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Signature Canadian Rockies by Rail | Private Touring | Rocky Mountaineer
INTRODUCTION
Experience luxury on our 7-day signature Canadian Rockies by rail itinerary, which comes complete with private touring.
Traveling by train from Vancouver to Jasper onboard Rocky Mountaineer, you'll spend a night on arrival before loading into an SUV with your own driver-guide.
Spend the rest of the journey enjoying everything that Lake Louise, Banff and Calgary have to offer.
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 Kamloops | Rocky MountaineerAll aboard Rocky Mountaineer for the scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. Pass through the rich fields of the Fraser River Valley and the towering peaks of the Coastal Mountains before entering the Fraser Canyon. Follow the Thompson River through spectacular landscapes to historic Kamloops. (breakfast & lunch is included)
Day 2 Kamloops to Jasper | Rocky MountaineerBack onboard the Rocky Mountaineer follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus to the snowy peaks of the Monashee Mountains. View Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Albreda Icefields. Pass by Mount Robson, at 3954 metres, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. (breakfast & lunch is included)
Day 3 Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 2 Private ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake TourExperience 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 TourAdmire 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 Louise | Private Sightseeing + Gourmet Picnic LunchYour 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 | Private SUV TransferThis morning is yours to enjoy the stunning setting of Lake Louise with views of Victoria Glacier, this afternoon continue via the scenic Bow Valley Parkway to Banff.
Day 6 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Private ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff GondolaExplore the natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day tour. 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, Lakes & WaterfallsMeet Boo, a bear with paws the size of hubcaps, a mouth full of sharp teeth and enormous muscles moving beneath his shaggy fur. He saunters slowly through his 20-acre habitat allowing you to watch him explore, hunt and forage just like his wild cousins. The tour includes stops at gorgeous Takakkaw Falls and stunning Emerald Lake. We’ll also take a gondola ride up to the top of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, where you’ll enjoy lunch with a view at the highest restaurant in Canada.Option 3. Signature HikeWe have selected what we consider the best of the best for spending time in the National Parks. From the explosion of wildflowers in the spring, to the clear glacier views in the summer, to the brilliant golden of the larch trees in the fall, hiking in the Rockies should not be missed.
Day 7 Banff to Calgary Airport or Downtown | Private SUV TransferToday you will leave behind the fresh mountain air and colourful sights of the Rockies. We will schedule this private transfer to bring you to downtown Calgary, or to the Calgary Airport to connect with your flight home.
Day 1 Calgary to Banff | CoachLeave the Stampede City of downtown Calgary or Calgary Airport on a private transfer 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 Private ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff GondolaExplore the natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day tour. 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, Lakes & WaterfallsMeet Boo, a bear with paws the size of hubcaps, a mouth full of sharp teeth and enormous muscles moving beneath his shaggy fur. He saunters slowly through his 20-acre habitat allowing you to watch him explore, hunt and forage just like his wild cousins. The tour includes stops at gorgeous Takakkaw Falls and stunning Emerald Lake. We’ll also take a gondola ride up to the top of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, where you’ll enjoy lunch with a view at the highest restaurant in Canada.Option 3.Signature HikeWe have selected what we consider the best of the best for spending time in the National Parks. From the explosion of wildflowers in the spring, to the clear glacier views in the summer, to the brilliant golden of the larch trees in the fall, hiking in the Rockies should not be missed.
Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise | Private SUV TransferDepart Banff early afternoon for a short drive via the scenic Bow Valley to Fairmont Lake Louise. Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake with endless outdoor recreational activities.
Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper | Private Sightseeing + Gourmet Picnic LunchYour 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 Private ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake TourExperience 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 WildlifeAdmire 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 Kamloops | Rocky MountaineerLeaving Jasper National Park, travel the ‘Yellowhead’ route past the sprawling grandeur of Mount Robson ‘the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and follow the mighty Thompson River, the route of early fur traders, before arriving in Kamloops.(breakfast & lunch is included)
Day 7 Kamloops to Vancouver | Rocky MountaineerFollow the Thompson River through Ashcroft, one of Canada’s driest towns. Pass through Rainbow Canyon, named for its cliffs striped with pinks, greens and greys creating a stunning rainbow effect. Continue on to the Fraser Canyon, where at Hell’s Gate watch water torrent past the canyon walls at its narrowest point. The last leg of the journey takes you through the fertile farming region of the Fraser Valley to arrive in Vancouver late afternoon. (breakfast & lunch is included)
INCLUDED
Package Includes:
- Rocky Mountaineer between Vancouver & Jasper
- 1 night accommodation in Kamloops provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- 2 nights accommodation in Jasper
- 1 night accommodation in Lake Louise
- 2 nights accommodation in Banff
- Private transfer between rail depot and hotel in Jasper
- Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 2 Private Excursions
- Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake Tour
- Evening Discover Jasper & its Wildlife
- Private tour between Jasper and Lake Louise with gourmet picnic lunch
- Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier + Glacier Skywalk
- Private transfer Lake Louise & Banff
- Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Private Excursions
- Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola
- Discover Grizzly Bears, Lakes & Waterfalls
- Signature Hike
- Private transfer between Banff hotel and Calgary
- Meals as per itinerary
- National Park fees
Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | SilverLeaf Service
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Jasper - Forest Park Hotel | Woodland Balcony or Alpine Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Room
- Banff - Banff Caribou Lodge | Superior Room
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Grade
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | GoldLeaf Service
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Deluxe Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Room
Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Plus Grade
- Rocky Mountaineer Train | GoldLeaf Service
- Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
- Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Premier Deluxe Room
- Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Deluxe Lakeview Room
- Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Mountainview Room
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DATES & PRICING
Departs from Vancouver: Tuesday & Friday(Tour Code: TR154)Departs from Calgary: Tuesday & Saturday(Tour Code: TR155)
Date | Twin | Single | Triple | Child |
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Superior Grade with Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service | ||||
01 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 10 Oct 23 Rocky Mountaineer | Upgrade available to GoldLeaf | $9,029 $9,928 $9,086
| $14,340 $16,040 $14,925
| $7,396 $8,029 $7,278
| $3,784 $3,883 $3,296
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Deluxe Grade with Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service | ||||
01 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 10 Oct 23 | $11,444 $12,910 $12,071 | $17,956 $20,757 $19,900 | $9,492 $10,511 $9,678 | $5,000 $5,129 $4,291 |
Deluxe Plus with Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service | ||||
01 May 23 - 12 May 23 13 May 23 - 30 Sep 23 01 Oct 23 - 10 Oct 23 | $11,759 $13,223 $12,385 | $18,584 $21,384 $20,528 | $9,700 $10,719 $9,888 | $5,000 $5,129 $4,291 |
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REVIEWS
1 of 4
"We definitely want to come back and we know who to contact."
We have just come back from our tour Canada. We had a great time. Thanks Canada Rail Vacations, especially to Karen for putting together and planning such a trouble free, smooth running package to make our visit even more unforgettable. Every place we have been to have been carved very deeply in our memories. We fell in love with the Rockies, its wild life, ice fields, beautiful towns and the friendly people. We definitely want to come back and we know who to contact.
Lutfu Istanbul
2 of 4
"Thanks for a great holiday."
Thanks for a great holiday. The Rockies and Eastern Canada - awesome, Victoria- beautiful. Whistler- magic. All the itinerary was excellent. Well done team!!
Mark Sydney, Australia
3 of 4
" I would give it ten stars if it was possible."
I toured on the Vancouver, Whistler and Vancouver Island tour. It was brilliant. The bus drivers were very helpful and knowledgeable. The sea to sky experience was wonderful and it was great going to the top of the mountains and the cultural museum was very interesting. The whales very kindly decided to perform when I was whale watching. Apparently it was only the third time this year the marine biologist had seen them so active and of course the Butchart Gardens were magnificent and the Canadian Rockies Spectacular. I could not fault anything, even the weather was hot and sunny. I would give it ten stars if it was possible.
Janet New Eltham, United Kingdom
4 of 4
"This was an A++ experience! I'll definitely use Canada Rail Vacations for our next trip to Canada."
Paulina booked an amazing Canada for my family. This was so easy to arrange. I just told her what we wanted to do and the time frame we had. She got back to me within a day with an outline of what she had arranged and shortly after that, I had a finalized tour. The price was very reasonable for the tour. This was an A++ experience and I'll definitely use Canada Rail Vacations for our next trip to Canada.
Kathleen Texas, United States
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