Western Canada Experience from Vancouver

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VACATION FEATURES:

Accommodations
- 4 nights hotel accommodation

Meals
- 2 Breakfasts onboard Rocky Mountaineer
- 2 Lunches onboard Rocky Mountaineer

Sightseeing Excursions and Tours
- 2 Day Rail Journey from Vancouver to Banff (Redleaf Service)
- Discover Banff Tour
- Evening Wildlife Tour & Cruise *

Admissions
- Banff Gondola Ride

Transfers
- Vancouver Taxi Transfer
- Banff Train Station to Hotel Transfer
- Banff to Calgary Transfer

Documentation
- Itinerary, brochures, maps and vouchers
- National Park entrance fees
- Hotel luggage handling

ITINERARY:

DAY 1 - Vancouver

Upon arrival into Vancouver transfer (on your own) to your chosen downtown hotel to check in. The rest of the day will be at your leisure to explore the coastal city.

DAY 2 - Vancouver to Kamloops

Today, start your two day train-trek through the province of British Columbia via the Rocky Mountaineer. Spectacular views abound as you travel through the Coastal Mountains, Fraser Valley and Hell's Gate. Arrive in Kamloops in the late afternoon for your overnight.(Breakfast and lunch are included on the train)

DAY 3 - Kamloops to Banff

This morning, you will be transferred to the Kamloops train station to reboard the 'Rocky Mountaineer' on your way to Banff. (Breakfast and lunch are included on the train) Travel along the South Thompson River, Kicking Horse Pass and through the Spiral Tunnels into Banff National Park. Upon arrival in Banff your Meet & Greet representative will take you aboard an exclusive Brewster motorcoach which will transfer you to your downtown hotel.

DAY 4 - Discovering Banff

Your morning excursion guides you through the town of Banff and its attractions. You'll ascend Tunnel Mountain Drive to view the town of Banff and the Hoodoo viewpoint. Visit the scenic Bow Falls and then there is an opportunity to ride the Banff Gondola (included) to the top of Sulphur Mountain for unforgettable panoramic views. Fare includes admission the Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola. You will have several photo opportunities during the day before you are dropped off at your chosen Banff hotel. This afternoon you will also have the opportunity to take a cruise around Banff National Park's largest lake - Lake Minnewanka.

DAY 5 - Banff to Calgary

A morning check-out ends your vacation in the Rockies. Transfer (included) via Brewster motorcoach from your downtown hotel in to the Calgary International Airport for your homeward or onward flight.


*When day tours or attractions are not operational in the off-season, the price will be adjusted or there will an alternative excursion/attraction made available.

Western Canada Experience is also available from Calgary, Alberta.