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Journey through the Clouds Discovery Banff

Rocky Mountaineer rail journey through Canadian Rockies, Vancouver to Calgary

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Journey through the Clouds Discovery Banff is a nine-day rail vacation operated by Rocky Mountaineer, one of North America's premier scenic train companies. The trip departs from Vancouver and concludes in Calgary (or the reverse), with overnight stays in the mountain towns of Banff and Jasper. Guests begin with two unscheduled days in Vancouver, where the city's waterfront, neighborhoods, and nearby islands are yours to explore at your own pace. Rocky Mountaineer then carries you eastward through the Canadian Rockies. The itinerary includes a day sightseeing at the Columbia Icefield, where you will ride the Ice Explorer and visit the Glacier Skywalk. Accommodation throughout is at five-star Fairmont properties. The trip suits luxury-seeking travellers and repeat rail enthusiasts who value premium comfort and curated mountain experiences over a fully guided schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes only the first two days of the itinerary in this package description; confirm the full day-by-day schedule for Kamloops, Jasper, and Banff with Rocky Mountaineer before booking
  • The price shown is per person with double occupancy; single-occupancy rates are not provided in the evidence

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver at leisure

    Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic coastal city on your own. That could be discovering Stanley Park, taking a small ferry to Granville Island, or much more.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver at leisure

    Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanley Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Rocky Mountaineer operates the rail portion between Vancouver and Calgary with a choice of GoldLeaf or SilverLeaf class service.
Which hotels are included?
The package includes stays at Fairmont properties: Fairmont Pacific Rim or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver (2 nights each), with additional nights in Banff and Jasper, though specific hotel names for those stops are not listed in the available information.
How long is the trip?
Nine days and eight nights, with options to start in Vancouver or Calgary.
What activities are included?
Day sightseeing at the Columbia Icefield with Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk experiences. Two days in Vancouver are unscheduled, allowing you to arrange activities independently.
What is the starting price?
From CAD 5,353.95 per person (approximately USD 3,770) based on double occupancy.

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