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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.

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Canadian Snow Train
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Experience Whistler, Vancouver & the Rockies
21 Sep 2023
LINDA DAVIDSON
5 stars
“Great vacation. Great hotels. Train was very comfortable. Would love to do it again. Only suggestion for change is too many wildlife tours (3). Maybe schedule a tram ride instead.
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
20 Sep 2023
SANDRA ADELE HILL
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“A great excursion with the windows to view the landscape. The helpers were very helpful and super friendly and courteous. Eric is the one who took care of our abode. Thanks.
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Lakes, Mountains & The Rockies
11 Sep 2023
MARY E ROEHR
5 stars
“Well cordinated unescorted trip. Like some meals on our own. Particularly like just on night on train
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Best of the Rockies
18 Aug 2023
CONSTANCE VANDERGRIFF
5 stars
“We loved the whole experience! The views from the train were breathtaking. The meals were excellent, tasty, and varied. We became friends with a couple from Brighton near London, England, and this made the trip even more enjoyable. The Brewster tours were well organized. All the hotels, except in Kamloops, were lovely and had gorgeous views. The overnight train back to Vancouver was relaxing. This was a dream come true vacation.
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Trans Canada by Rail
03 Aug 2023
ROBERT ALLAN FRINIER
5 stars
“Food - outstanding Accommodations / cabin - great except that it was very hard to exit the bed when there are two people. Staff - dining and concierge - great Views - super across Canada
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Trans Canada By Rail Featuring VIA Rail's Prestige Class
15 Jul 2023
Lee
5 stars
“From the concierge service taking our bags at the train station, to the extraordinary food and service in the dining car, to the perfect attention by staff throughout our journey, this was a spectacular trip. And did I mention that the scenery was continuously breathtaking?
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Wonders of Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer
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BALL, RUSSELL
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“Great experience, good service. I would highly recommend it!
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Trans Canada By Rail & the Rockies
28 May 2023
JAMES FLYNN
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“Best trip ever! We had our first celebration of 50 years married (51st) and both the trip and the reason ars tops
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Winter in the Rockies
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MICHAEL BROOME
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“The properties we stayed at were in fantastic locations plus service provided was excellent.
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