Spectacular Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer (Silverleaf)

Spectacular Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer (Silverleaf)

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Spectacular Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer (Silverleaf)

10 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada

Visiting: Vancouver, Victoria, Kamloops, Mount Robson, Jasper National Park, Athabasca Glacier, Banff

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

DSCRSM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $6225

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Your exhilarating encounter with western Canada will have you enjoying breakfast in floral splendour, riding on glaciers and meeting a retired Mountie on your journey into the heart of the Rockies. Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of all-daylight rail travel through Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies.

Highlights

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    Must-see Highlights

    • Discover Vancouver, Victoria
    • Explore Columbia Icefield Adventure
    • Visit Mt Robson Visitor Centre, Maligne Canyon during a guided walk, Butchart Gardens, Jasper National Park, Banff National Park
    • View Lake Louise, Stanley Park Totem Poles, Athabasca Falls, Mount Robson, Bow Falls & Surprise Corner
    • Scenic Drive along Icefields Parkway

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    Make Travel Matter®

    Vancouver: Unlock the diverse living cultures of the Northwest Coast at The Bill Reid Gallery, the only public Gallery in Canada dedicated to contemporary Indigenous Northwest Coast Art. Explore the gallery’s in-house collection, special exhibitions and programs that build bridges between Indigenous and settler populations established by the Bill Reid Foundation in 2008 to celebrate the Haida master artist, Bill Reid (1920 - 1998). On a private, guided tour, learn about Reid’s work as an acclaimed master goldsmith, carver, sculptor, writer, broadcaster, mentor and community activist while viewing his art. This experience addresses United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10 by reducing inequalities for minorities or underrepresented people.

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    Be My Guest

    Vancouver: Mouthwatering Indian-inspired food and an inspiring family story await at Maan Farms. Get a peek at local farming learning how Maan Farms began producing cole crops, but soon shifted to growing the strawberries, raspberries and blueberries for which they became famous. From one small berry stand, Maan Farms has grown into a place with something for everyone. Enjoy a local Indian lunch of family recipes with an experience on the farm (seasonal) ranging from U-pick during berry season, behind the scenes winery tour or fall pumpkin patch exploration. You’ll love getting a glimpse of what rural farm life looks like and seeing first-hand different cultures that make up Canada as a melting pot.

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    Trafalgar Difference

    Kamloops: Savour every moment of a Stays with Stories experience at The South Thompson Inn in Kamloops. Once home to a thoroughbred racing stable, this riverfront property still has the original brick manor and carriage houses. You’ll love the historic feel of the Inn as you kickback in one of their fireside Adirondack chairs.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront

Accommodation Name: Pinnacle Harbourfront

Meals Included: Dinner

A warm welcome is waiting within the soaring peaks of Canada’s Rockies. Your epic Canadian Rockies tour begins in Vancouver, one of the world’s most international and liveable cities. Spend the day discovering the city’s scenic surrounds, then join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner this evening.

Day 2: The Delights Of Vancouver And Victoria Make Travel Matter

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation: Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites

Accommodation Name: Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast

Vancouver, home to Gastown’s Victorian façades, a vibrant Chinatown and towering Sitka Spruce. Embark on a sightseeing tour of the city’s historic neighborhood, savoring the smells of freshly steamed Siopao in Chinatown before making your way to the leafy sanctuary of Stanley Park for the first Indigenous experience of the day, viewing First Nations totem poles. Gain insights into Indigenous cultures and values during a visit to the Bill Reid Gallery, the only gallery in Canada dedicated to Northwest Indigenous art, on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience including a docent-led tour and time to explore the gallery on your own. Continue by ferry to Vancouver Island for an orientation of gorgeous Victoria.

Day 3: Admire The Colours Of Victoria

Location: Victoria

Accommodation: Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites

Accommodation Name: Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast

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 colourfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria Whale Watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.

Day 4: Relax And Enjoy The Outdoors In Kamloops Stays With Stories

Location: Kamloops

Accommodation: South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre

Accommodation Name: South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Cruise by ferry to the home of the Maan Family for a Be My Guest experience at their family-run farm. Meet your hosts, fourth generation owners, and learn how they turned one small berry stand into a farm that now provides quality produce to locals. Get the inside scoop on a behind-the-scenes winery tour or seasonal U-pick experience of their strawberries, raspberries or blueberries followed by a tasty lunch of Indian-inspired fare. Next up, you’ll make your way to Kamloops for a Stays with Stories experience at The South Thompson Inn. Admire the original brick manor and carriage houses of this former racing stable.

Day 5: Gaze Upon Mount Robson

Location: Mount Robson

Accommodation: Chateau Jasper

Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper

Meals Included: Breakfast

The grand peak of UNESCO-listed Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 12,972 feet (3,954 meters), will make you gasp. Stop at the Mount Robson Visitor Center postcard-worthy views before continuing to the raw wilderness of Jasper National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll spend the next two nights of your Canadian Rockies tour. If you’re eager to start your exploration of the park, join an optional Jasper Guided Hike taking in hills, jagged peaks, forests, meadows, marshes, streams and glacial lakes with a licensed guide.

Day 6: Admire Jasper National Park

Location: Jasper National Park

Accommodation: Chateau Jasper

Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Maligne Canyon springs to life this morning on a guided hike. Later, take to the aqua waters and cruise Maligne Lake (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island. Then kick back with more gorgeous views over a delicious lunch with wine at the lakeside Maligne Lake Chalet. Continue your exploration choosing to join an Optional Experience easy rafting trip down the Athabasca River, a route used by the “fur traders” over two centuries ago, keeping your eyes peeled for local wildlife. Later tonight, take in an optional theatre performance highlighting the best of this little mountain town.

Day 7: Voyage To Athabasca Glacier

Location: Athabasca Glacier

Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge

Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast

Get ready for the icy fingers of the Columbia Icefield as you journey along the Icefields Parkway to Athabasca Glacier. With your Local Specialist, cross its icy terrain, one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world, on board a specially designed ‘Ice Explorer’. Your Canadian Rockies tour takes you to Lake Louise, where there is time to soak in the majestic beauty of the lake and its turquoise, glacier-fed waters fringed by high peaks, deep forests and overlooked by Victoria Glacier. Continue on to the township of Banff, in the heart of UNESCO-listed Banff National Park.

Day 8: Explore Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge

Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Banff is yours to explore – and your Travel Director is eager to help plan the perfect day. Opt to take the Banff Gondola Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a bird’s eye view of six mountain ranges of the Canadian Rockies. And after lunch on your own, the Three Sisters Peak or Mt Assiniboine will impress on optional helicopter flights. Then enjoy Banff sightseeing including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and other local sights. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a dinner celebrating all you’ve seen on your Canadian Rockies Tour.

Day 9: Start Your Railway Journey To Kamloops

Location: Kamloops

Accommodation: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer

Accommodation Name: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Your train journey starts as you travel through the Rockies on your way to Vancouver, stopping overnight in Kamloops.

Day 10: Depart Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Continue your journey by rail through British Colombia to Vancouver. Train arrival into Vancouver is between 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, please take this into consideration when booking your flights.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at Pinnacle Harbourfront, Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites, South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre, Chateau Jasper, Banff Park Lodge, and accommodation assigned by Rocky Mountaineer.

  • Meals

    Enjoy 2 dinners, 9 breakfasts, and 4 lunches during the tour.

  • Guided Tours

    Experience guided tours including a docent-led tour at the Bill Reid Gallery and a guided hike at Maligne Canyon.

  • Transportation

    Travel by ferry to Vancouver Island and by train through the Rockies to Vancouver.

  • Scenic Drives

    Enjoy scenic drives along the Icefields Parkway and other picturesque routes.

  • Special Experiences

    Participate in unique experiences such as the Columbia Icefield Adventure and a Be My Guest experience at Maan Farms.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as the Victoria Whale Watching cruise, Jasper Guided Hike, easy rafting trip down the Athabasca River, and helicopter flights over Banff are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and tips are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights to and from Vancouver are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Lunch (L)

Mode of Transport

Travel through the stunning Canadian Rockies with a combination of ferry rides, scenic drives, and a memorable train journey on the Rocky Mountaineer. Experience the breathtaking landscapes from the comfort of your transport, ensuring a seamless and picturesque adventure.

Accommodation

Experience the charm of the Pinnacle Harbourfront in Vancouver, the elegance of Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites, the historic South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre, the comfort of Chateau Jasper, and the scenic Banff Park Lodge. Enjoy a unique stay assigned by Rocky Mountaineer during your train journey.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique cultural experience is included in the tour?

    The tour includes a visit to The Bill Reid Gallery in Vancouver, which is dedicated to contemporary Indigenous Northwest Coast Art. This experience includes a private, guided tour where you can learn about Bill Reid's work and explore the gallery's collection and exhibitions.

  • What kind of activities can I expect at Maan Farms?

    At Maan Farms, you can enjoy a local Indian lunch made from family recipes and participate in seasonal activities such as U-pick during berry season, a behind-the-scenes winery tour, or exploring the fall pumpkin patch.

  • What is the 'Stays with Stories' experience in Kamloops?

    In Kamloops, the 'Stays with Stories' experience takes place at The South Thompson Inn, a historic riverfront property that was once a thoroughbred racing stable. Guests can enjoy the original brick manor and carriage houses and relax in fireside Adirondack chairs.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Jasper National Park?

    In Jasper National Park, you can participate in a guided hike at Maligne Canyon, take a cruise on Maligne Lake to see its glaciers and Spirit Island, and enjoy a lunch with wine at the lakeside Maligne Lake Chalet. Optional activities include a rafting trip down the Athabasca River and a theatre performance in the evening.

  • What is the highlight of the visit to the Columbia Icefield?

    The highlight of the visit to the Columbia Icefield is crossing the icy terrain of the Athabasca Glacier on a specially designed 'Ice Explorer'. This glacier is one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world.

  • What are some optional activities available in Banff?

    In Banff, optional activities include taking a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views and helicopter flights over the Three Sisters Peak or Mt Assiniboine. There is also time for sightseeing in Banff, including visits to Bow Falls and Surprise Corner.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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