Canadian Rockies at Leisure plus Rocky Mountaineer

Day 1

Fly to Calgary

Arrive in Calgary and transfer independently to your hotel, enjoying an evening exploring Cowboy town. Head to pedestrianised Stephen Avenue for a great choice of restaurants and bars.

Classic Hotel – Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown / Ramada Hotel Downtown Calgary / Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA
Superior Hotel – Calgary Marriott Hotel / The Westin*
Deluxe Hotel - Fairmont Palliser / Hotel Le Germain Calgary

*2025 Superior Hotel – Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown/ Hotel Arts / Westley Calgary Downtown

Day 2

Calgary to Banff

Pick up a coach transfer this morning and travel west towards the Rocky Mountains. Upon arrival into Banff you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore this charming town.

Classic Hotel (2 nights) – Banff Inn / Charltons Banff / Irwin's Mountain Inn
Superior Hotel (2 nights) – Royal Canadian Lodge / Buffalo Mountain Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Deluxe Hotel (2 nights) – Fairmont Banff Springs / Rimrock Resort Hotel / Moose Hotel & Suites

Day 3

Banff

You have today free to choose from several different excursions to experience the Banff National Park. Here are a couple of options:

Explore Banff including the Banff Gondola (5.5 hours), a journey through the highlights of the national park including a trip on the gondola ascending Sulphur Mountain to admire the spectacular views of the Rockies. Or an unforgettable cruise on beautiful Lake Minnewanka (1 hour).

Helicopter Flightseeing - enjoy a birds eye view of the Rockies: Option 1 Mount Assiniboine Helicopter Tour (30 minutes) or Option 2 Three Sisters Peak Tour (20 minutes)

There are also several other options such as a guided horseback ride, evening wildlife safari. Or you could enjoy golf or a spa session at the Fairmont Banff Springs.

Day 4

Banff to Lake Louise

After check-out, join the Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls Tour departing Banff and ending at Lake Louise, and taking the full day. Enjoy the wonderful sights of the Banff and Yoho National Parks, Moraine Lake, Takakaw Falls, Kicking Horse Pass, Valley of the Ten Peaks and Spiral Tunnels. On arrival at Lake Louise, you’ll check into the majestic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Classic Hotel (2 nights) – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Fairmont room) / Post Hotel and Spa
Superior Hotel (2 nights) - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Deluxe Mount Temple room) / Post Hotel and Spa
Deluxe Hotel (2 nights) - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Deluxe Lakeview room) / Post Hotel and Spa

Day 5

Lake Louise

Enjoy a day at leisure in Lake Louise, where you can take a stroll through the stunning landscape, perhaps hire a canoe on the lake, or simply relax and take in the views. You can take the Lake Louise Sightseeing lift, either riding by open chair or enclosed gondola to the top elevation of 6850 feet where you can visit the Wildlife Interpretive Centre and enjoy a stroll to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views.

Day 6

Lake Louise to Jasper

Leave Lake Louise behind and take a full day guided tour which will take you along the Icefields Parkway and into Jasper. At the Columbia Icefield you will enjoy a 90-minute glacier adventure on a unique Ice Explorer vehicle, visit the Discover Centre and brave the Glacier Skywalk – a glass-floored platform extending 30 meters out over the Sunwapta Canyon. Lunch is included, and you will have a great day in this most scenic part of the world. Arrive in Jasper at the end of the afternoon for a two night stay in this lovely town.

Classic Hotel (2 nights) – Marmot Lodge / Lobstick Lodge / Whistler's Inn
Superior Hotel (2 nights) - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge / Forest Park Hotel / The Crimson
Deluxe Hotel (2 nights) - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge / Forest Park Hotel / The Crimson

Day 7

Jasper

Today you will experience the best of Jasper National Park on a four hour tour including lunch and a cruise on gorgeous Maligne Lake. Travel the trails of the early explorers, along the Athabasca Canadian Heritage River. Stroll above Maligne Caynon with its narrow gorge and limestone walls and visit the place of First Nation legend at Medicine Lake.

Day 8

Jasper to Kamloops

This morning take the hotel transfer* to the station to board the Rocky Mountaineer. Sit back and enjoy views of the dramatic landscape of the Continental Divide, as your route takes you through winding valleys, mountain ranges and the Yellowhead Pass. On arrival in Kamloops you will be taken to your allocated hotel.

*Classic Hotels: If staying at Marmot Lodge, make your way to Forest Park Hotel. If staying at Lobstick Lodge, make your way to Chateau Jasper.

Overnight Kamloops (Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 9

Kamloops to Vancouver

Continue west today towards Vancouver, passing the Coast and Cascade Mountains and Fraser River Valley. Enjoy the great food on board the train, and be entertained by the commentary and chat of the Rocky Mountaineer on board team. Your rail journey comes to an end upon arrival in Vancouver this evening when you transfer to your hotel.

Classic Hotel – Georgian Court Hotel / Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown / Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Downtown Vancouver
Superior Hotel – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver / The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver / Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
Deluxe Hotel – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver / The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver / Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver

Day 10

Vancouver

If you have time before your flight home, then perhaps enjoy the views from the Vancouver Lookout Tower or take a walk along the seawall to Stanley Park. You may want to extend your stay by a night or two as there is so much to do in this vibrant waterfront city. Or you can choose to cruise to Alaska. Or perhaps fly to Toronto for a few days sightseeing and a day trip to Niagara Falls.