Canadian Rockies At Leisure

Tour Information

Enjoy the best of the Canadian Rockies at leisure on this relaxed tour, heading westwards from Calgary with plenty of time at each location along the way. First up you’ll drive to Banff, stopping off for an exciting helicopter ride over the mountains. After time to explore Banff National Park it’s onwards to Lake Louise to stay in grandeur at the lakeside Fairmont Chateau. You’ll then follow the Icefields Parkway and take an Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier before arriving in the mountain resort of Jasper.
The next part of your journey is by rail, on the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer, which heads across the Rockies in style, taking in sights like Mount Robson and the Pyramid Falls before climbing Yellowhead Pass to arrive in Kamloops. Continue by rail to coastal Vancouver, your last destination, and one of North America’s most scenic cities.

Day 1

Transatlantic flight to Calgary
Arrive in Calgary and transfer independently to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day sightseeing in the “Stampede City” independently.
Redleaf Service: International Hotel & Suites
Goldleaf Service: Delta Bow Valley
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Palliser, Junior Suite

Day 2

Calgary to Banff with Summit Helicopter Tour
Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy the highlight of today, a 15-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Spend time exploring Kananaskis at your leisure before continuing on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon.
Redleaf Service: Ptarmigan Inn.
Goldleaf Service: Rimrock Resort
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Banff Springs, Deluxe room

Day 3

Free Day in Banff
Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff’s historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or playing a round of golf at The Fairmont Banff Springs.
Redleaf Service: Ptarmigan Inn.
Goldleaf Service: Rimrock Resort
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Banff Springs, Deluxe room

Day 4

Banff to Lake Louise
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 spanning the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in 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.
Redleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont room
Goldleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Lakeview room
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Deluxe Lakeview room

Day 5

Free Day in Lake Louise
Enjoy a free day in Lake Louise. Local activities include canoeing, hiking in the mountains or simply relaxing and taking in the magnificent views.
Redleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont room
Goldleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Lakeview room
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Deluxe Lakeview room

Day 6

Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon.
Redleaf Service: Marmot Lodge
Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont room
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe room

Day 7

Jasper
Enjoy a short scenic tour including many natural attractions, rugged peaks and wildlife
Redleaf Service: Marmot Lodge
Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont room
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe room

Day 8

Jasper to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops.
Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.

Day 9

Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you 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 River 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. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
Redleaf Service: Georgian Court Hotel Downtown Vancouver
Goldleaf Service: Four Seasons Vancouver, Deluxe City View room
Fairmont Deluxe & Goldleaf Service: Four Seasons Vancouver, Premier City View room.
B, L.

Day 10

Vancouver Departure
Your holiday ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel before returning to the airport for your flight home.

Day 11

Arrive back in the UK at your chosen airport in the early afternoon.

What's Included

• Transatlantic schedule flights
• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service
• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
• 9 nights hotel accommodation in hotels listed or similar
• Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
• Calgary Tower
• Calgary to Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola
• Yoho Park Tour, Banff to Lake Louise
• Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Lake Louise to Jasper
• Jasper Tour
• Vancouver Lookout
• Rail station transfers in Jasper, Kamloops and Vancouver
• Luggage handling and National Park Pass