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Tour Information

This tour incorporates the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb and Rainforest to Gold Rush routes, and the most memorable attractions of the Canadian Rockies including two nights in Jasper and a Jasper Highlights Tour.

Day 1

Fly from UK to Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own.
Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2

Vancouver to Whistler
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to
the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round
outdoor activities. Following your motorcoach transfer from downtown
Vancouver, the Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking rail journey
through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the
trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains,
Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon.
On arrival at the Whistler train station, you will be transferred to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight in Whistler. B.

Day 3

Whistler to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of
Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Enjoy breathtaking and varied
scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley,
through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and
vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of
Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser
Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway
bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows
the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Overnight in Quesnel. B, L.

Day 4

Quesnel to Jasper
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies
and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the
Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through
the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including
a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are
surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the
Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at
3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through
Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on
arrival in Jasper.
Overnight in Jasper. B, L.

Day 5

Jasper Highlights Tour
Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and Canada’s largest National
Park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural
attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the
many creatures that call this mountain park home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently.
Overnight in Jasper.

Day 6

Jasper to Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the
Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving
at the Columbia Icefield. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle
of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features.
Your 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 7

Lake Louise to Banff
This morning you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll. After
lunch, 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. At the end of
the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Please note: While departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be
approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your
luggage will be stored upon checkout and you are free to enjoy the amenities
of the hotel before the tour departs.

Day 8

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. Banff Gondola 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.

Day 9

Calgary Departure
Your vacation ends upon checkout from your Calgary hotel.

Day 10

Arrive back in the UK

What's Included

• Transatlantic schedule flights
• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf or RedLeaf Service
• 3 hour Rocky Mountaineer Whistler Dome or Whistler Classic Service
• 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches (Reverse itinerary features 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 light meal)
• 8 nights hotel accommodation
• Vancouver Lookout
• Jasper Highlights Tour
• Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Jasper to Lake Louise
• Guided lakeshore stroll at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
• Yoho Park Tour, Lake Louise to Banff
• Banff to Calgary Tour, including Banff Gondola
• Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
• Calgary Tower
• Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel and Jasper
• Luggage handling and National Park Pass