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Ultimate Canadian Rockies by Train

Ultimate Canadian Rockies by Train, a rail journey with Canadian Train Vacations (Fresh Tracks Canada)

Discover the ultimate Canadian Rockies by rail in just 10 days. Enjoy scenic train rides, wildlife sightings, and breathtaking views.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Arrive in Vancouver

    Welcome to Vancouver, one of the world's most beautiful cities, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vancouver

    Explore Vancouver

    A coastal city on the mainland of British Columbia, with modern high-rise buildings between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Onboard train

    VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver

    Board The Canadian train in Vancouver. Settle into your private cabin and watch the ever-changing scenery through beautiful British Columbia.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Jasper

    VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper

    Awake to see the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies, including Mount Robson. Step off the train in the charming mountain town of Jasper.

  5. Day 5overnight: Jasper

    Explore Jasper National Park

    Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies, is one of our favourite destinations.

  6. Day 6overnight: Banff

    Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Banff

    Travel along the spine of the Rockies on one of the most beautiful routes in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Watch for cascading waterfalls, dramatic peaks, mountain goats, elk, and bears.

  7. Day 7overnight: Banff

    Explore Banff National Park

    Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and head out to explore Banff National Park at your chosen pace.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Kamloops

    Rocky Mountaineer Train - Banff to Kamloops

    Board the Rocky Mountaineer train for the second part of your rail adventure, with highlights including the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, and Craigellachie.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Vancouver

    Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Vancouver

    See dramatic changes in scenery, including Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River. Arrive in Vancouver this evening.

  10. Day 10rail

    Your Canadian train vacation ends

    Leave the fresh air and mountains of Canada behind you as you journey home.

Included

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Sleeper train experience in a private cabin
  • Rocky Mountaineer daylight train journey
  • Meals onboard the train
  • Choice of unique guided activities
  • Transportation to and from airports, timed with your flights
  • Train station transfers
  • Feature dining experience at one of our favorite local restaurants
  • Electronic travel documentation package
  • Personalized Fresh Tracks Canada customer service support

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