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First Passage to the West Rail Journey with Rocky Mountaineer

Bookend a two-day railway journey westward through the Rocky Mountains with stays in Calgary and Vancouver.

Touch down in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, spending a night in Calgary. You’ll transfer to Banff, a sensationally beautiful wonderland, where you have two days to explore the delightful town and the wilderness beyond. From Banff, you’ll board the famous Rocky Mountaineer on a journey to Vancouver that’ll take two days through remarkable landscapes, disembarking overnight to stay at a hotel in Kamloops. A city break in Vancouver finishes your trip in style.

Rail journey
7 nights
Calgary, Banff, Kamloops, Vancouver

From £3,395 per person

Pairing a Rockies railway journey with a city break in Vancouver.

Please note that selected departures in June and July will follow an alternative route and not travel to Vancouver due to the Fifa World Cup. Please contact us for further details.

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  • tick13 nights
  • tickBoard Basis - Full Board (Cruise & Rocky Mountaineer) Room Only (elsewhere)
  • tickHolland America Line
  • tick1 night Fairmont Palliser - Calgary
  • tickCalgary to Banff scheduled transfer
  • tick2 nights Mount Royal Hotel - Banff
  • tick1 night Rocky Mountaineer (Gold Leaf) - Banff to Vancouver
  • tick2 nights Georgian Court Hotel - Vancouver
  • tick7 night Inside Passage Cruise aboard MV Konigsdam
  • tickVerandah Stateroom with Have It All Package included (crew appreciation
  • tickpremium Wi-Fi
  • tickelite beverage package
  • tickup to $300 shore excursion credit
  • tickand specialty dining)
  • tickStops at Tracy Arm Inlet - Juneau - Skagway - Glacier Bay - Ketchikan
  • tickFly with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow
  • tickFlights available from other UK airports - contact us for details
  • tickBased on 26th April 2026 departure

Itinerary overview

Day 1: Calgary

A city stopover

Your holiday starts in Calgary in the Canadian province of Alberta, known as the gateway to the R...

Days 2 to 3: Banff or Lake Louise

A scenic wonderland

Banff National Park is one of the most exquisitely beautiful places on the planet, thanks to its ...

Day 4 to 5: Rocky Mountaineer

To Vancouver in style via Kamloops

Board Rocky Mountaineer in the morning in Banff. Breakfast is served as the train pulls away, and...

Day 5 to 8: Vancouver

A city on the water

Having reached the Pacific Coast, you’ve got three days to get to know beautiful Vancouver. There...

Extend your holiday

Add an Alaska cruise

The majority of Alaska cruises set off from Vancouver so this itinerary can easily be added to an...

Day 1: Calgary

A city stopover

Your holiday starts in Calgary in the Canadian province of Alberta, known as the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. After touching down, you’ll transfer to your hotel and spend a night here. The next day, you’ll leave the city behind when a transfer collects you and takes you on an 80-mile drive westbound to Banff.

Days 2 to 3: Banff or Lake Louise

A scenic wonderland

Banff National Park is one of the most exquisitely beautiful places on the planet, thanks to its endless mountains, glaciers, valleys, lakes, and forests. But the scenic views are just the beginning of what makes Banff so appealing. There are outdoor activities to try, including hiking, canoeing, rafting and mountain biking. But finding a quiet spot to soak it all in is just as wonderful. Instead of staying in the town of Banff itself, you can enjoy an bucket-list few nights on the shores of Lake Louise. Located further along the valley, at the southern reaches of the Icefields Parkway, this glacier-fed lake is surrounded by an amphitheatre of Rocky peaks. You can go canoeing on the lake, walk the lakeshore or more hilly trails, or drive to Moraine Lake for even more of those jaw-dropping mountain views.

Discover Banff & its Wildlife & Banff Gondola

Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper

Discover the town of Banff and its unspoiled natural surroundings. Tour highlights include Bow Falls, the hoodoos that are curiously shaped by centuries of erosion, Surprise Corner, Tunnel Mountain Drive overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and the magnificent Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Also included are tickets for the Banff Gondola, check-in assistance and return transportation to your hotel. Maple cookies and refreshments are provided.

Sightseeing tour See the top sights of Banff and view wildlife in their natural habitat Learn about Banff and its wildlife from your experienced guide Ascend to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in Banff Gondola, offering amazing panoramic views

Lake Louise & Moraine Lake

Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper

Drift away and delve deeper into Canada’s awe-inspiring natural beauty as we set sail to two of the Canadian Rockies’ most beautiful lakes. Cruise to the Jewel of the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise, and the world-renowned Moraine Lake and savour each and every second spent voyaging the sparkling waters. This immersive experience welcomes you to watch, wander and explore, with a serving of moreish maple cookies thrown in for good measure! Be sure to snap plenty of souvenir photos, especially from the viewpoint at Moraine Lake and treasure moments and memories you’ll look back on for years to come.

• Duration: Four hours
• Daily departures
• Operates June to October
• Group experience

Good to know
Please note that the road to Moraine Lake is weather dependent. If the road is closed, passengers will spend extra time in Lake Louise.

Day 4 to 5: Rocky Mountaineer

To Vancouver in style via Kamloops

Board Rocky Mountaineer in the morning in Banff. Breakfast is served as the train pulls away, and the scenery outside the window will captivate you. The route retraces the historic Canadian Pacific Railway, passing waterfalls and glaciers before following the South Thompson River to Kamloops. It’s a leisurely, relaxing day, with lunch with wine served onboard. You’ll arrive in Kamloops in the early evening, disembarking and transferring to your hotel for a peaceful night. There are two types of carriages to choose from on board Rocky Mountaineer. Both are glass-domed and feature locally inspired menus, but in the bi-level GoldLeaf carriages, seating is on the upper level with a separate dining room on the lower level for your breakfasts and lunches and a larger exclusive outdoor viewing platform. SilverLeaf Service features a single level dome coach with meals served in the comfort of your seat. The next day, you’ll be collected from your hotel and return to the station where the Rocky Mountaineer awaits. You’ll depart in the morning, enjoying breakfast on the train as you journey through desert-like landscapes before reaching the white water of Hell’s Gate and the mighty Fraser River. You’ll enjoy lunch onboard and pass through the Coast Mountains before reaching Fraser Valley, reaching Vancouver in the evening, where you’ll disembark, your Rocky Mountaineer journey complete. The image is of the GoldLeaf Service carriage.

Day 5 to 8: Vancouver

A city on the water

Having reached the Pacific Coast, you’ve got three days to get to know beautiful Vancouver. There’s a little bit of everything here – beaches, rainforests, mountains, and lovely neighbourhoods for wandering and exploring. Don’t miss the historic charms of Victorian-era Gastown. Visit the market on Granville Island, take a floatplane flight to Vancouver Island, or cross the Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver’s rainforest. Or enjoy this fabulously cosmopolitan city's shopping, restaurants, and water views.

Vancouver Scenic Seaplane Flight (Classic Panorama)

Vancouver

Harbour Air Seaplanes' most popular tour of the North Shore Mountains. This ideal introduction to seaplane aviation departs from downtown Vancouver's bustling Coal Harbour and includes a complete aerial view of the city. Photographers will especially enjoy a bird's eye view of Horseshoe Bay, English Bay and Deep Cove. The sensation of landing on water is always a memorable.

Sightseeing tour 20 minute seaplane flight Aerial views of the downtown skyline, Stanley Park, English Bay, the Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore Mountains

Granville Island market tour

Vancouver

Granville Island is Canada's second most visited destination and Vancouver's destination for lovers of food, art and culture. Offering fresh, local seasonal produce, it's where you might see Vancouver's chefs shopping for their menus. During the tour, you'll savour a variety of foods from independent farmers and food artisans from Vancouver and beyond. Award-winning charcuterie, local cheeses, artisan bread, melt-in-your-mouth donuts, and world-class coffee and chai.

Walking tour Indulge in more than 20 food and drink tastings Tour the market with the expertise of a friendly local guide Soak up the vibe of the market, filled with artisans, musicians and performers

Victoria Day Trip by Floatplane

Vancouver

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands to beautiful Victoria. A coach tour to the Victoria Butterfly Gardens, and the famous Butchart Gardens, a privately owned 55-acre floral display garden, is included in your trip. While you're in Victoria, you can also take time for shopping and visiting museums. After returning to downtown Victoria, depart on the flight of your choice back to Vancouver.

Sightseeing tour Fly to Victoria via seaplane Coach tour to Victoria Butterfly Gardens and Butchart Gardens Take time to explore Victoria at your leisure

Vancouver City Tour & Capilano Suspension Bridge

Vancouver

Ride and relax with guided commentary through Vancouver's vibrant downtown. See spectacular waterfront landmarks including the sails of Canada Place and the bustling Robson Street shopping strip. Then soak in the view over Lions Gate Bridge as we venture to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Here you'll be thrilled with both the natural surroundings and all the park has to offer. Take a stroll on the Cliffwalk, or saunter with the clouds in the Treetops Adventure. Next up are the sandy shores of English Bay on the west side of Stanley Park, and then a stop to tour the wonders of Granville Island. Finally, a scenic drive through the historic neighbourhoods of Chinatown.

Sightseeing tour Combine city sightseeing with forest adventure Explore Vancouver with a guide's insight Drive through downtown, Stanley Park, Granville Island and China Town, amongst others.

Extend your holiday

Add an Alaska cruise

The majority of Alaska cruises set off from Vancouver so this itinerary can easily be added to an optional voyage northward. We work with a selection of handpicked cruise lines that operate round-trip and one-way trips along the majestic coastlines of British Columbia and the USA’s ‘last frontier’, including Celebrity Cruises and Holland America Line. For more information, contact one of our Personal Travel Experts. The above itinerary may need to be altered to link rail and cruise departure dates.

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