Western Explorer – Rocky Mountaineer – 9 nights – 10 days

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 01 – VANCOUVER

On arrival, transfer from Vancouver International Airport to the hotel.

DAY 02 – VANCOUVER

After breakfast, proceed on the Grouse Mountain and Capilano Suspension Bridge Tour. Crossing Lions Gate Bridge, look out for British Properties’ exclusive homes, visit Capilano Salmon Hatchery, and continue to the Capilano Suspension Bridge, a suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River. Other attractions at Capilano include a heart-stopping Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventure.

At Grouse Mountain – ride the famous Skyride to the mountaintop playground. Stroll at Grouse Mountain to explore activities like Guided bird watching tours, Theatre in the Sky’s “Born to Fly”, seasonal logging shows, Peak Chairlift, Lumberjack Show, the Eye of the Wind, and much more.  Later visit FlyOver Canada (Admission Included – transfers on own), a 4D show experiencing a gentle ride. Chairlift-style seats are elevated before a large spherical screen, creating an illusion of flying over the landscapes.

DAY 03 – VANCOUVER

After breakfast, proceed on a Full Day Tour to Victoria City with a 90 Minute Ride on BC Ferries through the Gulf Islands.

On arrival, proceed to Butchart Gardens, where magnificent gardens await you. Later, explore the world-famous Fairmont Empress Hotel, British Import Ships, Parliament Buildings, and the famous Inner Harbour. Evening return to Vancouver by a ferry.

DAY 04 – VANCOUVER - KAMLOOPS

Early morning, check out and transfer to the station to travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer Rail to enjoy world-class hospitality, from Vancouver to Kamloops, passing through the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon, the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River.

DAY 05: KAMLOOPS - JASPER

Early morning, your Rocky Mountaineer rail adventure continues to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta.

Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Pyramid Falls, and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. On arrival, transfer from Jasper Train Station to the hotel.

DAY 06 – JASPER

After breakfast, proceed on the Explore Jasper Tour. Jasper’s beauty and history are set amid some of the most rugged peaks in the Rockies.

Highlights include Jasper townsite, Athabasca Viewpoint, and Maligne Lake. Evening at leisure, free time to explore the Sky Gazing activity on one’s own.

DAY 07 – JASPER - LAKE LOUISE VIA COLUMBIA ICEFIELDS

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Lake Louise via the Icefields Parkway – Canada’s most scenic mountain roadway, a route to glaciers, lakes, and waterfalls.

Arrive at the Columbia Icefields Discovery Centre, take the Glacier Adventure, which takes you up the Athabasca Glacier. Later, take a coach from the Discovery Centre to the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform over the Sunwapta Valley for an unobstructed view of the surrounding glaciers. Continue along the Parkway to the Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake, and Bow Lake En route to Lake Louise.

DAY 08 – LAKE LOUISE - BANFF

After breakfast, check out and keep luggage in the lobby. The rest of the morning is at leisure to enjoy the charms of beautiful Lake Louise.

Lake Louise is known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau. Explore multiple optional activities like Kayaking, hiking trails that wind up to Lake Agnes, The Spa, Lake Louise Gondola, and much more. Later transfer to Banff. On arrival, check in at the hotel, and the rest of the day is at leisure to explore famous Banff Avenue.

DAY 09 – BANFF

After breakfast, proceed on the Discover Banff and Its Wildlife tour with the Gondola. The Town of Banff is an island of culture and history, surrounded by a sea of untamed wilderness. Highlights include a stop at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, and the “oh wow!” view at Surprise Corner.

You’ll then be transported to the base of Sulphur Mountain and ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a 360-degree view of scenic mountain ranges. After you ride on the Banff Gondola, our guide will transport you back to your Banff hotel.

DAY 10 – BANFF - CALGARY

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Calgary airport to connect flight to the onward destination.