Best of Canada
9 days
Enjoyable for all
Comfortable transport & accommodations. Any physical activities are optional. Temperate environment. Mostly guided. E.g. a train-bus tour
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“We could not believe the hospitality, service and friendliness afforded to us throughout the trip and we cannot wait to recommend this to all of our friends and relations.”
Denise Thorne, client, UK.
Travel by train from the metropolis of Toronto to the serenity of the Rockies. An across Canada by train trip fills your desire for the energy of big cities, as well as the peacefulness of nature. As you travel across the country by train, you see firsthand how diverse the spectacular Canadian scenery really is.
Outline
Arrive Toronto*
1 night Toronto
3 nights VIA Rail
2 nights Jasper
1 night Kamloops
1 night Vancouver
Depart Vancouver
*Can be done in reverse
Arrive Toronto*
1 night Toronto
3 nights VIA Rail
2 nights Jasper
1 night Kamloops
1 night Vancouver
Depart Vancouver
*Can be done in reverse
WESTBOUND ITINERARY
Eastbound is the same, but reversed. See below for details.
Day 1 – Your Across Canada Train Vacation Begins – Toronto
It’s hard not to be immediately captured by the exciting sounds of Canada’s largest city. Friends hurry along the sidewalk, heading to one of Toronto’s grand sports stadiums. Young girls zip in and out of the latest designer stores while cab drivers battle for space on the busy street. As you approach your hotel the smell of Indian, Italian and Chinese cuisine fights for your senses. Multicultural, modern, and invigorating, Toronto beckons!
Days 2, 3 and 4 – Across Canada Train Journey to the West – onboard the Canadian train
The Canadian awaits your arrival this morning at the Toronto train station. Suddenly the magic of your rail trip sinks in. You are shown to your cozy cabin complete with a large picture window and seats that become a comfortable nighttime bed. A panoramic dome car – where you can relax, unwind, and take in all the sights – is steps from your cabin. Tasty meals are served in an elegant yet casual dining car and chatting over a drink with fellow travelers keeps you engaged into the night. Climb into your warm bed and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks - if only every vacation was so relaxing. After three peaceful nights on the Canadian train, you spot the snow covered peaks of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 5 - Enter Canada’s Rocky Mountains – Arrive in Jasper
Step off the Canadian train and take a deep breath – the crisp mountain air is revitalizing after your long journey. You are completely surrounded by mountains and trees. Jasper is pure pristine wilderness. The quiet is relaxing and you are at ease as you make your way to your charming hotel.
Day 6 - Across Canada Train Trip Continues - Jasper National Park
Explore the magnificent Maligne Valley and discover striking natural beauty, abundant wildlife and a genuine geological mystery. While searching for osprey, bald eagles, big horn sheep, elk, deer and bears, you’ll visit the longest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, view a spectacular 50-metre gorge created by 10,000 years of erosion and travel to “disappearing” Medicine Lake, the source of what is believed to be the largest underground river system in Canada. This tour delivers you to the heart of an unspoiled natural playground.
Day 7 - Canadian Train Trip - On the Rocky Mountaineer – Jasper to Kamloops
The train’s whistle breaks the morning silence and the smell of fresh fruit and orange juice wafts through your car as the Rocky Mountaineer pulls out of the train station in Jasper and you continue across Canada. Step onto the outdoor viewing platform for unobstructed views, cool breezes, and if you’re lucky a light misting off Pyramid Falls. Early in the evening, after a day of good food, great company, and awe-inspiring scenery, the Rocky Mountaineer arrives in Kamloops. Enjoy the warm weather and friendly atmosphere of an Okanagan Valley favourite before bedding down for a good night’s rest.
Day 8 – Continue Across Canada by Train – Kamloops to Vancouver
This morning, return to your home on rails – the Rocky Mountaineer. Travel through the mighty Thompson Canyon before catching sight of awesome Hell’s Gate, where 200 million gallons of water push their way through the narrow gorge. This afternoon you travel through the lush Fraser Valley before arriving in Vancouver, a city surrounded by mountains and ocean. Vancouver’s laid back personality is just the kind of last stop you need after your train trip across Canada.
Day 9 - With Fond Memories Made – Depart Vancouver
Much too soon, you leave the clean air and colourful sights of Canada behind as your Canadian train trip comes to an end.
Eastbound is the same, but reversed. See below for details.
Day 1 – Your Across Canada Train Vacation Begins – Toronto
It’s hard not to be immediately captured by the exciting sounds of Canada’s largest city. Friends hurry along the sidewalk, heading to one of Toronto’s grand sports stadiums. Young girls zip in and out of the latest designer stores while cab drivers battle for space on the busy street. As you approach your hotel the smell of Indian, Italian and Chinese cuisine fights for your senses. Multicultural, modern, and invigorating, Toronto beckons!
Days 2, 3 and 4 – Across Canada Train Journey to the West – onboard the Canadian train
The Canadian awaits your arrival this morning at the Toronto train station. Suddenly the magic of your rail trip sinks in. You are shown to your cozy cabin complete with a large picture window and seats that become a comfortable nighttime bed. A panoramic dome car – where you can relax, unwind, and take in all the sights – is steps from your cabin. Tasty meals are served in an elegant yet casual dining car and chatting over a drink with fellow travelers keeps you engaged into the night. Climb into your warm bed and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks - if only every vacation was so relaxing. After three peaceful nights on the Canadian train, you spot the snow covered peaks of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 5 - Enter Canada’s Rocky Mountains – Arrive in Jasper
Step off the Canadian train and take a deep breath – the crisp mountain air is revitalizing after your long journey. You are completely surrounded by mountains and trees. Jasper is pure pristine wilderness. The quiet is relaxing and you are at ease as you make your way to your charming hotel.
Day 6 - Across Canada Train Trip Continues - Jasper National Park
Explore the magnificent Maligne Valley and discover striking natural beauty, abundant wildlife and a genuine geological mystery. While searching for osprey, bald eagles, big horn sheep, elk, deer and bears, you’ll visit the longest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, view a spectacular 50-metre gorge created by 10,000 years of erosion and travel to “disappearing” Medicine Lake, the source of what is believed to be the largest underground river system in Canada. This tour delivers you to the heart of an unspoiled natural playground.
Day 7 - Canadian Train Trip - On the Rocky Mountaineer – Jasper to Kamloops
The train’s whistle breaks the morning silence and the smell of fresh fruit and orange juice wafts through your car as the Rocky Mountaineer pulls out of the train station in Jasper and you continue across Canada. Step onto the outdoor viewing platform for unobstructed views, cool breezes, and if you’re lucky a light misting off Pyramid Falls. Early in the evening, after a day of good food, great company, and awe-inspiring scenery, the Rocky Mountaineer arrives in Kamloops. Enjoy the warm weather and friendly atmosphere of an Okanagan Valley favourite before bedding down for a good night’s rest.
Day 8 – Continue Across Canada by Train – Kamloops to Vancouver
This morning, return to your home on rails – the Rocky Mountaineer. Travel through the mighty Thompson Canyon before catching sight of awesome Hell’s Gate, where 200 million gallons of water push their way through the narrow gorge. This afternoon you travel through the lush Fraser Valley before arriving in Vancouver, a city surrounded by mountains and ocean. Vancouver’s laid back personality is just the kind of last stop you need after your train trip across Canada.
Day 9 - With Fond Memories Made – Depart Vancouver
Much too soon, you leave the clean air and colourful sights of Canada behind as your Canadian train trip comes to an end.
Options & Upgrades
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
- Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service onboard the Rocky Mountaineer - Dome windows optimize your view of the scenery, freshly prepared gourmet food and an outdoor viewing platform providing wonderful photographic opportunities make this option a must.
- Extra nights in Vancouver, the Rockies or Toronto as well as day-trips and tours make great additions to this trip
- Kamloops Entertainment:
- Two River Junction Dinner & Musical Revue: A humourous take on Canadian Rail history
- The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show: See the amazing feats of talented woodsmen
Accommodation
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
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HIGHLIGHTS
- See Canada's world famous towns & cities: Toronto, Jasper, Kamloops, and Vancouver
- 2 days on Rocky Mountaineer
- 2 nights on VIA Rail
- Albreda Glacier
- Mt Robson (highest peak in the Rockies)
- Hell’s Gate
- Choice of great hotels
Testimonials
It was the most memorable trip! Everything was planned, prepared and handled so well by Katherine and we really appreciate that. Again, thank you so very very much for making this a truly grand experience!
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2009 Package Start Dates
Starting in Toronto
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
May 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Jun 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29
Jul 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29,31
Aug 3,5,7,10,12,14,19,21,24,26,28,31
Sep 2,4,7,9,11,14,16,18,21,23,25,28,30
Oct 2,5,7,9
Starting in Vancouver
Saturdays only
May 9,16,23,30
Jun 6,13,20,27
Jul 4,11,18,25
Aug 1,8,15,22,29
Sep 5,12,19,26
Oct 3,10
Price Notes
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple and Child rates are available
Includes
• 2 days Rocky Mountaineer - Standard and Superior include Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf service whilst Deluxe features Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• 3 nights bedroom accommodation onboard VIA Rail Canada
• All meals onboard VIA Rail, breakfast and lunch each day onboard Rocky Mountaineer
• Jasper Wildlife tour
• Documentation package
Not Included
• Rocky Mountaineer fuel surcharge $30 pp
• Airport transfers
• Rail Station transfers in Toronto, Jasper, and Vancouver
• Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• Baggage handling and gratuities
• National Park Pass
• GST
Note : USD $1925 Per person price listed above applies to Standard category Apr 27 – May 16, 2009
Starting in Toronto
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
May 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Jun 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29
Jul 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29,31
Aug 3,5,7,10,12,14,19,21,24,26,28,31
Sep 2,4,7,9,11,14,16,18,21,23,25,28,30
Oct 2,5,7,9
Starting in Vancouver
Saturdays only
May 9,16,23,30
Jun 6,13,20,27
Jul 4,11,18,25
Aug 1,8,15,22,29
Sep 5,12,19,26
Oct 3,10
| Standard Hotels & RedLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | GoldLeaf Upgrade | |||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | USD$ | CAD$ | |
| Apr 27 2009 - May 26 2009 | 1,942 | 2,425 | 2,194 | 2,740 | 549 | 620 |
| May 27 2009 - Sep 24 2009 | 2,963 | 3,573 | 3,349 | 4,037 | 779 | 880 |
| Sep 25 2009 - Oct 12 2009 | 2,891 | 3,429 | 3,267 | 3,874 | 779 | 880 |
| Superior Hotels & RedLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | GoldLeaf Upgrade | |||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | USD$ | CAD$ | |
| Apr 27 2009 - May 16 2009 | 2,377 | 3,054 | 2,686 | 3,451 | 549 | 620 |
| May 17 2009 - Sep 24 2009 | 3,279 | 4,204 | 3,706 | 4,750 | 779 | 880 |
| Sep 25 2009 - Oct 12 2009 | 3,011 | 3,599 | 3,402 | 4,067 | 779 | 880 |
| Deluxe Hotels & GoldLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Apr 27 2009 - May 16 2009 | 3,485 | 4,383 | 3,939 | 4,953 |
| May 17 2009 - Sep 24 2009 | 3,584 | 5,534 | 4,960 | 6,253 |
| Sep 25 2009 - Oct 12 2009 | 3,584 | 4,396 | 4,050 | 4,967 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple and Child rates are available
Includes
• 2 days Rocky Mountaineer - Standard and Superior include Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf service whilst Deluxe features Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• 3 nights bedroom accommodation onboard VIA Rail Canada
• All meals onboard VIA Rail, breakfast and lunch each day onboard Rocky Mountaineer
• Jasper Wildlife tour
• Documentation package
Not Included
• Rocky Mountaineer fuel surcharge $30 pp
• Airport transfers
• Rail Station transfers in Toronto, Jasper, and Vancouver
• Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• Baggage handling and gratuities
• National Park Pass
• GST
Note : USD $1925 Per person price listed above applies to Standard category Apr 27 – May 16, 2009
