Rainforest to Gold Rush Discovery Banff

Rocky Mountaineer
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Rocky Mountaineer

This Journey will take you through extreme and diverse landscapes of the Northern Rockies. From temperate rainforests to desert canyons, experience all that Western Canada has to offer. Enjoy stays in the stunning mountain towns of Jasper and Banff.

What's included

• International Flights from the UK based on economy class
• 9 nights hotel accommodation
• 3 day Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in GoldLeaf Service
• 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches on the Rocky Mountaineer Train
• Ice Explorer
• Glacier Skywalk
• Banff Gondola
• Rail station transfers in Jasper, Quesnel, Whistler and Vancouver
• Luggage handling and National Park Pass

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Itinerary

Day 1 - 2 - Vancouver

Arrive in Vancouver and spend the next couple of days exploring this scenic city on your own.

Day 3 - Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver to Whistler

Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler, board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the North Vancouver Station for a breath-taking rail journey through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. The remainder of the day is at your leisure in Whistler.

Day 4 – Rocky Mountaineer Whistler to Pemberton to Quesnel

Departing Whistler, you will board the Rocky Mountaineer train at Pemberton Station, you will travel to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Spend the evening exploring the town or relaxing in your hotel.

Day 5 – Rocky Mountaineer Quesnel to Jasper

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Quesnel Station, your journey continues to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper.

Day 6 – Jasper

Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. The resort town of Jasper and the surrounding national park offer various activities from relaxation to adventure. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 7 – Jasper to Banff

Travel from Jasper to Banff via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Lake Louise, Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, and Athabasca Falls are among the day's highlights. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn about its geological features. Lunch is provided at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Banff this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.

Day 8 – Banff

Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from taking the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain, relaxing in the Banff hot springs, exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures. Overnight in Banff.

Day 9 – Banff to Calgary

Today you will enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff.

Day 10 – Calgary

Your tour ends upon checkout from your Calgary hotel. Head to Calgary Airport for your return flight home

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Map

Rail route map

Dates

Selected dates between April - October

Please note prices and availability are subject to change

Services

Train Tour Service Levels

 

GoldLeaf Service

SilverLeaf Service

Coach Style

Bi-level dome

Single-level dome

Window Style

Fully domed windows with panoramic views upstairs, private dining room on the lower level with large picture windows

Oversized domed windows

Included meals served onboard

Gourmet à la carte

Hot or cold breakfast options, Delicious hot entree lunch options

Gourmet Snacks 

Included

Included

Meal service style

Served in the dining room

Individual service at your seat

Number of Rocky Mountaineer Hosts

Three to Four, plus full culinary team

Three

Alcoholic beverages

Complimentary throughout journey

Complimentary throughout journey

Non-alcoholic beverages

Included

Included

Outdoor viewing area

Large open-air vestibule

Outdoor viewing between coaches

Luggage in Kamloops/ Quesnel

Delivered to your hotel

Delivered to your hotel

Full storytelling

Included

Included

Gallery

Rail route map

At a glance


9 nights, 10 days

  • International Flights from the UK
  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 3 Day Rocky Mountaineer Train
  • 3 breakfast and 3 lunches on the Rocky Mountaineer
  • Ice Explorer
  • Available from Regional & Irish airports, prices and durations may vary
  • Travel again with Rocky Mountaineer in 2024 and save up to £300 per couple for past guests
    T&C’s apply

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Winner of British Travel Awards 2020 - Gold award for Best Holiday Company to Canada (Large)
Winner of British Travel Awards 2020

Gold award for Best Holiday Company to Canada (Large)


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Rail route map

At a glance


9 nights, 10 days

  • International Flights from the UK
  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 3 Day Rocky Mountaineer Train
  • 3 breakfast and 3 lunches on the Rocky Mountaineer
  • Ice Explorer
  • Available from Regional & Irish airports, prices and durations may vary
  • Travel again with Rocky Mountaineer in 2024 and save up to £300 per couple for past guests
    T&C’s apply

Trusted travel partner


Winner of British Travel Awards 2020 - Gold award for Best Holiday Company to Canada (Large)
Winner of British Travel Awards 2020

Gold award for Best Holiday Company to Canada (Large)


Fully protected - We are members of ATOL, ABTA and IATA
Fully Protected

ATOL, ABTA and IATA logos

We are members of ATOL, ABTA and IATA.

Price Match Guarantee
Price Match Guarantee

If you find the same tour cheaper through another operator, we'll match the price.

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