This tour is no longer offered. A variety of other Canadian Rockies Train Trips are available.

On this six day excorted Canadian Rockies adventure, your stops will include destinations like Lake Louise, a highlight for many that visit Canada and typical favorite for many guests.

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 Highlights

• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer Escorted Tours dome
• 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
• 5 nights hotel accommodation
• Services of a Tour Escort throughout
• Exclusive Attractions Pass
• Welcome reception
• Yoho Park Tour, Banff to Lake Louise
• Guided lakeshore stroll at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
• Lake Louise to Calgary Tour, including ranch visit
• Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff
• Luggage handling and National Park Pass

 Train Information

• Rocky Mountaineer® Video
• Photo Gallery
• Onboard Experience

Eastbound Itinerary - Vancouver to Calgary
Day 1 Arrival - Vancouver
Tour begins at 6:00 p.m. at The Sutton Place Hotel in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Meet your Rocky Mountaineer Vacations’ Tour Escort and travel companions at the welcome reception and dinner. Overnight in Vancouver at the Sutton Place Hotel. (D)

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 at The Fairmont Banff Springs. (B, L)

Day 4 Banff to Lake Louise with Helicopter Tour
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. The tour ends in Lake Louise, where you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in Lake Louise at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 1:00 p.m., scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.

Day 5 Lake Louise to Calgary with Summit Helicopter
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. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 15-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Enjoy lunch at a local ranch and spend time exploring Kananaskis at your leisure before your afternoon transfer to Calgary.

Tonight, reflect on the highlights of your tour of western Canada during your farewell dinner at the Calgary Tower. Overnight in Calgary at the Calgary Marriott. (L, D)

Day 6 Calgary Departure
After breakfast this morning, your vacation concludes. (B)

This tour is also available in reverse