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Rocky Mountaineer Western Explorer

Vancouver, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, Kamloops
Best-Time
June - September
Stops
5
Experience
Family, Honeymoon, Mountains, Nature
Length
10 Days
Type
Tailormade

Highlights

Imagine being able to scale the sides of mountains or weave alongside steep canyons -- all without having to worry if you brought the right shoes. That’s where Rocky Mountaineer comes in. From cosmopolitan city centres to the heart of the Canadian Rockies, this rail route offer you the most jaw-dropping sights Western Canada has to offer, all in the comforts of luxury.

What will you cover?

Suggested Itinerary

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DAY 4
DAY 5
DAY 6
DAY 7
DAY 8
DAY 9
DAY 10

Day 1 : Vancouver Arrival

Arrive in Vancouver and a private vehicle will transfer you to your hotel where you can check in.

Later in the afternoon, visit FlyOver Canada.

FlyOver Canada utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight. You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-meter spherical screen where a film will whisk you away on an exhilarating 8-minute journey across Canada, from east to west. Special effects, including wind, mist, and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Vancouver

Day 2 : Vancouver

After breakfast, proceed on Grouse Mountain and Capilano Suspension Bridge Tour.

Prepare for the spectacular Sky ride to the Grouse Mountain, where you can catch a show in the Theatre in the Sky. Or hang out with the bears & other wildlife at the Grouse Mountain Refuge or visit The Refuge for Endangered Wildlife. You can also watch the world-famous Lumberjack Show, see Birds in Motion Demonstrations, go on scenic chairlift rides and mountaintop eco walks.

Later visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge that takes you to tower evergreens, serene trails and the award-winning attraction- Treetops Adventure. With 7 suspension bridges, some take you high above the forest floor for a thrilling encounter within the heart of the forest. The Cliff Walk is a heart-stopping long walkway taking you along the granite Cliffside of Capilano Canyon on a series of bridge, platforms and stairways cantilevered up to 30-stories above Capilano River. Guided eco-walks, a First Nations cultural experience and voices from the past at the Story Centre mingle with the sounds of live seasonal musical entertainment. Unmatched shopping at the Trading Post and West Coast cuisine round out this entertaining West Coast experience.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Vancouver

Day 3 : Vancouver

After breakfast, proceed on a full day tour to Victoria City.

A visit to Vancouver is not complete without a trip to Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. This full day tour first takes you through the Gulf Islands aboard a BC Ferry. Once you dock in Victoria, proceed to Butchart Gardens to witness blooming flowers covering 22 acres. Next, explore the world-famous Fairmont Empress Hotel, British Import Ships, Parliament Buildings, and the famous Inner Harbour. In the evening, return to Vancouver by a ferry.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Vancouver

Day 4 : Vancouver – Kamloops

Today, transfer to Vancouver’s train station to travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer Rail.

Travel 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 Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the BC 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. Breakfast & lunch is included onboard.

Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops. Check in at the hotel and spend the evening exploring the city of Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Kamloops

Day 5 : Kamloops - Jasper

Today, hop back on board and continue north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta.

Once again you will be surrounded by dramatic scenery as you follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide. 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. Breakfast and lunch will be served onboard.

Your rail journey ends this evening between on arrival in the resort town of Jasper. A private vehicle will transfer you to your accommodation where you can check in.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Jasper

Day 6 : Jasper

After breakfast, proceed for a city tour of Jasper

Jasper’s beauty and history are set amid some of the most rugged peaks in the Rockies. This city tour will take you around town covering the Athabasca Viewpoint, Maligne Canyon and Maligne Lake. At Maligne Canyon, stroll along 50-meter walls and learn about its unique underground water system.

In the afternoon, indulge in activities like white water rafting, Jasper sky tram ride, cruising on Maligne Lake, sky gazing etc.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Jasper

Day 7 : Jasper – Lake Louise

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Louise via the Icefields Parkway.

This is Canada’s most scenic mountain roadway, a route through glaciers, lakes, and waterfalls.

Arrive at the Columbia Icefields Discovery Centre; take the Ice Explorer Ride which takes you up the Athabasca Glacier. Later, take a coach from the Discovery Centre to the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform over the Sunwapta Valley for an unobstructed view of the surrounding glaciers. Continue along the Parkway to the Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake and Bow Lake en route to Lake Louise. 

Upon your arrival in Lake Louis, check in at the hotel.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Lake Louise

Day 8 : Lake Louise – Banff

After breakfast, spend your morning at leisure and enjoy the charms of beautiful Lake Louise.

Lake Louise, known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau. Take part in some adventure activities like kayaking and hiking or indulge in some downtime at the spa. You can also go on a gondola ride over Lake Louise and witness some panoramic views.

Later in the day, transfer to Banff. On arrival, check-in at the hotel and explore the famous Banff Avenue.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Banff

Day 9 : Banff

Spend the day exploring Banff.

The resort town of Banff is set amongst the towering mountains of Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade, and Norquay. Visit Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain Drive, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos, Two Jack Viewpoint. Also visit Lake Minnewanka, where you can take a boat cruise for one hour which portraits the wildlife and vegetation, including the Devil’s gap, at the foothills of the Rockies.

A ride on the Banff Gondola will take you to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for a 360-degree panorama of the Bow Valley.

Later in the day, transfer to Calgary and check in at the hotel.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Banff

Day 10 : Banff – Calgary Departure

Today, a private vehicle will transfer you to Calgary airport where you can catch your flight back home


Where to rest your head ?

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Inclusions

accommodation
Hotels & Apartments
meals
Daily Breakfast
sightseeing
Tours
transfers
Private Airport Transfers
transport
Intercity Buses
visa
Canada Visa
travel insurance
10 Days

Exclusions

flights
International Flights
meals
Food & Drinks

Starting from
241000 per person