Canadian Rockies to Toronto by Train
Length
12 days / 11 nights
Time on train
3 days / 3 nights
Train type
Where it goes
When to go
May – October
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Canadian Rockies and a sleeper-train journey
Visit big cities and charming mountain towns on this 12-day vacation across Canada! Discover western culture in Calgary, explore the highlights of the Canadian Rockies, and take the sleeper train from Jasper to Toronto.
Sleep onboard The Canadian train as you travel across Canada
Tour the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic highways
Five nights in the Canadian Rockies, including one night at Chateau Lake Louise
Explore the highlights of Jasper and Banff national parks
See ancient glaciers, emerald lakes, forests and wildlife
Option to visit Niagara Falls on a day tour from Toronto
See inside the train
The upper viewing level on VIA Rail’s Park Car
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Arrive in Calgary
Welcome to the city of Calgary, where the prairies end and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains begin.
Calgary to Banff
After a morning of discovery in Calgary, transfer through the rolling foothills of the Canadian Rockies to the mountain town of Banff.
Explore Banff National Park
Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and explore Banff National Park in your chosen way.
Banff to Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise today, where turquoise waters are surrounded by glacier-clad peaks. Relax, stroll by the lake, or take out a canoe.
Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy an all-day trip down the spine of the Canadian Rockies, on one of the most spectacular roads in the world.
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.
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper
Board The Canadian train in Jasper. Settle into your private cabin and take in the spectacular views as you leave Canada's iconic Rocky Mountains behind.
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.
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Accommodations
Elk + Avenue Hotel
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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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.
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.
Greg
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