Embark on this 6-day Canada vacation from Banff to Vancouver aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf service, one of the world’s most science rail journeys. Begin your journey in Banff, staying at the iconic Banff Springs Hotel, where you’ll enjoy two days amidst the stunning Banff National Park and its breathtaking alpine scenery. Continue to Kamploops as you sit back and relax in luxury, winding through the majestic Canadian Rockies, savouring gourmet meals and stunning views. Arrive in the vibrant coastal city of Vancouver, where you’ll wander through the lush Stanley Park, explore the bustling waterfront, and visit unique and lively neighbourhoods. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the stunning Capilano Suspension Bridge before departing on day six.
Itinerary Details
Banff to Vancouver First Passage to the West
Calgary Airport to Banff
Meal Plan: Room Only
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world-famous Fairmont Banff Springs is a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to guests since 1888. Unrivaled among Banff luxury hotels, our year-round mountain resort offers a 27-hole championship golf course during the summer, exceptional skiing in the winter, an award-winning spa, and several distinctive dining experiences.
Banff to Kamloops
Get ready for an enchanting journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Banff or Lake Louise to Kamloops, in British Columbia's heartland. Traverse a breathtaking landscape of glacier-draped peaks, awesome mountain passes, and remarkable tunnels, alongside rocky lakeshores and sprawling ranchlands. Highlights include the revered Continental Divide, the mesmerizing Spiral Tunnels, dramatic Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Enjoy moderate-standard accommodation in Kamloops, with breakfast and lunch included onboard.
Overnight Kamloops.
Breakfast, Lunch
Kamloops to Vancouver
Continue your westward journey towards the gleaming Pacific and the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. Prepare for another day of awe-inspiring vistas, as the landscape morphs from the arid interior to winding river canyons and unspoiled forests, culminating in the majestic Coast and Cascade ranges and the verdant expanse of the Fraser River Valley. Thrill to the sight of steep slopes and rugged rock sheds lining the Thompson River and feel the exhilaration of the rushing waters at Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail adventure concludes upon your arrival in Vancouver this evening. Breakfast and Lunch included.
Breakfast, Lunch
Meal Plan: Room Only
Surrounded by the coastal mountains, the harbour, and lush city parks, The Fairmont Waterfront offers fabulous accommodations, impeccable service, magnificent views, and a convenient location. Located directly across the street from Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, hotel has spectacular views of Vancouver's harbour and North Shore Mountains. Historic Gastown, Stanley Park, fine dining, and fantastic shopping are all within walking distance.
Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park
Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport
Departures
Monday & Friday: April & October
Monday, Tuesday & Friday: May to September
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