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The perfect train trip from Vancouver to Toronto

Combine a cross-country sleeper-train journey with the luxury of Rocky Mountaineer’s daylight sightseeing train. Enjoy the convenience and comfort of train travel on this trip across Canada.

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Highlights of your trip

Spectacular rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer

Sleep onboard The Canadian train as you travel across Canada

Tour the Icefields Parkway, a highlight of the Canadian Rockies

Explore Jasper and Banff National Parks

Option to visit Lake Louise on a day tour

Wildlife spotting and photo opportunities along the way

See inside the trains

Sunset View of Canadian Rockies and Railway Track at Lake Louise

Travel on Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail

Rocky Mountaineer is an all-daylight luxury train between Vancouver and the Rockies, with the choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf service. VIA Rail's Canadian train is a sleeper train that takes you to Toronto.
Onboard Host speaks about the scenery from GoldLeaf dome on the Rocky Mountaineer Train

Glass-domed upper level on Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf service

Relax in luxury on GoldLeaf’s bi-level coach, as you take in the spectacular panoramic views and enjoy premium beverages and snacks.
Couples enjoying breakfast together in GoldLeaf dining room on the Rocky Mountaineer Train

GoldLeaf’s dedicated lower dining room

Dine on elegant meals prepared with local ingredients and watch the passing mountain scenery through the oversized windows.
View from the outdoor viewing platform of the GoldLeaf coach

GoldLeaf’s outdoor viewing platform

Breathe the fresh mountain air and get some amazing photos from the exclusive viewing platform at the back of each GoldLeaf coach.
Socializing over drinks on the Rocky Mountaineer

Oversized glass-dome windows in Rocky Mountaineer’s SilverLeaf service

SilverLeaf’s single-level dome coach offers outstanding views as Rocky Mountaineer’s hosts entertain you with stories.
Chef serving breakfast seat-side in the SilverLeaf coach of the Rocky Mountaineer train

SilverLeaf’s in-seat meal service

Enjoy drinks, snacks and regionally inspired gourmet meals served in the comfort of your plush reclining seat.
Passengers seated inside one of VIA Rail's dome cars

The upper viewing level on VIA Rail’s Park Car

Sit back and admire the panoramic views in this glass-domed car as you sip on a beverage from the downstairs lounge.
Closeup of a set table in the dining car with a mountain view in the background.

The classic dining car on VIA Rail

Enjoy delicious multi-course meals in the inviting dining car with its excellent table service. Large windows mean you don’t miss any scenery as you dine.
Upper and lower beds in a VIA Rail cabin for 2

VIA Rail’s cozy Cabin for Two in Sleeper Plus

This private cabin features a large window for taking in the scenery, two chairs by day and bunk beds by night, and a small washroom with a sink and toilet.
Stairs to Bullet Lounge located at back of Prestige Park car onboard VIA Rail's train, The Canadian

The Bullet Lounge on VIA Rail’s Park Car

Relax in the plush chairs of the elegant Bullet Lounge located in the lower level of the Park Car, where you can take in the view out the back of the train.

Your Questions Answered

Find out what is included in your trip and have all your questions answered. We are here to help.

What’s 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

Frequently Asked Questions

As our trips are personalized for our guests, there’s no fixed group schedule or rigid itinerary. You’ll be travelling independently, with the freedom to explore at your own pace, and you can choose the scheduled activities that match your interests. Our local experts will plan and coordinate your travel details and offer guidance and support throughout your trip.

Absolutely! We personalize all our guests’ trips to fit their exact tastes and needs:

  • Add extra days: Spend more time at locations you’d like to explore.
  • Modify the route and stops: Omit areas that don’t interest you, add destinations and iconic landmarks, or adjust the direction of your itinerary.
  • Pick your experiences: Choose from our vast selection of small-group sightseeing tours and unique local activities.

Simply discuss your travel goals with our local travel experts and they'll ensure your trip aligns with your preferences and budget.

About one in five of our travelers requires mobility-related support, so we’re experienced in making adjustments to suit a range of needs. While some activities and transportation are more flexible than others, our Canadian Insiders will recommend the best options for your mobility and activity level, ensuring you have a comfortable and unforgettable trip.

We offer a range of carefully selected hotels to suit your preferences for comfort, location, and experience. Our accommodation options are typically categorized as follows:

  • Comfort Level: Quality 3-star hotels with great locations and excellent service.
  • Superior/Boutique Level: Upscale 4-star properties that offer additional character and charm, providing a memorable experience without the premium price.
  • Deluxe Level: Luxurious 5-star properties, often iconic Fairmont hotels with rich history, exclusive amenities, and unforgettable views.

Sometimes we use the same hotel for more than one category and distinguish the room by size, floor level, or view. Our team can help you choose the ideal hotel level based on availability, your preferences, and the experience you’re looking for. For more examples, check out the accommodation section of the trip page or ask one of our Canadian Insiders for recommendations.

Because each of our trips is fully customized, the total cost depends on your travel dates, preferred accommodations, train service level, and chosen activities.

To ensure you get an accurate estimate, our local experts will take the time to understand your preferences and specific needs. Based on this information, they’ll provide you with a personalized quote that clearly outlines what’s included.

Depending on the trip class level you choose, you could have a mix of motorcoach journeys, small-group sightseeing tours, and private transfers. Once you've booked your trip, we will provide more information about where each driver will meet you.

Our personalized trips include much more than just train tickets. When you book with Fresh Tracks Canada, you receive expertly curated hotel accommodations and excursions tailored to your interests, plus airport, train and hotel transfers — ensuring a seamless travel experience from start to finish.

In Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail's Canadian Train, your experience includes:

  • A private cabin: Your cabin features comfortable daytime seating that converts to bunk-style beds at night, plus a sink and toilet. A shared shower is available nearby.
  • Delicious meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner in the classic dining car. Meals are prepared by chefs onboard the train.
  • Scenic viewing cars: Relax and enjoy panoramic views of the passing scenery in the glass-domed upper level of the Skyline and Prestige Park cars. These are great places to socialize with fellow travelers.
  • Complimentary refreshments: Tea, coffee, and snacks are available throughout the journey. Non-alcoholic drinks are included in Sleeper Plus, while alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.

Rocky Mountaineer is an all-daylight luxury train, offering breathtaking views of the scenery between Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies. You’ll enjoy gourmet meals, world-class service, and commentary on the wildlife, landscapes, and historic sites. You’ll stay in a hotel at night, then rejoin the train the next morning, refreshed and ready for more stunning scenery.

Service Levels:

SilverLeaf: Travel in a single-level glass-dome coach with oversized windows, assigned seats, and meals served at your seat. SilverLeaf coaches offer great wildlife viewing opportunities at eye-level.

GoldLeaf: Travel in a bi-level glass-dome coach with lounge seating on the upper level, a dining room on the lower level, and an exclusive outdoor viewing platform. GoldLeaf features taller coaches for unobstructed views above the treeline.

For more information and a detailed comparison of the Rocky Mountaineer service levels, please speak to one of our local travel experts.

Our trip itineraries allow you to choose your preferred activities and excursions in each location. You can pick from a range of small-group and private sightseeing experiences, including guided hiking and walking, food tours, lake cruises, helicopter flights, and sightseeing by vehicle.

Some of our guests are very active, while others simply want to relax. Let us know your interests and physical activity level and we will find the best excursions for you.

Sample Itinerary

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Arrive in Vancouver
Day 01

Arrive in Vancouver

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

Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Dinner in Vancouver
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamloops
Day 02

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamloops

All aboard! Settle into your seat while the smell of breakfast wafts from the galley. A small jolt announces you are on your way — look forward to a day of spectacular scenery.

Transfer to Rocky Mountaineer Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff
Day 03

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff

After your overnight stay in Kamloops, wake up refreshed and ready for another day of breathtaking beauty. Arrive in the small mountain town of Banff this evening.

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
Explore Banff National Park
Day 04

Explore Banff National Park

Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and explore Banff National Park in your chosen way.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Afternoon Banff Sightseeing Tour with Gondola
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Tour
Guided Hike at Sunshine Meadows
Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper
Day 05

Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper

Today is an all-day trip down the spine of the Canadian Rockies, on one of the most spectacular roads in the world, with lots to do along the way.

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Tour to Jasper
Six Glaciers Helicopter and Icefields Tour
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper
Day 06

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Board The Canadian train in Jasper and begin your eastward journey to Toronto. Take in the spectacular views as you leave Canada's iconic Rocky Mountains behind.

Transfer from Hotel to Train Station
Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies
Day 07

VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies

Make your way across the undulating plains of the Prairie provinces — Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Fields of green and gold stretch endlessly under an immense blue sky. When you look out the window, spot rustic barns and small farming towns.

VIA Rail - Ontario
Day 08

VIA Rail - Ontario

Awake in the province of Ontario and travel through the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield. See ancient, exposed rock, boreal forest, and countless lakes. Keep an eye out for fishing cabins perched on small islands, as well as moose and bears.

VIA Rail - Arrive in Toronto
Day 09

VIA Rail - Arrive in Toronto

After traveling south through Ontario's cottage country, your journey onboard The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in Toronto — Canada's cultural heart and largest city.

Explore Toronto
Day 10

Explore Toronto

Spend a day enjoying the quaint and colorful neighborhoods of Toronto or visit the majestic Niagara Falls. 

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Niagara Falls Day Tour
Toronto Small Group Sightseeing Tour
Food Walking Tour in Toronto
Depart from Toronto
Day 11

Depart from Toronto

Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and friendly faces of Canada.

Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport

Sample Itinerary

Speak to one of our Canadian Insiders about personalizing this trip. Some of our trips can be done in the reverse direction.
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Day 1

Arrive in Vancouver...

Arrive in Vancouver

Day 2

Rocky Mountaineer T...

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamlo...

Day 3

Rocky Mountaineer T...

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff

Day 4

Explore Banff Natio...

Explore Banff National Park

Arrive in Vancouver

Arrive in Vancouver

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

Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Dinner in Vancouver
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamloops

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamloops

All aboard! Settle into your seat while the smell of breakfast wafts from the galley. A small jolt announces you are on your way — look forward to a day of spectacular scenery.

Transfer to Rocky Mountaineer Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff

After your overnight stay in Kamloops, wake up refreshed and ready for another day of breathtaking beauty. Arrive in the small mountain town of Banff this evening.

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
Explore Banff National Park

Explore Banff National Park

Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and explore Banff National Park in your chosen way.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Afternoon Banff Sightseeing Tour with Gondola
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Tour
Guided Hike at Sunshine Meadows
Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper

Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper

Today is an all-day trip down the spine of the Canadian Rockies, on one of the most spectacular roads in the world, with lots to do along the way.

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Tour to Jasper
Six Glaciers Helicopter and Icefields Tour
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Board The Canadian train in Jasper and begin your eastward journey to Toronto. Take in the spectacular views as you leave Canada's iconic Rocky Mountains behind.

Transfer from Hotel to Train Station
Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies

VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies

Make your way across the undulating plains of the Prairie provinces — Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Fields of green and gold stretch endlessly under an immense blue sky. When you look out the window, spot rustic barns and small farming towns.

VIA Rail - Ontario

VIA Rail - Ontario

Awake in the province of Ontario and travel through the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield. See ancient, exposed rock, boreal forest, and countless lakes. Keep an eye out for fishing cabins perched on small islands, as well as moose and bears.

VIA Rail - Arrive in Toronto

VIA Rail - Arrive in Toronto

After traveling south through Ontario's cottage country, your journey onboard The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in Toronto — Canada's cultural heart and largest city.

Explore Toronto

Explore Toronto

Spend a day enjoying the quaint and colorful neighborhoods of Toronto or visit the majestic Niagara Falls. 

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Niagara Falls Day Tour
Toronto Small Group Sightseeing Tour
Food Walking Tour in Toronto
Depart from Toronto

Depart from Toronto

Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and friendly faces of Canada.

Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport

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Scheduled Departure Dates

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Accommodations

These are examples of the places you can stay on this trip. Please get in touch to discuss your options and to check availability.

Rooftop hot pool at the Moose Hotel in Banff National Park

Moose Hotel and Suites

Example of a Superior hotel in Banff

Moose Hotel and Suites is steps away from downtown Banff. Amenities include a spa, indoor pool, sauna, and on-site restaurant. Take a dip in one of the rooftop hot pools – the perfect place for checking out the spectacular mountain views.

Exterior rendering of the Azur Legacy Collection Hotel in Vancouver

Azur Legacy Collection Hotel

Example of a Superior hotel in Vancouver

The Azur Legacy Collection Hotel is the only property in Western Canada to be part of the Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) portfolio. Situated in downtown Vancouver, the Art Deco-inspired hotel offers a boutique experience. Enjoy dinner at the garden-like rooftop restaurant or in the beautiful lobby lounge.

Toronto skyline with high-rise buildings and Fairmont Royal York hotel

Fairmont Royal York

Example of a Deluxe hotel in Toronto

Situated directly across from Union Station, the Fairmont Royal York is steps away from Toronto's iconic sights and attractions. After a day of exploring, head to the hotel’s health club and spa which features an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and steam room.

Fairmont Banff Springs with mountains and river

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Example of a Deluxe hotel in Banff

Often referred to as Canada's "Castle in the Rockies," the Fairmont Banff Springs is an iconic landmark in the town of Banff. In the summer, play a round of golf at the hotel’s stunning golf course.

Personalize This Itinerary

Here are some of the most popular ways to personalize this journey.

Upgrade to Prestige Class

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.

Celebrate an occasion

Celebrate an occasion

Honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, or the fulfillment of a lifelong goal, our team is ready to make it a celebration to remember. From arranging a bottle of champagne to putting together a helicopter picnic for two on top of a mountain at sunset, we're ready to make your dreams a reality.

Add an Alaska Cruise

Add an Alaska Cruise

Ask us to pair you up with your style of cruise and discover Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage.

What Our Customers Say

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We loved the Canadian Rockies!

Our favorite part was the accommodations, tours, trains and the people. We loved the Canadian Rockies! We would have liked to have stayed longer in Vancouver.

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Insider Tips

Exploring Ontario is a must! Experience the natural wonder of Niagara Falls and visit the historic Niagara region for some of the world's best wineries. The energetic hustle-bustle of Toronto is sure to remind anyone of New York and the quaint European charm of Ottawa always reminds me of England.

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