Day 1 - Vancouver Arrival
When you arrive in this beautiful city, take some time to see its’ amazing sights including Stanley Park, Gastown, the Capilano Suspensions Bridge and the fantastic gondola ride to the top of Grouse Mountain.
Moderate: Overnight Hampton Inn (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Sheraton Wall Centre (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Sutton Place Hotel – Sutton room (or similar)
Day 2 - Whistler Mountaineer™ - Vancouver to Whistler
This morning you will be transferred from you Vancouver hotel to the Whistler Mountaineer™ for a 2-hour ride to the alpine resort city of Whistler, co-host for the 2010 Winter Olympics and one of North America’s top ski resorts. The train takes you on a breathtaking journey along the fjord-like shores of Howe Sound, through the scenic community of Squamish and through the rugged Cheakamus Canyon. The ski-hills on the twin peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains signal your arrival in this world-class resort. You will be transferred to your hotel after which you have the rest of the day to leisurely explore the shops, sights and attractions of Whistler.
Moderate: Overnight Delta Whistler Village Suites (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Westin Whistler – Junior Suite (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Whistler – Deluxe Slope side room (or similar)
Day 3 - Rocky Mountaineer® - Whistler to Quesnel
This morning board the Rocky Mountaineer® and begin and incredible trip that will take you through some of the most remote and scenic landscape in North America. From Whistler the train travels through the lush farmlands of the Pemberton Valley and then follows shores of glacier-fed Seton and Anderson Lakes. Later in the day the train slowly climbs out of the desert-like terrain of the Fraser Canyon, and travels across the Caribou Plateau with its rolling grasslands and vast cattle ranches. Late in the afternoon the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the mighty Fraser River into Quesnel, famous in the day of the Caribou Gold Rush and your resting spot for the night.
Moderate: RedLeaf Service®
Superior: GoldLeaf Service®
Deluxe: GoldLeaf Service®
Overnight in Quesnel (Hotel to be advised)
Day 4 - Rocky Mountaineer® - Quesnel to Jasper
Leaving Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer® continues along the path of the Fraser River, following the route taken by the fur traders over 200years ago. You will pass through vast forests on your way through the Rocky Mountain trench that runs parallel to the Rocky Mountains for over 900 miles. Soon the towering peak of Mt Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies comes into view. The train winds its way along the banks of Moose Lake and soon enters into Jasper National Park and the province of Alberta. As the end of the day approaches you will be greeted by the stunning peaks of Mt Edith Cavell and the rushing waters of the Athabasca River as the train arrives in the beautiful resort town of Jasper
Moderate: Overnight Lobstick Lodge (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Fairmont room (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Deluxe room (or similar)
Day 5 - Jasper Sightseeing
This is a day that you can relax and enjoy Jasper. You can take a Motorola tour in either the morning or the afternoon. The tour includes Pyramid, and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Lake and the Athabasca Lookout. You might also like to take an optional cruise to Maligne Lake or rafting trip down the Athabasca River.
Moderate: Overnight Lobstick Lodge (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Fairmont room (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Deluxe room (or similar)
Day 6 - Jasper to Lake Louise
Today enjoy the sights of one of the most scenic highways in the world as your travel to Lake Louise along the Icefields Parkway. After stopping at the Athabasca Falls you will continue to the summit pass and the massive Columbia Icefield. Ride on the exciting Icefield Explorer, a massive snocoach that will take you to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. After lunch at the Icefield Chalet (not included) your journey will take you through the Sunwapta River valley. Glaciers, azure blue lakes, spectacular mountains and raging rives surround you. After a stop at picturesque Bow Lake your journey for the day will end at magnificent Lake Louise, “Gem of the Rockies”.
Note: Expected operating dates of the Ice Explorer is April 15 – October 15. If the Ice Explorer is not operating it will be replaced with lunch at Simpson’s Num-Ti-Jah Lodge
Moderate: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – Fairmont room (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – Fairmont Lakeside room (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – Deluxe Lakeside room (or similar)
Day 7 - Lake Louise to Banff
A wonderful half-day of touring waits you as your travel into Yoho National Park. The Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and the natural rock bridge of the Kicking Horse River are among the many sights. Before you leave the Chateau Lake Louise you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll (Note: you will be required to vacate your room by 11:00 am) This afternoon enjoy s short trip along the beautiful Bow River to the resort town of Banff. The afternoon is free to enjoy this famous Alpine retreat.
OPTIONAL TOUR:
You may wish to replace the Yoho Park Tour and guided Lakeshore stroll with a Glacier Helicopter Tour with Ranch Lunch. A $219 CDN per person price supplement will apply.
Glacier Helicopter Tour with Ranch Lunch – Enjoy a 25-minute helicopter flight above the six glaciers of Mount Resolute, Mount Cline and the Whitegoat Peaks. You will also view a 270-metre (900-foot) waterfall, see some spectacular aqua-green high-alpine lakes and cross over a 2,700-metre (9,000-foot) mountain pass. A visit to a local ranch will provide ample time to discover the walking trails on-site and enjoy lunch at your leisure.
Moderate: Overnight Banff Caribou Lodge (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel – Fairmont room (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel – Deluxe room (or similar)
Day 8 - Banff Tour including Sulphur Mountain Gondola / Transfer to Calgary
The delights of Banff unfold on your morning sightseeing tour. The highlights of the tour include a trip to the top of 7500 ft Sulphur Mt, the Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka and the Hoodoos. This afternoon depart for the bustling City of Calgary, home of the world-famous Calgary Stampede and fasted growing city in Canada
Moderate: Overnight International Hotel (or similar)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Palliser Hotel – Fairmont room (or similar)
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Palliser Hotel – Junior Suite (or similar)
Day 9 - Calgary Departure
Too soon your vacation ends with your check-out from your Calgary hotel.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 8 nights accommodation, room tax and mandatory service charges
- Whistler Mountaineer ™ from Whistler to Vancouver including a light snack (Moderate: Coast Classic Class / Superior & Deluxe: Glacier Dome Class)
- Rocky Mountaineer® 2 day rail tour from Whistler to Jasper including 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and snacks onboard train (GoldLeaf Service® includes dinner at Quesnel hotel)
- Exclusive Attractions Pass
- Jasper Tour
- Jasper to Lake Louise Tour including Ice Explorer
- Guided Lakeshore stroll at Chateau Lake Louise
- Yoho Park Tour – Lake Louise to Banff
- Banff Tour including Banff Gondola
- Transfer to Calgary
- Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops & Jasper
- National Park Pass
- Luggage handling
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Transfer from Vancouver Airport
- Transfer to Calgary Airport
- Meals not listed as included
- Activities not listed as included
- Optional tours
- Gratuities
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist at Exclusively Canada.