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Canadian Rockies
Canadian Rockies Featuring Banff & Lake Louise
7 days from $3,695 pp $3,495 pp
  • Spend two days traveling into the Canadian Rockies on the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer
  • Stay on the shores of Lake Louise at the 5-Star Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • Uncover the allures of Western Canada in Vancouver and the resort town of Banff 
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Kenai Fjords National Park
Deluxe Alaska Highlights
8 days from $4,595 pp $4,395 pp
  • Travel through Alaska’s most scenic stretches with panoramic views from the Alaska Railroad
  • Delight in marine life spotting opportunities while cruising in Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Encounter Spencer Glacier and the grandeur of Denali from memorable perspectives
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Landwasser Viaduct Glacier Express
Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
11 days from $3,395 pp $3,195 pp
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Embark on an independent tour by train and get set for adventure! Set your own pace as you follow a well-crafted itinerary to popular destinations throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Blaze a trail of discovery on heritage and history tours. Uncover North America's natural wonders with national parks vacations.  Revel in the romance of Europe's capital cities.

Each independent rail tour features travel along legendary train routes, comprehensive sightseeing and ample time at leisure. Choose from an extensive selection of regional tours, cross-country rail vacations, rail-drive getaways, and rail-cruise packages.

 

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Canadian Rockies
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Moraine Lake in Banff
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Bow Lake, Banff National Park
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St Joseph Oratory Montreal
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Valley Ten Peaks Banff
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One of our most popular journeys into the Canadian Rockies, this itinerary showcases the best of Western Canada. Start in the vibrant Vancouver before boarding Rocky Mountaineer for two spectacular daylight-only trips past rivers, canyons and forests to Lake Louise. Continue to Banff, famed for its breathtaking scenery and charming...

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Uncover scenic landscapes and quintessential sights of Alaska on this seven-day independent journey featuring the Denali Star. Travel from Anchorage to Talkeetna, where a jetboat takes you along the Talkeetna and Susitna Rivers, and then embark on a tundra wilderness tour in Denali National Park, with an expert guide revealing the best...

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The classic ambiance of an overnight rail journey meets the splendors of one of America's top natural attractions on this rail vacation to Arizona. Join Amtrak's Southwest Chief on its cross-country route from Chicago to Flagstaff, and then board the 120-year-old Grand Canyon Railway on its route to the Grand Canyon. Uncover iconic views...

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More than 69,500 square miles of jagged peaks, emerald forests and alpine lakes spread across two provinces await in the Canadian Rockies - your destination on this enchanting rail vacation. Venture into the jaw-dropping scenery of Jasper National Park aboard VIA Rail's Canadian, and delve into iconic Rocky Mountain locales, including Banff...

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Discover beautiful Western Canada on this journey into the Canadian Rockies. Spend two days on the coast, discovering the dynamic city of Vancouver with a range of optional excursions before traveling into the breathtaking Rocky Mountains aboard Rocky Mountaineer. With detailed service, high-end cuisine and spectacular panoramic vistas, the...

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Trestle Bridge, Denali National ParkTrestle Bridge, Denali National ParkTrestle Bridge, Denali National ParkTrestle Bridge, Denali National ParkTrestle Bridge, Denali National Park
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By land and by sea, discover a land of untamed wilderness and awe-inspiring scenery in Alaska. Begin by boarding the elegant Holland America Ship in Vancouver, sailing north to reveal forested shores, glaciers and the quintessential towns of Alaska's Inside Passage. Uncover the charms of Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway, and then disembark in...

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Discover the wonders of Niagara Falls on this 4-day rail adventure. Beginning and ending in New York City, travel aboard Amtrak's Maple Leaf for a full-day journey through upstate New York and into Ontario. Make the most of your two full days in Niagara Falls, enjoying the sights and sounds of the thundering falls and exploring the area's local...

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Uncover otherworldly mountain scenes from charming resort towns and some of the world's most scenic railways on this unforgettable vacation in Switzerland. After arriving in Zürich, stay in two scenic bases in the Alps: the car-free village of Zermatt and the lakeside gem of St. Moritz. Enjoy an unforgettable perspective on the Matterhorn from...

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A showcase of Western Canada, this eight-day journey combines luxury rail travel with stunning mountain scenery. Start in Vancouver, boarding Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic ride through towering peaks and deep canyons to Jasper. Spend two nights in Jasper, exploring its breathtaking national park before traveling along the Icefields Parkway...

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Via Rail, The Canadian in the SnowVia Rail, The Canadian in the SnowVia Rail, The Canadian in the SnowVia Rail, The Canadian in the SnowVia Rail, The Canadian in the Snow
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Experience the best of the Canadian wilderness in a season when crowds are low and the scenery is pristine. Frosted mountain peaks, icy rivers and snow-clad scenes pave the way on this winter journey across five provinces. Step aboard the iconic Canadian train in Vancouver, and travel through landscapes only accessible by rail. Savor...

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Enjoy the convenience of train travel on this cross-country trip featuring two of Canada's most popular cities and the ever-changing landscapes of the interior. Begin in Vancouver, with time to appreciate its blend of nature and culture, before boarding VIA Rail's Canadian for a journey past snow-capped mountains, vast prairies and calm lakes...

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Combine sightseeing and relaxation in Western Canada on this five-day vacation into the Canadian Rockies. After staying in the vibrant city of Vancouver, join a daylight-only journey on the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer, passing through the Fraser Canyon, riding along the winding Thompson River, and traveling through tunnels to Banff, one of...

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Grand Canyon Railway Rails to the Rim Adventure
24/Sep
Robert Kramer
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Alaska by Land and Sea Featuring 3 nights in Denali
22/Sep
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Canadian Rockies Featuring Banff & Lake Louise
22/Sep
SARAH SUZANNE GODSEY
5 stars
“It was wonderful! Relaxing, great food and especially staffed with interesting, smart staff. Brando, Blanca in particular!
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Canadian Rockies Escape with Rocky Mountaineer
17/Sep
Gene
5 stars
“hard to beat what mother nature has made glad I got to make the tour
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Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer featuring Lake Louise
14/Sep
customer
5 stars
“We were looking forward to upgrade to Gold but it didn't happen. After the trip we were glad we didn't get the upgrade. The silver was great and more convenient for us. We had a great time.
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Zermatt & St. Moritz featuring Glacier Express
10/Sep
Kathleen Malerba
5 stars
“Excellent views and service
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Canadian Rockies by Rail
3/Sep
ELIZABETH SOMMERS PIERRET
5 stars
“This was an excellent adventure across the Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.
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Vancouver to Montreal Trans Canada Adventure
12/Mar
Mark Bell
5 stars
“The Prestige Class trip on VIA Rail was fabulous. The accommodations, service staff, and food were outstanding. The attention to details and comfort of the passengers was welcomed and much appreciated. The only hiccup in this opinion came when a Jr. Manager decided to relinquish 8 of...
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Iconic Parks of the Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer
18/Sep
lynnette
4 stars
“The Rocky Mountaineer experience was excellent. The food was top-notch. We experience was fun that a lot of nice people the weight staff/tour guide through the Rockies was amazing the amount of information they gave us about how Canada was essentially united from one end to the other by railroad,...
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