Canadian Rockies by Train

Embark on a Timeless Journey

From the lush green Pacific coast of Vancouver board VIA Rail’s The Canadian for a once-in-a-lifetime overnight train journey. Relax in the dome car and experience panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, rushing rivers and the sheer unspoiled wilderness of Canada.

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Rocky Mountains

DESTINATIONS

VANCOUVER
JASPER
LAKE LOUISE
BANFF
CALGARY

Collette Canadian Rockies by Train
Collette Canadian Rockies by Train

Tour Highlights

Arrive in Jasper where you’ll enjoy amazing Maligne Canyon and lake views. Journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway. Stop at Columbia Icefield and choose from a Glacier Experience across this mass of glacial ice or take a walk on the Glacier Skywalk.

Feel like royalty Whilst overnighting at the fabulous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and Banff Springs Hotel, where you have your choice of included dinner venues..Discover the natural beauty of Moraine Lake, the powerful Bow Falls and impressive Hoodoos. Experience a day on a ranch in the Alberta plains, complete with a wagon ride in search of buffalo and a Barbecue lunch in the great outdoors. End your journey in cosmopolitan Calgary.

Canadian Rockies by Train – FULL ITINERARY


Day 1 – Vancouver, British Columbia

Join us for a remarkable journey through the stunning landscapes, charming towns and beautiful lakes of the Canadian Rockies. Your adventure opens in Vancouver.

Hotel: Westin Bayshore

Day 2 – Vancouver – VIA Rail

A city tour of Vancouver begins this morning at beautiful Stanley Park, Canada’s renowned urban rainforest. Then, continue to Chinatown, the waterfront, and Gastown, a turn-of-the-century centre comprised of pubs, art galleries, boutiques and the world-famous steam-powered clock, perhaps the most photographed subject in all of Vancouver. Stroll picturesque Granville Island and its fascinating markets. This evening, enjoy dinner overlooking the city skyline. Later, board VIA Rail’s The Canadian to begin your journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Relive train travel in the days of old as you are rocked to sleep tonight in your private accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Via Rail Canada

Day 3 – VIA Rail – Jasper, Alberta

Enjoy a lovely hot breakfast in the dining car as your eastbound train whisks you past the peaks of the Monashee Mountains and the stunning sight of Pyramid Falls cascading down Mt. Cheadle. Relax in the dome car as you experience 360-degree views of the glistening glaciers of the Albreda Icefields and on a clear day, view Mt. Robson – the highest peak of the Rockies! Moose, mountain goats, bear and caribou call this wonderland home. This afternoon, arrive in Jasper, nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies at the gateway to the incredible Icefields Parkway.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: Sawridge Inn And Conference Centre

Day 4 – Jasper

This morning we travel to Maligne Lake and enjoy breakfast* against the backdrop of the picture-perfect sparkling waters of the lake. Whilst at Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, you may choose to embark on an optional cruise highlighting the beauty of Spirit Island. Later, enjoy the dramatic Maligne Canyon, one of the area’s most spectacular landmarks. Return to your hotel with leisure time to explore this lovely town.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Sawridge Inn And Conference Centre

Day 5 – Icefields Parkway-Glacier Experience or Glacier Skywalk-Lake Louise

Set off for a wonderful day of sightseeing en route to Lake Louise. Journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway! Waterfalls, rushing rivers, glacial peaks, imposing cliffs and snowcapped peaks paint the breathtaking canvas – so have your camera handy! Enjoy a stop at the Athabasca Falls and marvel at its sheer beauty and power. Stop at the Columbia Icefield and choose a fun ride** across this mass of glacial ice which is over 1,000 feet thick – the largest accumulation of ice south of the Arctic Circle; or, take a walk on the Glacier Skywalk to experience the breathtaking views of the Sunwapta Valley and witness the dramatic landscape from the glass-floored platform. Continuing down the parkway, be on the lookout for bears, furry marmots and stately elk. Enjoy a stop at Peyto Lake – a turquoise glacier-fed lake that evokes pure serenity – before arriving in Lake Louise. Enjoy a stay at the world-famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. This evening it’s Diner’s Choice… choose the perfect spot from a “menu” of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s great restaurants.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Day 6 – Lake Louise – Banff

En route to Banff, view the spectacular Moraine Lake and the awe-inspiring Valley of the Ten Peaks. The jagged Ten Peaks are distinctively saw-toothed, standing out amidst stunning alpine scenery. Arrive at the grand Fairmont Banff Springs, known as the “Castle in the Rockies,” for a luxurious 2-night stay.

Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Day 7 – Banff

Set off for a scenic drive through Banff featuring the powerful Bow Falls and Hoodoos – known as the “Land of the Sleeping Giants.” Next, meet a local ammolite specialist to learn about this rare gemstone found only in Alberta. During an afternoon at leisure, perhaps you will take a stroll through Banff’s delightful downtown. This evening experience another Diner’s Choice…you’ll choose the perfect spot from one of Banff’s great restaurants.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Day 8 – Banff  and Calgary

Leave the wonders of the Rockies for the prairies of Alberta en route to the Kananaskis Valley. Visit a local ranch where you can play a game of horseshoes, take a line dance lesson and enjoy a wagon ride** in search of buffalo. Meet the family that lives there to gain insight into their daily life on the ranch. Then, delight in a traditional Albertan barbecue with beautiful views of the mountains in the background. Later, enjoy the views of the prairies before you reach the vibrant city of Calgary.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: Westin Calgary

Day 9 – Calgary – Tour Ends

Your tour ends today in Calgary.


INCLUSIONS

  • Most meals
  • See the dramatic Maligne Canyon, one of the area’s most spectacular landmarks.
  • At Columbia Icefield, choose a ride on the glacier or walk on the Glacier Skywalk.
  • Behold spectacular Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
  • Visit a ranch where you can play horseshoes and enjoy a wagon ride.

EXCLUSIONS

  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Travel Insurance
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.

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