Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise (62 km/38 mi)
Depart Banff today and travel along the lovely Bow Valley Parkway for a
casual drive. The Bow Valley Parkway between Banff and Lake Louise is a
low-speed, two-lane undivided roadway with numerous scenic outlooks
and pullouts. Be sure to stop for a quick nature walk at JohnstonCanyon,
where you can stand in the spray of a roaring mountain waterfall. Continue
on to the “Jewel of the Rockies,” Lake Louise. Lake Louise is the most
famous glacial lake in the Canadian Rockies, and one of the most beautiful
in the Western Hemisphere.
Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper (208 km/129 mi)
Today, travel through the spine of the Canadian Rockies along the amazing
Icefield Parkway. You’re sure to be enthralled by the scenery, wildlife,
incredible blue lakes and sparkling waterfalls en route (Please note:
Mountain lakes in this region will be frozen through to mid June). A stop
at PeytoLake along the way is a must. Don’t miss the Columbia Icefield
for a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier on board an Ice Explorer (included)
before continuing your journey to Jasper.
Day 5 Jasper Sightseeing
Explore this charming mountain village close to many terrific scenic highlights.
Take a tram ride up Whistlers mountain, or visit MaligneLake, one
of the most photographed lakes in the world, and enjoy a 90 minute
cruise heading toward the south end of this postcard setting (Maligne
Lake cruise not included). You will marvel at the magnificent shoreline
with dense forest and glacial peaks rising abruptly from the water’s edge.
Stopping at SpiritIsland, you will have the opportunity to take your own
version of the world famous photograph of the lake.
Day 6 Jasper to Kamloops (Rocky Mountaineer)
All aboard Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the
interior of British Columbia. Leaving JasperNational Park, travel the ‘Yellowhead’
route past the sprawling grandeur of Mount Robson ‘the highest
peak in the Canadian Rockies’ and follow the mighty Thompson River,
the route of early fur traders, before arriving in Kamloops.
(Breakfast & Lunch is included today)
Day 7 Kamloops to Vancouver (Rocky Mountaineer)
Leaving Kamloops follow the Thompson River through Ashcroft, One of
Canada’s driest towns, with an average rainfall of just 18 centimetres.
Pass through RainbowCanyon named for its cliffs striped with pinks,
greens and greys creating a stunning rainbow affect. Continue on to theFraserCanyon, where at Hells Gate watch water torrent past the canyon
walls at its narrowest point. The last leg of the journey takes you throughthe fertile farming region of the FraserValley to arrive in the Pacific portof Vancouver late afternoon. (Breakfast & Lunch is included today)
Features:
• Accommodation including provincial taxes for 6 nights
• Admission to either Banff Upper Hot Springs or Miette Hot Springs
Jasper
• Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier
• Sulphur Mountain Gondola
• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches onboard Rocky Mountaineer
• Exclusive travel documentation package including personalized maps,
itinerary and driving directions
Hotel Information
Moderate Grade
* Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (Kamloops Moderate Hotel)
* Jasper - Lobstick Lodge (Standard Room)
* Lake Louise - Lake Louise Inn (Superior Queen Room)
* Banff - Irwins Mountain Lodge (Standard Room)
Superior Grade
* Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (Kamloops Moderate Hotel)
* Jasper - Sawridge Inn (Standard Room)
* Lake Louise - Deer Lodge (Heritage Room)
* Banff - Banff Caribou Lodge (Standard Room)
Deluxe Grade
* Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (Kamloops Moderate Hotel)
* Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (Fairmont Room)
* Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Fairmont Room)
* Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Fairmont Room)
Not included:
• Rental Car
• Road Tolls
• National Park Entrance Fees
Land Tour list
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