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Across Canada by Train
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Length
13 days / 12 nights
Time on train
5 days / 3 nights
Train type
Where it goes
When to go
May – September
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- Decide your desired budget
- Choose your own activities and experiences
- Have all the details of your trip arranged for you
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Fill your desire for the energy of big cities and the calmness of nature. As you journey by train across the country, you‘ll see how diverse Canada‘s landscape is.
Highlights of your trip
Rail journeys on VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer
Spend five days in the Canadian Rockies
Choice of activities catered to your interests
Unique Fresh Tracks experiences
Stay at the Chateau Lake Louise
See glaciers, emerald lakes, forests and wildlife
Top experiences and features
Enjoy your Sleeper train experience
Settle into the rhythm of VIA Rail's Canadian Train for 3 nights.
Exclusive experiences
Ask about our exclusive Canadian Rockies experiences, such as a small group Icefields Parkway Tour with Six Glaciers Helicopter ride.
Discover Toronto
Enjoy the sweeping waterfront and soaring skyline of one of Canada's most vibrant cities.
Get close to thundering Niagara Falls
Stand in awe of (and get close to) the famous Niagara Falls on a boat ride.
Ride the Rocky Mountaineer
Travel through the Canadian Rockies on a spectacular daylight touring train.
See the iconic highlights of Banff National Park
Explore towering mountains and see glacier-fed lakes on small-group guided tours.
Your Questions Answered
Find out what is included in your trip and have all your questions answered. We are here to help.
What’s Included
Hotel accommodation
Sleeper train experience in a private cabin
Rocky Mountaineer daylight train journey
Meals whilst onboard the train
Choice of unique guided activities
Train station transfers
Transportation to and from airports, timed with your flights
Feature dining experience at one of our favorite local restaurants
Electronic travel documentation package
Personalized Fresh Tracks Canada customer service support
Frequently Asked Questions
Our vacations are not typically ‘escorted.’ You are not tied into a specific group, or a rigid daily itinerary but rather have the freedom of ‘independent’ travel.
This allows you, with the help of our Canadian Insiders, to personalize your trip to suit your occasion, interests, timeframe and budget. We’ll guide you through the process and provide the reassurance of seamless connections, customer service support, and scheduled activities tailored to your taste.
Your trip can be as rich as you’d like, and completely arranged around your interests and needs. The greatest benefit of working with us is our local knowledge. You can customize your trip and decide what you’d like to see and do.
If your trip is a special occasion, we’ll make sure it is unforgettable. Or if you’re traveling with a group, we’ll take care of the logistics so you can share time together stress-free.
Absolutely! We personalize all our clients’ trips to fit their exact tastes and needs. You can add days at locations that you’d like to explore and spend more time at. Or leave out certain areas that don’t interest you as much. Discuss your travel goals with our Vacation Advisors who make sure that your trip fits your needs and budget.
All our trips are personalized to fit our clients’ schedule and budget. The price of your trip generally depends on the travel season, train service, accommodations, and the sightseeing tours you take. When you request a quote you’ll be provided with the detailed information you need
Most of our trips include stops to get off the train to explore Canada’s beautiful locations, national parks and unique cities. However, if you’re keen to maximize your time onboard, we’ll pair you up with the perfect train experience.
Our personalized trips include much more than just train tickets. When you book with Fresh Tracks Canada, you receive expertly curated hotel accommodations and excursions tailored to your interests, plus airport, train and hotel transfers — ensuring a seamless travel experience from start to finish.
All of our overnight train journeys feature a private cabin on board the train. In addition, you'll typically enjoy the train's viewing areas, common lounges, and dining cars where you can socialize with fellow travelers.
Rocky Mountaineer operates daylight touring trains, which travel along three of the most spectacular routes in Western Canada. You’ll enjoy onboard commentary, award winning service, and incredible food.
This trip includes two different train experiences.
Between Toronto and Jasper, you will travel in Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail's Canadian train. Sleeper Plus includes a private cabin with comfortable daytime seating. At night, this seating converts into retractable beds. In addition to your private cabin, you enjoy meals in the dining car and access to the train's viewing cars.
Rocky Mountaineer is a daylight sightseeing train that runs between Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies. You will sleep in a hotel overnight, then re-board the train the next day. Gourmet meals are served onboard. You can choose between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf service. SilverLeaf includes an assigned seat in a single-level dome car, while GoldLeaf includes an assigned seat in the upper level of a bi-level dome car. GoldLeaf has a dining area on the lower level and an exclusive outdoor viewing area.
For more information on the differences between these trains and service levels, please reach out to our local travel experts.
This trip can be customized to your interests and needs. For days in Toronto, Jasper, and Banff, we provide three tour options for you to choose from. For example, you could pick a Niagara Falls day tour in Toronto, a Cowboy Cookout lunch and wagon ride in Banff, and a Maligne Lake tour and cruise in Jasper.
Many of our activity options are suitable for seniors. For more details, please see the full trip itinerary or speak to one of our Vacation Advisors.
Sample Itinerary
Speak to one of our Canadian Insiders about personalizing this trip. Some of our trips can be done in the reverse direction.
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Day 01
Arrive In Toronto
Welcome to Toronto! The sights and sounds of Canada’s largest city welcome you as you arrive in the heart of downtown.
Private Transfer from Toronto Airport
Dinner at the CN Tower
Day 02
Explore Toronto
Spend a day enjoying the quaint and colorful neighborhoods of Toronto or visit Niagara Falls.
Niagara Falls Day Tour
On this full-day small-group tour, get up close to Niagara Falls on a Hornblower boat ride and explore the quaint town of Niagara-On-The-Lake.
Downtown Toronto Foodie Tour
Toronto Small Group Sightseeing Tour
Experience Toronto from its many vantage points on this small-group sightseeing tour. See the city's scenic waterfront, the CN Tower, Queen’s Park and more.
You have 3 options to choose from today:
Day 03
VIA Rail - Depart Toronto
Board The Canadian train in Toronto and begin your transcontinental journey west. Travel north into Ontario's picturesque lake country.
Day 04
VIA Rail - Ontario
Head west through the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield and into the province of Manitoba.
The Canadian Train - Onboard Service
Watch the changing scenery from the train's viewing cars and enjoy hot meals in the dining car.Ask your Vacation Advisor about the differences between Sleeper Plus Class and Prestige Class.
Day 05
VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies
Journey across the undulating plains of the Prairie provinces — Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Day 06
VIA Rail - Arrive in Jasper
See the magnificent Rocky Mountains early this morning as you arrive in Jasper.
Jasper Orientation Tour and Transfer
As you step off the train, a friendly local guide meets you at the station. Enjoy an introductory tour of Jasper's highlights before arriving at your hotel.
Suggested Evening Add-Ons: Wildlife Tour, Skytram Ride, or Hiking Culinary Tour
Day 07
Explore Jasper National Park
Jasper’s wide-open valleys are enticing to a variety of wildlife and are incredibly breathtaking. Spend the day exploring Jasper National Park on your style of tour.
Jasper Motorcycle Sidecar Tour
Admire the stunning alpine landscape on a guided Harley Davidson motorcycle sidecar tour. Explore Maligne Canyon, Athabasca and Sunwapta Falls, or Mount Edith Cavell.
Privately Guided Nature Walk
Join one of Jasper's most knowledgeable guides for a private nature walk. Discover wildlife, wildflowers and magnificent views.
Maligne Lake Tour with Cruise
On a small group tour, see Maligne Canyon, where a raging river has eroded the limestone rock for thousands of years. Afterwards, cruise across the tranquil blue-green waters of Maligne Lake to reach Spirit Island.
You have 3 options to choose from today:
Day 08
Icefields Parkway - Jasper to Lake Louise
Travel along the spine of the Rockies, on one of the most beautiful roads in the world — the Icefields Parkway — to picture-perfect Lake Louise.
Icefields Parkway Tour to Lake Louise
Travel along the Icefields Parkway on this full-day tour. Walk on the Athabasca Glacier, stop for lunch, and step bravely onto the Columbia Icefield Skywalk.
Six Glaciers Helicopter and Icefields Tour
You have 2 options to choose from today:
Sample Itinerary
Speak to one of our Canadian Insiders about personalizing this trip. Some of our trips can be done in the reverse direction.
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Day 1
Arrive In Toronto
Arrive In Toronto
Day 2
Explore Toronto
Explore Toronto
Day 3
VIA Rail - Depart T...
VIA Rail - Depart Toronto
Day 4
VIA Rail - Ontario
VIA Rail - Ontario
Prices
Get your personalized quote as prices vary by departure date, train-service level and hotel class. Prices shown are our lowest rates per person, based on double occupancy, and exclude taxes.
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Accommodations
These are examples of the places you can stay on this trip. Please get in touch to discuss your options and to check availability.
Elk + Avenue Hotel
Example of a Comfort hotel in Banff
Conveniently located in downtown Banff, the Elk and Avenue Hotel combines Banff’s alpine history with a sleek modern design. After a day of exploring, unwind in the hotel’s jacuzzi or dry sauna, then enjoy fresh Canadian cuisine at the on-site restaurant.
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Example of a Superior hotel in Banff
Built into the side of a mountain, the Rimrock Resort Hotel sits high above Banff town and provides guests with spectacular views of the Bow River Valley. Banff Upper Hot Springs and the Banff Gondola are a short walk from the hotel, while other attractions are minutes away by car.
Azur Legacy Collection Hotel
Example of a Superior hotel in Vancouver
The Azur Legacy Collection Hotel is the only property in Western Canada to be part of the Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) portfolio. Situated in downtown Vancouver, the Art Deco-inspired hotel offers a boutique experience. Enjoy dinner at the garden-like rooftop restaurant or in the beautiful lobby lounge.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Example of a Deluxe hotel in Lake Louise
Located in Banff National Park, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, a sparkling turquoise lake, and the impressive Victoria Glacier. Explore the area’s outstanding beauty on horseback, or paddle on the lake in a canoe.
Personalize This Itinerary
Here are some of the most popular ways to personalize this journey.
Add private experiences
Get away from the crowds on a private guided alpine hike or a private heli-tour — just two of the many activities that can be personalized as private guided experiences. Upgrade one experience or your entire trip, including private transfers and tours. Discover some of the top trips for private adventures.
Celebrate an occasion
Honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, or the fulfillment of a lifelong goal, our team is ready to make it a celebration to remember. From arranging a bottle of champagne to putting together a helicopter picnic for two on top of a mountain at sunset, we're ready to make your dreams a reality.
Upgrade to Prestige Class
Prestige Class is a luxury experience. Available on VIA Rail’s The Canadian Train between Vancouver and Toronto, this spacious double cabin includes a special concierge service throughout your journey. This is one of our most popular upgrade options.
Private Icefields Tour
Spend the day with a private guide and explore the Icefields Parkway at your own pace. Along the way, take a helicopter tour from an Icefields base and soar above aqua-green lakes, spectacular glaciers, and graceful waterfalls.
What Our Customers Say
Excellent
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16 reviews
Rocky Mountaineer portion was the best part of our trip
Rocky Mountaineer portion was the best part of our trip. We loved the food, scenery, and the story telling by staff and fellow travelers.
Donald and Jenny
PA, USA
Our trip was delightful
Our trip was delightful. The highlights were the Pan Pacific view of Vancouver harbor; the tours of Victoria, Whistler; Rocky Mountaineer was excellent; and the food and city tour in Toronto.
Louis and Deborah
NY, USA
The experience of the Rocky Mountaineer was amazing
We had a wonderful experience throughout our holiday. The tours booked including meal reservations were amazing. The experience of the Rocky Mountaineer was amazing and has left us...
Katrina and Shane
NSW, Australia
In a word, the trip was great
In a word, the trip was great. The rail journey was smooth and comfortable with delicious food. The two night stays at the Fairmont in Toronto, Lake Louise and Banff were remarkabl...
Susan and Philip
VA, USA
So enjoyable, the stay could have been longer
The train travel, the crews, the food and experience interacting with people from all over the world was illuminating. We loved Jasper, a charming town with the magnificence of the...
Patricia and Nugent
MA, USA
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Insider Tips
For me, the cross-Canada trips are the perfect blend of diversion and relaxation. My favorite stretch is the descent from the Rockies' alpine forests into the panoramic vistas of the prairies.
Greg
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