Rockies Nostalgic | Vancouver to Jasper VIA Rail Train
Trip
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7 Day Rockies Tour with VIA Rail Train, Jasper, and Banff
from Vancouver to Calgary
Step back in time and board VIA Rail’s “The Canadian” train for an overnight journey from Vancouver
into the Canadian Rockies. You’ll enjoy great made-to-order meals as you glide from the West Coast
through the mountains. Relax in the lounge car while you watch the sunset, and be rocked to sleep by
the motion of the train. You’ll never forget this 50’s era nostalgic train experience. From Jasper to
Banff, you’ll be mesmerized by the scenery of our national parks with motorcoach tours to all the
highlights along the way.
2024 Start Dates
May 5 9 12 16 19 23 26 30
1-888-589-3777 [email protected]
June 2 6 9 13 16 20 23 27 30
July 4 7 11 14 18 21 25 28
August 1 4 8 11 15 18 22 25 29
September 1 5 8 12 15 19 22 26 29
October 3 6
Starting on Sundays and Thursdays
Travel Summary
Day 1: Vancouver Arrival - overnight in Vancouver
Day 2: VIA Rail The Canadian Train Departure in the afternoon - overnight aboard the train
Day 3: VIA Rail The Canadian Train to Jasper - overnight in Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing Tour including Maligne Lake - overnight in Jasper
Day 5: Sightseeing Tour from Jasper to Banff including Columbia Icefield Excursion - overnight
in Banff
Day 6: Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola - overnight in Banff
Day 7: Banff to Calgary Scenic Transfer
Route Map
What's Included
VIA Rail from Vancouver to Jasper, Sleeper Plus Class
1 night sleeping car accommodation onboard VIA Rail train
Dinner and breakfast on board the train
5 nights hotel accommodation
*Complimentary Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour of Vancouver provided when an additional night in
Vancouver is added to your vacation package
Maligne Valley tour to Maligne Lake with guided walk
Jasper SkyTram admission and shuttle (shuttle is available May-September)
Icefields Parkway Tour including Ice Explorer
Scenic tour to Lake Louise from Banff
Scenic transfer to Calgary airport
Independent Tour
Not Included
Transportation from Vancouver airport (available, please ask for details)
Rail station transfers between VIA Rail station and Vancouver hotel
Rail station transfer between VIA Rail Station and Jasper hotel
Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Gratuities/tip for hotel and transfer staff
Canadian 5% sales tax
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 - Vancouver Arrival
Coastal mountains and urban beaches greet you as you arrive in Canada’s third-largest city.
Vancouver is a lively and diverse city with no shortage of attractions to explore including; Stanley
Park, Granville Island or the Vancouver Art Gallery. Spend tonight in your downtown Vancouver hotel
room.
Day 2 - Vancouver Sightseeing and VIA Rail 'The Canadian' Train
Departure
Depart Vancouver aboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian train in the afternoon.
Travel through the lush Fraser Valley and along the salmon-rich waters of the Fraser River. Meals will
be included on board and you are free to roam about the train as you wish. During the day you’ll pass
beside river canyons and natural wonders like Hell’s Gate. By nightfall you’ve reached the interior of
British Columbia and the sound of the train is rocking you to sleep. Spend tonight onboard the train in
your private cabin.
Day 3 - VIA Rail 'The Canadian' Train to Jasper
You’ll wake up to a Rocky Mountain sunrise and head to the dining car for breakfast. Mount Robson—
the highest point in the Canadian Rockies— greets you on your approach to Jasper.
The charming little mountain resort town of Jasper is home for the next couple of days. We’ve
included admissions to the Jasper Skytram for you to use at your leisure either today or tomorrow
afternoon. Spend the next two nights in your Jasper hotel room.
Day 4 - Jasper Sightseeing Tour including Maligne Lake
Today you’ll embark on a 5-hour tour of one of the most beautiful areas in Jasper. First stop, Maligne
Canyon, where 10,000 years of erosion have created the deepest canyon in the Rockies. You’ll start
off with a short and easy walk, admiring the Maligne River and its many waterfalls. After that, it’s over
to the disappearing Medicine Lake, followed by the fairy tale-like Maligne Lake. The rest of the day in
Jasper is yours to use as you wish, hiking, exploring or simply relaxing and taking in the sights.
Day 6 - Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola
Today you’ll be on a 5-hour guided tour through the towering Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay
Mountains. Learn about the wind-shaped hoodoos and experience Surprise Corner along Tunnel
Mountain Drive.
Take a gentle gondola ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for fantastic views, interpretive
boardwalks and photo opportunities. The rest of the afternoon in Banff is yours to spend walking some
local trails, playing golf or relaxing as you choose.
Day 5 - Sightseeing Tour from Jasper to Banff including Columbia
Icefield Excursion
Today you’re riding along the most beautiful highway in Canada—the Icefields Parkway. Highlights
include stops at the powerful Athabasca Falls, the Columbia Icefield, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake and
Crowfoot Glacier. Pose for your new profile picture at one of these breathtaking locations.
Arrive at the Athabasca Glacier and climb aboard the Ice Explorer—a specialized bus that travels
directly on to the glacier. Relax and listen as your guide explains all about its natural wonders. You’ll
be spending the next two nights in your Banff hotel room.
Day 7 - Banff to Calgary Scenic Transfer
Your journey continues with a two hour transfer to Calgary. Thank you for traveling with Canada Rail
Vacations!
2024 Pricing - Canadian Dollars
Date Range
Popular Hotels
VIA Rail Sleeper Cabin
Superior Hotel
Upgrade
Deluxe Hotel
Upgrade
May 5 - May 26: $3908 +$486 +$1618
May 27 - Jul 28: $4132 +$573 +$1902
Jul 29 - Sep 29: $4132 +$573 +$1902
Sep 30 - Oct 06: $3908 +$486 +$1618
Fairmont Jasper Park
Lodge Hotel Upgrade:
N/A Additional +$300 Included
Fairmont Banff Springs
Hotel Upgrade:
N/A Additional +$300 Additional +$300
Pricing Details:
Prices are per person in Canadian Dollars and are subject to an additional 5% Canadian sales
tax.
Prices are based on double occupancy. For single and triple sharing, please request a quote.
To qualify for any current Specials, please request a quote.
Upgrades to Premium hotel rooms (5 stars) and Private Tours/Transfers are available.
Please request a quote.
