14 Day Vancouver to Montreal Train Trip

The higlights of Canada. You’ll start at the Pacific and end in the east, and over 14 days, you’ll see all of the highlights of our great country. From lush West Coast rainforests, to remote glaciers atop mountains, to Canada’s Prairies, lake country, and French-Canada, you’ll see Canada in a way that few people ever have. Seven days of life changing train travel, seven provinces, and places you would never dreamt existed: this is our two week train trip across Canada.

The world-famous Rocky Mountaineer is truly the trip of a lifetime. This luxury sightseeing train travels exclusively through the Canadian Rockies by daylight, slowing to highlight natural marvels. While indulging in hand-crafted, local cuisine, top-shelf beverages, and endless snacks and treats, you will listen to professional guides who will narrate Western Canada’s storied history and highlight unforgettable natural beauty. The Rocky Mountaineer stops overnight in the lake town of Kamloops so guests can sleep in a comfortable hotel and get ready for the rest of their adventure.

VIA Rail is Canada’s classic overnight rail passenger service. Aboard “The Canadian” train, you’ll step into a golden past and relive Canada’s history. A truly nostalgic experience, VIA Rail includes made to order meals in mid-century rail dining cars, glass domed observation cars, and private sleeper cabins to enjoy Canada’s scenery.

2023 Start Dates - Eastbound

Starting on Wednesdays and occasional Sundays

April

19   26

May

3   7   10   14   17   21   24   28   31

June

7   14   21   28

July

2   5   9   12   16   19   23   26   30

August

2   6   9   13   16   20   23   27   30

September

3   6   10   13   17   20   24   27

October

4   11


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Travel Summary

  • Day 1: Vancouver Arrival - overnight in Vancouver
  • Day 2: Hop on, Hop off Sightseeing Tour Passes - overnight in Vancouver
  • Day 3: Rocky Mountaineer Train from Vancouver to Kamloops - overnight in Kamloops
  • Day 4: Rocky Mountaineer Train from Kamloops to Banff - overnight in Banff
  • Day 5: Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola - overnight in Banff
  • Day 6: Sightseeing Tour from Banff to Jasper including Columbia Icefields Excursion - overnight in Jasper
  • Day 7: Board "The Canadian" Train in Jasper - overnight aboard the train
  • Day 8: "The Canadian" Train through Saskatchewan and Manitoba - overnight aboard the train
  • Day 9: "The Canadian" Train through Ontario - overnight aboard the train
  • Day 10: "The Canadian" Train - arrival in Toronto. CN Tower Admission - overnight in Toronto
  • Day 11: Niagara Falls Sightseeing Day Tour - overnight in Toronto
  • Day 12: VIA Rail Business Class from Toronto to Montreal - overnight in Montreal
  • Day 13: Step on, Step off Sightseeing Tour Passes - overnight in Montreal
  • Day 14: Montreal Departure

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 - Vancouver Arrival

Start your trip by arriving in Vancouver—Canada’s third largest city. Due to its cultural diversity and a bustling arts scene, this west coast gem is home to a number of unique attractions. Explore the city at your own pace with your “Hop on, Hop Off” bus pass.

After a day of exploring popular destinations like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Gastown, you’ll soon realize why Vancouver is often called one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Spend the night in your downtown Vancouver hotel room.

Day 2 - Vancouver

Today you will have the entire day to explore Vancouver at your own pace with your continued use of the  “Hop on, Hop Off” bus pass.

After a day of exploring popular destinations like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Gastown, you’ll soon realize why Vancouver is often called one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Spend the night in your downtown Vancouver hotel room.

Day 3 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Vancouver to Kamloops

Climb aboard the Rocky Mountaineer and raise your glass as the train heads northeast out of Vancouver. Your journey across Canada has officially begun! Travel alongside the mighty waters of the salmon-rich Fraser River and pass the powerful rapids of Hell’s Gate.

Towards the end of today you’ll approach the drier grasslands of Kamloops, where you will be spending the night in your hotel room.

Day 4 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Kamloops to Banff

As you travel east towards the province of Alberta, you are greeted by the Canadian Rockies. Rocky lakeshores, snow-capped mountain peaks and crisp glacial streams accompany you as you dine on locally-sourced, gourmet meals.

Learn about points of interest such as astoundingly high Kicking Horse Canyon and the Spiral Tunnels. End off today in the friendly mountain resort town of Banff where you will spend the next two nights in your hotel room.

Day 5 - Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola

Today you’ll be on a 5-hour guided tour through the towering Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay Mountains. Learn about the wind-shaped hoodoos and experience Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive.

Take a gentle gondola ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for fantastic views, interpretive boardwalks and photo opportunities. The rest of the afternoon in Banff is yours to spend walking some local trails, playing golf or relaxing as you choose.

Day 6 - Sightseeing Tour from Banff to Jasper including Columbia Icefields Excursion

Today you’re riding along the most beautiful highway in Canada—the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include stops at Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, The Columbia Icefield and the powerful Athabasca Falls.

While at the Athabasca Glacier, climb aboard the Ice Explorer—a specialized bus that travels directly on to the glacier. Listen as your guide explains all about its natural wonders. This is the day to pose for your new profile picture. Spend the next two nights in your Jasper hotel room.

Day 7 - Board "The Canadian" Train in Jasper

Your trip of a lifetime continues as you board “The Canadian” train. The train offers a truly unique experience of Canada’s diverse scenery. All meals are included and can be enjoyed in the dining car. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to take in the scenery in the glass dome. At night you will retire to your private cabin as the gentle sway of the train rocks you to sleep.

Take the time to get to know the train and all of its services. There are regular scheduled talks about local areas of interest. Or get to know all about the various personalities aboard the train, you’ll certainly meet some interesting characters during these four days of adventure. Read a book, watch a movie or catch up on some writing, as there is plenty of time for it all.

Day 8 - "The Canadian" Train through Saskatchewan and Manitoba

Your train continues on through the rolling prairies of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Swaying grasslands and fields of gold stretch out before you in every direction underneath a never ending sky. You’ll reach Winnipeg this evening before the train continues on eastwards towards the Halifax.

Day 9 - "The Canadian" Train through Ontario

The entire day is spent travelling across Canada’s second largest province, Ontario. Your route is north of the Great Lakes and the entire day can be spent watching the countryside pass by. Lakes and never ending forests are out your window throughout the day as you glide across our great country on the route the early settlers once took.

Day 10 - "The Canadian" Train Arrival in Toronto

Arrive in Toronto in the afternoon and the rest of the day is yours. Use your CN Tower admissions pass to view Canada’s capital city from above. You may choose to walk the glass floor or maybe enjoy a seasonal dinner in the rotating restaurant at the top. You will spend the night in your Toronto hotel room.

Day 11 - Niagara Falls Sightseeing Day Tour

Travel through wine country where Niagara Falls, one of the Seven Great wonders of the World, is waiting for you! Board the Hornblower boat and feel the mist on your face as you cruise along the roaring base of Horseshoe Falls. You’ll also get the chance to experience the falls from above, standing within feet of its lip.

End off the day tour with a visit to Niagara on the Lake, a pretty little village overflowing with flowers. Return to Toronto in the early evening.

Day 12 - VIA Rail Business Class from Toronto to Montreal

You can brush up on your French as you travel first class along VIA Rail’s Corridor. Say bonjour as you cross into the culturally-rich province of Quebec and enter Montreal, the second largest French-speaking city in the world. You can wine and dine as you wish tonight whether that’s at a high-end restaurant or snacking on some poutine—Canada’s favorite food! Spend tonight in your Montreal hotel room.

Day 13 - Montreal Day Tour

Spend the day on a tour that will take you to some of Montreal’s most famous attractions. These include; Old Montreal, the Notre Dame Basilica and Olympia Park.

Day 14 - Montreal Departure

Your tour ends when you check out of your hotel. We truly hope this was a trip of a lifetime. Thank you for traveling with Canada Rail Vacations!

What's Included

  • 9 nights hotel accommodation
  • 3 nights private bedroom accommodation on board "The Canadian" train in Sleeper Plus Class
  • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service
  • 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
  • Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour of Vancouver
  • Banff Tour including Banff Gondola
  • Icefields Parkway Tour including Ice Explorer
  • CN Tower admission
  • Full day Niagara Falls excursion with meal
  • Toronto to Montreal VIA Rail train (Business Class)
  • Montreal Hop on, Hop off tour
  • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops & Banff
  • Gratuities/tip for Rocky Mountaineer train staff
  • Independent Tour

Not Included

  • Rail station transfers in Jasper, Toronto and Montreal
  • Transportation to/from Vancouver and Montreal airports
  • Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, VIA Rail and Niagara Falls day trip
  • Gratuities/tip for hotel, VIA Rail and transfer staff
  • Canadian sales tax

2023 Pricing - Canadian Dollars

Date Range

Popular Hotels
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Superior Hotel
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Deluxe Hotel
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GoldLeaf Train Service
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Apr 19 - Apr 26:

$7911

+$931

+$1428

+$660

Apr 27 - May 21:

$8690

+$1041

+$1757

+$810

May 22 - Jul 26:

$9291

+$1202

+$2062

+$810

Jul 27 - Sep 24:

$9370

+$1202

+$2062

+$830

Sep 25 - Oct 11:

$8323

+$1041

+$1757

+$660

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Upgrade:

N/A

Included

Included

N/A

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Hotel Upgrade:

N/A

Included

Included

N/A

VIA Canadian Train Service:

Sleeper Cabin

N/A

N/A

Sleeper Cabin

Pricing Details:
  • Prices are per person in Canadian Dollars and are subject to an additional 5% Canadian sales tax.
  • Prices are based on double occupancy. For single and triple sharing, please request a quote.
  • To qualify for any current Specials, please request a quote.
  • Upgrades to Premium hotel rooms (5 stars) and Private Tours/Transfers are available. Please request a quote.

Approximate Exchange Rates:

$1.00 CAD =

$0.75 USD

€0.68 EUR

£0.59 GBP

$1.11 AUD