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Only have a few days to explore the most spectacular scenery in the world? This five-day package is a perfect short retreat in the Canadian Rockies.
Call 877-929-7245 for fares and schedules from your city to and from Vancouver.
Vacation Includes
- 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of RedLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service.
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- Exclusive Attractions Pass
- Banff to Calgary Tour, including ranch visit
- Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
- Luggage handling and National Park Pass
Train Information
Eastbound
Day 1 Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, 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 River valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains, to the desert-like environment of the 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 concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake and into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)
Day 3 Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today's highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the resort town of Banff this evening. Overnight in Banff. (B, L)
Day 4 Banff to Calgary with Summit Helicopter Tour
Today you will enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today's adventure, a 15-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Enjoy lunch at a local ranch and spend time exploring Kananaskis at your leisure before your afternoon transfer to Calgary. Overnight in Calgary. (L)
Day 5 Calgary
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.
Westbound
Day 1 Calgary Arrival
Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in the "Stampede City" independently. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 2 Calgary to Banff
Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy the highlight of today, a 15-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Enjoy lunch at a local ranch and spend time exploring Kananaskis at your leisure before continuing on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon. Overnight in Banff. (L)
Day 3 Banff to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the interior. Today's highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, the Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie - where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)
Day 4 Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today's journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver. (B, L)
Day 5 Vancouver Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.
From Vancouver (Eastbound):
Vacation start dates:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays
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From Calgary (Westbound):
Vacation start dates:
Sundays, Tuesdays & Fridays
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct |
22, 29
2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 20, 23,24, 27, 30, 31
3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27
1, 8, 11, 15, 22, 25, 29
5, 8, 12, 19, 22, 26, 29
2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 30
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct |
23, 30
3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24,25, 28, 31
1, 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
2, 9, 12, 16, 23, 26, 30
6, 9, 13, 20, 23, 27, 30
3, 6, 10, 13, 17
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| Departures |
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| Apr 22- Apr 29 |
$1,279 |
$2,099 |
$2,129 |
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| Apr 30- May 28 |
$1,499 |
$2,659 |
$2,859 |
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| May 30- Sep 16 |
$1,779 |
$2,959 |
$3,199 |
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| Sep 30 - Oct 04 |
$1,499 |
$2,629 |
$2,829 |
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Prices are in USD and CAD.
Meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and do not include 2.5% GST. Prices for singles, triples and
children, and additional pre-purchased meals are available on request. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Call 877-929-7245 today to book your Canadian Rockies Excursion with Vacations By Rail.
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