Holiday Overview
A terrific 16 day rail holiday experience through Canada's Northern British Columbia on the famous Skeena route and the Rockies, including a stay in Victoria and Vancouver.
If this wasn't enough experience the Inside Passage on a ferry cruise from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert. The Inside Passage & Rockies are a paradise for photographers and wildlife enthausiasts. Take in a whale watching trip during your stay in Victoria, during your daytrip along the scenic Icefield Parkway ride on an Ice Explore onto the Athabasca Glacier, experience a Glacier Skywalk and have a ride on the Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola for awe-inspiring 360-degree views.
Northern BC & Rockies Explorer includes:
- Return UK flights
- 16 nights accommodation
- Peak 2 Peak Gondola
- VIA Rail private cabin between Vancouver & Jasper
- VIA Rail Vancouver to Jasper Meals : 1 Dinner and 1 Breakfast
- VIA Rail Skeena Touring Class Jasper to Prince Rupert
- VIA Rail Touring Class Meals : 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- Ice Explorer & Glacier Skywalk
- Banff Sightseeing tour & Gondola ride
- Flight from Port Hardy to Vancouver
- BC Ferry from Price Rupert to Port Hardy inc Private Lounge
Day 1 - Fly from UK to Vancouver
Fly from UK to Vancouver. Coach transfer from Vancouver Airport to Whistler. (included)
Day 2 - Whistler
Spend today at your leisure. Take advantage of your Peak2Peak Gondola ride ticket for some awe-inspiring views.
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Whistler Pinnacle
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Delta Whistler Village Suites
Four Seasons Whistler
Day 3 - Explore Whistler
Today is yours to spend at leisure exploring Whistler. Take advantage of the walks/hikes and lakes in Whistler.
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Whistler Pinnacle
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Delta Whistler Village Suites
Four Seasons Whistler
Day 4 - Whistler to Vancouver - Jasper
This morning depart on the coach from Whistler to Vancouver Downtown where you will then transfer to the nearby rail station for your trip on VIA Rail's 'Canadian' for the famous train journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Travel back in time to the days of classic rail travel. The original stainless steel 'streamliner' railcars (made famous by the 'Canadian' in the 1950) are totally refurbished with air conditioning, a cafe bar, lounge car, and access to the dome car. Exclusive to Sleeper Touring Class : In the evening attendants transform your quarters into cozy bunks or a bedroom. Visit the Dome Car where you will experience the true essence of travelling by train as a panoramic scene sweeps by. In Sleeper Touring Class some of the amenities include thick towels, plump pillows, cozy down duvets and a shower kit.
Day 5 - Canadian Rockies; arrive Jasper late afternoon
By the time you awake this morning the train will have just departed Kamloops to begin a day of travelling towards the Canadian Rockies and Jasper. Enjoy breakfast (included) while surrounded by dramatic scenery as you follow the banks of the Northern Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Around lunchtime the 'Canadian' begins its passage into the Canadian Rockies with views of snow capped peaks, Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Albreda Icefields. Pass by Mount Robson, which at 3954 metres is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper at 4pm and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the afternoon is yours to explore this unique mountain community. (breakfast and lunch is included today onboard VIA Rail)
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Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Jasper
Day 6 - Jasper to Banff
Travel by coach today via one of the most scenic highways in North America - the Icefields Parkway. Visit the Columbia Icefield that covers an area of nearly 325sq km and reaches a depth of 1050ft (320m). Time allows for an Ice Explorer ride (included) on the Athabasca Glacier, then stop at the award winning Glacier Skywalk (included) to experience a glass floored observation platform 918ft over spectacular glacier-formed valleys and rushing waterfalls. After, continue along the Icefield Parkway where stops will be made at Lake Louise, Bow & Peyto Lakes, the Crowfoot Glacier and the Athabasca Falls. This highway is renowned for sightseeing of bears, elk, moose & mountain sheep, so keep your camera handy. Please note : Mountain Lakes in this region will be frozen through to mid-June (picnic lunch included today)
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
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Banff Aspen Lodge
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 7 - Banff Sightseeing
This morning, tour the town of Banff and its environs. Among the highlights are visits to the the Hoodoos (shaped by centuries of wind) & Bow Valley Viewpoint, Surprise Corner, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka and Bankhead : an abandoned mining town and the relic of Banff's industrial past. At the end of the tour you will be taken to the Banff Gondola for a breathtaking ascent to the pinnacle of Sulphur Mountain for an awe inspiring 360-degree panorama of sheer mountain majesty. Return to downtown Banff at your leisure (transfer not included)
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
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Banff Aspen Lodge
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 8 - Explore Banff
Spend today at your leisure to explore Banff
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
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Banff Aspen Lodge
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 9 - Banff to Jasper
This morning is a leisure to explore Banff, early afternoon depart Banff on the express coach to Jasper arriving early evening
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Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Jasper
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Marmot Lodge Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 10 - Jasper
Spend today at your leisure in Jasper.
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Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Jasper
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Marmot Lodge Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 11 - Jasper to Prince George
Today (approx Midday) embark on a memorable rail journey with VIA Rail 'Skeena' across British Columbia's Cariboo Region to the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Pass the cloud-veiled peals of Mount Robson and watch the horizons widen as the train descends from the Rockies onto the rugged interior plateau. The northern arm of the Fraser River leads to Prince George. Arrive approx 7.10pm
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Sandman Inn & Suites
Day 12 - Prince George to Prince Rupert
Continuing west, enjoy the rugged beauty and pioneering character of a landscape once solely travelled by First Nation people and fur traders. The train follows the turbulent currents of the Skeena River and meanders through spectacular canyons and open valleys in the presence of ever present mountain ridges.
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Prince Rupert Hotel
Day 13 - Prince Rupert to Port Hardy
Welcome to the glorious Inside Passage, a paradise for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. Sail to Vancouver Island through a maze of enchanting islands, relishing the ever-changing vistas of deep fjords, densely forested shorelines, massive ice-flows and jagged inlets. Watch bald eagles soaring overhead, sea lions slumbering on the rocks and whales traversing the offshore waters.
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Quarter Deck Inn
Day 14 - Port Hardy to Vancouver
This morning depart on a scheduled flight to Vancouver. Make your own way to downtown Vancouver (taxi not included) for your 3 night stay.
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The Listel Hotel Vancouver
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Hotel Opus
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 15 - Vancouver
Spend today at your leisure taking in the best of Vancouver. Perhaps even pre-book an excursion, ask one of our Canada Experts for some recommendations.
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Blue Horizon Hotel
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Hotel Opus
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 16 - Vancouver
Spend today at your leisure taking in more of Vancouver's attractions. We highly recommend the full day trip to Victoria, ask one of our Canada Experts for more details.
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Blue Horizon Hotel
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Hotel Opus
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 17 - Fly Vancouver to UK
Whistler Pinnacle Hotel
Experience Whistler with Pinnacle. Make yourself at home in this warm and inviting boutique hotel - that perfect blend of contemporary style and unique West Coast mountain charm.
Delta Whistler Village Suites
Stunning views of Whistler and the Blackcomb Mountains and a fantastic location make the Delta Whistler Village suites the ideal place to stay when visiting this beautiful, year-round resort . Surrounded by Whistler’s trendiest shops as well as popular restaurants and activities, this all-suite hotel is just four blocks from ski lifts and two blocks from the Whistler Conference Centre.
Four Seasons Whistler
Grand in scale, intimate by nature, luxury Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler epitomizes the mountain spirit. Inside, find 291 luxury lodge guest rooms, including 95 hotel suites and 20 private residences with open-sky spaciousness and European-styled refinement. An expansive timber, glass and stone lobby harmonizes your transition between the great outdoors and the cosy wood hotel interiors of your private space in Whistler.
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre, Jasper
Offering cosy accommodations, eclectic dining, extensive resort style facilities, and a wide variety of exciting adventure and relaxation packages, The Sawridge Inn Jasper is the hotel of choice when visiting the beautiful Jasper National Park. Located at the east end of the town's main street, this resort style property can accommodate all of your needs.
Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offers a mountain lodge hotel featuring luxurious spa services and facilities as well as comfortable accommodation, all in one outstanding location. This ideal holiday spot is located on Banff Avenue, the main street in the town of Banff. Surrounded by mountains, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. Take advantage of the complimentary passes for the Banff transit, which offers service to various attractions.
Banff Aspen Lodge
The Banff Aspen Lodge hotel offers warm, friendly hotel accommodations in Banff National Park. Enjoy an intimate Canadian mountain experience and make the Banff Aspen Lodge Hotel your base as you explore the surrounding Rocky Mountains and the culture of the town of Banff. The Banff Aspen Lodge offers a friendly and cosy atmosphere with the best hotel rooms in Banff. Guestrooms are spacious, newly renovated and offer excellent value!
The Rimrock Resort Hotel, Banff
The Rimrock Resort Hotel is a AAA/CAA Four Diamond Hotel located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park. The Rimrock Resort Hotel offers exceptional views of the Canadian Rockies, fine dining, a luxury spa, along with special accommodation packages to suit your holiday needs. With unmatched style, decor and superb hospitality, the Rimrock Resort Hotel is a very special place to visit for a truly remarkable experience.
Marmot Lodge, Jasper Holidays
A Spectacular Mountain Setting in Jasper
Located on the main street of Jasper (Connaught Dr.) and nestled among lush evergreens, Marmot Lodge in Jasper welcomes you to the Canadian Rockies. This Jasper hotel is surrounded by the natural beauty of Jasper National Park, and visitors often catch a glimpse of wildlife wandering throughout the grounds. Marmot Lodge is the perfect place for family vacations, large groups, and couples looking for a serene mountain getaway.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Located on the shores of Beauvert Lake in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge resort invites you to experience the unique accommodations and Luxury Signature Cabins, sure to evoke memories of this Jasper Lodge that will last a lifetime.
Sandman Inn & Suites
A perfect blend of comfort, quality and service, Sandman Hotel & Suites Prince George has everything to make your stay absolutely ideal.
Prince Rupert Hotel
The Prestige Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of historic Prince Rupert, close to shopping and a variety of great local restaurants.
Quarter Deck Inn
Port Hardy’s newest hotel with deluxe rooms overlooking the marina and the spectacular local scenery. The Quarterdeck Resort and Marina is a full-service hotel, complete with a marina, pub and restaurant.
Hotel Opus
The only boutique hotel in Vancouver to receive the coveted Forbes Four-Star rating in 2014, and named "Top 5 Trendiest Hotels in the World" by TripAdvisor, OPUS is more than somewhere to stay, it is somewhere to be. With striking design, personality plus, and a fabulous location in the heart of vibrant Yaletown in downtown Vancouver, this is the hotel of choice for savvy travellers who like their lodgings with a little more flavour. Perfectly situated just blocks from the cruise ship terminal, adjacent to the sea-wall and surrounded by the city's best restaurants and lounges, the Opus is perched in the best location in Vancouver. Our dedicated, talented staff offers warm, world-class service that persuades guests to return again and again.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, Vancouver
The Fairmont Waterfront luxury hotel showcases the best of Vancouver. Conveniently located, the hotel connects by covered walkway to the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, the cruise ship terminal at Canada Place, and the Sky train. Situated on scenic Burrard Inlet, it has a central to sightseeing and shopping in Vancouver.
Blue Horizon Hotel
Ideally located downtown in Vancouver in the heart of famous Robson Street, the Blue Horizon hotel offers the corporate and leisure traveller proximity to both the financial district and the entertainment centre of Vancouver. Fashionable Robson Street offers shopping, sidewalk cafes, restaurants, night-time entertainment and all this on your doorstep.
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