Trans-Canada Rail Guide - 6th Edition by Melissa Graham (Paperback)

About the Book

Mile by mile route guide with 45 maps to the rail route from Halifax to Vancouver. Includes how to book tickets, 10 detailed city guides and maps plus background and rail history.

Book Synopsis

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

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