Banff and Canadian Rockies Pre-Voyage Extension
The Rockies by Rail: Banff, Vancouver and Beyond
Journey from Calgary to Vancouver through the soaring peaks, turquoise lakes and glacier-carved valleys of the Canadian Rockies before embarking on your Alaska expedition aboard Greg Mortimer. Discover the spectacular landscapes of Banff National Park, then board the Rocky Mountaineer for a two-day rail journey west through mountain passes, river canyons and the wild landscapes of British Columbia. Traveling in GoldLeaf Service, take in sweeping views from a bi-level glass-dome coach and outdoor viewing platform while enjoying locally inspired cuisine and stories from onboard hosts that reveal more about the places unfolding beyond your window.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Calgary, Alberta
Arrive in Calgary, where the prairies of Alberta meet the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. Meet a Rocky Mountaineer representative at the airport and transfer by taxi to the hotel. Settle in and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Day 2 - Calgary / Banff
After breakfast, journey west into Banff National Park, where forested valleys, turquoise lakes and snowcapped peaks define Canada’s oldest national park. Ascend Sulphur Mountain on the Banff gondola for panoramic views across the Bow Valley and surrounding ranges, then check into your hotel in time for dinner. (B,D)
Day 3 - Banff
Spend the day exploring Banff and its remarkable surroundings at your leisure. Browse the shops and galleries along Banff Avenue, follow the Bow River Trail to rushing Bow Falls or visit the Whyte Museum to discover the art and heritage of the Canadian Rockies. Dinner is at the hotel this evening. (B,D)
Day 4 - Rocky Mountaineer: Banff / Kamloops
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for a rail journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, crossing the Continental Divide and Kicking Horse Pass amid towering peaks, rushing rivers and dense forests. From the train’s bi-level glass-dome coaches and outdoor viewing platform, take in expansive views while enjoying locally inspired cuisine and stories from your onboard hosts about the region’s wildlife, landscapes and history. Breakfast and lunch are served on board before arriving in Kamloops, set amid the rolling hills and grasslands of British Columbia’s Southern Interior. Transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. (B,L)
Day 5 - Rocky Mountaineer: Kamloops / Vancouver
Continue west aboard the Rocky Mountaineer as the open landscapes of British Columbia’s Southern Interior give way to steep river canyons and, eventually, the fertile Fraser Valley. Follow the Thompson and Fraser Rivers, passing the narrow gorge and rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in Fraser Canyon before approaching the Pacific Coast. Breakfast and lunch are served on board. On arrival in Vancouver, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. (B,L)
Day 6 - Vancouver / Embark Ship
After breakfast, explore the history and culture of Vancouver on a half-day city tour, including a visit to the Vancouver Lookout—the city’s only observation deck, featuring 360-degree views of the region. Continue to the cruise terminal and embark the Greg Mortimer for the start of your Alaska expedition. (B)
costs & What's Included
| Occupancy | Price per Person* |
|---|---|
| Double Occupancy | |
| Single Occupancy |
*Pricing subject to change based on departure date.
Cost Includes:
Two days aboard Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service, including two hot breakfasts and two lunches in the dining car; complimentary beverages and snacks onboard; five nights hotel accommodation in Calgary, Banff, Kamloops and Vancouver; five breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; National Park Pass; sightseeing and transfers as indicated; luggage handling at hotels and stations; shared rail station transfers in Banff, Kamloops and Vancouver.
Not included:
Airfare; meals not indicated; driver gratuities during sightseeing tours; additional accommodation, excursions and transfers not indicated; items of a personal nature.