Itinerary Details
Rocky Mountaineer: First Passage to the West Vancouver to Banff Rail Only
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Verbiage days : 1 - 1
FPW Vancouver to Banff Rail Only
Transfer days : 1 - 1
Coach Transfer Vancouver Hotel to Vancouver Station - Rail Only
Early this morning you will be transferred by motorcoach to the station from your selected pick-up location. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.
Rail days : 1 - 1
Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel 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. Breakfast & lunch are included onboard. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops. Spend the evening exploring the city of Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room. Your expected arrival time in Kamloops will be between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays.
Misc days : 1 - 1
Onboard Host Gratuity
Transfer days : 1 - 1
Coach Transfer Kamloops Station to Kamloops Hotel
Upon arrival at the Kamloops train siding, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.
Accommodation days : 1 - 2
Kamloops Accommodation
Upon check-in for your train departure, you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your accommodation in Kamloops or the surrounding area, including Sun Peaks Resort. Your accommodation will be of a moderate standard but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Transfer days : 2 - 2
Coach Transfer Kamloops Hotel to Kamloops Station
Early this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train siding from your hotel. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.
Rail days : 2 - 2
Kamloops to Lake Louise
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Kamloops Station to continue your journey east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. 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. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb over Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Breakfast and lunch are included onboard. Your expected arrival into Lake Louise is between 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM.
Rail days : 2 - 2
Lake Louise to Banff
Continue on to your final destination in Banff. Please note you will not disembark the train at Lake Louise. Your expected arrival time in Banff is between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM.
Misc days : 2 - 2
Onboard Host Gratuity
Transfer days : 2 - 2
Coach Transfer Banff Train to Banff Hotel - Rail Only
Upon arrival at the Rocky Mountaineer Banff Train Siding please make your way to your assigned motorcoach. Your luggage will already be loaded onto your motorcoach. You will be transferred with your luggage to the Drop-Off Location noted in your itinerary. Please remember to collect your luggage when you arrive at your Drop-Off Location. Should your assigned Drop-Off Location be different than your overnight accommodation, please ensure you are able to bring your luggage with you as it may be a short walk or additional taxi to your hotel.
days : 2 - 2
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