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CANADIAN ROCKIES AT LEISURE
VANCOUVER - JASPER - LAKE LOUISE - BANFF - CALGARY

10 Days / 9 Nights

Take your time and relish the majestic beauty of the Canadian Rockies. This slower paced tour includes a relaxing two-night stay in each resort and two full days to be spent at your leisure.

CANADIAN ROCKIES AT LEISURE map

Vacation Includes

  • 2 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
  • 9 nights hotel accommodation
  • Jasper Tour
  • Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, between Jasper and Lake Louise
  • Guided lakeshore stroll at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • Yoho Park Tour, between Lake Louise and Banff
  • Tour between Banff and Calgary, including Banff Gondola
  • Summit Helicopter Flightseeing
  • Exclusive Attractions Pass
  • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper
  • Luggage handling and National Parks Pass
  • 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches 

 

EASTBOUND 
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.
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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.
B, L

DAY 4

Jasper

Today you will enjoy a short 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. Overnight in Jasper.

DAY 5 Jasper to Lake Louise Travel along one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. 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). A brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
DAY 6 Lake Louise

Relax and explore the delights of one of the scenic icons of Canada’s West. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

DAY 7 Lake Louise to Banff

This morning enjoy a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll around stunning Lake Louise. After lunch, a half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.

DAY 8 Banff Spend the entire day exploring Banff National Park on your own. Optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, a nature walk, visiting Banff’s historic museums or cruising on Lake Minnewanka. Overnight in Banff.
Day 9 Banff to to Calgary with Summit Helicopter 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 10 Calgary Your Canadian Rockies at Leisure vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.

 

WESTBOUND 
from Calgary

DAY 1

Calgary

Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in the “Stampede City” on your own. Overnight in Calgary.

DAY 2

Calgary to Banff with Summit Helicopter

Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy the highlight of today, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Continue on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.

A price reduction of $119 will apply for the Summit Helicopter Tour in the event of inclement weather or if a guest chooses not to fly.

DAY 3

Banff

Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff’s historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or playing a round of golf at The Fairmont Banff Springs. Overnight in Banff.

DAY 4

Banff to Lake Louise

A half-day 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 Lake Louise where you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

DAY 5 Lake Louise Enjoy a free day in Lake Louise. Local activities include canoeing, hiking in the mountains or simply relaxing and taking in the magnificent views. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
DAY 6 Lake Louise to Jasper

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield you will take a ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.

DAY 7 Jasper

Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies largest national park. Today you will enjoy a short 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 8 Jasper to Kamloops Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Kamloops. You will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops.
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Day 9 Kamloops to Vancouver Your journey continues west towards the coastal city of Vancouver. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Overnight in Vancouver.
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Day 10 Vancouver Your Canadian Rockies at Leisure vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.

B: Breakfast included
L: Lunch included
D: Dinner included

 

Service Levels & Prices (CAD) Deluxe - Fairmont GoldLeaf RedLeaf Service

Trip
Dates:

May 27 - Sep 26

$6,079

$5,379

$3,339

Trip
Dates:

Sep 30 - Oct 04

$4,779

$4,149

$2,639

Hotels featured in each package

Jasper

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe Room

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Room

Marmot Lodge, Standard Room

Banff Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Deluxe Room Rimrock Resort, Deluxe Room Banff Ptarmigan Inn, Run of House
Lake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Deluxe Lakeview Room Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Lakeview Room Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Room
Calgary Fairmont Palliser, Junior Suite Delta Bow Valley, Delta Room International Hotel Suites Calgary, Studio/Twin Suite

Vancouver

Fairmont Waterfront, Portside Deluxe Room

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Room

Cascadia Hotel & Suites, Hotel Studio Suite

Prices are one-way per person based on double occupancy. Prices do not include GST. Prices for singles, triples and children, and additional pre-purchased meals are available on request.

Trip Dates

EASTBOUND 
from Vancouver

2010

Sep 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 30
Oct 4

 

WESTBOUND 
from Calgary

2010

Sep 2, 5, 9, 12, 26, 30

 

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