Canada by train is the most breathtaking way to experience a beautiful snow winter paradise. Naturally, your winter adventures might include some of the world's greatest ski slopes in picturesque resort towns. But whether you're a ski buff or not, there's a whole world of amazing winter holidays for the rail traveler.
To book VIA Rail tickets or Canadian winter rail excursion packages, or for questions and custom itineraries, please speak with one of our train travel specialists at toll free 1-888-730-9500.
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Winter Rail Highlights
What better way to take in the splendor of the
Canadian Rockies by train than in the magic of wintertime? Dizzying mountains and glaciers, frozen lakes and rivers, and a serene trek through snowy forests, all from the comfort of a luxury rail car. Or even experience this winter wonderland up close. Explore the National Parks in Banff and
Jasper, hike through icy canyons, and stroll across colossal glaciers at the Columbia Ice Fields. For a more relaxed-paced outdoor encounter, try a guided night walk through a forest trail, or sitting back to enjoy a sleigh ride, finishing up with a cup of hot chocolate in a cozy lodge.
There's nothing more essentially Canadian than the Québec Winter Carnival (or Carnaval de Québec). The largest winter carnival in the world, Québec City hosts 17 days of fun frozen festivities including parades, international ice sculpture competitions, and a grand ice castle home for the festival's ambassador, Bonhomme. All the old world charm of Québec shines in this uniquely French-Canadian celebration that began in 1894. Carnival can be the highlight of a tour of the Montréal and Québec City, the tranquility of a winter snow train beautifully complementing the "European feel" of these historic cities.
Your Canada snow train adventure can even take you clear across the continent, in a coast-to-coast tour that takes you from the coastal mountains of BC, through the mighty Rocky Mountains, and to the picturesque winter of Atlantic Canada. Experience all the grandeur and beauty that the Canadian winter has to offer, enjoying each region's unique and memorable charm.
Browse our full selection of VIA Rail winter rail packages here.
To book VIA Rail tickets or Canadian winter rail excursion packages, or for questions and custom itineraries, please speak with one of our train travel specialists at toll free 1-888-730-9500.
For travelers outside of North America, click here for our International toll free numbers.