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7 DAY CANADIAN ROCKIES CIRCLE RAIL ENTHUSIAST ON LUXURY RAIL AND VIA RAIL
DISCOVER THE CANADIAN ROCKIES ICONIC RAIL JOURNEYS
Enjoy this week long rail circle tour through the Rockies. Enjoy both VIA Rail and Luxury rail journeys as well as an adventure through the highlights of Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff.
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Start Location: Vancouver
End Location: Vancouver
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- VIA Rail journey through the Rockies from Vancouver to Jasper
- Explore the Maligne Valley including Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake, Maligne Lake with Maligne Lake Boat Cruise
- Travel the famous Icefields Parkway with with Ice Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience
- View the spectacular Lake Louise
- Banff sightseeing including evening wildlife safari and Banff Gondola
- Luxury rail journey through the Rockies from Banff to Vancouver
SAMPLE ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1 & 2: Vancouver - Jasper overnight onboard the classic VIA Rail
Day 1 & 2: Vancouver – Jasper overnight onboard the classic VIA Rail Travelling in sleeper class, by day you will sit back in comfortable armchairs, at night attendants will transform your quarters into cozy bunks or a private bedroom. You will have access to the Park Car which offers a lounge atmosphere and the Dome Car for 180 degree panoramic windows for spectacular viewing. Gourmet meals are included in the dining room while travelling in Sleeper Class.Via Rail travels through the Rockies during the daylight allowing you to enjoy the magnificent views of the mighty peaks, beautiful glaciers and the abundance of wildlife.
Day 3: Jasper sightseeing
This morning join a local guide for an interpretive tour of the Maligne Valley. The tour will include a stop at Maligne Canyon for a guided walk above the gorge, Medicine Lake and then Maligne Lake where you can either take the boat cruise to Spirit Island or enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper – Lake Louise
Travel the famous Icefields Parkway, which links Jasper and Banff National Parks along one of Canada’s highest mountain roadways. Climbing from the low valleys to nearly the tree line, experience three life zones, the montane, the subalpine and the alpine. Along the way stop at major viewpoints including Athabasca Falls and the Columbia Icefield for an Ice-Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience. Overnight at the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’ the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, surrounded by snow capped mountains and overlooking the postcard perfect Lake Louise and Victoria Glacier.
Overnight: Lake Louise
Day 5: Lake Louise – Banff and Banff sightseeing
Today take a morning transfer to Banff and explore Banff with passes to the Banff Gondola. The town of Banff, nestled high in the Canadian Rockies is located within Banff National Park. Once “Siding 29” on the Canadian Pacific Railway, the town of Banff was intended to be a tourist town from its very inception. The park’s first superintendent, George Stewart, even oriented the town’s first street so that it offered the best possible view of Cascade Mountain. With easy access to pristine wilderness, outdoor adventures, jaw-dropping landscape, and a vibrant history, there are many places to visit in Banff and Lake Louise. This evening you'll enjoy an evening wildlife safari to seek out Rocky Mountain creatures such as elk, big horn sheep and maybe even local a grizzly bear or black bear while learning about how the Parks Canada protect these animals in their natural habitat from the many threats to the ecosystem.
Overnight: Banff
Day 6: Banff – Kamloops onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the BC Interior. Enjoy the spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior. Today’s highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven.
Overnight: Kamloops
Day 7: Kamloops – Vancouver onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Your journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon.
DATES & PRICES
Availability:
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
ACCOMMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Experience Vancouver
Vancouver
Vancouver
$4,000 USD
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Experience on select April and October departure - Contact for details
Vancouver
Vancouver
$4,000 USD
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy.
Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy.
Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 5 nights hotel accommodation
- Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Vancouver in Silverleaf (2 day journey)
- Via Rail service from Vancouver to Jasper (night on board the train)
- Meals included on the train
- Sightseeing and attractions as indicated
EXCLUSIONS
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Taxes as applicable
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Why Take A Custom Tour?
Private & Customizable
You can see what you want, when you want, how you want. A trip that's perfectly timed and well organized.
Unique Experience
Experiences that help you take in the region in a different way. Can combine your trip with our group tours. Advice to help you get the most out of your trip.
Freedom to Explore
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You can see what you want, when you want, how you want.
Unique Experiences
Experiences that help you take in the region in a different way.
Freedom To Explore
Time to take in each place with only the tours you want to do.
Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking airport transfers for you! Some tours have airport transfers included already. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking additional nights of accommodation for you before and/or after your fully escorted tour! Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking flights?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking your flights for you! We do not recommend you book any flights until you receive your booking confirmation directly from Anderson Vacations Tours, as some tours are not pre-guaranteed. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire about this option, as pricing may also vary and it will be subject to availability.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Anderson Vacations Tours can work with private groups to customize a tour to your needs. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Tour Questions
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+
I am a solo traveler. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo Travelers can choose to pay the single supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share, we also have a Twin Share option that is offered for the majority of our tours. This means you will be sharing the hotel rooms with another single, same gender traveller who also books the Twin Share option. If this is the case, there will be no single supplement charged to either of you. If we are unable to match you with another Twin Share traveler, there may be a single surcharge applied to cover the full cost of the rooms on some of our longer tours. Please enquire before finalizing your booking for full details.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
This tour has a low level of physical demand, although there may be some activities or sightseeing tours that require walking short distances. Please inquire if you have any mobility restrictions before completing your booking to ensure this tour is right for you.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for this suitcase is 32 kilograms/60 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages. Please advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of the coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations Tours guidelines.
What is your recommended spending amount for non-included meals?
The suggested allowance for non-included meals is $40.00 — $60.00 CAD per day (includes tipping).
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes! There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices and arrangements made for you.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For your convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals stated on the itinerary are included in the price of the tour. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 15-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Motorcoach Driver and Tour Director are left to your discretion. We recommend $4.00 - $5.00 CAD per person, per day for your Motorcoach Driver and $6.00 - $7.00 CAD per person, per day for your Tour Director. if you can't find your
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7 Day Canadian Rockies Circle Rail Enthusiast on Luxury Rail and Via Rail
7 days
Created On: 20 Jan 2025
Highlights
- VIA Rail journey through the Rockies from Vancouver to Jasper
- Explore the Maligne Valley including Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake, Maligne Lake with Maligne Lake Boat Cruise
- Travel the famous Icefields Parkway with with Ice Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience
- View the spectacular Lake Louise
- Banff sightseeing including evening wildlife safari and Banff Gondola
- Luxury rail journey through the Rockies from Banff to Vancouver
Inclusions
- 5 nights hotel accommodation
- Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Vancouver in Silverleaf (2 day journey)
- Via Rail service from Vancouver to Jasper (night on board the train)
- Meals included on the train
- Sightseeing and attractions as indicated
Exclusions
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Taxes as applicable
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Dates & Prices
ACCOMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Experience Vancouver
Vancouver
Vancouver
$4,000 USD
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Experience on select April and October departure - Contact for details
Vancouver
Vancouver
$4,000 USD
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
* Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy.
* Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy.
Itinerary
Day 1 & 2: Vancouver - Jasper overnight onboard the classic VIA Rail
Day 1 & 2: Vancouver – Jasper overnight onboard the classic VIA Rail Travelling in sleeper class, by day you will sit back in comfortable armchairs, at night attendants will transform your quarters into cozy bunks or a private bedroom. You will have access to the Park Car which offers a lounge atmosphere and the Dome Car for 180 degree panoramic windows for spectacular viewing. Gourmet meals are included in the dining room while travelling in Sleeper Class.Via Rail travels through the Rockies during the daylight allowing you to enjoy the magnificent views of the mighty peaks, beautiful glaciers and the abundance of wildlife.
Day 3: Jasper sightseeing
This morning join a local guide for an interpretive tour of the Maligne Valley. The tour will include a stop at Maligne Canyon for a guided walk above the gorge, Medicine Lake and then Maligne Lake where you can either take the boat cruise to Spirit Island or enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper – Lake Louise
Travel the famous Icefields Parkway, which links Jasper and Banff National Parks along one of Canada’s highest mountain roadways. Climbing from the low valleys to nearly the tree line, experience three life zones, the montane, the subalpine and the alpine. Along the way stop at major viewpoints including Athabasca Falls and the Columbia Icefield for an Ice-Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience. Overnight at the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’ the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, surrounded by snow capped mountains and overlooking the postcard perfect Lake Louise and Victoria Glacier.
Overnight: Lake Louise
Day 5: Lake Louise – Banff and Banff sightseeing
Today take a morning transfer to Banff and explore Banff with passes to the Banff Gondola. The town of Banff, nestled high in the Canadian Rockies is located within Banff National Park. Once “Siding 29” on the Canadian Pacific Railway, the town of Banff was intended to be a tourist town from its very inception. The park’s first superintendent, George Stewart, even oriented the town’s first street so that it offered the best possible view of Cascade Mountain. With easy access to pristine wilderness, outdoor adventures, jaw-dropping landscape, and a vibrant history, there are many places to visit in Banff and Lake Louise. This evening you'll enjoy an evening wildlife safari to seek out Rocky Mountain creatures such as elk, big horn sheep and maybe even local a grizzly bear or black bear while learning about how the Parks Canada protect these animals in their natural habitat from the many threats to the ecosystem.
Overnight: Banff
Day 6: Banff – Kamloops onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the BC Interior. Enjoy the spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior. Today’s highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven.
Overnight: Kamloops
Day 7: Kamloops – Vancouver onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Your journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon.
