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Banff National Park

The story of Banff National Park begins with its bubbling hot springs and the railroad. In 1883, Canadian Pacific Railway laborers building Canada's transcontinental railroad discovered natural hot springs on the side of Sulphur Mountain. This discovery eventually led to the establishment of Banff as Canada's first national park, and, shortly after, that same railroad helped fuel Banff tourism. Travelers came from across the country for alpine adventures. Today, vacationers can experience that same excitement on a train trip to Banff.

Banff tours from Vancouver feature some of the country's great rail journeys: The all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer train into Alberta or an overnight trip on VIA Rail's Canadian train. Once in the lush Canadian Rockies, things to do in Banff are limitless, from hiking in the summer to dog sledding in the winter. Many Banff tours include a ride on the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain. From the summit's observation deck, visitors enjoy panoramic views of the Bow Valley and Banff town site below. Popular guided sightseeing tours include visits to Lake Minnewanka with its many outdoor activities; Cave and Basin Historic Site, where the first hot springs were discovered; and Lake Louise, the scenic hamlet with its eponymous turquoise lake and the massive Victoria Glacier looming behind it. Banff holiday packages showcase the best of the Canadian Rockies and are nothing short of memorable.

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Moraine Lake in Banff
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Moraine Lake Banff National Park
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Cabin Emerald at Lake Yoho National Park
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Elk In Jasper National Park
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Iconic View of Morants Curve
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Maligne Lake
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Colorful Sky Over Bow Falls
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Exploring Johnston Canyon in Banff
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Rocky Mountaineer through Canadian Rockies
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
24/May
JADE LI LI
5 stars
“We had a wonderful time on this trip from Vancouver to the Canadian Rockies. Everything went smoothly. The only disappointment is the booking of the Canadian Rail Sleeper class, the agent informed us 3 months after we placed our deposits that the lower berth Sleeper bed was all booked up and wanted us to upgrade. Even if we settled for all upper berth Sleeper bed which is cheaper, we were still charged the same price.
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Canadian Rockies Featuring Banff & Lake Louise
24/May
THOMAS H MCCAMY
5 stars
“Great experience. Your conductors were very entertaining.
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Canada Coast to Coast
21/May
Dan S.
5 stars
“Rocky mountaineer experience was fantastic, did not get to experience the jasper to toronto prestige cabin canadian train from Jasper to toronto due to wildfires in Alberta. Some confusion with reservation numbers for various activities.
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Journey Through the Clouds Grand Adventure
1/May
Karlyn
5 stars
“The train ride was the highlight but all worked out fine. It seemed a little confusing having various people doing several different excursions all together. But as I said, it all worked out.
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Best of the Rockies Circle Journey
08 Sep 2022
STEPHEN GRAY
5 stars
“Train and Hotel staff service was excellent, luggage always arrived in our room at every stop. Food service and quality was also excellent!
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Calgary Stampede, Canadian Rockies & Glacier
25 Jul 2022
CARLA DE TOMASO
5 stars
“You’re trips are always wonderful
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Canada's Rockies & Alaska Cruise
14 Aug 2019
DONALD
5 stars
“Excellent services. Very professional
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Getaway to the Canadian Rockies
23 Feb 2019
Fiona H, Raleigh, NC
5 stars
“Before taking the vacation, I was doubtful that it would be value for money as it was by far the most expensive vacation I have ever taken, or am likely to take. Now I think it was worth every penny. From the booking process to the final departure for home, it was a truly phenomenal experience.
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Best of the Rockies
30 Sep 2022
WILLIAM SHERMAN
4 stars
“It was a well organized trip. Very pleasant. I have two suggestions regarding the Via Canada Rail train ride from Jasper to Vancouver. There was no mention in the itinerary of the time the train was schuled to depart the station and no mention of a time the traveler should arrive at the station. Also, berths are very small on the train and large bags must be checked, They are not allowed in the berths. It should be noted that travelers should carry a very small additional bag containing medications, toilitries, and a change of clothing.
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