How much does it cost?

From £4,020 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $5,430 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is the Rocky Mountaineer train travel included?

Yes, Great Rail Journeys includes two full days aboard Rocky Mountaineer in Silverleaf class, from Vancouver to Kamloops on Day 3 and Kamloops to Lake Louise on Day 4. Gold Leaf class is available at a supplementary cost.

Is this tour guided or independent?

Great Rail Journeys operates this as an independent tour. You have free time in Vancouver (Days 1-2), Lake Louise (Days 5-6 morning), and Banff (Day 7), plus a guided sightseeing tour of Banff on Day 8 and a guided coach excursion to Yoho National Park on Day 6.

What are the starting and ending points?

The journey begins and ends in London Heathrow. You fly to Vancouver on Day 1 and depart from Calgary on Day 9, returning to London on Day 10.

Great Rail Journeys · Independent rail holiday

Rocky Mountaineer: Banff and Lake Louise

Vancouver to Calgary through Canadian Rockies on Rocky Mountaineer train

Great Rail Journeys operates this 10-day independent journey from London through western Canada, featuring two days aboard Rocky Mountaineer, the country's premier scenic train. The trip spans from Vancouver's coast through the Canadian Rockies to Banff, with stays in Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in North America. You begin with two free days exploring Vancouver, its Gastown district, Stanley Park, and Chinatown at your own pace. Days 3 and 4 are devoted to Rocky Mountaineer, travelling through British Columbia's lush green forests and into the Rockies in glass-domed cars; Day 4 passes Craigellachie, mountain passes, and tunnels before arriving in Lake Louise. Two nights follow at Lake Louise, with a day of leisure and a guided coach excursion to Yoho National Park featuring Emerald Lake and Kicking Horse River. In Banff, a sightseeing tour includes Bow Falls and the Banff Gondola, with another day free to explore the town independently. This package suits independent travellers, repeat rail passengers, and those seeking a mix of scenic train travel and self-guided exploration of mountain resort towns.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has risen £220 since 4 Jul, to £4,020.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 3 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

Hotel accommodation in Lake Louise and Banff is offered as options: the final property depends on your tier choice and availability when you book.
Meals are bed-and-breakfast only; lunch and dinner are not included and must be arranged independently.
Some days, such as Days 2, 5, and 7, are entirely unguided; you plan your own activities in Vancouver, Lake Louise, and Banff.

Day by day

Day 1overnight: Vancouver
Arrival in Vancouver
A flight from London Heathrow to Vancouver, with a transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day free to explore independently, perhaps visiting Gastown.
Day 2overnight: Vancouver
Discovering Vancouver
A free day to explore Vancouver at your own pace, with suggestions including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Granville Island, Grouse Mountain or the Capilano Suspension Bridge.
Day 3overnight: Kamloops
The iconic Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops
The first of two daylight-only Rocky Mountaineer journeys, travelling from Vancouver through British Columbia's forests and valleys to Kamloops.
Day 4overnight: Lake Louise
Through the Canadian Rockies to Lake Louise
The second Rocky Mountaineer journey, east into Alberta and the Canadian Rockies, passing Craigellachie, Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon and the Spiral Tunnels, ending in Lake Louise.
Day 5overnight: Lake Louise
A day to explore Lake Louise
A free day to relax or book independent activities in Lake Louise, including views of the turquoise lake or canoeing.
Day 6overnight: Banff
Through Yoho National Park to Banff
A free morning in Lake Louise, then a coach trip into Yoho National Park to see Emerald Lake and the natural rock bridge over Kicking Horse River, before transferring to Banff. Note: departure from the Fairmont Château Lake Louise is around 2pm though standard checkout is 12pm; luggage is stored and hotel amenities remain available until departure.
Day 7overnight: Banff
Exploring Banff independently
A free day in Banff, with optional local excursions (payable locally) including Lake Minnewanka, or an evening visit to Banff's hot springs.
Day 8overnight: Calgary
Sightseeing in Banff and travelling to Calgary
A sightseeing tour of Banff including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Banff Gondola (included), before transferring to Calgary.
Day 9
Homeward bound
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back to London Heathrow.
Day 10
Landing in London
Your independent journey ends as you land at London Heathrow.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 3Board Rocky Mountaineer in Vancouver and travel through lush British Columbia forests and dramatic valleys in glass-domed cars with panoramic views.
Day 4Second day on Rocky Mountaineer: the train climbs into the Canadian Rockies, passing Craigellachie, ranch lands, rocky lakeshores, high mountain passes, and remarkable tunnels en route to Lake Louise.
Day 5Spend a full day at Lake Louise exploring the vivid turquoise waters and soaring peaks of this famous site in Banff National Park.
Day 8Banff sightseeing tour includes Bow Falls and Surprise Corner, followed by the Banff Gondola for bird's-eye views of six Canadian Rockies mountain ranges.

Included

8 nights in hotels on a Bed & Breakfast basis
2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer train in SilverLeaf class (GoldLeaf upgrade available at supplementary cost)
Flights from London Heathrow to Vancouver, Calgary to London Heathrow
Sightseeing tour of Banff including Banff Gondola
Excursion to the spectacular Yoho National Park

Not included

Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £4,020 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $5,430 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is the Rocky Mountaineer train travel included?: Yes, Great Rail Journeys includes two full days aboard Rocky Mountaineer in Silverleaf class, from Vancouver to Kamloops on Day 3 and Kamloops to Lake Louise on Day 4. Gold Leaf class is available at a supplementary cost.
Is this tour guided or independent?: Great Rail Journeys operates this as an independent tour. You have free time in Vancouver (Days 1-2), Lake Louise (Days 5-6 morning), and Banff (Day 7), plus a guided sightseeing tour of Banff on Day 8 and a guided coach excursion to Yoho National Park on Day 6.
What are the starting and ending points?: The journey begins and ends in London Heathrow. You fly to Vancouver on Day 1 and depart from Calgary on Day 9, returning to London on Day 10.