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Majestic Canada Rail Vacation through the Rockies | VIA Rail
INTRODUCTION
Short on time but want to see and do it all? Then this best-selling Majestic Canadian Rockies Rail Tour with the iconic VIA Rail Continental Train is for you.
Depart Vancouver onboard VIA Rail to spend a night in your own private cabin as you head into the Canadian Rockies.
Wake to see the peaks of the mountains come into view and spend the next 4 days exploring the Rockies from Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff, selecting your choice of tours in Jasper and Banff from wildlife viewing to a cowboy cookout.
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Itinerary at a Glance
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DETAILED ITINERARY
The below itinerary reflects our recommendations for this specific trip. This itinerary is also available in the reverse direction.
Departing Vancouver|Departing Calgary
Day 1 Vancouver to Jasper | VIA Rail This afternoon, board VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ train for the famous rail journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Pass through the rich fields of the Fraser Valley and the towering peaks of the Coastal Mountains before entering the Fraser Canyon. Follow the Thompson River through spectacular landscapes as you enjoy dinner (included), then retreat to your private quarters that have been converted into a bedroom.
Day 2 Arrive Jasper | VIA Rail Rise to the snowy peaks of the Canadian Rockies today as you arrive in Jasper and transfer to your hotel. The day is free to explore this unique alpine community. (breakfast included today onboard VIA Rail)
Day 3 Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 2 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake Tour Experience the most incredible sights in Jasper National Park’s Maligne Valley during this guided excursion to the region’s most scenic lakes & majestic canyons, enjoy a gentle guided walk along the shores of this pristine lake. Option 2. Evening Discover Jasper & its Wildlife Tour Admire diverse animal life in the Canadian wilderness on this evening wildlife tour. Delve into Jasper National Park with your guide. Travel through the mighty Athabasca Valley and marvel at the park’s beautiful landscapes by twilight.
Day 4 Jasper to Lake Louse | Sightseeing with picnic lunch Your sightseeing tour today will encompass the ultimate glacier exploration as you travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. From walking on ancient ice at the Glacier Adventure (included), to standing on a glass platform almost one thousand feet in the air at the Glacier Skywalk (included), today’s experiences will leave you with a special appreciation for this treasured region of the Rockies. (picnic lunch included today)
Day 5 Lake Louise to Banff | Coach Depart Lake Louise mid-morning for a short drive via the scenic Bow Valley to Banff, arriving midday.
Day 6 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola Explore the natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day, small-group tour. Admire the unparalleled beauty of natural sights including Bow Falls, the surreal Hoodoos rock formation, and beautiful Lake Minnewanka, among others. Then Maximize your views of Banff National Park with minimal exertion during this round-trip gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Option 2. Discover the Grizzly Bears Lake & Waterfalls Pursue the elusive Canadian Grizzly Bear on this 10-hour excursion through Banff and Yoho National Parks, perfect for animal- and naturelovers alike. Head out for a gondola ride up to 7,700 feet for a mountaintop lunch at Canada’s highest restaurant, and then take a chairlift ride up to the world’s largest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat to see Boo the resident bear rescued as a cub. Option 3. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain
Day 7 Banff to Calgary | Coach Today you will leave behind the fresh mountain air and colourful sights of the Rockies. We will schedule a transfer to bring you to downtown Calgary, or to the Calgary Airport to connect with your flight home.
Day 1 Calgary to Banff | Coach Leave the Stampede City of Calgary on the express service to Banff, where you’ll arrive to a picturesque resort town surrounded by the Rocky Mountains. Located within Banff National Park, Banff is renown for its scenic natural beauty and stunning wildlife.
Day 2 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola Explore the natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day, small-group tour. Admire the unparalleled beauty of natural sights including Bow Falls, the surreal Hoodoos rock formation, and beautiful Lake Minnewanka, among others. Then Maximize your views of Banff National Park with minimal exertion during this round-trip gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Option 2. Discover the Grizzly Bears Lake & Waterfalls Pursue the elusive Canadian Grizzly Bear on this 10-hour excursion through Banff and Yoho National Parks, perfect for animal- and naturelovers alike. Head out for a gondola ride up to 7,700 feet for a mountaintop lunch at Canada’s highest restaurant, and then take a chairlift ride up to the world’s largest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat to see Boo the resident bear rescued as a cub. Option 3. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain
Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise | Coach Depart Banff early afternoon for a short drive via the scenic Bow Valley to Lake Louise.
Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper | Sightseeing with picnic lunch Your sightseeing tour today will encompass the ultimate glacier exploration as you travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. From walking on ancient ice at the Glacier Adventure (included), to standing on a glass platform almost one thousand feet in the air at the Glacier Skywalk (included), today’s experiences will leave you with a special appreciation for this treasured region of the Rockies. (picnic lunch included today)
Day 5 Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 2 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions Option 1. Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake Tour Experience the most incredible sights in Jasper National Park’s Maligne Valley during this guided excursion to the region’s most scenic lakes & majestic canyons, enjoy a gentle guided walk along the shores of this pristine lake. Option 2. Evening Discover Jasper & its Wildlife Tour Admire diverse animal life in the Canadian wilderness on this evening wildlife tour. Delve into Jasper National Park with your guide. Travel through the mighty Athabasca Valley and marvel at the park’s beautiful landscapes by twilight.
Day 6 Jasper to Vancouver | VIA Rail This morning, board VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ train for the journey from Jasper to Vancouver. Using the original steel railcars from the 1950s, sit back and relax in the dome car to enjoy a dramatic change in scenery as you travel the ‘Yellowhead’ route past the sprawling grandeur of Mount Robson. Watch the landscape transition from mountains to desert as you follow the Thompson River into central British Columbia. Brunch and dinner is included onboard VIA Rail, and your private quarters will once again be transformed into a bedroom for the overnight journey.
Day 7 Arrive Vancouver | VIA Rail Waking to the coastal city of Vancouver today, your tour ends upon arrival. (continental breakfast included today onboard VIA Rail)
INCLUDED
Package Includes:
- Sleeping berth onboard VIA Rail Sleeper Touring service for 1 night
- 2 nights accommodation in Jasper
- 1 night accommodation in Lake Louise
- 2 nights accommodation in Banff
- Transfer between rail depot and hotel in Jasper
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Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 2 Excursions
- Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake Tour
- Evening Discover Jasper & its Wildlife Tour
- Full day tour between Jasper and Lake Louise with picnic lunch included
- Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier + Glacier Skywalk
- Scheduled coach transfer between Lake Louise and Banff hotels
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Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions
- Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola
- Discover Grizzly Bears, Lakes & Waterfalls
- Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner
- Scheduled coach transfer between Banff hotel and Calgary
- Meals as per itinerary
- National Park fees
Hotel & Rail Information | Moderate Grade
- VIA Rail | Semi Private Sleeper Berth
- Jasper - Moderate Hotel | Standard Room
- Lake Louise - Lake Louise Inn | Deluxe Queen Room
- Banff - Elk+Avenue Hotel | Standard Room
Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Sawridge Inn | Outside Room with Balcony
- Lake Louise - Lake Louise Inn | Deluxe Queen Room
- Banff - Banff Caribou Lodge | Superior Room
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Fairmont Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Fairmont Room
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Plus Grade
- VIA Rail | Cabin
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Premier Deluxe Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Deluxe Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Mountain View Room
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Activities other than specified
- Meals other than specified
- Portage fees
DATES & PRICING
Departs from Vancouver: Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays(Tour Code: TR33)Apr 30
May 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31
Jun 1, 4, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29
Jul 2, 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27, 30
Aug 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 20, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
Sep 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28
Oct 1, 4, 5, 8, 11
Departs from Calgary: Sundays, Mondays & Fridays(Tour Code: TR34)Apr 30
May 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30, 31
Jun 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14, 18, 20, 21, 25, 27, 28
Jul 2, 4, 5, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, 30
Aug 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30
Sep 3, 5, 6, 10, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 24, 26, 27
Oct 1, 3, 4, 8, 11
Date | Twin | Single | Triple | Child |
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Moderate Grade with Semi-Private Berth on-board VIA Rail | ||||
30 Apr - 16 May, 2021 17 May - 25 May, 2021 28 May - 28 Sep, 2021 01 Oct - 05 Oct, 2021 08 Oct - 11 Oct, 2021 VIA Rail | Upgrade to Private Cabin |Vancouver to Jasper Apr - May Jun – Oct |
$1,975 $2,091 $2,536 $2,323 $2,323
$340 $454 | $2,527 $2,761 $3,432 $3,007 $3,007
$340 $454 | $1,828 $1,906 $2,275 $2,133 $2,133
$340 $454 | $1,007 $1,007 $1,225 $1,225 $1,225
$340 $454 |
Superior Grade with Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
30 Apr - 16 May, 2021 17 May - 25 May, 2021 28 May - 28 Sep, 2021 01 Oct - 05 Oct, 2021 08 Oct - 11 Oct, 2021 VIA Rail | Upgrade to Prestige Double Bedroom | Vancouver to Jasper (Only available: Vancouver Tuesday Departures | Calgary Sunday Departures) Apr - May Jun – Oct |
$2,417 $2,673 $3,254 $3,053 $3,053
$978 $801 | $3,020 $3,530 $4,345 $3,943 $3,943
$2,864 $2,812 | $2,254 $2,424 $2,929 $2,795 $2,795
| $1,399 $1,399 $1,749 $1,749 $1,749
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Deluxe Grade with Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
30 Apr - 16 May, 2021 17 May - 25 May, 2021 28 May - 28 Sep, 2021 01 Oct - 05 Oct, 2021 08 Oct - 11 Oct, 2021 VIA Rail | Upgrade to Prestige Double Bedroom | Vancouver to Jasper (Only available: Vancouver Tuesday Departures | Calgary Sunday Departures) Apr - May Jun – Oct |
$3,295 $3,896 $4,522 $4,511 $4,162
$978 $801 | $4,668 $5,870 $6,773 $6,751 $6,055
$2,864 $2,812 |
| $1,399 $1,399 $1,749 $1,749 $1,749
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Deluxe Plus Grade with Private Cabin on-board VIA Rail | ||||
30 Apr - 17 May, 2021 17 May - 25 May, 2021 28 May - 05 Oct, 2021 08 Oct - 11 Oct, 2021 VIA Rail | Upgrade to Prestige Double Bedroom | Vancouver to Jasper (Only available: Vancouver Tuesday Departures | Calgary Sunday Departures) Apr - May Jun – Oct |
$3,722 $4,323 $4,948 $4,554
$978 $801 | $5,521 $6,723 $7,626 $6,837
$2,864 $2,812 | $3,192 $3,593 $4,127 $3,864
| $1,399 $1,399 $1,749 $1,749
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REVIEWS
1 of 2
"Everything that you and the team at Canada by Design organised for us was top class"
Everything that you and the team at Canada by Design organised for us was top class. From day one we felt comfortable that everything was going to be special. From the driver that met us at Seattle Airport, to the staff at Alexis hotel, everyone made us feel welcome. The Via Rail trip was great and once we picked up the vehicle in Jasper we could not believe that the sights of the Rockies could get any better, but they did!
Mark Australia
2 of 2
"I can not imagine having had a more enjoyable adventure! Thank you to Jennifer and the rest of the crew at Canada by Design for making it happen. "
I can not imagine having had a more enjoyable adventure! Thank you to Jennifer and the rest of the crew at Canada by Design for making it happen. The entire vacation was seamless. From the overnight train to Jasper, through the ice fields to Lake Louise and on to Banff, the accommodations could not have been better. The Banff Springs Hotel was breathtaking.
Joseph Moore Terrebonne, OR, United States
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