Canadian Rockies by Train
About Calgary, Alberta
Book your next dream Canadian Rockies by Train tour. Discover Canada as you've never seen it with VIA Rail.
From the lush green Pacific coast of Vancouver, board VIA Rail’s The Canadian for a once-in-a-lifetime overnight train journey. Relax in the dome car and experience panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, rushing rivers and the sheer unspoiled wilderness of Canada. Arrive in Jasper and see the dramatic Maligne Canyon and its picture-perfect lake. Journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway. Marvel at Athabasca. Feel like royalty while overnighting at the fabulous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and Fairmont Banff Springs. Discover the natural beauty of Moraine Lake and the powerful Bow Falls. Experience a day on a ranch in the Alberta plains, complete with a wagon ride in search of buffalo and a BBQ lunch in the great outdoors. End your journey in cosmopolitan Calgary. Discover the natural beauty only found in the Canadian Rockies.
From $3869.00
Stay
9 Days
8 Nights
Meals
12 Meals
7 Breakfasts
1 Lunch
4 Dinners
Pre Night: Westin Bayshore
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver offers guests the best of both worlds: the activities and cultural events of
Vancouver, as well as a relaxing resort experience. Connected to the historic 1,000acre Stanley Park via its
picturesque seawall, you’re just moments away from unspoiled nature.
Day 1: Vancouver, British Columbia Tour Begins Take a remarkable journey through the stunning landscapes, charming towns and beautiful lakes of the Canadian Rockies. Your adventure opens in Vancouver.
Hotel
Westin Bayshore
Vancouver
Day 2: Vancouver VIA Rail A city tour of Vancouver begins this morning at beautiful Stanley Park, Canada’s renowned urban rainforest. Then, continue to Chinatown, the waterfront, and Gastown a turnofthecentury center comprised of pubs, art galleries, boutiques and the worldfamous steampowered clock, perhaps the most photographed subject in all of Vancouver. Stroll picturesque Granville Island and its fascinating markets. Later, board VIA Rail’s The Canadian to begin your journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Relive train travel in the days of old as you are rocked to sleep tonight in your private accommodations.
Hotel Via Rail Canada Toronto Culinary
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: VIA Rail Jasper, Alberta
Your eastbound train whisks you past the peaks of the Monashee Mountains and the stunning sight of Pyramid Falls
cascading down Mt. Cheadle. Relax in the dome car as you experience 360degree views of the glistening glaciers of
the Albreda Icefields and on a clear day, view Mt. Robson – the highest peak of the Rockies! Moose, mountain goats,
bear and caribou call this wonderland home. This afternoon, arrive in Jasper, nestled in the heart of the Canadian
Rockies at the gateway to the incredible Icefields Parkway.
Hotel Sawridge Inn And Conference Centre Jasper
Culinary
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Jasper This morning, travel to Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, and enjoy breakfast* against the backdrop of the pictureperfect sparkling waters of the lake. While at Maligne Lake, you may choose to embark on an optional cruise highlighting the beauty of Spirit Island. Later, enjoy the dramatic Maligne Canyon, one of the area’s most spectacular landmarks. Return to your hotel with time to independently explore this lovely town.
Hotel Sawridge Inn And Conference Centre Jasper
Culinary
Breakfast
Day 5: Jasper Icefields Parkway Lake Louise Set off for a wonderful day of sightseeing en route to Lake Louise. Journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway. Waterfalls, rushing rivers, glacial peaks, imposing cliffs and snowcapped peaks paint the breathtaking canvas – so have your camera handy! Enjoy a stop at the Athabasca Falls and marvel at its sheer beauty and power. Then, it’s your choice! Stop at the Athabasca Glacier and choose a fun ride** across this mass of glacial ice which is over 1,000 feet thick – the largest accumulation of ice south of the Arctic Circle OR take a walk on the Glacier Skywalk to experience the breathtaking views of the Sunwapta Valley and witness the dramatic landscape from the glassfloored platform. Continuing down the parkway, be on the lookout for bears, furry marmots and stately elk. Enjoy a stop at Bow Lake – a beautiful crystal clear lake fed by Bow Glacier – for photographs and a walk along its shore before arriving in Lake Louise. Enjoy a stay at the worldfamous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. This evening, it’s Diner’s Choice...choose the perfect spot from a “menu” of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s great restaurants.
Hotel The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lake Louise
Culinary
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Lake Louise Banff En route to Banff, view the spectacular Moraine Lake and the aweinspiring Valley of the Ten Peaks. The jagged Ten Peaks are distinctively sawtoothed, standing out amidst stunning Alpine scenery. Arrive at the grand Fairmont Banff Springs, known as the “Castle in the Rockies,” for a luxurious 2night stay. This evening, it’s another Diner’s Choice...you’ll choose the perfect spot from one of the Fairmont Banff Springs’ great restaurants.
Hotel The Fairmont Banff Springs Banff
Culinary
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Banff Set off for a scenic drive through Banff featuring the powerful Bow Falls and Surprise Corner, known for its pictureperfect panoramic views. Next, meet a local ammolite specialist to learn about this rare gemstone found only in Alberta. During leisure time, perhaps you will take a stroll through Banff’s delightful downtown.
Hotel The Fairmont Banff Springs Banff
Culinary
Breakfast
Day 8: Banff Calgary Leave the wonders of the Rockies for the prairies of Alberta en route to the Kananaskis Valley. Visit a local ranch for a line dance lesson and enjoy a wagon ride** in search of buffalo. Then, delight in a traditional Albertan barbecue with beautiful views of the mountains in the background. Later, enjoy the views of the prairies before you reach the vibrant city of Calgary. Tonight, join in a farewell toast celebrating the end of a memorable trip.
Hotel Westin Calgary Calgary
Culinary
Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9: Calgary Tour Ends
Your tour ends today in Calgary
Post Night: Westin Calgary
Situated in the heart of one of Canada’s most exciting cities, The Westin Calgary is located downtown nearby to firstclass dining and arts. The hotel is conveniently connected to the dining and shopping districts of the city by several
miles of climatecontrolled pedestrian walkways. Each guest room is wellappointed with signature Westin Heavenly
amenities.
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You will visit the following 4 places:
Vancouver
Banff
The Town of Banff was the first municipality to incorporate within a Canadian national park. The town is a member of the Calgary Regional Partnership. Banff is a resort town and one of Canada's most popular tourist destinations, known for its mountainous surroundings and hot springs. It is a destination for outdoor sports and features extensive hiking, biking, scrambling and skiing areas within the area. Sunshine Village, Ski Norquay and Lake Louise Mountain Resort are the three nearby ski resorts located within the national park
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a hamlet in Alberta, Canada known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau. It offers a tremendous diversity of recreational and sightseeing opportunities. Abounds with magnificent scenery from glaciers to waterfalls, Lake Louise is home to one of North America's finest downhill ski areas, and has numerous hiking and walking trails.
