Book tickets online at the VIA Rail Canada Web site (see Resources below) or by calling 888-VIA-RAIL.
Book the Snow Train to Alberta. Travel packages are often available to various ski resorts and destinations, which you can book through VIA Rail Canada.
Protect your belongings. Saskatchewan stations sell plastic covers and cardboard boxes to protect any sports equipment you plan to check as luggage.
Take advantage of the amenities. The Snow Train features a special first-class designation called "Silver & Blue" complete with gourmet meals, personal attendants and exclusive access to the much-hyped Park car.
Connect with the Canadian train in Alberta train stations. They span Canada from east to west. You can travel beyond Alberta with a variety of itineraries to choose from.
Pack your sports equipment! The Snow Train allows you to check skis, bikes, canoes and masts and sailboards.
Book tickets for travel during any of the 3 days a week the Canadian operates. You can check the VIA Rail website for special deals or just phone in your reservation.
Stay overnight. Choose a destination in Alberta that's a little off the beaten path. Sleep contentedly in your sleeping car bed or choose a private bedroom.
Have a cocktail under the stars in Alberta. The Skyview car offers alcoholic beverages to help you relax while you journey toward your destination.
Take the Canadian to connect with other trains. In Alberta, you can hop on board a route that services the Pacific coast like the Malahat and Skeena trains.
