The 4 Best Scenic Train Rides in Canada

1.Niagara Parks: Power Pass + Falls Incline Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 164 reviews · from $26Our pick

Visit Niagara Parks Power Station by day and night with a flexible one-day pass. Explore restored machinery and interactive exhibits, ride a glass elevator 180 feet down, walk the 2,200-foot Tailrace Tunnel, and reach a river-edge platform beneath Horseshoe Falls. Your ticket also includes the Falls Incline Railway, audio guides, and Currents.

“liked the flexibility of coming and going when we wanted.”

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2.Bicyle Tour on Historical Kettle Valley Railway from Myra Canyon to Penticton

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $184Top rated

Ride the historic Kettle Valley Railway from Myra Canyon to Penticton with guide Ben, crossing 19 trestles and three tunnels over a gradual 74-kilometer descent. Enjoy Okanagan Lake views, rock ovens, Chute Lake, and a complimentary winery tasting. Hotel pickup from Kelowna and West Kelowna is available.

“Great day! We thought some of the terrain could use some grading, but, overall, a good experience. Beautiful scenery. Ben was an absolutely wonderful host!”

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3.Whistler Train Wreck, Suspension Bridge & Hidden Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $116

Join a small-group, two-hour walk from Whistler’s Gondola Transit Exchange to the Train Wreck and Cheakamus River. You’ll cross temperate rain forest, see graffiti-covered boxcars from a 1950s crash, and cross a suspension bridge above turquoise glacial water. Ryan may lead, and sturdy enclosed footwear is required.

“Wonderful tour and exceptional tour guide. Ryan was so knowledgeable and helpful. Loved the hike to the train wreck. Just an amazing area to see and experience. Would recommend taking time to experience this and learn more about the area from Ryan. Loved it!”

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4.Guided Bike Tour on Historical Kettle Valley Railway at Myra Canyon & Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $216

Start with a guided, mostly flat 24 km bike ride across 18 Myra Canyon trestles and through two tunnels. Afterward, enjoy lunch at Meadow Vista Honey Wines, then visit three or four Okanagan wineries. Pickup is available in Kelowna and West Kelowna, with small groups capped at 14.

“Beautiful if easy bike ride. Views are stunning. The vineyards were very enjoyable. Lots of pours lots of variety. Alain was a great guide pleasant and knowledgeable.”

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