8 DAYS RAINFOREST AND PEAKS CIRCLE RAIL JOURNEY
JASPER, BANFF AND LAKE LOUISE WITH LUXURY RAIL TO/FROM VANCOUVER
Explore the very best of Jasper and Banff national parks as well as two epic luxury rail journeys through the Rockies.
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Start Location: Vancouver
End Location: Vancouver
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- Luxury rail journey from Vancouver through Whistler and Quesnel to Jasper
- Explore Whistler village
- Explore Jasper National Park including the Maligne Valley, Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and Maligne lake with a boat cruise to spirit island.
- Jasper to Lake Louise on the Icefields Parkway with an Ice Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience.
- View the majestic Lake Louise
- Banff sightseeing include the Banff Gondola and evening wildlife safari
- Luxury rail journey from Banff back to Vancouver through the Canadian Rockies
SAMPLE ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1: Vancouver to Whistler onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Following your shuttle transfer from downtown Vancouver, the Rocky Mountaineer will take you through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor to the resort town of Whistler. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi, and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore Whistler village.
Overnight: Whistler
Day 2: Whistler to Quesnel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo region. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley, through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Day 3: Quesnel to Jasper onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing
This morning join a local guide for an interpretive tour up 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 5: 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 6: Lake Louise – Banff and Banff Sightseeing
Today take a morning transfer to Banff and explore Banff with passes to the Banff Gondola. Nestled high in the Canadian Rockies, the town of Banff is located within the 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 7: Banff – Kamloops onboard 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 8: Kamloops – Vancouver onboard 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
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ACCOMMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Rail Experience
Vancouver
Vancouver
$5,460 USD
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf Rail Experience
Vancouver
Vancouver
$7,000 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 and special is subject to change.
Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy and special is subject to change.
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
- 7 nights of hotel accommodation in selected hotels
- Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf 3 day experience from Vancouver to Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf 2 day experience from Banff to Vancouver
- Meals included on board the train
- Shuttle transfer from Lake Louise to Banff
- Sightseeing and activities as highlighted
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
Time to enjoy and take in each place. Add days in places you want to explore. Do only the activities you want to do.
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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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8RPCR
8 Days Rainforest and Peaks Circle Rail Journey
8 days
Created On: 21 Nov 2024
Highlights
- Luxury rail journey from Vancouver through Whistler and Quesnel to Jasper
- Explore Whistler village
- Explore Jasper National Park including the Maligne Valley, Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and Maligne lake with a boat cruise to spirit island.
- Jasper to Lake Louise on the Icefields Parkway with an Ice Explorer ride and Glacier Skywalk experience.
- View the majestic Lake Louise
- Banff sightseeing include the Banff Gondola and evening wildlife safari
- Luxury rail journey from Banff back to Vancouver through the Canadian Rockies
Inclusions
- 7 nights of hotel accommodation in selected hotels
- Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf 3 day experience from Vancouver to Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf 2 day experience from Banff to Vancouver
- Meals included on board the train
- Shuttle transfer from Lake Louise to Banff
- Sightseeing and activities as highlighted
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 Rail Experience
Vancouver
Vancouver
$5,460 USD
Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf Rail Experience
Vancouver
Vancouver
$7,000 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 and special is subject to change.
* Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy and special is subject to change.
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver to Whistler onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Following your shuttle transfer from downtown Vancouver, the Rocky Mountaineer will take you through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor to the resort town of Whistler. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi, and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore Whistler village.
Overnight: Whistler
Day 2: Whistler to Quesnel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo region. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley, through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Day 3: Quesnel to Jasper onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing
This morning join a local guide for an interpretive tour up 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 5: 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 6: Lake Louise – Banff and Banff Sightseeing
Today take a morning transfer to Banff and explore Banff with passes to the Banff Gondola. Nestled high in the Canadian Rockies, the town of Banff is located within the 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 7: Banff – Kamloops onboard 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 8: Kamloops – Vancouver onboard 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.
