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Trans Canada by Rail with Map

   Using our trans Canadian railway map, learn more about station locations and be ready to set out on a memorable adventure. We are prepared to take you wherever you wish to go with stations in eight provinces and rail networks that span the country from coast to coast.

Trans Canada Rail Route Map

Canada Rail Viewing Carriage

   If You have a dream to visit Canada then Canada Rail can help you fulfill that dream. Take a look below for some ideas and popular tours. The trip of a lifetime! You’ll interact with Canada’s natural beauty in a rare and special way – aboard friendly trains from the lush rainforests of the West Coast, alongside icy-blue glaciers in the Canadian Rockies, and through big-sky Prairies and lake country, you’ll experience the breadth of our great country.


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Vancouver Island Rail Trip

Canada Rail Viewing Carriage

  Vancouver Island rail trip for a 13-day circle tour you will immerse yourself in Canada’s West Coast as you tour the entire length of Vancouver Island, ride the Inside Passage ferry to Northern British Columbia, and take the nostalgic “Skeena” train to Jasper. Conclude with excursions in our mountain national parks of Jasper and Banff before boarding the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer back to Vancouver. This route is not for the faint of heart, but it will create memories your heart will never forget.

Day 1:  Vancouver Arrival - overnight in Vancouver
Day 2:  Ferry from Vancouver to Victoria, City Tour and Butchart Gardens - overnight in Victoria
Day 3:  Victoria Whale Watching Tour - overnight in Victoria
Day 4:  Scenic Transfer from Victoria to Port Hardy - overnight in Port Hardy
Day 5:  Ferry from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert - overnight in Prince Rupert
Day 6:  Free Day in Prince Rupert - overnight in Prince Rupert
Day 7:   VIA Rail from Prince Rupert to Prince George - overnight in Prince George
Day 8:  VIA Rail from Prince George to Jasper - overnight in Jasper
Day 9:   Sightseeing Tour from Jasper to Banff including Columbia Icefields Excursion - overnight in Banff
Day 10:  Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola - overnight in Banff
Day 11:  Rocky Mountaineer Train from Banff to Kamloops - overnight in Kamloops
Day 12:  Rocky Mountaineer Train from Kamloops to Vancouver - overnight in Vancouver
Day 13:  Vancouver Departure



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Great all year round, but especially scenic during the autumn colours in September and October, our Eastern Canada route is like stepping into a golden past aboard nostalgic VIA Rail trains.



VANCOUVER TO BANFF BY TRAIN – THE CANADIAN ROCKIES VACATION


Rocky Mountaineer train crossing bridge on the way to Banff

Non-Stop Stunning Views

  This vacation is a unique way to discover Canada's natural beauty and breathtaking scenery. Traveling by train from Vancouver to Banff is an unforgettable experience. Traveling by car or plane won't give you the same sights and experiences.


Pampered Vacation

  Two spectacular full-day cruises aboard Rocky Mountaineer, with a choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf service. The world-famous Rocky Mountaineer is truly a trip of a lifetime. This luxury scenic train travels through the Canadian Rockies during the day, only slowing down to highlight the natural wonders. Savor handcrafted local cuisine, fine drinks, and countless snacks and treats as your professional onboard host recounts Western Canada's storied history and highlights its unforgettable natural beauty. The Rocky Mountaineer makes an overnight stop in the town of Kamloops, where guests can stay in a comfortable hotel to prepare for the rest of their adventure.



Tour Operator

Heather and Martin
 
Once we receive your contact information via our form we will contact you at the earliest opportunity to discuss your train travel vacation plans.

Book with Confidence

Canada Rail Vacations was founded by Martin Flanagan in 1995. He’s been everywhere there is to go in our beautiful country and his exuberance when sharing Canadian experiences with guests only grows brighter with each year! 100% Canadian owned and operated, we provide unforgettable Canadian vacations for our clients. Whether you want to glide through the Canadian Rockies aboard the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer, travel the entire breadth of North America from coast to coast aboard VIA Rail, or completely customize a tour to chase the Aurora Borealis, we have the tour package you are looking for..


Request Availability and Quote

If you are interested in booking your first train passage, then fill out the form below and a vacation planner will send you a quote by email including the latest information on availability, pricing, and any applicable specials.

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At Canada Rail, we make getting away easier. It's simple. We do the planning. You do the vacationing.

Train crossing bridge on way to Banff