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
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Ride the Rocky Mountaineer train
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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.
- 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.
- Motorcoach Transfer to 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 and begin your eastward journey to Winnipeg.
- Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
Expert guides will help you get some great shots of Jasper on this tour, as the early morning light illuminates the park's mirror-like lakes and snow-capped peaks.
- 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.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver...
Arrive in Vancouver
Day 2
Explore Vancouver
Explore Vancouver
Day 3
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Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamlo...
Day 4
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Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff
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Accommodations
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Built into the side of a mountain, the Rimrock Resort Hotel sits high above Banff town and provides guests with spectacular views of the Bow River Valley. Banff Upper Hot Springs and the Banff Gondola are a short walk from the hotel, while other attractions are minutes away by car.
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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.
What Our Customers Say
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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Veronica, Louis, John and Elanor
PA, USA
You really spoiled us and we felt quite special on and off the train
I just want to thank you for the wonderful attention you gave us for our Canada trip. I think one of the arrangements we appreciated most was the taking of the luggage off the trai...
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CA, USA
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