Day 1 – Home to Vancouver, BC
Today we fly from Minnesota into Vancouver, BC where we arrive in time to freshen up after checking into our home for two nights, The Listel Hotel. This boutique hotel is so much more than just a place to sleep. Dubbed Vancouver’s most “art-full hotel,” the hotel has filled its rooms with a collection of limited edition and original artwork. Following our check-in and exploring the hotel a bit, we’ll dine together our first evening at Seasons in the Park (Queen Elizabeth Park), offering wonderful cuisine and spectacular views of the city and mountain from the highest point in Vancouver.
Included Meals: Dinner
Hotel: The Listel Hotel (2 Nights)
Day 2 – Vancouver
This morning we depart with our step-on guide for a tour of beautiful Vancouver. We’ll see Lion’s Gate Bridge, Queen’s Rose Garden, the Fish Hatchery, Totem Poles, and more! Lunch is served at Stanley Park, a 1,000+ acre park that’s celebrating its 126th year, before we resume our guided Vancouver tour. This evening is at your leisure.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Vancouver to Kamloops, BC – By Rail
This morning we leave the coastal city of Vancouver behind as we board the Rocky Mountaineer for a grand adventure filled with dramatic changes in scenery! Today’s journey will take us from the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, through forests and river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the British Columbia interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. We will get to see it all from the comfort of the Rocky Mountaineer Rail! We’ll overnight in Kamloops, a city of about 90,000 situated at the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River at Kamloops Lake. What a beautiful day!
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (served onboard)
Hotel: Kamloops hotel
Day 4 – Kamloops to Banff, AB – By Rail
Today we board the Rocky Mountaineer again as our tour continues eastward to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. We’ll travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, and over high mountain passes. Today’s highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railroad was driven; we’ll cross over Roger’s Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels, and of course the glacier and snow covered peaks of the Canadian Rockies! Our rail journey ends for the evening in lovely Banff.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (served onboard)
Hotel: Rundlestone Lodge (2 Nights)
Day 5 – Banff
This morning we will visit the Lake Louise area. Our first stop is at Moraine Lake, located at 6,100 feet in the “Valley of the Ten Peaks.” The views of this glacial fed lake and the surrounding mountains are awesome. Take some pictures, but don’t forget to just enjoy the view! Not far away is Lake Louise where we’ll stop for another picture opportunity of this iconic lake in the Canadian Rockies, surrounded by mountains. At the bottom of the lake we’ll enjoy a look at the impressive Chateau Lake Louise. We’ll enjoy a fabulous lunch at the Post Hotel, followed by a free afternoon for you to explore Banff.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 – Banff to Calgary, AB
After breakfast we will board the Banff Gondola for a breathtaking ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Once at the top, we’ll take in the majestic views of the Canadian Rockies. This afternoon we’ll travel to Calgary for another day filled with scenic beauty. After a tour of Heritage Park Historical Village and lunch on your own, we’ll check into our hotel for the night and be treated to a fabulous farewell dinner at the Calgary Tower, home to the highest 360º observation deck in the world!
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Holiday Inn Express
Day 7 – Calgary to Home
This morning we will enjoy a Calgary city tour before flying home and reminiscing over our beautiful tour of the Canadian Rockies by Rail!
Included Meals: Breakfast
Flyaway Per Person Pricing Information
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Price Includes
Roundtrip airfare from MSP including all baggage fees, taxes & surcharges, 12 Meals, Hotels & Activities as stated in brochure, Luxury Motorcoach, 2 Day Rail Trip
06/12/2019 06/18/2019
Tour Map
Tour Highlights
Welcome Dinner at Queen Elizabeth Park
Vancouver City Tour
2 Days traveling by Rail from Vancouver to Banff aboard the Rocky Mountaineer - Spectacular scenery!
Banff Rundlestone Lodge
Moraine Lake
Lake Louise
Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain
Heritage Park Historical Village
Calgary Tower Farewell Dinner
Calgary City Tour
