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2010 Western Explorer - Eastbound
Experience this trip first-hand to discover why it has been our most popular vacation for more than a decade. Here’s a hint — all of the must-see sights of the Canadian Rockies are included in this seven night itinerary.
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Package Inclusions
- 2 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer in your choice of RedLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service
- 7 nights hotel accommodation
- Jasper Sightseeing Tour
- Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Jasper to Lake Louise
- Guided lakeshore stroll at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Yoho Park Tour, Lake Louise to Banff
- Banff to Calgary Tour, including Banff Gondola
- Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
- Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper
- Luggage handling and National Parks Pass
- Exclusive Attractions Pass
- 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches
Westbound Itinerary also available.
- Vancouver
- Kamloops
- Jasper
- Lake Louise
- Banff
- Calgary
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations offers over 70 unique Canadian vacation packages and four spectacular train trips through British Columbia, Alberta and the Canadian Rockies. Best known for the world-acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer® train, a two-day, all daylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies, the company also offers trips onboard the Whistler MountaineerT train, a three-hour experience between North Vancouver and Whistler, BC.
EASTBOUND ITINERARY, Leaving from Vancouver
- Day 1 Vancouver: Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
- Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops: Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops.
- Day 3 Kamloops to Jasper: Your rail adventure continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Pyramid Falls, and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Overnight in Jasper.
- Day 4 Jasper: Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies largest national park. Today you will enjoy a scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
- Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise: Travel along the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving at Lake Louise. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
- Day 6 Lake Louise to Banff: Enjoy a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll around stunning Lake Louise. After lunch, a tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
- Day 7 Banff to Calgary with Summit Helicopter: Enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Continue on to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Overnight in Calgary.
- Day 8 Calgary: Your Western Explorer vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.
For reservations or additional information, call 1-866-286-9323 to speak with an experienced travel consultant.
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