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Canadian Train Odyssey
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Length
15 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Toronto (Ontario)
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Ends in
Vancouver (British Columbia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 14, 2027 to OCT 1, 2027
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Activity Level
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Overview
This adventure across Canada begins in Toronto, ends in Vancouver, and is filled with stunning scenery, spectacular national parks, and some of Canada’s most popular cities. A highlight of this tour is the 3-day, 3-night journey on VIA Rail’s® the Canadian—a premier continental train—from Toronto to Jasper. Enjoy views of the ever-changing landscapes through Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta aboard VIA Rail®’s refurbished art deco rail cars and domed observation cars. Marvel at thunderous Niagara Falls on your included boat cruise past the falls. In the Canadian Rockies, ride the Ice Explorer—an all-terrain vehicle—on Columbia Icefield, an expanse of ice that is 750-feet thick! Stop in Lake Louise, where its gorgeous turquoise waters mirror the surrounding glacial peaks. Visit Jasper National Park—with its rugged mountains, glaciers, alpine meadows, rivers, and abundant wildlife—and Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park. Also travel through stunning Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park. From the Pacific Coast, sail across the Strait of Georgia to Victoria through the scenic Gulf Islands. Spend two nights in this charming city then ferry to vibrant Vancouver. Majestic mountain scenery, pristine glacier-fed lakes, picturesque towns, gentle prairie fields, and exciting cities – experience it all on this unforgettable rail adventure across Canada!
Visited During Tour
Banff National Park (Alberta) | Columbia Icefield (Canada) | Glacier National Park (Montana) | Jasper (Alberta) | Jasper National Park (Alberta) | Kamloops (British Columbia) | Lake Louise (Alberta) | Niagara Falls | The Canadian | The Canadian Train (Canada) | Toronto (Ontario) | Vancouver (British Columbia) | Victoria (British Columbia) | Yoho National Park (British Columbia)
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Tour Itinerary
Cosmos Tour Code 8960
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1TORONTO
Welcome to Toronto! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.Toronto is considered the most culturally diverse city in the world with its population representing a wide range of ethnicities and languages. Once checked into your hotel, perhaps do some shopping at nearby Eaton Centre or venture a little further and check out the Hockey Hall of Fame or try some local culinary treats at St. Lawrence Market, a city landmark over two centuries old.
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2TORONTO. EXCURSION TO NIAGARA FALLS
Begin the day with an orientation tour of Toronto that includes seeing City Hall, the downtown banking district, Rogers Centre, and the stunning CN Tower. Leave the city and travel along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls where you’ll take an exhilarating cruise to see the thundering Falls up close. Fall even more in love with the Falls on an optional excursion to Skylon Tower for spectacular views and a buffet lunch. Return to Toronto and have time this evening to explore this vibrant city on your own.NOTE: Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.
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3TORONTO–VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
This morning, transfer to Union Station for a departure on The Canadian, VIA Rail’s premier transcontinental train. Spend the next three days and nights on this classic trip across Canada’s heartland. Your Sleeper-Plus class rail cars are refurbished art-deco cars from the 1950s. Domed observation cars let you enjoy views of the Canadian countryside as you roll past Ontario’s landscapes. Chef-prepared meals offer a tempting array of soups, salads, main courses, and desserts. (L,D)
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4VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
Today, watch the scenery as you whisk by the ever-changing Canadian landscape and travel the full length of the Canadian National Railway’s breathtaking mainline.
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- Breakfast
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5VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
The Canadian glides through Winnipeg, before continuing the journey through Manitoba’s prairies and into Saskatchewan.
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- Breakfast
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- Dinner
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6VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Arrive in Jasper this morning and enjoy an orientation tour of the townsite. The remainder of your day is free to explore the ambiance of this wonderous mountain setting. Perhaps go with the flow on an optional scenic float trip on the Athabasca River to take in the natural beauty and look for wildlife along the shoreline.
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7JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Today is at leisure. Make your day magical with an optional narrated cruise on Maligne Lake to the much-photographed Spirit Island*. This afternoon, perhaps hike on the trails and watch for wildlife, or stroll the streets of downtown Jasper. *This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.
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8JASPER NATIONAL PARK–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–LAKE LOUISE–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Board your motorcoach this morning and journey through Jasper National Park, stopping along the way at the Columbia Icefield to experience the Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle that travels on ice measuring 750 feet (250 meters) thick! Continue down Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise, known for its stunning turquoise waters that mirror the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Arrive in Banff National Park for a leisurely 2-night stay. An orientation tour highlights Banff’s unspoiled beauty.
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9BANFF NATIONAL PARK
The day is free for independent exploration. Perhaps start your day with an awe-inspiring optional helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies! Or hike in some of the surrounding 2,564 square miles of parkland which are home to wildlife, including elk, deer, and grizzly bear. Your Tour Director can offer many suggestions for activities and dining.
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10BANFF NATIONAL PARK–YOHO NATIONAL PARK–GLACIER NATIONAL PARK–KAMLOOPS
This morning, leave Banff National Park and travel over Kicking Horse Pass on the Continental Divide. Travel through Yoho National Park, where pre-Cambrian fossils were discovered, and Glacier National Park, where recreational mountain climbing was introduced to North America a century ago. Late this afternoon, arrive at the cattle-ranching center of Kamloops.
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11KAMLOOPS–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
As you travel through the Coast Mountain Range to its majestic Pacific coastline, the vegetation changes from desert landscape to lush alpine forest. Board your afternoon ferry for the spectacular crossing to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival, take time to smell the roses on an optional excursion to see the 55 acres of incredible floral displays at world famous Butchart Gardens. Later, enjoy sightseeing in Victoria including the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. This evening, consider taking a relaxing stroll along the lovely Waterfront Promenade.
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- Breakfast
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12VICTORIA
Enjoy a day at leisure with time to discover some of the attractions this splendid city has to offer. Visit the Royal British Columbia Museum, tour the Parliament Building, have Afternoon Tea at the Empress Hotel, or shop along Government Street. Perhaps have an adventure at sea on an optional whale and wildlife watching cruise.
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13VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the spectacular Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its Mediterranean-like climate. In Vancouver, city sightseeing includes Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, and other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore. Perhaps visit Robson Street and experience British Columbia’s premier shopping and entertainment location or take a water taxi to Granville Island to visit its bustling Public Market and waterfront cafés.
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14VANCOUVER
Today is at leisure for independent sightseeing or choose one of our unforgettable optional excursions, featuring a trip to Whistler on one of the world’s most scenic drives along the Sea to Sky Highway or an adventure on an optional aerial tram ride up the mountain for exquisite views and a walk through a rainforest canopy at Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge.
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15VANCOUVER
Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore Vancouver further.
Accommodations
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Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
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Lobstick Lodge
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Rundlestone Lodge
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): Moderate First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar Moderate First-Class property)
Quality Inn Kamloops
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): Superior Tourist-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar Superior Tourist-Class property)
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
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Sandman Suites on Davie
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
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Travelers Notes
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app! Your Tour Includes:• Orientation tours of Toronto, Jasper, Banff, and Victoria• Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise• Travel on VIA Rail’s the Canadian® train from Toronto to Jasper in Sleeper Plus class.• Entrance fee to Jasper National Park and Banff National Park• Tickets for the Icefields Explorer experience at Columbia Icefields• Scenic drive through Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park• Ferry crossing to/from Vancouver IslandGuided city sightseeing in Vancouver
Meals Included
3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Private Touring
Cosmos offers an optional paid upgrade if you would like to arrange for Canadian Train Odyssey tour as a Private Tour. Here's a sample of the additional cost:
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