Banff
Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff is renowned for spectacular mountain scenery, turquoise lakes, and a vibrant alpine atmosphere. Set within Banff National Park, this iconic destination combines natural beauty with exceptional accommodations, dining, and outdoor experiences, making it a highlight of many Canadian rail vacations.
August 17, 2025
Luxury in the Wilderness: Hotels of the Canadian Rockies
These historic, luxury hotels are available throughout all…
June 9, 2025
Wildfires in Canada and the Impact on Rail Travel
Everything you need to know about the wildfire situation.
January 24, 2025
The Rocky Mountaineer Train – Everything You Need to Know
Discover everything you need to know about travelling…
August 17, 2024
Grotto Canyon – A unique hike through the Rockies
Grotto Canyon Trail is a fun, easy hike that is very…
August 15, 2024
Things to Do in Banff National Park in the Summer
Things to do on a free day when visiting Banff or Banff…
June 7, 2024
Private Tours in the Canadian Rockies
Private Tours are one of the best ways to experience…
May 21, 2024
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
Hiking is as quintessential to the Canadian Rocky Mountains…
November 9, 2023
A Train Lover’s Dream Feature
A highlight of Canada Rail Vacations' Train Lover's Dream…
October 2, 2023
Haunted Places in Canada by Rail
A Halloween train trip across Canada and information on all…
July 20, 2023
When is the best time to travel on the Rocky Mountaineer train?
Hiking is as quintessential to the Canadian Rocky Mountains…
March 21, 2023
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf Service.
January 19, 2023
Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's SilverLeaf Service.
June 30, 2022
Fairmont Banff Springs – Canada’s castle in the Rockies
For many of our guests, a stay at this historic hotel isn’t…
April 26, 2022
Rocky Mountaineer’s First Train of 2022
In April 2022, the Canada Rail Vacations team were aboard…
March 17, 2021
Golf, the Fairmont Banff Springs and Matt Kuchar
In 2013 I literally moved across Canada for mountain golf.
January 20, 2021
Experiencing Spring on the Banff Gondola
One of the best meals I've ever had in my life was atop the…
November 23, 2020
How to get the Best Seat Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
There are no bad seats aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train,…
March 19, 2020
Banff National Park aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train
The Canadian Rockies train chuffs through pine forests that…
February 1, 2020
The History of the Canadian Railroads
It gets called everything from Trans-Canadian Railroad to…





















