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Canadian Snow Train with Jasper

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Take a cross-country trip to enjoy views of the stunning Canadian landscape—including mountains, lakes, and wildlife—only available by train.

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2025 Tour code: TC-CSJE-25

About the tour

Canada's snowy landscape awaits on this grand winter adventure. You will experience the culture of Vancouver, see the stunning beauty of the Canadian Rockies and be enamored by the hustle and bustle of Toronto. Best of all, all of your travel is done aboard one of VIA Rail's most famous rail lines, the Canadian. Your journey begins in Vancouver, where you will have ample time to sightsee on your own. From Vancouver, you board VIA Rail's Canadian for a luxurious overnight train ride to Jasper in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. With two days to snowshoe, hike, ice skate and explore the winter landscape, you can take on this mountain town however you see fit. The final leg of this Canadian Snow Train tour takes you the rest of the way through Alberta, into the vast landscape of Saskatchewan and through the "big sky" prairies over the course of three nights. As the train pulls into the station in Toronto, you will have one more day of adventure, in which you will explore the city's center by tour and then experience the vibrancy of Toronto on your own. With the contrast of big cities and peaceful mountains and onboard amenities that make your travel time seem as though you are moving on a hotel on wheels, this winter rail vacation is one to remember.

This itinerary is also available from Toronto to Vancouver based on your travel preference.

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver, the starting point for your rail journey across Canada. You will transfer on your own from the airport to your hotel, and once checked in, you will have the rest of the day to get acquainted with your new coastal surroundings. Included is admission to FlyOver Canada, a thrilling multisensory journey across Canada aboard the latest in flight ride technology. Discover the country's most famous sights without leaving your seat. Overnight Vancouver.

*Flyover Canada is closed for Maintenance between January 8-22*

Day 2 - VIA Rail Vancouver to Jasper

After a leisurely breakfast on your own this morning, you will make your own way to Vancouver's Pacific Central Station where your train, VIA Rail's Canadian, will be waiting. Arrive at the rail station 1 hour prior to boarding, and head straight to the special check-in area for Sleeper Plus passengers. Once onboard, the staff will see that you are settled into your room. Your bedroom is VIA Rail's "top of the line" accommodations in which our sitting room by day converts to upper and lower berths at night. As a Sleeper Plus passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to the domed skyline care for spectacular viewing. The VIA Rail staff will brief you on the dining schedule and will inform you that hot tea and coffee are available in the lounge area throughout the day and evening. Take a look around as the city scenery fades into the distance and views of the plains and prairies immerge. Overnight train.

Includes
  • Dinner
Day 3 - Jasper

The Canadian will arrive in Jasper where you will be transferred to Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. The Lodge is wilderness luxury at its finest. The day is yours to enjoy the splendor of nature. Perhaps set out on a walk or hike through the woods, enjoy the offerings of Jasper townsite or relax in the spa. Overnight Jasper.

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  • Breakfast
Day 4 - Jasper

You are at leisure to enjoy the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, or venture out and skate on Lac Beauvert, cross country ski, or visit some of the town's local establishments. Overnight Jasper.

Day 5 - Jasper

Today brings another full day to explore Jasper. You may wish to embark on a guided excursion to Maligne Canyon to see rivers and waterfalls frozen in time. The delicate frozen cascades of Angel Falls and the Queen are a spectacular sight not to be missed! Overnight Jasper.

Day 6 - Jasper to Toronto

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will take you to the station this morning after breakfast on your own. Your VIA Rail attendant will see that you are settled into your room for the continuation of your trip. Moving through the mountains, it is the perfect time to head up to the domed sightseeing car. Check out panoramic views of the impressive landscape; you may even spot a moose or bear. Your concierge will ensure your room is converted into sleeping quarters for the night. Overnight train.

Includes
  • Dinner
Day 7 & 8 - En Route to Toronto

Continuing on, the Canadian will move through stunning peaks of the Canadian Rockies, into the vast prairie lands of Saskatchewan and even near the junction of the Red, Assiniboine and Seine Rivers as you approach Winnipeg, the previous capital of Canada's fur trade. You will love the up-close look at nature as the train winds through Manitoba's emerald green forests, lakes, streams; natural beauty abounds as far as the eye can see. Moving closer to Toronto, the Canadian Shield comes into view. This region of billion-year-old rock lies between the Great Lakes and Hudson Bay. Here, ancient glaciers scoured thousands of lakes, clean-bottomed and filled them with remarkably clear water. On their rocky shores, outcroppings of granite, pink, grey, and black for rounded boulders that breathtakingly tower over the tracks. Overnight train.

Includes
  • Day 7 - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 8 - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Arrive Toronto

Make the most of your last day on the train before pulling into Toronto this afternoon. Upon arrival, collect your bags and transfer on your own to your centrally located hotel. Spend the afternoon getting acquainted with this cosmopolitan town located on beautiful Lake Ontario. This evening, dine at one of Toronto's more than 7,000 restaurants that reflect tastes, cultures, and ingredients from around the world. From upscale to comfort food, you will find dining experiences and culinary adventures to satisfy any craving. Overnight Toronto.

Includes
  • Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10 - End of Tour

Your trans-Canada adventure concludes upon check-out of your hotel. A transfer is included to Toronto Pearson Airport for your convenience.

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Pricing Plans

Deluxe
• Hotels include Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Royal York or similar; subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
• VIA Rail accommodations are in Sleeper Plus Class in a private cabin featuring two comfortable sofa chairs during the day that are replaced by an upper and lower bed at night, with en suite washroom and access to shower facilities.
• Meals are included onboard the Canadian in the dining car and you will have access to the Park Car.

Prestige
• Hotels include upgraded rooms at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Royal York or similar; subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
•VIA Rail accommodations on the Canadian are in Prestige Class in a private cabin featuring a large, comfortable leather couch, fold-down double bed, private washroom with shower, flat-screen TV with video selection, fully stocked minibar, and personalized service by the Prestige Concierge.
•Meals are included onboard the Canadian in the dining car. You will exclusive access to the Park Car for spectacular views.

Departure times

Departure times vary based on selected rail vacation. This information will be provided in your final documents. For more information please speak with your rail specialist.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular vacation with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

Hotels

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper

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The Fairmont Royal York, Toronto

The Fairmont Royal York, Toronto

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Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

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VIA Rail's Canadian

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4.7 stars4.7 / 5 · 12 reviews

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Susan

5 stars

Submitted 6/Feb

This trip was amazing and would highly recommend to anyone interested in train travel.

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JUDITH HUTCHINS

4 stars

Submitted 17 Feb 2023

I very much enjoyed the trip across Canada. The food was great. Two things that I think could be better--cleanliness of the compartment (especially the floor) and there was no entertainment car, which I was expecting.

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DENNIS ESTIS

5 stars

Submitted 18 Jan 2023

Lovely staff, especially Waiba( spelling is wrong ).She is a French woman from Vancouver and she worked in the dining car from Vancouver to Jasper.

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1957

4 stars

Submitted 23 Nov 2022

Without a tour available there was nothing to do for 3 days in Jasper

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CES

5 stars

Submitted 21 Mar 2020

The Canadian Snow Train with three nights in Jasper was just spectacular! We always wanted to take a train across Canada and this one filled the bill. This trip takes you through five Canadian Provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. I highly recommend doing this trip in winter because the snow just makes everything so beautiful and you are sitting on the train just taking it all in, not even wearing a coat! The three nights in Jasper was also wonderful and yes, you will need a coat but not as many layers as you might think. Yes, it is cold but it is a dry cold and not the damp coldness we have in the east.

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Linda G, Depoe Bay, OR

5 stars

Submitted 22 Dec 2018

All hotels were great. We had a wonderful time on the train which was always on schedule!

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