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There isnt one single best Canada train trip - the best trip is the one that fits how you like to travel. For most people it comes down to a few favourites: Best first-time Canada train trip: A 6-10 day Canadian Rockies train vacation starting or ending in Vancouver or Calgary, with time in Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper. You get big mountain scenery, iconic hotels and a good mix of rail and sightseeing without being away too long. Best bucket-list / coast-to-coast trip: A 14-24day journey that links the West Coast, the Rockies, the Prairies and Eastern Canada - often travelling between Vancouver, Jasper, Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax with extra nights in your favourite places. Best city & culture trip: A 7-10 day Eastern Canada train vacation between Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City, with optional time in Halifax and the Maritimes for coastal scenery and seafood.

Rocky Mountaineer Operates daylight-only, multi-day rail journeys through the Canadian Rockies and Western Canada, with comfortable seats, large windows and hotel overnights off the train. Its designed around scenery and onboard service. VIA Rail Canada national passenger rail service, operating both overnight sleeper routes (like The Canadian and The Ocean) and daytime intercity services (The Corridor) connecting major cities across the country. VIA is ideal for longer stretches and coast-to-coast journeys.

For most travellers, peak season is May through mid October for warm weather, long days and full access to activities in the Rockies and coastal regions. May and October are excellent "shoulder" months with fewer crowds and, in late September to mid-October, great fall colours in Eastern Canada and parts of the West. Winter is ideal if you are interested in snow, Northern Lights, winter sports or a cozy rail experience.

You can enjoy a taste of rail travel in 4-6 days with a short Canadian Rockies trip. A classic Rockies-focused vacation is often 7-10 days. To travel a substantial portion of the country by rail, plan 10-16 days, and for a full coast-to-coast itinerary (for example, Vancouver to Halifax with stops), think 16-24 days or more.

Yes. Many families enjoy Canada train vacations, especially on routes with lots of scenery and interesting stops. Cabins and seating can often be configured so families sit or sleep together, and there are sightseeing and activity options suitable for all ages in the major destinations. Your Travel Designer can help you choose routes, cabins and pacing that work for your children ages and routines.