About your tour
14-day fully escorted tour from
£1660
This journey is designed to show Canada in all its icy
brilliance, from cosmopolitan Toronto to the frozen cascade of
stunning Niagara Falls. See the magnificent snow-capped Rocky
Mountains, and try fun winter activities, like dog-sledding, sleigh
rides and ice walking in the winter resorts of Banff, Lake Louise
and Jasper. Taking VIA Rail's overnight Snow Train from Jasper to
waterside Vancouver, you'll see Canada as few tourists do.
- 3 nights in Toronto
- 3 nights in Banff
- 1 night in Lake Louise
- 2 nights in Jasper
- 1 night aboard VIARail's Snow Train
- 2 nights in Vancouver
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Your itinerary
1. London to
Toronto
Your door-to-door driver takes you to London Heathrow for your
non-stop Air Canada flight to Toronto, where the Delta Chelsea
Hotel (4 diamond) becomes your downton home for three nights.
2. Toronto
On this morning's city tour, explore the highlights including
entry to the CN Tower. Your afternoon is free to enjoy Toronto at
leisure.
3. Toronto and Niagara Falls
Spend the day viewing the spectacular Niagara Falls, which may
be suspended in ice. Return via the Whirlpool Rapids and Queenston
Heights. L
4. Toronto, Calgary and Banff
Fly from Toronto to Calgary with Air Canada and journey through
the incredible snow-cloaked Rockies to the central Banff Caribou
Lodge (3 diamond), where you will be welcomed for three nights.
5.
Banff
Explore Banff and its environs on today's scenic tour including
the glistening Bow Falls, the hot springs of Sulphur Mountain and a
chance to take a cable car to the summit.
6.
Banff
A full day at leisure to enjoy the winter activities Banff has
to offer - try snowshoeing (bookable locally; subject to weather
conditions).
7. Banff
to Lake Louise
Journey past the Vermilion Lakes and Castle Mountain to the
dramatic frozen waters and stunning glacial backdrop of Lake
Louise. After an optional sleigh ride (subject to weather
conditions), relax at the 5 diamond Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
overlooking the lake.
8. Lake
Louise to Jasper
Cross the open landscape of the Icefields Parkway, stopping at
the Athabasca Glacier en route to the Lobstick Lodge (3 diamond) in
Jasper, home for two nights.
9.
Jasper
A day at leisure in the heart of the Rockies with an optional
ice walk to Maligne Canyon. Or try your hand at dog-sledding or
another winter activity (bookable locally; subject to weather
conditions).
10. VIA
Rail's Snow Train
Spend the morning in Jasper before boarding the Snow Train for
your overnight journey. If the moon is bright, watch the
spectacular snowscape as you glide by rail to Vancouver. D
11.
Vancouver
Explore the city on a morning tour before a free afternoon and
two nights at the 4 diamond Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites
overlooking English Bay. B
12.
Victoria or Vancouver
See Victoria's major sights on today's optional trip, including
a ferry ride through the beautiful Gulf Islands and a visit to the
world-famous Butchart Gardens. Alternatively, spend the day in
Vancouver.
13.
Vancouver and flight home
Your morning is at leisure before your non-stop overnight Air
Canada flight to London Heathrow.
14.
London
Your door-to-door driver will take you home.
Travel notes
Canadians are great at keeping everyone warm, but you'll still need
a proper winter coat and decent boots for this journey. Despite the
fact that snowfall is often heavy, the places we take you to always
remain accessible, and are made more beautiful by the snow. Sadly
we can't absolutely guarantee you snow, but we've never been
disappointed by the scenery yet.
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