Rockies Winter Train Adventure 8 days / 7 nights

Trip Overview

The crisp mountain air fills your lungs and the fresh snow tickles as it falls on your face – this is the Canadian Rockies train vacation package you have been dreaming of.

Spend your days enjoying the snowy season then curl up in a warm, comfortable hotel room and watch the moon reflect on fresh snow.

With plenty of fun outdoor activities included, the Rockies Winter Rail Adventure train trip is the ultimate way to vacation in the winter wonderland of the Canadian Rockies.

Map

Arrive Calgary
2 nights in Banff
1 night Lake Louise
2 nights Jasper
1 night VIA Rail
1 nights Vancouver
Depart Vancouver

Trip also available in reverse

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Begin your Canadian Rockies Train Vacation – Arrive in Calgary You land in Calgary and are impatient to climb onto your luxury motorcoach up to Banff – your Canadian winter train trip is starting! Look out the window at the winter Canada is famous for as you travel up through the foothills of the mountains and right into the Canadian Rockies.

Day 2 – The Adventure Starts - Johnston Canyon Icewalk With strap on ice shoes and a walking pole provided by your friendly guide, you will hike on steel walkways built into the canyon walls that give an airy view of the Johnston canyon below. Travel through prime wildlife habitat on your way to the trailhead and learn the clues to how the canyon was formed. This popular walk will lead you past the lower falls and to the breathtaking upper icefalls.

 Day 3 – Explore the Southern Canadian Rockies – Banff to Lake Louise You have the morning to explore Banff before you make your way by scheduled transfer to your next stop, Lake Louise. The sun glints off the ice as skaters glide across the surface, with the surrounding mountains providing a background worthy of any postcard. Included during your stay in Lake Louise is a sleigh ride along the lakeside trail.

 Day 4 – Pushing Further North in the Canadian Rockies – Lake Louise to Jasper Welcome the morning by boarding a luxury motorcoach and relaxing in comfort as you head north along the Icefields Parkway. This is one of the most scenic highways in the world - a sea of snowcapped trees borders the route, you can feel the cool air through your window, and the air is invigorating. Overnight is Jasper.

 Day 5 – The Canadian Outdoors – Dogsledding With thorough instruction from your knowledgeable guides, you’re ready to mush your own team of huskies in the Canadian Rockies! Feel the dogs’ strength as they strain against the harness; the wind whistles past your ears and carries the sound of your huskies happy panting. Rosy cheeked, with an inescapable smile on your face, you give the dogs a pat as you warm yourself around a campfire and enjoy a hearty lunch cooked over the open flame.

 Day 6 – The Canadian Rockies by Train – Jasper to Vancouver on the 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. Climb into your warm bed and get rocked off to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks as you travel across Canada by train.

 Day 7 – Winter in the City – Arrive in Vancouver Vancouver’s temperate climate is a welcome end to your Canadian Rockies train vacation. Vancouver’s coastal mountains stand before you, covered in pure white snow. Big city attractions right next to the beauty of nature – this is what Vancouver’s all about.

Day 8 – Much too Soon – Depart Vancouver After a week of snow, adventure, and new memories, you bid Canada farewell as your Canadian train trip comes to an end and you fly home from the Vancouver Airport.

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Accommodations

Fairmont Hotel Waterfront

Deluxe

This luxury hotel is located in Vancouver's inner harbour, minutes from Canada Place, the cruise ship terminals and gastown. Sit back and relax in your room as you watch floatplanes take off and land right in front of you with the beautiful north shore mountains as your backdrop. Plus you have the luxurious common amenities that come with staying at any Fairmont hotel.

Sawridge Inn

Superior

Just a 10-minute walk to Jasper's downtown core, this superior hotel offers award-winning dining, and features an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi tub and outdoor hot tubs.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Superior and 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.

Fairmont Banff Springs

Deluxe

Styled after a Scottish Baronial Castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs is located in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy one of the many activities that the hotel has to offer from tennis, horseback riding, a round of golf, skiing, relaxing at the the Willow Stream Spa (charge), or enjoying a great meal at one of 12 restaurants, lounges or pubs.

Options & Upgrades

All our trips can be customized for your ideal vacation

 • 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),snowboarding or a wildlife tour in Banff or Jasper
• Extra nights in the Vancouver or the Rockies

Dates & Prices

2009-10 Departure Dates
 Departing Calgary on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Dec 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31
Jan 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24
Feb 23, 25, 28
Mar 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Apr 1, 4, 6, 8

Departing Vancouver on Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Nov 30
Dec 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31
Jan 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Mar 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29
Apr 1, 3, 5
Standard Hotels USD$ CAD$
Double Single Double Single
Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 1,665 2,106 1,665 2,106
Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 2,031 2,753 2,031 2,753
Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 1,744 2,232 1,744 2,232
Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 1,761 2,282 1,761 2,282
Superior Hotels USD$ CAD$
Double Single Double Single
Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 1,910 2,579 1,910 2,579
Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 2,411 3,492 2,411 3,492
Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 2,019 2,763 2,019 2,763
Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 2,097 2,919 2,097 2,919
Deluxe Hotels USD$ CAD$
Double Single Double Single
Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 2,276 3,215 2,276 3,215
Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 2,818 4,290 2,818 4,290
Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 2,336 3,331 2,336 3,331
Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 2,533 3,731 2,533 3,731
Price Notes
 • Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room

Includes • 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Overnight accommodation aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train
• Silver & Blue Class - use of dome car & lounge seating
• Meals onboard VIA Rail's Canadian (dinner & breakfast)
• Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon
• Half-day Dogsledding excursion (not available March 28-April 8, 2010)
 • Sleigh Ride at Lake Louise
• Motorcoach transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff, and Banff to Calgary Airport

Not Included • Meals & activities unless otherwise mentioned
• Airfare
• Gratuities
• Airport transfer in Vancouver
• GST
• Trip Cancellation Insurance

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