One of Canada's oldest cities, the city of Victoria was named, naturally, after Queen Victoria when it was settled by the British in 1841. Throughout the city's period of British rule, Victoria was an important centre for trade and commerce, and as such it became the capital and largest city of British Columbia.
In more recent years, Victoria has been recognised more widely as a beautiful city, now known for its temperate climate and relaxed atmosphere, and nicknamed 'the city of gardens'. With its quaint streets, fine Victorian architecture and genteel shops, the city is packed with attractions, making it a joy to discover.
From the dramatic Pacific Ocean setting of Vancouver, to the laid-back city of Toronto, this incredible adventure takes us across Canada by rail, in style and comfort onboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer and The Canadian, two of the world's greatest journeys.
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Discover the best of Canada on this truly epic journey from Vancouver to Halifax. Travelling on iconic trains across the entire continent of North America, the view outside your window changes every day, from the towering Rockies to the central plains, the great lakes and finally the rugged coastline of Nova Scotia.
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Good itinerary - went to right places and enough time in each. All hotels very good. The rail journey cabins are a little cramped but there's nothing you can do about that (no alternative carrier?). Everything around tour was well organised and tour manager did a very good job
The Museum has permanent galleries relating to natural history, modern history and the First Peoples.
Set in the city's inner harbour, here you can observe British Columbia's marine life - up to 15 feet (4.6 metres) below the water's surface. More than 5,000 species live here, including starfish, salmon and a Giant Pacific Octopus.
From Victoria, there is the exciting opportunity to go whale watching. In many cases there are fully narrated tours in specially-designed boats which leave from Victoria for the waters just off the island's southern tip.
By Katie Shaw
8 April 2019
Iconic rail journeys, authentic cowboy ranches, hungry gators and energetic cities: it’s the final instalment of Tony Robinson’s worldwide rail adventure, and he’s in the grand old USA.
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By Lorna Heatley
4 July 2018
What is it about July that makes countries want to claim their Independence? Yes, we're definitely blaming the month here.
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By Jack Stacey
18 April 2018
There's nothing which quite imbues us with existentialist wonder as an ancient monument from a lost civilisation.
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By Katie Shaw
15 March 2018
Canada is an untamed treasure trove of beautiful, wild landscapes and remarkable native wildlife.
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Wonderful trip - loved every minute of it! So well organised and great variety of places we visited. I would highly recommend this tour.