Canadian Rockies Prestige Train Journey

Luxury sleeper-train experience in the Rockies

Spend a night aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian train in Prestige Class, with a spacious private cabin, concierge service, and panoramic views from the glass-domed viewing lounge. Then spend six nights in the heart of the Canadian Rockies — three in Jasper and three in Banff — with five days to explore through small-group sightseeing tours, gondola rides, lake cruises, and more.

Length

9 days / 8 nights

When to go

April – October

Time on train

1 day / 1 night

Your itinerary, personalized to you:

  • Decide your desired budget
  • Choose your own activities and experiences
  • Have all the details of your trip arranged for you
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Trip outline

Arrive Vancouver → 1 night Vancouver → 1 night VIA Rail → 3 nights Jasper → 3 nights Banff → Depart Calgary

Trip highlights

  • Sleep onboard VIA Rail's Canadian train in a private Prestige cabin 
  • Cruise across beautiful Maligne Lake to reach world-famous Spirit Island in Jasper
  • Travel down the spectacular Icefields Parkway, with the option to add on a helicopter tour
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Rockies' highest peaks at Sunshine Meadows in Banff 

Essential Info

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What’s Included

Hotel accommodation
Sleeper train journey in VIA Rail's Prestige Class
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

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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Welcome to Vancouver
Day 01

Welcome to Vancouver

Welcome to our hometown — a famously lovely west coast city, surrounded by mountains and ocean.

Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Dinner in Vancouver
VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver
Day 02

VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver

Board The Canadian train in Vancouver. Settle into your private cabin and watch the ever-changing scenery as you travel through beautiful British Columbia. See lush farmland and berry fields, winding river canyons, and pristine forests.

FlyOver Canada Admission
Private Transfer to Train Station
VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper
Day 03

VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper

Awake to see the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies all around you, including Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. After breakfast, step off the train in the charming mountain town of Jasper and get ready to explore Jasper National Park.

Transfer from Train Station to Hotel
Explore Jasper National Park
Day 04

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:
Private Guided Nature Walk
Maligne Lake Tour with Cruise
Jasper Motorcycle Sidecar Tour
Explore Jasper National Park
Day 05

Explore Jasper National Park

Spend another day exploring Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Jasper Skytram Experience with Shuttle
Athabasca River Scenic Rafting
Jasper Evening Discovery Tour
Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Banff
Day 06

Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Banff

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

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Tour to Banff
Private Icefields Sightseeing with Heli-Tour (Extra Cost)
Explore Banff National Park
Day 07

Explore Banff National Park

Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and head out for a day of exploration.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Banff Sightseeing Tour and Gondola Ride
Cowboy Cookout Lunch by Horse-Drawn Wagon
Johnston Canyon E-Bike and Hike
Explore the Canadian Rockies
Day 08

Explore the Canadian Rockies

Explore the beautiful lakes and mountain valleys of the Canadian Rockies on your choice of tour.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Yoho and Kootenay National Park Tour
Guided Hike at Sunshine Meadows
Moraine Lake Sunrise or Sunset Tour
Depart from Calgary
Day 09

Depart from Calgary

Today, your dream week in the Canadian Rockies comes to an end. The fresh air and colourful sights of the Rockies transform into the open skies of the Albertan plains as you travel to Calgary. 

Transfer to Calgary Airport

Scheduled Departure Dates

Our itineraries are planned around train-service schedules. Ask one of our Canadian Insiders about available dates and the different ways to personalize this trip - including adding days in select destinations.

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Accommodations

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Trip Add-Ons

Here are some of the most popular add-on experiences and upgrades that work with this itinerary.

Ways to personalize your trip

Add or remove days

Want more time somewhere? Our Canadian Insiders can tailor your itinerary around the train schedule.

Change and add activities

Swap, add, or skip activities in any destination to match your interests and desired pace.

Upgrade your hotels

Mix hotel categories between destinations to match your budget and travel style.

Upgrade your train service

Choose GoldLeaf on Rocky Mountaineer or Prestige on VIA Rail — our Insiders can walk you through both.

Reverse your route

Depending on the train schedule, this itinerary may be available in either direction.

Add other experiences

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