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The Rockies & Mountaineer - First Class  
(This GUIDED tour sells out months in advance, "Book Early")
Starts Calgary - 8  Days
Train, Guided Motor Coach

(tourTF042)
First Class Tour with superior hotels
and expert tour guide (except on trains)

Upgrade available to "Gold Leaf" service
on the Rocky Mountaineer is available!

Day 1 - Arrive Calgary
Arrive today in Calgary, an attractive and dynamic city. A complimentary transfer is provided to the Trafalgar hotel. Your Tour Director will be available this afternoon at your hotel to answer any questions and help you plan your day in Calgary.
Hotel: Calgary Marriott

Day 2 - Calgary – Lake Louise
We depart Calgary this morning on our way to the Canadian Rockies. We'll see Moraine Lake, nestled into the Valley of the Ten Peaks and visit Yoho National Park. Here we'll enjoy views of Emerald Lake and the Spiral Tunnels. Later, we arrive at beautiful Lake Louise where we enjoy a welcome drink with our Tour Director and fellow traveling companions, followed by dinner at the hotel this evening.
(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Lake Louise Inn

Day 3 - Lake Louise – Icefields Parkway – Jasper (2 nights)
This morning we drive north along the spine of the Rockies on the world famous Icefields Parkway. See the azure waters of many remarkable mountain lakes such as Peyto and Bow. Then ride the Ice Explorer as you take a trip of a lifetime onto the massive Athabasca Glacier. Later we arrive in Jasper for our two night stay. Enjoy dinner tonight at our hotel. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Chateau Jasper (2 nights)

Day 4 - Jasper National Park at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure in scenic Jasper National Park. Your Tour Director will be able to advise you how best to spend your time and assist you with any optional excursions, such as a cruise on beautiful Maligne Lake. (Full Breakfast)

Day 5 - Jasper – Columbia Icefield – Banff (2 nights)
Snow capped peaks, hanging glaciers, pounding waterfalls, and surging rivers dominate as we head south to ride the Lake Louise Gondola. High up on the mountainside we have a bird’s eye view of this stunning alpine scenery. We end the day in the mountain town of Banff for our two night stay. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Banff Park Lodge (2 nights)

Day 6 - Banff sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour shows us the main sights, including Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain. Then your afternoon is at leisure – perhaps to take an optional scenic float trip on the historic Bow River. Or you'll also have a chance to take an optional helicopter flight by Mount Assiniboine. (Full Breakfast)

Day 7 - Banff – Rocky Mountaineer Rail – Kamloops
This morning we board the Rocky Mountaineer Train for a two-day independent scenic journey from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean and Vancouver. Our journey will take us over the Continental Divide, through the famous Spiral Tunnels and past the glaciers of Kicking Horse Pass. During the day lunch is included on board the train. Traveling through Rogers Pass and the South Thompson River, we arrive in Kamloops for the night. On arrival we are transferred to the hotel with your evening at leisure.
(Continental Breakfast / Lunch)
Hotel: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer

Day 8 - Kamloops – Rocky Mountaineer Rail – Depart Vancouver
We board the train this morning and enjoy breakfast on board as we continue our journey west through Fraser Canyon and the Fraser River Valley in the heart of British Columbia. Our tour ends as the train arrives in Vancouver this afternoon at approximately 5.30pm. A complimentary transfer is provided from the Rocky Mountaineer Train Station to Vancouver International Airport and to the Trafalgar hotel in Vancouver for passengers extending their stay. (Continental Breakfast / Lunch)

Please note: The train's arrival in Vancouver can be subject to delays, we therefore suggest you allow plenty of time for onward travel arrangements. We recommend and overnight in Vancouver before flying onward.

Extra nights in Vancouver can be pre-booked

Map & Picture Highlights

Map & Picture Highlights

Included:
Canadian Rockies Visit Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake and Moraine Lake.
Lake Louise Enjoy scenic views from on top the gondola.
Icefields Parkway Take in the amazing vistas and ride the Ice Explorer.
Jasper National Park Spend two nights in this Mountain paradise.
Banff National Park See Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain.
Rocky Mountaineer Train Two day, independent rail journey between Banff and Vancouver.
Dining Highlights

A welcome drink hosted by your Tour Director.
5 full breakfasts
2 continental breakfasts on the train
2 lunches on the train
3 three-course dinners
12 included meals in total based on RedLeaf service on the train (see day by day itinerary)

Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service (DCRDA) includes: Independent Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service from Banff to Vancouver including: Assigned seating in the RedLeaf Car, onboard commentary, delicious breakfasts and lunches served at your seat, complimentary snacks and beverages, moderate hotel in Kamloops and a commemorative pin.

The services of one of our professional Tour Directors on the motorcoach tour portion only.
Travel on our luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and restroom facilities.

Complimentary transfers on Day 1 from Calgary International Airport to our hotel in Calgary and on Day 8 from the Rocky Mountaineer Train Station in Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport and the hotel in Vancouver.
Round trip transfers between the train station and the hotel in Kamloops (passengers carry their own overnight bag while their main baggage is transferred to Vancouver). In Kamloops your hotel will be a moderate 2 or 3 star.
You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcase per person) and local taxes.
A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
Airport Transfers


Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service Upgrade
Why not upgrade to GoldLeaf Service on the Rocky Mountaineer? GoldLeaf clients enjoy reserved, first-class seating in the train's specially designed Dome Car, allowing for unparalleled views. Each Dome Car is looked after by a team of Rocky Mountaineer attendants who are available to answer questions and provide commentary along the way. Freshly prepared gourmet breakfasts and lunches are served in the private GoldLeaf Dining Car and delicious snacks and alcoholic beverages are available at no charge throughout the day.

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