CANADA 2018 BROCHURE

Prestige Sleeper Cabin
Dining onboard the Canadian
The Canadian
VIA Rail: The Canadian
VIA Rail’s flagship service links Canada’s largest city Toronto and cosmopolitan Vancouver. Crossing the Northern Ontario
Lakelands, the wide open prairies and the Rockies, it is one of the longest rail journeys in the world, taking four days to complete.
You don’t have to do the full journey or complete
it in one go. Break the trip in Winnipeg and see the
Polar bears in Churchill; in Jasper or Edmonton and
explore the Rockies. You can also use it as a one
way trip between Vancouver and Jasper, the journey
from Kamloops is during the day and the scenery is
stunning.
Prestige Sleeper class:
Providing an unforgettable rail experience, the
prestige car features six high-end Sleeper cabins
offering elegant contemporary décor
• 50% larger cabin than in Sleeper Plus Cabin for 2
• 60% larger window than Sleeper Plus Cabin for 2
• Modular leather L-shaped couch by day and a bed
for two by night facing the window
• Private washroom with shower
• Flat-screen TV with video selection
• Minibar stocked with a selection of beverages
• Electric radiant heated cabin floors and walls
The Prestige Park Car offers unique features
that ensure an extraordinarily enjoyable journey.
Spectacular views, complimentary bar service
(prestige guests only) snacks and specialty
coffees, varied activities such as wine tastings, and
interactive talks on local history, geography and
culture. The car includes a Prestige Sleeper cabin
and a wheelchair accessible cabin.
Prestige Sleeper class offers the following exclusive
benefits:
• Personalised dedicated service provided by the
Prestige Concierge
• Spacious, comfortable and luxurious cabins
• Priority access to the following services: checked
baggage; reservations in the dining car, offering
delicious meals prepared by on board Chefs
• All-inclusive bar service
• Access to the Prestige Park, Skyline and
Panorama* Cars where you can meet fellow
travellers, participate In numerous engaging
activities, and enjoy the superb views of Canada’s
stunning landscapes.
Sleeper Plus
Offering cosy accommodation, cuisine prepared
by the on-board chef and impeccable service. Let
yourself be gently rocked by the peaceful rhythm of
the train in a berth, a cabin for one or two or a suite.
Sleeper Plus Accommodation Types
Upper and Lower Berths: Berth accommodation is
the most economical of VIA Rail’s sleeping cars. By
day, the two berths transform into two double seats
that face each other. By night, the double seats give
way to two comfortable bunk beds, each equipped
with a reinforced privacy curtain. Washroom and
shower facilities are located in the same car.
Prices Per Person Upper Berth Lower Berth Cabin for 1 or 2 Prestige Sleeper Class
From From From From
Toronto - Winnipeg £471 £555 £713 £1559
Toronto - Edmonton £576 £677 £866 -
Toronto - Jasper £638 £750 £962 £2103
Toronto - Vancouver £852 £1002 £1285 £2797
Jasper - Vancouver £355 £417 £534 -
Winnipeg - Vancouver £537 £631 £809 £1753
Edmonton - Vancouver £409 £480 £616 -
Prestige Sleeper Class is sold per cabin. Sole use is double fare.
*Operates 03 May - 11 October. ^Operates 29 April - 07 October. Schedules subject to change.
Cabin for 1: The smallest sleeping car
accommodation is the private cabin for 1. By day,
you will enjoy a comfortable seat, by night a cosy
bed. Each cabin includes a fan, electrical outlet,
private toilet & sink. The door locks from the inside
and the shower is only a few metres down the hall.
Cabin for 2: Each cabin features two armchairs, a
small closet, fan, electrical outlet, private toilet &
sink. The door locks from the inside and the shower
is only a few metres down the hall. By night, the
armchairs collapse to make way for comfortable
upper and lower bunks.
Park car - panoramas and elegance: The Park car
at the rear of the train has three separate salons,
for the use of Sleeper Plus passengers; an upper
observation deck, a curved 1950s-style bar and
the Bullet Lounge. Presitge guests enjoy exclusive
access at certain times
The Dining car: Sleeper Plus fares include all meals
as appropriate to your journey. The dining car is
elegant yet casual serving breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Economy Class
Offering spacious seats with electrical outlets. Meals
are not included but light meals and drinks are
available to purchase. You also have access to the
Skyline car, a glass dome viewing area and lounge. .
Economy fares are available on request.
Canadian Schedule Arrive Depart Day
Toronto - 22.00 Tue, Thu*, Sat
Winnipeg 08.01 11.45 Thu, Sat*, Mon
Edmonton 06.22 07.37 Fri, Sun*, Tue
Jasper 13.00 14.30 Fri, Sun*, Tue
Vancouver 09.42 - Sat, Mon*, Wed
Vancouver - 20.30 Tue, Fri, Sun^
Jasper 16.00 17.30 Wed, Sat, Mon^
Edmonton 23.00 23.59 Wed, Sat, Mon^
Winnipeg 20.45 22.30 Thu, Sun, Tue^
Toronto 09.30 - Sat, Tue, Thu^
RAIL JOURNEYS - VIA RAIL
Rail travel can sometimes be subject to unforeseen delays; it is advised that you do not arrange any connecting transportation on the day of arrival in any city.
All prices shown are sample fares and subject to change. The most up to date prices will be quoted at time of booking.
^Prestige sleeper rates are not elligible for senior or child discounts; single travellers pay 2x twin rate. Please read the additional information on page 191.
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