OPTIONS

24 Aug – Day Trip to Victoria ( Post Alaska Cruise )
25 Aug – am – Half Day trip of Vancouver (Rockies Highlights start date )
09 Sep – Day Trip to Waterton National Park ( Post Canadian Rockies Tour )

DESCRIPTION OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN TOUR

Begin your journey in Vancouver . This package brings you to stunning mountain towns with stays in Banff and Jasper. Enjoy a day sightseeing at the Columbia Icefield and experience the Ice Explorer and the Glacier Skywalk.

Take advantage of our Pre Cruise tour to Victoria and Post Tour to Waterton Lakes after end of Tour in Calgary

DESTINATIONS
Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Banff, Calgary

ROUTES
Journey Through The Clouds

TRIP LENGTH
9 Days / 8 Nights Total
2 days onboard Rocky Mountaineer

MODE OF TRAVEL
Rocky Mountaineer Train
Motorcoach

ROUTE TYPE
Rockies Highlights

Itinerary

DAY 1 – VANCOUVER – DESCRIPTION
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic coastal city on your own. That could be discovering Stanley Park, taking a small ferry to Granville Island, or much more. Overnight in Vancouver.

YOUR HOTEL
Hampton Inn and Suites – STANDARD DOUBLE
The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton in Downtown Vancouver is conveniently located on Robson Street in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district and features comfortable accommodations in a contemporary and stylish setting.
Enjoy your stay in these cozy and comfortable guestrooms. All guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast.
Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER – DESCRIPTION
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you. Overnight in Vancouver.

YOUR HOTEL
Hampton Inn and Suites – STANDARD DOUBLE
The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton in Downtown Vancouver is conveniently located on Robson Street in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district and features comfortable accommodations in a contemporary and stylish setting.
Enjoy your stay in these cozy and comfortable guestrooms. All guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast.
Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.

DAY 3 – VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS – DESCRIPTION
Departing early in the morning, travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, located in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey, you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like landscapes of the BC interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day ends in the evening as the train travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into the town of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.

YOUR HOTEL
Kamloops Accommodation – HOTEL ROOM DOUBLE
Upon check-in for your train departure, you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your accommodation in Kamloops or the surrounding area, including Sun Peaks Resort. You will stay in moderate two- or three-star accommodation with essential amenities and great service. While these accommodations are clean and comfortable, they may not be as luxurious as those in other destinations on your journey.

DAY 4 – VANCOUVER TO JASPER – DESCRIPTION
Early in the morning, your journey continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again, you will be surrounded by dramatic scenery as you follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, followed by Pyramid Falls and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Your rail journey ends this evening on arrival in the resort town of Jasper. Overnight in Jasper. B, L.

YOUR HOTEL
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – FAIRMONT ROOM DOUBLE
Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake, the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel is located in Alberta’s Banff National Park.
These comfortable guest rooms overlook the Chateau grounds and hillside. Fairmont rooms offer all the modern essentials and are ideal for a couple or individuals. Guests can enjoy a variety of included activities and services such as daily fitness classes, cultural programs and an indoor pool.
Your room will have one king bed, one queen bed, two queen beds, or two twin beds.

DAY 5 – JASPER – DESCRIPTION
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. The resort town of Jasper and the surrounding national park offer various activities from relaxation to adventure. Overnight in Jasper.

YOUR HOTEL
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – FAIRMONT ROOM DOUBLE
Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake, the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel is located in Alberta’s Banff National Park.
These comfortable guest rooms overlook the Chateau grounds and hillside. Fairmont rooms offer all the modern essentials and are ideal for a couple or individuals. Guests can enjoy a variety of included activities and services such as daily fitness classes, cultural programs and an indoor pool.
Your room will have one king bed, one queen bed, two queen beds, or two twin beds.

DAY 6 – JASPER TO BANFF – DESCRIPTION
Travel from Jasper to Banff via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Lake Louise, Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, and Athabasca Falls are among the day’s highlights. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn about its geological features. Lunch is provided at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Banff this afternoon. Overnight in Banff. L.

ACTIVITIES

Tour the Athabasca Glacier in a giant six-wheel drive Ice Explorer vehicle while your guide explains the history of this ancient glacier and points out interesting geological features. Think of it like a “monster-truck meets glacier” adventure where you learn new things!

Consisting of a 400 metre (1,640 feet) interpretive boardwalk and a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres (98 feet) out over the Sunwapta Valley, Glacier Skywalk takes spectacular scenery and a rare view of nature to unbelievable heights. The award-winning architecture of the Skywalk is a feat of contemporary design

Ice Explorer

Glacier Skywalk

YOUR HOTEL
Banff Ptarmigan Inn – SUPERIOR 2 QUEEN DOUBLE
The Banff Ptarmigan Inn is centrally located in Banff National Park only steps away from the downtown area. This mountain hotel is a great escape to the Canadian Rockies.
Enjoy your stay in these cozy and comfortable guestrooms featuring exterior views. All guests have access to the hotel’s whirlpools & sauna and receive complimentary local Roam transit passes.
Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.

DAY 7 – BANFF – DESCRIPTION
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from relaxing in the Banff hot springs, and exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures. Overnight in Banff.

YOUR HOTEL
Banff Ptarmigan Inn – SUPERIOR 2 QUEEN DOUBLE
The Banff Ptarmigan Inn is centrally located in Banff National Park only steps away from the downtown area. This mountain hotel is a great escape to the Canadian Rockies.
Enjoy your stay in these cozy and comfortable guestrooms featuring exterior views. All guests have access to the hotel’s whirlpools & sauna and receive complimentary local Roam transit passes.
Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.

DAY 8 – BANFF TO CALGARY – DESCRIPTION
Today you will enjoy a full-day transfer concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Before leaving Banff, you will enjoy a visit to the Banff Gondola. Overnight in Calgary.

ACTIVITIES

The Banff Gondola is a spectacular eight-minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of the Banff townsite and its surrounding mountains.

Banff Gondola

YOUR HOTEL
Delta Calgary Downtown – GUEST ROOM DOUBLE
Renowned for its genuine hospitality, the Delta Calgary Downtown is ideally located in downtown Calgary at the intersection of the city’s business and cultural districts.
These contemporary hotel rooms offer seamless design, smart workspaces and efficient amenities. All guests can enjoy access to the hotel’s indoor pool and fitness centre.
Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.

DAY 9 – CALGARY DESCRIPTION
Your journey ends upon check out from your Calgary hotel.

Cruise prices listed above are “from prices,” and are in U.S. Dollars (unless noted otherwise), per person, based on double occupancy, and do not include airfare, taxes, government charges, or any other additional charges.