Canada Railway Tours

Canada railway tours are an ideal way to discover the country’s diverse landscapes and cosmopolitan cities, and the best part is that they’re so affordable. Typically, your trip includes hotel accommodation, transportation between destinations, some meals and sightseeing, all in one price.

There are a number of great options for touring Canada by train, so browse our collection to find the perfect route for you and your friends. From the awe-inspiring scenery of the Rocky Mountains, through the scenic East Coast and over to the Maritimes, you’re sure to discover some of the nation’s most picturesque attractions on these Canadian rail journeys.

The Canadian: A bucket-list experience

For those wishing to cross the entire country, VIA Rail’s overnight train The Canadian is the way to go. It covers 4,446 km between Toronto and Vancouver–and there’s no shortage of dazzling sights to admire along the way. The train boasts panoramic domed cars and cozy lounges that serve up freshly prepared regional cuisine. Sleeper cabins are available too, with room for up to four people.

White Pass & Yukon Route: A journey of exploration and discovery

This historic railway runs between the wilds of Alaska’s Yukon territory and Skagway, home to the world-famous Klondike Gold Rush. Built during the gold rush, the line winds through a wild and remote terrain that features mountains dappled with evergreens, deep gorges carved out by rivers, and frothy waterfalls spilling over rocks.

It’s also a great opportunity to see plenty of wildlife, including moose and bears, as well as other species that are native to the region. You’ll even have the http://canadarail.ca chance to take a tour through the area, including a cruise aboard a steam-powered train.

Skeena Train: A highlight of the Canadian Rockies

Travel through the heart of the ‘Rockies’ by train on the iconic Skeena line between Jasper in the mountains and the small port town of Prince Rupert on British Columbia’s coast. A highlight of this journey is the incredible views of glaciers, pristine lakes and towering mountain peaks that stretch into the distance. The train chugs along the river through lush forests and past isolated towns.

If you’re looking for a more premium experience, we recommend the train’s GoldLeaf Service, which replaces the traditional ceiling with a stunning glass dome that offers unparalleled panoramic views of the stunning scenery. The cabins on the GoldLeaf Service feature en suite toilets and showers, and the meals served in the coach are excellent.

Explore the prairies of Saskatchewan and the Okanagan valley on a leisurely tour by heritage railway

A train ride through the heart of Saskatchewan’s fertile wheat belt is an ideal way to spend a day or two. You’ll see old-fashioned farm equipment and learn about the agricultural history of this unique province on a 75-kilometre tour from Cudworth to Wakaw. You’ll have time to visit a museum and eat lunch in a farmhouse-style dining car.

The Kettle Valley Steam Railway: A century-old railway that acted as an important transport link between the ‘Coast to Kootenay’ is now back in operation on this scenic train ride through Summerland, B.C. The route was once used to transport fruit and supplies to local orchards, but now you can enjoy a ride on this restored heritage line as it passes through some of the most idyllic apple, pear, cherry, plum and grape vineyards in the region.