See Canada the same way that passengers have been seeing it for over a hundred years - by train! VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ allows you to experience the prairies, mountains, and wilderness areas from the comfort of your rail car with fine dining and modern onboard services. This independent vacation is designed for anyone who loves to travel by train.

• Visit Vancouver, Jasper and Toronto
• Hotel accommodation including provincial taxes for 5 nights
• Sleeping accommodation onboard VIA Rail for 3 nights
• Taxi transfer to the Vancouver train station
• Sightseeing excursion of Jasper
• Transfers between Jasper train station and Jasper hotel
• VIA Rail’s “Canadian” Silver & Blue Class from Vancouver to Toronto
• 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners onboard VIA Rail
• Luggage handling at hotels
• National Park fees

Day 1 - Vancouver
Upon arrival into Vancouver, transfer independently to your downtown hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore.
Overnight in Vancouver

Day 2 - Vancouver / VIA Rail to Jasper
Your day is free to explore the city of Vancouver. You may wish to visit the local attractions such as the Vancouver Aquarium, The Lookout Tower, the Vancouver Art Gallery or the walk along the sea wall. This afternoon, transfer by taxi (included) to the Pacific Central Station and board VIA Rail’s “Canadian” to Jasper. This experience, with its award-winning service, is luxury on rail. Points of interest include Hell’s Gate (gorge), Suicide Rapids in the North Thompson Canyon, and the Cisco Tunnels above the Fraser River. Dinner is included onboard the train this evening.
Overnight onboard VIA Rail

Day 3 - VIA Rail to Jasper (arrival)
Today, travel between the Monashee and Cariboo mountain ranges before ending the train journey in the resort town of Jasper. A full breakfast is included onboard the train today. Upon arrival at the Jasper train station, a Brewster motor coach or taxi will transfer you to your hotel (transfer included).
Overnight in Jasper

Day 4 - Jasper
Experience Jasper National Park through the travels of the early explorers and view the unspoiled grandeur! This morning excursion will begin along the mighty Athabasca Canadian Heritage River, learning about David Thompson and the valley ecosystem. Travel above Maligne Canyon, with its narrow gorge and limestone walls created by 10,000 years of water flow. Visit a place of mystery and Indian legend en-route to Medicine Lake, where sometimes it actually disappears! On the adventure to Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies and one of the most photographed sites in the world, you are sure to see a variety of mountain wildlife.
Overnight in Jasper

Day 5 - Jasper / VIA Rail to Toronto
Late this morning, transfer to the Jasper train station (transfer included) to board VIA Rail’s “Canadian”. This afternoon, leave the peaceful mountain town of Jasper. Your destination is Toronto, the economic center of Canada. Dinner is included this evening onboard the train.
Overnight onboard VIA Rail

Day 6 - VIA Rail to Toronto continued
Today, continue traveling across the Great Central Plains of Canada, through Winnipeg to rugged Northern Ontario. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included onboard the train today.
Overnight onboard VIA Rail

Day 7 - VIA Rail to Toronto arrival
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are once again included onboard the train. This evening, arrive in Toronto, Canada’s most cosmopolitan city. It is a city of contrasts; the soaring glass and concrete towers of the financial heart of the country and the parks, gardens and lakefront boardwalks of a host of communities. It is a cultural storehouse with great museums and galleries. Toronto is also a shopper’s paradise, from the chic boutiques of Yorkville or the lofty glass palace of the Eaton Centre to the fruit and vegetable stalls of the St. Lawrence Market. Transfer via taxi to your selected hotel (transfer not included).
Overnight in Toronto

Day 8 - Toronto to Niagara Falls to Toronto
Join a sightseeing excursion to Niagara Falls including stops at the Minolta Tower, floral clock, as well as a boat cruise on Maid of the Mist, and a buffet lunch at the Sheraton Fallsview Dining Room. Conclude your busy day with a return transfer to Toronto.
Overnight in Toronto

Day 9 - Toronto
A check out from your hotel ends your package.

Moderate
	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.
	Pacific Palisades Vancouver 233 rooms, spa services, health club. Central location with dining, shopping and sightseeing.
	Jasper - Lobstick Lodge 139 rooms. Relaxed, friendly, family oriented atmosphere. Swimming pool, hot tubs, restaurant and lounge. Standard Room
	Courtyard By Marriott Downtown Toronto 575 rooms, dining, indoor pool, gym. Downtown location.
Deluxe
	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 Vancouver 508 rooms with sophisticated grace, charm, style and flair. Located in a prime downtown location. Deluxe Room
	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
	The Fairmont Royal York Toronto 1365 rooms and suites. Close to theatres, shopping, entertainment, city attractions and across from the VIA Rail Station.

Choose any Thursday or Saturday between the following date ranges as your vacation start date.

May 1 – May 17	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$2,344	$2,838	$1,360
Deluxe	$2,626	$3,370	$1,360
May 22 – Jun 28	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,611	$4,261	$2,192
Deluxe	$4,161	$5,327	$2,192
Jul 3 – Aug 30	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,611	$4,261	$2,192
Deluxe	$4,002	$5,009	$2,192
Sep 4 – Sep 13	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,847	$4,498	$2,369
Deluxe	$4,421	$5,611	$2,369
Sep 18 – Oct 4	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,847	$4,498	$2,369
Deluxe	$4,239	$5,246	$2,369
Oct 9 – Oct 11	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,586	$4,081	$2,291
Deluxe	$3,825	$4,081	$2,291

Deluxe: An outstanding property offering high standards of accommodations and facilities. It is important to note though, that Deluxe accommodation refers only to the Hotel Class and not to the room category included in the package price. Some Deluxe hotels are heritage properties that possess historical elegance, but may not reflect current North American deluxe hotel standards. Room upgrades may be available at an additional cost.

Moderate: A property that offers limited hotel facilities and North American standard room features such as a television, telephone, one or two beds, private washroom with shower and/or bathtub (unless otherwise noted). Rooms may be smaller than Deluxe hotel rooms and the public areas may be also be smaller and simpler. Usually suitable for the cost-conscious traveller.

Above dates are for Vancouver Departures (Toronto Dates Differ Slightly)