What is the famous train across Canada?

Aboard VIA Rail's The Canadian train, you traverse nearly every landscape on Earth. The scenic Rocky Mountaineer is the only passenger train to have access to certain special historic Canadian Pacific Railway routes, such as the 1885 Canadian Pacific route between Vancouver and Banff.



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The famous Rocky Mountaineer train connects British Columbia and Alberta, running through the Canadian Rockies. It only runs during the day. There are scenic unique routes, with stops in Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise, Vancouver or Whistler.

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Train holidays with VIA Rail are a more economical way to experience Canada. Unlike the Rocky Mountaineer which offers daylight only services, the VIA Rail trains operate throughout the day and night getting you to your destination sooner.

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The best time of year to ride the Rocky Mountaineer depends on what you want to see. Late September is the best time if you want to view stunning fall foliage, while May is the best time to avoid summer crowds.

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#2 Travel tip: Explore Canada's scenery Taking the train across Canada is the best way to discover the country's diverse landscape, especially if you've never visited Canada before. See mountains, lakes, prairies, forests, and cities.

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Our packages with The Canadian train start at $5,280 and include the train, your meals on the train, your hotels before and after the train tour, transfers to and from the airport or hotel, sightseeing tours and activities, and some additional meals.

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Pair your meals with local wines, craft beers, or just a relaxing cup of tea—all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are included. While onboard, you'll also be treated to morning and afternoon snacks.

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Dress onboard Rocky Mountaineer is smart casual. We suggest that you wear comfortable, cool layers as the dome coaches have expansive windows.

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For the top train trip in the Canadian Rockies, we recommend the Ultimate Canadian Rockies by Rail. This package includes time in a private cabin on VIA Rail, between Vancouver and Jasper. You also have time to explore Banff and Jasper. Plus there's two full days on the Rocky Mountaineer, between Banff and Vancouver.

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While most people would think that Summer is the best traveling season, in reality, the best time of year to take a train across the Canadian countryside is in the Fall or early Wintertime. This time of year offers cheaper hotels, fewer crowds, and beautiful weather.

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There are many scenic train rides in Canada, but The Canadian, i.e. the train between Toronto and Vancouver, offers the most varied landscapes. The most popular section of this train journey is the ride in the Rocky Mountains, before, during, and after the train's stop in Jasper.

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First Passage to the West is the most popular Rocky Mountaineer rail route, beloved for connecting the best of Canada's East and West. Travel back in time for a glimpse of how life once was for the early Canadian explorers, with exclusive access to the historic rails that pass through Spiral Tunnels and Craigellachie.

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