There are journeys that change you, scenes that linger, and vistas that insist you pause. On Rocky Mountaineer, the train car becomes a moving theatre, rolling through the Canadian Rockies with beauty that’s rarely seen. In 2026, that experience reaches new heights with Passage to the Peaks—Rocky Mountaineer’s newest rail route. Designed to showcase even more of Western Canada’s awe-inspiring landscapes, this journey promises breathtaking moments at every turn.
Mount Rundle – A Portrait in Motion
Before the train winds deep into the Rockies, Mount Rundle commands attention. Rising sharply above Banff, its iconic silhouette is etched against the sky. In the early morning or golden hour, it reflects in Vermilion Lakes like a painting come to life. Whether you catch it from the train or during a stop in Banff, Mount Rundle is bold, serene and unforgettable.
Jasper National Park – Where Stillness is Grand
As the train rolls into Jasper, the air turns crisper, the peaks sharper. Forests stretch, rivers carve their banks and the pace slows. In Jasper, you sense the magnitude of nature - not just the height of mountains, but the breath between trees, the silence between sounds.
Moose Lake – Reflections at the Edge of Wilderness
Tucked along the route between Jasper and Kamloops, Moose Lake is a stretch of still water that catches the light. Framed by dense forest and flanked by mountains, the lake often mirrors the sky in perfect symmetry.
Rogers Pass – A Mountain Passage Through Time
As the train approaches Rogers Pass in the heart of Glacier National Park, the grandeur is undeniable. Towering peaks frame a corridor of alpine wonder, once one of the most challenging routes for early railway builders. Today, the pass offers breathtaking views of ancient glaciers, avalanche sheds, and mountain slopes that tell stories of resilience and raw beauty. It's a journey through both nature and history.
Pyramid Falls – Nature’s Cascading Spectacle
Hidden deep within the rainforest-like surroundings between Kamloops and Jasper, Pyramid Falls appears almost out of nowhere. The train slows as it hugs the tracks beside this powerful waterfall—white water tumbling dramatically down a sheer cliff face, so close you can almost feel its mist.
Shuswap Lake – Where Water Meets Wilderness
As the train follows the shoreline, Shuswap Lake stretches wide and still. Forested hills rise gently from the water’s edge, and reflections ripple with passing light. It’s a peaceful contrast to the peaks before—a quiet, glimmering pause in the journey.
The Spiral Tunnels & Kicking Horse Canyon
Few engineering feats are as photogenic as these. The Spiral Tunnels coil through the mountains, easing the railway’s ascent. In Kicking Horse Canyon, precipitous cliffs tumble toward the canyon floor, roaring river below. The train edges along ledges, enters tunnels, emerges into light—it feels cinematic.
Wildlife Encounters – The Unscripted Magic
While the train offers luxury and views, some of the most memorable moments come unannounced. A bear foraging at the forest’s edge. Elk moving through a meadow. Eagles tracing the sky. The Rockies are alive with wildlife, and from your seat or during off-train adventures, you just might catch a glimpse of nature at its most unscripted. This is a journey for the senses. For the heart. For the places that demand to be seen, not merely passed by. Depart from Banff and journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, passing highlights such as Stoney Creek Bridge and the impressive Mount Robson, en route to Jasper. Passage to the Peaks, available for a limited time in 2026, offers this unforgettable experience with prices starting from £7,319 per person departing June 2026.
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