Peaks and Prairies Train Journey
Length
11 days / 10 nights
Time on train
4 days / 1 night
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April – October
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Beautiful train trip from Vancouver to Winnipeg
Ride the Rocky Mountaineer sightseeing train and the VIA Rail sleeper train on your journey to Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba. Along the way, stop to explore Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper in the Canadian Rockies.
Spectacular rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer
Sleep onboard The Canadian train as you travel across the Canadian Prairies
Tour the Icefields Parkway, a highlight of the Canadian Rockies
Explore Jasper and Banff National Parks
Wildlife spotting and photo opportunities along the way
Visit The Forks, a unique historic site and marketplace in Winnipeg
See inside the trains
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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
Bypass the crowds and start making the most of your vacation. A friendly driver welcomes you to the city.
- Dinner in Vancouver
Dine at one of our favourite harbourside restaurants. Watch seaplanes land and enjoy views of the North Shore Mountains.

Explore Vancouver
Explore Vancouver, a coastal city on the mainland of British Columbia. The city’s modern, high-rise buildings sit between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, in a truly picturesque setting of soaring peaks, ancient forests, and sandy beaches.
- Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour
Begin your day with a scenic ferry sailing between the mainland and Vancouver Island. Enjoy leisure time in Victoria, then visit world-renowned Butchart Gardens.
- Whistler Day Tour
Explore the Sea to Sky highway with a guide — pass stunning mountain ranges, the world's second-largest granite monolith and Shannon Falls, and discover the beauty of Howe Sound's coastal fjord.
- Vancouver and the North Shore Tour
Visit Vancouver's main attractions and neighbourhoods. Highlights include Stanley Park, Granville Island, Vancouver Lookout and Capilano Suspension Bridge.
- Whistler Day Tour
Explore the Sea to Sky highway with a guide — pass stunning mountain ranges, the world's second-largest granite monolith and Shannon Falls, then discover the beauty of Howe Sound from the Sea to Sky Gondola and Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge.

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
This morning, enjoy a short journey to the train station.
- Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Rocky Mountaineer daylight trains feature glass-dome cars with oversized windows, gourmet meals, and friendly, attentive staff. Ask your Vacation Advisor about the differences between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf service.

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
Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and explore Banff National Park in your chosen way.
- Afternoon Banff Sightseeing Tour with Gondola
On an exclusive small group tour, discover Banff’s folklore and natural history before a gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.
- Lake Minnewanka Nature Cruise with Sightseeing Tour
Explore Banff's picturesque lakes and wetlands as you make your way along the Minnewanka Loop on an exclusive small-group tour. Included is an unforgettable boat cruise offering wide-open views of the Canadian Rockies.
- Cowboy Cookout Lunch by Horse-Drawn Wagon
Embrace the fresh mountain air on a morning wagon ride along the base of Sulphur Mountain. Midway, enjoy a tasty BBQ lunch and experience authentic cowboy hospitality and entertainment.

Banff to Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise today, where you’ll see turquoise waters surrounded by glacier-clad peaks. Relax, stroll by the lake, or take out a canoe.
- Yoho National Park Tour to Lake Louise
On an exclusive one-way sightseeing tour, discover Yoho National Park. Crossing the Continental Divide, visit the Spiral Tunnels, Takkakaw Falls and see Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge before taking a stroll around Moraine Lake.

Lake Louise 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.
- Icefields Parkway Tour to Jasper
Travel along the Icefields Parkway on this full-day tour. Walk on the Athabasca Glacier, stop for lunch, and step bravely onto the Columbia Icefield Skywalk.
- Six Glaciers Helicopter and Icefields Tour (ask about a complimentary upgrade)
We highly recommend this premium experience. Tour with a small group along the Icefields Parkway, before soaring by helicopter over aqua-green lakes, glaciers, and waterfalls. This tour is exclusive to our guests.

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.
- Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
Whether you're a photography enthusiast or simply want to take pictures from your cell phone, you will get some great shots of Jasper on this early morning guided tour.
- Transfer from Hotel to Train Station
- The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
Watch the changing scenery from the train's viewing cars and enjoy hot meals in the dining car. Ask your Vacation Advisor about the differences between Sleeper Plus Class and Prestige Class.

VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies
Make your way across the undulating plains of the Prairie Provinces, where 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. Arrive in Winnipeg, the capital city of Manitoba, late this evening.
- Private Transfer from Train Station
A friendly driver will meet you at the train station and take you to your hotel in Winnipeg.

Explore Winnipeg
Winnipeg is a lively city with a mix of heritage, turn-of-the-20th-century buildings and innovative, eye-catching architecture. Discover the city's best sights today.
- Winnipeg Highlights Tour
Explore Winnipeg on a half-day private sightseeing tour. Visit The Forks, Winnipeg’s French Quarter, St. Boniface Cathedral, the Exchange District, and Assiniboine Park.

Depart from Winnipeg
Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and friendly faces of Canada.
- Private Transfer to Winnipeg Airport
A friendly driver will meet you at your hotel and take you to the Winnipeg airport.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver...
Arrive in Vancouver
Day 2
Explore Vancouver
Explore Vancouver
Day 3
Rocky Mountaineer T...
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamlo...
Day 4
Rocky Mountaineer T...
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff
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