9 Days/8 Nights 

A leisurely and luxurious vacation featuring GoldLeaf Service onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, the services of our concierge and stays in Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff.

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Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
You will be met on arrival at Vancouver International Airport and transferred by limousine to your downtown Vancouver accommodation. Spend the rest of the day exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, with dinner included.

Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops, GoldLeaf Service
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops while enjoying the added comforts and amenities of GoldLeaf Service, including dining in the GoldLeaf Dining Room and viewing the spectacular scenery through dome windows. One of the highlights of today's journey is watching water torrent past the Fraser Canyon's walls at Hell's Gate, the canyon's narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops. Dinner is included this evening at your Kamloops hotel. Overnight in Kamloops.

Day 3 Kamloops to Jasper, GoldLeaf Service
Back onboard the Rocky Mountaineer you will follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus into the snowy peaks of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Pass by Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3954 meters (12,972 ft), before entering Jasper National Park. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. Overnight at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge with dinner included.

Day 4 Jasper Sightseeing
This morning meet your driver/guide, Concierge and fellow travelers on a tour of Jasper. Attractions include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon and Athabasca viewpoint. During today's tour and upcoming sightseeing tours in the Canadian Rockies, you will travel in a specially designed motorcoach providing extra legroom and additional comfort. While your concierge ensures that you tour in comfort, your driver/guide will explain many points of interest throughout the Canadian Rockies over the next several days. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the Jasper Park Lodge, your concierge will be able to suggest multiple activities available in the Jasper area. Overnight at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge with dinner and breakfast included.

Day 5 Icefields Parkway Tour from Jasper to Lake Louise
Transfer to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Stops will be made at Athabasca Falls and Sunwapta Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. It is here that you will ride a Snocoach to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). En route from the Icefields you will view Crowfoot Glacier and Peyto Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise with dinner and breakfast included .

Day 6 Lake Louise to Banff

Enjoy a full-day tour of Banff and Yoho National Parks. Begin your morning in Yoho Park visiting the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural Rock Bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. After free time for lunch (not included) your tour continues to the main attractions of Banff. Among the highlights are Bow Falls, the Cave and Basin Centre, Banff Gondola, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos*. Overnight at The Fairmont Banff Springs with dinner and breakfast included.

Day 7 Free Day in Banff

Today is at leisure to explore Banff National Park on your own. Some optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff's historic museum, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or enjoying a round of golf. Overnight at The Fairmont Banff Springs with dinner and breakfast included.

Day 8 Banff to Calgary
Transfer this morning to the Stampede City of Calgary for a City Highlights Tour. Calgary was the venue for the 1998 Winter Olympic Games and your tour will include a visit to Calgary Olympic Park with it's towering ski jumps and bobsled runs. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Calgary. A visit to the Calgary Tower is included where you can view the city and the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Overnight at The Fairmont Palliser Hotel with dinner and breakfast included.

Day 9 Vacation ends
After check-out this morning transfer by limousine to Calgary International Airport where your tour conclude.

Prices are one way, per person, and do not include GST
	Deluxe Hotels
From Vancouver	Double	Single
Apr 30 - May 21	$5,989	$8,099
Jun 4 - Sep 24	$6,699	$9,459
Oct 1 - 8	$5,799	$7,749
Private Guided Touring: Days 4 -6	Add $1,399	Add $3,099
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Prices are one way, per person, and do not include GST
	Deluxe Hotels
From Vancouver	Double	Single
Apr 30 - May 21	$5,989	$8,099
Jun 4 - Sep 24	$6,699	$9,459
Oct 1 - 8	$5,799	$7,749
Private Guided Touring: Days 4 -6	Add $1,399	Add $3,099
Click here to make a booking or inquiry about this tour

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