Experience the splendour of the Canadian Rockies on this grand rail journey with Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail. Travel through the Canadian Rockies and along the Fraser River and Canyon to places no cars can go. Spend time exploring the iconic emerald lakes and beautiful waterfalls in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Travel to the mountain-side town of Banff, picturesque Lake Louise and along the Icefields Parkway to the charming town of Jasper.
⭐ Sightseeing tour of Banff National Park and Lake Louise
⭐ Admission to the Banff Gondola
⭐ Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway
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Welcome to Vancouver! Start exploring this beautiful city known for its harbor-side vistas and stunning mountain backdrop. (Overnight in Vancouver)
This morning, board the famous navy and gold carriages of the Rocky Mountaineer itself. Settle into the luxurious confines of SilverLeaf Class, or speak to one of our Rail Experts about upgrading. Relax onboard and enjoy the dramatic scenery of British Columbia and the surrounding peaks of the Cascade Mountains. Travel along the river canyons and pass by the rushing water at Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. (Overnight in Kamloops)
Re-board the train this morning and enjoy another day of stunning scenery as you travel into Alberta. and the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Wind through the snow-capped peaks of the Rockies and enjoy stunning views of the glaciers as you make your way to Banff. (Overnight in Banff)
Today you will explore the renowned mountain town of Banff and learn about the culture, geology and wildlife. With your included admission to the Banff Gondola, you'll journey to the top of Sulphur mountain for a breathtaking birds-eye view of Banff National Park and six mountain ranges. (Overnight in Banff)
This morning, depart Banff on a scenic tour throughout Banff and Yoho National Parks full of emerald lakes and breathtaking waterfalls. End your tour in Lake Louise, one of the most photographed landscapes in the Canadian Rockies where you will spend the evening. (Overnight in Lake Louise)
Today, travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway as you head to Jasper. You'll make a stop along the way to visit the natural wonder of Columbia Icefield, one of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. There you board the Ice Explorer and venture out to Athabasca Glacier where you'll have one of the best vantage points. (Overnight in Jasper)
Today you will board VIA Rail’s Canadian to continue your journey through the majestic Canadian Rockies reliving train travel in the days of old as you are rocked to sleep tonight in your private accommodations. Enjoy dinner as the train whisks you past Moose Lake and the peaks of Mt. Robson and the Monashee Mountains. Relax in the dome car and experience stunning 360-degree views of the mountain scenery all around you. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)
Head to the dining car for a freshly prepared breakfast and enjoy the stunning views of central British Columbia. As the train winds its way along the walls of the Fraser Canyon and through the Cascade and Coastal mountains, enjoy lunch as you look down to the Fraser River and catch a glimpse of the raging rapids of Hell’s Gate. Prior to arriving in Vancouver, take in the agricultural heartland of the Fraser Valley as it approaches the mighty Pacific Ocean. When you arrive in Vancouver, the morning and the afternoon are yours to discover Vancouver. (Overnight in Vancouver).
Your independent rail tour comes to an end.