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Colorful Sky Over Bow Falls
Canadian Rockies Escape with Rocky Mountaineer
5 days $2,975 pp
  • View incredible scenery through the Rockies from Vancouver to Calgary
  • Spend time in Banff with time to explore the best sites, including a tour of Yoho National Park
  • Enjoy dramatic scenery changes while aboard the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer train
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Lake Louise
Canadian Rockies Featuring Banff & Lake Louise
7 days $3,875 pp
  • Enjoy all-daylight travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, offering stunning views of the Canadian Rockies
  • Stay in both stunning Banff and Lake Louise, surrounded by towering peaks and crystal-clear waters
  • Travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary, with local guided tours
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Bow Lake, Banff National Park
Canadian Rail Adventure: Rocky Mountaineer & The Canadian
12 days $8,655 pp $8,355 pp
  • Experience both the luxury Rocky Mountaineer and Via Rail's renowned Canadian train on this epic journey
  • Stay in the magical towns of Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper surrounded by towering peaks and crystal-clear waters
  • Cast your eyes on the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies and Niagara Falls
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Independent Tours

Traveling through Canada by train is an unforgettable experience, whether you're winding through the breathtaking Rocky Mountains in the west or exploring the picturesque landscapes of the Eastern and Atlantic provinces. Canada has two iconic train journeys-the world-renowned Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail, which spans the entire country. They both offer a seamless and enriching adventure.

With a range of routes and experiences tailored to diverse interests, our Independent Canada rail vacations ensure every journey is as unique as the traveler. Our expert team is dedicated to crafting the perfect itinerary and customizing every detail to make your trip exceptional. Browse our range of train tours across Canada and start planning your vacation.

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Moraine Lake in Banff
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4.3 stars(171 reviews)
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Lake Louise
Rocky Mountaineer
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4.6 stars(173 reviews)
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Bow Lake, Banff National Park
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4.5 stars(55 reviews)
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Rocky Mountaineer
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4.5 stars(65 reviews)
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Colorful Sky Over Bow Falls
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4.2 stars(22 reviews)
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Emerald Lake
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4.5 stars(48 reviews)
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Icefields Parkway at Sunset, Banff National Park
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4.9 stars(12 reviews)
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Via Rail Canadian train
4.8 stars(12 reviews)
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Alaska Tracy Arm Fjord
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4.6 stars(25 reviews)
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Banff, Winter
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4.3 stars(6 reviews)
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Via Rail, The Canadian in the Snow
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4.4 stars(44 reviews)
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Canadian Snow Train with Jasper
24/Apr
JENNIFER ZIMDAHL
5 stars
“Amazing experience, and very well planned! Everything went off without a hitch! While you could probably save a little bit of money by booking everything yourself, the convenience, expertise, and peace of mind in having someone more knowledgeable do it for you seems well worth it in my opinion. We...
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Across Canada by Train
20/Apr
DBCA
5 stars
“Breathtaking views and superior service across Canada!
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Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights
4/Apr
Kathy McVey
5 stars
“Our trip through the Canadian Rockies was amazing. Vacations by Rail set everything up for us and we lived seamlessly through our vacation without a hitch. We enjoyed Banff, Jasper, a wonderful train ride, and stellar look at the Northern Lights in Whitehorse, Yukon. Would definitely recommend this trip!
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Vancouver to Montreal Trans Canada Adventure
11 Dec 2024
ROBERT PHILLIPS
5 stars
“THE FOOD WAS WONDERFUL AND BEAUTIFUL. EVERYONE ON STAFF WAS SO HELPFUL AND ALL THE PEOPLE WE MET AS FELLOW TRAVELERS WERE SO FRIENDLY AND WE FELT LIKE WE'D KNOWN THEM FOREVER. OUR FIRST CAR STEWARD, "T" WAS JUST GREAT. WE HAD A SEWAGE PROBLEM, BUT SHE...
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Canadian Rockies Featuring Banff & Lake Louise
06 Dec 2024
Robert
5 stars
“Best Hotels. Tours on time with knowable tour guides. No lost luggage . Beautiful scenery , delicious food and drinks on the train. Our Final tour information, arrived later than the two weeks promised. Thank you Efi, for all your help.
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Beautiful Banff Rail & Drive
06 Nov 2024
CAFEY MILLARD
5 stars
“The trip went as planned, we did not encounter any problems. One item I would add to the trip information is to obtain a Banff National park pass. We thought we got into the wrong lane, but learned we were in the correct lane because we needed to...
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Trans Canada by Rail
03 Nov 2024
customer
5 stars
“Wonderful trip, relaxing and quiet. Met new and interesting people. Food was exceptional. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Was sad that they had to disembark halfway through the trip. Second crew was also very good.
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Montreal & Quebec City by Rail
27 Oct 2024
BRUCE EVERET BIERSCHBACH
5 stars
“Great customer service before and during trip.
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Eastern Canada Rail & Cruise
26 Oct 2024
DAVID MICHAEL CARPENTER
5 stars
“We enjoyed the whole trip. The planning by VBR covered all aspects and all we had to do was enjoy ourselves.
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