Yukon Aurora and Rockies Winter Rail
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10 days / 9 nights
Nights of viewing
3 nights
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Winter wonderland adventure in Canada
This winter vacation is a dream come true! Spend three days exploring the winter wilderness of the Canadian Rockies before catching the sleeper train to Vancouver. Then, fly to Whitehorse for three nights of Northern Lights viewing. Since Whitehorse sits under the auroral oval, it's the perfect spot to experience this incredible natural phenomenon.
Overnight journey on VIA Rail from Jasper to Vancouver
Splendour of Banff and Jasper National Parks in winter
Experience the mystical Aurora Borealis on guided viewing excursions
Discover the stunning landscape of the Yukon
Winter adventures at your own pace
Seamless transfers in each destination
Top experiences and features
Relax on the sleeper train to Vancouver
Discover icy canyons in the Rockies
Enjoy a selection of winter activities
Head north to Whitehorse for amazing aurora viewing
Spend evenings by the campfire
Enjoy a half-day dogsledding experience
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Your vacation begins - Calgary to Banff
Your Canadian winter vacation starts in Calgary, the gateway to the Canadian Rockies. From the airport, head straight to Banff National Park. Watch as the landscape evolves around you, with snow-capped mountains appearing on the horizon.
Explore Banff
Banff is the liveliest of the mountain towns on your Canadian holiday, and the energy on Banff Avenue is contagious. There are plenty of quaint shops to visit, and the delicious smell of homemade maple fudge from nearby sweet stores will lure you in for a truly delicious experience.
The Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper
Spend the morning in Banff before heading north to Jasper this afternoon. Travel along the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic highways!
Explore Jasper
Discover Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies. The small town of Jasper offers visitors a more laid-back mountain experience with equal opportunities for adventure, discovery and relaxation.
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper National Park
Board The Canadian train in Jasper. Leave Jasper National Park, cross the continental divide, and travel through beautiful British Columbia. See snow-covered mountains and pristine forests — keep an eye out for Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies' highest peak.
VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver
After travelling through BC’s Fraser Valley, your journey onboard The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in coastal Vancouver — a spectacular city surrounded by mountains and the ocean.
Into the North – Vancouver to Whitehorse
Head north to Whitehorse, one of North America's best Northern Lights (aurora borealis) viewing locations. Whitehorse has low precipitation levels — it is practically a desert — which means little cloud cover and maximum viewing time!
Discover Whitehorse
Explore the Yukon's largest city, set on the mighty Yukon river. Learn about the history of Whitehorse, the land and its people. Finish your day by gazing into the dark sky and searching for the aurora borealis.
Outdoor adventures in Whitehorse
Embrace life in the Canadian north with an outdoor winter activity — one of the many activities Yukoners have been doing for decades. Later, enjoy another evening of Northern Lights viewing.
Return to the West Coast – Whitehorse to Vancouver
Your Yukon winter experience finishes as you head to the airport for your flight back to Vancouver. Watch the changing landscape on your journey to the West Coast.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Your vacation begin...
Your vacation begins - Calgary to Banff
Day 2
Explore Banff
Explore Banff
Day 3
The Icefields Parkw...
The Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper
Day 4
Explore Jasper
Explore Jasper
Your vacation begins - Calgary to Banff
Your Canadian winter vacation starts in Calgary, the gateway to the Canadian Rockies. From the airport, head straight to Banff National Park. Watch as the landscape evolves around you, with snow-capped mountains appearing on the horizon.
Explore Banff
Banff is the liveliest of the mountain towns on your Canadian holiday, and the energy on Banff Avenue is contagious. There are plenty of quaint shops to visit, and the delicious smell of homemade maple fudge from nearby sweet stores will lure you in for a truly delicious experience.
The Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper
Spend the morning in Banff before heading north to Jasper this afternoon. Travel along the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic highways!
Explore Jasper
Discover Jasper National Park, the largest park in the Canadian Rockies. The small town of Jasper offers visitors a more laid-back mountain experience with equal opportunities for adventure, discovery and relaxation.
VIA Rail - Depart Jasper National Park
Board The Canadian train in Jasper. Leave Jasper National Park, cross the continental divide, and travel through beautiful British Columbia. See snow-covered mountains and pristine forests — keep an eye out for Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies' highest peak.
VIA Rail - Arrive in Vancouver
After travelling through BC’s Fraser Valley, your journey onboard The Canadian train comes to an end. Arrive in coastal Vancouver — a spectacular city surrounded by mountains and the ocean.
Into the North – Vancouver to Whitehorse
Head north to Whitehorse, one of North America's best Northern Lights (aurora borealis) viewing locations. Whitehorse has low precipitation levels — it is practically a desert — which means little cloud cover and maximum viewing time!
Discover Whitehorse
Explore the Yukon's largest city, set on the mighty Yukon river. Learn about the history of Whitehorse, the land and its people. Finish your day by gazing into the dark sky and searching for the aurora borealis.
Outdoor adventures in Whitehorse
Embrace life in the Canadian north with an outdoor winter activity — one of the many activities Yukoners have been doing for decades. Later, enjoy another evening of Northern Lights viewing.
Return to the West Coast – Whitehorse to Vancouver
Your Yukon winter experience finishes as you head to the airport for your flight back to Vancouver. Watch the changing landscape on your journey to the West Coast.
Prices
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Accommodations
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Banff Caribou Lodge
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa is a short walk away from downtown Banff. Relax in one of the hotel’s cozy guestrooms, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or rent a bike and explore the local area.
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
The Best Western Gold Rush Inn is a historic hotel in downtown Whitehorse. Restaurants, museums, and shops are within walking distance.
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel
Right in the heart of downtown, the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel offers easy access to Vancouver’s top attractions. Fall asleep quickly in one of the hotel’s well-appointed rooms and wake up to beautiful ocean and city views.
Personalize this itinerary
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Visit Dawson City
If travelling between January and March, extend your time in the Yukon with our 3-night Dawson City add-on. Discover the area's Klondike Gold Rush history, learn cultural crafting practices, explore the rugged Tombstone Territorial Park, and of course, see the Northern Lights.
Spend time in Vancouver
Vancouver's mild climate, large outdoor spaces and diverse neighbourhoods attract visitors year-round. Add on a couple of extra nights here, so you have time to explore the city.
Add a day in Whistler
Just two hours north of Vancouver, Whistler is known as a world-class ski destination, but it's a stunning spot to visit spring through fall. Ride the gondola between dramatic snow-covered peaks, explore the village, and learn about local Indigenous culture.
Explore Northern Lights
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