The Canadian Adventurer: Eastbound

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A Canadian adventure is calling your name! Packed with unforgettable natural excursions, must-see highlights, and endless landscapes, this tour combines two legendary trains that connect the Pacific Ocean and the Great Lakes. Travel through the Canadian Rockies in style aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, explore the national parks with four nights in Banff, Lake L...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    A Canadian adventure is calling your name! Packed with unforgettable natural excursions, must-see highlights, and endless landscapes, this tour combines two legendary trains that connect the Pacific Ocean and the Great Lakes. Travel through the Canadian Rockies in style aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, explore the national parks with four nights in Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper, then step into a golden past aboard VIA Rail’s iconic “The Canadian” train and glide across Prairies and lake country. Conclude your tour with metropolitan Toronto and thunderous Niagara Falls.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityVancouver
End CityToronto

Travel Themes

  • High Adventure
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Activities

  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Trains & Rail
  • Guided Group
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Adventure & Adrenaline

Trip includes

    • 8 nights hotel accommodation
    • 3 nights private bedroom accommodation on board "The Canadian" train in Sleeper Plus Class
    • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service
    • 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
    • *Complimentary Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour of Vancouver and/or Toronto provided when an
    • Additional night is added to your vacation package in either location
    • Banff Tour including Banff Gondola
    • Banff and Yoho National Park Tour from Banff to Lake Louise
    • Icefields Parkway Tour including Ice Explorer
    • CN Tower admission
    • Full day Niagara Falls excursion with meal
    • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops & Banff
    • Gratuities/tip for Rocky Mountaineer train staff
    • Independent Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 - Vancouver Arrival

Arrive in Vancouver, known for its cultural and linguistic diversity. This city is very lively and home to a bustling arts scene so you will find that there is no shortage of things to do and places to explore. If your schedule permits, purchasing “Hop On Hop Off” bus...

Day 2 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Vancouver to Kamloops

Climb aboard the Rocky Mountaineer and raise your glass as the train heads northeast out of Vancouver. Your journey across Canada has officially begun! Travel alongside the mighty waters of the salmon-rich Fraser River and pass the powerful rapids of Hell’s Gate. Towards the end of today you’ll approach the drier grasslands of Kamloops, where you will be spending the night in your hotel room.

Day 3 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Kamloops to Banff

As you travel east towards the province of Alberta, you are greeted by the Canadian Rockies. Rocky lakeshores, snow-capped mountain peaks and crisp glacial streams accompany you as you dine on locally-sourced, gourmet meals. Learn about points of interest such as asto...

Day 4 - Banff Sightseeing Tour including Banff Gondola

Today you’ll be on a 5-hour guided tour through the towering Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay Mountains. Learn about the wind-shaped hoodoos and experience Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive. Take a gentle gondola ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for...

Day 5 - Banff to Lake Louise Sightseeing Tour - Mountains, Lakes and Waterfalls

Your motorcoach leaves in the morning and offers you a guided tour of the area between Banff and Lake Louise. Cross the Continental Divide, and pass through Yoho National Park offering scenic sights such as Takakkaw Falls, Kicking Horse Pass, Emerald Lake and the Natu...

Day 6 - Sightseeing Tour from Lake Louise to Jasper including Columbia Icefields Excursion

Today you’re riding along the most beautiful highway in Canada—the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include stops at Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, The Columbia Icefield and the powerful Athabasca Falls. While at the Athabasca Glacier, climb aboard the Ice Explo...

Day 7 - Board "The Canadian" Train in Jasper

Your trip of a lifetime continues as you board “The Canadian” train. The train offers a truly unique experience of Canada’s diverse scenery. All meals are included and can be enjoyed in the dining car. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to take in the scenery...

Day 8 - "The Canadian" Train through Saskatchewan and Manitoba

Your train continues on through the rolling prairies of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Swaying grasslands and fields of gold stretch out before you in every direction underneath a never ending sky. You’ll reach Winnipeg this evening before the train continues on eastwards towards the Halifax.

Day 9 - "The Canadian" Train through Ontario

The entire day is spent travelling across Canada’s second largest province, Ontario. Your route is north of the Great Lakes and the entire day can be spent watching the countryside pass by. Lakes and never ending forests are out your window throughout the day as you glide across our great country on the route the early settlers once took.

Day 10 - "The Canadian" Train Arrival in Toronto

Arrive in Toronto in the afternoon and the rest of the day is yours. Use your CN Tower admissions pass to view Canada’s capital city from above. You may choose to walk the glass floor or maybe enjoy a seasonal dinner in the rotating restaurant at the top. You will spend the night in your Toronto hotel room.

Day 11 - Niagara Falls Sightseeing Day Tour

Travel through wine country where Niagara Falls, one of the Seven Great Wonders of the World, is waiting for you! Board the Hornblower boat and feel the mist on your face as you cruise along the roaring base of Horseshoe Falls. You’ll also get the chance to experience...

Day 12 - Toronto Departure

With fond memories of Canada, this adventure ends in Toronto. If your schedule permits, purchasing “Hop On Hop Off” bus passes is a great way to see the city at your leisure. You may also add a second night in Toronto to your vacation package and receive complimentary...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $10,280
Price per day$857
Last Updated: 9/11/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Canada Rail Vacations.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Canada Rail Vacations exceeded our expectations and arranged the trip of a lifetime for three generations of my family to enjoy!

Canada Rail Vacations exceeded our expectations and arranged the trip of a lifetime for three generations of my family to enjoy! The entire vacation team was thoroug...

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Nice place . Passager train also run in Calgary as well. From Calgary to anywhere in Canada it will be better.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Rail station transfers in Jasper and Toronto
    • Transportation to/from Vancouver and Toronto airports
    • Meals other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, VIA Rail and Niagara Falls day trip
    • Gratuities/tip for hotel, VIA Rail and transfer staff
    • Canadian 5% sales tax

Accommodation

Cancellation policy

If you cancel a confirmed reservation, notification from you or your travel agent must be received in writing by e-mail to sales@canadarail.ca.

Cancellation Periods for Canada Rail Vacations Tour Packages & Rail-Only Bookings

(Including One-way Tours, Trans-Canada Tours, Circle Tours*, Luxury Rail Tours, Winter Rail Vacations, Rail and Drive Vacations and Self-Drive Options)

Number of days prior to departure - Payments due per person CAD$ - Cancellation penalty per person CAD$

  • 71+ Days - $1000 – $5000 per person *Deposit amount specified on invoice - 100% non-refundable deposit
  • 0-70 Days - 100% of outstanding balance due - 100% non-refundable

We reserve the right to pass on any additional costs charged by our suppliers. Cancellation fees may be subject to tax.

Changes to train departure dates (either rail only or as part of a package) within 70 days of the start of your trip constitute a full cancellation. Rescheduling to a different date will not be permitted. Changes to train departure dates (either rail only or as part of a package) 71+ days before the start of your trip will constitute a full cancellation and the loss of deposit. Rescheduling to a different date will be treated as a new booking.

Additional non-refundable deposits may be applied in excess of the amounts listed above to some vacation packages that include flights, cruises or additional rail days.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Canada Rail Vacations at the following web address: https://canadarail.ca/terms/.

 

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