This is it!! The tour that shows Canada, Coast to Coast.

Travel from the Pacific to the Atlantic Coast with two train services - VIA Rail & Rocky Mountaineer - with a luxury motorcoach excursion through the Canadian Rockies' mountains, emerald lakes and forests. On this comprehensive vacation you will experience the different faces of Canada: prairies, oldest and largest cities, the lush Niagara region, and the Maritime provinces with many meals and day tours.

DAY 1 Vancouver
Upon arrival into Vancouver, tranfser on your own to your hotel.

DAY 2 'Rocky Mountaineer' to Kamloops
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.

DAY 3 Banff
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.

DAY 4 Banff
In the morning your 'Discover Banff' excursion 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.

DAY 5 Lake Louise
Depart this morning on your tour that takes you past Vermilion Lakes to Johnston Canyon and on to Lake Louise (seasonal*) along the scenic 1A Highway.

DAY 6 & 7 Jasper
Your full day excursion takes you along the scenic Icefields Parkway, stopping at the Columbia Icefield. Enjoy an "Ice Explorer" ride (included) on the Athabasca Glacier. Continue on to Jasper for a two night stay. The next day, in the morning you will see the beauty of Jasper and its surrounding rugged peaks. Your three hour excursion includes Medicine and Maligne Lakes and Maligne Canyon.

DAY 8 & 9 VIA Rail's 'Canadian' to Toronto
Your morning is at leisure. This afternoon board VIA Rail's Silver & Blue class eastbound to Toronto. Meals onboard the train are included. Travel through the Central Plains of Canada to Winnipeg and then continue on to scenic Northern Ontario.

DAY 10, 11 & 12 Toronto
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 hotel located in cosmopolitan downtown Toronto. On Day 11, tour vibrant 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. On Day 12, you'll join a full day excursion to famous Niagara Falls (including lunch, seasonal*) highlights this day. This tour also takes in the beautiful and historic region of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

DAY 13 Ottawa
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.

DAY 14 Ottawa
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).

DAY 15 Montreal
Transfer on your own back to the Ottawa train station. Depart for your journey to fabulous Montreal (includes a meal onboard). On arrival at Montreal's Central Station, you will transfer on your own to your selected hotel.

DAY 16 Montreal
Your discovery of Montreal, the world's second-largest French-speaking city, begins with a city tour including Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, Olympic Park and Mount Royal Park for a view of Montreal Harbour and the St. Lawrence River. The remainder of the day is yours to explore cafes and boutiques, or the extensive "underground" including shops and restaurants.

DAY 17 Quebec City
After your free morning, continue your rail trip with VIA Rail to the charms of Quebec City. You'll enjoy a meal on the train and upon arrival, transfer on your own to your hotel.

DAY 18 Quebec City
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 Quebec City. Spend the afternoon exploring Quebec's many art shops, galleries, boutiques, pastry shops and excellent restaurants.

DAY 19 & 20 VIA Rail's 'Ocean' to Halifax
Your day is at leisure, before your evening rail journey to Halifax. VIA Rail's 'Ocean' is the finest way to appreciate the splendid scenery of Canada's Maritime provinces. After a dreamy sleep, 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.

DAY 21
Check out of your Halifax hotel to conclude your Coast to Coast vacation.

Additional hotel nights can be arranged in Vancouver and Halifax to extend your stay.
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DOME CAR  /  PARK-LOUNGE CAR

Included:
20 nights accommodation, VIA Rail's 'Silver & Blue' class (11 meals onboard), 'Rocky Mountaineer' RedLeaf service (2 breakfasts and 2 lunches onboard), Luxury Motorcoach with driver/guide, Discover Jasper Excursion, Discover Banff Excursion, Cave and Basin Historic Site Admission, Banff Gondola, Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, Discover Lake Louise Excursion (seasonal*), Toronto Sightseeing Tour, Niagara Falls Sightseeing Tour with lunch, Maid of the Mist cruise (seasonal*) Ottawa City Tour, Montreal City Tour, Quebec City Tour, VIA Rail first class transfers between Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City, VIA "Ocean" rail transfer Quebec City to Halifax, Icefield photograph, hotel luggage handling, National Park fees, gratuities on included meals, and hotel transfers.

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