Overview

Discover the ultimate family-friendly winter getaway with this 4-day adventure. Experience Jasper's wildlife and cosmic wonders, embark on a scenic train ride, journey through the iconic Icefields Parkway to Banff, and cap off your trip with a magical sleigh ride in a snow-covered meadow.

Day 1: Begin your Jasper adventure with a guided Wildlife Discovery Tour through the park’s most scenic areas. Your expert guide will share fascinating insights into Jasper’s ecosystems and help you spot animals like elk, deer, mountain goats, and more — all in their natural winter habitat.

Day 2: Continue your journey with a relaxing and scenic Train Tour through the majestic Rockies. Enjoy sweeping views of untouched wilderness and mountain valleys as you experience a stretch of one of Canada’s most historic rail routes. It’s an unforgettable family experience that blends comfort and adventure.

Day 3: Wrap up your three-day getaway with Jasper’s most iconic winter experience — the Maligne Canyon Icewalk. Explore frozen waterfalls, glittering ice formations, and the depths of Jasper’s deepest canyon on this safe, guided adventure suitable for the whole family. It’s the perfect way to end your winter escape.

If you’re continuing your travels, remember you can add the Connector service to or from Edmonton or Banff/Lake Louise to make your itinerary complete — and save 15% with promo code SAVE15.

What's Included

Jasper Winter Wildlife Tour

Duration:

3 hours

Dates:

Oct 13th, 2025 - Apr 30th, 2026

SunDog Tours’ knowledgeable guides are trained to seek out all of the park’s most iconic creatures. Big or small, there are lots of animals to see in Jasper!

Jasper Winter Wildlife Tour

Duration:

3 hours

Dates:

Oct 13th, 2025 - Apr 30th, 2026

SunDog Tours’ knowledgeable guides are trained to seek out all of the park’s most iconic creatures. Big or small, there are lots of animals to see in Jasper!

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Winter Jasper Train Tours

Duration:

5-7 hrs

Dates:

Year Round

This amazing Jasper Train Tour takes you on a journey along the Fraser River to quaint mountain towns.

Winter Jasper Train Tours

Duration:

5-7 hrs

Dates:

Year Round

This amazing Jasper Train Tour takes you on a journey along the Fraser River to quaint mountain towns.

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Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Canyon Icewalk

Duration:

3 Hours

Dates:

Dec 18th - March 31st

Experience the magic of winter in Jasper National Park with the Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Canyon Icewalk.

Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Canyon Icewalk

Duration:

3 Hours

Dates:

Dec 18th - March 31st

Experience the magic of winter in Jasper National Park with the Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Canyon Icewalk.

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FAQ

Will I get pictures of animals? (Winter Discovery)

Photos are usually taken from the inside the vehicle or on the ground at a safe distance from the animals.

How should I dress? (Train to McBride)

Dress comfortably as you will be sitting on the train and bus for the majority of your tour!

What should I bring? (Train to McBride)

We recommend bringing a camera, water, snacks and a lunch if you haven’t eaten before the tour. VIA Rail does have food facilities.

Is there a cancellation fee? (Train to McBride)

Bookings cancelled 48 hours in advance will have a zero percent cancellation policy on the SunDog Tours Sightseeing portion.

As of June 13th, 2022, VIA Rail has implemented a $25.00 per ticket cancellation fee on all tickets. If VIA Rail imposes this fee at the time of cancellation, it will be applied when you request the cancellation.

Can we book dome car seating?(Train to McBride)

Unfortunately, we are unable to book dome car seating with VIA Rail.

Icewalk Minimum age

Yes! the youngest child that can participate in the Icewalk is 6 years old.

Parents with infants in slings or backpacks unfortunately we are unable to accommodate due to the ability to hinge at the waist and move effectively through the canyon.