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Canadian Trains
From east to west and north to south, train tracks crisscross Canada. With so much to see, it can be difficult to know where to begin your train journey. Do you start in the east and indulge in Montreal’s vibrant food scene? Or do you head west and partake in Vancouver’s numerous outdoor activities? Fortunately, booking a train tour across Canada means you don't have to settle for just one adventure.
Our Canadian travel experts personalize train trips for every traveller, helping to bring your dream vacation to life. See the best of Canada by rail, with all your train tours, hotels, activities and transportation planned around your needs in one single booking.
How to plan the best trip in Canada?
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Highlights of a Canadian train journey
Sleep on the train
Enjoy a private cabin for your journey across Canada. Enjoy being lulled to sleep by the gentle rocking of the train looking forward to waking up in beautiful scenery. VIA Rail's Sleeper Plus luxury service level is available between Vancouver and Toronto as well as Montreal and Halifax.
Luxury Train Services
Unlock the very best on board a luxury train trip across Canada. Soak in the scenery while our tour operators dazzle you with fine dining, world-class amenities and exquisite service.
Daylight Train – See it all
The Rocky Mountaineer is a daylight only train service, designed to make sure you don’t miss a single moment of epic scenery. Enjoy delicious meals onboard from panoramic dome cars while the scenery comes to you.
Explore at a slower pace
Train travel in Canada is not high speed rail. We take things slow so that you can soak in every moment of beautiful scenery and calm reflection.
Discover spots only accessible by train
Whether it's an overnight train between Vancouver and Toronto or a day trip through the Rocky Mountains, travelling in luxury is the most enjoyable way to see the untamed landscapes of Canada.
Relax - the scenery comes to you
With specially designed domed cars the panoramic views from the train will leave you in awe. That novel you intended to read may just have to wait a little longer.
Planning a train trip to Canada and want to make it better?
Plan your trip with a Canadian Insider
You know that friendly character you met in the local café who told you to visit that well-kept regional secret which turned out to be the best part of your holiday? That's us.
Have everything organized for you
By this stage, you're already having dreams about mountains, moose and maple trees. We combine your personal preferences with our insider knowledge to save you hours of pointless internet trawling.
Get help when you need it
You’ll receive the inside scoop before you even leave home. And you can relax during your vacation because we’re only a phone call away if you have any questions while you’re in Canada.
The difference is in the details
Find the perfect train experience with the help of a Canadian Insider.
Mix and match
Can’t choose between a relaxing luxury train experience or a rejevenating stay at a rustic wilderness resort? Do both! Our Insiders can help you prioritize what’s important to you. Mix and match service levels and hotels classes so you can splurge on luxury train service throughout, or vice versa.
Choose your service level
There’s a reason the Rocky Mountaineer only runs during the day — you don’t want to miss a moment of these views! Nights are spent in small-town hotels before continuing your journey. GoldLeaf Service is in a bi-level car with dome and dining room, while SilverLeaf Service includes meal service at your seat.
Upgrade to Prestige Class
Prestige Class is a luxury experience. Available on VIA Rail’s The Canadian Train between Vancouver and Toronto, this spacious double cabin includes a special concierge service throughout your journey. This is one of our most popular upgrade options.
VIA Rail Corridor Train
The Corridor Train is primarily a commuter service, but also provides travellers with a seamless and scenic way to move between Ontario and Quebec. For the best experience we recommend Business Class, which include meal and complimentary beverage service at your seat.
Make it a circle trip
If you are finding it hard to pick which train route to take through the Rockies why not do them all? Combine multiple routes to create a circle trip through the Rockies.
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