Trans-Canada rail guide /
Graham, Melissa,author.
The world's most scenic rail ride A journey on Canada's transcontinental railroad ranks as one of the greatest rail experiences in the world. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific, the lines span 6358km (3974 miles), taking in not only several of North America's finest cities but also some of the most dramatic scenery on earth, including the spectacular Rocky Mountains. - Rail travel for all budgets - where to get the best deals whether you are looking for the cheapest rail tickets with shoestring accommodation along the way or the most luxurious guided tours - City guides and maps - the best sights, recommended hotels and restaurants in 10 major stops along the lines: Halifax, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper, Calgary, Churchill and Vancouver - Mile-by-mile route guide - what to see along the route; with 45 maps - Railway history - the rail link that created modern Canada.
"Rail routes - maps - City guides. Halifax, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper, Calgary, Churchill, Vancouver"--Title page.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction & routes -- Introduction -- Routes -- When to go -- Part 1: Planning your trip -- How much will it cost? -- Booking your trip -- What to expect on your trip -- What to take -- Part 2: Canada -- Facts about the country -- Practical information for the visitor -- Part 3: Railway history -- Building the first trans-Canada railway -- Into the 20th & 21st centuries: CNR and VIA Rail -- Part 4. City guides and plans -- Halifax -- Quebec City -- Montreal -- Toronto -- Winnipeg -- Edmonton -- Jasper -- Calgary -- Vancouver -- Churchill -- Part 5: Route guides & maps -- Using this guide -- The ocean: Halifax to Montreal -- The corridor route: Montreal to Toronto -- The Canadian: Toronto to Vancouver -- Jasper to Prince Rupert -- Winipeg to Churchill -- The Rocky Mountaineer.
The world's most scenic rail ride A journey on Canada's transcontinental railroad ranks as one of the greatest rail experiences in the world. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific, the lines span 6358km (3974 miles), taking in not only several of North America's finest cities but also some of the most dramatic scenery on earth, including the spectacular Rocky Mountains. - Rail travel for all budgets - where to get the best deals whether you are looking for the cheapest rail tickets with shoestring accommodation along the way or the most luxurious guided tours - City guides and maps - the best sights, recommended hotels and restaurants in 10 major stops along the lines: Halifax, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper, Calgary, Churchill and Vancouver - Mile-by-mile route guide - what to see along the route; with 45 maps - Railway history - the rail link that created modern Canada.
Railroad travel