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Canadian Rockies Discovery Eastbound

Eastbound rail journey from Vancouver to Banff via Jasper and Icefields Parkway

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Railbookers operates Canadian Rockies Discovery Eastbound, a 7-day, 6-night independent rail package from Vancouver to Banff. The trip opens with two nights in Vancouver, including admission to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, where a 230-foot suspension bridge crosses the Capilano River alongside rainforest trails and the Cliffwalk. On day 3, travelers board VIA Rail's the Canadian eastbound to Jasper, spending a night and part of the next morning onboard before arriving in Jasper. A guided tour then follows the Icefields Parkway to Banff, stopping at the Columbia Icefield for a ride on the Ice Explorer and a walk on the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk. The next day's tour visits Lake Louise, described as one of the most photographed landscapes in the Canadian Rockies, and Johnston Canyon, with lunch at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. The trip ends with a transfer to Calgary Airport. It suits travelers who want a short, guided introduction to the Rockies by rail and coach.

What to know before you look closer

  • The hotel list is 18 accommodation OPTIONS across tiers and cities rather than a fixed sequence of stays, so which hotels a traveler gets depends on the tier and city selected.
  • Only 2 meals, both lunches, are listed as included across the 7 days; other meals are on your own.
  • The evidence does not list current departure dates for this trip; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Your Journey Begins in Vancouver

    Welcome to Vancouver! Check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay and start exploring this nature lover's paradise, where the majestic mountains meet the serene coast.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Today, enjoy admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, one of Vancouver's most iconic attractions. Stroll across the thrilling suspension bridge that stretches 230 feet above the Capilano River, and explore the surrounding rainforest via scenic walking trails, treetop adventures, and the dramatic Cliffwalk.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Onboard VIA Rail

    Overnight Onboard VIA Rail®

    Spend the morning crossing any sights in Vancouver off your list, then head to the train station to board The Canadian train eastbound to Jasper. After you settle in, head to the observation car for the incredible scenery.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Jasper

    Jasper

    Wake up in the Canadian Rockies and enjoy a relaxing day on the train. Take in the majestic landscape as you wind through the Canadian Rockies. Later this morning, you will arrive in Jasper and travel to your hotel on your own.

  5. Day 5overnight: Banff

    Icefields Parkway and Columbia Icefields Tour to Banff

    This morning, depart Jasper for a leisurely drive out to Banff, one of the most scenic towns in the Canadian Rockies. Visit the natural wonder of Columbia Icefield. Step onboard the Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure of the Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy unobstructed views on a glass-floored observation platform at the Glacier Skywalk.

  6. Day 6overnight: Banff

    Mountains, Lake Louise, and Waterfalls Tour

    Today you will explore Lake Louise, one of the most photographed landscapes in the Canadian Rockies. You will also tour Johnston Canyon. A hot buffet lunch is included at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise today. Return to Banff in the evening for your final night's stay.

  7. Day 7

    Your Journey Ends in Calgary

    Check out of your hotel this morning and meet your transfer driver in the lobby for a short ride to Calgary Airport.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Capilano Suspension Bridge Park includes a bridge 230 feet above the Capilano River, rainforest walking trails, treetop adventures, and the Cliffwalk.
  • Day 3VIA Rail's the Canadian departs Vancouver in the afternoon eastbound for Jasper; travelers head to the observation car for the scenery.
  • Day 5The Ice Explorer takes travelers onto the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield, followed by the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk.
  • Day 6A tour visits Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon, with a hot buffet lunch included at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Included

  • One-way overnight VIA Rail® from Vancouver to Jasper on the Canadian® in Economy
  • 5 nights' hotel accommodations; 1-night onboard VIA Rail
  • Tour transfer from Jasper to Banff and shuttle transfer from Banff to Calgary Airport
  • 2 meals (2 lunches)

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railbookers includes one-way overnight VIA Rail travel from Vancouver to Jasper on the Canadian, in Economy class.
Is it escorted or independent?
It is sold as an independent rail package, though the Icefields Parkway and Lake Louise days are guided sightseeing tours.
What is included?
One-way overnight VIA Rail from Vancouver to Jasper in Economy, 5 nights of hotel accommodation plus 1 night onboard the train, a tour transfer from Jasper to Banff, a shuttle transfer from Banff to Calgary Airport, and 2 lunches.
What is not included?
The evidence lists only 2 meals, both lunches, as included; other meals across the 7 days are not listed as included.
Which hotels are used?
Railbookers offers 18 accommodation options across tiers and cities rather than one fixed list of hotels. The sample evidence includes properties such as the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Hilton Vancouver Downtown, The Crimson in Jasper, and the Jasper Forest Park Hotel.
How much does it cost?
From 2,269 US dollars per person, about 324 US dollars per day, per the evidence.

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