See Canada the same way that passengers have been seeing it for over a hundred years; by train! VIA Rail's "Canadian" allows you to experience the prairies, mountains, and wilderness areas from the comfort of your rail car with fine dining and onboard facilities. This vacation is designed for anyone who loves to travel by train.

• 4 nights accommodation
• 'VIA Rail's 'Silver & Blue' class between Vancouver and Toronto (4 nights onboard accommodation & meals onboard)
• Luxury motorcoach with driver/guide
• Discover Jasper excursion, Jasper & Vancouver train station transfers
• Hotel luggage handling
• National Park fees
• Gratuities on included meals.

Day 1 - Arriving Vancouver
Upon arrival at the Vancouver International Airport, transfer independently, by scheduled airporter service, limousine or taxi to downtown Vancouver.
Overnight in Vancouver

Day 2 - VIA Rail's 'Canadian' from Vancouver to Jasper
Today is free to explore Vancouver. This evening board VIA Rail’s “Canadian” for your journey to Jasper (taxi transfer to rail station included). This experience with its award-winning service is luxury on rails. Points of interest will include Hell’s Gate (gorge), Suicide Rapids in the North Thompson Canyon, and the Cisco Tunnels above the Fraser River. Please note that dinner is not included onboard the train this evening.
Overnight onboard VIA Rail

Day 3 - Arriving in Jasper
Today you will travel between the Monashee and Cariboo mountain ranges before ending your train journey in the resort town of Jasper. Breakfast and lunch is included onboard the train today. Upon arrival at the Jasper train station, a taxi will transfer you to your hotel (transfer included).
Overnight in Jasper

Day 4 - Exploring Jasper
Experience Jasper National Park through the travels of the early explorers and view the unspoiled grandeur! This morning excursion will begin along the mighty Athabasca Canadian Heritage River, learning about David Thompson and the valley ecosystem. Travel above Maligne Canyon, with its narrow gorge and limestone walls created by 10,000 years of water flow. Visit a place of mystery and Indian legend en-route to Medicine Lake, where sometimes it actually disappears! On the adventure to Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies and one of the most photographed sites in the world, you are sure to see a variety of mountain wildlife.
Overnight in Jasper

Day 5, 6 and 7 - VIA Rail's 'Canadian' from Jasper to Toronto
Late this morning, transfer to the Jasper train station (transfer included) to board VIA Rail’s “Canadian”. This afternoon, depart the peaceful mountain town of Jasper on your westbound odyssey across the great Canadian plains and beyond. Your destination is Toronto, the economic center of Canada. Lunch and dinner are included this evening onboard the train. For the next two days, continue traveling across the Great Central Plains of Canada, through Winnipeg to the rugged forest and lake country to northern Ontario. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included onboard the train each day.
Overnight onboard VIA Rail.

Day 8 - Arriving in Toronto
Another leisurely morning onboard the “Canadian”. Breakfast is once again included onboard the train today. Upon arrival at Toronto’s Union Station this morning transfer to your selected hotel (transfer not included).
Overnight in Toronto

Day 9 - Toronto
Your day is at leisure until your transfer to Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport for your ongoing or homeward flight (transfer not included). Transfers are available by scheduled motorcoach, limousine or taxi.

This vacation is available in reverse, departing from Toronto.

Moderate
	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.
	Pacific Palisades Vancouver 233 rooms, spa services, health club. Central location with dining, shopping and sightseeing.
	Jasper - Lobstick Lodge 139 rooms. Relaxed, friendly, family oriented atmosphere. Swimming pool, hot tubs, restaurant and lounge. Standard Room
	Courtyard By Marriott Downtown Toronto 575 rooms, dining, indoor pool, gym. Downtown location.
Deluxe
	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 Vancouver 508 rooms with sophisticated grace, charm, style and flair. Located in a prime downtown location. Deluxe 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
	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 Thursday or Saturday between the following date ranges as your vacation start date.

May 2 - May 16	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$2,085	$2,531	$1,200
Deluxe	$2,845	$3,604	$1,514
May 21 – Aug 27	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$2,667	$3,235	$1,545
Deluxe	$3,579	$4,478	$1,956
Aug 29 – Oct 5	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,152	$3,720	$1,909
Deluxe	$4,201	$5,100	$2,423
Oct 7 – Oct 15	Twin	Single	Child
Moderate	$3,030	$3,475	$1,909
Deluxe	$3,957	$4,611	$2,423

Deluxe: An outstanding property offering high standards of accommodations and facilities. It is important to note though, that Deluxe accommodation refers only to the Hotel Class and not to the room category included in the package price. Some Deluxe hotels are heritage properties that possess historical elegance, but may not reflect current North American deluxe hotel standards. Room upgrades may be available at an additional cost.

Moderate: A property that offers limited hotel facilities and North American standard room features such as a television, telephone, one or two beds, private washroom with shower and/or bathtub (unless otherwise noted). Rooms may be smaller than Deluxe hotel rooms and the public areas may be also be smaller and simpler. Usually suitable for the cost-conscious traveller.

Above dates are for Vancouver Departures (Toronto Dates Differ Slightly)