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Reasons To
Visit Canada

  • Aurora Borealis

    The dramatic Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, are thought to be the result of particles in solar winds emanating from the sun in the region of the magnetic North Pole. The Northwest Territories and the Yukon offer some of the best viewing of this natural phenomenon in Canada.

    Aurora Borealis

  • Festivals & events

    Canada enjoys a busy schedule of festivals and events, the majority of which take place during the summer months. Perhaps the most well-known of all the annual events is the Calgary Stampede, a ten-day festival which takes place in the second week of July. Dating back to 1912, the event showcases the area’s Wild West roots, with chuck-wagon races, a rodeo, bands, dancing and exhibitions.

    Festivals & events

  • First National culture

    There are approximately one million First Nations Canadians today. Their origins stem from the end of the last Ice Age, about 20,000 years ago, when nomadic tribes followed herds of bison and mammoth across the land bridge joining Siberia and Alaska.

    First National culture

  • Food

    Canada is well known for its salmon, as well as for fresh lobster. People travel from all over the world to fish in these amazingly clear waters, and both fish and seafood are a regular feature on restaurant menus.

    Food

  • Landscape & scenery

    Canada is blessed with some of the world’s most dramatic and beautiful scenery, from old-grown rainforests, deserted beaches and crystal-clear lakes, to rugged mountains, national parks and agricultural pastures, there is a different view to enjoy at every turn.

    Landscape & scenery

  • Maritime history

    Canada has the longest coastline in the world, and therefore boasts a colourful maritime history which is proudly exhibited in a variety of museums throughout the country.

    Maritime history

  • Outdoor activities

    Canada is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast. Each province offers a diversity of year-round activities, with walking, white-water rafting, canoeing and kayaking, horse riding, fishing, skiing and dog sledding amongst the most popular.

    Outdoor activities

  • Rail journeys

    There are some spectacular rail journeys on offer in Canada, taking you deep into national parks and through the mighty Rockies. You can choose to travel in style whilst enjoying the scenery as many of the routes have comfortable cabins and excellent on-board services.

    Rail journeys

  • Self-drive

    Canada has wonderful roads – scenic, safe and largely empty. Whether in a car or motor-home, self-driving is a great way to explore the country at your own pace, enjoying the beautiful landscapes as you go.

    Self-drive

  • Wildlife

    Canada is rightly famous for its bears – black, grizzly and of course, polar bears can all be seen in abundance, but the country is also home to wolves, caribou, moose, must oxen, whales and an array of spectacular birdlife.

    Wildlife

  • Wine

    The Okanagan region of Canada, located in central British Columbia between the Rockies and Vancouver, is fast becoming a well regarded wine producing area with a unique micro climate that enables several grape varieties to be grown. The area is renowned for its vineyards, warm climate, rolling fertile orchards and its proximity to Lake Okanagan.

    Wine

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Excursions in Canada: Rocky Mountaineer train

The Rocky Mountaineer is one of Canada’s best-known trains, operating during the summer months between Jasper, Banff, Calgary and Vancouver.

Gold Leaf carriage - The Rocky Mountaineer
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Rocky Mountaineer train

Vancouver, Canada
  • Rail Journeys

The Rocky Mountaineer is one of Canada’s best-known trains, operating during the summer months between Jasper, Banff, Calgary and Vancouver.

This two-day journey includes an overnight stay in Kamloops en route so you can travel the entire spectacular course in daylight.

Travel through the arid grasslands and canyons of the central Cariboo, pass thundering waterfalls, burrow through mountain tunnels and skirt the mighty snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains.

Two classes of service are available - Red and Gold Leaf - both with guided commentary. Red Leaf provides reclining seats and meals served at your seat. Gold Leaf passengers are seated in the superb bi-level glass-dome coach, which provides a wonderful viewing platform, while gourmet meals are served below in the dining car.

Other routes offered by Rocky Mountaineer include a daily summer service between Vancouver and Whistler and onward services from Whistler to Jasper via the charming rural town of Quesnel.

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