
6-Day Winter Train+Bus Tour: Vancouver to Calgary, Jasper & Banff
When Alex from our BugBitten team tried this winter train-and-bus loop through the Canadian Rockies, the trip opened with an overnight VIA Rail ride from Vancouver to Jasper. That slow, self-guided start felt more scenic and relaxed than a coach transfer would have. Over six days the route runs from Jasper along the Icefields Parkway to Banff, then through a string of lakes, canyons and waterfalls before finishing in Calgary. Jasper and Banff are small mountain towns where people arrive bundled up for the cold, grab a coffee on the main street and head out early to beat the crowds at the big lookouts. Guided sightseeing buses take over from Day 4 in a medium-sized group of up to 24 guests, with commentary in English followed by Mandarin. Alex found the pace more like a well-planned sampler than a sprint, which suits anyone who wants the famous views without driving the mountain roads themselves.






































