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Marvellous Escapes · Tailor-made rail holiday

Vancouver to the Peaks

10-day Canadian Rockies rail journey from Vancouver to Calgary on Rocky Mountaineer

Illustration of Vancouver to the Peaks

Marvellous Escapes operates this 10-day journey through the Canadian Rockies, beginning with three days in Vancouver to explore the city and take a day trip to Victoria and Butchart Gardens. On Day 4, you board the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Class for two days of scenic rail travel from Vancouver through Kamloops to Jasper, watching the Fraser Valley, river canyons, and mountain passes unfold. After two nights in Jasper with a guided tour of Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake, you travel to Banff for two days of excursions to the Glacier Skywalk, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Takkakaw Falls. The trip concludes with a transfer to Calgary and an overnight flight home. Included are flights from the UK, all hotel stays, the Rocky Mountaineer journey, and all listed sightseeing tours. This trip suits couples and repeat rail travellers seeking a mix of train travel, national parks, and guided mountain exploration, with accommodation in established hotels and meals on board and during tours.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price includes flights from the UK, but confirm current departure dates directly with Marvellous Escapes; no departure schedule is listed in the operator's published information.
  • Tailor-made trips may involve variations in hotel selection or tour itinerary; confirm final accommodation and activity details when booking.

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.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3Full-day excursion to Victoria via 95-minute ferry across the Gulf Islands, including admission to Butchart Gardens and Inner Harbour exploration.
  • Day 4Board the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Class; travel through the Fraser Valley and past the Coast and Cascade Mountains with onboard meals.
  • Day 5Continue aboard the Rocky Mountaineer past Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, and Yellowhead Pass to Jasper.
  • Day 7Icefields Parkway and Rockies Discovery Tour from Banff, featuring the Glacier Skywalk 918 feet above the Sunwapta Valley and lunch at Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre.
  • Day 8Mountains, Lakes, and Waterfalls Tour from Banff visiting Lake Louise, Victoria Glacier, Moraine Lake, Takkakaw Falls, and Yoho National Park with lunch.

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

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Jasper in SilverLeaf Class with onboard meals. Ground transfers and other journeys are by coach or flight.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is escorted. Marvellous Escapes includes guided sightseeing tours in Vancouver, Victoria, Jasper, and Banff, plus a hop-on, hop-off tour option in Vancouver.
What hotels are included?
The package includes 3 nights in Vancouver, 1 night in Kamloops, 2 nights at Chateau Jasper, 2 nights in Banff, and 1 night in Calgary. All accommodations and flights from the UK are included in the price.
How much walking is involved?
The tours include moderate walking at multiple stops: Vancouver sightseeing, Butchart Gardens, Maligne Canyon, Glacier Skywalk platform, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Takkakaw Falls. No high-altitude or strenuous hikes are required.
What is the total cost?
From GBP 4,399 per person (approximately USD 5,875). This includes flights, rail travel, hotels, and sightseeing tours.

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