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15-Day Canadian VIA Rail Train Odyssey Tour - Toronto In, Vancouver Out Tour Code: 226-1570

From USD$3228  
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Toronto, Canada
English
15 14
Visit Toronto, Niagara Falls Canada, Vancouver, Victoria, Banff National Park, Glacier National Park, BC, Jasper National Park, Yoho National Park.
  • 3-day CANADIAN VIA Rail train travel from Toronto to Jasper with sightseeing along the way
  • Visit Niagara Falls, ON, where we will ride the Maid of the Mist
  • Visit Jasper, Banff, Yoho and Glacier National Parks
  • Enough time to explore Victoria and Vancouver
Price (/person)
    Single $0
    Double $3228
    3rd Person
    Adult $2730
    Child
    (Age 8-17)
    $2905.20

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  • Price: All Prices are in USD. Prices are per person based upon shared twin room occupancy. All prices are based on current exchange rates and are subject to change without notice.
  • Child Rate: Young travelers aged 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the land price. We regret that we are unable to accept children less than 8 years old on these types of vacations.
  • No more than 3 passengers allowed in room 1.
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Day 1: Toronto

Today we will gather in Toronto. Tour director will be on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Standard Hotel: CHELSEA HOTEL, TORONTO

Day 2: Toronto - Niagara Falls - Toronto (256 km)

In the morning, we will leave Toronto, drive along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, ON, where we will ride the Maid of the Mist. After, we will return to Toronto to visit City Hall, Roger's Center and CN Tower. Afterwards, spend the evening exploring the city sights on your own or join the optional outing that combines dinner with the spectacular sight of Toronto's lights from the CN Tower.
  • Niagara Falls Canada, ON

    Niagara Falls Canada, ON
    Known and loved for both their power and their beauty, the Niagara Falls offer an experience unlike any other. More water tumbles down from the Niagara River every minute than any other place in the world.

    Niagara Falls Boat Ride

    Water rushes all around as you “soak” in the excitement and explore the roar of the Falls. This boat ride is a half hour thrill of a lifetime!

    Niagara Falls Helicopter Tour

    Niagara Falls Helicopter Tour
    Soar high above the beautiful Niagara Falls and gorge in an exciting helicopter ride for a view like no other of these natural wonders.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $118

  • Toronto, ON

    Toronto, ON
    Perched on the shores of beautiful Lake Ontario, this historic city combines modern innovation with traditional Canadian culture and style.

    Toronto City Hall

    Toronto City Hall
    This unique building complex is one of the most famous in Toronto, and also the home of the city's municipal government.

    Rogers Centre

    Rogers Center, home of the Toronto Blue Jays, is a stadium in Toronto, Ontario next to the famous CN Tower on the shores of the Great Lake Ontario. It originally opened in 1989 as the "Sky Dome."

    CN Tower

    CN Tower
    Most recognizable landmark and the tallest building in Canada. Enjoy panoramic views through glass floor observation decks and see why this structure was recently nominated one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.

    Duration: 30 Minutes to 1 Hour

Standard Hotel: CHELSEA HOTEL, TORONTO

Day 3: Train

This morning, we will transfer to Union Station for a departure on the CANADIAN VIA Rail's premier transcontinental train. Guests can try the observation dome for unparalleled views or enjoy quiet conversation in one of the comfortable lounges.
Standard Hotel: Sleeper Plus class rail cars
Lunch: Included (Brunch)|Dinner: Included (Brunch)

Day 4: Train

Today, we will watch the scenery as whisking by the ever changing Canadian landscape and travel the full length of the Canadian National Railway's breathtaking mainline.
Standard Hotel: On train
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Included (Brunch)|Dinner: Included

Day 5: Train

The Canadian will glide through Winnipeg, before continuing the journey through Manitoba's prairies and into Saskatchewan.
Standard Hotel: on train
Breakfast: Included (Continental Breakfast)|Lunch: Included (Brunch)|Dinner: Included

Day 6: Jasper National Park

Today we will arrive in Jasper this morning and enjoy an orientation tour of the townsite. The remainder of your day will be free to enjoy the ambiance of this delightful mountain setting.
  • Jasper National Park, AB

    Jasper National Park, AB
    Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
Standard Hotel: MARMOT LODGE/CHATEAU JASPER/LOBSTICK LODGE/SAWRIDGE HOTEL

Day 7: Jasper National Park

Guests can choose an optional trip to Maligne Lake for a narrated cruise to much-photographed Spirit Island. On the return journey, we will stop to view Maligne Canyon. With free time this afternoon, maybe hike on the trails and watch for wildlife, or stroll the streets of Jasper. Perhaps an optional float trip on the Athabasca River to end the day?
Standard Hotel: MARMOT LODGE/CHATEAU JASPER/LOBSTICK LODGE/SAWRIDGE HOTEL

Day 8: Jasper National Park - Banff National Park (206 km)

We will board motorcoach this morning and journey through Jasper National Park, stopping along the way at the Columbia Icefield to experience the Ice Explorer. Continue down Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise. Later we will arrive in Banff National Park for a leisurely night stay.
  • Jasper National Park, AB

    Jasper National Park, AB
    Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.

    Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure

    Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure
    Ride the Ice Explorer, a large vehicle specially-designed to enable mobility over the incredible Columbia Icefield to the Athabasca Glacier.
  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Columbia Icefield

    Columbia Icefield
    The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier.

    Lake Louise

    Lake Louise
    Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.
Standard Hotel: IRWIN'S MOUNTAIN INN/BANFF HIGH COUNTRY INN/RUNDLESTONE LODGE/INNS OF BANFF

Day 9: Banff National Park

This morning, guests can choose an optional helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies. The day willl be free to independently explore this resort town located within Banff National Park. Stroll Banff Avenue, the main thoroughfare of boutiques and souvenir shops. The surrounding 2,564 square miles of parkland are home to wildlife including elk and grizzly bears. This evening your Tour Director will suggest an optional horse drawn wagon ride along scenic trails followed by a BBQ Steak dinner.
  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Standard Hotel: IRWIN'S MOUNTAIN INN/BANFF HIGH COUNTRY INN/RUNDLESTONE LODGE/INNS OF BANFF

Day 10: Banff National Park - Yoho National Park - Glacier National Park - Kamloops (321 km)

Today we will leave Banff National Park and travel over Kicking Horse Pass on the Continental Divide. We will travel through Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park. Later we will arrive in Kamloops, BC.
  • Yoho National Park, AB

    Yoho National Park, AB
    These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.
  • Glacier National Park, BC, BC

    Glacier National Park, BC, BC
    A portion of the Columbia Mountains Natural Region, in the interior wet belt of British Columbia. The steep, rugged mountains, warm, moist climate and wide variety of plant and animal life are typical of this natural region.
Standard Hotel: QUALITY INN KAMLOOPS

Day 11: Kamloops - Victoria (332 km)

In the morning, we will head to the western shores of British Columbia, where we will catch a ferry to Victoria, BC. Here, we will take a tour of Victoria, including Butchart Gardens, the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square and Thunderbird Park. This evening, you can consider strolling along the Waterfront Promenade.
  • Victoria, BC

    Victoria, BC
    This city on Vancouver Island in the central Pacific Ocean is the capital of British Columbia. It is home to many popular attractions, such as Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and more.

    Butchart Gardens

    These world-famous floral gardens are located on a 55-acre estate on Vancouver Island's southeastern point in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. People from around the world have been coming to see the gardens for more than 100 years.

    Victoria Harbour

    This seaport in the city of Victoria is the local cruise ship and tourist entry and exit point for the city, covering 620 acres of water. It separates downtown from the Victoria West neighborhood.

    Thunderbird Park

    This historic and cultural park in the heart of Victoria is decorated with an assortment of authentic totem poles carved by several different First Nations peoples. The park is also home to historic buildings from the mid-1800s.
Standard Hotel: ROYAL SCOT HOTEL & SUITES

Day 12: Victoria

Be sure to discover some of the attractions this splendid city has to offer, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, Afternoon Tea at the Empress Hotel, a whale-watching cruise on the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and fine shopping along Government Street.
Standard Hotel: ROYAL SCOT HOTEL & SUITES

Day 13: Victoria - Vancouver (114 km)

This morning, we will set sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the spectacular Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its climate. In Vancouver, city sightseeing will include Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, and many other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day will be free to explore Robson Street and experience British Columbia's premier shopping and entertainment location.
  • Vancouver, BC

    Vancouver, BC
    This city in British Columbia is the most populated metro area in western Canada. This historic city grew from an 1867 settlement called "Gastown." Visitors can take a boat ride to nearby Victoria on Vancouver Island.

    Stanley Park

    One of Vancouver's main tourist attractions and beloved by visitors and locals alike, this massive park on the western coast of Canada is not to be missed. Stanley Park was the first park in Vancouver, and remains the largest.

    Gastown

    Named for seaman "Gassy" Jack Deighton, this historic district in Vancouver has a colorful history that culminates in its function today as a hub for technology and popular shopping and dining locale for tourists and locals alike.

    Chinatown

    The Chinatown in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Canada's west coast, is the largest Chinatown in Canada. It is also a National Historic Site, and its many historical locations, shops, and eateries make it a popular destination for tourists.

    Robson Street

    Robson Street in downtown Vancouver offers some of the city's finest upscale shopping centers and restaurants, stretching across town from the West End through the main downtown area. The street is also popular for cruising motorists.
Standard Hotel: SUNSET DINNER CRUISE/WHISTLER DAY TRIP

Day 14: Vancouver

Today guests may spend the entire day exploring Vancouver on their own.
Standard Hotel: SANDMAN SUITES ON DAVIE/SANDMAN HOTEL DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER CITY CENTER

Day 15: Vancouver

Today we will conclude our tour. Free transfer to the Vancouver International Airport is available.

Price Includes

  • Meals: 2 continental breakfast, 3 brunches, 3 dinners
  • 14 nights hotel accommodation
  • All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour guide (Level 2: semi-guided tour)
  • All taxes and fees included

Price Excludes

Destination Adult Child
Banff National Park
Helicopter Tour (Optional) $119 /
Horses, Bow River and A Cowboy Cookout (Optional) $127 $127
Jasper National Park
Jasper Athabasca River Rafting (Optional) $57 $57
Magical Mystical Malign Canyon Walk (Optional) $57 $57
Maligne Valley, Canyon & Lake Tour (Optional) $30 $30
Niagara Falls Canada
Niagara Falls Helicopter Tour (Optional) $118 /
Toronto, ON
CN Tower Dinner (Optional) $98 $98
Vancouver, BC
Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge (Optional) $136 $136
Sunset Dinner Cruise (Optional) $89 $89
Whistler Day Trip (Optional) $113 $113
Victoria, BC
Marine and Wildlife Whale Watching (Optional) $99 $99
Victoria Panorama (Optional) $95 $95
Zipline Adventure (Optional) $86 $86
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Toronto Arrival Transfer - Lester B. Pearson Intl Airport 1:00 AM - 11:59 PM: $30.00 per person
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