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Canada

Train Tracks Through The Rockies: Banff to Vancouver

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Banff or Lake Louise - Kamloops - Vancouver (or vice versa)
  • Duration:
    2 days / 1 night
  • Price:
    from £ 1,498.- per person (excluding flights)
For train enthusiasts and those who enjoy the journey as much as the destination, the route between Vancouver and Banff is blessed with breathtaking views of deep gorges, dense forestry, rocky outcrops, and fast flowing rivers. On this two-day rail trip, you’ll also spend a night in Kamloops where you may wish to dine out on locally grown food along Victoria Street or take a stroll around the wonderful Riverside Park. Don’t miss Golden Hour either!
Woman looking out to Banff

Day 1 – Banff to Kamloops

You’ll arrive bright and early at the station in Banff, in time to watch your train slowly pull in! Onboard, you’ll settle into your seat from which you’ll be served regionally inspired gourmet breakfast and lunch.

En route, you’ll be treated to panoramic views and the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide including the mightily impressive Spiral Tunnels, as well as a chance to spot wildlife as you pass through the Glacier and Revelstoke National Park. By the evening, you’ll arrive in Kamloops where your transfer will be waiting to take you to your hotel. Your time here is your own and you’ll find plenty of great spots to eat along Victoria Street.

Day 2 – Kamloops to Vancouver

The next morning, you’ll depart Kamloops and follow the meandering Fraser River towards Vancouver. You’ll be served breakfast on board. Today, the landscape changes dramatically and you’ll soon discover winding river canyons and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate, as well as the cool blue lakes and rugged peaks of the Cascade Mountains.

Everywhere you look you’ll find steep gorges, flowing rapids, and dense forests. After another regionally-inspired lunch on board, you’ll arrive into Vancouver by the evening and from here, it’s time to say goodbye to the Rocky Mountaineer and begin the next part of your Canadian adventure!

Accommodation

hotel from outside
mountains and lake
chairs looking over swimming pool

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Upgrade to the Goldleaf Service

  • Price:
    From £ 2,035.- per person (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    Accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

If you really want to splash out and travel in luxury, you can upgrade to the GoldLeaf Service. With expansive views through the panoramic windows of a bi-level glass dome coach you will dine on gourmet meals and stay at an In Style hotel.

 

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