Destinations

Rocky Mountaineer

ROLLING RETREATS ABOARD THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER REDEFINES MOBILE MEETINGS

Seven mountain ranges. Three unique routes. One unforgettable meeting by rail through Canada’s untamed Rocky Mountains. Private dome cars, luxurious lounges and stunning vistas provide the backdrop to an unconventional meeting. Between business sessions soak in the sights: glacier-capped jagged mountain peaks, swirling rivers pooling into lakes straight out of a fairytale, big game wildlife within reach of your camera’s lens. Strategize in utter seclusion by day, then cap each one off in five-star luxury. You’ll be amazed at the creative outcomes you can reach while aboard.

Ideal Group Size 16 or More Guests

Motivate your team to think outside the box or knock their sales targets out of the ballpark. A voyage aboard the Rocky Mountaineer is the ultimate reward. Travel by day through some of Canada’s most breathtaking scenes only accessible by rail, then bed down in luxurious style each night in a five-star mountain resort.

Exclusive charter of GoldLeaf Service and SilverLeaf Service coaches and lounge cars for incentive groups and corporate retreats.

Experts to help you plan
Rocky Mountaineer

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This place is perfect for teambuilding and incentive programs that:

  • Want to move souls, literally, and figuratively
  • Seek to transform organizations through demonstrated out-of-the-box thinking
  • Desire immersive, uninterrupted experiences
  • Look for exceptional ways to cultivate team spirit

You can count on:

  • Open hearts. Open minds. Everyone’s welcome aboard
  • Impeccable service, gourmet food and fine Canadian wine on board the train
  • Charming and entertaining onboard hosts epitomize Canadian hospitality
  • Plenty of oohs and ahhs and photo ops traversing the Canadian Rockies by rail
  • One-of-a-kind mountain adventures for the mild or wild at heart
  • Tucking into a five-star resort each night, soft pillows, sweet dreams guaranteed

The Routes

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Vancouver <--> Banff

Vancouver, British Columbia to Banff, Alberta (or reverse) traverses the Continental Divide on the same route that united Canada from east and west. Along the way pass wind-swept hoodoos, the Kickinghorse River, spiral tunnels and Castle Mountain en route to a luxurious stay in Lake Louise — the most photographed spot in the Rockies.

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Vancouver <--> Jasper

Vancouver, British Columbia to Jasper, Alberta (or reverse) follows the whitewater rapids of the Fraser River Canyon, climbing toward Pyramid Falls and the highest peak in the Rockies at Mount Robson before pulling into Jasper, a quiet town in the largest of Canada’s mountain parks.

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Longer Journeys

Longer journeys are also available —

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UNIQUE VENUES FOR MEETINGS, MEALS AND SWAPPING STORIES

We won’t lie. It’s hard to focus on anything but the scenery, but if you absolutely must huddle as a group charter one of the exclusive GoldLeaf and SilverLeaf cars which are easily transformed into a private reception lounge, or a rolling boardroom.

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Moving your people

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the Rocky Mountaineer Station: 30-minute drive

Lake Louise or Banff to Calgary International Airport (YYC): 2 to 2.5-hour scenic drive

Jasper to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): 4-hour scenic drive

BEFORE — AFTER — IN-BETWEEN MEETINGS

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Get Wild

Glass domed observation cars provide more than panoramic views — they’re the best seat in the house to capture wildlife shots on your camera

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Indulge in the Good Life

Wine-paired lunches, endless snacks — your onboard experience is a feast for all the senses

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Paddle a Canoe

Feel the dip and glide moment of “now” canoeing glacier-fed turquoise lakes

Sulphur Mountain
Get Elevated

Banff-bound passengers can summit Sulphur Mountain to dine 2,900 feet above town

Icefields
Be an Ice Explorer

Jasper-bound guests may visit the Columbia Icefield Centre and the Glacier Skywalk, thrilling and chilling experiences

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Create Your own Experience

Each destination offers unique group experiences for the mild or wild at heart. Visit Amazing Group Experiences to search the possibilities by each destination

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Stretch your budget in Canada

It’s a fact. Event dollars go further in Canada. With the Canadian dollar hovering between 25 and 30% below the U.S. dollar, planners are encouraged to enhance their meeting experience here. Dollars saved on the program requirements can translate into more bells and whistles or your bottom line, you pick.

Best time to experience:

Rocky Mountaineer rides the rails every year between April and October

Weather

Spring

3.6°C to 15.5°C

38.5°F to 59.9°F

Summer

9.8°C to 23.7°C

49.6°F to 74.7°F

Fall

4.9°C to 16.7°C

40.8°F to 62.1°F

Winter

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Hot off the Press

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Here's how we can help you get planning

The team at Destination Canada Business Events helps meeting planners bring corporate, association and incentive events to Canada. Contact our team for:

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