The Rocky Mountaineer train routes to the Canadian Rockies are “First Passage to the West,” connecting Vancouver to Banff or Lake Louise, “Journey through the Clouds,” linking Vancouver to Jasper.
The Rocky Mountaineer train routes to the Canadian Rockies are “First Passage to the West,” connecting Vancouver to Banff or Lake Louise; “Journey through the Clouds,” linking Vancouver to Jasper; “Rainforest to Gold Rush,” traveling between Vancouver and Jasper via Whistler and Quesnel; and “Passage to the Peaks,” connecting Banff and Jasper via Kamloops.
All these routes operate exclusively during daylight hours from mid-April to mid-October, ensuring uninterrupted views of the Pacific coastline, interior valleys, and the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains.
The First Passage to the West route travels 977 kilometres (607 miles) between Vancouver and Banff or Lake Louise, passing Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon, Thompson River, and Spiral Tunnels near Field, British Columbia. It is a remarkable engineering achievement from the early 1900s.
The Journey through the Clouds route covers 1,200 kilometres between Vancouver and Jasper, offering views of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, along with the spectacular Pyramid Falls and the turquoise North Thompson River valley. Each train journey features continuous storytelling from onboard hosts who share insights into the region’s Indigenous heritage, gold rush history, and mountain wildlife.
The Rainforest to Gold Rush route is a three-day journey that showcases the incredible diversity of western Canada’s landscapes, from the lush coastal rainforest near Vancouver to the desert-like canyons of the Fraser River and the alpine majesty surrounding Jasper. It includes overnight stays in Whistler and Quesnel.
The Passage to the Peaks is a two-day daylight journey between Banff and Jasper via Kamloops, traveling through the heart of the Canadian Rockies and highlighting some of the region’s most breathtaking mountain passes, rivers, and alpine scenery.
Rocky Mountaineer provides two distinct service levels for all routes. SilverLeaf Service offers single-level dome coaches with oversized windows, gourmet meals served at the seat, complimentary drinks, an overnight hotel stay in Kamloops with breakfast, and access to outdoor viewing areas. GoldLeaf Service includes bi-level dome coaches with glass ceilings, a lower-level dining room with chef-prepared multi-course meals and wine, unlimited beverages, a luxury hotel stay in Kamloops, and spacious reclining seats with extra legroom. GoldLeaf and SilverLeaf service levels include luggage handling, hotel transfers, and guaranteed window seating, providing a luxurious and scenic rail journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
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