Canadian Rockies Circle - 9 nights
This Vancouver nine night round-trip package includes some of the main sights in the Canadian Rockies, including two nights in Banff and Jasper as well as a night in the deluxe Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel, which overlooks breathtaking Lake Louise. This package includes the luxury of 4 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train in SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf service, and the rest is sightseeing by motorcoach. A range of hotel options are available. If any part is not suitable, let us know as we can easily make changes.
If you have more time, then you should consider the Grand Rail Circle (12 nights) or the Golden Circle (11 nights), as these packages give you more time in the Canadian Rockies and onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train.
Canadian Rockies Circle
Route Map
Itinerary Summary
Canadian Rockies Circle
Day |
Activities |
Overnight |
Sunday |
Check in to your Vancouver hotel |
Vancouver |
Monday |
Rocky Mountaineer Train to Kamloops |
Kamloops |
Tuesday |
Rocky Mountaineer Train to Banff |
Banff |
Wednesday |
Banff Tour with Banff Gondola |
Banff |
Thursday |
Yoho National Park. Transfer to Lake Louise |
Lake Louise |
Friday |
Icefields Parkway Tour |
Jasper |
Saturday |
Jasper Nature Tour |
Jasper |
Sunday |
Rocky Mountaineer Train to Kamloops |
Kamloops |
Monday |
Rocky Mountaineer Train to Vancouver |
Vancouver |
Tuesday |
Check out of your Vancouver hotel |
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What is Included?
Package Includes:
- 4 days Rocky Mountaineer Train (GoldLeaf or SilverLeaf Service)
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches (onboard trains)
- 9 nights hotel accommodation (as specified in quote)
- Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola
- Yoho National Park, Banff to Lake Louise
- Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Lake Louise to Jasper
- Jasper Nature Tour
- Rocky Mountaineer onboard train host gratuities
- Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff and Jasper
Our quotes do not include (unless specified):
- Transportation from/to Vancouver airport
- Meals, other than specified
- Activities, other than specified
- Gratuities for hotel and transfer staff
Note: For your convenience, our quoted rates include all tax.
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Detailed Itinerary
SUN - Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own.
Overnight in Vancouver.
MON - Vancouver to Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer Train
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the BC interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops.
Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.
TUE - Kamloops to Banff - Rocky Mountaineer Train
Your journey continues Eastward to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today’s highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your rail journey ends this evening in the resort town of Banff.
Overnight in Banff. B, L.
WED - Banff Sightseeing
This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Banff National Park. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos.
Overnight in Banff.
THU - Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location.
Overnight in Lake Louise.
Note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 1:00 p.m., scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.
FRI - Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Lunch is included at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon.
Overnight in Jasper. L.
SAT - Jasper Nature Tour
Jasper National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park extending over 11,000 square kilometres (4,247 square miles). Today you will embark on a tour of one of the most spectacular areas of Jasper National Park. The first stop is at Maligne Canyon where 10,000 years of erosion have created a 49-metre deep gorge. Set off on a short walk to marvel at the Maligne River as it thunders through the canyon in a series of waterfalls. From the canyon continue to the “mysteriously” disappearing Medicine Lake and then to Maligne Lake.
Overnight in Jasper.
SUN - Jasper to Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer Train
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass, and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops.
Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.
MON - Kamloops to Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Train
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
Overnight in Vancouver. B, L.
TUE - Vancouver Departure
Your journey ends upon checkout from your Vancouver hotel.
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Departure Dates: 2025 and 2026
This package starts in Vancouver on Sundays and Thursdays from mid April through until early October.
In 2025 the earliest start date is 13th April, 2025, and the latest is 5th October, 2025
In 2026 the earliest start date is 16th April, 2026, and the latest is 4th October, 2026
Prices: 2025 and 2026
For package rates in 2025, please contact us for more information. You can also view the rail only pricing online.
For package rates in 2026, please contact us for more information. You can also view the rail only pricing online.
Prices depend on the time of year you travel, the hotels you stay in and the level of service you choose onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train (SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf service).
Let our Rocky Mountaineer specialist make the best choices for you, based on your preferences, to ensure you are not paying more than you need to for your Rocky Mountain train vacation.
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