Canadian Rockies and Vancouver on Rocky Mountaineer Vacations

Eastbound Itinerary

Day	Activities
1	Arrive in Vancouver
2	Vancouver Sightseeing Tour
3	Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops
4	Rocky Mountaineer to Banff
5	Free day in Banff
6	Banff tour, including Banff Gondola. Transfer to Calgary
7	Vacation ends

2008 Vacation Start Dates

Sundays, Tuesdays & Fridays

Apr	1 6 11 15 20 25 29
May	2 4 6 9 11 13 16 18 20 23 25 27 30
Jun	1 3 6 8 10 13 15 17 20 22 24 27 29
Jul	1 4 6 8 11 13 15 18 20 22 25 27 29
Aug	1 3 5 8 10 12 15 17 19 22 24 26 29 31
Sep	2 5 7 9 12 14 16 19 21 23 26 28 30
Oct	3 5 7 10 12

Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 Vancouver Sightseeing
Enjoy a five-hour sightseeing Mountains and Vistas Tour of Vancouver’s spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are the Capilano Fish Hatchery, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Treetops Adventure, and Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views of the city, ocean and surrounding mountains. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3 Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains, to the desert-like environment of the interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake and into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.

Day 4 Kamloops to Banff
Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today’s highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the resort town of Banff this evening. Overnight in Banff.

Day 5 Free Day in 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 6 Banff to Calgary
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Banff before an afternoon transfer to Calgary. Among the highlights are the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Overnight in Calgary.

Day 7 Calgary Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Calgary hotel.

Starts Vancouver
01 Apr-25 Apr	$1,889	$2,279	$2,019	$2,529	$2,219	$2,919
29 Apr-27 May	$2,439	$2,989	$2,829	$3,739	$3,079	$4,229
30 May-28 Sep	$2,739	$3,459	$3,199	$4,349	$3,529	$4,979
30 Sep-12 Oct	$2,439	$2,979	$2,769	$3,599	$3,039	$4,139
Child (2-11 years)	$1,879	$1,879	$1,919	$1,919	$1,929	$1,929
Meal Plan:	Add $363		Add $685		Add $685

RedLeaf Service

Starts Vancouver
01 Apr-25 Apr	$1,289	$1,679	$1,419	$1,929	$1,619	$2,319
29 Apr-27 May	$1,599	$2,149	$1,989	$2,899	$2,239	$3,389
30 May-28 Sep	$1,899	$2,619	$2,359	$3,509	$2,689	$4,139
30 Sep-12 Oct	$1,599	$2,139	$1,929	$2,759	$2,199	$3,299
Child (2-11 years)	$1,039	$1,039	$1,079	$1,079	$1,089	$1,089
Meal Plan:	Add $383		Add $705		Add $705

Prices are per person and do not include GST.

Westbound Itinerary

Day	Activities
1	Arrive in Calgary
2	Transfer to Banff. Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola
3	Free day in Banff
4	Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops
5	Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver
6	Vancouver Sightseeing Tour
7	Vacation ends

2008 Vacation Start Dates

Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays

Apr	3 7 12 17 21 26
May	1 3 5 8 10 12 15 17 19 22 24 26 29 31
Jun	2 5 7 9 12 14 16 19 21 23 26 28 30
Jul	3 5 7 10 12 14 17 19 21 24 26 28 31
Aug	2 4 7 9 11 14 16 18 21 23 25 28 30
Sep	1 4 6 8 11 13 15 18 20 22 25 27 29
Oct	2 4 6 9 11 13

Day 1 Calgary Arrival
Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in the “Stampede City” independently. Overnight in Calgary.

Day 2 Calgary to Banff
Depart Calgary this morning for a tour to Banff. Highlights include Lake Minnewanka, the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Banff on your own. Overnight in Banff.

Day 3 Free Day in 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 Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. Your journey offers you a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the high peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the interior. Today’s highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, the Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, Craigellachie – where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops.

Day 5 Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River 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 journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 6 Vancouver Sightseeing
Enjoy a five-hour sightseeing Mountains and Vistas Tour of Vancouver’s spectacular North Shore. Among the highlights are the Capilano Fish Hatchery, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Treetops Adventure, and Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views of the city, ocean and surrounding mountains. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 7 Vancouver Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.

Starts Calgary
03 Apr-26 Apr	$1,889	$2,279	$2,019	$2,529	$2,219	$2,919
01 May-26 May	$2,439	$2,989	$2,829	$3,739	$3,079	$4,229
29 May-27 Sep	$2,739	$3,459	$3,199	$4,349	$3,529	$4,979
29 Sep-13 Oct	$2,439	$2,979	$2,769	$3,599	$3,039	$4,139
Child (2-11 years)	$1,879	$1,879	$1,919	$1,919	$1,929	$1,929
Meal Plan:	Add $363		Add $685		Add $685

RedLeaf Service

Starts Calgary
03 Apr-26 Apr	$1,289	$1,679	$1,419	$1,929	$1,619	$2,319
01 May-26 May	$1,599	$2,149	$1,989	$2,899	$2,239	$3,389
29 May-27 Sep	$1,899	$2,619	$2,359	$3,509	$2,689	$4,139
29 Sep-13 Oct	$1,599	$2,139	$1,929	$2,759	$2,199	$3,299
Child (2-11 years)	$1,039	$1,039	$1,079	$1,079	$1,089	$1,089
Meal Plan:	Add $383		Add $705		Add $705

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