Rockies Splendour
Overview
Day 1 Arrive Vancouver
Upon arrival, transfer from Vancouver International Airport to hotel. Spend time exploring this scenic city on your own.
Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2 Vancouver - 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 we 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. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Our day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops.
Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 3 Kamloops - Jasper
Our journey continues north to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again we 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 Yellow head Pass into Jasper National Park. Our rail journey ends this evening on arrival in the resort town of Jasper.
Overnight in Jasper.
Day 4 Jasper - Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Ice fields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Ice field. Here we will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Our driver/ guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon.
Overnight in Lake Louise.
Day 5 Lake Louise - Banff
This morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. After lunch, a half-day tour takes we 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. At the end of the tour we will be transferred to Banff.
Overnight in Banff.
Day 6 Banff
This morning we are free to explore scenic Banff on your own. After lunch, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Banff and Banff National Park. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos.
Overnight in Banff.
Day 7 Banff - Kamloops
Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. Our journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as we 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, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven.
Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 8 Kamloops - Vancouver
Our journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey we 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 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. Our rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 9 Depart Vancouver
Our vacation ends upon checkout from your Vancouver hotel and transfer to the airport.
Vancouver to come back at Home
Stay plan
2 nights in Vancouver.
2 nights in Kamloops.
1 night in Jasper.
1 night in Lake Louise.
2 nights in Banff.