Mountain Rails

Tour Information

Explore the two neighbouring provinces of Alberta and British Columbia, and enjoy the lively sights of Calgary, Banff and Jasper National Parks, the interior of British Columbia as well as the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. The Rocky Mountaineer train will bring you through a dramatically-changing countryside while travelling through valleys, canyons and mountain passes. In both Vancouver and the Rockies, local sightseeing tours are included to enhance the experience.

Day 1

FLY UK - ARRIVE IN CALGARY
Arrive at Calgary’s International airport and transfer independently to your centrally located hotel. Pick up your information kit at the front desk as you check in. The remainder of the day is at leisure to create your own urban adventure in the Stampede City and form your first impressions of Western Canada. Overnight in Calgary.
Standard: Sandman Hotel Calgary City Centre or Ramada Hotel Downtown Calgary
Deluxe: Fairmont Palliser

Day 2

CALGARY TO BANFF
On this full-day sightseeing transfer you will drive through the ranching country west of Calgary. Here, view such famous Banff landmarks as Tunnel Mountain Drive, Stoney Nakoda Resort, Bow Falls and the Hoodoos. Time will be given at Sulphur Mountain to take the gondola to the summit for a wonderful panoramic view of the mountains (ride not included). Overnight in Banff.
Standard: Rundlestone Lodge or Banff Ptarmigan
Deluxe: Fairmont Banff Springs

Day 3

BANFF
Relax and enjoy the scenery as the tour makes its way to the Columbia Icefield, continuing along the famous Icefields Parkway. You will be traversing one of the most dramatic and spectacular landscapes in the world. The huge Columbia Glacier covers nearly 325 km2 and dominates the surrounding landscape. An Ice Explorer ride will take you onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier. The excursion will also stop at Peyto Lake and Bow Lake and at the Crowfoot Glacier.
Overnight in Banff.
Standard: Rundlestone Lodge or Banff Ptarmigan
Deluxe: Fairmont Banff Springs

Day 4

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER BANFF TO KAMLOOPS
On board the Rocky Mountaineer train, you will experience a spectacular rail excursion from Banff to Kamloops. This unique daylight service allows you to view some of the most spectacular sights in Western Canada. The route departs the Rocky Mountains through the Kicking Horse Pass. By late afternoon, you are in the arid ranch land of interior British Columbia, where you disembark for the night. Upon arrival in Kamloops, the evening is at your leisure. Overnight in Kamloops.
Breakfast and lunch included.
Standard: Thompson Hotel or similar
Deluxe: Thompson Hotel or similar

Day 5

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER
You will set out on the last leg of your spectacular rail experience today. The Rocky Mountaineer takes you through the “cowboy country” ranchlands and along the rushing torrents of the Fraser and Thompson Rivers. You are now truly in pioneer territory and en route you can
listen to the history and legends of the West while enjoying all the comforts of your luxury train. The last stretch takes you through lush farmlands and past historic towns to Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast and lunch included.
Standard: Coast Plaza Hotel Suites Vancouver or Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
Deluxe: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver or Fairmont Waterfront

Day 6

Vancouver
Discover Vancouver on a hop on / hop off trolley tour, taking in the sights of historic Gastown, English Bay, Granville Island, the colourful totem poles of scenic Stanley Park and much more. Overnight in Vancouver.
Standard: Coast Plaza Hotel Suites Vancouver or Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
Deluxe: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver or Fairmont Waterfront

Day 7

VANCOUVER
This full-day trip to Victoria begins with a cruise through the scenic Gulf Islands and includes a visit to the acclaimed Butchart Gardens. Afterwards continue to Victoria for a city sightseeing tour that encompasses Victoria’s stately homes and gardens as well as historic landmarks. You will see the University of Victoria and Beacon Hill Park and pass the Royal British Columbia Museum, Thunderbird Park, the Parliament Buildings and the exclusive homes of the Uplands and Oak Bay. You will return to Vancouver in the early evening. Overnight in Vancouver.
Standard: Coast Plaza Hotel Suites Vancouver or Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
Deluxe: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver or Fairmont Waterfront

Day 8

VANCOUVER / ALASKAN CRUISE
Today you check out of your hotel and independently transfer to the Vancouver airport.

Day 9

ARRIVE BACK IN THE UK

What's Included

• Transatlantic flights
• Hotel accommodation for 7 nights; Meals: two (2) breakfasts and two (2) lunches on board the Rocky Mountaineer.
• Full-day sightseeing transfer from Calgary to Banff and Banff gondola ride
• Full-day sightseeing excursion to Columbia Icefields with Ice Explorer ride
• Banff / Kamloops / Vancouver rail passage on the Rocky Mountaineer (RedLeaf Service)
• Transfer to and from Kamloops train station
• Hop-on Hop-off trolley tour of Vancouver
• Full-day excursion to Victoria including Butchart Gardens visit

Not Included

• Transfers to and from airport and / or train stations unless otherwise specified
• National park entrance fees
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise stated