Discover the Rocky Mountaineer luxury train! Journey from Vancouver to Banff or Lake Louise with stunning Rockies views, GoldLeaf vs SilverLeaf service, gourmet dining & travel tips.
Is a luxury train journey through the Canadian Rockies on your bucket list? 🚂 In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk – Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken Lawrence sits down with Mindy Baker of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to review her recent adventure aboard the Rocky Mountaineer’s First Passage to the West.
Mindy shares everything you need to know about this iconic daylight-only rail journey, including:
🌄 The breathtaking scenery from Vancouver through Kamloops to Banff or Lake Louise.
🚆 The difference between GoldLeaf and SilverLeaf Service – from panoramic dome cars to gourmet dining and outdoor viewing platforms.
🏨 The seamless hotel stays each night, luggage handling, and luxury touches that make the experience stress-free.
👨‍👩‍👧 Who this trip is perfect for – from families and multigenerational travelers to solo adventurers and nature lovers.
♿ Accessibility and comfort features for all travelers.
đź§ł Travel tips for booking, the best season to go, and how to combine your Rocky Mountaineer journey with an Alaska cruise for the ultimate bucket-list vacation.
Whether you’re a train enthusiast, luxury traveler, or simply dreaming of Canada’s most stunning landscapes, this episode will inspire your next great journey.