When it comes to scenic beauty, Canada is a land of diversity with coastal areas caving into beautiful fjords, mighty rivers gushing through arid expanses, deep canyons stretching into majestic mountains, and more. There are so many ways of discovering the beauty of this country, but there are some sights that are best unfurled from the tracks, while sipping on a delicious concoction, indulging in a decadent meal or just sinking into a luxurious seat with large dome windows. Read on to know our top recommendations, all of which can be covered through different rail routes on the Rocky Mountaineer.
PYRAMID FALLS
Pyramid Falls is one of the most distinctively beautiful waterfalls in Canada. The name comes from the pyramid like shape of the falls that is created as the water cascades down a step like structure, eventually crashing on a layer of bedrock that has been thrust sideways, fanning the water out. To preserve the area, there aren’t any developed exits and only the top tier can be viewed by road. So that makes the railways one of the only ways of viewing the might and entirety of the falls from an exclusive vantage point. The train crosses the Pyramid Falls on Journey Through The Clouds route of the Rocky Mountaineer.
HELLS GATE
The Fraser River beautifully narrows down at this point called the Hells Gate. The water gushes through the passage narrowed down by towering rock walls that plunge towards each other making it a natural wonder and a sight to behold. The Rocky Mountaineer train crosses the rail bridge at Hells Gate in two of its journeys, First Passage To The West and Journey Through The Clouds.
GOLD FLECKED CANYONS
A ride through sights seldom seen and beautiful vistas that will take your breath away. Take a journey through the Gold Flecked Canyons of Canada that drew wagons full of gold prospectors once upon a time. You can book tickets for Rainforest to Gold Rush route of the Rocky Mountaineer for a rail trip steeped in luxury where history abounds.
MOUNT ROBSON
While the Mount Robson is most commonly known for being the highest point in the Canadian Rockies, it is so much more than just that. The surrounding glacial lakes, the dramatic ascents and the chance to spot wildlife make the Robson an exciting view to unveil. While hiking is one way to unfurl the beauty of this mountain, you can also choose to discover the heft of the mountain and its scenic vistas from the comfort of your reclining chair. The Rocky Mountaineer rolls through the area unveiling majestic views of the Robson on two of its routes, Journey Through the Clouds and Rainforest to Gold Rush.
Travelling by train is now more just a way of commuting as the Rocky Mountaineer turns the journey itself into the destination with a diversity of views, luxurious service and an exceptional gourmet experience on board. To view more details about the rail routes and bookings, click here.