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Vancouver to the Peaks

Vancouver to the Peaks, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Experience the wonders of the Canadian Rockies on this 10-day adventure aboard the legendary Rocky Mountaineer, travelling from Vancouver to Calgary through breathtaking mountains, lakes, and national parks.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Your adventure begins with a flight from the UK to Vancouver, the vibrant gateway to the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and settle in for a relaxing evening. Take some time to unwind or explore the city's lively waterfront, cafes, and shops at your leisure.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Spend your day discovering Vancouver with your included Vancouver Trolley hop-on, hop-off tour. Design your ideal sightseeing route, stopping at highlights like Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, and Chinatown.

  3. Day 3overnight: Vancouver

    Vancouver

    Full-day excursion to the charming city of Victoria via a 95-minute ferry ride across the Gulf Islands. Includes admission to Butchart Gardens and time to explore Victoria's Inner Harbour waterfront.

  4. Day 4overnight: Kamloops

    Rocky Mountaineer - Vancouver to Kamloops

    Board the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Class and travel through the Fraser Valley, past lush forests and river canyons, taking in the Coast and Cascade Mountains, with meals served onboard.

  5. Day 5overnight: Jasper

    Rocky Mountaineer - Kamloops to Jasper

    Continue aboard the Rocky Mountaineer through the heart of the Canadian Rockies into Alberta, passing Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, and Yellowhead Pass, arriving in Jasper for a two-night stay at the Chateau Jasper.

  6. Day 6overnight: Jasper

    Jasper

    Immersive "Explore Jasper" guided tour taking in Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake, and Athabasca Lookout, with free time to wander Jasper in the afternoon.

  7. Day 7overnight: Banff

    Banff

    Travel from Jasper to Banff for a two-night stay. Icefields Parkway and Rockies Discovery Tour, including the Glacier Skywalk suspended 918ft above the Sunwapta Valley and lunch at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre.

  8. Day 8overnight: Banff

    Banff

    Mountains, Lakes, and Waterfalls Tour from Banff taking in Lake Louise, Victoria Glacier, Moraine Lake, Takkakaw Falls, and Yoho National Park, with lunch included.

  9. Day 9overnight: Calgary

    Calgary

    Shuttle transfer to Calgary. Options to visit Fort Calgary, local museums, or the Calgary Tower for 360-degree views of the city.

  10. Day 10

    Return home

    Check out of your hotel and take a private transfer back to Calgary Airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

Included

  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Vancouver
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Jasper and Banff
  • Overnight hotel accommodation in Kamloops and Calgary
  • Flights from UK to Vancouver and return from Calgary
  • Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Jasper in SilverLeaf Class & private airport transfers
  • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Vancouver
  • Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour
  • Explore Jasper Tour and Mountains, Lakes & Waterfalls Tour
  • Icefields Parkway and Rockies Discovery Tour

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