Trans-Canada by Rail (NCZ) Toronto to Vancouver 11 days
A 11 day trip to Toronto and Vancouver
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Tour Toronto and Niagara Falls, and then board VIA Rail’s The Canadian for a spectacular train journey across Canada’s Great Plains of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta to the Canadian Rockies. Experience Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise before traveling by deluxe motorcoach to Vancouver and Victoria on the Pacific Coast.
Welcome to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. This evening, join your Brennan Tour Director at a welcome reception. (WR)
Day 2: Friday June, 22 (Toronto)
Toronto. Niagara Falls Excursion
After an included breakfast atop the CN TOWER, enjoy a full-day tour to magnificent Niagara Falls, including an exciting CRUISE aboard the Maid of the Mist. Return to Toronto to savor a wonderful dinner at the Fairmont Royal York’s Epic dining room. (B,D)
Day 3: Saturday June, 23 (Toronto)
Toronto–VIA Rail’s The Canadian
After breakfast, board VIA Rail’s THE CANADIAN for a two-night journey to Jasper. As you ride the rails west, you will enjoy VIA’s renowned “Silver & Blue” class service, featuring linen and china dining, with single or double bedroom accommodations. (B,L,D)
Day 4: Sunday June, 24 (Toronto)
VIA Rail Travel
Relax in comfort as you cross the Great Plains of Canada. This is a day to unwind and get to know fellow travelers. (B,L,D)
Day 5: Monday June, 25 (Toronto)
VIA Rail–Jasper
After a leisurely morning onboard, disembark at the town site of Jasper. On arrival, your Brennan Tour Director will pointout highlights, including Maligne Canyon and the “Sleeping Man in the Mountain.” (B,L,D)
Day 6: Tuesday June, 26 (Toronto)
Jasper–Icefields Parkway–Banff
The spectacular Icefields Parkway threads through the very heart of the Canadian Rockies. Stop to view thundering Athabasca Falls, ride an exciting “ICE EXPLORER” on Athabasca Glacier, and gaze in silent wonder at sapphire Peyto Lake. Day’s end finds you in the picture-book setting of Banff. (B,D)
Day 7: Wednesday June, 27 (Toronto)
Banff
Lake Louise Excursion. This morning, tour the highlights of Banff—Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner. Next, travel to see two of the crown jewels of the Rockies: Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel. Before returning to Banff, visit the Valley of the Ten Peaks, which frames picturesque Moraine Lake. (B,L)
Day 8: Thursday June, 28 (Toronto)
Banff–Sun Peaks
Today, travel west by motorcoach through Kicking Horse Pass and through the rugged Selkirk Range over Rogers Pass to Sun Peaks. (B,D)
Day 9: Friday June, 29 (Vancouver)
Sun Peaks–Vancouver
Travel to the scenic coast of British Columbia via the Coquihalla Route through the Cascade Mountains. Arriving in Vancouver, visit the soaring CAPILANO SUSPENSION BRIDGE and enjoy an included lunch near the canyon. Later, tour the highlights of Vancouver, including immense Stanley Park. Tonight is at leisure to enjoy one of the many fine restaurants this cosmopolitan city offers. (B,L)
Day 10: Saturday June, 30 (Vancouver)
Vancouver. Victoria & Butchart Gardens Excursion
Departing Vancouver, you will travel by motorcoach and BC Ferry through the pastoral Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island. Your destination is Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. Nearby, visit colorful BUTCHART GARDENS and its floral displays. Then board a FLOATPLANE to soar over the lovely Gulf Islands back to Vancouver on the mainland. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)
Day 11: Sunday July, 01 (Vancouver)
Vancouver
You have completed your journey traveling the Trans-Canada route through five provinces, taking in the vast contrasting landscapes this beautiful country has to offer. Your grand journey comes to a conclusion today with a transfer to the Vancouver International Airport for your flight home. (B)