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Glide Across Canada in Style

The Canadian answer to the Orient Express.

Jurriaan Teulings
Scenset travel expert
Canada by rail

Flying from Toronto to Vancouver might only take 5 hours, but it also means missing out on the best that Canada has to offer. That's where The Canadian train really shines, weaving a route across the country, and treating passengers to the jaw-dropping landscapes in total comfort.

It takes around 86 hours for The Canadian to cover its whole route, passing through Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Edmonton, and Jasper, with the choice to hop off, spend a few days exploring, then hop on the next train to a new destination.

The Canadian on its course across the country
The Canadian on its course across the country
The incredible landscapes along the route
The incredible landscapes along the route
The slow train to tranquility

There really is no better way to appreciate Canada's size and diversity of landscapes than slowly gliding through it, letting the soothing cadence of the tracks liberate your mind from all things fast-paced.

Even the Canadian Shield, a dense boreal forest that covers about half the country, never gets old. There are lakes, prairies, and of course, the spectacle of the Rocky Mountains. You might even spot wolves and bears along the way, and the views from the panorama car during the twilight hours are simply breathtaking.

Never miss a sunset
Never miss a sunset
A bit of nostalgia and a whole lot of luxury

If you opt for Prestige Class, you’re in for a treat. Traveling in nostalgic yet luxurious cabins, you’ll see why this is sometimes referred to as the North American version of the Orient Express. The stylishly appointed cabins come fully equipped with a double bed, a bathroom, and even a television – though you’ll find that the latter is no match for the views outside.

Lakes and spruce trees from the panoramic car
Lakes and spruce trees from the panoramic car
Better than any TV show
Better than any TV show
Prestige class – comfort and style
Prestige class – comfort and style
Keen to see the scenic side of Canada?

We can arrange an incredible trip across Canada, stopping off at every destination that piques your interest. Just get in touch.

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Jurriaan Teulings
Jurriaan dreamt of becoming either an astronomer or a circus clown. He became a lawyer instead, but finally found the ultimate fit for his free-range mind as a travel writer and photographer. A Stroopwafel evangelist, he's also won a few awards: two in plexiglass, one in bronze, and one made of beads. The biggest prize: 20 years of travel to all continents and 99 countries so far.

all images courtesy of Jurriaan Teulings