Coast to Coast by Rail (Eastbound)

Package Includes

• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service
• 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
  (Reverse itinerary features 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners)
• 12 nights hotel accommodation
• 4 nights bedroom accommodation onboard VIA Rail
• Exclusive Attractions Pass
• Yoho Park Tour, Banff to Lake Louise
• Guided lakeshore stroll at Chateau Lake Louise
• Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Lake Louise to
  Jasper
• VIA Rail from Jasper to Toronto
• Niagara Falls Tour
• VIA Rail from Toronto to Montreal
• Guided Tram Tour of Montreal
• VIA Rail from Montreal to Halifax
• Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper and
  Toronto

Not Included

• Transportation from Vancouver airport
• Transportation to Halifax airport
• Meals, other than specified
• Rail station transfers in Montreal and Halifax
• Luggage handling in Toronto, Montreal, Halifax and VIA Rail
• Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff
• Fuel surcharges

Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains, to the desert-like environment of the interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake and into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.

Day 3 Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today’s highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the resort town of Banff this evening. Overnight in Banff. B, L.

Day 4 Summit Helicopter Tour
Today enjoy a five-hour tour to explore the many places of interest in Banff by motorcoach, including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Free time for lunch in Banff will be provided before continuing on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s journey, a 15-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Canadian Rockies. Treasure the unique vantage point offered by flight, high amongst the majestic mountainous peaks. Your tour ends on return to Banff early this evening. Overnight in Banff.

Day 5 Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise, where you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in Lake Louise at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 1:00 p.m., scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.
Day 6 Free Day in Lake Louise

Enjoy a free day in Lake Louise. Local activities include canoeing, hiking in the mountains or simply relaxing and taking in the magnificent views. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 7 Lake Louise to Jasper

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 8 VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Day 1

This evening, begin your four-day VIA Rail journey across the Prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail. D.
Day 9 VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Day 2

Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. B, L, D.
Day 10 VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Day 3

Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail. B, L, D.
Day 11 VIA Rail Toronto Arrival

Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this afternoon. Overnight in Toronto. B.
Day 12 Niagara Falls Tour

Enjoy a full-day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls (Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating). Return to Toronto early this evening.
Overnight in Toronto. L.

Day 13 VIA Rail Toronto to Montreal
Travel by VIA Rail in VIA 1 Class from Toronto to Montreal. Overnight in Montreal.

Day 14 Montreal Sightseeing
Enjoy a half-day guided tram tour of Montreal today. Scheduled stops include Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica, Olympic Park, Mount Royal and McGill University. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore this vibrant city on your own. Overnight in Montreal.

Day 15 VIA Rail Montreal to Halifax
Spend the day sightseeing independently in Montreal before taking the overnight VIA Rail train to Halifax. Dinner is served onboard. Overnight on VIA Rail. D.

Day 16 VIA Rail Halifax Arrival
Enjoy the scenic Nova Scotia and New Brunswick landscapes before arriving in Halifax this afternoon. Meals are served onboard. Spend the rest of the day exploring this eastern seaboard city. Overnight in Halifax. B, L.

Day 17 Halifax Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Halifax hotel.