Peaks and Prairies Train Journey
Length
11 days / 10 nights
Time on train
4 days / 1 night
Train type
Where it goes
When to go
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
Travel on Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail
Glass-domed upper level on Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf service
GoldLeaf’s dedicated lower dining room
GoldLeaf’s outdoor viewing platform
Oversized glass-dome windows in Rocky Mountaineer’s SilverLeaf service
SilverLeaf’s in-seat meal service
VIA Rail’s cozy Cabin for Two in Sleeper Plus
The classic dining car on VIA Rail
The upper viewing level on VIA Rail’s Park Car
The Bullet Lounge on VIA Rail’s Park Car
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Trip Itinerary
Arrive in Vancouver
Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean.
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.
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.
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.
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 you’ll see turquoise waters surrounded by glacier-clad peaks. Relax, stroll by the lake, or take out a canoe.
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.
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, 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.
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.
Depart from Winnipeg
Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and friendly faces of Canada.
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
Arrive in Vancouver
Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean.
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.
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.
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.
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 you’ll see turquoise waters surrounded by glacier-clad peaks. Relax, stroll by the lake, or take out a canoe.
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.
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, 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.
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.
Depart from Winnipeg
Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and friendly faces of Canada.
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Prices
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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.
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.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Nestled within Alberta’s magnificent Jasper National Park, the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and plenty of wildlife. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, world-class golf course, and award-winning spa.
Inn at the Forks
In the heart of downtown Winnipeg, right where the Assiniboine River meet the Red River, lies the Inn at the Forks. The hotel’s superb location means that the city’s top attractions, including the Forks National Historic Site, are all nearby.
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See the Northern Lights
Did you know that you can see the Northern Lights in Canada during fall? Fly north from Vancouver or Calgary and land in prime aurora viewing territory. We’ll arrange it all! Your accommodations, guided lights viewing experience, dog carting, sightseeing, fishing, and more.
Add an Alaska Cruise
Ask us to pair you up with your style of cruise and discover Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage.
Celebrate an occasion
Honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, or the fulfillment of a lifelong goal, our team is ready to make it a celebration to remember. From arranging a bottle of champagne to putting together a helicopter picnic for two on top of a mountain at sunset, we're ready to make your dreams a reality.
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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