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Journey through the Clouds Grand Adventure
  Varies pp

  • Duration: 11 Days
  • Destinations: Canada

Journey through the Clouds Grand Adventure

Begin or end your journey in Vancouver or Calgary and be whisked away in luxury to beautiful Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff. Blend breathtaking adventure with plenty of time to relax and take in the Canadian Rockies on your own. Enjoy a tour of Jasper National Park, the Columbia Icefields and the Banff Gondola.

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Included With Your Trip
  • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages onboard the train
  • Gourmet sweet and savory snacks onboard the train
  • Luggage handling and rail station transfers
  • Attentive and knowledgeable onboard hosts
  • AAA Benefit: Up to $100CAD per person Onboard Merchandise Credit
Additional Information

Itinerary can also be done Westbound, Calgary to Vancouver, BC.

Day 1: Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic coastal city on your own. That could be discovering Stanley Park, taking a small ferry to Granville Island, or much more. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2: Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3: Departing early in the morning, travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, located 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 landscapes 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 ends in the evening as the train travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into the town of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.


Day 4: Early in the morning, 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, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, followed by Pyramid Falls and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Your rail journey ends this evening on arrival in the resort town of Jasper. Overnight in Jasper. B, L.


Day 5: Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. The resort town of Jasper and the surrounding national park offer various activities from relaxation to adventure. Overnight in Jasper.


Day 6: Travel from Jasper to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, and Athabasca Falls are among the day's highlights. 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 about its geological features. Lunch is provided at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise. L.


Day 7: Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. With its unique history and picturesque scenery, Lake Louise will not disappoint. Learn about the local wildlife, paddle the lake by canoe, or simply relax amongst the beauty. Overnight in Lake Louise.


Day 8: This morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. In the afternoon, a half-day transfer 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. Your transfer ends upon arrival in Banff. Please note: While departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your luggage will be stored upon checkout, and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour departs. Overnight in Banff.


Day 9: Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from relaxing in the Banff hot springs, and exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures. Overnight in Banff.


Day 10: Today you will enjoy a full-day transfer concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. Before leaving Banff, you will enjoy a visit to the Banff Gondola (cost of admission included). Overnight in Calgary.


Day 11: Your journey ends upon check out from your Calgary hotel.


Departure Dates
Start: May 1, 2025
End: September 18, 2026
Price: Varies pp


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Product Code: AAA-RKYMTN

Deposits are required at the time of booking and full payment of the balance must be made 60 days prior to travel. All figures advertised are expressed in USD as a guideline only and may vary at the time of booking based on changes in exchange rate with the CAD for our Canadian routes. Value of Offer is per person. All bookings are subject to the full booking terms and conditions which are available at rockymountaineer.com. Additional conditions apply. ?The AAA member benefit savings values of $150 USD per couple on Rocky Mountaineer Canadian routes and $100 USD per couple on the US route are applicable to SilverLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service bookings on Canadian routes and SilverLeaf Service or SilverLeaf Plus bookings on the US route, for all 2025 packages, excluding 2-and 3-day rail only journeys. Offer is available in conjunction with Rocky Mountaineer in-market offers. $150 savings on Canadian routes and $100 savings on the US route are valid per couple in USD. $75 or $50 per guest based on double occupancy. Single traveler receives same savings per person ($75 or $50 USD). Additional conditions may apply.*Please refer to vendor brochure or their website for general information, itineraries and all terms, conditions and responsibility statements Additional conditions may apply.

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