Trans Canada by Rail in a Week
8 Days / 7 nights
Trip Overview
Travel by train from the metropolis of Toronto to the serenity of the Rockies. An across Canada by train trip fills your desire for the energy of big cities, as well as the peacefulness of nature.As you travel across the country by train, you see firsthand how diverse the spectacular Canadian scenery really is.
Map
3 nights VIA Rail
2 nights Jasper
1 night Kamloops
1 night Vancouver
Depart Vancouver
*Can be done in reverse
Trip Images
One of the tallest towers in the world - the Toronto CN tower!
Spend a few nights onboard Canadian pacific railway as you travel across Canada.
Discover Jasper National Park on a one day stop over.
You cross over many rivers found in Western Canada on board the Rocky Mountaineer.
Vancouver's laid back personality is just the kind of last stop you need on your Canada rail trip.
Detailed Itinerary
Please note, like most of our Canada rail packages & tours, this railway vacation can be customized to your needs - just ask one of our local experts when you call.Westbound itinerary shown. Eastbound follows the same itinerary in reverse.
Days 1, 2, and 3 – Your across Canada train vacation begins – board the Canadian train
It’s hard not to be immediately captured by the exciting sounds of Canada’s largest city, as your driver takes you from the Toronto airport to your awaiting train. Suddenly the magic of your rail trip sinks in. You are shown to your cozy cabin complete with a large picture window and seats that become a comfortable nighttime bed. A panoramic dome car – where you can relax, unwind, and take in all the sights – is steps from your cabin. Tasty meals are served in an elegant yet casual dining car and chatting over a drink with fellow travelers keeps you engaged into the night. Climb into your warm bed and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks - if only every vacation was so relaxing. After three peaceful nights on the Canadian train, you spot the snow covered peaks of the Canadian Rockies
Day 4 - Enter Canada’s Rocky Mountains – Arrive in Jasper
Step off the Canadian train and take a deep breath – the crisp mountain air is revitalizing after your long journey. You are completely surrounded by mountains and trees. Jasper is pure pristine wilderness. The quiet is relaxing and you are at ease as you make your way to your charming hotel.
Day 5 - Across Canada train trip continues - day in Jasper National Park
Explore the magnificent Maligne Valley and discover striking natural beauty, abundant wildlife and a genuine geological mystery. While searching for osprey, bald eagles, big horn sheep, elk, deer and bears, you’ll visit the longest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, view a spectacular 50-metre gorge created by 10,000 years of erosion and travel to “disappearing” Medicine Lake, the source of what is believed to be the largest underground river system in Canada. A cruise to mystical Spirit Island is the perfect end to your day.
Day 6 - Canadian train trip - On the Rocky Mountaineer – Jasper to Kamloops
The train’s whistle breaks the morning silence and the smell of fresh fruit and orange juice wafts through your car as the Rocky Mountaineer pulls out of the train station in Jasper and you continue across Canada. Step onto the outdoor viewing platform for unobstructed views, cool breezes, and if you’re lucky a light misting off Pyramid Falls. Early in the evening, after a day of good food, great company, and awe-inspiring scenery, the Rocky Mountaineer arrives in Kamloops. Enjoy the warm weather and friendly atmosphere of an Okanagan Valley favourite before bedding down for a good night’s rest.
Day 7 – Continue Across Canada by Train – Kamloops to Vancouver
This morning, return to your home on rails – the Rocky Mountaineer. Travel through the mighty Thompson Canyon before catching sight of awesome Hell’s Gate, where 200 million gallons of water push their way through the narrow gorge. This afternoon you travel through the lush Fraser Valley before arriving in Vancouver, a city surrounded by mountains and ocean. Vancouver’s laid back personality is just the kind of last stop you need after your train trip across Canada.
Day 8 - With Fond Memories Made – Depart Vancouver
Much too soon, you leave the clean air and colorful sights of Canada behind as your Canadian train trip comes to an end.
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Accommodation Styles
Westin Harbour Castle Toronto
Deluxe
The Westin Harbour rises above scenic Lake Ontario, and is conveniently located near major attractions, including the Air Canada Centre, CN Tower, and Theatre district. Once inside, you will marvel at the spacious marble lobby, with floor to ceiling windows, and indulge in the utmost comfort.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Comfort
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is it's own Canadian wilderness resort. The property is made up of many buildings with different room types throughout the resort. Relax by the lake, or enjoy a round of golf on the beautiful Stanley Thompson Golf Course, or enjoy a game of ice hockey on the lodge's pond. Be sure to keep your eyes open for Elk as they walk past your building!
Sheraton Wall Centre
Deluxe
A visually-stunning hotel located in the heart of downtown. Enjoy great views through the floor to ceiling windows. Thoughtful extras include luxury bath amenities, and refreshment centers in every room.
Options & Upgrades
Canadian vacation customization and upgrade ideasHere are some ideas - but please ask your Fresh Tracks Canada expert for more ideas tailored to your needs when you call. All our Canada train trips can be customized to create your ideal vacation featuring some time on a railroad across all or part of Canada.
• Upgrade, or mix and match hotel and lodge accommodations
• Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service aboard the Rocky Mountaineer - Dome windows optimize your view of the great scenery, excellent food and an outdoor viewing platform allowing wonderful photographic opportunities make this option a must.
• Upgrade to ‘Romance by Rail’ on the Canadian train, for a suite and other special touches
• Add a cruise to your trip, along Alaska’s Inside Passage
• Add this trip to one of our spectacular Ontario and Quebec train tours
• Extend your stay in the Canadian Rockies to explore the nature trails with a naturalist guide, enjoy a gentle guided canoe paddle, indulge in afternoon tea at one of the Fairmont resorts, add a thrilling helicopter ride, or simply enjoy some quiet time to relax (many more options are available to suit your interests).
• Add a trip to Victoria, British Columbia’s quaint capital city on Vancouver Island to go whale watching, visit the Butchart Gardens, and experience the unique culture of the Pacific Northwest.
Dates & Prices
Trip Start Dates - 2012Westbound starting in Toronto
April 21, 28
May 5,8,12,15,19,22,26,29
June 2,5,9,12,16,19,23,26,30
July 3,7,10,14,17,21,31
August 4,7,11,14,18,21,25,28
September 1,4,8,11,15,18,25,29
Eastbound starting in Vancouver
May 3,10,17,24,31
June 7,14,21,28
July 5,12,19
August 2,9,16,23,30
September 6,13,20,27
| Comfort Hotels & Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service | USD$ | ||
| Double | Single | GoldLeaf Upgrade | |
| Apr 21 - May 24 2012 | 3,304 | 4,006 | 915 |
| May 26 - Jun 21 2012 | 3,639 | 4,436 | |
| Jun 23 - Sep 29 2012 | 4,223 | 5,020 | |
| Deluxe Hotels & Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service | USD$ | ||
| Double | Single | GoldLeaf Upgrade | |
| Apr 21 2012 | 3,119 | 3,824 | 915 |
| Apr 27 - May 24 2012 | 3,583 | 4,534 | |
| May 28 - Jun 21 2012 | 4,050 | 5,223 | |
| Jun 29 - Sep 27 2012 | 4,747 | 6,035 | |
| Sep 29 2012 | 4,314 | 5,173 | |
| Deluxe Plus Hotels & GoldLeaf Service | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| Apr 20 2012 | 4,580 | 5,686 |
| Apr 28 - May 24 2012 | 5,152 | 6,611 |
| May 28 - Jun 21 2012 | 5,693 | 7,462 |
| Jun 29 - Sep 27 2012 | 6,356 | 8,206 |
| Sep 29 2012 | 5,651 | 6,797 |
• Our obsessive attention to detail
• Our caring and creative people
• Our intimate knowledge of Canada
• Our unique, small group excursions
• The promise of seamless amazement
Canadian vacation price notes
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple and child rates are available
Included on your Canadian vacation
• 4 nights of hotel accommodation
• 3 nights onboard Via Rail’s Canadian train, in a private cabin
• 2 spectacular days on the Rocky Mountaineer train, between Jasper and Vancouver
• Nature tour along Maligne Valley, and a cruise on stunning Maligne Lake (note - Maligne Lake cruise starts running early June)
• 12 delicious meals onboard the trains
• A personalized pick up from your arrival airport
• Train station transfers in Jasper, Kamloops and Vancouver
• A personalized departure transfer, in time for your flight home
• Documentation package
• Friendly and dedicated Fresh Tracks Canada customer service
Not included on your Canadian vacation
• Meals, other than those mentioned
• Airfare (but don’t hesitate to ask for help)
• Gratuities for rail, hotel, tour & transfer staff
• Trip Cancellation Insurance (highly recommended)
• Canadian Sales Taxes
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