A terrific taste of Canada by both motorcoach and rail is yours when you select this vacation of adventure and relaxation. Start with an exploration of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper, three of the Rockies' best-known vacation spots. Then recline on VIA Rail's 'Canadian' as you roll cross-country to Toronto. Want extra nights in Toronto? No problem - just ask us!

• 8 nights accommodation
• VIA Rail's 'The Canadian' Silver & Blue class (7 meals onboard)
• Luxury Motorcoach with driver/guide
• 'Discover Jasper & Maligne Lake' Excursion (seasonal*)
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Ice Explorer Ride Admission
• Mountain Lakes & Waterfalls Excursion from Banff with lunch (seasonal*)
• 'Discover Banff' Excursion
• Cave and Basin Historic Site Admission
• Banff Gondola Ride Admission
• Icefield Photograph
• Jasper train station transfers
• Hotel luggage handling, National Park fees and gratuities on included meals

Day 1 Arriving in Banff
Depart Calgary on any of the scheduled luxury express services from Calgary International Airport or downtown Calgary to Banff.
Overnight Banff.

Day 2 Sightseeing in Banff
This morning your half day 'Discover Banff' tour will explore the surrounding area. Included is a visit to the Cave & Basin National Historic Site and the Banff Gondola (both admissions included). Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Overnight Banff.

Day 3 Visiting Lake Louise and the Yoho Valley
Tour through two National Parks. Included are Johnston Canyon, Moraine Lake, Yoho National Park, Takakkaw Falls and Emerald Lake (seasonal*). In between, stop in Lake Louise for a lunch (included) at the Lake Louise Inn.
Overnight Lake Louise.

Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper
A full day tour on the Icefields Parkway to Jasper. Ride an Ice Explorer at the Columbia Icefield onto the Athabasca Glacier. On the way you will see Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Crowfoot Glacier and many other beautiful sights.
Overnight Jasper.

Day 5 Exploring Jasper
This morning tour the Jasper area and surroundings including Medicine Lake and Maligne Canyon. You will then continue on to Maligne Lake where you will board a tour boat for a 90 minute cruise to Spirit Island (seasonal*).

Day 6 & 7 VIA Rail's 'Canadian' to Toronto
Today you will board VIA Rail's 'Canadian' train to Toronto with lunch and dinner included. Journey through the Great Central Plains to Winnipeg and on to rugged Northern Ontario. All onboard meals are included.
Overnight aboard VIA Rail

Day 8 Arriving in Toronto
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are once again included onboard the train today. After an evening arrival in Toronto's Union Station, transfer on your own to your selected hotel.
Overnight in Toronto

Day 9 Departing Toronto
Checking out of your hotel this morning completes your Taste of Canada vacation.

THIS VACATION IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM TORONTO:

*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
	Banff - Mount Royal Hotel 136 rooms, whirlpool, shopping & dining. Located in the heart of Banff. Run of House Room
	Lake Louise - The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 550 rooms, shopping, dining & outdoor activities. Located on the shore of Lake Louise. Fairmont Mountainside
	Jasper - Lobstick Lodge 139 rooms. Relaxed, friendly, family oriented atmosphere. Swimming pool, hot tubs, restaurant and lounge. Standard Room
	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.
Deluxe
	The Fairmont Banff Springs 770 elegant rooms and suites. A world-renowned castle property with top-notch service & amenities. Fairmont Room
	The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 550 rooms, shopping, dining & outdoor activites. Located on the shore of Lake Louise. Fairmont Lakeside 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
	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 Royal York Toronto 1365 rooms and suites. Close to theatres, shopping, entertainment, city attractions and across from the VIA Rail Station.

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

May 2 - May 16	Twin	Single
Moderate	$2,098	$2,736
Deluxe	$2,985	$4,195
May 19 - June 25	Twin	Single
Moderate	$3,163	$4,203
Deluxe	$4,510	$6,411
Jun 27 - Oct 3	Twin	Single
Moderate	$3,176	$4,229
Deluxe	$4,574	$6,539
Oct 6 - 10	Twin	Single
Moderate	$2,645	$3,250
Deluxe	$3,604	$4,691