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The Canadian: Canada’s Most Iconic Cross-Country Journey
Marvel at ever-changing scenery aboard a classic overnight rail journey

Experience The Canadian Aboard our Top-Selling Vacations

Moraine Lake in Banff
Canadian Rockies by Rail
7 days$2,725 pp $2,525 pp
  • Venture into the jaw-dropping scenery of Jasper aboard VIA Rail's premier overnight train, the Canadian
  • 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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Jasper National Park
Canada Coast to Coast Escorted Experience
18 days$6,490 pp $6,190 pp
  • The ultimate escorted journey across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax featuring four train overnights
  • Marvel at the awe-inspiring beauty of Niagara Falls and the Canadian Rockies
  • Explore the cities of Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City, and Halifax
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Rocky Mountaineer
Across Canada by Train
14 days$3,795 pp $3,495 pp
  • The ultimate journey covering over 2,700 miles across eight provinces from Vancouver to Halifax
  • Cast your eyes on the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies and Niagara Falls
  • Travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary, with local guided tours
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Canadian

A true classic, the original line that put VIA Rail on the map, the Canadian is an overnight rail line that speaks to the experience of long-distance rail travel in years long ago. This train follows a course of approximately 2,775 miles, traversing through mountainscapes, lush evergreen forests, and wide-open prairies during its journey between Vancouver and Toronto. Along the way, VIA Rail's Canadian makes stops in wonderful cities and towns that highlight the country's diversity. Passengers may elect to begin their trip in either bookend location or join the train in one of its stations along the way.

One of the most scenic stretches of the entire route is between Kamloops and Jasper, a resort town surrounded by Jasper National Park and the Rocky Mountains. The train travels along the Fraser River and offers a glimpse at Hell's Gate, a portion of the river that narrows rapidly, forcing the water to erupt at an incredible speed. The Canadian also joins the North Thompson River and offers views of Pyramid Falls and Mount Robson - the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies - before stationing in Jasper.

Hints of yesteryear are detectable on the fully restored 1950s railcars, which were first used when the Canadian Pacific Railway offered its passenger line - also called the Canadian - between Montreal and Vancouver. VIA Rail's Canadian still follows a condensed version of this same course several times a week year-round, presenting all the natural grandeur of Canada as was always intended.

Can't-Miss Highlights of the Scenic VIA Rail Canadian Route 

Vancouver

Witness the juxtaposition of nature and city, mountains and ocean, in this West Coast gem.

Mount Robson

Relax as unmatched views on the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies roll past your window.

Jasper National Park

Travel into the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies surrounded by jaw-dropping views.

Wild Manitoba

Enjoy endless nature and chances to spot wildlife while rolling through this untamed province.

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Moraine Lake in Banff
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Rocky Mountaineer
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Vancouver
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Niagara Falls
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Jasper National Park
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Bow Lake, Banff National Park
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Rocky Mountaineer
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VIA Rail Moose Lake Canadian Fall
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Via Rail, The Canadian in the Snow
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Valley Ten Peaks Banff
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Stanley Park
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Our customers love our Canadian tours
Trans Canada by Rail
15/Jun
Marian
5 stars
“Really enjoyed the trip. The scenery was spectacular, staff was fantastic, food was excellent and it was fun meeting people from many places.
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
4/Jun
JACQUELINE STREET
5 stars
“The staff and food were outstanding.
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Canadian Snow Train
30/Apr
CARROL SCHOLZ
5 stars
“Had a great time. Food was amazing!! Cabin attendant's and staff were fun. It was a bummer that due to train delays with other trains we arrived to late a a few places to have time to get off for more than 10 minutes if that, or we arrived at...
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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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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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Trans Canada By Rail with Jasper
12 Oct 2024
LARS GÖSTA HAGGBLOM
5 stars
“Friendly,comfortable,astonishing
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Lakes, Mountains & The Rockies
19 Jun 2024
KIM PAULSON MILL
5 stars
“Great trip except for a lack of communication for the first day in Jasper...our hotel was changed and the pickup location for the first tour was also changed without notifying us...after that the trip was wonderful!!
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Winter in the Rockies
11 Apr 2024
Helen Adams
5 stars
“This was a great trip; the hotels were beautiful and we loved the overnight train! Just the right amount of coordination by Vacations by Rail so that our time was our own but all of the transportation details were arranged conveniently and expertly. This was our second Vacations...
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Canada's Rockies & Alaska Cruise
04 Oct 2023
DAVID LEE SHIPLEY
5 stars
“This was a great trip. I would highly recommend it. The tours were great.
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Classes of Service on the Canadian


Prestige Class

Experience old-world elegance in your private cabin with a couch and lower full-size bed. Enjoy personal concierge services and unrestricted access to the viewing cars.

- Private bathroom with shower
- Included meals, snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)


Sleeper Plus Class

Relish the comfort of a private cabin or curtained upper or lower berths, each with cozy fold-down beds, and admire the scenery with access to two viewing cars.

- Shared bathroom and shower facilities
- Included meals and non-alcoholic beverages


Economy Class

Travel with incredible value and epic views in comfortable reclining seats. Enjoy the option to reserve spaces for multiple travelers and access to the Skyline Car.

- Shared bathroom access
- Light meals, snacks and beverages available for purchase