Ultimate Canadian Rockies by Train
Length
10 days / 9 nights
Time on train
3 days / 1 night
Ultimate Canadian Rockies by Train
Take a train trip on the Canadian Pacific Railway
Spend a night in a private cabin on the train as you head into the Canadian Rockies. Wake up and see the peaks of the mountains come into view. Keep your eyes open for wildlife, as you are likely to see elk, bears, and bald eagles. Spend the next 4 days exploring the Rockies from Jasper to Banff, before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train back to Vancouver.
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- Decide your desired budget
- Choose your own activities and experiences
- Have all the details of your trip arranged for you
Your itinerary, personalized to you:
- Decide your desired budget
- Choose your own activities and experiences
- Have all the details of your trip arranged for you
Take a train trip on the Canadian Pacific Railway
Spend a night in a private cabin on the train as you head into the Canadian Rockies. Wake up and see the peaks of the mountains come into view. Keep your eyes open for wildlife, as you are likely to see elk, bears, and bald eagles. Spend the next 4 days exploring the Rockies from Jasper to Banff, before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train back to Vancouver.

Sleep in a private cabin on the VIA Rail train
Scenic rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer
Sightsee along the Icefields Parkway
See the best of Banff and Jasper National Parks
Trip outline
Arrive Vancouver → 2 nights Vancouver → 1 night VIA Rail → 2 nights Jasper → 2 nights Banff → 1 night Kamloops → 1 night Vancouver → Depart Vancouver

Trip highlights
- Sleep in a private cabin on the VIA Rail train
- Scenic rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer
- Sightsee along the Icefields Parkway
- See the best of Banff and Jasper National Parks
See inside the trains
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Sample Itinerary

Arrive in Vancouver
Welcome to Vancouver, one of the world's most beautiful cities, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean. From the very beginning, we ensure your vacation is off to the best start. We’ve taken care of every detail — from your excursions to the best dining experiences.

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.

VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver
Board The Canadian train in Vancouver. Settle into your private cabin and watch the ever-changing scenery as you travel through beautiful British Columbia. See lush farmland and berry fields, winding river canyons, and pristine forests.

VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper
Awake to see the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies all around you, including Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. After breakfast, step off the train in the charming mountain town of Jasper and get ready to explore Jasper National Park.

Explore Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park — the largest park in the Canadian Rockies — is one of our favourite destinations. You can look forward to spending the day exploring Canada’s most authentic mountain town, where the wild never left the wilderness.

Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Banff
Travel along the spine of the Rockies on one of the most beautiful routes in the world — the Icefields Parkway. Along the way, watch for cascading waterfalls and dramatic peaks, mountain goats, elk, and even bears.

Explore Banff National Park
Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and head out to explore Banff National Park at your chosen pace.

Rocky Mountaineer Train – Banff to Kamloops
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train for the second part of your rail adventure. Just sit back and enjoy the breathtaking beauty as you pass Banff and Yoho National Parks.

Rocky Mountaineer Train – Kamloops to Vancouver
Board the Rocky Mountaineer again and continue your train journey through British Columbia's interior. By the evening, you'll be in beautiful Vancouver.

Your Canadian train vacation ends
Much too soon, leave the fresh air and mountains of Canada behind you as you journey home.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver...
Arrive in Vancouver
Day 2
Explore Vancouver
Explore Vancouver
Day 3
VIA Rail - Depart V...
VIA Rail - Depart Vancouver
Day 4
VIA Rail - Arrive i...
VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper
Scheduled Departure Dates
Our itineraries are planned around train-service schedules. Ask one of our Canadian Insiders about available dates and the different ways to personalize this trip - including adding days in select destinations.
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Accommodations
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Trip Add-Ons
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Ways to personalize your trip
Add or remove days
Want more time somewhere? Our Canadian Insiders can tailor your itinerary around the train schedule.
Change and add activities
Swap, add, or skip activities in any destination to match your interests and desired pace.
Upgrade your hotels
Mix hotel categories between destinations to match your budget and travel style.
Upgrade your train service
Choose GoldLeaf on Rocky Mountaineer or Prestige on VIA Rail — our Insiders can walk you through both.
Reverse your route
Depending on the train schedule, this itinerary may be available in either direction.
Add other experiences
Ask our Insiders about adding other destinations, an Alaska cruise, or a Northern Lights adventure.
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