Day 1 -
Depart London Heathrow for Vancouver
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Depart London Heathrow on a direct scheduled flight. Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your accommodation. Spend time at your leisure exploring this scenic city. Overnight in Vancouver.
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Day 2 -
Vancouver to Kamloops
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Transfer to Rail Station for 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 your overnight destination of Kamloops.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3 -
Kamloops to Banff
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Your journey continues eastward to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular range 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 a remarkable feat of railroad engineering, 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.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 4 -
Summit Helicopter Tour
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Today enjoy a tour to explore the many places of interest in Banff by motorcoach, including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s journey, a 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 in Banff and the rest of the day is free. Overnight in Banff.
**Please note that a price reduction of $119 will apply for the summit helicopter tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly**
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Day 5 -
Banff to Lake Louise
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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 at Lake Louise, and your afternoon is at leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 12:00 PM, scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 PM. 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 or a guided one-hour lakeshore stroll.
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Day 6 -
Lake Louise to Jasper
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Enjoy a full day 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 in addition to being one of the most accessible in North America. It is here that you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of 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.
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Day 7 -
Jasper to Toronto
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This evening, begin your four day VIA Rail journey across he Prairie provinces and Northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail.
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Day 8 -
Travelling on VIA Rail
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Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 9 -
Travelling on VIA Rail
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Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 -
Toronto
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Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this afternoon. Overnight in Toronto.
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Day 11 -
Niagara Falls Daytrip
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Enjoy a full day motor coach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is lunch and a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls. Return to Toronto early this evening. Overnight in Toronto.
Please note: Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating.
Please look below for an optional excursion to add 2 nights to your holiday at Niagara Falls.
Meals included:
Lunch
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Day 12 -
Toronto Departure
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Your tour ends with check-out from your Toronto hotel and transfer to Toronto airport for your return flight to London Heathrow.
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Day 13 -
Arrive London Heathrow
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