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Taste of Canada from Toronto

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This is truly a moveable feast! Travel Canada by luxury rail and motorcoach when you select this vacation of adventure and relaxation. Start with an exploration of Toronto, then recline on VIA Rail's 'Canadian' as the train rolls cross-country to the Canadian Rockies. You'll visit Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise, three of the Rockies' best-known vacation spots. Sip and sample the best of Canada!

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • VIA Rail's 'Silver & Blue' service (7 meals onboard)
  • Luxury Motorcoach with driver/guide
  • 'Discover Jasper & Maligne Lake' (seasonal*)
  • Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
  • Mountain Lakes & Waterfalls Excursion from Lake Louise (seasonal*)
  • 'Discover Banff' Excursion
  • Cave and Basin Historic Site Admission
  • Banff Gondola
  • Icefield Photograph
  • Jasper train station transfers
  • Banff to Calgary transfer
  • National Park fees
  • Hotel luggage handling
  • Gratuities on included meals
Day 1 Arriving in Toronto
Your vacation begins this evening at your selected hotel. The night is yours to enjoy the trendy shops and dining, all in close proximity to your accommodation.
Overnight Toronto.

Day 2 & 3 VIA Rail's 'Canadian' from Toronto to Jasper
Transfer on your own to Union Station and depart Toronto this morning on VIA Rail's 'Silver & Blue' class (meals included). Access to the dining car, lounge car, games car, and sightseeing dome car are available to you throughout your train journey. Travel through the rugged forests and rocky plains of Northern Ontario to Winnipeg and the central Manitoba prairies. (Meals included onboard).
Overnight aboard VIA Rail.

Day 4 Arriving in Jasper
Today you will complete the final leg of your vacation to Jasper, by traveling through Edmonton towards the majestic Rocky Mountains. (Breakfast and lunch included). Arrive in Jasper in the late afternoon and transfer (included) to your hotel.
Overnight Jasper.

Day 5 Exploring Jasper
This morning you will take a Discover Jasper excursion including scenic and historic highlights such as Medicine Lake and Maligne Canyon. Continue on to Maligne Lake for a 90 minute boat tour (seasonal*) including a photo opportunity of the ideal postcard setting surrounding Spirit Island.
Overnight Jasper.

Day 6 Jasper to Lake Louise Sightseeing
A full day excursion to Lake Louise along the famous Icefields Parkway includes an Ice Explorer ride at the Columbia Icefield.
Overnight Lake Louise.

Day 7 Explore Lake Louise and Banff
The morning is yours to stroll the lakeshore trails of Lake Louise or hike up to the Lake Agnes Tea House. In the afternoon tour to Emerald Lake, the Yoho Valley and the Kicking Horse Pass (seasonal*) en route to Banff.
Overnight Banff.

Day 8 Discovering Banff
Take the morning 'Discover Banff' excursion including a visit to the Cave & Basin National Historic Site. Your final stop will be at the Banff Gondola for a ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. The afternoon is yours to relax and explore the many unique shops and restaurants of Banff.
Overnight Banff.

Day 9 Departing Calgary
A morning or afternoon transfer to Calgary International Airport or Calgary city centre completes your Taste of Canada vacation.
Overnight Lac Le Jeune.

This vacation is available in reverse, starting from Calgary.

*When day tours or attractions are not operational in the off-season, the price will be adjusted or there will an alternative excursion/attraction made available.
Moderate Accommodations

Moderate

Courtyard By Marriott Toronto Courtyard By Marriott Downtown Toronto
575 rooms, dining, indoor pool, gym. Downtown location.
Berth at Night VIA Rail - Upper and Lower Berth
By day, the two berths transform into two double seats that face each other. By night, the double seats give way to two cosy, comfortable beds, each equipped with a reinforced privacy curtain.
Lobstick Lodge Jasper - Lobstick Lodge
139 rooms. Relaxed, friendly, family oriented atmosphere. Swimming pool, hot tubs, restaurant and lounge.
Standard Room
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lake View The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
550 rooms, shopping, dining & outdoor activites. Located on the shore of Lake Louise.
Fairmont Lakeside Room
Mount Royal Hotel in Banff Banff - Mount Royal Hotel
136 rooms, whirlpool, shopping & dining. Located in the heart of Banff.
Run of House Room
Pacific Palisades Hotel Pacific Palisades Vancouver
233 rooms, spa services, health club. Central location with dining, shopping and sightseeing.
Deluxe Accommodations

Deluxe

The Fairmont Royal York Toronto The Fairmont Royal York Toronto
1365 rooms and suites. Close to theatres, shopping, entertainment, city attractions and across from the VIA Rail Station.
Bedroom at Night VIA Rail - Double Bedroom
The double bedroom provides an entirely private, onboard haven of peace and quiet. Each bedroom features two armchairs, a small closet, fan, electrical outlet, private washroom, sink and mirror.
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
446 rooms. Main lodge, log cabins and cedar chalets on the shore of Lac Beauvert. Golf course, stables, swimming pool, restaurants and games room.
Deluxe Room
Fairmont Lake Louise Lake Louise - The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
550 rooms, shopping, dining & outdoor activities. Located on the shore of Lake Louise.
Fairmont Mountainside
The Fairmont Banff Springs The Fairmont Banff Springs
770 elegant rooms and suites. A world-renowned castle property with top-notch service & amenities.
Fairmont Room
The Fairmont Vancouver The Fairmont Vancouver
508 rooms with sophisticated grace, charm, style and flair. Located in a prime downtown location. Deluxe Room
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