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There is no better way to experience Canada than by train. Discover destinations that appeal to urban explorers, nature enthusiasts, and everyone in-between as you visit the nation's most popular locales. On the West Coast, Vancouver delights with its amazing amenities and proximity to both the mountains and the ocean. Admire the awe-inspiring beauty of the Canadian Rockies, where its alpine towns seamlessly collide with its acclaimed National Parks, Jasper and Banff. Continuing east, the cosmopolitan appeal of Toronto and Ottawa is undeniable. Montreal often hailed for its culture and cuisine, is another favorite of travelers. The natural wonders of the Maritimes, including Halifax's Lunenburg and Mahone Bay, offer a glimpse at what makes Canada's eastern seaboard so special. 

Some Canada rail tours include overnight journeys aboard premier sleeper trains, such as VIA Rail's Canadian train. This train departs both from Vancouver and from Toronto and puts some of Canada's most wondrous scenery on display as you travel across Canada. Other tours utilize the Rocky Mountaineer, an all-daylight luxury train that delves deep into parts of the country that are inaccessible by any other mode of transportation. From your cozy seat in SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Deluxe, marvel at Canada's most magnificent mountain range as you travel between Vancouver and Jasper or Banff. Both include comfortable onboard accommodations and delicious meals as you travel to the country's must-see destinations.

With more than 100 Canada vacation packages featuring Canadian railways, your choices can include rail trips through the Canadian Rockies, across Canada rail adventures, and rail-cruise combination packages. 

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St Joseph Oratory Montreal
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Train in Canadian Rockies
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Maligne Lake
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Baddeck
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Castle Rock Banff National Park
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Lake Louise
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Glacier Bay
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Moraine Lake in Banff
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Cabin Emerald at Lake Yoho National Park
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Moraine Lake Banff National Park
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St Joseph Oratory Montreal
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Iconic View of Morants Curve
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Train in Canadian Rockies
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Banff National Park Aerial View
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Elk In Jasper National Park
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Quebec City Park
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Maligne Lake
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Montreal Skyline
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Canadian Snow Train
19 Mar 2023
DIANA ALICE STORK
5 stars
“Everything about the trip was terrific, including being rocked to sleep by the train motion at night! Having disrupted internet and cell coverage was great. Forced downtime.
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Winter in the Rockies
03 Mar 2023
Judy
5 stars
“Great customer service.
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Trans Canada by Rail
14 Feb 2023
ROGER PHILLIPS
5 stars
“Absolutely Fantastic!
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Christmas in the Rockies
20 Jan 2023
KRISTA KEENER
5 stars
“Our airline canceled our flights so we missed the train. But working with the office staff we were able to catch up to our itinerary.
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Montreal & Quebec City by Rail
30 Dec 2022
JULIE NAKAGAWA FIRTH
5 stars
“This was my first time travelling by Rail and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The ease of getting on and off the train with my luggage was simple, the cabin was spacious and I could spread out with my personal items and enjoy the ride. I look forward to scheduling another trip by Rail.
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
02 Nov 2022
MICHELLE PUCKETT
5 stars
“We really enjoyed our trip it was our 1st on a train so we got to know what we liked and don't like. Food on train was fantastic, met a lot of new people. 1st time on a guided motorcoach tour and we really enjoyed it, made it really nice for my husband as he normally does most of the driving he actually got to sit back and enjoy the sites. Would recommend this to my friends and family. Looking for our next vacation. Our motorcoach guide was wonderful, full of places to see and her knowledge of the area was great.
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New York to Niagara Falls
01 Nov 2022
MONICA BROWN
5 stars
“Smooth ride, comfortable reclining seating, amazing leg room and beautiful views.
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Trans Canada By Rail Featuring VIA Rail's Prestige Class
27 Oct 2022
MARY KATHLEEN DUNCAN
5 stars
“All of the transfers arranged by Vacations by Rail worked flawlessly. No stress there. The train trip itself was as promised, beautiful views out our picture window, very good food and very pleasant and accommodating staff, with one exception. The dining car manager, who had originally agreed that we could have a table for two, when we arrived for the first lunch seating said she couldn't accommodate us - she was too full. Since all of the literature about Prestige Class says you are entitled to room service dining, and since COVID is definitely not over and the usual seating in the dining room is four to a table we had no intention of sitting across the table from two strangers. We had, however, agreed to try the dining room as long as we had our own table. The dining room manager told Sunny, our cabin attendant, that she could accommodate us, so we told Sunny we would try it out. Unpleasant experience when we arrived for lunch, so we left and had room service for the rest of the trip.
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Canadian Rail Adventure
10 Oct 2022
Susan
5 stars
“I have been looking forward to this trip since 2020. It did not disappoint. One has to remember that Vacations by Rail is a travel agent, not a tour company. This trip is "independent" travel of sorts in that you don't have a guide doing things for you. Shortly before your departure date, you receive a final itinerary along with vouchers for hotel rooms, tours, train travel, etc. You are responsible for getting to the appropriate places on time. No big deal as long as you don't expect a tour guide to take care of you. You will be with many of the same people throughout your travels so you have the opportunity to make friends along the way. The Rocky Mountaineer portion was a wonderful experience. I would recommend getting a seat on the left side of the train (we sat on the right side) as 98% of the points of interest were on the left. We booked the Gold Leaf service and I would recommend it. Sitting in the elevated dome car gave you an awesome view of the Rockies and surrounding area. The hosts (upstairs and downstairs) were excellent - efficient, helpful, informative. The meals (breakfast & lunch) were tasty and filling. You were also offered snacks and beverages throughout the day. It was nice going down to the dining car to eat meals and sitting with new people. There were 750+ people on our train. If you are traveling with someone, you'll need to make sure it's noted somewhere so you'll be assigned to the same train. The hotels (we booked all Fairmont Hotels except for in the one in Kamloops which Rocky Mountaineer booked) were first class. Our view of Lake Louise was stunning. The Fairmont in Toronto was right across the street from the Toronto train station. The Brewster Sightseeing tours (in Banff, between Banff/Lake Louise, and Lake Louise/Jasper) were all informative; and, the guides/drivers-guides were friendly, patient, and fun. I wish the Niagara Falls tour company was more flexible with what was covered. I would have liked to spend more time at the Falls themselves. That tour gave us a spectacular view of the Falls...on land and on the water. That sightseeing company was a bit disorganized as they told people the incorrect departure time and didn't specify a location (the hotel wasn't sure either)...but it all turned out fine. I love train travel so I enjoyed the VIA train from Jasper to Toronto. Some people did not realize that the bags they checked were not accessible until they reached their final destination. The rooms are much too small to accommodate full-sized luggage. We had a Sleeper Plus for two people. It had a toilet (in a separate small room) & a sink. The bunk bed are set up/take down by the room steward daily (we elected to keep them down) since we occupied the public areas during the day. Breakfast is first come, first serve. Lunch and Supper are scheduled - there are 3 seating times for each (you reserve your first dinner slot at the station in Jasper before you board the train.). The customer facing staff from Jasper (they started in Vancouver) to Winnipeg were outstanding. They were so efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable; the staff from Jasper to Toronto were fine, but not outstanding. I would have appreciated having transport arranged to take us from the hotel in Toronto to the airport. We weren't told that the arranged transport wasn't available early in the morning. There should be a note stating the hours of availability so customers can schedule their flights accordingly. The Toronto airport has been experiencing personnel shortages so it is a mess. They really mean it when they say get there 3 hours in advance. People should know there is a phone number they can call to speak to someone at the airport. That person can confirm the departure terminal and how early folks need to arrive. Remember, if you're returning to USA, you go through Border Patrol screening to clear travel into the USA in Toronto. Having NEXUS or Global Entry eased the chaos. NOTE: tips are not included. I hate having to figure out tips. The travel guides usually recommend you tip a certain percentage of what you paid. It's helpful to figure that out before you leave home. We tipped at the table during meal services but there are many others who rely on tips to augment their wages - hosts on Rocky Mountaineer, guides/drives on tour buses, staff on the VIA train, porters, etc. I'm recommending this trip to my friends. I would book with Vactions by Rail again.
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