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Journey through the Clouds Grand Adventure

Canadian Rockies rail loop from Vancouver to Calgary on Rocky Mountaineer

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Journey through the Clouds Grand Adventure is an 11-day rail package operated by Rocky Mountaineer, starting in Vancouver or Calgary and looping through the Canadian Rockies. You stay in Fairmont five-star hotels and travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer trains in either SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf cabins, with stops in Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff. The first two days in Vancouver are yours to spend freely, exploring Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown, or the Seawall. The remaining days combine rail travel with included experiences: a tour of Jasper National Park, access to the Columbia Icefields, and a ride on the Banff Gondola. The pace is relaxed, with multiple nights in each destination. This trip suits luxury seekers, couples looking for a blend of structure and freedom, and independent travellers who value both guided highlights and unscheduled time.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes only two days of the 11-day itinerary; confirm the rail routing and daily activities with Rocky Mountaineer before booking.
  • Rail fare is included, but motorcoach segments are used between some destinations; the full day-by-day transport sequence is not detailed in the published itinerary.
  • Accommodation is at Fairmont hotels, which may vary by gateway and availability; the package specifies Fairmont Pacific Rim or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver in Vancouver, with other Fairmont properties in the mountain towns.

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 in the price?
Yes. Rocky Mountaineer rail transport is included. You choose between SilverLeaf Standard and GoldLeaf (Standard, Superior, or Premier) service classes.
Which hotels are included?
Fairmont properties in Vancouver (Fairmont Pacific Rim or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for 2 nights), and Fairmont-branded accommodations in Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff. Exact properties depend on your service tier and availability.
How much of the trip is self-guided?
Days 1 and 2 in Vancouver are leisure time with no guided activities. Other days include a Jasper National Park tour, Columbia Icefields access, and the Banff Gondola experience.
What is the starting price in US dollars?
From USD 4,284 per person in SilverLeaf Standard, approximately USD 389 per day.
Can I start in Calgary instead of Vancouver?
Yes. The itinerary is available eastbound (Vancouver to Calgary) or westbound (Calgary to Vancouver).

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