Rockies Southern Rail Excursion
WESTBOUND - CALGARY TO VANCOUVER
Rocky Mountaineer Rail & Coach Tour (5 Days / 4 Nights)
Many people from all over the world come to experience Rocky Mountaineer’s most scenic rail route, which travels through the most challenging piece of railway track on the Canadian Pacific Railway’s route. The journey is filled with awe-inspiring scenery, including the Rogers Pass and the Spiral Tunnels. During the guided motor coach tour, you will discover many must-see highlights of Banff and Lake Louise, as well as exciting activities to make this tour an exhilarating adventure.
- 2-day Rocky Mountaineer train trip
- Guided Banff motorcoach excursion
- Motorcoach transfer from Calgary to Banff
- 1 independent day in Lake Louise
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- 4 breakfasts & 2 lunches
- Rail station transfers in Kamloops
- National Parks Pass & Toll Fee
- Banff Gondola
- Services of a tour director
ABOUT THIS TOUR
- One-way Rocky Mountaineer rail & deluxe motor coach tour from Calgary
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Service Level: GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf
- Hotel Locations: Banff (2 nights), Lake Louise and Kamloops,
- Hotel Accommodation: Choice between standard or deluxe
- Clientele: All ages
- To book this tour a deposit is required
The price of this tour varies by departure date. The rates per person, before tax are:
SILVERLEAF SERVICE:
$4,129 – $4,969/per person
(based on double)
GOLDLEAF SERVICE: $5,029 – $5,859/per person
(based on double)
May | 4, 6, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 |
June | 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 |
July | 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 |
August | 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 |
September | 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 |
FAQ’S
Pent-up demand for 2023 Canadian vacations has been extremely high, and we highly recommend that you book your seats as early as possible
Key West Travel does not offer individual pick-ups as our tour guests would like to depart Vancouver as scheduled. Usually, the tour departs from Hyatt Regency Downtown Vancouver (655 Burrard Street).
Standard hotels are mountain lodge-style while deluxe hotels are resort-style. The majority of our guests choose standard accommodation as these hotels are very clean and comfortable, and travellers will get their own private room and washroom. Travellers who book deluxe accommodation often do so because they want to stay at Chateau Lake Louise. If you want to book deluxe accommodation, be sure to book early as these hotels sell out quickly – availability is limited within 6 months of departure!
Gratuities are not included in the prices (unless indicated). While it is neither our place nor our wish to tell you how much to tip, gratuities in Canada are often given in recognition of service excellence.
This depends on the day. If you are travelling from Vancouver to Jasper or Banff, it will be a minimum of 10 hours. However, every 2-3 hours, you get out of the bus for mini breaks. During the sightseeing days, you will spend little time on the bus as you will be walking/sightseeing/hiking & etc.
Deluxe Hotels in each destination
- Banff (2 nights): The Rimrock Resort Hotel (Premium View Room)
- Lake Louise: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Fairmont Lakeview Room)
- Kamloops: Hotels are assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Standard Hotels in each destination
- Banff (2 nights): Aspen Lodge or similar
- Lake Louise: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Fairmont Room)
- Kamloops: Hotels are assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Day 1 (Calgary To Banff – by Coach)
Arrive in Calgary and spend time exploring this cosmopolitan city on your own. That could be going to the top of the Calgary Tower, exploring Prince’s Island Park or much more. Overnight in Banff
Day 2 (Banff National Park, Lake Louise – by Coach)
Full day of sightseeing tour in Banff and surrounding area. Some of the highlights include, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and Lake Minnewanka /Johnston Canyon. At Lake Louise, stroll the shores of the glacier-fed lake and enjoy the atmosphere of the world-famous Chateau Lake Louise. Afternoon highlights include Moraine Lake, the Banff Springs Hotel, the Upper Hot Springs, and views from the top of Sulphur Mountain. Overnight in Banff. [B]
Day 3 (Lake Louise Surroundings – Independent)
Enjoy Lake Louise or discover colourful Banff at your leisure: boutiques, art galleries, cafés, and shopping. Overnight in Lake Louise. [B]
Day 4 (Lake Louise To Kamloops – By Rocky Mountaineer Rail)
(Departs: 8:20 Am, Arrives: 6:50 Pm)*
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Lake Louis to Kamloops in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. Your journey offers 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 engineering marvel Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, Craigellachie where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, and of course the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops. [B] [L]
Day 5 (Kamloops To Vancouver – By Rocky Mountaineer Rail)
(Departs: 7:30 Am, Arrives: 5:15 Pm)*
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 Coastal Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and snow sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in Fraser Canyon. Your journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. [B] [L]
* Times may vary, subject to rail traffic
[B] = Breakfast
[L] = Lunch
GoldLeaf Rail Service
Relax and enjoy unparalleled panoramic views from a custom-designed, two level, glass-domed GoldLeaf coach. For more information about the GoldLeaf Service click HERE.
Silverleaf Rail Car
Take in the awe-inspiring scenery through the windows of a custom-designed, single-level dome coach. For more information about the SilverLeaf Service click HERE.
“Excellent tour and saw amazing places and experienced lovely things. It met our needs of visiting the Rockies and was well priced for what it had offered. Well worth the money. Brad was very well spoken and knowledgeable with all the information he provided. He knew his information/history and provided us with all necessary information. Len was very friendly and professional one of the best drivers from a tour company we have experienced.”
Ronald & Amanda Mallia Swansea, NSW, Australia