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Across Canada by Train

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15 days From £3,645 per person
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2024 Tour code: CCI24

About the tour

Experience three different train journeys through Canada, as you ride the rails along routes flanked by breathtaking scenery. Beginning in Vancouver, you'll Take VIA Rail's Canadian train to Toronto, where you'll visit Niagara Falls, before boarding VIA Rail's Corridor Service to Montreal and Quebec, where you'll board VIA Rail's Ocean train for the last part of your journey, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Sit back and relax as you journey across Canada in comfort and style.

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Unforgettable Experiences

VIA Rail The Canadian
VIA Rail The Canadian
Travel through Canada on VIA Rail’s Canadian train.
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls
Experience the majesty of Niagara Falls.
Canadian Cities
Canadian Cities
Explore the Canadian cities of Vancouver, Montreal, Quebec, and Toronto.
VIA Rail Ocean Train
VIA Rail Ocean Train
Ride VIA Rail’s Ocean sleeper train.
Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia
Discover the beauty of Nova Scotia.

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Outbound Travel

Getting to Vancouver

Your epic adventure begins today when you take your flight from London to Vancouver.

Vancouver

Day 1 - Vancouver

Vancouver

On arrival in Vancouver, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Choose from our centrally located hotels. Once settled in your hotel you can explore the city a little on your own. Take a walk around the ocean pathways that skirt the city and give you a great view of the ocean. Visit Stanley Park or the aquarium, or go shopping over on Granville Island. Or, take it easy and enjoy lunch at one of the city's many quality restaurants and just watch local life go by.

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The Canadian

Day 2 – Vancouver & Via Rail’s The Canadian

The Canadian

Enjoy a morning of free time in Vancouver and get to know the city a little better. You can choose to take a food tour on Granville Island, where you'll discover Vancouver's food scene by tasting your way around different dishes. Or, choose our optional excursion - Vancouver's Flyover Canada. After lunch in one of the city's vibrant restaurants, you'll make your way to Vancouver's Pacific Central Station to meet VIA Rail's Canadian sleeper train. With your Sleeper Plus package you'll have access to the Skyline and Park Cars where you'll enjoy breathtaking views as you travel.

In the dining car you can enjoy something special from the three-course menu, plus there's a selection of local wines and beers available. Dinner is served onboard, after which you can get comfortable for your first night on the train in your private cabin.

Optional Excursions

Through the Rockies

Day 3 – The Canadian through the Rockies

Through the Rockies

Following your first breakfast onboard, head to the Skyline Car for panoramic views of the breathtaking scenery as you pass through the province of Alberta. Lunch is served in the dining car, and you can enjoy more incredible views as you travel on through the Canadian Rockies, and the vibrant city of Edmonton. Dinner is served in the dining car, after which you can get to know your fellow passengers better or relax in your private cabin for the night.

The Canadian Prairies

Day 4 – The Canadian Prairies

The Canadian Prairies

Enjoy your leisurely breakfast onboard this morning and enjoy the views as you pass through Saskatchewan and Manitoba on your way to Toronto. Known as 'the prairies', these western provinces are beautiful areas to travel through and provide many inspiring views. Enjoy lunch in the dining car and relax while you pass by Watrous, which is known for its hot springs; Melville, names after the president of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway Company; Portage la Prairie, an important stop of the fur trading route; and Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba. Dinner is served in the dining car, after which you can relax for the night.

The Canadian Shield

Day 5 – The Canadian Shield

The Canadian Shield

Take your time over your breakfast this morning and enjoy the scenery that rolls by your window. Today you'll pass by Longlac, on the northern point of Long Lake, that once was part of the historic canoe route for fur traders. Head to the Skyline Car for panoramic views in its observation dome, which gifts you 360 degree views. Lunch and dinner are served in the dining car, and you can relax in the Park Car, or curl up with a good book in your private cabin.

Toronto

Day 6 - Toronto

Toronto

Following breakfast and lunch onboard the train you'll arrive into Toronto Station in the afternoon. You'll make your own way to your hotel in the centre of town. Choose between our centrally located hotels. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you like. Discover the city's markets and try some of the tasty street food on offer, or simply stroll through the city soaking up the sights and sounds. Head to a museum or to the Art Gallery of Toronto, or relax with a coffee in one of the city's many cool cafes.

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Niagara Falls

Day 7 – Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls

This morning you'll set off on a full day excursion to Niagara Falls. You'll begin by travelling along the Niagara Parkway, along the Niagara Gorge, and to the pretty town of Niagara-on-the-lake. Next, you'll enjoy the famous Hornblower tour, an exciting boat ride that takes you to Horseshoe Falls. After this once-in-a-lifetime tour you'll travel back to Toronto. Alternatively, you can choose to take a helicopter tour of Toronto, or a private sight-seeing tour of the city.

The Corridor

Day 8 – The Corridor to Montreal

The Corridor

Enjoy a free morning this morning to do any lastminute shopping in Toronto, before you board VIA Rail's Corridor Service train to Montreal. Sit back and relax onboard the train as the dazzling landscapes drift by your window. On arrival in Montreal you'll make your own way to your hotel. Choose from our well-located hotels.

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Montreal

Day 9 - Montreal

Montreal

This morning you'll enjoy an included sightseeing tour of Montreal. On the tour you'll experience the Notre Dame Basilica, Old Montreal, the Olympic Complex, and Mount Royal where you'll climb to the top for incredible views over the city. Alternatively, you could choose a walking tour of Old Montreal, a private sightseeing tour of Montreal, or a Guided Cruise of Montreal.

This afternoon, you'll collect your luggage from your hotel and make your way to the train station to once again board VIA Rail's train to continue your journey on to Quebec. On arrival in Quebec, you'll transfer to your hotel for the night. Choose from our handpicked hotels.

Hotels

Quebec

Day 10 - Quebec

Quebec

This morning you'll set off by coach on a sightseeing tour of Quebec. You'll visit the old town and the modern part of the city, you'll experience the Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, the Fortifications, the National assembly, Place Royale, and the Basilica. If you'd rather discover the city on foot you can take a walking tour, or you can simply explore the city on your own.

Quebec and The Ocean train

Day 11 – Quebec and “The Ocean” train

Quebec and The Ocean train

Today you have a free day in Quebec to explore at your own pace. Take some time to go shopping at Petit Champlain, the oldest and most quaint shopping district in the city. Try out one of the quality restaurants for lunch, or book onto a food tour and discover the city through its local dishes. Or simply sit at one of e pavement cafes with a coffee and watch local life go by.

This evening you'll transfer to VIA Rail's Ocean train for the night. Get comfortable on board and enjoy your private cabin with your Sleeper Plus package. Your meals are served in the dining car and are accompanied by local wines.

To Halifax

Day 12 – “The Ocean” to Halifax

To Halifax

Enjoy breakfast and lunch in the dining car as you continue on your journey, passing incredible scenery. In the afternoon you'll make a 15-minute stop at Moncton, a town close to woodland and ocean, and loved by those who favour the outdoors. Your journey then continues on to Halifax. On arrival in Halifax, you'll transfer to your hotel for the night.

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Halifax

Day 13 - Halifax

Halifax

This morning you will head out on a half day guided tour of Halifax. You'll begin with a scenic drive along the coast to Peggy's Cove. A quaint old fishing village, Peggy's Cove has charming little shops and an iconic lighthouse. Your next stop is the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, where you'll enjoy a re-enactment of what life was like for those people who defended the fort hundreds of years ago. These professional actors, all dressed in period costume, will also talk you though the weapons and military history of the time.

As you make your way back to Halifax after the tour, you'll see Pier 21, Halifax Farmers Market, and the City Gardens, along the way. The rest of your day is yours to explore how you like. Take a walk around Halifax and stop for a coffee at one of the many cafes, where you can watch life go by. Or do a little shopping, with a drink after to relax.

Inbound Travel

Days 14 & 15 – Halifax to the UK

Your magnificent journey comes to its end today when you're transferred to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

You'll arrive back into London the following day, full of inspiring new memories to last you a lifetime.

Additional information

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular holiday with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

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