On board the VIA Rail Canada for the Rockies

In early October, I took a 2-day Canadian Rockies train journey from Vancouver, British Columbia to Jasper.  Pacific Central Station was the boarding point.  This trip was made possible by VIA Rail Canada.

Checking in was fast and efficient.  There was a left luggage service at the counter if you decided to leave your bags a day earlier, for a fee.   Due to space in the cabin /train, an overnight bag would be recommended.

And one more A&W root beer float at the station for the road.  A very Singaporean obsession.

For certain categories of passengers, you could wait at the lounge, where you could grab a free coffee and chat with fellow travelers.

Time for boarding,,,,

My cabin was compact, with toilet facilities (except shower).  It could be converted into a bed easily.

Seat in the cabin

Open the latch to set up the bed

As the train when travelling in the dark, there was no view outside the window.  I joined the welcome drinks reception for a while.   Through the few conversations that I had, a few had taken this ride before, and were doing a round trip.

Sleep time!  By releasing the hatch, the bed was in place for a the night's rest.