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Canadian Rockies Circle - via Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff
11 Day(s)/ 10 Night(s)
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Day 1 Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own.
Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops
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
River Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks
of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the
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 and
into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 3 Kamloops to Jasper
Your journey continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the
province of Alberta. Once again you will be surrounded by dramatic scenery as
you follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and
Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental
Divide. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the
Canadian Rockies at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), Pyramid Falls, as well as the
climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Your rail journey ends
on arrival in the resort town of Jasper this evening. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 4 Jasper Sightseeing
Spend either the morning or afternoon touring Jasper by motorcoach. Attractions
include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, Maligne Canyon and Athabasca viewpoint. The
remainder of the day is free to explore more of Jasper National Park
independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the
Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the
Columbia Icefield. It is here that you will ride an Ice Explorer to the middle
of Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your
driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting
geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included).
Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise
this afternoon. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 6 Free Day in Lake Louise
Enjoy a free day in Lake Louise. Take a stroll beside the lake or an afternoon
paddle in a canoe. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 7 Lake Louise to Banff
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 that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour
you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff. Please note: While
departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 1:30 p.m.,
scheduled check-out time is normally 11:00 a.m. Your luggage will be stored on
check-out and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour
departs.
Day 8 Banff Sightseeing
Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff this morning. Among the
highlights are visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin
Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free to spend at
leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Day 9 Banff to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops
in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. Your journey offers you a
spectacular range of scenery as you travel between the high peaks of the
Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along
rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the interior. Today’s highlights
include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, the Kicking Horse Canyon,
Rogers Pass, Craigellachie where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway
was driven, and of course the glaciers and snowcapped peaks of the Canadian
Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 10 Kamloops to Vancouver
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 the winding river
canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush
green fields of the Fraser River 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.
Day 11 Vancouver Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.
Reverse itinerary is also available.
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