Skeena Adventure
June 25 - July 2, 2022
SOLD OUT
From the Pacific Coast to the Rocky Mountains an adventure unfolds as you board VIA Rail’s vintage train “The Skeena” for a spectacular rail journey from Prince Rupert to Jasper along Canada’s second longest river, the Skeena. Visit the naturally beautiful Kitselal Canyon, a National Historic Site in Terrace. Tour the Nisga’a Valley and see the vast lava beds caused by Canada’s youngest volcanic eruption. Take an adventurous boat ride to the only Grizzly bear sanctuary in Canada, the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary. Walk on an ancient glacier at the iconic Columbia Icefields. Be whisked up a mountain on the longest aerial tramway in the Canadian Rockies.
Yukon & Northwest Territories
3 Departures
July 4 - 15, 2022 - SOLD OUT - Waitlist Available
July 18 - 29, 2022 - 2 Spaces Left
August 8 - 19, 2022 - SOLD OUT - Waitlist Available
Beginning in Whitehorse our journey follows in the footsteps of gold prospectors to the Klondike and the historic Gold Rush town of Dawson City. Experience northern culture firsthand as you try your hand at gold-panning on Bonanza Creek, travel the incredible Top-of-the-World-Highway, visit Tombstone and Kluane National Park, spend time exploring Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk in the Northwest Territories, and ride the scenic White Pass and Yukon Railway to Skagway Alaska. A remarkable experience awaits you as you venture beyond the arctic circle!
Haida Gwaii & the Inside Passage
3 Departures
July 6-14, 2022 - SOLD OUT - Waitlist Available
August 9-17, 2022 -SOLD OUT - Waitlist Available
August 23-31, 2022 - SOLD OUT - Waitlist Available
Cruise the remote and untouched Inside Passage on route to the mystical islands of Haida Gwaii known as the “islands of the people”. Witness firsthand Mother Nature in all her glory. The story is told from monumental totem poles, argillite carvings, exquisite jewellery and local cuisine.
Discovering Vancouver Island
July 20 - 27, 2022
$100 Early Booking Discounts Available
An intimate, homespun tour that is remote and rustic yet still within your reach. Uncover fascinating history, rich culture and west coast wilderness that showcase Vancouver Island from Victoria to Port Renfrew and Port Hardy. Sail on a heritage vessel from Port Alberni to Ucluelet, zoom to the top of Mt. Washington, visit a world-class wildlife rehabilitation facility, immerse in Kwakwaka'wakw traditions in Alert Bay and experience the diversity of Vancouver Island - the largest on the West Coast of North America.
Discover Newfoundland and Labrador
September 12 - 23, 2022
Limited Space Left
Starting from the vibrant port city of St. John’s, travel west across the entire province. Along the way cruise the waters in search of whales, puffins, and icebergs. Explore the Viking Trail enroute to the Norse settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows. Cross the straits of Belle Isle and spend a night in Labrador. Discover the geology of the incomparable Gros Morne National Park. With an almost unimaginable landscape, a culture deeply steeped in history and a people truly like no other, Newfoundland and Labrador is a land that has long begged to be discovered.
Fraser Gold Quest
September 14-21, 2022
$100 Early Booking Discounts Available
From the mouth of the Fraser River in New Westminster, follow the gold seekers to historic Yale and wind your way through rugged landscape as far north as Barkerville. History and culture abounds around every corner on the original Cariboo Waggon Road. Ride the Hell’s Gate Airtram, one of the steepest fully suspended trams in North America. Experience a crucial part of BC’s days of old as you pick up fascinating nuggets of history on a road less travelled.
Autumn in Quebec & Ontario
September 25 - October 4, 2022
$100 Early Booking Discounts Available
From the nation’s capital Ottawa and throughout, enjoy dazzling displays of autumn leaves changing to warm golds and reds. Visit the National War Memorial, symbolizing the sacrifice of Canadians in war and stroll up Parliament Hill. Watch the busy St. Lawrence River roll by. Wander the cobblestone streets of Old Quebec. Indulge at an authentic sugar shack in the Quebec countryside. Zoom to the top of Toronto’s signature icon, the CN Tower. Feel the mist on your face as you cruise up to impressive Niagara Falls. Fantastic scenery, culture and food await you in Quebec and Ontario.
Enchanted Ireland
October 8 - 20, 2022
$100 Early Booking Discounts Available
Stunning scenery unfolds at every turn on this circular route on the Emerald Isle. A land steeped in history, Ireland offers a plethora of castles, cathedrals, cliffs and caves. From the lively capital of Dublin to the barren west coast to the long-troubled North. Kiss the blarney stone, tour the Ring of Kerry, and take in the view from atop the precipitous Cliffs of Moher. Walk on a Giant’s Causeway and tour the murals of Belfast. Overnight in a historic castle and enjoy some whiskey, great music and plenty of Irish charm along the way.
Tofino Escape
October 23- 26, 2022
SOLD OUT
Immerse yourself in the rugged West Coast wilderness on this 4 day escape to Tofino. Spend 3 nights in ocean view accommodation at the beautiful Tin Wis Resort while enjoying stunning island scenery. Explore the eclectic communities of Tofino and Ucluelet, stroll along Long Beach, marvel at the wonders of Pacific Rim National Park and dine on delicious local fare.
Sea to Sky
November 6 - 10, 2022
$75 Early Booking Discounts Available
Climb through spectacular scenery on The Sea-to-Sky Corridor from Horseshoe Bay to the rustic Pemberton Valley surrounded by snow-capped Coastal Mountains, alpine lakes and waterfalls. Stay at the elegant Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Taste the famous Pemberton potato distilled into delicious spirits. Visit the National Historic Site, the Britannia Mine to hear intriguing stories about mining in British Columbia. Take an artful journey at the exceptional Audain Art Museum. Enjoy fine dining and unspoiled natural beauty as we chart the course on this legendary highway.
Sunny Southern California
November 15 - 22, 2022
$250 Early Booking Discounts Available
A relaxed vacation with distinctive experiences in sunny Southern California. Stay in a National Historic Landmark District dating back to the 1880s. Visit the world-famous Getty Center renowned for its permanent collections. Indulge your senses at the ever-changing multi-cultural Balboa Park in San Diego. Visit the Joshua Tree National Park in Palm Springs. From the coast to the desert, soak up the sunshine of beautiful Southern California.
Winter Mountain Train
December 1 - 7, 2022
$250 Early Booking Discounts Available
Get into the spirit of the season with a journey into a winter wonderland on board VIA Rail's The Canadian. Beginning in Vancouver the scenery unfolds as we cross the continental divide and follow the rails into a land of snow-covered mountains and scenic vistas. Stay three nights at the magnificent century old Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Learn about the rich diversity of UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jasper National Park. Nature, fine dining, and festive fun await you.
Quebec Winter Holiday
December 3 - 9, 2022
$250 Early Booking Discounts Available
It is the perfect time of year to explore Quebecois cuisine, culture and legend and along the way luxuriate at three iconic hotels. From the sophisticated Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in the heart of Montreal to the imposing Fairmont Chateau Frontenac towering over Old Quebec City, and the French-style Manoir Richelieu perched high atop a bluff overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence, you will be surrounded in splendor and history at these castles of the north. Explore cosmopolitan Montreal’s magnificent architecture, savour the picturesque and inspiring countryside of Charlevoix and venture back through time as you enter the gates to Old Quebec City. From Sugar Shacks to Chateaus come live the Joie de Vivre in La belle province!