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VIA Rail - Train travel in Canada

The Malahat

Victoria is Vancouver Island’s provincial capital and whilst there is plenty here to keep you occupied the 4 hour journey from Victoria to Courtney on the Malahat should not be missed. This brilliant trip takes you on a journey from the populated south of the island, across trestle bridges and ravines, through the densely forested Cowichan valley north to where you will find the Islands best ski resort, great whale watching opportunities and some gorgeous beaches.


	Pass details Why buy this Vancouver Island boasts something for everyone and is near the top of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations. Whale watching and kayaking along the islands stunning coastline, hiking in the interior’s awe inspiring forests, with some of the tallest trees in the world and snow sports on Mt Washington are all available for the adventurous. For those who like a more laid back lifestyle how about fishing, exploring the history of the Island’s aboriginal people - the Salish Indians or stroll the green streets of Victoria also known as the Garden City. The train operates once daily in both directions, year round. Potential stops / Your itinerary Travel from Victoria, the capital of BC to Courtenay mid-way up Vancouver Island but don't hesitate to get off at Chemainus, Nanaimo, Parksville or Qualicum Beach: to explore. If you are traveling on a full fare ticket you may break your journey at any point en-route. If you are traveling on any form of discounted ticket (including student tickets) you cannot break your journey. Victoria Esquimalt Palmer Langford Malahat Cliffside Strathcona Lodge Shawnigan Cobble Hill Hillbank Cowichan Duncan Hayward Chemainus Ladysmith Cassidy South Wellington Starks Nanaimo Wellington Nanoose Bay Parksville Qualicum Beach Dunsmuir Deep Bay Buckley Bay Union Bay Courtenay What you get Comfort (Economy) Class, is the only class available on this route. Footrest Headrest Large picture windows What you don’t get Food and drink are not included in the fares on these trains and there are no on board dining facilities so please take your own. How it works You will be issued with a voucher, which must be exchanged at the departure station for your actual ticket. Before boarding the train you must take your voucher and passport to the VIA Rail ticket office where they will issue you the ticket for your journey. Please arrive at the station at least 1 hour prior to the departure of the train. VIA Rail only sell the same number of tickets as there are seats on board. If you do not have a reservation you will not be allowed to board unless there is space available - standing is not an option. Cancellations and refunds Vouchers which are lost, stolen or validated/exchanged cannot be refunded. Refunds are only accepted on vouchers returned to International Rail before the start of their validity. Vouchers returned for cancellation or alterations have a standard 15% cancellation/exchange fee in addition to an administrative charge per ticket. Cancellation/alteration fees will be charged on each voucher returned. Duplicate or replacement vouchers cannot be issued under any circumstances.