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Pacific Northwest & Canadian Rockies Adventure

Pacific Northwest & Canadian Rockies Adventure, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Discover the best of the Pacific Northwest and the Canadian Rockies on this spectacular rail journey from Seattle to Calgary.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Seattle

    Seattle

    Fly from the UK to Seattle, where you'll transfer to your downtown hotel. Take time to settle in and enjoy an evening stroll through this vibrant waterfront city.

  2. Day 2overnight: Seattle

    Seattle

    Spend the day exploring Seattle at your leisure. Visit the famous Pike Place Market, enjoy views from the Space Needle, or take a relaxing waterfront cruise on Elliott Bay.

  3. Day 3overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Travel north aboard Amtrak through the scenic Pacific Northwest, arriving in Vancouver. On arrival, activate your 48-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass to begin exploring at your own pace.

  4. Day 4overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Continue discovering Vancouver's highlights with your Hop-On Hop-Off pass, from Stanley Park and Granville Island to the historic Gastown district.

  5. Day 5overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Enjoy a full-day excursion to Victoria, British Columbia's charming capital. Travel by coach and ferry, and visit the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, filled with vibrant floral displays and manicured landscapes.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Onboard VIA Rail

    The Canadian: Vancouver to Jasper

    Board VIA Rail's The Canadian for an unforgettable overnight journey through the Canadian Rockies. Settle into your comfortable sleeper cabin and watch as the scenery transforms from coastal forests to towering mountain peaks.

  7. Day 7overnight: Jasper

    Jasper

    Arrive in the alpine town of Jasper, surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the charming town centre or stroll along tranquil lakeshores.

  8. Day 8overnight: Jasper

    Jasper

    Embark on a guided tour to Maligne Lake, one of the most picturesque spots in the Rockies. Take a scenic cruise to Spirit Island, surrounded by snow-dusted peaks and turquoise waters.

  9. Day 9overnight: Banff

    Banff

    Travel along the legendary Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic drives in the world. Stop at the Columbia Icefield, where you can step onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Continue to Banff, your base in the heart of the Rockies.

  10. Day 10overnight: Banff

    Banff

    Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views over the Rockies. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, explore Banff Avenue's boutique shops, or relax in the Upper Hot Springs.

  11. Day 11overnight: Calgary

    Calgary

    Take a scenic coach transfer from Banff to Calgary, Alberta's lively cowboy city. Spend the evening discovering the city's restaurants or enjoy a final sunset over the skyline.

  12. Day 12rail

    Return home

    Transfer to Calgary Airport for your return overnight flight to the UK, bringing your unforgettable Canadian rail adventure to an end.

  13. Day 13rail

    Return home

    Transfer to Calgary Airport for your return overnight flight to the UK, bringing your unforgettable Canadian rail adventure to an end.

Included

  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Seattle, Jasper and Banff
  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Vancouver
  • Overnight accommodation aboard VIA Rail with meals included
  • Overnight hotel accommodation in Calgary
  • Flights from UK to Seattle and return from Calgary
  • Seattle to Vancouver aboard Amtrak
  • VIA Rail The Canadian from Vancouver to Jasper
  • Hop-on, hop-off bus tour in Vancouver
  • Explore Jasper Tour with Maligne Cruise
  • Icefields Parkway and Rockies Discovery Tour from Jasper to Banff
  • Victoria day trip

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