Unveiled: An Unique Rail Journey Across the Rocky Mountains, Exclusively in Canada
The Canadian Rockies are set to welcome a new luxury train journey next year, as Rocky Mountaineer unveils the Passage to the Peaks. Operating exclusively from June to July 2026, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity promises an unforgettable experience for travellers seeking a serene mountain escape.
The route connects the mountain towns of Banff and Jasper, offering uninterrupted views of Canada's alpine serenity. The primary Passage to the Peaks route begins and ends in either Banff or Jasper, with an overnight stop in Kamloops. Travellers can choose between one, five, seven, or nine-night experiences, allowing for flexible trip lengths.
The journey includes a panoramic view of landmarks such as Rogers Pass, Shuswap Lake, Castle Mountain, the Spiral Tunnels, and Pyramid Falls. Another seven-night itinerary retains Banff but excludes Lake Louise, while an additional option includes stops in Edmonton, Calgary, and the Columbia Icefield. For those seeking a more extended adventure, the nine-night itinerary, called the Grand Adventure, includes stops in Kamloops, Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Columbia Icefield.
The Passage to the Peaks experience features daylight-only travel in GoldLeaf coaches that offer panoramic windows and glass-domes for immersive views. Guests enjoy gourmet meals prepared onboard with fresh local ingredients and personalized service from onboard hosts. Optional detours to Lake Louise, a glacier-fed lake renowned for summer canoeing, are available.
The adventure focuses on Canada's renowned national parks and pristine mountain landscapes as an alternative to the traditional west coast route. Passage to the Peaks offers a comprehensive exploration of the region, focusing on Canada's mountain landscapes.
Prices for Passage to the Peaks range from €1,937 (£1,670) for the two-day trip to €8,353 (£7,201) for the complete experience. With a limited booking window from June to July 2026, this rail adventure aims to redistribute tourist traffic from Vancouver, especially with a major global sporting event on the horizon in 2026.
Whether you're seeking a short escape or an extended exploration, the Passage to the Peaks promises a luxurious and unforgettable journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
- The Canadian Rockies' new luxury train journey, Passage to the Peaks, will offer an escape for travelers yearning for a serene mountain getaway.
- Operating from June to July 2026, the Passage to the Peaks tour connects Banff and Jasper, providing breathtaking vistas of Canada's alpine landscapes.
- Exploring the mountain towns, travellers can opt for one, five, seven, or nine-night adventures, allowing for various trip lengths.
- The luxury itinerary boasts a panoramic view of landmarks like Rogers Pass, Shuswap Lake, and the Spiral Tunnels, among others.
- For an extended adventure, the nine-night Grand Adventure includes stops in Kamloops, Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Columbia Icefield.
- Passengers on board the GoldLeaf coaches, equipped with panoramic windows and glass-domes, will enjoy gourmet meals prepared with fresh local ingredients.
- The outdoor-living adventure prioritizes Canada's renowned national parks and pristine mountain landscapes, offering a sustainable and immersive exploration of the region.
- With prices ranging from €1,937 (£1,670) to €8,353 (£7,201), the Passage to the Peaks rail journey promises a luxurious and unforgettable escape through the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
