We Forgot How to Travel Like This [S5: E02]

Ride aboard VIA Rail's Canadian as I travel 2,755 miles across Canada on one of the world’s most legendary rail journeys. Over 5 days and 4 nights, this historic stainless-steel streamliner carries us from Toronto to Vancouver through endless forests, frozen prairies, towering mountains, and some of the most breathtaking scenery in North America. From vintage sleeper cars and dome lounges to fine dining and unforgettable landscapes, this is far more than just transportation — it’s a rolling time capsule from the golden age of rail travel. Along the way, we dive deep into the incredible history behind the train and the railway that helped unite Canada. We explore the origins of the 1955 Canadian Pacific train, the engineering of its iconic Budd-built stainless-steel cars, the legacy of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and the evolution of passenger rail in Canada. From the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Shield to snowstorms in the Rockies, every day brings new scenery, unexpected delays, fascinating railroad history, and unforgettable moments aboard one of the last great long-distance passenger trains on Earth. This journey is about slowing down and rediscovering what travel used to feel like — when the trip itself was the adventure. Whether you’re a train enthusiast, history lover, or simply someone dreaming of crossing a continent in comfort, this video captures the magic, beauty, and nostalgia of one of the greatest rail experiences still operating today. If you enjoy railroading history, cinematic train travel, and immersive travel documentaries, be sure to subscribe for more adventures from the rails. Here are a few links to videos by other creators who traveled in Prestige Class    • 95 hours on Canada’s BEST train! (Vancouve...      • I Tested Every Class on This 5 Day Train A...   #TheCanadian #VIARail #TrainTravel #LuxuryTrain #CanadianRailway #RailroadHistory #TranscontinentalRailway #CanadaTravel #RockyMountains #TrainAdventure #Railfan #SleeperTrain #CanadianPacific #TravelDocumentary #ScenicTrainRide #RailTravel #VintageRail #CrossCanada #BucketListTravel #TrainJourney