This compact itinerary incorporates the main highlights of the Canadian Rockies in a memorable week’s adventure. Travel on the renowned Rocky Mountaineer train and drive along the awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway, often said to be one of the most scenic drives in the world.
The Rocky Mountaineer offers a world-renowned rail journey between Vancouver and Jasper, travelling through some of Canada’s most spectacular mountain scenery. The 2-day journey includes an overnight stay in a hotel in Kamloops, before continuing on to Jasper in the heart of the national park where your self-drive adventure begins.
Your itinerary includes 2-night stays in both Jasper and Banff, where you can pick your personal choice of included excursions to make the most of your Rockies experience. Choose a scenic lake cruise, canoe trip or gondola ride; you can be as active or relaxed as you like but the backdrop will be stunning whatever you choose! You’ll also drive the iconic Icefields Parkway via Lake Louise, and take a trip onto the Columbia Icefield with the chance to stand on an ancient river of ice.
Itinerary
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at Vancouver’s Pacific Central Station. Pass through the rich fields of the Fraser River Valley and the towering peaks of the Coastal Mountains before entering the Fraser Canyon. Follow the Thompson River through spectacular landscapes to historic Kamloops, gateway to the interior of British Columbia. Breakfast and lunch included.
Back on board the Rocky Mountaineer, continue to shadow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus to the snowy peaks of the Monashee Mountains. Witness the beautiful Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Albreda Icefields. Pass by Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 metres (12,972 feet). Upon arrival into Jasper collect your rental car. The rest of the day is free to explore and relax at your leisure. Breakfast and lunch included.
Today you can enjoy your choice of one included experience from the following options:
Jasper Nature Walk – this guided walk offers spectacular views of jagged peaks, forests, meadows, marshes, streams, and stunning glacial lakes.
Maligne Lake Cruise
Jasper Rafting Float Trip
This morning depart on the scenic drive that takes you through the spine of the Canadian Rockies. You’ll discover a never-ending procession of mammoth mountains, jagged peaks, over one hundred glaciers and pristine emerald-coloured lakes. Included today is the opportunity to brave the Glacier Skywalk, a glass platform suspended almost 1000 feet high over the valley, and to set foot on ancient ice with an Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier itself. As you continue your drive to Lake Louise you can also take in views of Sarbach Glacier, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake and Bow Glacier, and Crowfoot Glacier. (Please note: mountain lakes in this region will be frozen through to mid June).
Ice Explorer Glacier Tour
Glacier Skywalk
Take the short drive from Lake Louise to Banff today, travelling along the Bow Valley Parkway. This scenic road runs beside the Bow River and allows you the option to stop at the impressive Johnston Canyon. Take a walk along the paved footway to either the lower or upper waterfalls before continuing to Banff.
Today you can enjoy your choice of one included experience from the following options:
Banff Gondola Ride, Banff
Lake Minnewanka Cruise, Banff
River Explorer Canoe Tour, Banff
Bow River Horseback Adventure, Banff
Leave behind the fresh mountain air and majestic sights of the Rockies as you make your way to Calgary today.
Prices & departures
What's Included
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Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
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Rocky Mountaineer train journey from Vancouver to Jasper (Silverleaf service)
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2 breakfasts, 2 lunches on board Rocky Mountaineer
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Intermediate car hire including unlimited mileage, 2nd driver, loss damage waiver and third-party liability (Jasper to Calgary)
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Choice of excursion in Jasper: Maligne Lake Cruise / River Raft Float / Jasper Nature Walk
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Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier
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Glacier Skywalk
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Choice of excursion in Banff: Banff Gondola / Lake Minnewanka Cruise / River Explorer Canoe tour / Bow River Horseride
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £2913 Excluding Flights
6 Nights
May-Oct
Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.
Make this trip yours
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