RM FPW Castle Mountain 2 NH 2016 CREDIT Rocky Mountaineer

Across Canada by Train

4.9
16 reviews

Length

13 days / 12 nights

Time on train

5 days / 3 nights

Train type

Where it goes

When to go

May – September

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Take the train across Canada

Fill your desire for the energy of big cities and the calmness of nature. As you journey by train across the country, you‘ll see how diverse Canada‘s landscape is.

Route map of Across Canada by Train trip from Vancouver to Toronto
Highlights of your trip

Rail journeys on VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer

Spend five days in the Canadian Rockies

Choice of activities catered to your interests

Unique Fresh Tracks experiences

Stay at the Chateau Lake Louise

See glaciers, emerald lakes, forests and wildlife

Top experiences and features

Man and woman enjoy a cup of coffee in VIA sleeper car

Enjoy your Sleeper train experience

Settle into the rhythm of VIA Rail's Canadian Train for 3 nights.

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What’s Included

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sample Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrive In Toronto

Welcome to Toronto! The sights and sounds of Canada’s largest city welcome you as you arrive in the heart of downtown.

  • Private Transfer from Toronto Airport
Day 02

Explore Toronto

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

    You have 3 options to choose from today:
  • Niagara Falls Day Tour
  • Small Group Food Walking Tour in Toronto
  • Toronto Sightseeing Tour and Evening CN Tower Dinner
Day 03

VIA Rail - Depart Toronto

Board The Canadian train in Toronto and begin your transcontinental journey west. Travel north into Ontario's picturesque lake country.     

Day 04

VIA Rail - Ontario

Head west through the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield and into the province of Manitoba.

  • The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
Day 05

VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies

Journey across the undulating plains of the Prairie provinces — Saskatchewan and Alberta.     

Day 06

VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper

See the magnificent Rocky Mountains early this morning as you arrive in Jasper. 

  • Jasper Orientation Tour and Transfer
  • Suggested Evening Add-Ons: Wildlife Tour, Skytram Ride, or Hiking Culinary Tour
Day 07

Explore Jasper National Park

Jasper’s wide-open valleys are enticing to a variety of wildlife and are incredibly breathtaking. Spend the day exploring Jasper National Park on your style of tour.   

    You have 3 options to choose from today:
  • Jasper Motorcycle Sidecar Tour
  • Maligne Lake Tour with Cruise
  • Privately Guided Nature Walk
Day 08

Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Lake Louise

Travel along the spine of the Rockies, on one of the most beautiful roads in the world — the Icefields Parkway — to picture-perfect Lake Louise.   

    You have 2 options to choose from today:
  • Icefields Parkway Tour to Lake Louise
  • Six Glaciers Helicopter and Icefields Tour

Sample Itinerary

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  • Day 1

    Arrive In Toronto

    Arrive In Toronto

  • Day 2

    Explore Toronto

    Explore Toronto

  • Day 3

    VIA Rail - Depart T...

    VIA Rail - Depart Toronto

  • Day 4

    VIA Rail - Ontario

    VIA Rail - Ontario

Prices

Get your personalized quote as prices vary by departure date, train-service level and hotel class. Prices shown are our lowest rates per person, based on double occupancy, and exclude taxes.
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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.
Elk and Avenue Hotel in Banff in the summer with mountains behind

Elk + Avenue Hotel

Example of a Comfort hotel in Banff

Conveniently located in downtown Banff, the Elk and Avenue Hotel combines Banff’s alpine history with a sleek modern design. After a day of exploring, unwind in the hotel’s jacuzzi or dry sauna, then enjoy fresh Canadian cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

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Get away from the crowds on a private guided alpine hike or a private heli-tour — just two of the many activities that can be personalized as private guided experiences. Upgrade one experience or your entire trip, including private transfers and tours. Discover some of the top trips for private adventures.

What Our Customers Say

Excellent overall rating based on 16 reviews

Rocky Mountaineer portion was the best part of our trip

Rocky Mountaineer portion was the best part of our trip. We loved the food, scenery, and the story telling by staff and fellow travelers.

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Donald and Jenny

PA, USA

Insider Tips

For me, the cross-Canada trips are the perfect blend of diversion and relaxation. My favorite stretch is the descent from the Rockies' alpine forests into the panoramic vistas of the prairies.

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Greg

Canadian Insider

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