Review of the Year 2024
20/12/2024 · By Dave Riley, CEO
From all of us at Great Rail Journeys, we wish you a wonderful festive period. Take a look back at 2024 and get a glimpse at our new holidays for 2025.
Read moreCanada's national parks are vast, varied, and bursting with natural beauty. With 37 national parks across the country, these protected spaces showcase the diverse landscapes that make Canada unique. Among these, Banff, Jasper, and Yoho National Parks form part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for their rugged mountain scenery, glacial lakes, and abundant wildlife.
In Banff National Park, you can admire the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and take a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views. Jasper offers a quieter, more secluded experience, with vast, wild landscapes. You can explore Maligne Lake, famous for Spirit Island and ride an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Just west of Banff, Yoho National Park is home to Emerald Lake and the stunning Takakkaw Falls, one of Canada's highest waterfalls.
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Delve into the remarkable landscapes of Canada on this overland journey on world-famous trains. Our exploration begins with a guided tour of beautiful Vancouver on the Pacific coast before we enjoy two daytime trips on the amazing Rocky Mountaineer to the astonishing Canadian Rockies. Based in gorgeous Banff and charming Jasper, we admire...
A spectacular overland adventure showcases the beautiful and varied landscapes for which the world's second largest country is famed. Landing in characterful Vancouver, we explore the majestic west coast's jaw-dropping Rocky Mountains, rushing rivers, glacial lakes and pristine forests before boarding the iconic Canadian train for a three-night...
Uncover Canada's most amazing landscapes on this fantastic journey from the Pacific coast to the Great Lakes. Our exploration begins with a guided tour of beautiful Vancouver before touring the stunning Rocky Mountains from the charming mountain towns of Banff and Jasper. Here, we admire awe-inspiring vistas including Lake Louise, the Icefields...
Experience the sensational snowscapes of Canada - also known as 'the Great White North' - on an unforgettable winter journey on the Canadian train. From multicultural Vancouver, to the rugged mountain towns of Jasper and Banff, you'll be staying in luxurious and renowned Fairmont hotels while encountering snow-covered peaks, shimmering frozen...
Celebrate the festive season in the sensational snowscapes of Canada on an unforgettable rail journey, experiencing the sights, sounds and scents of Canada at Christmastime. While staying in renowned, festively decorated Fairmont hotels, we explore the city of Vancouver, travel overnight on the famous Canadian train through the Rockies and enjoy...
A magnificent small-group tour across the remarkable landscapes of Canada, this superb holiday features stays in the country's grandest hotels. From characterful Vancouver and its 'castle in the city', to picture-perfect Banff and Jasper, and on to Québec City's world-famous Le Château Frontenac, we stay in four iconic Fairmont hotels. Our...
Take a breathtaking journey through the Canadian Rockies aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train, from Vancouver to the mountain town of Banff. Your journey takes you through stunning scenery, and on arrival in Jasper you can ride the Jasper Skytrain up to Whistler's Mountain for more inspiring views. You'll visit magical Lake Louise and you'll have the...
This unforgettable journey begins in the vibrant coastal city of Vancouver, where you can soak in the maritime charm and explore the city's scenic beauty before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer for a two-day adventure. Traverse through the awe-inspiring Canadian Rockies on one of the world's most iconic trains, taking in the majestic landscapes and...
On this once-in-a-lifetime journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train, you'll experience the dramatic landscape of Western Canada through panoramic windows, from the comfort of your train. You'll journey through the Canadian Rockies, to Jasper, and onto Lake Louise. You'll explore two national parks, where you can spot the local wildlife, such as...
On this unforgettable journey aboard two different trains, you'll begin by taking the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver, through breathtaking landscapes, to Kamloops. You'll then explore the alpine resort town of Banff and the serene beauty of Lake Louise. Your journey takes you along the Icefield Parkway to Jasper, where you'll board the second...
Experience two inspiring train journeys, aboard the all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer, and the sleeper train, VIA Rail's Canadian. Travel through the Canadian Rockies and visit alpine towns where you'll spend the night, explore ice fields and make the journey of a lifetime to Niagara Falls. Beginning in Vancouver and ending in Toronto, you'll...
On this once-in-a-lifetime tour you'll begin by exploring the alpine resort towns of Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper, before boarding VIA Rail's Canadian train for a trip through the Canadian Rockies to Vancouver. After exploring the exciting city of Vancouver, you'll swap the rails for the waterways when you board your cruise ship to take you...