Canadian Rockies Circle  (tourRM031)
11 Days / 10 nights  Non-Escorted
This vacation is the perfect opportunity to get away from it all, with two nights each in Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff, and four days of spectacular scenery onboard the Rocky Mountaineer.

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• 4 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of RedLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service
• 6 nights of accommodation in the Canadian Rockies, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the scenery.
• Motorcoach tours of Vancouver, Jasper, the Icefields Parkway, Yoho National Park and Banff.

Peak Season Prices Per Person  from
Moderate hotels $3,219 CAD+tax
Superior hotels $4,169 CAD+tax
Deluxe hotels $5,979 CAD+tax
Gold Leaf Train upgrade $1,260
Lower prices off-season

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Vancouver is Beautiful

2-Day Tours between Vancouver  and Banff or Calgary A great two day trip with an overnight half-way in Kamloops.

5 Day Canadian Rockies Excursion The Highlights of the Rockies from Calgary to Vancouver 8 day Guided Tour  featuring the Rocky Mountaineer and the highlights of the Rockies 12 Day Tour Featuring the Skeena Train and Vancouver Island

Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops  Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. One of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. 

Day 3 Kamloops to Jasper  Back onboard the Rocky Mountaineer you will follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus into the snowy peaks of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Pass by Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 meters (12,972 ft), before entering Jasper National Park. Arrive in JASPER late afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 4 Jasper Sightseeing  Spend either the morning or afternoon touring Jasper by motorcoach. Attractions include PYRAMID LAKE and Patricia Lakes, MALIGNE CANYON and Athabasca viewpoint. The remainder of the day is free to explore more of Jasper National Park independently. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 5 Icefields Parkway Tour from Jasper to Lake Louise  Transfer to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at ATHABASCA FALLS  before arriving at the Columbia Icefield (ATHABASCA GLACIER). It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at BOW LAKE before arriving in LAKE LOUISE this afternoon. Overnight at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Day 6 Free day at Lake Louise  Enjoy a free day at Lake Louise. Take a stroll beside the lake or an afternoon paddle in a canoe. Overnight at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Day 7 Yoho Tour, Lake Louise to Banff  Spend a free morning at Lake Louise before an afternoon tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the points of interest are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to BANFF. Overnight in Banff.

Day 8 Sightseeing in Banff  Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff townsite this morning. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.

Day 9 Banff to Kamloops  Depart onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Banff for Kamloops, the gateway to British Columbia's interior. As the train crosses over the Continental Divide you will pass through the Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Marvel at the stunning glaciers, numerous tunnels, and snow-capped mountains of Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park. The next highlight of today's rail journey is historic Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. As the train approaches Kamloops, it follows the shoreline of Shuswap Lake. Overnight in Kamloops.

Day 10 Kamloops to Vancouver  Continue your journey westwards from Kamloops and travel along the Thompson River to the Fraser Canyon. At Hell's Gate watch water torrent past the canyon walls at its narrowest point, a true highlight of the canyon. Upon leaving this region, the train will journey through the fertile Fraser Valley to the coastal city of Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: MORE TIME TO ENJOY JASPER AND BANFF
Itinerary as above except:

Day 5 Free day in Jasper  Enjoy a day at leisure in Jasper National Park. Optional activities include a round of golf at the Jasper Park Lodge, walking through Maligne Canyon, taking a cruise on Maligne Lake or enjoying a gondola ride up Whistler's Mountain. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 6 Icefields Parkway Tour from Jasper to Banff  Transfer to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Banff this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.

Day 7 Sightseeing in Banff  Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff townsite this morning. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.

Day 8 Free day in Banff  Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Some optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff's historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or enjoying a round of golf at the Banff Springs. Overnight in Banff.

MEALS:
Breakfast and lunch is included onboard the Rocky Mountaineer.
An additional meal plan is available for purchase including breakfast and dinner daily. Please see price grid for details.