Overview
MCBRIDE TO JASPER TRAIN TOUR
Ride the Steel Rails! Enjoy breathtaking views of the Rockies aboard Via’s Skeena Train on one of our Jasper Train Tours. Join us as we embark on a fully Guided Sightseeing tour aboard one of our Luxury Coach Bus Tours. You will explore the Robson Valley, surrounded by the snow-capped Cariboo Mountains on one side and the majestic Rocky Mountains on the other, as you make your way to the quaint McBride Train Station for your train journey back to Jasper National Park. On your return, you will travel alongside the Fraser River, the world's largest salmon-producing river. Another highlight includes a stop at Mount Robson, the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 metres(12,972 feet).
Monday & Thursday / Departure: 9:30am / 6-7 hrs
JASPER TO MCBRIDE TRAIN TOUR
This amazing Train Journey and Sightseeing Tour starts from the Jasper Train Station and culminates in McBride, British Columbia. You will first enjoy approximately 3 hours of “Train Time” aboard Via’s luxurious Skeena Train, followed by a scenic bus tour back to Jasper. Upon arrival at McBride Train Station, you will be greeted by our SunDog Driver/Guide and your vehicle for the return sightseeing journey to Jasper. On your return journey, you will visit the town of Dunster, B.C. Rearguard Falls (summer only), famous for being the easternmost waterfall where the Chinook salmon (the largest of the Pacific salmon species) ascend during their journey from the Pacific Ocean to their spawning grounds; and Mount Robson, the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 metres (12,972 feet). The entire Jasper Train Tour trip offers incredible photo opportunities plus a chance to get some fascinating information from your guide about the rich history, geology, and ecology of the region.
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday / Departure: 10:00am / 6-7 hrs
Highlights
VIA Rail Train
Mount Robson
Dunster & McBride
Booking Info
FAQ
How should I dress?
Dress comfortably as you will be sitting on the train and bus for the majority of your tour!
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing a camera, water, snacks and a lunch if you haven’t eaten before the tour. VIA Rail does have food facilities.
Can we book dome car seating?
Unfortunately, we are unable to book dome car seating with VIA Rail.
Is lunch provided?
We do not provide lunch on this tour. Please bring enough food and snacks to last you the 6-hour journey.
VIA Rail has a food cart, and there are food facilities and cafés at or around each of the stations.
Our favorite way to take lunch on this tour is to go to the local supermarket Nesters and purchase products to make a charcuterie, grab a sandwich and salad and have your own gourmet lunch on the train.
What locations will we pick up from?
We pick up from any accommodation in the Jasper townsite as well as some outlier accommodations. We pick up from the following outlier hotels: Jasper Park Lodge, Pine Bungalows, Tekarra Lodge, Alpine Village, Jasper House Bungalows, Beckers Chalets, Patricia Lake Bungalows, and Pyramid Lake Resort. We encourage guests, if possible, to meet at a central location like the VIA Station (Totem Pole) or the Jasper Adventure Centre. This expedites pickups for scheduled tours.
What locations do we NOT pick up from?
Sunwapta Resort, Wapiti Campground, Wabasso Campground, Whistlers Campground, Athabasca HI Hostel, Maligne Canyon HI Hostel, Miette Mountain Cabins, Overlander Lodge, Jasper East Gate Cabins and any accommodation in Hinton.
What if I’m staying at Pyramid Lake Resort or Patricia Lake Bungalows?
We will conduct our pickups in advance to expedite the process, so please be ready 15 minutes before the posted pickup time. (For example: If your tour pickup time is 08:30, please be ready by 08:15.)
Is there a cancellation fee?
Bookings cancelled 48 hours in advance will have a zero percent cancellation policy on the SunDog Tours Sightseeing portion.
As of June 13th, 2022, VIA Rail has implemented a $25.00 per ticket cancellation fee on all tickets. If VIA Rail imposes this fee at the time of cancellation, it will be applied when you request the cancellation.
Departure Times
Reservation Policy:
Valid photo identification that exactly matches passenger name must be provided for all guests 13 years and older. This will be required to be shown to VIA staff to check in and board the train. Failure to produce may result in being unable to board the train and no refunds will be issued.
*PLEASE NOTE: SunDog will have to confirm availability for train tickets with VIA Rail Canada. If their Train is SOLD OUT, we will contact you immediately to reschedule. This tour is not completely confirmed until we can establish train availability with VIA RAIL.
DOME CAR SEATING CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
**SunDog Tour Co. is not responsible or liable for delays for the VIA Rail portion of your half-day train tour once your tour has departed Jasper.
Fares
Winter Jasper Train Tours
Activity Level
Season
McBride to Jasper (Monday & Thursday)
Jasper to McBride (Sunday, Wednesday & Friday)
Duration
Ages
Adult
CHildren
McBride to Jasper
Jasper to McBride
FAIRMONT JPL, JASPER & JASPER SKYTRAM SHUTTLE SERVICE
** Drop-Off Only (No Onward Journey)
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