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Circle Tour by Train through the Canadian Rockies (7 Days)
Vancouver, Canada to Kamloops, Canada
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Canadian Rockies by Rail Grand Circle Tours combines Rocky Mountaineer with VIA Rail for the ultimate train adventure. Spend a night in a private cabin on VIA Rail as you head into the Rocky Mountains. Wake as the peaks of the mountains come into view, and keep your eyes open for wildlife like elk, bears and bald eagles. Spend the next 4 days exploring Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff before boarding Rocky Mountaineer back to Vancouver.
At a Glance
Vancouver, Canada
Jasper, Canada
Jasper, Canada
Jasper, Canada
Lake Louise, Canada
Lake Louise, Canada
Banff, Canada
Banff, Canada
Kamloops, Canada
Kamloops, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Sleeping berth onboard VIA Rail Sleeper Touring service for 1 night
1 night accommodation in Kamloops provided by Rocky Mountaineer
1 night accommodation in Jasper
1 night accommodation in Lake Louise
2 nights accommodation in Banff
Rocky Mountaineer Train between Banff and Vancouver
Transfers between rail depot and hotel in Kamloops, Banff, Jasper
Full day tour between Jasper and Lake Louise with picnic lunch included
Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier
Glacier Skywalk
Scheduled coach transfer between Banff and Lake Louise hotels
Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola
Discover Grizzly Bears, Lakes & Waterfalls
Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner
Meals as per itinerary
National Park fees
Gratuities
Activities other than specified
Meals other than specified
Portage fees
Itinerary
- Day 1Location(s)
- Vancouver, Canada
HotelNoneMealsDinnerDay 1 Vancouver to Jasper | VIA Rail
This afternoon, board VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ train for the famous rail journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Step back in time to the days of classic rail travel, riding in the original steel ‘streamliner’ railcars made famous by the ‘Canadian’ in the 1950s. Each car has been lovingly restored with air conditioning, a dining car, lounge car, and dome car. Pass through the rich fields of the Fraser Valley and the towering peaks of the Coastal Mountains before entering the Fraser Canyon. Follow the Thompson River through spectacular landscapes as you enjoy dinner (included), then retreat to your private quarters that have been converted into a bedroom.
- Day 2Location(s)
- Jasper, Canada
HotelSuperior, Deluxe, and Deluxe Plus Grade HotelsMealsBreakfastDay 2 Arrive Jasper | VIA Rail
Rise to the snowy peaks of the Canadian Rockies today as you arrive in Jasper and transfer to your hotel. The day is free to explore this unique alpine community. (breakfast included today onboard VIA Rail)
- Day 3Location(s)
- Jasper, Canada
HotelSuperior, Deluxe, and Deluxe Plus Grade HotelsMealsNoneDay 3 Jasper | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Private ExcursionsToday you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursionsOption 1. Morning Maligne Valley with Medicine Lake TourExperience the most incredible sights in Jasper National Park’s Maligne Valley during this guided excursion to the region’s most scenic lakes & majestic canyons, enjoy a gentle guided walk along the shores of this pristine lake.Option 2. Evening Discover Jasper & its WildlifeAdmire diverse animal life in the Canadian wilderness on this evening wildlife tour. Delve into Jasper National Park with your guide. Travel through the mighty Athabasca Valley and marvel at the park’s beautiful landscapes by twilight.Option 3. Signature Hike with Gourmet Picnic Lunch
Experience the majestic scenery of Jasper National Park on foot. This 3-hour guided nature walk will feature a spectacular array of rolling hills, jagged peaks, forests, meadows, marshes, streams and stunning glacial lakes. Your licensed interpreter will lead this leisurely walk as you explore the abundant flora and fauna along these routes that often offer incredible opportunities to spot wildlife. Marvel at snow-capped peaks during the months of May and early June, in mid-summer the forest and alpine meadows are ablaze in glorious wildflower shades of red, blue, yellow and white. By late August and through the month of September, the mountain landscapes glow with the red, orange, and gold of the Larch and Aspen trees
- Day 4Location(s)
- Jasper, Canada
- Lake Louise, Canada
HotelSuperior, Deluxe, and Deluxe Plus Grade HotelsMealsLunchDay 4 Jasper to Lake Louise | Private Sightseeing + Gourmet Picnic Lunch
Your sightseeing tour today will encompass the ultimate glacier exploration as you travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. From walking on ancient ice with the Ice Explorer ride (included), to standing on a glass platform almost one thousand feet in the air at the Glacier Skywalk (included), today’s experiences will leave you with a special appreciation for this treasured region of the Rockies (gourmet picnic lunch included today)
- Day 5Location(s)
- Lake Louise, Canada
- Banff, Canada
HotelSuperior, Deluxe, and Deluxe Plus Grade HotelsMealsNoneDay 5 Lake Louise to Banff | Private SUV Transfer
Today’s private transfer offers the flexibility to spend more time in either Lake Louise or Banff, allowing you to customize your experience between these two beautiful destinations. At Lake Louise, you can enjoy activities like canoeing on the lake, hiking to the Glacier Teahouse, or savoring afternoon tea at the renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise before departing on a 45-minute journey along the breathtaking Bow Valley Parkway.
- Day 6Location(s)
- Banff, Canada
- Kamloops, Canada
HotelSuperior Grade HotelMealsBreakfast, LunchDay 6 Banff to Kamloops | Rocky Mountaineer
All aboard Rocky Mountaineer for the scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. As the train crosses over the continental divide you pass through the spiral tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Continue on through the Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park with endless views of snow capped mountains and stunning glaciers. Pass by Craigellachie, where the last spike was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway Trans Canada link in 1885. (breakfast & lunch is included today)
- Day 7Location(s)
- Kamloops, Canada
- Vancouver, Canada
HotelNoneMealsBreakfast, LunchDay 7 Kamloops to Vancouver | Rocky Mountaineer
Re-board the Rocky Mountaineer Train and follow the Thompson River through Ashcroft - one of Canada’s driest towns (with an average rainfall of just 18 centimetres). Pass through Rainbow Canyon with its cliffs striped with pinks, greens and greys creating a stunning effect. Continue on to the Fraser Canyon where at Hell’s Gate you will observe a water torrent past the canyon walls at its narrowest point. The last leg of the journey takes you through the lush farming region of the Fraser Valley to arrive in the Pacific port of Vancouver late afternoon. (breakfast & lunch is included today)