Traveling Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer: Western Explorer

Start a journey of incomparable beauty, where one natural wonder follows another.
Between effervescent Vancouver and charming Kamloops, the rushing streams give way to serenity as you approach Jasper National Park. Be sure to immortalise the numerous lakes fed by glaciers and dizzying waterfalls, which will stun more than one. Your friends that stayed behind will die of envy while admiring your photos. Isn’t it wonderful? By transporting people, we create a wave of magic in the world.

From Vancouver to Kamloops.
At the Vancouver station, get on board the Rocky Mountaineer before travelling through the fertile fields of the Fraser Valley. Little by little, the farmlands give way to the snow-covered summits of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, before the rumbling thud of raging waters announces that Hell’s Gate isn’t far. Then the pine forests give way to the desert beauty of the sandy hills of Kamloops, where you will spend the night. Accommodations at the hotel.

From Kamloops to Jasper.
Your journey continues to reveal a variety of landscapes. The rolling hills transform into snow-covered summits before the Pyramid Falls surge from their suspended valley, breaking 92 metres below, toward the North Thompson River. The shimmering Albreda Icefield and the majesty of Mount Robson mark the entrance to Jasper Park, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In your opinion, why is this route one of the most popular for more than a decade? A hint? All of the major attractions of the Canadian Rockies are included in this 8-day trip.

DAY 1: VANCOUVER
Arrival in Vancouver. Take time to explore this beautiful city by yourself. A Vancouver Lookout pass is available. Accommodation in Vancouver.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE CLOUDS
DAY 2: FROM VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS
A day aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Accommodation in Kamloops.

DAY 3: FROM KAMLOOPS TO JASPER
A day aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Accommodations in Jasper.

DAY 4: JASPER BEAUTY CIRCUIT
Admire the most beautiful attractions of Jasper National Park, including its many natural monuments and steep peaks. Perhaps you will also be lucky enough to see some of the animals that have taken up residence in this alpine kingdom! You have the rest of the day to explore Jasper as you see fit. Accommodations in Jasper.

DAY 5: FROM JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE
Board a coach to reach Lake Louise on the Glacier Drive. You will stop at Athabasca Falls before reaching the Columbia Icefield, where an Ice Explorer awaits you. A short stop is then planned at Bow Lake. Accommodation at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

DAY 6: FROM LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF
The morning is free. After dinner, a coach will take you to Yoho National Park. Among other things, you can admire the spiral tunnels, the Emerald lake and a natural rock bridge. The tour ends in Banff, which will welcome you for the night.

DAY 7: BANFF TO CALGARY WITH HELICOPTER TOUR ABOVE ROCKY
Enjoy a one-day tour ending in Calgary. In the morning, explore the Banff area on a coach. Check out Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos Cliffs. A ride aboard the Banff cable car is planned. Kananaskis then welcomes you for a 12-minute helicopter ride over the Rocky Mountains. Enjoy Calgary Tower with the complimentary pass. Finally, spend a well deserved night in Calgary.

DAY 8: CALGARY
Your Western Explorer tour ends when you leave the hotel in Calgary.

Service in French:

For certain departure dates, Francophone passengers will be able to enjoy a French service aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. They will be able to follow the stories using our French logbook MilePost, as well as make their meal choices from menus in French at all times.
Notes: for these departures the narration remains in English and the service in French is only available on board the train.

The price does not include: travel insurance, administration fees, client contribution to the Compensation Fund for Customers of Travel Agents of $ 1 CAD per $ 1,000 CAD.