventure aboard two of Canada's most iconic trains. Begin with the panoramic luxury of the GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer, followed by a Prestige Class experience aboard VIA Rail's Canadian.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Arriving in Vancouver

    Transfer independently to a centrally located hotel, with the rest of the day free to explore.

  2. Day 2overnight: Kamloops

    Boarding Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops

    Board Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service for a scenic journey through the Coast Mountains and Hell's Gate to Kamloops, with gourmet meals in the Dining Room.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  3. Day 3overnight: Banff

    Into the Rockies to Banff onboard Rocky Mountaineer

    Rocky Mountaineer continues through the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse Pass into the Canadian Rockies, arriving in Banff.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  4. Day 4overnight: Banff

    Discovering Banff National Park

    A guided excursion taking in Banff townsite, Surprise Corner, Tunnel Mountain and the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain, with lunch included (alternative half-day or full-day grizzly bear tours available).

    Meals: Lunch

  5. Day 5overnight: Lake Louise

    Lakes, falls and views en route to Lake Louise

    A sightseeing route through Banff and Yoho National Parks including the Spiral Tunnels and Emerald Lake, with lunch at its lakeside lodge, arriving in Lake Louise.

    Meals: Lunch

  6. Day 6overnight: Lake Louise

    A day at leisure aside Lake Louise

    A free day to explore Lake Louise's hiking trails or relax at the hotel, with optional canoe rentals and spa treatments.

  7. Day 7overnight: Jasper

    Sightseeing en route to Jasper

    A full-day excursion along the Icefields Parkway with an Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier, the Columbia Icefield Skywalk and a hot buffet lunch, arriving in Jasper.

    Meals: Lunch

  8. Day 8overnight: Jasper

    Enjoying Jasper your way

    A free day in Jasper National Park, with an optional planetarium tour available locally.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Overnight aboard VIA Rail's Canadian

    Boarding VIA Rail's Canadian for a three-night journey

    Board VIA Rail's Canadian in Prestige Class private cabin accommodations, with gourmet dining, bar service and access to the exclusive Prestige Park Car.

    Meals: Dinner

  10. Day 10overnight: Overnight aboard VIA Rail's Canadian

    Across the Prairies on the Canadian

    The Canadian crosses Saskatchewan and Manitoba's prairies, passing through Winnipeg this evening.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  11. Day 11railovernight: Overnight aboard VIA Rail's Canadian

    The ancient landscapes of the Canadian Shield

    The train crosses the Canadian Shield's rock and lakes through northern Ontario, including the Longlac area.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  12. Day 12overnight: Toronto

    Arriving in Toronto

    Breakfast and brunch are served onboard before arriving at Toronto's Union Station and transferring to the Fairmont Royal York for a two-night stay.

    Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

  13. Day 13overnight: Toronto

    The thundering waters of Niagara Falls

    A full-day excursion to Niagara Falls including a lunch buffet overlooking the falls and a ride on the Hornblower to the base of Horseshoe Falls, with stops at the Floral Clock and Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Meals: Lunch

  14. Day 14

    Tour conclusion

    An included transfer takes you from the hotel to Pearson International Airport for your flight home.

Included

  • 8 nights' 4 & 5-Star hotel accommodation
  • 3 nights in a Prestige Class Cabin aboard VIA Rail's Canadian
  • GoldLeaf Service onboard Rocky Mountaineer
  • All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
  • 5 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 8 lunches, 3 dinners
  • All guided tours and excursions

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
  • Flights

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