Venture to the lesser known frontier of northern British Columbia. Journey through the Inside Passage; and feast your eyes on mountains & meadows in the comfort of VIA Rail's Totem Deluxe class. Operated by: Discover Holidays.

Inclusions:

• 7 nights accommodation
• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 1 dinner
• Sightseeing as indicated
• Transfers to Port Hardy, Prince Rupert & Prince George
• B.C. Ferry Inside Passage cruise
• VIA Rail "Skeena" Train between Prince Rupert and Jasper (Totem Deluxe class)
• Transfer between rail station and hotel in Jasper, and Banff Hotel to Calgary
• Ice Explorer ride on Athabasca Glacier
• Canada Guide

Vancouver - Victoria - Port Hardy - Prince Rupert - Prince George - Jasper - Banff - Calgary

DAY 1: Vancouver to Victoria - Coach/Ferry: Depart Vancouver this morning on sightseeing tour to Victoria. On arrival visit Butchart Gardens (admission included). Tour scenic Ocean Drive, Oak Bay and Victoria City Tour. Overnight in Victoria at the Queen Victoria Hotel in a Moderate Room.

DAY 2: Victoria to Port Hardy - Coach: This morning depart for Port Hardy. En route enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf Islands and the Strait of Georgia. Overnight: Port Hardy at the Quarter Deck Inn in a Standard Room.

DAY 3: Port Hardy to Prince Rupert - Ferry: Full day of cruising Canada's Inside Passage. View snow capped mountains and dramatic fjords. Killer whales, sea lions and playful porpoise often appear in these waters. Overnight: Prince Rupert at the Coast Prince Rupert in a Standard Room.

DAY 4: Prince Rupert: Spend a free day exploring Prince Rupert. Perhaps whale watching, bear viewing or touring the historic cannery.

DAY 5: Prince Rupert to Prince George - Rail: This morning board VIA Rail's Skeena service for another day of dramatic scenery as you travel parallel to the Skeena River. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included today. Overnight: Prince George at the Ramada Hotel in a Standard Room.

DAY 6: Prince George to Jasper - Rail: Re-board the Skeena service for another unforgettable day of scenery. Follow mountain passes and raging rivers as you wind your way to an overnight stop in Jasper. Overnight: Jasper at the Lobstick Lodge in a Standard Room.

DAY 7: Jasper to Banff - Coach: Travel by coach today via the Icefields Parkway. Visit the Columbia Icefield and enjoy an Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier. Stops will be made at Lake Louise, Bow & Peyto Lakes, the Crowfoot Glacier and the Athabasca Falls. Overnight: Banff at the Banff Ptarmigan Inn in a Standard Room.

DAY 8: Banff to Calgary - Coach: This morning is free to explore Banff, before your scheduled coach to Calgary. Arrive Calgary airport at 2.30pm or downtown Calgary at 3.00pm.