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Explore the Canadian Rockies on this roundtrip train tour

Combine two incredible Rocky Mountaineer train journeys. Travel by rail through Whistler, Jasper, Banff and Vancouver – the scenery is varied in each direction, with some of the most magnificent scenery in the world.

Route map of Circle the Canadian Rockies by Train trip from Vancouver to Banff and back
Highlights of your trip

See Vancouver, Whistler, Banff and Jasper

Two journeys on board the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer train

Explore Banff and Jasper National Parks

Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola and Banff Gondola

Sightseeing along the Icefields Parkway

A great selection of activity choices

Top experiences and features

The Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Seton Lake on the Rainforest to Gold Rush route.

Admire the views on Rocky Mountaineer's longer route

Take Rocky Mountaineer's northerly route between Vancouver, Whistler, and Jasper, for more time onboard the train.
Onboard Host speaks about the scenery from GoldLeaf dome on the Rocky Mountaineer Train

Glass-domed upper level on Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf service

Relax in luxury on GoldLeaf’s bi-level coach, as you take in the spectacular panoramic views and enjoy premium beverages and snacks.
View from the outdoor viewing platform of the GoldLeaf coach

GoldLeaf’s outdoor viewing platform

Breathe the fresh mountain air and get some amazing photos from the exclusive viewing platform at the back of each GoldLeaf coach.
Couples enjoying breakfast together in GoldLeaf dining room on the Rocky Mountaineer Train

GoldLeaf’s dedicated lower dining room

Dine on elegant meals prepared with local ingredients and watch the passing mountain scenery through the oversized windows.

Your Questions Answered

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What’s Included

Hotel accommodation
Rocky Mountaineer daylight train journey
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 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.

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.

Rocky Mountaineer is an all-daylight luxury train, offering breathtaking views of the scenery between Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies. You’ll enjoy gourmet meals, world-class service, and commentary on the wildlife, landscapes, and historic sites. You’ll stay in a hotel at night, then rejoin the train the next morning, refreshed and ready for more stunning scenery.

GoldLeaf service on Rocky Mountaineer is an amazing experience. Features of GoldLeaf include:

  • Custom-designed bi-level coach with spacious seating and a dining room
  • Full glass-dome windows with panoramic views upstairs. Large picture windows in the dining room downstairs
  • A-la-carte dining in the lower-level dining room. Meals are prepared with fresh, regional ingredients
  • Exclusive outdoor viewing platform for taking glare-free photos of the landscape

Meals (breakfast/lunch), snacks, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are included onboard Rocky Mountaineer. You'll get to taste a variety of dishes made with regional ingredients, like Alberta Beef or B.C Salmon. Offerings vary by day, route, and direction. The drinks menu features local wines, craft beer, tea, coffee, and more.

Most dietary requirements can be accommodated by Rocky Mountaineer with advance notice. Please let us know if you have any allergies, special requests or requirement at the time of booking.

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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Welcome to Vancouver
Day 01

Welcome to Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean. 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.

Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Dinner in Vancouver
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Whistler
Day 02

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Whistler

Step aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train for the start of a three-day train journey to the Canadian Rockies. Today you’ll travel from ‘sea to sky’ on your way to Whistler.

Motorcoach Transfer to Train Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola 360 Experience Day Pass
Optional: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Admission
Suggested Add-On: Whistler Dinner Tour (Extra Cost)
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Whistler to Quesnel
Day 03

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Whistler to Quesnel

Another day of your train journey begins on board the Rocky Mountaineer. You'll travel into the sprawling wilderness of British Columbia, so keep your eyes open for wildlife. Spend the night in the small town of Quesnel.

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Quesnel to Jasper
Day 04

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Quesnel to Jasper

This morning, return to your home on the rails — the Rocky Mountaineer train. This is the day you’ve been waiting for, the day you travel into the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in the town of Jasper this evening. 

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
Explore Jasper National Park
Day 05

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.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Private Guided Nature Walk
Maligne Lake Tour with Cruise
Jasper Motorcycle Sidecar Tour
Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise
Day 06

Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise

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.

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Sightseeing Tour
Private Icefields Sightseeing with Heli-Tour (Extra Cost)
Explore Lake Louise
Day 07

Explore Lake Louise

Spend your day in one of the most beautiful places on the planet — Lake Louise. It doesn't matter whether the sun is shimmering on the water or a mist hangs over the surrounding peaks and glaciers, the magic of this place is unmistakable.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Yoho and Kootenay National Park Tour with Picnic Lunch
Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Lake Louise Horseback Ride
Lake Louise to Banff
Day 08

Lake Louise to Banff

Spend a relaxing morning in Lake Louise before travelling to Banff this afternoon. Once you arrive in Banff, you can browse the gift shops, dine at one of the excellent restaurants, or simply take in the magnificent views.

Transfer to Banff
Explore Banff National Park
Day 09

Explore Banff National Park

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

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Banff Sightseeing Tour and Gondola Ride
Banff E-Bike Tour
Cowboy Cookout Lunch by Horse-Drawn Wagon
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Banff to Kamloops
Day 10

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.

Motorcoach Transfer to Train Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Vancouver
Day 11

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Vancouver

The exhilaration of your Canada train trip continues today, as you enjoy another day of great food, excellent service and incredible scenery. In the late afternoon, the train pulls into the station in coastal Vancouver. 

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
Depart from Vancouver
Day 12

Depart from Vancouver

Say farewell to the mountain peaks and friendly faces of Canada as you depart from Vancouver.  

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

Welcome to Vancouve...

Welcome to Vancouver

Day 2

Rocky Mountaineer T...

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Whist...

Day 3

Rocky Mountaineer T...

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Whistler to Quesne...

Day 4

Rocky Mountaineer T...

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Quesnel to Jasper

Welcome to Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean. 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.

Private Transfer from Vancouver Airport
Dinner in Vancouver
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Whistler

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Whistler

Step aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train for the start of a three-day train journey to the Canadian Rockies. Today you’ll travel from ‘sea to sky’ on your way to Whistler.

Motorcoach Transfer to Train Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola 360 Experience Day Pass
Optional: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Admission
Suggested Add-On: Whistler Dinner Tour (Extra Cost)
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Whistler to Quesnel

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Whistler to Quesnel

Another day of your train journey begins on board the Rocky Mountaineer. You'll travel into the sprawling wilderness of British Columbia, so keep your eyes open for wildlife. Spend the night in the small town of Quesnel.

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Quesnel to Jasper

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Quesnel to Jasper

This morning, return to your home on the rails — the Rocky Mountaineer train. This is the day you’ve been waiting for, the day you travel into the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in the town of Jasper this evening. 

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
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.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Private Guided Nature Walk
Maligne Lake Tour with Cruise
Jasper Motorcycle Sidecar Tour
Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise

Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise

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.

You have 2 options to choose from today:
Icefields Parkway Sightseeing Tour
Private Icefields Sightseeing with Heli-Tour (Extra Cost)
Explore Lake Louise

Explore Lake Louise

Spend your day in one of the most beautiful places on the planet — Lake Louise. It doesn't matter whether the sun is shimmering on the water or a mist hangs over the surrounding peaks and glaciers, the magic of this place is unmistakable.

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Yoho and Kootenay National Park Tour with Picnic Lunch
Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Lake Louise Horseback Ride
Lake Louise to Banff

Lake Louise to Banff

Spend a relaxing morning in Lake Louise before travelling to Banff this afternoon. Once you arrive in Banff, you can browse the gift shops, dine at one of the excellent restaurants, or simply take in the magnificent views.

Transfer to Banff
Explore Banff National Park

Explore Banff National Park

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

You have 3 options to choose from today:
Banff Sightseeing Tour and Gondola Ride
Banff E-Bike Tour
Cowboy Cookout Lunch by Horse-Drawn Wagon
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Banff to Kamloops

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.

Motorcoach Transfer to Train Station
Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Vancouver

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Vancouver

The exhilaration of your Canada train trip continues today, as you enjoy another day of great food, excellent service and incredible scenery. In the late afternoon, the train pulls into the station in coastal Vancouver. 

Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel
Depart from Vancouver

Depart from Vancouver

Say farewell to the mountain peaks and friendly faces of Canada as you depart from Vancouver.  

Private Transfer to Vancouver Airport

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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 hotel in banff with flowers and trees in the foreground and mountains behind

Rimrock Resort Hotel

Example of a Superior hotel in Banff

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.

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.

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Add an Alaska Cruise

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Celebrate an occasion

Celebrate an occasion

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, graduation, 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.

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

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What beautiful country and lovely people! The Rocky Mountaineer was a wonderful experience. It was amazing how they organized and managed a group of over 700 people. All the places... 

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I can not thank you enough for our wonderful Rocky Mountain trip. There is not one negative thing I can say. The schedule ran like clock work, our tours were right on time, with ou... 

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It's difficult to know where to start. The trip was amazing! The hosts on the Rocky Mountaineer, both upstairs and downstairs in the dining room, were wonderful! Very attentive and... 

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