
Great Canadian Rail Journey with Alaska Cruise
Embark on VIA Rail's The Canadian for an extraordinary journey across Canada, combining iconic rail travel, breathtaking mountain scenery, and an unforgettable Alaska cruise. Begin with two nights in Toronto and an excursion to magnificent Niagara Falls before settling into the comfort of your Sleeper Plus accommodations for a transcontinental adventure aboard one of North America's most celebrated trains. As the train travels westward, watch Canada's diverse landscapes unfold—from Ontario's sparkling lakes and forests to the sweeping prairies of Manitoba and Alberta, and onward to the dramatic peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Continue by coach through Jasper, Banff, Yoho, and Glacier National Parks, where glacier-carved valleys, turquoise lakes, and towering mountain vistas showcase some of Canada's most spectacular scenery. Along the way, cruise across Maligne Lake to iconic Spirit Island, venture onto the Athabasca Glacier aboard a specially designed Ice Explorer, and experience the unique character of destinations including Kamloops, Victoria, and Vancouver. Your adventure concludes with a leisurely Alaska cruise through the scenic Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, and Tracy Arm. Explore the historic ports of Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan while enjoying dramatic coastal scenery, abundant wildlife, and some of North America's most remarkable glacier landscapes. With iconic rail travel, legendary national parks, and an Alaska cruise all in one seamless journey, this vacation offers an extraordinary way to experience the natural beauty and diverse landscapes of Canada and Alaska. PLUS, this tour includes your choice of excursions in Victoria so you can plan your day your way.
Tour Itinerary

Welcome to Toronto! At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a welcome drink..
Taking the Plunge Drive along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls. Take a Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. Enjoy lunch in Niagara Falls, then return to Toronto for an orientation tour and evening at leisure. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT The famous natural wonder of Niagara Falls consists of three massive waterfalls – Rainbow Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls – plummeting at the southern end of Niagara Gorge. Take an exciting sightseeing cruise on the waters below the thunderous cascades of Niagara Falls and feel the mist and magic of this stunning spectacle of nature.
All Aboard in Toronto! After breakfast, head to Union Station for departure on The Canadian, VIA Rail’s premier transcontinental train. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT All aboard for a 3-day/3-night journey by train on this classic trip across Canada’s heartland, courtesy of VIA Rail’s Sleeper Plus service. Ride in nostalgic style in the comfort of refurbished 1950s art-deco-style interiors and domed observation cars providing panoramic views of Ontario’s beautiful landscapes and Canadian countryside.
Riding the Rails Your rail journey aboard The Canadian continues through Ontario and Manitoba. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Watch the scenic countryside from your train as you glide past sparkling lakes and sun-dappled forests of Ontario. Try the observation dome for unparalleled views or enjoy quiet conversation in one of the comfortable lounges. Enter Manitoba with its endless golden prairies and vast cultivated fields.
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