Jasper to Vancouver Via Whistler
Rocky Mountaineer 3-day Train Trip
This route offers a comprehensive experience, showcasing some of the most stunning and diverse rail scenery in the world. You'll journey past breathtaking lakes, through serene coastal rainforests, and across the desert-like landscapes of the Fraser Canyon, before reaching the vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. This area is known as gold country, drawing prospectors from around the globe during the late 1850s and early 1860s in search of their fortunes.
- Tour Features
- Rocky Mountaineer: 3-day train trip from Jasper to Vancouver Via Whistler GoldLeaf Service
- Hotel: 2 night of hotel accommodation
- Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- Rail Transfers & Luggage Handling: Whistler & Quesnel
- Onboard Service: Services of a Rocky Mountaineer Host
Starting Tour rate
2026 GoldLeaf
- GoldLeaf, April: Starting from $4,480
- GoldLeaf, May: Starting from $4,880
- GoldLeaf, June-October: Starting from $5,030
Note: The tour includes hotel accommodation in Whistler and Quesnel.
Due to the availability of our Whistler hotel partners, we cannot guarantee specific properties, and room types are standard.
2026 Tour Dates
| MONTH | Departure Dates |
|---|---|
| April | 28 |
| May | 5, 12, 19, 26 |
| June | 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| July | 7, 14, 21, 28 |
| August | 4, 11, 18, 25 |
| September | 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| October | 6 |
Note: For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, please contact our customer service directly.
- Itinerary (Jasper - Quesnel - Whistler - Vancouver)
Day 1 (Jasper To Quesnel)
(Departs: 6:55 Am, Arrives: 6:30 Pm)*
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Quesnel on your first day. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench, with the steep Rocky and Cariboo mountains either side, and on to the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia’s northern interior. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass and Moose Lake. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel. Overnight in Quesnel. [B] [L]
Day 2 (Quesnel To Whistler)
(Departs: 7:10 Am, Arrives: 7:30 Pm)*
Your journey continues south today to Whistler. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon to the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacial-fed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in the resort town of Whistler. Overnight in Whistler. [B] [L]
Day 3 (Whistler To Vancouver)
(Departs: 3:10 Pm, Arrives: 7:00 Pm)*
The morning is free to explore Whistler Village at your leisure. Highlights of the trip include the Cheakamus Canyon, the dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, Brandywine
Falls, and breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. An afternoon snack is served onboard. On arrival at the North Vancouver train platform, you will be transferred to your accommodation in downtown Vancouver.
* Departure and arrival times may vary subject to rail traffic
[B] = Breakfast
[L] = Lunch
Pent-up demand for Canadian vacations has been extremely high, and we highly recommend booking your seats as early as possible (to secure your preferred date and avoid hotel downgrades).
Onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, you’ll be cared for by a dedicated team committed to exceptional service — and their gratuities are included as part of your package price.
However, gratuities are not included for sightseeing tour guides or drivers. Tipping is entirely at your discretion, though in Canada it’s customary to offer a gratuity in recognition of excellent service.
Pick-Up Locations
Guests are picked up from several partner hotels in downtown Vancouver before the train departure. Common pickup hotels include:
- Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
- Fairmont Pacific Rim
- Fairmont Waterfront
- Georgian Court Hotel
- Hampton Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
- Pan Pacific Vancouver
- Sheraton Wall Centre
- Sutton Place Hotel
Drop-Off Locations
Upon train arrival, guests are transported back to their hotels. In addition to the hotels listed above in the pickup section, drop-offs may include hotels such as:
- Blue Horizon Hotel
- Century Plaza Hotel
- Coast Coal Harbour Hotel
- Hotel BLU
- Hyatt Regency Vancouver
- Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Rocky Mountaineer operates exclusively during the daytime so that you can really enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the route. Every day of travel begins early in the morning, usually around 6:00 and 8:00 a.m., and ends late afternoon, about 5:00 p.m., and that’s when you check into your overnight hotel.
Absolutely! Rocky Mountaineer offers assistance with boarding and detraining at every stop. However, it is essential to let them know about your mobility or accessibility requirements at the time of booking or fill up the Accessibility Requirements Form to ensure everything is arranged for a smooth, comfortable journey.
The GoldLeaf Service is Rocky Mountaineer’s luxury experience, featuring a bi-level glass-domed coach, gourmet dining, exclusive outdoor viewing platforms, and premium hotel stays. It offers the highest level of comfort, service, and panoramic views through the Canadian Rockies.
“Excellent tour and saw amazing places and experienced lovely things. It met our needs of visiting the Rockies and was well priced for what it had offered. Well worth the money. Brad was very well spoken and knowledgeable with all the information he provided. He knew his information/history and provided us with all necessary information. Len was very friendly and professional one of the best drivers from a tour company we have experienced.”
Ronald & Amanda Mallia Swansea, NSW, Australia