Your tour will take from the Pacific Coast of Canada all the way across to the
Atlantic by train and motorcoach. Along the way you will see river valleys, the
Canadian Rockies, the prairies, our oldest and largest cities, the lush Niagara
region, and then on to the Maritime provinces. This comprehensive excursion will
show you many of the different faces of Canada and our diverse landscapes in a
complete package that includes some meals, overnight train accommodations, hotels,
tours, and most transfers. Come to Canada and be awed by the size and beauty of
all our regions!
TOUR FEATURES
20 nights accommodation, VIA Rail's "Silver & Blue", Rocky Mountaineer
daylight train "Red Leaf" service, 11 meals onboard VIA Rail, 2 breakfasts on
Rocky Mountaineer, 2 lunches on Rocky Mountaineer, Discover Jasper Tour,
Discover Banff Tour, Banff Gondola, Columbia Icefield Tour, Lake Louise Tour,
Niagara Falls Tour, includes lunch, Inbound Holiday's driver/guide in the Rockies, tour
of Toronto, tour to Niagara Falls with lunch, tour of Ottawa, tour of Montréal,
tour of Québec City, hotel baggage handling, gratuities on included meals, and
hotel transfers.
DAY 01
Upon arrival into Vancouver, tranfser on your own to your hotel. Overnight in
Vancouver.
DAY 02
This morning board the "Rocky Mountaineer" to begin your train adventure.
Transfer to the station is on your own. Travel through to Kamloops in the
interior of British Columbia. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 03
Today your rail adventure continues into the Canadian Rockies. Travel through
the famous Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park and continue on to Banff
National Park. Transfer to your selected hotel in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 04
In the morning your "Discover Banff" tour will take you through the town of
Banff and its surroundings. Visit the historic Cave & Basin, see the views
from Tunnel Mountain Drive and take a ride up Sulphur Mountain on the Banff
Gondola (included). Enjoy a free afternoon in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 05
Depart this morning on your tour that takes you past Vermilion Lakes to Johnston
Canyon and on to Lake Louise along the scenic 1A Highway. Overnight at your
selected hotel in Lake Louise.
DAY 06
Your full day tour takes you along the scenic Icefields Parkway, stopping at the
Columbia Icefield. Enjoy a Snocoach ride (included) on the Athabasca
Glacier. Continue on to Jasper for a two night stay.
DAY 07
This morning see the beauty of Jasper and its surrounding rugged peaks. Your
three hour morning tour includes Medicine and Maligne Lakes and Maligne Canyon.
Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 08
Your morning is at leisure. This afternoon board VIA Rail's "Silver and Blue"
Train eastbound to Toronto. Meals onboard the train are included. Overnight
onboard the train.
DAY 09
Travel through the Central Plains of Canada to Winnipeg and then continue on to
scenic Northern Ontario. All meals are included today on the train. Overnight
onboard the train.
DAY 10
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are once again included onboard the train. Arrive at
Toronto's Union Station in the evening transfer on your own to your selected
hotel. Check in to your selected hotel located in cosmopolitan downtown Toronto.
Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 11
Tour exciting Toronto in the morning. Highlights of this two hour tour includes
New and Old City Halls, Parliament Buildings, University of Toronto, Yorkville,
Chinatown, Harbourfront and the Financial district. Overnight in
Toronto.
DAY 12
A full day excursion to famous Niagara Falls (including lunch) highlights
this day. This tour also takes in the beautiful and historic region of
Niagara-on-the-Lake. Return to Toronto for a third night.
DAY 13
Today, depart on VIA Rail's service bound for Ottawa, Canada's capital city. A
meal will be included onboard the train. Transfer on your own to your hotel in
Ottawa. Overnight in Ottawa.
DAY 14
This morning, tour the nation's "Capital" highlighted by Canada's Parliament
Buildings, the Embassies, the Prime Minister's residence, Rideau Falls and
Canal. A free afternoon is yours to explore the National Arts Centre, walk the
parks, or visit Canada's Parliament (walking distance from hotel).
Overnight in Ottawa.
DAY 15
Transfer on your own back to the Ottawa train station. Depart for your journey
to fabulous Montréal and includes a meal onboard. On arrival at Montréal's
Central Station, you will must transfer on your own to your selected hotel.
Overnight in Montréal.
DAY 16
Your discovery of Montréal, the world's second-largest French-speaking city,
begins with a city tour including Old Montréal, Notre Dame Basilica, Olympic
Park and Mount Royal Park for a view of Montréal Harbour and the St. Lawrence
River. The remainder of the day is yours to explore caf‚s and boutiques, or the
extensive "underground" including shops and restaurants. Overnight in Montréal.
DAY 17
After your free morning, continue your rail trip with VIA Rail to the charms of
Québec City. You'll enjoy a meal on the train and upon arrival, transfer on your
own to your hotel . Overnight in Québec City.
DAY 18
Today, start with a morning sightseeing tour of the only walled city in North
America. Highlights of your two hour tour include the Latin Quarter, the Plains
of Abraham, the Ramparts, world famous Chateau Frontenac, the National Assembly,
the Basilica, City Hall, Place Royale, the Citadelle and a glimpse of modern
Québec City. Spend the afternoon exploring Québec's many art shops, galleries,
boutiques, pastry shops and excellent restaurants. Overnight in Québec City.
DAY 19
Your day is at leisure, before your evening rail journey to Halifax continues
with one more night on board a train. VIA Rail's "Ocean" is the finest way to
appreciate the splendid scenery of Canada's Maritime provinces. Overnight
onboard VIA Rail.
DAY 20
This morning enjoy a continental breakfast before arriving in Halifax. Feel free
to explore the train and discover how train travel has come of age in Atlantic
Canada. A late afternoon arrival and transfer on your own to your hotel begins
your stay in Atlantic Canada. Overnight in Halifax.
DAY 21
Check out of your Halifax hotel to conclude your tour.
Additional hotel nights can be arranged in Vancouver and Halifax to extend your
stay.
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