Whether you intend to stick to one province or explore further afield , getting around will be a key part of planning your Canadian holiday . So what are your options ? Perhaps hit the open road by car or motorhome , let the train take the strain or hop on a plane .....
MOTORHOMES
For a completely independent self-drive experience , there ’ s perhaps no better way to discover the towns , national parks and incredible sights of Canada than by motorhome . Vehicles can be picked up and dropped off in Calgary , Halifax , Montréal , Toronto and Vancouver , while the models range from compact , sleeping three , to large , which can accommodate up to seven . What ’ s more , there ’ s lots of amazing campgrounds throughout Canada .
TRAIN
Canada ’ s flag carrying transport service , VIA Rail , connects people from city to city and coast to coast across the country . Offering 19 routes and operating over 460 trains per week linking over 450 locations in Canada , VIA Rail is a green , efficient and affordable way to explore . VIA Rail could be your picture window to the spectacular mountain scenery of Alberta and northern British Columbia ; you could board “ The Canadian ” for an unforgettable journey from Toronto to Vancouver ; perhaps make your way across Manitoba ’ s frozen tundra to Churchill for an awesome polar bear experience ; maybe uncover the splendour of the Maritimes ; or travel the central Canadian Corridor with its downtown to downtown links .
CAR HIRE
With so much to see and do , having complete flexibility to roam at your own pace is a preferred option for many . With a wide variety of vehicles available to suit all trips and numerous pick up and drop off points all over Canada , having the freedom of the road allows you to stop , if the mood takes you , and even to take an unplanned detour down an interesting looking route .
If you do fancy taking a train in Canada , why not take THE train - the Rocky Mountaineer ? See page 6-7 for details .
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PREMIER HOLIDAYS can tailor-make your Canadian experience , visit your travel agent or www . premierholidays . co . uk