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Vancouver to Banff: First Passage to the West - GoldLeaf Service 06 Apr, 2025

RAIL VACATIONS / Canada

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Overview

Trip Overview

Start your journey in Vancouver, exploring its scenic waterfront, Stanley Park, and vibrant neighborhoods. On the second day, visit the stunning Capilano Suspension Bridge, followed by a leisurely afternoon in the city. Days three and four take you on a luxurious train ride through the majestic Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, with gourmet meals and breathtaking views. Arrive in Banff on day five, staying at the iconic Banff Springs Hotel, where you can explore Banff National Park and its alpine beauty. 

Highlights

Departures

Wednesday & Sunday: April & October
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: May to September

 

Trip Includes

  • 2 nights deluxe accommodation in Vancouver
  • 1 night moderate accommodation in Kamloops
  • 2 nights deluxe accommodation in Banff
  • 2 days Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
  • Luggage handling and rail station transfers in Kamloops
  • 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on board Rocky Mountaineer
  • Shared Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park Tour
  • Private transfer from Vancouver Airport to Vancouver
  • Private transfer from Banff to Calgary Airport        

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Entrances fees to sites and activities not explicitly listed as included
  • Transfers not mentioned
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa fees if applicable

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

Vancouver International Airport to Vancouver

 

Fairmont Waterfront

2 Night Stay

Meal Plan: Room Only

Surrounded by the coastal mountains, the harbour, and lush city parks, The Fairmont Waterfront offers fabulous accommodations, impeccable service, magnificent views, and a convenient location. Located directly across the street from Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, hotel has spectacular views of Vancouver's harbour and North Shore Mountains. Historic Gastown, Stanley Park, fine dining, and fantastic shopping are all within walking distance.

Fairmont Waterfront

Breathtakingly suspended 230 feet above and 450 feet across Capilano River, Capilano Suspension Bridge takes you to towering evergreens, serene trails, and the award-winning attraction, Treetops Adventure. Seven suspension bridges, some reaching as high as 100 feet, take you high above the forest floor for a thrilling encounter within the heart of the forest. The Cliffwalk is a heart-stopping 700 foot (215m) long walkway taking guests along the granite cliffside of Capilano Canyon on a series of bridge, platforms and stairways cantilevered up to 30 storeys above Capilano River. Naturalist Engagement Stations, First Nations cultural exhibit and voices from the past at the Story Centre mingle with the sounds of live seasonal musical entertainment. Unmatched shopping at the Trading Post and West Coast cuisine round out this entertaining West Coast experience. This excursion is a Signature Experience with Destination Canada.

From November to January, guests are invited to the Celebrate Canyon Lights Winter Festival, recapturing the feeling of wonder and excitement of the holiday season with the hundreds of thousands of lights throughout the park. The magnificent Douglas firs will be lit above and below the collars, making these trees the eight tallest Christmas trees in the world! Included are the ‘Snowy Owl Prowl’, decorating gingerbread cookies (by donation) and sing-along carols with the holiday band.

Start an unforgettable journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, departing from the vibrant city of Vancouver, bound for the tranquil enclave of Kamloops, nestled deep within the heart of British Columbia's interior. Enjoy a day of breathtaking contrasts as the landscape unfolds before your eyes, transitioning from the verdant splendor of the Fraser River valley to the rugged beauty of forests and meandering river canyons embraced by the towering peaks of the Coast and Cascade mountains. Delight in the spectacle of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon and marvel at the sheer grandeur of the steep slopes and rocky outcroppings along the Thompson River. As day turns to dusk, savor the serenity of the journey along the shores of Kamloops Lake. Enjoy moderate-standard accommodation in Kamloops, with breakfast and lunch included onboard

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

Fairmont Banff Springs

2 Night Stay

Meal Plan: Room Only

Located in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world-famous Fairmont Banff Springs is a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to guests since 1888. Unrivaled among Banff luxury hotels, our year-round mountain resort offers a 27-hole championship golf course during the summer, exceptional skiing in the winter, an award-winning spa, and several distinctive dining experiences.

Fairmont Banff Springs

 

Kamloops to Banff

Continue your journey eastward towards the majestic Canadian Rockies and the picturesque province of Alberta. Enjoy the stunning panorama of landscapes, traversing expansive ranchlands, skirting rocky lakeshores, ascending lofty mountain passes, and venturing through the storied tunnels that weave into the tapestry of the Canadian Rockies' rich rail history. Today's itinerary boasts iconic highlights including Craigellachie, the historic site of the final spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway, the exhilarating climb over Rogers Pass, the dramatic Kicking Horse Canyon, the mesmerizing Spiral Tunnels, and the awe-inspiring glaciers and snow-capped peaks that define the essence of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends in the mountain hamlet of Lake Louise or the resort town of Banff. Breakfast and Lunch included.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

Banff to Calgary Airport

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