Rockies Rail Winter Wonderland
8 days / 7 nights
Trip Overview
Imagine climbing aboard a train in Vancouver, eating a wonderful meal and being lulled to sleep by the train’s gentle rocking as snow falls outside - then awakening in a Rockies winter wonderland and spending a few days playing outside and cozying up each night in a warm hotel...Map
1 nights Vancouver
1 night VIA Rail
2 nights Jasper
1 night Lake Louise
2 nights in Banff
Depart Calgary
Trip Images
Enjoy a sleigh ride on beautiful Lake Louise
Admire the majestic Rocky Mountains on this Canada rail trip
Try ice-walking in the Johnstone Canyon in Banff
Embrace winter in the Canadian Rockies as you ride the Canadian railway
Detailed Itinerary
ITINERARYDay 1 – Begin your Rocky Mountain Train Vacation – Arrive in Vancouver
The cool, crisp air in Vancouver invigorates you as you start your Canadian winter train trip. Vancouver’s relatively mild weather is a great introduction to a Canadian winter, but look to the north and you see what you’ve been dreaming of. Vancouver’s coastal mountains stand before you, covered in pure white snow.
The big city attractions, right next to the beauty of nature, are just outside the window of your warm, guided tour. As you shop along Robson Street you learn a new word: toque. Wear the ultimate Canadian winter accessory with pride when you travel to the Canadian Rockies.
Day 2 – Into the Canadian Rockies – Vancouver to Jasper on VIA Rail’s Canadian
A cozy and comfortable cabin awaits you on the Canadian train. A panoramic dome car - where you can relax, unwind, and see the sights all around you - is only a short walk from your cabin. Tasty meals are served in an elegant yet casual dining car and chatting over a drink with fellow travelers makes the evening end too quickly. You climb into your warm bed and are rocked off to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks as you travel further toward the Canadian Rockies.
Day 3 – Rockies Winter Wonderland – Arrive in Jasper
You awake on your travels to trees blanketed in fresh snow - with green branches just peeking through - as your Canada train trip nears the Canadian Rockies. The sun is shining on the pure white snow as you arrive in the mountain town of Jasper. Step off the train and breathe deeply - the fresh mountain air is invigorating.
Day 4 - Explore the Canadian Outdoors at your own pace
With a guide, embark on your choice of tour of one of the most spectacular areas of Jasper National Park. Choose to seek out wildlife with a naturalist and small group, or for those feeling invigorated, strap on some ice cleats and walk the floor of Maligne Canyon, surrounded by Icefalls and eerie rock formations.
Day 5 – Travel the Icefields Parkway – Jasper to Lake Louise
Welcome the morning by joining one of our drivers and relaxing in comfort as you head south along the Icefields Parkway. You’re traveling along one of the most scenic highways in the world, so wipe the sleep from your eyes quickly! This scenery is just a warm up for the sight that greets you in Lake Louise. You can choose from a lakeside sleigh ride this afternoon, or a spectacular snowshoe tour ending at sunset. with a guide. Afterwards, warm yourself with an indulgent fondue meal at the Walliser Stube restaurant.
Day 6 – The Southern Canadian Rockies – Lake Louise to Banff & Heli-tour
Travel from Lake Louise, and then head to the skies to explore Banff National Park by helicopter. Soar through Spray Valley, Goat Range Pass, and along the Sundance Range of Banff National Park, to witness vast expanses of snow covered peaks, icefalls tumbling off mountainsides, and enormous glaciers. The grand finale to your tour will astound you, as you pass be the “Matterhorn of the Canadian Rockies”, or Mount Assiniboine rising majestically to 3611 metres. For those wanting more adventure, meet a dogsled team on a mountain top, to race along the trails in pristine backcountry.
Day 7 – Explore the Canadian Rockies – Banff
Feel the mountains’ timeless embrace as you enjoy the last day on your Canadian Rockies train vacation. Banff is the liveliest of the mountain towns on your Canadian holiday and the energy on Banff Avenue is contagious. Quaint shops omit a warm welcoming glow, and the scent of homemade maple fudge wafts out of sweet shops.
Day 8 – Far too Soon – Departure from Calgary
Your Rocky Mountain winter train trip ends today as you travel by private vehicle through the foothills of the Canadian Rockies to Calgary airport in time for you flight home.
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Accommodation Styles
Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
Deluxe
An elegant deluxe hotel, located in a great location in downtown Vancouver. This hotel features one of the top rated fine dining restaurants in Vancouver. Plus there is an indoor pool, steam room, fitness centre and squash courts - so something for everyone.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Deluxe Lodge
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is it's own Canadian wilderness resort. The property is made up of many buildings with different room types throughout the resort. Relax by the lake, or enjoy a round of golf on the beautiful Stanley Thompson Golf Course, or enjoy a game of ice hockey on the lodge's pond. Be sure to keep your eyes open for Elk as they walk past your building!
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Deluxe
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is undoubtedly a beautiful and impressive hotel. Its amazing location overlooking beautiful Lake Louise and the distant mountains can not be compared. There are a variety of restaurant types, so you can do casual or fine dining as you choose. Strolling around the lake, renting a canoe, riding horses, or hiking up to the tea house are all great summer activities. In winter choose from snow shoeing, skating, skiing or taking a sleigh ride around the lake.
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Mountain Lodges
Just a few minutes from the town centre, Buffalo Mountain Lodge has the feel of a secluded mountain lodge and a luxury hotel at the same time. All rooms feature mountain views, wood burning fireplaces and each morning you'll receive a complimentary newspaper. Hiking trails are just a half mile away, and there is a hot tub, steam room and fitness centre to enjoy during you stay.
Options & Upgrades
Canada vacation options & upgradesThis trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
• For a romantic experience, select the ‘Romance by Rail’ upgrade and enjoy the intimacy of a private suite on the train. Fresh Flowers, chocolate, sparkling wine and breakfast in bed are just a few of the perks
• Optional winter activities, including skiing (downhill and cross-country), spa treatments or skating
• Extra nights in the Vancouver or the Rockies
Dates & Prices
Trip Start Dates - 2012This trip starts in Vancouver on the following Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
December 1, 3, 5, 8, 10,12,15,17,19*,22*,24*,26,29,31
January 2,5,7,9,12,14,16,19,21,23,26,28,30
February 2,4,6,9,11,13,18,20,23,25,27
March 1,3,5,8,10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29, 31
April 2
* Trips starting December 19 & 22 include 1 extra night in Lake Louise for standard, deluxe and deluxe plus programs. Due to hotel restrictions at the Jasper Park Lodge, deluxe and mountain lodge program guests will stay in a Fairmont Room on December 22 and 24 trips.
Note - Maligne Canyon Icewalk available after December 12 start date. Heli dogsledding available after December 9 start date, and not available after March 8
| Standard Hotels | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| Dec 1 - Dec 17, 2011 | 2,496 | 3,905 |
| Dec 19, 22, 2011 | 3,198 | 5,277 |
| Dec 24 - Dec 29, 2011 | 2,938 | 4,761 |
| Dec 31 - Apr 2, 2012 | 2,614 | 4,125 |
| Deluxe Hotels | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| Dec 1 - Dec 17, 2011 | 3,276 | 5,373 |
| Dec 19, 22, 2011 | 3,959 | 6,744 |
| Dec 24 - Dec 29, 2011 | 3,788 | 6,408 |
| Dec 31 - Apr 2, 2012 | 3,535 | 5,893 |
| Deluxe Plus Hotels | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| Dec 1 - Dec 15, 2011 | 4,920 | 8,537 |
| Dec 17, Dec 26 - Dec 31, 2011 | 5,218 | 9,276 |
| Dec 19, 2011 | 5,710 | 10,255 |
| Dec 22, 2011 | 5,212 | 9,252 |
| Dec 24, 2011 | 5,356 | 8,873 |
| Jan 2 - Apr 2, 2012 | 5,218 | 9,276 |
| Mountain Lodges | USD$ | |
| Double | Single | |
| Dec 1 - Dec 8, 2011 | 3,552 | 5,754 |
| Dec 10 - Dec 19, 2011 | 3,992 | 6,515 |
| Dec 22 - Dec 24, 2011 | 3,994 | 6,522 |
| Dec 26, 2011 | 4,176 | 6,884 |
| Dec 27 - Dec 28, 2011 | 4,088 | 6,707 |
| Dec 29 - Dec 31, 2011 | 3,929 | 6,387 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people sharing a room
• Triple, quad and child prices also available
Your Canada vacation includes*• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Cabin for 1 or 2 aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train, includes all meals while onboard
• Vancouver Sightseeing Tour, including Capilano Suspension Bridge
• Maligne Valley Wildlife tour or Maligne Canyon Icewalk
• Lake Louise Sleigh Ride or snowshoeing
• Fondue Experience at the Walliser Stube restaurant
• Yourt choice of Banff Helicopter tours - Mount Assiniboine flightseeing or Heli-dogsledding
• Scheduled Transfer between Jasper and Lake Louise (private transfer for Deluxe Plus and Mountain Lodge guests)
• Private Fresh Tracks transfers in Vancouver, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff and to Calgary Airport
* Activities and itinerary will vary for our Mountain Lodge guests. Please ask your Fresh Tracks Canada vacation specialist
Not included:
• Meals & activities unless otherwise mentioned
• Airfare
• Gratuities
• Taxes
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
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