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Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer featuring Lake Louise

Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer featuring Lake Louise, a rail journey with Vacations By Rail

From Vancouver to Lake Louise and Banff National Park, immerse yourself in the beauty of Western Canada on this journey featuring the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Arriving in Vancouver

    Western Canada is filled with contrasts, with cultural cities surrounded by unending nature, and it is yours to behold as your vacation begins today in Vancouver. As you arrive, make your way to your conveniently located hotel to check in for the first of two nights.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vancouver

    A day to explore Vancouver

    The "City of Glass" is filled with incredible architecture, fascinating neighborhoods and sprawling ocean views. A full free day, with optional excursions available at a supplement (Granville Island Foodie Tour, Victoria Day Trip, Whale Watching Tour, City Sightseeing Tour).

  3. Day 3railovernight: Kamloops

    To Kamloops on Rocky Mountaineer

    An included transfer takes you to Vancouver's railway station to board Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Service (GoldLeaf upgrade available at a supplement), traveling east through the Coastal Mountains and Fraser Canyon to Kamloops.

  4. Day 4overnight: Lake Louise

    Into the Canadian Rockies to Lake Louise

    Board Rocky Mountaineer and continue into Banff National Park to Lake Louise, passing Craigellachie, Rogers Pass and the Spiral Tunnels, arriving at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for the first of two nights.

  5. Day 5overnight: Lake Louise

    A day aside beautiful Lake Louise

    A full day at leisure in Lake Louise, with hiking trails, canoe rentals in summer, the Chateau spa, or optional excursions (Lake Louise Gondola, Afternoon Tea at Chateau Lake Louise, Heli Tour Above the Rockies).

  6. Day 6overnight: Banff

    Beautiful views en route to Banff

    An included transfer takes you from Lake Louise to Banff along the Trans-Canada Highway, checking in for the next two nights. Optional Evening Wildlife Safari available.

  7. Day 7overnight: Banff

    Exploring Banff National Park

    A full-day sightseeing tour of Banff National Park with lunch, including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, a cruise on Lake Minnewanka, and the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain (or an optional half-day Banff discovery tour without lunch).

  8. Day 8

    Tour conclusion

    Your vacation comes to a close upon checking out of your hotel in Banff. An included transfer is available to Calgary and accommodates flights departing after 11:00 AM.

Included

  • 4-5* Accommodation
  • Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks
  • Choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer
  • 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches
  • All guided tours and excursions

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