Spend a week in Canada's Rockies, traveling between national
parks on a limited-time Rocky Mountaineer route and enjoying two
nights in a five-star Fairmont Hotel.
A route of natural wonders and untamed landscapes comes to life
on this Canadian Rockies vacation featuring Banff, Jasper and Lake
Louise. Following a round-trip route from Calgary, delve into the
immense beauty of the Rockies in Banff National Park before
boarding Rocky Mountaineer for a ride on its limited-time route,
Passages to Peaks, to Jasper National Park.
More mountains, lakes and glaciers lie ahead as you travel from
Jasper to Lake Louise via the Icefields Parkway and enjoy a
two-night stay at the five-star Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Unforgettable Experiences
Enjoy special access to the Rocky Mountaineer’s Passages to Peaks route
Take a front-row seat to the splendors of the Canadian Rockies while enjoying a rare opportunity to join the Rocky Mountaineer's Passages to Peaks route, which travels from Banff to Kamloops and Kamloops to Jasper over two scenic days.
Stay at the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Spend two nights overlooking the turquoise glacial waters of Lake Louise while staying at the elegant Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, a five-star hotel surrounded by jaw-dropping natural scenes.
Discover Banff National Park
Set out into Banff National Park to see its stunning sights, including Bow Falls and Lake Minnewanka, and enjoy opportunities to spot the majestic wildlife that call this park home
Admire the Columbia Icefield
Travel along Icefields Parkway to the expansive Columbia Icefield, where explorations on a massive Ice Explorer vehicle take us atop the Athabasca Glacier, and the Columbia Icefield Skywalk provides incredible views.
See Inside Rocky Mountaineer
GoldLeaf Glass-Domed Upper Level Seating
Custom-designed coaches provide you with panoramic views. Relax in luxury in GoldLeaf service with a spacious seat on the upper level of a bi-level coach.
GoldLeaf Dedicated Dining Room
Enjoy elegantly plated meals prepared with local ingredients from the comfort of a dedicated lower-level dining room – all the while, sprawling views of the Rocky Mountains will be unfolding right outside your window.
GoldLeaf Outdoor Viewing Platform
Step out onto your exclusive outdoor viewing platform to get closer to the action.
SilverLeaf Oversized Domed Windows
Oversized windows give you a clean, crisp view with ample opportunities for photography. Take in all of the views from the comfort of your reclining chair. Or you can get a little bit closer in the outdoor viewing area.
SilverLeaf In-Seat Dining Service
Enjoy locally inspired gourmet meals served in the comfort of your seat. It might even take your eyes away from the window, at least for a little while.
Award-Winning Service
Rocky Mountaineer hosts are dedicated to making your onboard experience as memorable as the scenery outside.
What’s included on the tour?
Transportation
All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
Choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer
Accommodation
7 nights’ hotel accommodation
Excursions & Entertainment
All guided tours and excursions
Food & Drink
2 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Not Included
Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
Flights and Airport transfers
Itinerary
Arriving in the Canadian Rockies
Your Rocky Mountain immersion begins as your plane touches down
in Calgary in Alberta, Canada. Upon arrival, meet your motorcoach
for an included transfer into the Canadian Rockies to the resort
town of Banff. In under two hours, the scenery changes from an
urban tapestry rife with skyscrapers to suburban scenes and,
eventually, sprawling forests and towering mountains come into
view. Your destination is Banff, a stunning resort town nestled
within Banff National Park.
Check into your hotel for the first of two nights and then enjoy
the rest of the day at leisure to get acquainted with your new
surroundings. You might like to head to Banff Avenue, Banff's main
shopping street, where you can find an array of stores and
restaurants. You could also learn about Banff's history at Banff
Park Museum. Overnight Banff.
Sightseeing in Banff National Park
Today brings a chance to get to know Banff National Park on a
guided sightseeing tour. Gaze upon incredible sights like Bow
Falls, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Drive overlooking Bow
River Valley, Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. You will also have
a chance to look at the hoodoos shaped by centuries of erosion and
to spot the wildlife that calls this park home.
Alternatively, you can upgrade to a full-day Explore Banff tour,
which highlights the park by land, sky and water. Begin by seeing
Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, the hoodoos and the Two Jack Lake
viewpoint. Afterward, the tour continues with a ride to the summit
of Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola and a historic cruise
across Lake Minnewanka. Lunch is included as you explore.
Following your chosen tour, the remainder of the day and evening
are at your own pace. You might like to take to one of Banff's
hiking trails or relax beside one of the stunning glacier-fed lakes
before finding dinner locally. You could instead wrap up your day
with an optional excursion, such as an evening wildlife tour or a
visit to Banff Hot Springs. Overnight Banff.
Boarding the Rocky Mountaineer
Operating for a limited time this year, the Rocky Mountaineer is
offering a rare opportunity to travel from Banff to Jasper on a
route called Passages to Peaks. This morning, you are among the
first to enjoy its beauty as you are transferred from the hotel to
the station to board the Rocky Mountaineer.
Take your seat in the domed-glass carriage, and settle in for a
daylight-only journey to Kamloops. Enjoy panoramic views as the
train passes Castle Mountain and Morant's Curve and then crosses
the Continental Divide. The Rocky Mountaineer twists through the
Spiral Tunnels and climbs the dramatic Kicking Horse Pass before
arriving in Craigellachie, where the last spike of the
trans-Canadian railway was driven in 1885.
The final miles of the route bring views of Shuswap Lake and
distinctly arid scenery as the train pulls into the station in
Kamloops, your home for the night. An included transfer takes you
to the hotel, and upon checking in, you can relax or find dinner
independently this evening. Overnight Kamloops.
Includes
Breakfast, Lunch
From Kamloops to Jasper on Rocky Mountaineer
After a coach transfer back to the station and stepping back
aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, your journey continues to Jasper
National Park. Today brings another chance to soak up the
jaw-dropping scenery that only this part of the world has to offer
while enjoying the train's high-class service and exceptional
cuisine. And because this route is gone once it sells out for the
season, you may be amidst the only travelers to experience its
wonders.
The train follows the banks of the North Thompson River and
eventually comes to a viewpoint for Pyramid Falls, a picturesque
waterfall that is best seen by train. A memorable view of Mt.
Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, comes into sight,
and the Rocky Mountaineer climbs Yellowhead Pass before approaching
your destination, Jasper.
Departing the Rocky Mountaineer for the final time in Jasper, a
coach transfer takes you to your hotel, where you stay for two
nights. Wrap up your day by finding dinner locally or beginning to
admire the wild beauty of Jasper National Park. Overnight
Jasper.
Includes
Breakfast, Lunch
A free day in Jasper
Awake with the untamed beauty of Jasper National Park at your
fingertips. With an entire day at leisure, you can explore Jasper
and its natural surroundings. There are more than 660 miles of
hiking trails within the park - some of which are easily accessible
from downtown Jasper. While downtown, you could also visit the Two
Brothers Totem Pole or the Old Fire House, or pop in the local
shops.
For a more structured day, you could pre-book an optional
excursion. Choices include admission to Jasper's SkyTram with
plenty of time to explore at the summit, a Wildlife Discovery Tour
that presents park scenery and animal viewing opportunities, an
Explore Jasper sightseeing tour that includes a cruise on Maligne
Lake, or a three-hour foodie tour in downtown Jasper that takes you
to four local eateries. Overnight Jasper.
Traveling Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise
Leaving Jasper behind, your day begins with a coach journey
along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. This byway is renowned as
one of the world's most scenic, with stunning vistas of mountains,
lakes and glaciers framing both sides as it connects Jasper and
Banff National Parks.
Your destination today is one of Banff National Park's most
famous destinations, Lake Louise. During the drive, marvel at the
changing scenery, which includes Athabasca Falls, Petyo Lake, Bow
Lake and Crowfoot Glacier. You also enjoy a stop at Columbia
Icefields.
One of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic
Circle, Columbia Icefields is a feast for the eyes. During your
time here, an Ice Explorer takes you out onto the Athabasca
Glacier, and you have an opportunity to look out over the Sunwapta
Valley from the Columbia Icefield Skywalk. A buffet lunch is also
included at the Glacier Discovery Center before the journey toward
Lake Louise continues.
Arriving later this afternoon, check into the five-star Fairmont
Chateau Lake Louise for two nights, and enjoy a free evening amidst
this elegant environment. Overnight Lake Louise.
Includes
Lunch
Discovering Lake Louise at your leisure
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has a privileged location on
the shores of Lake Louise, putting fantastic views and endless
outdoor adventures within reach. With a full free day today, you
can delve deeper into the surrounding nature at your own pace.
Several walking and hiking trails are easily accessible from the
hotel, including the Lake Louise Lakefront Trail and the Lakeview
Lookout Trail. Additional trails can be accessed locally, as well.
There are also stables on the grounds, and booking a horseback
riding tour provides a unique way to soak up the scenery. If you
hope to get out on the water, kayaks and canoes are available for
rental.
Relaxing at the hotel instead, you could take a dip in the pool
or book a spa treatment. A refined Afternoon Tea is available daily
in the Fairview Restaurant, as well. Overnight Lake Louise.
Tour conclusion
Spending a week in the Rockies has been truly magical and filled
with pictureperfect scenery and unforgettable experiences. From
touring Banff National Park to see its diverse scenery to exploring
Jasper National Park independently and driving along the
jaw-dropping Icefields Parkway to Columbia Icefields and Lake
Louise, each day here has brought a deeper understanding of the
UNESCO World Heritage-listed region's beauty. All this was topped
off with a two-day journey on an exclusive Rocky Mountaineer route
and a two-night stay at the exceptional Fairmont Chateau Lake
Louise.
This morning, your vacation comes to a close with an included
transfer back to Calgary airport, from which you are free to return
home. Transfers accommodate flights after 11:00 AM
Superior • Hotels include Moose
Hotel & Suites, Kamloops hotel given by RMV, Crimson Jasper,
and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or
similar; subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Kamloops hotel is included and will be confirmed upon check-in for
the train.
• Rocky Mountaineer accommodations are in SilverLeaf Service.
Seats are in a single level dome car with oversized windows.
• Gourmet meals are included on the train and served to you at
your seat.
Deluxe • Hotels include Fairmont
Banff Springs, Kamloops hotel given by RMV, Fairmont Jasper Park
Lodge, and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or
similar; subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Kamloops hotel is included and will be confirmed upon check-in for
the train.
• Rocky Mountaineer accommodations are in GoldLeaf Service. You
will be traveling in a bi-level dome car with your seats being on
the upper level of the car. You will have exclusive access to an
outdoor viewing platform.
• Gourmet meal service is included on the train and served on the
lower level of the car.
Departure times
Provisional departure and return times, where available, can be
found together with our dates and prices by clicking on the 'Prices
& Availability' button. We write to all booked customers
approximately 10 weeks prior to the start of their tour to advise
the exact departure and return time for their particular group.
Get an unfiltered look at the immense beauty of the Canadian
Rockies aboard Rocky Mountaineer. For over 30 years, this luxury
rail line has been the premier choice for train travel through the
vast Canadian wilderness. It now offers three spectacular routes
between Vancouver and the Rockies in Canada and a brand-new line
navigating the Colorado Rockies in the United States. Passengers
enjoy unmatched service during these daylight-only expeditions, as
well as vistas that cannot be seen by any other mode of
transportation.