Rockies, Islands and Gardens by Rail 12 Days / 11 Nights
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Your vacation in Canada beginsYour vacation in Canada starts with your arrival in Calgary, where our driver awaits your arrival. Soon you’ll be relaxing in comfort, as you wind through the foothills into Banff National Park. Here mountains tower around you and forests stretch endlessly. Overnight in little mountain hamlet of Banff.
Day 2 – Into the Canadian Rockies – Touring Banff
Wake bright and early, to meet a Fresh Tracks Canada guide and take an intimate tour of Banff and its surrounding areas. The mystery and beauty of Johnstone Canyon, Sulphur Mountain, and Lake Minnewanka are intensified as you lean their secrets. You can ask many questions as you like, as our tours are kept small to give you the best chance for discovery. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3 – Further Into the Canadian Rockies – Travel to Lake Louise
After a leisurely morning, our guide takes you to famous Lake Louise. Meander slowly along mountain roads, as your driver reveals hidden gems only accessible in a small touring vehicle. The grand finale of youre excursion is a lakeshore stroll at Lake Louise. Here, glaciers tumble down mountainsides into bright blue water, and forests frame the lake. Ask your vacation planner to pre-arrange a gentle canoe paddle or guided walk with a Mountain Heritage guide, or a sitting in the Fairview dining room for afternoon tea. Overnight at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 4 – From Lake Louise to Jasper on the Icefields Parkway
Shadowed by the towering peaks of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, your Icefields Parkway tour reveals all kinds of wonders. You will have the best chance to experience them with your small group, including a most exciting visit to the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest and most accessible icefields south of the Arctic Circle. Step out of the Ice Explorer and set your feet on ice millions of years old. Keep an eye out for one of our four legged ambassadors – elk, moose, mountain goats and even bears like to make an appearance for our guests throughout the day. After nearly a full day touring and a delicious picnic lunch, you arrive in Jasper.
Day 5 – Sightseeing Tour – Jasper National Park
Today is your opportunity to discover Jasper National Park. Your guide knows that Maligne Valley is the perfect place to see wildlife, so don’t be surprised to see antlers peeking through forest branches as you meander along. After a visit to mysterious Maligne Canyon, a highlight of your day will be a cruise on Maligne Lake, deep green in color, framed by wildflowers, and alive with the sound of mountain birds. This day of your vacation in Canada is bound to be a memorable one.
Day 6 – On the Rocky Mountaineer Train – Jasper to Kamloops
Your vacation in Canada takes to the rails! The scent of hot coffee wafts through your train car as you find your place and settle into the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer train. Travel west before heading south along the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. The sights of Canada out your large picture window are ever-changing from the high peaks of Mount Robson to the pulsing waters of Pyramid Falls. Enjoy some downtime from the railroad journey as you pull in to Kamloops.
Day 7 – On the Rocky Mountaineer – Kamloops to Vancouver
Continue westbound today onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train toward the coastal city of Vancouver. As you travel across Canada’s west coast, watch the dry interior become rushing rivers, lush forests and steep slopes of the coastal mountains. The sounds of the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate are so loud they reach your train car and you can almost feel the mist of the waters while on the observation deck. Passengers are known to spot all kinds of animals - have your camera prepared!
Arrive in Vancouver, surrounded by snowcapped mountains and beautiful ocean vistas.
Day 8 - Your vacation in Canada continues up to Whistler
Board the Whistler mountaineer this morning, and see how different the scenery looks as you pass though Howe Sound. Misty inlet views, rushing canyons, and cedar forests are all part of the scenery today. Arrive in Whistler around noon, and enjoy a thrilling experience as you ride the Peak to Peak gondola. Overnight in Whistler.
Day 9 - Float plane from Whistler to Victoria
See if you can spot the Whistler Mountaineer train from the sky today, as you soar above the Sea to Sky Corridor your to Vancouver Island. Arrive in Victoria’s harbor,, and spend the day discovering the delights of this quaint coastal city.
Day 10 - Victoria Whale Watching
A visit to Victoria wouldn’t be complete without a chance to see some of Victoria’s resident Orca pods. Feel the thrill as a whale breaches before you, leaving a mist of Pacific Sea water in it’s wake. Overnight in Victoria.
Day 11 - Victoria’s Butchart Gardens, and on to Vancouver
A guided tour through charming Victoria, and a visit to the Butchart Gardens are the perfect end to your stay on Vancouver Island. Enjoy a ferry ride back to the mainland, and check into your Vancouver hotel.
Day 12 - Vacation in Canada ends
Filled with memories of the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest, meet your driver and depart from Vancouver’s airport.
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