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Western Canada by Rail

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Calgary

    Calgary
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel)
  3. Day 2

    Calgary to Banff National Park

    Calgary to Banff National Park
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel), Lodge (Rundlestone Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing in downtown Calgary
    • Visit Fort Calgary
    • Visit Stampede Park
    • Visit Saddledome
    • Visit Canada Olympic Park
    • Orientation tour of Banff National Park
    Landmarks
    Fort Calgary
    Stampede Park
    Saddledome
    Canada Olympic Park
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  4. Day 3

    Banff National Park

    Banff National Park
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Rundlestone Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking in Banff National Park
    • Horseback riding in Banff National Park
    • Golfing in Banff National Park
    • Visit Banff townsite
    • Relax at the hot springs
    • Optional helicopter ride for aerial views of the Canadian Rockies
    • Panoramas & Peaks optional excursion to Moraine Lake in Valley of the Ten Peaks (begins operating early June)
    Landmarks
    Moraine Lake
    Valley of the Ten Peaks
    Banff Hot Springs
  5. Day 4

    Banff National Park - Lake Louise - Columbia Icefield - Jasper National Park

    Banff National Park - Lake Louise - Columbia Icefield - Jasper National Park
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Rundlestone Lodge), Lodge (Lobstick Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Lake Louise
    • Ice Explorer ride on Columbia Icefield

    Optional Activities

    • Optional float trip down the Athabasca River
    Landmarks
    Lake Louise
    Columbia Icefield
    Athabasca River
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Jasper National Park

    Jasper National Park
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Lobstick Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional narrated cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island (begins operating late May/early June)
    • View Medicine Lake
    • View Maligne Canyon
    • Hiking in Jasper National Park
    • Shopping in Jasper town
    Landmarks
    Maligne Lake
    Spirit Island
    Medicine Lake
    Maligne Canyon
  7. Day 6

    Jasper National Park to Kamloops

    Jasper National Park to Kamloops
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Rocky Mountaineer rail journey Day 1 in SilverLeaf Service
    Landmarks
    Mount Robson
    North Thompson River
    Monashee Mountains
  8. Day 7

    Kamloops to Vancouver

    Kamloops to Vancouver
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Rocky Mountaineer rail journey Day 2 in SilverLeaf Service
    Landmarks
    Fraser Canyon
    Hell's Gate
    Thompson River
  9. Day 8

    Vancouver to Victoria

    Vancouver to Victoria
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown), Hotel 3* (Royal Scot Hotel & Suites)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing in Vancouver
    • Visit Stanley Park
    • Ferry crossing through Gulf Islands
    • Visit Butchart Gardens
    • Sightseeing in Victoria
    • Visit Bastion Square
    • Visit Parliament Buildings
    • Visit Thunderbird Park

    Optional Activities

    • Fresh seafood dinner along the harbourfront
    Landmarks
    Stanley Park
    Gulf Islands
    Butchart Gardens
    Bastion Square
    Parliament Buildings
    Thunderbird Park
  10. Day 9

    Victoria to Vancouver

    Victoria to Vancouver

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing across Strait of Georgia

    Optional Activities

    • Extra nights to extend vacation and explore Vancouver further
    Landmarks
    Strait of Georgia

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 2

  • Rundlestone Lodge

    Lodge
    Days 2, 3, 4

  • Lobstick Lodge

    Lodge
    Days 4, 5

  • Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown

    Hotel 3*
    Days 7, 8

  • Royal Scot Hotel & Suites

    Hotel 3*
    day 8

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  • View of a lake surrounded by mountains.
  • Calm lake with mountain reflections.

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 108 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.1
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    3.9
  • Food
    3.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.9

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  • Patricia5.0•June 2025
    A well organised tour covering the highlights of Banff, Jasper and the Rocky Mountaineer. Good overview of Vancouver...
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  • Karla
    Karla5.0•September 2024
    The overall organization was excellent and seamless as was the guide. Our original itinerary was side blinded because...
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  • Gail
    Gail4.0•September 2024
    A lot of changes were made at the last minute due to the fires in Jasper, so there were issues because of that. But...
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    Traveled in August 2024
  • Stefania5.0•May 2024
    Everything was perfectly organized for our convenience. Director was experienced and handled everything flawlessly....
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  • Luther5.0•October 2023
    Everything was perfect. Exceeded my expectations. Kacy, our tour guide was the best.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • Marsha5.0•October 2023
    I felt our trip was wonderful. Our guide Heather Cowan was very professional and very knowledgeable about the area...
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    Traveled in September 2023
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  • Lynn5.0•October 2023
    Our tour guide and bus drivers were excellent. The tour guide was very informative and we could clearly hear her in...
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    Traveled in September 2023
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  • Anonymous5.0•September 2023
    Very pleased with the way my vacation plans were handled by Cosmos.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • Norman5.0•September 2023
    A group size of 27 was just perfect. The tour was amazing.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • Alan5.0•September 2023
    Very professional
    Traveled in September 2023
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    Andrew

    Asked on January 16th, 2026

    I want to know the price for transportation from Calgary to the hotel and from the hotel in Vancouver to the airport.

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      Andrew

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      On the Western Canada by Rail trip I have questions about Day 3. We are on our own in Banff. I am interested in Banff Springs and Branff Gondola. How do we reserve these? Can the hotel help in reserving these places? Also on Day 5 the Maligne Lake Cruise.

    • CosmosOperator•Written January 2026

      We are not providing transportation to and from the airport on this tour. We do have included in the travel packet, suggestions on getting to and from the airport.

    • CosmosOperator•Written January 2026

      We are not offering the Banff Springs and Banff Gondola on this tour. Any excursions not offered, you can arrange with the hotel staff or Tour Director. The optional excursion for Day 5 can be purchased 60-90 days prior to your scheduled departure.

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    Timotheus

    Asked on February 9th, 2025

    Is there Wi-Fi on the train during the tour?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written February 2025

      The Rocky Mountaineer does not offer Wi-Fi services, but VIA does provide Wi-Fi on their trains.

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    Sandra

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Would like to know if Rocky Mountaineer with Gold Leaf service can be arranged with this tour

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    • CosmosOperator•Written February 2025

      This tour allows upgrades to GoldLeaf, though the upgrade is subject to availability on each departure

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    Don

    Asked on December 30th, 2024

    What is the cost of upgrading to Gold Leaf on the Rocky Mountaineer?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written December 2024

      the GoldLeaf upgrade on the Rocky Mountaineer costs £600.

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    Dominique

    Asked on December 19th, 2024

    When is the final payment due for the booking?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written December 2024

      The required final payment is usually due 45 days prior to departure.

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    Gaby

    Asked on October 11th, 2024

    Can the hotel list for the tour be shared prior to booking?

    Accommodation
    • CosmosOperator•Written October 2024

      Due to security reasons, we are unable to provide the list of hotels used before booking, but you will receive it once booked.

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    Joel

    Asked on October 4th, 2024

    Do you have the 16 day one with the Alaska Inland passage available?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written November 2024

      We currently have several Rocky Mountaineer cabin availability options for the Western Canada by Rail with Alaskan cruise tour in August 2025. Options include inside, outside, and veranda cabins ranging from $9,116 to $11,746 per person based on twin share. We have two guaranteed departure dates: 5th August and 26th August 2025. For a group of 8 passengers, one traveler receives half-price.

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    Lenart

    Asked on July 21st, 2024

    What must I know about the visa requirements for traveling?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written July 2024

      It is the traveler's responsibility to check the visa requirements with their local consulate before the tour.

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    Kristina

    Asked on July 2nd, 2024

    Can you please provide a Hotel list for this trip?

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    • CosmosOperator•Written July 2024

      Here is the current hotel list for this departure: Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel - Calgary, Banff High Country Inn - Banff, Lobstick Lodge - Jasper, Rocky Mountaineer - Jasper to Vancouver - Kamloops, Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown - Vancouver, Royal Scot Hotel & Suites - Victoria. Please note that this hotel list is subject to change.

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    Teresa

    Asked on June 10th, 2024

    Are the transfers to and from airports and hotels included? Is the ferry to and from Victoria included? What about any meals? Is there WiFi on the VIA rail? What are the included excursions? What company is the the motor coach bus tours from?

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      Teresa

      Traveler•Written June 2024

      What hotels do you use? What is the required amount of initial payment required to finalize the booking? Is this refundable up to a certain time frame? Can insurance be purchased?

    • CosmosOperator•Written June 2024

      We can add the arrival and departure transfers at the rate of $55 per person per transfer. The ferry to and from Victoria has been included in the cost of the tour. This tour will include breakfast and lunch on 2 days. all other meals are not included. The Rocky Mountaineer does not offer Wi-Fi services, however, VIA doe offer Wi-Fi services. We charter motor coaches through multiple companies, there is no way to advise which company will be used. Your driver may change at every stop.

    • CosmosOperator•Written June 2024

      You will have the Silver Leaf level of service on the Rocky Mountaineer. Silver Leaf service level gives you everything you need and more to experience the majesty of the Rocky Mountains in luxury: panoramic views, delicious meals and beverages brought right to your seat, friendly Hosts and complimentary baggage transfers. You will be required to make a non-refundable $250 USD deposit plus the cost of the insurance (calculated at the time of booking).

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