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On this six day Canadian Rockies adventure, your stops will include destinations like Lake Louise, a highlight for many that visit Canada and typical favorite for many guests.
Call 877-929-7245 for air fares and schedules from your city to and from Vancouver.
Highlights
- 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of RedLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service.
- Motorcoach tour of Banff, including the Banff Gondola
- 1 night at the world famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Tour to Lake Louise, including a 25-minute Glacier Helicopter Tour
- Exclusive Attractions Pass
Vacation Includes
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer Service
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches
- 5 nights accommodation
- Admission to the Vancouver Lookout
- Rail station transfer in Vancouver, Kamloops, and Banff
- Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies Admission - Banff
- Banff Upper Hot Springs
- Hop-On Hop-Off Attractions Loop Tour in Vancouver
- Tour to Lake Louise, including a 25-minute Glacier Helicopter Tour*
- Tour from Lake Louise to Calgary, including Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Luggage Handling
- Jasper Tramway, including transportation to/from tramway
- Admission to the Calgary Tower
- National Park Pass
*Fuel surcharge $15.00 per person + GST
Train Information
Eastbound Itinerary - Vancouver to Calgary
Day 1 Arrival - Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to the Vancouver Observation Deck at Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. 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.
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.
Day 4 Banff to Lake Louise including Yoho National Park
A half-day tour takes you through the magnificent Canadian Rockies with commentary provided along the way. The highlight of your tour is a 20-minute helicopter flight above the six glaciers of Mount Resolute, Mount Cline and the Whitegoat Peaks. You will also view the 900-foot waterfall, some spectacular aqua-green high alpine lakes and cross over a 9,000-foot mountain pass. Your tour ends on arrival in Lake Louise early this afternoon. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.
Day 5 Lake Louise to Calgary
Transfer to Banff and join a morning sightseeing tour that shows the highlights of Banff. Visit the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos before your afternoon transfer to Calgary. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 6 Calgary Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.
Westbound Itinerary - Calgary to Vancouver
Day 1 Calgary Arrival
Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in the "Stampede City" independently. Admission to the Calgary Tower with views of the city and the Rocky Mountains is included. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 2 Calgary to Lake Louise
Depart Calgary this morning for a tour of Banff. Highlights include the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. After time for lunch in Banff (not included), continue your tour to world famous Lake Louise. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 3 Yoho Tour, Lake Louise to Banff
Today your tour takes you through the magnificent Canadian Rockies past the Saskatchewan River Crossing to Cline River. Here you will enjoy a 25-minute helicopter flightseeing tour above the six glaciers of Mount Resolute, Mount Cline and the Whitegoat Peaks. You will also view a 270-metre (900-foot) waterfall, see some spectacular aqua-green high-alpine lakes and cross over a 2,700-metre (9,000-foot) mountain pass. A visit to a local ranch will provide ample time to discover the walking trails on-site and enjoy lunch at your leisure. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.
Day 4 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 offers you a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the high 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, Craigellachie - where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 5 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 journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 6 Vancouver Departure
Your tour ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.
Vacation start dates from Vancouver:
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Vacation start dates from Calgary:
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17, 21, 26
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A fuel surcharge of $30 per person will be applied to every booking made after 13 May 2008.
Self-Drive Option Available: Days 1-3
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and do not include 2.5% GST. Single traveler and child prices are available upon request. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Call 877-929-7245 today to book your Canadian Rockies Hightlights Vacation featuring Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Kamloops, Vancouver and Yoho National Park.
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