Itinerary
| Day by Day | Place Visited | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | Welcome to Banff | |
| 2 | Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | Exploring Banff | |
| 3 | Thursday, July 11, 2024 | A Trip to Lake Louise | |
| 4 | Friday, July 12, 2024 | Lakes, Mountains and Glaciers | |
| 5 | Saturday, July 13, 2024 | Glacier Adventure | |
| Rocky Mountaineer Train | Without Rocky Mountaineer Train | ||
| 6 | Sunday, July 14, 2024 | Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Kamloops | Exploring Jasper |
| 7 | Monday, July 15, 2024 | Rocky Mountaineer from Kamloops to Vancouver | Relaxing in Kananaskis |
| 8 | Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | Depart Vancouver | Farewell Canada |
| Day by Day | Place Visited | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | Welcome to Banff |
| 2 | Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | Exploring Banff |
| 3 | Thursday, July 11, 2024 | A Trip to Lake Louise |
| 4 | Friday, July 12, 2024 | Lakes, Mountains and Glaciers |
| 5 | Saturday, July 13, 2024 | Glacier Adventure |
| Rocky Mountaineer Train | ||
| 6 | Sunday, July 14, 2024 | Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Kamloops |
| 7 | Monday, July 15, 2024 | Rocky Mountaineer from Kamloops to Vancouver |
| 8 | Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | Depart Vancouver |
| Without Rocky Mountaineer Train | ||
| 6 | Sunday, July 14, 2024 | Exploring Jasper |
| 7 | Monday, July 15, 2024 | Relaxing in Kananaskis |
| 8 | Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | Farewell Canada |
After your arrival at Calgary Airport, your stay at a historic mountain resort in Banff awaits. Built in the distinctive Canadian Château style, it is one of the earliest examples of the country’s grand railway hotels. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner.
- Meals: Dinner with Wine
- Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Connect with nature as you join a memorable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a First Nations Cree Iroquois Local Expert. Discover First Nations culture, such as how plants and animals like bears hold great significance. This authentic dive into the First Nations Cree community is not only enlightening but also helps assure the sustainability of the community and culture. You’ll embark on a guided walk in the Boreal Forest and learn the Indigenous world of plant medicines as well as the historical and modern-day uses of plants and listen to fascinating stories about the First Nations. This afternoon, choose to relax and unwind in Banff Hot Springs. Or, learn about the history of the Fairmont Banff Springs from a knowledgeable ambassador. Hear stories of events that took place around and at this hotel and receive a self-guided map of highlight locations for you to Discover.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs
Make Travel Matter
Make Travel Matter
The Three Sisters Peak or Mt Assiniboine will impress on this morning’s optional helicopter flights (weather dependent). Make your way to Moraine Lake – the largest glacially fed lake in Canada – for a photo stop before a decadent lunch at Louiza Restaurant at Chateau Lake Louise. Marvel as you’re surrounded by soaring peaks and the majesty of the Victoria glacier. Capture a photo or two of the turquoise Lake Louise and rugged backdrop of one of the most famous mountain vistas in the world before returning to Banff and enjoying the rest of your day at leisure. Tonight, opt for a scenic end to your day by taking Banff Gondola ride.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch with Wine
- Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Top Rated Highlights
Top Rated Highlights
Optional Experiences:
Brewster Ban Gondola
* Please Note: this optional experience is weather permitting.
Brewster Ban Gondola
Mt. Assiniboine Helicopter Tour (35 min)
Mt. Assiniboine Helicopter Tour (35 min)
Three Sisters Peaks Tour (25 min)
Three Sisters Peaks Tour (25 min)
The glaciers, waterfalls and peaks of Yoho Park are revealed on this morning’s visit to Yoho National Park. Your journey includes photo opportunities at Emerald Lake and Takakkaw Falls before taking the Icefields Parkway, one of the most beautiful drives on the planet. Admire the dramatic scenery of the Rockies with plenty of photo opportunities. A warm welcome greets you at the country’s first and only glacier-view resort over a Champagne reception and nibbles. Before dinner, take advantage of the long daylight hours and set out for an after-hours visit to the Columbia Icefield Skywalk, a glass-floored walkway above the Sunwapta Valley featuring waterfalls and wildlife. After your Skywalk visit, indulge in a delicious, Canadian inspired, locally sourced dinner, sip cocktails and marvel at the spectacular glacier views that wrap the restaurant.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
- Hotel: Glacier View Lodge
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Before other travellers arrive, venture onto the Athabasca Glacier in a massive Ice Explorer for your special, before-hours visit. Join your Local Expert and walk on the frozen flow of ice. Discover the beauty and immensity of the glacier as you learn about the history and geology of the region. Continue along the magnificent Icefields Parkway and arrive at Jasper National Park with its soothing mineral hot springs, colourful meadows and majestic mountains.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Hotel: The Crimson Jasper.
Experiences
Experiences
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Jasper Station at 8:10am MT. Today you will travel from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, located in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass, and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops. You will arrive in Kamloops between 5:30pm and 7:00pm PT. Spend the evening exploring the town, or relaxing in your hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Hotel: All Hotels are Moderate Standard in Kamloops
- In addition to the magnificent scenery the following GOLD service on board the Rocky Mountaineer:
- Bi-level dome with seating above and dining room below
- Full glass-dome windows with panoramic views
- Gourmet à la carte meals in the lower-level dining room
- Reclining, comfortable pre-assigned seating with ample leg room
- Attended by four Hosts, plus a full culinary team
- Signature cocktails, premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks
- Large, exclusive outdoor viewing platform
- Engaging Hosts with stories about historic sites, scenery, and wildlife
- Luggage delivery to your overnight hotel accommodation in Kamloops
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Hotel: Overnight Vancouver
After breakfast, you are transferred to Airport where your journey comes to an end. Arrival time at airport is approximately 12:00.
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 6, 7, And 8 for Those Travelers that Prefer Not to Ride The Rocky Mountainner from Jasper to Vancouver
We are also offering an alternative option for those travelers who prefer to take the land tour but not to take the Rocky Mountaineer scenic train ride to Vancouver
Enjoy a relaxed start this morning or join the fun and experience an optional easy rafting, scenic float trip down the Athabasca River, a designated Canadian Heritage River. A National Park licensed guide will provide commentary on the human and natural history of Jasper while navigating you along the same route used by the “fur traders” over 2 centuries ago. Don’t worry the guides do all the rowing; you sit back and enjoy while exploring all the spectacular scenery. There is always a chance of seeing various wildlife including elk, deer, moose, coyotes, wolves, eagles, ospreys, mountain sheep and bears. Join your Travel Director on an informative walk on the Maligne Canyon, the deepest gorge in Jasper National Park. As you tour across the crystal waters of magical Maligne Lake, fed by the glaciers of Jasper National Park and glide past the jagged mountain peaks you’ll discover why it’s been declared the “Best Boat Cruise in Canada.”
- Meals: Breakfast
- Hotel: The Crimson Jasper
Optional Experiences:
Jasper Float Trip
*Please Note: This optional experience requires a signed liability waiver.
Jasper Float Trip
This morning, enjoy a scenic drive down to Kananaskis, often kept as a secret mountain sanctuary for locals, away from the masses that visit neighboring Banff National Park. Enjoy the afternoon to yourself to discover the local trails surrounding your upscale hotel nestled in the wilderness, or head to the Nordic Spa located steps away from the lodge. Tonight, come together with your fellow travellers for a festive Celebration Dinner and toast to your wonderful trip in the Canadian Rockies.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
- Hotel: Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, Autograph Collection
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
After breakfast, you are transferred to Calgary Airport where your journey comes to an end. Arrival time at airport is approximately 12:00.
- Meals: Breakfast
Rocky Mountaineer
Be transported through the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies in spacious, custom-designed, glass-dome coaches with views of breathtaking landscapes, all the while enjoying outstanding service, gourmet food, and stories from passionate Hosts.
Hotels
Stay at highly rated hotels in desirable locations offering superb service, superior rooms with comfy beds to rest in.
Restaurants
Great food is at the heart of every journey with us. Sip, savour and sense the local flair with every meal.
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Authentic Dining
Spectacular Rockies Trip Pricing
$6,650 – $7,350 Per Person Double Occupancy
GOLD LEAF Service is $7,350 on the Rocky Mountaineer
SILVER LEAF Service is $6,650 on the Rocky Mountaineer
Your trip begins in Banff. 3 nights in Banff at the Fairmont Banff Springs before traveling by motor coach on the Icefields Parkway toward Jasper. One night at the Glacier View Hotel before visiting Athabasca Glacier in a massive Ice Explorer. An additional night in Jasper before heading out the next morning on the Rocky Mountaineer. The Rocky Mountaineer travels west all day with spectacular scenery stopping in Kamloops overnight. The next morning you continue the train to Vancouver. Hotel overnight in Vancouver before transferring to the airport.
Alternative Trip Option: For travelers who prefer to take the land tour portion of the trip only and not take the scenic Rocky Mountaineer train to Vancouver, can reserve just the land portion. Trip Pricing WITHOUT the train begins at $4,250 per person double occupancy.
Pricing Note: For both trip options – airfare is not included. It is possible that group air can be arranged once we know the number of travelers and the cities they are flying from. For the option with the train ride, travelers, if flying, would fly to Calgary to start their trip in Banff and then depart after the trip in Vancouver. If travelers select the alternative itinerary, they will fly to and from the Calgary airport.
Transfers at the end of the trip to the airport are included in the prices shown for both itineraries. The pre-trip transfers from Calgary to Banff are not included in the price shown at this time. Once the number of travelers is known, the transfer and cost will be offered as optional to travelers. If group air is offered, the transfer would be included.
Email us for the single supplement cost if not traveling double occupancy.
