Rocky Mountaineer: Canadian Rockies Getaway

Not sure which leg of Rocky Mountaineer Rail to choose? This excellent circle itinerary from Vancouver includes both the Journey through the Clouds (Jasper) and First Passage to the West (Banff) routes – you won’t miss a thing. One of the most popular programs every year as it captures all the highlights of western Canada.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrive Vancouver

    Transfer independently to your hotel.

  • Day 2: Vancouver – Kamloops 

    Board the Rocky Mountaineer and travel into the interior of British Columbia. Optional evening at the Rhythms on the Rails dinner show.

  • Day 3: Kamloops – Jasper 

    Enter the Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer following the Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo mountains.

  • Day 4: Jasper – Lake Louise

    Travel along the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise. A stop is made at the Columbia Icefield for an Ice Explorer ride.

  • Day 5: Lake Louise - Banff 

    Transfer today from Lake Louise to Banff, including a tour into Yoho National Park.

  • Day 6: Banff

    Morning sightseeing tour of Banff - among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos and the.Banff Gondola. Continue to Kananaskis for a Summit Helicopter Tour.

  • Day 7: Banff – Kamloops 

    Reboard the Rocky Mountaineer for the journey to Kamloops.

  • Day 8: Kamloops – Vancouver

    Continue aboard the Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver. Highlights include the rock sheds along the Thompson River and the Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon.

  • Day 9: Depart Vancouver

    The tour ends this morning after hotel check out.

* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.

Pricing

9 Days / 8 Nights From $3,913*

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Includes: 8 nights' accommodation including taxes, Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour (RedLeaf),  meals as indicated, sightseeing as specified, porterage at hotels, National Park fees, services of driver/guide, Canadian GST.

Departs Vancouver 2012: Mon, Thu; 30 Apr - 17 Sep.

Notes: There is the option to upgrade to GoldLeaf service, contact Adventure World for details.

Highlights

  • Jasper and Banff National Parks

  • Lake Louise

  • Ice Explorer ride

  • Banff Gondola

  • Helicopter ride