The Rocky Mountaineer is one of best rail trips in Canada and one of the most famous trains in the world. Running from the city of Vancouver and traveling across British Columbia and Albert, the experience shifts your attention between two things: the stellar onboard service and the jaw-dropping views from out your panoramic window.
There are several routes to choose from, depending on the amount of time you have. Along the way you’ll see waterfalls, glaciers, canyons, deserts, flora, fauna, lakes, mountains, tunnels, bridges, and more.
They say that pictures say a thousand words, so here are some Rocky Mountaineer photos to tempt you to pick the Rocky Mountaineer for your next visit to Western Canada.
Interiors are lavish, but so is the paint job!
What an amazing bridge!
Canada has some amazing colors in BC and Alberta.
Keep your eyes peeled, you never know what you'll see!
If you're lucky for a clear day, you might not believe your eyes.
Hard to believe where these railway tracks will take you.
You can choose from 3 levels of onboard service:
- Goldleaf: the best of the best, with two-level glass domed coaches, private dining rom, and a la carte breakfast and lunch provided.
- Silverleaf: A new service available on trains between Vancouver and Banff or Calgary; you’ll enjoy a hot meal, assigned seating, and a single level glass domed coach.
- Redleaf: spacious and comfortable seats that recline, letting you relax whether you’re enjoying the view out the picture windows or savoring a hot meal delivered right to your seat.
All levels of service include onboard attendants that provide interpretive commentary en route.
To learn more, visit the Rocky Mountaineer website. Advance booking always recommended.
Photos courtesy of the Rocky Mountaineer.
