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Experience the Rocky Mountains by train

From the mountain towns of Jasper and Banff to the laid-back West Coast city of Vancouver and the adventure of an overnight rail trip through the Canadian Rockies – this trip packs it all into six days.

Highlights of your trip

Overnight train ride from Jasper to Vancouver

Discover the best of Banff and Jasper National Parks in under a week

Tour along the Icefields Parkway

Savour the spectacular vistas of the Canadian Rockies

See inside the train

Passengers seated inside one of VIA Rail's dome cars

The upper viewing level on VIA Rail’s Park Car

Sit back and admire the panoramic views in this glass-domed car as you sip on a beverage from the downstairs lounge.
Closeup of a set table in the dining car with a mountain view in the background.

The classic dining car on VIA Rail

Enjoy delicious multi-course meals in the inviting dining car with its excellent table service. Large windows mean you don’t miss any scenery as you dine.
Upper and lower beds in a VIA Rail cabin for 2

VIA Rail’s cozy Cabin for Two in Sleeper Plus

This private cabin features a large window for taking in the scenery, two chairs by day and bunk beds by night, and a small washroom with a sink and toilet.
Stairs to Bullet Lounge located at back of Prestige Park car onboard VIA Rail's train, The Canadian

The Bullet Lounge on VIA Rail’s Park Car

Relax in the plush chairs of the elegant Bullet Lounge located in the lower level of the Park Car, where you can take in the view out the back of the train.
An aerial view of the Prestige cabin onboard the Canadian train.

Upgrade option: Prestige Class cabin

Ask us about a luxury upgrade to Prestige Class — the ultimate overnight train experience, this modern cabin has a plush double bed and private shower. Includes the services of a personal concierge.

Your Questions Answered

Find out what is included in your trip and have all your questions answered. We are here to help.

What’s Included

Hotel accommodation
Sleeper train experience in a private cabin
Meals onboard the train
Choice of unique guided activities
Transportation to and from airports, timed with your flights
Train station transfers
Feature dining experience at one of our favorite local restaurants
Electronic travel documentation package
Personalized Fresh Tracks Canada customer service support

Frequently Asked Questions

As our trips are personalized for our guests, there’s no fixed group schedule or rigid itinerary. You’ll be travelling independently, with the freedom to explore at your own pace, and you can choose the scheduled activities that match your interests. Our local experts will plan and coordinate your travel details and offer guidance and support throughout your trip.

Absolutely! We personalize all our guests’ trips to fit their exact tastes and needs:

  • Add extra days: Spend more time at locations you’d like to explore.
  • Modify the route and stops: Omit areas that don’t interest you, add destinations and iconic landmarks, or adjust the direction of your itinerary.
  • Pick your experiences: Choose from our vast selection of small-group sightseeing tours and unique local activities.

Simply discuss your travel goals with our local travel experts and they'll ensure your trip aligns with your preferences and budget.

About one in five of our travelers requires mobility-related support, so we’re experienced in making adjustments to suit a range of needs. While some activities and transportation are more flexible than others, our Canadian Insiders will recommend the best options for your mobility and activity level, ensuring you have a comfortable and unforgettable trip.

We offer a range of carefully selected hotels to suit your preferences for comfort, location, and experience. Our accommodation options are typically categorized as follows:

  • Comfort Level: Quality 3-star hotels with great locations and excellent service.
  • Superior/Boutique Level: Upscale 4-star properties that offer additional character and charm, providing a memorable experience without the premium price.
  • Deluxe Level: Luxurious 5-star properties, often iconic Fairmont hotels with rich history, exclusive amenities, and unforgettable views.

Sometimes we use the same hotel for more than one category and distinguish the room by size, floor level, or view. Our team can help you choose the ideal hotel level based on availability, your preferences, and the experience you’re looking for. For more examples, check out the accommodation section of the trip page or ask one of our Canadian Insiders for recommendations.

Because each of our trips is fully customized, the total cost depends on your travel dates, preferred accommodations, train service level, and chosen activities.

To ensure you get an accurate estimate, our local experts will take the time to understand your preferences and specific needs. Based on this information, they’ll provide you with a personalized quote that clearly outlines what’s included.

Depending on the trip class level you choose, you could have a mix of motorcoach journeys, small-group sightseeing tours, and private transfers. Once you've booked your trip, we will provide more information about where each driver will meet you.

Our personalized trips include much more than just train tickets. When you book with Fresh Tracks Canada, you receive expertly curated hotel accommodations and excursions tailored to your interests, plus airport, train and hotel transfers — ensuring a seamless travel experience from start to finish.

In Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail's Canadian Train, your experience includes:

  • A private cabin: Your cabin features comfortable daytime seating that converts to bunk-style beds at night, plus a sink and toilet. A shared shower is available nearby.
  • Delicious meals: Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner in the classic dining car. Meals are prepared by chefs onboard the train.
  • Scenic viewing cars: Relax and enjoy panoramic views of the passing scenery in the glass-domed upper level of the Skyline and Prestige Park cars. These are great places to socialize with fellow travelers.
  • Complimentary refreshments: Tea, coffee, and snacks are available throughout the journey. Non-alcoholic drinks are included in Sleeper Plus, while alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.

Our trip itineraries allow you to choose your preferred activities and excursions in each location. You can pick from a range of small-group and private sightseeing experiences, including guided hiking and walking, food tours, lake cruises, helicopter flights, and sightseeing by vehicle.

Some of our guests are very active, while others simply want to relax. Let us know your interests and physical activity level and we will find the best excursions for you.

Sample Itinerary

Speak to one of our Canadian Insiders about personalizing this trip. Some of our trips can be done in the reverse direction.
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Calgary to the Canadian Rockies
Day 01

Calgary to the Canadian Rockies

Travel from Calgary to the Canadian Rockies. From the very beginning, we take care to ensure that your vacation gets off to the best start. We’ve planned every detail — from your excursions to the best dining experiences. Start to explore Banff, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the charm of a small mountain community.

Transfer from Calgary Airport to Banff
Dinner in Banff
Explore Banff
Day 02

Explore Banff

Fill your lungs with fresh Rocky Mountain air and head out for a day of exploration in Banff National Park.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Banff Sightseeing Tour and Gondola Ride
Banff E-Bike Tour
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Tour
Icefields Parkway – Banff to Jasper
Day 03

Icefields Parkway – Banff to Jasper

Travel along the spine of the Rockies on one of the most beautiful routes in the world — the Icefields Parkway. 

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Tour to Jasper
Private Icefields Sightseeing with Heli-Tour (Extra Cost)
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper
Day 04

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Board The Canadian train in Jasper. Leave Jasper National Park, cross the continental divide, and travel through beautiful British Columbia. See mountain valleys and pristine forests — keep an eye out for Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies' highest peak.

Transfer from Hotel to Train Station
Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver
Day 05

VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver

After travelling through BC’s Fraser Valley, your journey on board The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in coastal Vancouver — a spectacular city surrounded by mountains and the ocean. 

Transfer from Train Station
FlyOver Canada Admission
Depart Vancouver
Day 06

Depart Vancouver

Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and mountains of Canada behind. 

Private Transfer to Vancouver Airport

Sample Itinerary

Speak to one of our Canadian Insiders about personalizing this trip. Some of our trips can be done in the reverse direction.
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Day 1

Calgary to the Cana...

Calgary to the Canadian Rockies

Day 2

Explore Banff

Explore Banff

Day 3

Icefields Parkway –...

Icefields Parkway – Banff to Jasper

Day 4

VIA Rail - Depart J...

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Calgary to the Canadian Rockies

Calgary to the Canadian Rockies

Travel from Calgary to the Canadian Rockies. From the very beginning, we take care to ensure that your vacation gets off to the best start. We’ve planned every detail — from your excursions to the best dining experiences. Start to explore Banff, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the charm of a small mountain community.

Transfer from Calgary Airport to Banff
Dinner in Banff
Explore Banff

Explore Banff

Fill your lungs with fresh Rocky Mountain air and head out for a day of exploration in Banff National Park.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Banff Sightseeing Tour and Gondola Ride
Banff E-Bike Tour
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Tour
Icefields Parkway – Banff to Jasper

Icefields Parkway – Banff to Jasper

Travel along the spine of the Rockies on one of the most beautiful routes in the world — the Icefields Parkway. 

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Tour to Jasper
Private Icefields Sightseeing with Heli-Tour (Extra Cost)
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Board The Canadian train in Jasper. Leave Jasper National Park, cross the continental divide, and travel through beautiful British Columbia. See mountain valleys and pristine forests — keep an eye out for Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies' highest peak.

Transfer from Hotel to Train Station
Suggested Add On: Sunrise Photo and Wildlife Tour (extra cost)
The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver

VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver

After travelling through BC’s Fraser Valley, your journey on board The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in coastal Vancouver — a spectacular city surrounded by mountains and the ocean. 

Transfer from Train Station
FlyOver Canada Admission
Depart Vancouver

Depart Vancouver

Much too soon, you journey home — leaving the fresh air and mountains of Canada behind. 

Private Transfer to Vancouver Airport

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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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Prices

Get your personalized quote as prices vary by departure date, train-service level and hotel class. Prices shown are our lowest rates per person, based on double occupancy, and exclude taxes.

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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.

Banff Caribou Lodge in Banff with mountain backdrop and trees

Banff Caribou Lodge

Example of a Comfort hotel in Banff

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa is a short walk away from downtown Banff. Relax in one of the hotel’s cozy guest rooms, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or rent a bike and explore the local area.

Exterior rendering of the Azur Legacy Collection Hotel in Vancouver

Azur Legacy Collection Hotel

Example of a Superior hotel in Vancouver

The Azur Legacy Collection Hotel is the only property in Western Canada to be part of the Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) portfolio. Situated in downtown Vancouver, the Art Deco-inspired hotel offers a boutique experience. Enjoy dinner at the garden-like rooftop restaurant or in the beautiful lobby lounge.

The swimming pool, attached to the Main Lodge at Jasper Park Lodge

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Example of a Deluxe hotel in Jasper

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.

Pan Pacific Hotel towers over Vancouver harbour. A cruise ship is docked nearby.

Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver

Example of a Deluxe hotel in Vancouver

With its unique location atop Canada Place, the Pan Pacific Vancouver rises high above the cruise ship terminal and the Convention Centre. The hotel offers luxury accommodation in the heart of downtown.

Personalize This Itinerary

Here are some of the most popular ways to personalize this journey.

Upgrade to Prestige Class

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.

Visit Victoria, BC

Visit Victoria, BC

Add a night or two to explore the old-world charm of Victoria, on Vancouver Island. Visit the famed Butchart Gardens, go whale watching, or explore the seafront parks and museums. We recommend a stay at the Fairmont Empress - Victoria's stately crown jewel. Photo credit: Destination BC

See the Northern Lights

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.

Travel in a private group

Travel in a private group

Exploring with friends and family is the best way to create lasting memories and reconnect. Organizing once-in-a-lifetime trips for families and small groups of friends is a particular passion for us. Ask us about how our itineraries can be customized to work for your group.

What Our Customers Say

Excellent overall rating based on 28 reviews

The pace of the trip was just what we wanted

The pace of the trip was just what we wanted, not rushed, with lots of time to relax and enjoy the scenery.

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Nancy and Family

CA, USA

All the beauty of Canada was my favorite experience

Having never taken a train trip before it was a great experience. All the beauty of Canada was my favorite experience and being able to have free time to explore on our own.

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Amy and Jason

FL, USA

Your staff was excellent from start to finish!

Your staff was excellent from start to finish! Very professional and very knowledgeable. We were met every step of the way and taken to some of the most spectacular views we'd ever... 

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Marge and Family

IL, USA

We all loved taking the sleeper train from Vancouver to Jasper

The day trip to Victoria was long, but memorable. Butchart Gardens is a world class treasure. We all loved taking the sleeper train from Vancouver to Jasper best. It was such a dif... 

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Lisa, Michael and Family

OH, USA

We loved the beautiful scenery

We loved the beautiful scenery, and all connections and transfers occurred on schedule. The drivers were professional and courteous.

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Kate and Ed

PA, USA

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Insider Tips

From the snow capped mountain peaks to the vibrant lakes, dense forest, and alpine meadows you will not find a more diverse landscape with so much to offer! Skiing and hiking are just a couple of my favorite things; there is no other place I would rather call home.

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