Rockies Winter Wonderland by Train
Length
9 days / 8 nights
Time on train
1 day / 1 night
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When to go
December – March
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Winter train trip through the Canadian Rockies
Enjoy a magical Canadian winter adventure. Settle into your cozy train cabin in Vancouver, sleeping onboard as snow falls outside. Wake in a Rockies winter wonderland for a week of discovery, fun, and indulgence.
Overnight journey on VIA Rail from Vancouver to Jasper
Splendour of Banff and Jasper National Parks in winter
Stay at the majestic Chateau Lake Louise
Winter adventures at your own pace
Choose from dog sledding, ice walks, snow shoeing, wildlife spotting and more
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Begin Your Canadian Winter Vacation
The cool, fresh air is invigorating as you start your Canadian winter train vacation. Vancouver’s relatively mild weather is a great introduction, but look to the north and discover the winter scene you’ve been dreaming of — Vancouver’s coastal mountains stand before you covered in pure white snow.
- Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Bypass the crowds and start making the most of your vacation. A friendly driver welcomes you to the city.
Discover Vancouver
With a mild climate and so much to do, it’s no wonder people flock to this west coast city! Take the day to explore Vancouver.
- Vancouver and Capilano Park Tour
- Dinner in Vancouver
Dine at one of our favourite harbourside restaurants. Watch seaplanes land and enjoy views of the North Shore Mountains.
VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver
Board The Canadian train in Vancouver and begin your eastward journey to Jasper. Pass through the varied landscape of British Columbia's Fraser Valley.
- Private Transfer to Train Station
VIA Rail – Arrive in Jasper
After travelling through BC's Cariboo Mountains, arrive in Jasper National Park. Get ready to explore the charming mountain town of Jasper and the stunning Canadian Rockies.
- Jasper Orientation Tour and Transfer
Explore Jasper
Jasper is a great base to explore Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies. The small town of Jasper offers visitors a laid-back mountain experience with equal opportunities for adventure, discovery and relaxation.
- Morning Wildlife Discovery Tour of Jasper
Take in the beautiful winter landscape and spot wildlife around Jasper on a sightseeing bus tour.
- Suggested Add-On: Jasper Walking Food Tour
On this afternoon tasting tour, sample Canadian classics, locally brewed beers, and globally inspired cuisine.
Travel the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise
Breathe in the fresh mountain air and sip a warm cup of coffee before you travel to Lake Louise today. Once there, you will have yet another wonderful landscape to admire and explore.
- Interpretive Transfer to Lake Louise
- Suggested Upgrade: Winter Heli Safari (Extra Cost)
Travel along the Icefields Parkway with a private guide. Stop at Abraham Lake to soar above the mountains by helicopter, then see beautiful bubble formations trapped in ice.
- Lake Louise Sleigh Ride
Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the sparkling snow. Enjoy views of the Chateau Lake Louise and spectacular mountain scenery.
- Feature Dinner: Lake Louise Fondue
A delicious fondue dinner in a cozy restaurant is the perfect way to spend a winter evening.
Lake Louise to Banff
Later this morning, travel the short distance from Lake Louise to Banff. Banff is the liveliest of the mountain towns on your Canadian holiday. There are plenty of quaint shops to visit, and the sweet smell of homemade maple fudge will lure you in for a truly delicious experience.
- Transfer to Banff
Explore Banff
The town of Banff is nestled amidst the soaring peaks of Banff National Park, Canada’s oldest national park. The park is home to some of the most captivating scenery in North America. Banff is small enough to walk around and has plenty of world-class eateries and boutiques.
- Dogsledding Tour
Travel to the Canmore area, where you will meet a team of friendly huskies waiting to whisk you through the snowy wilderness. Harness the dogs and drive the team yourself, or simply enjoy the experience as a passenger.
- Johnston Canyon Icewalk Tour
Explore Johnston Canyon with the help of ice cleats. As you wander along the catwalks built into the canyon walls, enjoy the views of the gorge below.
- Paint Pots Snowshoe Tour
Snowshoe across the frozen Vermilion River and through the forest to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure within Banff National Park.
- Banff Sightseeing Tour and Daytime/Evening Gondola
On a morning small-group bus tour, discover Banff’s unique heritage, enchanting folklore, and stunning backdrop in the Canadian Rockies. Choose a daytime Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain after your tour, or take the Gondola at dusk and experience the Nightrise light show.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1
Begin Your Canadian...
Begin Your Canadian Winter Vacation
Day 2
Discover Vancouver
Discover Vancouver
Day 3
VIA Rail - Depart V...
VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver
Day 4
VIA Rail – Arrive i...
VIA Rail – Arrive in Jasper
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Located in Banff National Park, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks, a frozen lake, and the impressive Victoria Glacier. Winter activities include ice skating, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and sleigh rides.
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See the Northern Lights
Did you know that Canada is home to some of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights? Fly north from Vancouver or Calgary and land in prime aurora viewing territory. We’ll arrange it all! Your accommodations, guided lights viewing experience, dogsledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and more.
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