Canada's Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer(Silverleaf)
Canada's Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer(Silverleaf)
8 Days Starting in Calgary, AB, Canada and ending in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Visiting: Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Athabasca Glacier, Banff, Kamloops, Vancouver
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DCRSN19
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From:
$5097
$4929 (USD)
Operator discount: -$168
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Canada's breathtaking Rockies with the "Canada's Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer (Silverleaf)" tour. This adventure-packed tour invites you to explore the majestic landscapes of Jasper and Banff National Parks, marvel at the ethereal beauty of Lake Louise, and experience the thrill of the Columbia Icefield Adventure. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage through storytelling with a First Nations Cree guide. With luxury air-conditioned coach travel, cherry-picked hotels, and an expert Travel Director, this tour promises a seamless and enriching experience. From the scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway to the unique hockey experience in Canmore, every moment is designed to awe and inspire. Join us for a journey where natural wonders meet cultural depth, creating memories that last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Kick Start Your Journey In Calgary
Location: Calgary
Accommodation: The Westin Calgary
Accommodation Name: The Westin Calgary
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
Tip your Stetson to Canada’s ‘Cowboy Country’, kick-starting your adventure through the inimitable Rockies in Calgary. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.
Day 2: Uncloak The Ethereal Canadian Rockies
Location: Lake Louise
Accommodation: Chateau Jasper
Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a spiritual encounter with the Canadian Rockies, admiring the ethereal beauty of Lake Louise, the surrounding summits and Victoria Glacier, before we continue along the Icefields Parkway. Skirt the craggy peaks, waterfalls and luminous glacial lakes keeping an eye out for bears, elk and mountain goats as you make your way through the wilderness to Jasper.
Day 3: Enjoy The Wonders Of Jasper National Park
Location: Jasper National Park
Accommodation: Chateau Jasper
Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Soak up pristine natural surroundings enjoying a morning at leisure or joining an optional Jasper Float Trip. Next, enjoy a Be My Guest experience over lunch at Maligne Lake Chalet. Hear fascinating stories about Jasper and uncover local secrets with the entertaining Jasper Theater Productions. Then, take to the aqua waters of Maligne Lake (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island, named by the Stoney Nation indigenous people for the experiences their ancestors had at this place centuries ago. While Spirit Island is only a tiny grove of trees separated from the mainland by an isthmus, it becomes a true island for a few short days during the summer. Later, enjoy dramatic views as you take a guided walk to Maligne Canyon.
Day 4: Take An Excursion To The Athabasca Glacier Make Travel Matter
Location: Athabasca Glacier
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your adventure begins with a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier in an all-terrain Ice Explorer—a massive vehicle specially designed for glacier travel. On this thrilling trip, an experienced driver-guide will share local secrets about glaciers and their impact on our environment. Take a sip of ice-cold glacier water and admire the surrounding snowcapped panorama before continuing your journey to the alpine village of Banff. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we meet a Cree Guide who will share insight on how buffalo were so important to our survival, the interconnected relationship we have, the teachings of the Buffalo around the sacred contract we hold and how we may have become part of that sacred contract. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers.
Day 5 : Shoot Your Shot In Canmore
Location: Banff
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Learn the art of playing the puck like a pro when you meet a real Canadian hockey player in Canmore. Dive Into Culture and embrace Canada’s national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players' dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with help of a real coach. Grab your stick and it's off onto the ice where you'll soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty and learn how to score the big goal. A sightseeing excursion around Banff reveals the exquisite natural beauty of the area. Admire the classic viewpoint of Surprise Corner, spectacular Bow Falls, and the hoodoo rock formations. You may also choose a breathtaking helicopter optional for views of the Canadian Rockies you won't soon forget or take a ride on the Banff Gondola, you’ll see more mountains in a moment than most see in a lifetime! Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a bird’s eye view of six mountain ranges of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 6: Breathe Fresh Air In Banff
Location: Banff
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Travel Director for an optional excursion in the morning to explore the jewels of the Rockies and head to Yoho National Park and Moraine Lake in the Valley of Ten Peaks. See Takakkaw Falls, the second tallest waterfall in Canada. Straddle the continental divide at Kicking Horse Pass as you view the Spiral Tunnels, the famous railway built in the early 1900's. Later, toast to your travels and shared experiences with your fellow travelers over a Farewell Dinner.
Day 7: Board The Rocky Mountaineer
Location: Kamloops
Accommodation: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Accommodation Name: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
A sensational two-day journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops.
Day 8: Ride By Rail To Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Continue your journey by rail through British Columbia to Vancouver. Upon arrival into Vancouver, depart at your leisure. Train arrival into Vancouver is between 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Please take this into consideration when booking your flights.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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All transport and transfers shown
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International airfare is not included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but recommended
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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