First Passage to the West
8 nights escorted tour including Rocky Mountaineer
Enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable two-day experience onboard Rocky Mountaineer. Enjoy some extra time in Lake Louise and Banff to take in the awe-inspiring sights.
This trip is available from April to October.
Fly into Calgary and out of Vancouver
2 days onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Includes flights, transport & accommodation
Also Includes:
Banff Minnewanka Lake Cruise, Banff Gondola, National Parks Pass
2 breakfasts,
2 lunches
Luggage handling and rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Lake Louise
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Calgary
Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in "The Heart of the New West" independently. Overnight in Calgary. Maybe visit the Calgary Tower while you’re here - you'll love the vantage point from the top, with stellar views from 525 feet above the city.
Fly into
Calgary
Calgary,
AB
Day 2:
Banff
Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day transfer concluding in Banff. Journey to Banff, where you will enjoy a spectacular boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka. Highlights include Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Admission to the Banff Gondola included. Your transfer ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.
Escorted
Tour
Banff,
AB
Day 3:
Banff
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from relaxing in the Banff hot springs, and exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures. Overnight in Banff.
Escorted
Tour
Banff,
AB
Day 4:
Yoho National Park & Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location.
Escorted
Tour
Lake Louise,
AB
Day 5:
Lake Louise
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. With its unique history and picturesque scenery, Lake Louise will not disappoint. Learn about the local wildlife, paddle the lake by canoe, or simply relax amongst the beauty. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Escorted
Tour
Lake Louise,
AB
Day 6:
Rocky Mountaineer
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Lake Louise to Kamloops. Your journey takes you through ever-changing scenery as you travel between the iconic 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.
Rocky
Mountaineer
Kamloops,
BC
Day 7:
Rocky Mountaineer
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and Vancouver. You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the B.C. Interior, through winding river canyons to the Cascade and Coast Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley.
Rocky
Mountaineer
Vancouver,
BC
Day 8:
Vancouver
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you. Overnight in Vancouver.
Free
Day
Vancouver,
BC
Days 9 & 10:
Final Morning & Fly Home
Enjoy your final morning in Vancouver. Later today you’ll take your overnight flight back to the UK.
If you want to add an extra self drive holiday in either Canada or USA to this trip, please let us know and our travel experts will be happy to design a trip for you.
Free
Morning
Fly
Home
Choose from our two
Rocky Mountaineer Service Levels
When you travel on the Rocky Mountaineer, you can choose from two service levels. Learn more about them here.
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