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Trans-Canadian Rail Odyssey

Travel coast to coast across Canada by rail, from Vancouver's Pacific beauty to Halifax's Atlantic charm, on an unforgettable cross-country adventure.

Day by day

Day 1overnight: Vancouver
Vancouver
Depart the UK and arrive in Vancouver. Transfer to your hotel, settle in, and enjoy your evening exploring the city's waterfront, or relax after your flight.
Day 2overnight: Vancouver
Vancouver
Enjoy a 48-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour to discover the best of Vancouver, from Stanley Park and Granville Island to Gastown's charming cobbled streets.
Day 3railovernight: Onboard The Canadian
Vancouver to Jasper
Board VIA Rail's The Canadian for your first leg across the Rockies. Settle into your sleeper cabin and watch the landscapes transform from coastal forest to mountain grandeur.
Day 4overnight: Jasper
Jasper
Arrive in Jasper, surrounded by the peaks of Jasper National Park. Enjoy time to relax or explore the town's alpine charm.
Day 5overnight: Banff
Banff
Journey along one of the world's most scenic highways from Jasper to Banff. Visit the Columbia Icefield, take in the turquoise lakes, and marvel at majestic mountain scenery.
Day 6overnight: Jasper
Jasper
Travel by shuttle transfer back to Jasper, taking in more stunning views of the Rockies along the way.
Day 7railovernight: Onboard VIA Rail
Jasper to Toronto
Rejoin The Canadian for a spectacular transcontinental rail journey across Canada's heartland. Relax and enjoy the comfort and beauty of life onboard.
Day 8overnight: Onboard VIA Rail
Jasper to Toronto
Watch as the dramatic Rockies give way to the vast, golden plains of Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Day 9overnight: Onboard VIA Rail
Jasper to Toronto
Continue eastward, passing through tranquil lakes and forests as you approach Toronto.
Day 10overnight: Toronto
Toronto
Arrive in Toronto, Canada's largest city. Check into your hotel and enjoy the evening exploring at your own pace.
Day 11overnight: Toronto
Toronto
Take a full-day excursion to the world-famous Niagara Falls. Experience its power up close before returning to Toronto in the evening.
Day 12railovernight: Montreal
Montreal
Board VIA Rail for your journey to Montreal, a city known for its European flair and cultural richness.
Day 13overnight: Montreal
Montreal
Discover the 'Heart of Montreal' on a guided motorcoach city tour, visiting highlights such as Old Montreal, Mount Royal, and the Notre-Dame Basilica.
Day 14railovernight: Quebec City
Quebec City
Travel by train to Quebec City, the only walled city in North America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 15railovernight: Onboard VIA Rail
Quebec City to Halifax
Board The Ocean, VIA Rail's iconic overnight sleeper train, for your journey along Canada's east coast.
Day 16overnight: Halifax
Halifax
Arrive in Halifax, the maritime gem of Nova Scotia, and transfer to your hotel.
Day 17overnight: Halifax
Halifax
Enjoy a guided tour of Halifax's highlights, including a visit to the postcard-perfect fishing village of Peggy's Cove.
Day 18
Return home
Transfer to Halifax Airport for your return overnight flight to the UK, marking the end of your incredible coast-to-coast journey.

Included

2 nights' hotel accommodation in Vancouver, Jasper, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax
Overnight hotel accommodation in Banff and Quebec
6 nights' accommodation aboard VIA Rail with meals included
Flights from UK to Vancouver and return from Halifax
VIA Rail The Canadian from Vancouver to Jasper, Jasper to Toronto, Toronto to Montreal, Montreal to Quebec, Quebec to Halifax
Hop-on, hop-off bus tour in Vancouver
Explore Jasper Tour with Maligne Cruise
Icefields Parkway and Rockies Discovery Tour from Jasper to Banff
Day trip to Niagara Falls
Best of Halifax and Peggy's Cove