Iconic Rockies and Western Canada (GoldLeaf)

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Explore the traditions of the First Nations, behold the icy fingers of the Columbia Icefield and meet a retired Mountie. Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of all-daylight rail travel through Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Explore the traditions of the First Nations, behold the icy fingers of the Columbia Icefield and meet a retired Mountie. Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of all-daylight rail travel through Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityVancouver (BC)
End CityVancouver (BC)

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Voyage To Vancouver

Tackle the ‘Great Outdoors��� on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.

Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown

Dinner

Day 2: Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture

This morning, delve into the historic neighborhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.

Grand Pacific

Breakfast

Day 3: Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria

Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy...

Day 4: Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, and Whistler

See the vivid murals of Chemainus. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.

Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa

Breakfast

Day 5: Explore Whistler Make Travel Matter

Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contempor...

Day 6: Travel To Sun Peaks

We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Sun Peaks Lodge

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks

Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweepin...

Day 8: Wander Beautiful Banff

Your morning is at leisure, perhaps do an optional gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning, you will have your orientation tour of Banff National Park. This evening, Dive into Culture and meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.

Banff Park Lodge

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9: Cross The Athabasca Glacier

Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.

Forest Park Hotel

Breakfast

Day 10: Walk Through the Wilderness in Jasper Connect with Locals

Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a one of a kind Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations lan...

Day 11: All Aboard The Rocky Mountaineer

Embark on a two-day journey on the luxury Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops.

South Thompson Inn & Conference Center

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12: Take a Rustic Railway to Vancouver

Discover the elegance of yesteryear, continuing your journey through the clouds by rail until you reach Vancouver. An included transfer is offered from Vancouver train station to hotel.

Pinnacle Harbourfront

Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13: Farewell From Vancouver

Our dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,925
Price per day$456
Last Updated: 3/11/2025
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$8,775
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$9,050
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Accommodation

  • Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
  • Grand Pacific
  • Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
  • Sun Peaks Lodge
  • Banff Park Lodge
  • Forest Park Hotel
  • South Thompson Inn & Conference Center
  • Pinnacle Harbourfront
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Meals Included
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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Trip ID
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