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Which Rocky Mountaineer tours can you choose from?

Rocky Mountaineer train tours feature two-day daylight rail journeys through the Canadian Rockies, with hotel stays overnight between rail days. Personalized trips that include SilverLeaf service on the train start from $6,170 CAD per person, with GoldLeaf available as the premium service upgrade.

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Essential Rockies by Train

6 days • April – October

Places visited: Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff

2027 trips at 2026 prices

Complete Canadian Rockies by Train

8 days • April – October

Places visited: Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff

Rocky Mountaineer train rounding a bend in the track with a mountain range in the background.

Circle the Canadian Rockies by Train

10 days • April – October

Places visited: Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper

Rocky Mountaineer travelling past Cheakamus Canyon on the Rainforest to Goldrush Route

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Which Rocky Mountaineer rail trips are most popular?

Canadian Train Vacations by Fresh Tracks Canada offers Rocky Mountaineer trips built around the train operator’s Canadian routes, with different itineraries depending on how much time you want to spend exploring the Rockies.

Popular Canadian Train Vacations with Rocky Mountaineer

Trip	Length	Rocky Mountaineer route	Time on train	Destinations	From ($ CAD pp)
Essential Rockies by Train	6 days / 5 nights	First Passage to the West (Vancouver to Lake Louise)	2 days	Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff	From $6,170 CAD per person
Complete Canadian Rockies by Train	8 days / 7 nights	Journey Through the Clouds (Vancouver to Jasper)	2 days	Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff	From $7,130 CAD per person
Circle the Canadian Rockies by Train	10 days / 9 nights	First Passage to the West + Journey Through the Clouds	4 days	Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper, Kamloops, Vancouver	From $9,140 CAD per person
Glaciers, Lakes, and Fall Colours in the Rockies	8 days / 7 nights	Journey Through the Clouds (Vancouver to Jasper)	2 days	Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Glacier View Lodge, Banff	From $9,050 CAD per person
Springtime in the Rockies	8 days / 7 nights	Journey Through the Clouds (Vancouver to Jasper)	2 days	Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff	From $6,950 CAD per person

Which Rocky Mountaineer routes are used?

First Passage to the West

First Passage to the West travels between Vancouver and Banff or Lake Louise, with an overnight hotel stay in Kamloops. The route follows the historic Canadian Pacific Railway through the Fraser Canyon and into the Canadian Rockies.

Explore: Vancouver to Banff train route

Journey Through the Clouds

Journey Through the Clouds travels between Vancouver and Jasper via Kamloops. Highlights include the North Thompson River and views of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.

Explore: Vancouver to Jasper train route

Rainforest to Gold Rush

Rainforest to Gold Rush travels between Vancouver and Jasper via Whistler and Quesnel. This three-day route combines coastal scenery, the Cariboo region and the Canadian Rockies. 2026 is the final season for Rainforest to Gold Rush, and the route will not operate in 2027.

Explore: Rainforest to Gold Rush route

View of Miette River from the GoldLeaf outdoor viewing platform on Rocky Mountaineer

Combine two routes for more time on Rocky Mountaineer
I recommend combining First Passage to the West and Journey Through the Clouds if you’d like to start and end your vacation in Vancouver. Each route offers different scenery, and you’ll spend more days onboard Rocky Mountaineer.

Shannon Brand
Vacation Advisor at Canadian Train Vacations by Fresh Tracks Canada

GoldLeaf versus SilverLeaf

Woman looking out of GoldLeaf window on the Rocky Mountaineer train

Guests looking at scenery from their seats on the upper level of a GoldLeaf coach while Rocky Mountaineer host gives commentary

Couples enjoying breakfast in the dining room of the GoldLeaf coach on Rocky Mountaineer train

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GoldLeaf

GoldLeaf is Rocky Mountaineer’s highest service level. GoldLeaf includes assigned seating on the upper level of a bi-level glass-dome coach, gourmet meals served in a dining room, a large open-air viewing platform, and more space to move around during the journey.

Explore: Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf service

Seated senior couple smile at Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf train host as they are served dessert

Guests taking photos of the scenery from inside a SilverLeaf coach on the Rocky Mountaineer train

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SilverLeaf

SilverLeaf offers a relaxed experience with assigned seating next to oversized windows in a single-level glass-dome coach. Hot entree meals are served at your seat throughout the day. There is a small outdoor viewing area between coaches.

Explore: Rocky Mountaineer's SilverLeaf service

Both SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf can accommodate a range of accessibility and mobility needs; GoldLeaf includes an elevator as well as a spiral staircase between the upper seating and lower dining levels, while SilverLeaf’s single-level layout requires less moving around while on the train.

Compare GoldLeaf vs SilverLeaf Rocky Mountaineer service options in our guide.

How long are Rocky Mountaineer tours and what is included?

Canadian Train Vacations builds Rocky Mountaineer packages around the rail journey, combining the train with hotels, transfers, sightseeing and time in destinations such as Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Calgary.

A typical Canadian Train Vacations itinerary can include:

Two days of daylight rail travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service
Overnight hotel accommodation between rail days, including Kamloops or Quesnel depending on the route
Breakfast and lunch, snacks and beverages aboard Rocky Mountaineer
Hotels before and after the train journey
Pre-arranged transfers between train stations, hotels and included activities
A choice of sightseeing experiences in the Canadian Rockies
Additional nights and destinations

Our Canadian Insiders personalize the itinerary with different hotel options, activities and trip extensions. Special offers may be available on selected departures.

Trip length	What it covers	From ($ CAD pp)
6 days	Rocky Mountaineer plus time in destinations such as Banff and Lake Louise, with hotels, transfers and sightseeing excursions	From $6,170 CAD per person
8 to 9 days	Rocky Mountaineer plus a broader Canadian Rockies itinerary that can include Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff and sightseeing excursions	From $6,950 CAD per person
10 to 12 days	Two different Rocky Mountaineer routes in one vacation, with time exploring Vancouver, Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff	From $9,140 CAD per person
11 to 20 days	A longer rail vacation combining Rocky Mountaineer with VIA Rail sleeper and daytime trains for an across-Canada journey, with time in the Canadian Rockies and major Canadian cities	From $11,140 CAD per person

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Glaciers, Lakes, and Fall Colours in the Rockies

Experience an unforgettable 8-day journey through the Canadian Rockies, including two spectacular days aboard Rocky Mountaineer and time in Banff and Jasper. Stay overnight at Glacier View Lodge, overlooking the awe-inspiring Columbia Icefield, and venture onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Available only in September, this special trip offers excellent wildlife viewing and beautiful fall colours.

Available:
September
Length:
8 days
Time on train:
2 days
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Train type:
Rocky Mountaineer

When is the best month for a Rocky Mountaineer tour?

The best time for a Rocky Mountaineer tour depends on the scenery, weather and travel experience you prefer. The season runs from mid-April to mid-October.

Mid-September to early October: Early fall brings cooler temperatures and seasonal foliage in parts of the Canadian Rockies and Western Canada. It’s a great time for wildlife viewing due to the elk rut, salmon run, and bears preparing for hibernation.
June to early September: Summer offers the longest daylight hours and warmest weather, making it a popular time for sightseeing in Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise. Lakes have thawed and show their brilliant turquoise colours again.
April to May: Spring can offer some of the lowest starting prices of the Rocky Mountaineer season, along with brilliant views of snow-capped mountains and rushing waterfalls. Another great time for viewing wildlife as animals emerge after the cold winter.

Whatever time of year you choose, Rocky Mountaineer is designed as a relaxed, comfortable sightseeing experience, with daylight rail travel and hotel stays overnight rather than sleeping on the train.

Man takes photo of scenic river from Rocky Mountaineer train car

Keep your camera ready
I always keep my camera or phone close by rather than packed away. Wildlife sightings and dramatic views can appear quickly, especially as you travel through the Canadian Rockies.

Angie Bosworth
Vacation Advisor at Canadian Train Vacations by Fresh Tracks Canada

Featured trip

Springtime in the Rockies

Spring is a colourful season in the Rockies! Bears emerge from hibernation, frozen glacial lakes begin to thaw, and waterfalls are at their most powerful. Experience an unforgettable journey on Rocky Mountaineer as you travel to the Rockies, then discover the best of Banff and Jasper national parks on small group tours.

Available:
April – May
Length:
8 days
Time on train:
2 days
Price from:
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Train type:
Rocky Mountaineer

What should you know before booking a Rocky Mountaineer tour?

A few practical details can help you decide whether a Rocky Mountaineer train tour is right for you:

Train travel is during daylight hours. Rocky Mountaineer is designed for sightseeing, so the train travels by day and you stay in a hotel overnight between rail days.
The pace is relaxed. Guests remain in comfortable assigned seating for much of the journey, with meals, beverages and onboard commentary provided during the day.
The full vacation can be personalized. Canadian Train Vacations can combine the rail journey with hotels, transfers, sightseeing and additional time in the Canadian Rockies.
Prices vary by trip, date and service level. Your overall cost will depend on factors such as SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf, hotel choices, trip length and included activities.
Popular departures are worth planning ahead for. Summer dates and GoldLeaf can sell out early, so it is best to book at least six months in advance.

Plan your Rocky Mountaineer tour with a Canadian Insider

Tell us which Rocky Mountaineer route interests you, whether you prefer SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf, and how much time you want to spend exploring the Canadian Rockies. Our Canadian Insiders can create a personalized rail vacation with hotels, transfers and sightseeing selected to match your interests and needs.

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