Canada… beautiful land of the Rockies, the Mounties and brave settlers determined to
colonise the remotest areas and forge a new life. From the wide open spaces and deep river
valleys to the peaks of the snow capped mountains, much of Canada is even today a true
wilderness. Eagle, deer, beaver and bear are common sights.
Yet the rugged scenery of the
Rockies is only part of the story: despite having one of the lowest population densities in
the world, Canada is home to dynamic cities like Vancouver and Calgary - venue for the
Calgary Stampede, the world's biggest rodeo show. Fortunately, the settlers' way of
travelling is still around too: the remarkable Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR). |
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For the men
who built this incredible engineering feat in the 19th Century, the extraordinary terrain it
had to penetrate was a huge challenge. For today's visitors it means that riding the CPR is
one of the world's greatest experiences…and especially when you do it by private train
hauled by a magnificently restored steam locomotive. From its remotest regions to its
busiest cities Canada is a remarkable country. A leisurely rail journey through the Rockies
is something you'll never forget.
Highlights of Our Tours
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Banff - Spot eagles soaring over the Rocky Mountains in the vast untamed territory of Banff
National Park.
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Lake Louise - Lose yourself as you gaze across the emerald green expanse of stunning Lake Louise
to Victoria Glacier.
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The Rockies - Enjoy travelling through one of Earth's most spectacular mountain landscapes
followed by the equally scenic Purcell, Selkirk and Monashee ranges.
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Icefields Parkway - Step out onto the icy slopes of Athabasca Glacier for a simply unforgettable
experience after a 2 hour drive through the Rocky Mountains. Watch out for the bears!
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The Lakes - After the Rockies we pass many scenic lakes nestled between the Monashee and
Cascade Mountain ranges.
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Kamloops - Experience the romantic era of steam travel onboard the Spirit of Kamloops
Heritage Train.
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The Canyons - Follow the ever changing scenery as the train slowly twists its way along the
Thompson and Lower Fraser River Canyons.
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Vancouver - Explore the many attractions of cosmopolitan Vancouver - voted one the best cities to
live in 2007.
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Cranbrook - Visit the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel and their magnificent collection of
preserved railway carriages. Dine in the reconstructed and spectacular Alexandra Hall.
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Crowsnest Pass -Witness the unparalleled beauty of Crowsnest Pass from the vantage point of our
steam train as we cross the Continental Divide.
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Lethbridge - The perfect camera opportunity! Our train will be posed for photographs the
spectacular 1 mile long and 314ft high Lethbridge Trestle, the highest in North America.
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The Prairies - Grassland and sky as far as the eye can see. Savour the isolated and poignant
beauty of The Prairies.
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