Western Canada's Grand Rail Circle Tour

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Experience the best of Vancouver, Banff, and Jasper on an ultimate rail journey through the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The award-winning Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking 2-day journey from Vancouver to Banff along the historic Kicking Horse pass route. Admire the stunning mountain passes, dramatic steep canyon walls, and dense Canadian forests as ...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Experience the best of Vancouver, Banff, and Jasper on an ultimate rail journey through the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The award-winning Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking 2-day journey from Vancouver to Banff along the historic Kicking Horse pass route. Admire the stunning mountain passes, dramatic steep canyon walls, and dense Canadian forests as you wind through the picturesque landscape. After exploring Banff, continue your adventure along the Columbia Icefields to Jasper National Park, stopping to explore glaciers and take in the spectacular views along the Great Divide. An overnight trip back to Vancouver on VIA Rail's ico

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKamloops
End CityJasper

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 20

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 1

Trip includes

    • • 9 nights hotel accommodation on room only basis• Any mandatory service charges at hotels• Private sedan transfer to the station in Vancouver• 2 day rail journey onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff (Silverleaf service hot entree meals served at your seat) 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, coffee, tea, soft drinks, snacks - A Canadian Signature Experience• Gratuity for Rocky Mountaineer onboard staff• Motorcoach transfers to and from the station in Kamloops• Private sedan transfer from the station to the hotel in Banff• Sightseeing transfer (9 hours) from Banff hotel to Jasper hotel including commentary & Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure - A Canadian Signature Experience• Private sedan transfer from the hotel to the train station in Jasper• 1 night onboard VIA Rail “The Canadian” in Sleeper Plus Class from Jasper to Vancouver in a private cabin for 2 pax including meals on board - A Canadian Signature Experience• Private sedan transfer from the train station to the hotel in Vancouver• Document pack at hotel on arrival with maps and brochures• Applicable taxes

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Vancouver

Upon arrival in Vancouver, you will independently transfer to your hotel. Take some time to settle in and use the rest of the day to explore the city.

Day 2: Exploring Vancouver

Today is a free day to explore the city of Vancouver on your own. There are many things to see and do, including visiting Stanley Park, Granville Island, and the Capilano Suspension Bridge.

For easy access to many of the city’s top attractions, you ca...

Day 3: Vancouver to Kamloops

Today, you will board the Rocky Mountaineer – voted most luxurious train in the world – and head east towards the Canadian Rockies. Along the way, you will witness a dramatic change in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River valley to the desert-like ...

Day 4: Kamloops to Banff

Continuing eastwards aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes, and through remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian R...

Day 5: Exploring Banff

Today is a free day for independent sightseeing in Banff. The town is pedestrian-friendly and has lots of unique shops and restaurants to explore.

We recommend adding on a Discover Banff Tour, a guided sightseeing tour of the Banff area in a modern 24 passenger bus. All tours are guided by enthusiastic interpretive guides who love to share their knowledge with you.

Day 6: Banff to Jasper

Journey from Vermilion Lakes to the “Jewel of the Canadian Rockies” Lake Louise. Then shadow the Great Divide exploring the natural viewpoints of Crowfoot Glacier and Peyto Lake. At the Columbia Icefield, ride on an all-terrain Ice Explorer and sip on the fresh water...

Day 7: Exploring Jasper

Today is a free day to explore Jasper.

We recommend taking the optional Jasper Tramway with Shuttle Transfer, which includes round-trip transportation to the Jasper Skytram and your ticket to the top. This is the longest and highest aerial tramway in the Rock...

Day 8: The Canadian

Embark on a luxurious journey aboard the VIA Canadian train departing at 09:30 from Jasper to Vancouver. Travel in the Sleeper Plus Class which offers top-of-the-line amenities, excellent cuisine, and unparalleled service. Take in the magnificent views of the Rockies...

Day 9: Vancouver

The VIA Canadian train is expected to arrive in Vancouver at 08:00. After collecting your checked baggage, you can transfer independently to your hotel, and the remainder of the day is yours to explore Vancouver.

Day 10:

You will independently transfer to your onward transportation.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,545
Price per day$655
Last Updated: 1/23/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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We had a fabulous time.

We had a fabulous time. Accommodations were great, our hosts were so very personable and welcoming. The food was over the top and how Geoff explained the meals, h...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • • Gratuities to drivers, on board train staff (VIA Rail), porters and scheduled coach drivers• Meals other than those noted above• Airport transfers in Vancouver• National Park Fees• Personal expenses and insurance

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