Whistler and the Canadian Rockies Train Vacation

Day 1 Vancouver to Whistler | Rocky Mountaineer Board Rocky Mountaineer this morning and set out along the spectacular Sea to Sky Corridor on one of the most scenic opening days in Western Canada. Depart North Vancouver and travel beside the glistening waters of Howe Sound, framed by the dramatic Coast Mountains and lush temperate rainforest. Along the way, watch for highlights including Brandywine Falls, the distinctive dome of Mount Garibaldi and the deep, forested walls of Cheakamus Canyon. By the time you arrive in Whistler, you will already have experienced a remarkable contrast of coastal scenery, alpine peaks and wilderness landscapes. (Breakfast included today)

Day 2 Whistler to Quesnel | Rocky Mountaineer Continue north today through landscapes that feel wonderfully remote and distinctly British Columbian. Beyond Whistler, the route leads through the broad Pemberton Valley and into the historic Cariboo region, where mountains, forests and winding waterways create an ever- changing backdrop. Among today’s highlights are the striking shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, whose dramatic mountain setting adds to the sense of wilderness and scale. Later, follow the Fraser River toward Quesnel, where the scenery opens into wider interior country with a strong connection to British Columbia’s gold rush history (Breakfast & lunch is included today)

Day 3 Quesnel to Jasper | Rocky Mountaineer This morning, continue east as the landscapes begin to shift from the rolling country of central British Columbia to the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies. Follow forested valleys and remote wilderness toward Jasper, with highlights including Yellowhead Pass, wildlife-rich Moose Lake and the unforgettable sight of Mount Robson, rising 3,954 metres as the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. As the mountains draw closer, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic, building to a memorable arrival in Jasper surrounded by some of Western Canada’s most inspiring alpine scenery. (Breakfast & lunch is included today)

Day 4 Jasper to Lake Louise Tour | with picnic lunch Includes Ice Explorer Ride onto the Athabasca Glacier + Glacier Skywalk Travel along the breathtaking Icefields Parkway today, one of North America’s most spectacular mountain highways. This full-day sightseeing journey showcases jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, glacier-fed rivers, hanging glaciers, deep valleys and cascading waterfalls, with possible stops including Athabasca Falls, the Weeping Wall, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier. At the Columbia Icefield, board the Ice Explorer for an unforgettable ride onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, then step out over the Sunwapta Valley on the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk. Continue through dramatic mountain passes and glacier-carved scenery toward your overnight destination. (Picnic lunch included today)

Day 5 Lake Louise to Banff with Moraine Lake Tour Enjoy a relaxed morning at Lake Louise. This afternoon, depart Lake Louise, where turquoise waters sit beneath rugged peaks and the Victoria Glacier, and continue to Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Walk up the Rockpile for the classic viewpoint once featured on Canada’s historic $20 bill. Then travel to Banff via the scenic Bow Valley Parkway, with stories along the way about how local landmarks got their names. Seasonal note (May 1–31): Moraine Lake Road is closed during this period, and the tour is replaced with a mid- or late-afternoon scheduled coach transfer to Banff. You will have free time to canoe, hike to the Lake Agnes Teahouse, or enjoy afternoon tea at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Private transfers are available at an additional cost.

Day 6 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 6 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions. Option 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola Discover Banff's natural wonders on this half-day, small-group tour. Marvel at sights like Bow Falls, Hoodoos rock formation, and Lake Minnewanka. Conclude your exploration with a relaxing gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain's peak, maximizing your views of Banff National Park effortlessly. Enjoy the enchanting beauty of these landmarks with minimum exertion. Option 2. Banff National Park Explorer Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Join this small group tour for a curated experience of Banff National Park's highlights, with the added chance to spot wildlife through expert local guidance. Enjoy unhindered access to Moraine Lake & Lake Louise, spending over 1½ hours at each, discovering hidden gems and serene trails. The final phase of the tour is tailor-made in Banff by your guide, considering recent wildlife sightings and your interests, ensuring the day concludes on a high note. Option 3. Rockies Hidden Gems Yoho & Kootenay National Parks | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Avoid the crowds with this full-day adventure in the Kootenay and Yoho National Parks, featuring picturesque waterfalls and Canadian Rockies views. Start with a relaxing stroll in Kootenay National Park's Marble Canyon, marveling at turquoise glacial waters and striking canyon walls. Enjoy Emerald Lake's neon blue waters, where optional canoe rentals, hiking trails, and lakeside picnics are available. The day concludes with a visit to Canada's 2nd tallest waterfall, Takakkaw Falls, accessible through backroads offering mountain vistas and wildlife sightings. Option 4. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain. Option 5. Signature Guided Hike | Small Group Hike with Picnic Lunch Experience the best of Rocky Mountain National Parks' backcountry with our curated hiking tours. Revel in spring's wildflowers, summer's clear glacier views, and the golden hues of fall's larch trees. Our passionate local guides will lead you on classic hikes in the Banff and Lake Louise area, including Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Kootenay National Park Trails, and Plain of 6 Glaciers. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty across seasons in the Rockies. Option 6. Personalised Tailor-made Excursion Talk with one of our local Canada specialists to tailor your day in Banff to your preferences. Choose from a variety of experiences, including guided hikes, evening wildlife e-bike tours, river explorer canoe tours, a foodie tour at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, or upgrade to a selection of private tours of the region. Alternatively, you can spend the day relaxing and enjoying the fresh mountain air, and we'll credit the cost of your excursion.

Day 7 Banff to Calgary | Coach Today you will leave behind the fresh mountain air and colourful sights of the Rockies. We will schedule a transfer to bring you to downtown Calgary, or to the Calgary Airport to connect with your flight home.

Day 1 Calgary to Banff | Coach Leave the Stampede City of Calgary on the express service to Banff, where you’ll arrive to a picturesque resort town surrounded by the Rocky Mountains. Located within Banff National Park, Banff is renowned for its scenic natural beauty and stunning wildlife.

Day 2 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 6 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions. Option 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola Discover Banff's natural wonders on this half-day, small-group tour. Marvel at sights like Bow Falls, Hoodoos rock formation, and Lake Minnewanka. Conclude your exploration with a relaxing gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain's peak, maximizing your views of Banff National Park effortlessly. Enjoy the enchanting beauty of these landmarks with minimum exertion. Option 2. Banff National Park Explorer Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Join this small group tour for a curated experience of Banff National Park's highlights, with the added chance to spot wildlife through expert local guidance. Enjoy unhindered access to Moraine Lake & Lake Louise, spending over 1½ hours at each, discovering hidden gems and serene trails. The final phase of the tour is tailor-made in Banff by your guide, considering recent wildlife sightings and your interests, ensuring the day concludes on a high note. Option 3. Rockies Hidden Gems Yoho & Kootenay National Parks | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Avoid the crowds with this full-day adventure in the Kootenay and Yoho National Parks, featuring picturesque waterfalls and Canadian Rockies views. Start with a relaxing stroll in Kootenay National Park's Marble Canyon, marveling at turquoise glacial waters and striking canyon walls. Enjoy Emerald Lake's neon blue waters, where optional canoe rentals, hiking trails, and lakeside picnics are available. The day concludes with a visit to Canada's 2nd tallest waterfall, Takakkaw Falls, accessible through backroads offering mountain vistas and wildlife sightings. Option 4. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain. Option 5. Signature Guided Hike | Small Group Hike with Picnic Lunch Experience the best of Rocky Mountain National Parks' backcountry with our curated hiking tours. Revel in spring's wildflowers, summer's clear glacier views, and the golden hues of fall's larch trees. Our passionate local guides will lead you on classic hikes in the Banff and Lake Louise area, including Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Kootenay National Park Trails, and Plain of 6 Glaciers. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty across seasons in the Rockies. Option 6. Personalised Tailor-made Excursion Talk with one of our local Canada specialists to tailor your day in Banff to your preferences. Choose from a variety of experiences, including guided hikes, evening wildlife e-bike tours, river explorer canoe tours, a foodie tour at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, or upgrade to a selection of private tours of the region. Alternatively, you can spend the day relaxing and enjoying the fresh mountain air, and we'll credit the cost of your excursion.

Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise with Moraine Lake Tour Enjoy a relaxed morning in Banff. This afternoon, travel via the scenic Bow Valley Parkway toward Lake Louise, with stories along the way about how local landmarks got their names. Continue to world-renowned Moraine Lake, nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, and take a short walk up the Rockpile for the postcard-perfect view once featured on Canada’s historic $20 bill. Then arrive at Lake Louise, where turquoise waters shimmer beneath rugged mountain peaks and the majestic Victoria Glacier. Seasonal note (May 1–31): Moraine Lake Road is closed during this period, and the tour is replaced with a mid-day or afternoon scheduled coach transfer to Lake Louise. You will have free time to canoe, hike to the Lake Agnes Teahouse, or enjoy afternoon tea at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Private transfers are available at an additional cost.

Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper Tour | with picnic lunch Includes Ice Explorer Ride onto the Athabasca Glacier + Glacier Skywalk Travel along the breathtaking Icefields Parkway today, one of North America’s most spectacular mountain highways. This full-day sightseeing journey showcases jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, glacier-fed rivers, hanging glaciers, deep valleys and cascading waterfalls, with possible stops including Athabasca Falls, the Weeping Wall, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier. At the Columbia Icefield, board the Ice Explorer for an unforgettable ride onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, then step out over the Sunwapta Valley on the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk. Continue through dramatic mountain passes and glacier-carved scenery toward your overnight destination. (Picnic lunch included today)

Day 5 Jasper to Quesnel | Rocky Mountaineer Board Rocky Mountaineer this morning and begin your westbound journey from Jasper through the magnificent landscapes of the Canadian Rockies. Travel beneath towering peaks and through broad mountain valleys, with highlights including the commanding presence of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, as well as Yellowhead Pass and scenic Moose Lake. As the day unfolds, the rugged mountain scenery gradually gives way to the forested river valleys and open interior landscapes of British Columbia, creating a striking contrast as you continue on to Quesnel. (Breakfast & lunch is included today)

Day 6 Quesnel to Whistler | Rocky Mountaineer Continue southwest today through the heart of British Columbia, where the landscapes shift from the historic Cariboo region to the dramatic mountain scenery closer to the Coast. Follow sections of the Fraser River through wide interior country before the route winds past the beautiful shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, two of the day’s most memorable highlights. With forests, mountains and remote valleys unfolding throughout the journey, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic on approach to Whistler, one of Canada’s best-known alpine resort towns. (Breakfast & lunch is included today)

Day 7 Whistler to Vancouver | Rocky Mountaineer Enjoy a relaxed morning in Whistler before continuing south on the final leg of this remarkable journey through the Sea to Sky Corridor. This afternoon’s scenery is every bit as memorable, with highlights including the dramatic walls of Cheakamus Canyon, the distinctive dome of Mount Garibaldi, Brandywine Falls and magnificent views over Howe Sound backed by the Coast Mountains. As you travel toward North Vancouver, lush rainforest, rugged peaks and sparkling coastal scenery come together for a fitting finale to one of Rocky Mountaineer’s most distinctive routes.