Tour Code: 722-20244
Train Vacation | 5-Day Canadian Rockies Tour - First Passage to the West - Vancouver Round Trip
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Day 1: Vancouver - Kamloops (354 km) |
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Today we will board the Vancouver Montaineer Railway to Kamloops. Along the way, we will get a view of the Fraser canyon's rapids and steep slopes and rocks in the Thompson River. We will enjoy the meal on the train. Stay overnight in Kamloops hotel. Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone! Standard Hotel: Rocky Mountaineer Designate Kamloops Hotel Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded |
Day 2: Kamloops - Banff (337 km) |
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Today we will continue the railway trip and head to Banff. We will travel across the Rogers Pass, Spiral Tunnel, Horse Canyon as well as the Canadian Rockies glacier. The railway will end in the afternoon. Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge or similar Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded |
Day 3: Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Columbia Icefield - Banff (357 km) |
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Today we will pass Icefield Parkway, visit attractions Bow Lake, Peyto Lake,Columbia Icefield and Crowfoot Glacier. Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier. Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes to 3 Hours
Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques. Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen lodge or Similar Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded |
Day 4: Moraine Lake - Lake Louise - Rogers Pass - Dutchman Farm Ice Cream - Vernon/ Kelowna (503 km) |
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The journey continues through the heart of the Canadian Rockies with visits to the legendary Lake Louise and Summer-exclusive Moraine Lake. This spectacular day features some of the most photographed landscapes in Canada, from the turquoise waters of Lake Louise set against Victoria Glacier to the emerald-hued Moraine Lake nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
A portion of the Columbia Mountains Natural Region, in the interior wet belt of British Columbia. The steep, rugged mountains, warm, moist climate and wide variety of plant and animal life are typical of this natural region.
It is one of the warmest regions in all of Canada. During the summer months, visitors are offered countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor and water activities. It is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses and Okanagan wineries and popular ski resorts.
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km (270 mi) northeast of Vancouver, British Columbia. One of the most liveable cities in Canada. Kelowna is the largest city in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Bordering Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is well known for its hot summers and temperate winters. Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vernon / Comfort Suites Kelowna or Similar Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Meal Plan (Optional Group Meal Available - Deluxe Lunch at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise)|Dinner: Excluded |
Day 5: Vernon/ Kelowna - Okanagan Lake - VQA Winery - Merritt Town - Vancouver (503 km) |
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In the morning, we depart from the Kelowna/Vernon area, journeying through the picturesque Okanagan Valley—a landscape famed for its warm climate and vineyards. This scenic route offers a final taste of the region's unique charm before we complete the trip. Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km (270 mi) northeast of Vancouver, British Columbia. One of the most liveable cities in Canada. Kelowna is the largest city in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Bordering Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is well known for its hot summers and temperate winters. It is one of the warmest regions in all of Canada. During the summer months, visitors are offered countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor and water activities. It is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses and Okanagan wineries and popular ski resorts.
Kamloops is a city for every season. A place where you can skip the crowds, stretch your legs and just escape to the unexpected. Known as the birthplace of freeride mountain biking, Kamloops attracts mountain bikers from around the world looking to ride the rugged landscapes and the desert like climate.
Merritt is a city in the Nicola Valley of the south-central Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 270 km northeast of Vancouver. Merritt is known as the "Country Music Capital of Canada" for its wealth of country music attractions, activities, and events. Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone! Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded |
Departure and Return Details
Departure times and locations:
7:30am, 1755 Cottrell St, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver, V6A 2L8 (Rocky Mountaineer Station)
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Price Excludes:
- Pre-order Meal Selection: If you choose the meal plan, please select your main dish for lunch from the following options: Chicken, Alberta Beef, or Vegetarian. Each guest may choose their own option. If we do not receive your selection 7 days prior to the tour departure, "Alberta Beef" will be automatically selected as the main dish.
- Meal Plan: Not recommend choosing the group meal option for guests with any dietary requirement (e.g., vegetarian) or allergies.
- This is a local bus tour, and you will join the tour with other travelers locally. The itinerary sequence/hotel arrangements, tour guide and vehicle might be subject to change due to departure date. The itinerary and services will not change.
- Hotel rooms: The standard Twin room in North American hotels is equipped with one double bed, two double beds or one double bed or one sofa bed. Triple/Quadruple room does not include a third/fourth bed the room types are based on the double occupancy. No extra bed for 3rd & 4th person.
Check-in time: Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. Guests arriving in the morning are not guaranteed to check in. - Hotel Notes: According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls and etc. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of passenger's own cost.
- Other Notes: As the tour price includes the train fare, please ensure that the correct names of the passengers are provided when booking, as any discrepancies will result in the guest being responsible for the related costs. Additionally, if you would like to upgrade to GoldLeaf at an additional cost, please contact us.
- VIP SEAT Upgrade If you prefer VIP seats in the first four rows on the coach, there is an additional fee of CA$99 per person. Please feel free to contact us if needed. *If the first day of the tour involves airport pickup, seating in the first 4 rows cannot be guaranteed.
- Itinerary Adjustments: In case of attraction closures due to weather conditions, we will substitute them with alternative attractions to ensure a fulfilling experience.
- Luggage Allowance: Each person is allowed one check-in and one carry-on luggage, subject to applicable size restrictions. An additional fee of C$52.50 (C$50 + 5% tax) will be charged per extra baggage.