Canadian Rocky Mountain Trails
Western Explorer
7 nights/8 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 7 nights accommodation
- Tour of Jasper
- Icefields Parkway Tour and Snocoach ride
- Yoho Park tour and transfer to Banff
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper
- Optional-Fairmont Deluxe Package
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops
DAY 3 KAMLOOPS TO JASPER
Back onboard the Rocky Mountaineer you will follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus into the snowy peaks of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Pass by Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 meters (12,972 ft), before entering Jasper National Park. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 4 JASPER SIGHTSEEING
Spend either the morning or afternoon touring Jasper by motorcoach. Attractions include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon and Athabasca viewpoint. The remainder of the day is free to explore more of Jasper National Park independently. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 5 ICEFIELDS PARKWAY TOUR FROM JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE
Transfer to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise.
DAY 6 YOHO TOUR, LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF
A full day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the points of interest are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Between June and September additional stops will be made at picturesque Moraine Lake, Takakkaw Falls and the Valley of the Ten Peaks near Lake Louise. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 7 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 8 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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To book this trip.
Canadian Rockies Excursion
4 nights/5 days EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 4 nights accommodation
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola ride
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 3 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 4 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 5 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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Canadian Rockies Highlights
5 nights/6 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 5 nights accommodation
- Yoho Park tour
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and to Lake Louise
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 3 Kamloops to Banff and Lake Louise
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Upon arrival, a motorcoach will transfer you to Lake Louise. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Day 4 Yoho Tour, Lake Louise to Banff
A full day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the points of interest are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Between June and September additional stops will be made at picturesque Moraine Lake, Takakkaw Falls and the Valley of the Ten Peaks near Lake Louise. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Day 5 Banff to Calgary
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 6 Calgary Departure
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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Canadian Rockies and Vancouver
6 nights/7 days EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 6 nights accommodation
- Tour of Vancouver
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 2 VANCOUVER SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a day's sightseeing of Vancouver's downtown core and the spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are Queen Elizabeth Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 3 VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 4 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 5 FREE DAY IN BANFF
Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Some optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff's historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or enjoying a round of golf at the Banff Springs. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 5 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 5 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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Best of the West
6 nights/7 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 6 nights accommodation
- Tour of Vancouver
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 2 VANCOUVER SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a day's sightseeing of Vancouver's downtown core and the spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are Queen Elizabeth Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 3 VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 4 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 5 FREE DAY IN BANFF
Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Some optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff's historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or enjoying a round of golf at the Banff Springs. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 6 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 7 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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Canadian Rockies Spectacular
8 nights/9 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 8 nights accommodation
- Tour of Vancouver
- Tour of Jasper
- Icefields Parkway Tour and Snocoach ride
- Yoho Park tour and transfer to Banff
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper
- Optional - Fairmont Deluxe Package
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 2 VANCOUVER SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a day's sightseeing of Vancouver's downtown core and the spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are Queen Elizabeth Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 3 VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 4 KAMLOOPS TO JASPER
Back onboard the Rocky Mountaineer you will follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus into the snowy peaks of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Pass by Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 meters (12,972 ft), before entering Jasper National Park. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 5 JASPER SIGHTSEEING
Spend either the morning or afternoon touring Jasper by motorcoach. Attractions include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon and Athabasca viewpoint. The remainder of the day is free to explore more of Jasper National Park independently. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 6 ICEFIELDS PARKWAY TOUR FROM JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE
Transfer to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise.
DAY 7 YOHO TOUR, LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF
A full day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the points of interest are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Between June and September additional stops will be made at picturesque Moraine Lake, Takakkaw Falls and the Valley of the Ten Peaks near Lake Louise. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 8 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 9 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
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Pacific Northwest and the Canadian Rockies
9 nights/10 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- 9 nights accommodation
- Victoria Clipper passenger ferry service
- Whale watching excursion in Victoria
- Victoria Tour, including Butchart Gardens
- Motorcoach and BC Ferries transfer to Vancouver
- Tour of Vancouver
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver and Calgary Tower
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 SEATTLE ARRIVAL
Arrive in Seattle and spend the rest of the day independently sightseeing in the "Emerald City." Overnight in Seattle.
DAY 2 SEATTLE TO VICTORIA
Travel to Victoria this morning aboard the Victoria Clipper. On arrival, transfer to your downtown Victoria hotel. Overnight in Victoria.
DAY 3 EXPLORING VICTORIA
This morning you will enjoy a three-hour whale watching tour off the coast of Victoria on a 45-foot vessel. Afternoon at Leisure. Overnight in Victoria.
DAY 4 VICTORIA TO VANCOUVER
Today a full day tour takes you to Vancouver. Among the highlights are a city tour of downtown Victoria, a visit to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens and a BC Ferries trip through the picturesque Gulf Islands. A visit to The Lookout atop Vancouver Harbour Centre with spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean is included. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 5 VANCOUVER SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a day's sightseeing of Vancouver's downtown core and the spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are Queen Elizabeth Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Robson Street, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Overnight in Vancouver.
DAY 6 VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops
DAY 7 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 8 FREE DAY IN BANFF
Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Some optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff's historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or enjoying a round of golf at the Banff Springs. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 9 BANFF TO CALGARY
This morning a sightseeing tour shows you the highlights of Banff townsite before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the points of interest are visits to Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A visit to The Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight in Calgary.
DAY 9 CALGARY DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Calgary hotel.
AIR COMPONENT:
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To book this trip.
Trans Canada Rail Adventure
11 nights/12 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 4 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
- 9 nights hotel accommodation
- 2 nights bedroom accommodation onboard VIA Rail
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Yoho Park Tour and transfer to Lake Louise
- Icefields Parkway Tour and Snocoach ride
- Niagara Falls day trip
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper and Toronto
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver
- Luggage Handling
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 3 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 4 SIGHTSEEING IN BANFF
Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff townsite this morning. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 5 BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE INCLUDING YOHO NATIONAL PARK
A tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are Lake Louise, the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Between June and September additional stops will be made at Takakkaw Falls, picturesque Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Overnight in Lake Louise.
DAY 6 FREE DAY AT LAKE LOUISE
Enjoy a free day at Lake Louise. Take a stroll beside the lake or an afternoon paddle in a canoe. Overnight in Lake Louise.
DAY 7 ICEFIELDS PARKWAY TOUR FROM LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle in addition to being one of the most accessible ones in North America. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 8 JASPER TO TORONTO
This afternoon begin your three-day VIA Rail journey across the prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail.
DAY 9 TRAVELLING ON VIA RAIL
Continue your rail journey across western Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail.
DAY 10 ARRIVAL IN TORONTO
Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this evening. Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 11 NIAGARA FALLS DAYTRIP
Enjoy a full day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls (Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating). Return to Toronto early this evening. Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 12 TORONTO DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Toronto hotel.
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Coast to Coast by Rail
11 nights/12 days
EASTBOUND
Package Includes:
- 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf ServiceŽ
- 4 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners
- 13 nights hotel accommodation
- 3 nights bedroom accommodation onboard VIA Rail
- VIA Rail from Jasper to Toronto
- VIA Rail from Toronto to Montreal
- VIA Rail from Montreal to Halifax
- Banff Tour and Banff Gondola
- Yoho Park Tour and transfer to Lake Louise
- Icefields Parkway Tour and Snocoach ride
- Niagara Falls day trip
- Guided Tram tour of Montreal
- Peggy's Cove tour
- Rail Station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Jasper and Toronto
- Admission to The Lookout in Vancouver
- Luggage Handling in Vancouver and the Rockies
- National Parks Pass
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DAY 1 VANCOUVER ARRIVAL
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Admission to The Lookout atop Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 3 KAMLOOPS TO BANFF
Continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 4 SIGHTSEEING IN BANFF
Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff townsite this morning. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
DAY 5 BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE INCLUDING YOHO NATIONAL PARK
A tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are Lake Louise, the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Between June and September additional stops will be made at Takakkaw Falls, picturesque Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Overnight in Lake Louise.
DAY 6 FREE DAY AT LAKE LOUISE
Enjoy a free day at Lake Louise. Take a stroll beside the lake or an afternoon paddle in a canoe. Overnight at Lake Louise.
DAY 7 ICEFIELDS PARKWAY TOUR FROM LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle in addition to being one of the most accessible ones in North America. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
DAY 8 JASPER TO TORONTO
This afternoon begin your three-day VIA Rail journey across the prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail.
DAY 9 TRAVELLING ON VIA RAIL
Continue your rail journey across western Canada to Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail.
DAY 10 ARRIVAL IN TORONTO
Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this evening. Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 11 NIAGARA FALLS DAYTRIP
Enjoy a full day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls (Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating). Return to Toronto early this evening. Overnight in Toronto.
DAY 12 TORONTO TO MONTREAL
Travel by VIA Rail in VIA 1 class from Toronto to Montreal. Overnight in Montreal.
DAY 13 MONTREAL SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a half-day guided tram tour of Montreal today. Scheduled stops include Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica, Olympic Park, Mount Royal, and McGill University among others. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant city on your own. Overnight in Montreal.
DAY 14 MONTREAL TO HALIFAX
Spend an entire day sightseeing independently in Montreal before taking the overnight VIA train to Halifax. Overnight on VIA Rail.
DAY 15 HALIFAX ARRIVAL
Enjoy the landscapes of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick as you arrive in Halifax this afternoon. Spend the rest of the day exploring this eastern seaboard city. Overnight in Halifax.
DAY 16 PEGGY'S COVE TOUR
Visit the picture postcard village of Peggy's Cove and the most photographed lighthouse in the world. There will be plenty of time at the cove for exploring and shopping. Overnight in Halifax.
DAY 17 HALIFAX DEPARTURE
Your tour ends with check out from your Halifax hotel.
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