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Only have a few days to explore the most spectacular scenery in the world? This five-day package is a perfect short retreat in the Canadian Rockies.



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 Vacation Includes
  • 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of RedLeaf Service, SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service.
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation
  • Vancouver Lookout
  • Tour between Banff and Calgary, including Banff Gondola
  • Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
  • Calgary Tower
  • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
  • Luggage handling and National Park Pass
 Train Information
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Eastbound

Day 1 Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer 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 River valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains, to the desert-like environment of the 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 and into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)

Day 3 Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today's highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the resort town of Banff this evening. Overnight in Banff. (B, L)

Day 4 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. A trip on the Banff Gondola is 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.

A price reduction of $119 will apply for the Summit Helicopter Tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly.

Day 5 Calgary
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.

Westbound

Day 1 Calgary Arrival
Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in "The Heart of the New West" on your own. Overnight in Calgary

Day 2 Calgary to Banff
Enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy the highlight of today, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Continue on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.

A price reduction of $119 will apply for the Summit Helicopter Tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly.

Day 3 Banff to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the interior. Today's highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, the Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie - where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)

Day 4 Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today's journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver. (B, L)

Day 5 Vancouver Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.

 

From Vancouver (Eastbound): From Calgary (Westbound):
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
23, 30
3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 31
3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28
1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22
2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30
2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 17, 20, 27
1
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
24
1, 4, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29
1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23
3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31
3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 18, 21, 28
2
Departures Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Silverleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Fairmont Deluxe Rocky Mountaineer
Apr 23 -Apr 30 $1,499 $2,039 $2,529 $2,692
May 3 -May 31 $1,662 $2,203 $2,815 $3,049
Jun 3 - Sep 27 $1,937 $2,427 $3,090 $3,355
Oct 1 $1,835 $2,335 $2,957 $3,202

Call 877-929-7245 today to book your Canadian Rockies Excursion with Vacations By Rail.

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