Vacations By Rail
Best of the Canadian Rockies - Banff & Jasper
9 daysfrom $7,295
Vacations By Rail · Independent rail vacation
Trans Canada By Rail Featuring VIA Rail's Prestige Class
Delight in the contrasts of Canada on this journey of ever-changing scenery and dynamic cities featuring Vancouver, Toronto and luxury accommodations on VIA Rail's Canadian.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Vancouver
Arriving in Vancouver on Canada's West Coast
Private transfer from the airport to the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. Check in for two nights; free time to explore.
- Day 2overnight: Vancouver
A private sightseeing adventure in Vancouver
Private guided tour of Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, the Lions Gate Bridge and Cypress Mountain viewpoint. Afternoon free at leisure.
- Day 3railovernight: Overnight train
Stepping aboard VIA Rail's Canadian
Private transfer to Vancouver's train station to board VIA Rail's Canadian. Settle into your Prestige Class Cabin with private restroom and shower, extra-large picture windows, personal concierge and complimentary gourmet meals.
- Day 4railovernight: Overnight train
A privileged perspective on the Rockies
The train follows the Fraser and North Thompson Rivers through the Canadian Rockies, passing Pyramid Falls and Mount Robson, through Jasper National Park and Edmonton.
- Day 5overnight: Overnight train
Traversing the Prairies on the Canadian
Travel through Saskatchewan and Manitoba ("The Prairies"), passing through Winnipeg this evening.
- Day 6overnight: Overnight train
The ancient landscapes of the Canadian Shield
Pass through Ontario and the Canadian Shield, including Longlac at the northern tip of Long Lake, historically part of the fur trader canoe route.
- Day 7overnight: Toronto
Arriving in Toronto
Arrive at Toronto's Union Station. Transfer independently to the Fairmont Royal York for two nights; free time to explore St. Lawrence Market, Kensington Market or the waterfront.
- Day 8overnight: Toronto
An introduction to Toronto
Four-hour private guided tour of Toronto's landmarks and neighborhoods. Afternoon free at the hotel or exploring independently.
- Day 9
Traveling home
Check out and take an included private transfer to Toronto's airport for your flight home.
Included
- 4 nights' 4-Star hotel accommodation
- 4 nights in a Prestige Class cabin aboard VIA Rail's Canadian
- All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
- Private transfer to Vancouver rail station
- Private airport transfers
- 4 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 3 lunches, 4 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
