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FREE Upgrade Offer - Summer 2013 Tours *

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Western Explorer fr £1819pp
Vancouver to Calgary / 7 nights, 8 days


All of the must-see sights of the Canadian Rockies are included in this seven-night itinerary. Spend two days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train. Along the way take a tour of Jasper's highlights, the Icefield parkway, Yoho Park, and Banff, and take a flightseeing tour on a Summit Helicopter.

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Departure Dates: Eastbound Departures - Mondays & Thursdays

Jun 2013 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27
Jul 2013 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
Aug 2013 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29
Sep 2013 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 26, 30

This route is also available in reverse, call for more information and prices

FREE Upgrade Offer - Summer 2013 Tours *

FREE Upgrade from RedLeaf to SilverLeaf or SilverLeaf to GoldLeaf & Save £249 on GoldLeaf & GoldLeaf Deluxe

* Book by 28th June 2013, elected package train tours and specific departure dates only. Terms & conditions apply.


  • BOOK REDLEAF service and have a FREE UPGRADE to SILVERLEAF (where SilverLeaf not available, save 50% on GoldLeaf upgrade)
  • BOOK SILVERLEAF service and have a FREE UPGRADE to GOLDLEAF service
  • BOOK GOLDLEAF & GOLDLEAF DELUXE service and receive £249 discount on the full package price

* Selected package train tours and specific departure dates only. Terms & conditions apply.

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Terms & Conditions

Free Upgrade Offer Terms & Conditions

  1. Offers are capacity controlled and may be modified, withdrawn or amended without prior notice.
  2. The offer is available on select dates only. Availability of seats is limited, the offer is available on a first come, first serve basis and will be confirmed at time of booking. There is no discount or credit if the seat upgrade is unavailable.
  3. Offer has no cash value and is non-transferrable.
  4. Applicable to new bookings only.
  5. Upgrade must be requested at the time of booking by quoting code FREEUPGRADE. Offers will not be automatically allocated or retrospectively added.
  6. Not applicable to 2-day rail only bookings or 3 night Classic Rail Vacation packages.
  7. Not available to Group Tour Bookings.
  8. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
  9. Qualifying packages can be purchased in any class of train travel (GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf, or RedLeaf).
  10. The rail seat upgrade is an onboard upgrade only. Accommodation is NOT upgraded free of charge.
  11. If SilverLeaf Service is not available on a particular date for this offer, but GoldLeaf Service is, RedLeaf Service guests receive 50% off the cost of an upgrade to GoldLeaf Service.
  12. We regret it is not possible to change the offer in the event a subsequent offer better fits the guest itinerary.
  13. In order to qualify for the Free Upgrade offer, the package booked must have a land tour portion of 4 nights or more. Cruise is not included in the number of qualifying nights. Adding additional hotel nights to shorter packages, such as 3 night Classic Rail Vacations, to reach the 4 night minimum will not qualify for the Free Upgrade offer.

Vancouver to Calgary Prices

Date Redleaf Silverleaf Goldleaf Goldleaf Deluxe
03 Jun 13 - 27 Jun 13 £1869 £2169 £2859 £3139
01 Jul 13 - 08 Jul 13 £1919 £2219 £2919 £3199
11 Jul 13 - 26 Sep 13 £1869 £2169 £2869 £3139
30 Sep 13 £1819 £2109 £2699 £2959
Prices per person twin share, based on eastbound departures
Please call for westbound prices.


Vancouver to Calgary Upgrades

Date Rail Seat Upgrade Silver Rail Seat Upgrade Gold
03 Jun 13 - 27 Jun 13 £295 £529
01 Jul 13 - 08 Jul 13 £295 £529
11 Jul 13 - 26 Sep 13 £295 £529
30 Sep 13 £295 £529
Prices per person twin share, based on eastbound departures
Please call for westbound prices.

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Upgrade your rail seat to the luxury of the GoldLeaf carriage and enjoy the extra benefits of the Dome carriage for 360 degrees views.

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Itinerary - Vancouver to Calgary

Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2 Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s 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 into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. (Breakfast & Lunch provided)
Day 3 Rocky Mountaineer Kamloops to Jasper
Your journey continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, 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. (Breakfast & Lunch provided)
Day 4 Jasper Highlights Tour
Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and Canada’s largest National Park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise
Travel 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. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its 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 Lake Louise to Banff
This morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. After lunch, a half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.

Please note: While departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your luggage will be stored upon checkout and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour departs.
Day 7 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. Banff Gondola included. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 8 Calgary End of Tour
Your holiday ends upon checkout from your Calgary hotel.
This route is also available in reverse, call for more information and prices

What's included

  • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf, or RedLeaf Service
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
  • 7 nights hotel accommodation
  • Vancouver Lookout
  • Jasper Highlights Tour
  • Ice fields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Jasper to Lake Louise
  • Yoho Park Tour, Lake Louise to Banff
  • Banff to Calgary Tour, including Banff Gondola
  • Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
  • Calgary Tower
  • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper
  • Luggage handling and National Park Pass

Not included:

  • Flights
  • Transportation from Vancouver airport
  • Transportation to Calgary airport
  • Meals, other than specified
  • Activities, other than specified
  • Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff
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Train Tour Service Levels

  Train Tour Service Levels
  GoldLeaf Service SilverLeaf Service RedLeaf Service
Coach Style Bi-level dome Single-level dome Single-level coach
Window Style Fully domed windows with panoramic views upstairs, private dining room on the lower level with large picture windows Oversized domed windows Large picture windows
Included meals served onboard Gourmet à la carte Delicious hot entrée options Fresh chilled meals
Meal service style Served in the dining room Served at your seat Served at your seat
Number of Rocky Mountaineer Hosts Three to Four, plus full culinary team Three One
Alcoholic beverages Complimentary throughout journey Complimentary wine or beer at lunch Complimentary wine or beer at lunch
Non-alcoholic beverages Included Included Included
Outdoor viewing area Large open-air vestibule Outdoor viewing between coaches Outdoor viewing between coaches
Luggage in Kamloops/Quesnel Delivered to your hotel Delivered to your hotel Overnight bag required
Full storytelling Included Included Included
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