Canada, a country built by rail. What better way to explore it than by train? This tour will take you between Vancouver and Toronto, with visits to Niagara Falls and the mountain towns of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper included along the way.
Day 1: Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2: Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)
Day 3: Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B,L)
Day 4: Banff Sightseeing with Summit Helicopter
This morning travel to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. After your helicopter ride you will explore Banff on a sightseeing tour. Highlights include visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Banff.
A price reduction of $119 will apply for the Summit Helicopter Tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly.
Day 5: Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the highlights are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Day 6: Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield you will take a ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 7: Jasper to VIA Rail to Toronto
This evening begin your four-day VIA Rail journey across the Prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail. (D)
Day 8: VIA Rail to Toronto
Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. (B,L,D)
Day 9: Onboard VIA Rail
Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Toronto ArrivalArrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this morning. Overnight in Toronto. (B)
Day 11: Niagara Falls TourEnjoy a full-day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls. Return to Toronto early this evening to overnight. Overnight in Toronto.
Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating. (L)
Day 12: Toronto
Your Trans-Canada Rail Adventure vacation ends with check-out from your Toronto hotel.
