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British Columbia Escorted Rail Holidays

British Columbia is approximately four times the size of Great Britain and is Canada's westernmost province. Our rail holidays in British Columbia explore the majestic mountains and breathtaking scenery of a province which includes the Pacific Ocean coastline and the towering Rockies. On our tours of British Columbia you can explore the exciting city of Vancouver, visit the provincial capital of Victoria (on Vancouver Island) or enjoy a cruise along the shore towards Alaska. Our holidays also explore the small towns and resorts high up in the Rocky Mountains, including Kamloops, Prince George and Price Rupert. Every day of our journey through British Columbia offers a new excursion, a new sight to see and a new experience to treasure.

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Touring British Columbia with Great Rail Journeys

On a rail tour of British Columbia you will see the highlights of this beautiful Canadian province - including cosmopolitan cities and breathtaking mountain vistas. When you take a rail tour of British Columbia with Great Rail Journeys, you can experience the scenery from some of the world's most famous trains.

If you are crossing Canada from coast to coast on The Canadian, you will travel though the incredible Rockies from the comfort of one of the world's finest sleeper trains. An alternative rail tour of British Columbia allows you to enjoy the views on the fabulous Rocky Mountaineer train, with daytime journeys made in unrivalled comfort - with unbeatable views through panoramic windows.

As part of any rail tour of British Columbia, you can enjoy excursions from the train, including the opportunity to see fascinating mountain wildlife - such as eagles, bears and moose - and guided tours of the towns and cities within the province.

Expert Opinion
"You must travel on the Rocky Mountaineer! Fabulous scenery; first class meals, and extremely knowledgeable guides. I remember seeing a mother bear playing with her cub at Emerald Lake, that memory will stay with me forever."- Ros Smith - Canada Tour Manager
Ros Smith - GRJ Tour Manager

Holiday ideas for British Columbia

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Quebec City
Across Canada by Train
15 days from
£4,725 pp
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Canada Coast to Coast rail holiday
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Canada Coast to Coast
4.0 stars(69 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulSepOct
19 days from
£5,399 pp
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The Canadian
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Canada, Niagara Falls and the Rocky Mountains
4.4 stars(38 reviews)
2025MayJunSep
13 days from
£3,999 pp
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Banff
Canadian Rockies by Rail
8 days from
£2,975 pp
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Highlights of Canada at Christmas
Highlights of Canada and the Rocky Mountains at Christmas
2024Dec
2025Dec
11 days from
£3,199 pp
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Highlights of Canada in Winter
Highlights of Canada and the Rocky Mountains in Winter
4.0 stars(20 reviews)
2025Feb
2026FebMar
11 days from
£2,699 pp
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The Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise
4.6 stars(40 reviews)
2025MayJunSep
16 days from
£5,699 pp
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Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tour
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Wonders of Canada and The Rocky Mountaineer
4.3 stars(69 reviews)
2025MayJunAugSep
14 days from
£6,099 pp
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