8-Nights Jasper to Vancouver by Rocky Mountaineer - Rail Journeys from $5,326

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Welcome to the Canadian Rockies

Transfer: Calgary Airportto Banff AB

Hotel: Royal Canadian Lodge (4 Star Rating)

Located on Banff Avenue, the Royal Canadian Lodge offers the perfect escape for families, couples, and corporate events. Surrounded by stunning lakes, mountains, and Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's a place to unwind and explore. From the moment you arrive, enjoy elegant rooms, suites, intimate meeting spaces, and exceptional dining at the Evergreen Restaurant & Lounge. With a spa, indoor pool, hot tub, and steam room, your stay promises relaxation and rejuvenation in one of Canada's most picturesque destinations. Experience luxurious comfort and impeccable service at the Royal Canadian Lodge in Banff.

Discover the beauty, history, and wildlife of Banff National Park on this guided sightseeing tour. Along the way, you'll visit some of Banff's most iconic landmarks, including the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, the Hoodoos Viewpoint, Lake Minnewanka, and Two Jack Lake. Travelling along scenic Tunnel Mountain Drive offers spectacular views of the Bow River Valley. Throughout the tour, keep an eye out for wildlife in its natural habitat; in this area, grizzly bears, back bears, elk, bighorn sheep, moose and wolves all roam free. The tour also includes admission to the Banff Gondola for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. Complimentary maple cookies and fresh water or hot chocolate (during winter months) is provided at one of the scenic stops.

With the mountains as a backdrop, consider enjoying your down time in this beautiful town with a morning or afternoon stroll along Banff Avenue, which invites unhurried exploration. Here you can browse local boutiques, duck into galleries, or settle into a cafe for a warm bite or drink. A stop at the Banff Park Museum National Historic Site makes for an interesting and informative visit, while in the evening hours, the town punches above its weight on the dining front. A reservation at one of the towns many atmospheric restaurants like Farm & Fire, Good Folk or Brazen, is highly recommended, as is a drink at one of the many cocktail bars or craft breweries.

Discover Canada's most scenic mountain roadway, The Icefields Parkway. This is the route to over one hundred visible glaciers, turquoise lakes including Lake Louise, and rushing waterfalls. Venture onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier in a specially designed Ice Explorer for a spectacular Ice Age adventure. Then, get ready to experience the Columbia Icefield Skywalk. Step out onto a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley for an unobstructed view of the surrounding glaciers.

Hotel: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (4 Star Rating)

Bask in the remote beauty of the Canadian Rockies and escape to serenity in Alberta's Jasper National Park. Our collection of heritage log cabins and one-of-a-kind Signature Cabins are spread out over 700 pristine acres of wilderness. Stay in unique accommodations surrounded by the Rockies' largest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Play Canada's #1 Golf Resort Course and explore the shores of gorgeous Lac Beauvert. Discover Canada's Luxury Cabin Experience.

Your early morning journey onboard Rocky Mountaineer takes you from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. As you travel west and south, you are surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today's highlights include the climb over the Yellowhead Pass, Pyramid Falls, Mount Robson, at 3,954 meters (12,972 feet), the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and the sights along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops in the evening. Enjoy moderate-standard accommodation in Kamloops, with breakfast and lunch included onboard. Overnight in Kamloops

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Today is another early morning departure as you travel west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today's journey, you can see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the B.C. Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Cascade and Coast Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Breakfast and Lunch included onboard.

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Hotel: Hyatt Regency Vancouver (4 Star Rating)

Hyatt Regency Vancouver offers a contemporary urban retreat in the heart of downtown, placing guests steps from premier shopping, dining, and city attractions. The hotel features stylish, well-appointed guestrooms with modern furnishings, comfortable bedding, and large windows showcasing city or mountain views. Guests can enjoy amenities including a heated outdoor pool, fitness centre, hot tub, and on-site dining options serving fresh local cuisine. With spacious common areas and a polished, welcoming atmosphere, the property blends comfort with convenience. Its central location and refined ambiance make it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers visiting Vancouver

Few drives in the world match the drama of the Sea to Sky Highway, and this full-day group journey from Vancouver makes the most of every mile. Your first stop is Shannon Falls, where one of British Columbia's tallest waterfalls thunders down through the coastal rainforest; a perfect introduction to what the day has in store. From there, you'll continue to Whistler, where you'll board the Sea to Sky Gondola for a ride above the treetops, with sweeping views of Howe Sound unfolding beneath you. If you're brave, test your nerves on the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, where you'll be rewarded with panoramas that stretch as far as the eye can see. Finally, spend some time in Whistler Village to explore independently and at your own pace; whether that means browsing the shops, grabbing a bite, or simply soaking in the atmosphere of one of North America's most celebrated mountain resorts. After a day exploring Whistler and the Sea to Sky Highway, you'll be returned to your hotel in Vancouver.

Vancouver has a rare gift; it is a city that feels equally at home in the mountains and the sea, and a day at leisure here reflects exactly that. Start your morning with a walk or cycle through Stanley Park, one of the great urban green spaces in North America, where the seawall trail hugs the shoreline with views across Burrard Inlet to the North Shore peaks. Granville Island makes for a wonderful afternoon - part public market, part artisan hub, it's the kind of place where a quick browse easily turns into a couple of hours well spent over fresh seafood and local brews. Come the evening, the city's dining scene is among Canada's finest, shaped by its Pacific Rim influences and extraordinary access to local ingredients. And as the evening gives way to night, Gastown's atmospheric cobblestone streets offer a compelling mix of acclaimed restaurants and cocktail bars worth visiting.

Transfer: Vancouver BC to Vancouver International Apt