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The Fraser Discovery Route, named for the mighty Fraser River whose length it follows, links the mountain resorts of Whistler, British Columbia, and Jasper, Alberta. Journey through the historic Cariboo Gold Rush region, the lush forests of northern B.C. and the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountain Trench past Mount Robson to Jasper.



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Rocky Mountaineer Train Route Map  Rail Only Goldleaf Service Includes
  • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf Service
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
  • 1 night accommodation
  • Rail station transfer in Kamloops or Quesnel
  • Luggage delivery in Kamloops or Quesnel
 Rail Only Redleaf Service Includes
  • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer Redleaf Service
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
  • 1 night accommodation
  • Rail station transfer in Kamloops or Quesnel
  • Luggage delivery to destination
 Train Information
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Day 1 Whistler to Quesnel
Board the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer train for a two-day journey on this exciting route. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, including the winding lakeshores of Anderson and Seton Lakes, the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon and the vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel. Stay overnight in moderate accommodations in Quesnel.

Boarding Whistler 7:10 a.m. PT
Arrival Quesnel 7:30 p.m. PT


Day 2 Quesnel to Jasper to Jasper
Continue eastward through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Enter the Rocky Mountain Trench, where the Rocky Mountains rise steeply to the north and the Cariboo Mountains soar to the south. Pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), before arriving in Jasper in the early evening.

Boarding Quesnel 7:10 a.m. PT
Arrival Jasper 8:30 p.m. MT


Vacation start dates from Whistler: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
13, 17, 22, 27, 31
5, 10, 14, 19, 24, 28
3, 8, 12, 17, 22, 26, 31
5, 9, 14, 19, 23, 28
2, 6, 11, 16, 20, 25, 30
4, 9, 14

USD PricesView CAD Prices

Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer
Departure Dates Per Person Per Person
May 01 - May 31 $1,649 $759
Jun 01 - Sep 30 $1,799 $909
Oct 02 - Oct 16 $1,649 $759

CAD PricesView USD Prices

Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer
Departure Dates Per Person Per Person
May 01 - May 31 $1,649 $759
Jun 01 - Sep 30 $1,799 $909
Oct 02 - Oct 16 $1,649 $759








Day 1 Jasper to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain resort of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench with the steep Rocky and Cariboo Mountains either side, and onto the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia’s northern interior, home to abundant wildlife. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass, Moose Lake and the opportunity to view the abundant wildlife found in this unspoiled wilderness region. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel, your overnight destination.

Boarding 7:10 a.m. MT
Arrival 6:30 p.m. PT


Day 2 Quesnel to Whistler
Your journey continues south today to the four-season resort of Whistler. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, and the Cariboo Plateau with its rolling hills and vast ranchlands, to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon and Deep Creek Bridge, one the highest railway bridges in the world and the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacial fed Seton Lake. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in the resort town of Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games alpine events.

Boarding 7:10 a.m. PT
Arrival 7:30 p.m. PT


Vacation start dates from Jasper: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
10, 15, 20, 24, 29
3, 7, 12, 17, 21, 26
1, 5, 10, 15, 19, 24, 29
2, 7, 12, 16, 21, 26, 30
4, 9, 13, 18, 23, 27
2, 7, 11

USD PricesView CAD Prices

Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer
Departure Dates Per Person Per Person
May 01 - May 31 $1,649 $759
Jun 01 - Sep 30 $1,799 $909
Oct 02 - Oct 16 $1,649 $759

CAD PricesView USD Prices

Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer
Departure Dates Per Person Per Person
May 01 - May 31 $1,649 $759
Jun 01 - Sep 30 $1,799 $909
Oct 02 - Oct 16 $1,649 $759
Call 877-929-7245 today to book rail only from Whistler to Jasper (or Reverse).


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