Spring in the Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer

Transfer by motorcoach from Central PA to a local international airport for a flight to Vancouver, British Columbia. Hotel: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Explore downtown Vancouver on a tour encompassing landmark city sights, oceanfront vistas, architectural wonders and unbeatable views! Today’s tour highlights include Stanley Park, English Bay, Granville Island, Robson Street, Gastown, Chinatown, Canada Place and admission to the Vancouver Lookout. Hotel: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver (Breakfast)

Travel from Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. From the farmlands of the Fraser Valley to the steep canyons and desert landscape of British Columbia’s interior, the landscape transformation is spectacular! Highlights include Hell’s Gate, Cisco Crossing railroad bridges, and Kamloops Lake. Spend the evening exploring Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room.  Hotel: TBD (Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard.)

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Kamloops Station to continue to the Canadian Rockies. Travel alongside the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Caribou Mountains, climbing over the Continental Divide. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Pyramid Falls, and the crystal-clear Moose Lake.  Hotel: Jasper Park Hotel (Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard.)

Board your  motorcoach for a half-day sightseeing tour of Jasper. Highlights include Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, and the Athabasca viewpoint.  Soar up Whistlers Mountain and take in Jasper National Park from new heights on The Jasper Sky Tram! Once there, explore boardwalks, hike to the summit, or soak in stunning panoramic views and experience the mountaintop your way. The remainder of the day is yours to explore more of Jasper National Park independently. Hotel: Jasper Park Hotel (Breakfast)

Depart by motorcoach for a full day sightseeing tour along the Icefields Parkway, one of the world’s most scenic highways! The highlight today is a visit to the Columbia Icefield and an Ice Explorer ride in a giant six-wheel drive vehicle on the Athabasca Glacier. Take a walk on the Glacier Skywalk (a glass-floored observation platform) and while there, enjoy a buffet lunch this afternoon. Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Breakfast, Lunch)

Enjoy the day with free time to relax or explore Banff at your leisure. Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Breakfast)

Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff with highlights including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Before leaving Banff, enjoy a visit to the Banff Gondola where you’ll climb Sulphur Mountain and get a bird’s-eye view! Your tour concludes with an afternoon transfer to Calgary where you can take in some sightseeing. Hotel: Fairmont Palliser Hotel (Breakfast)

After Breakfast, transfer to the Calgary Airport for your flight and transportation back to Central PA*. (Breakfast)

*The itinerary is subject to change at any time without advanced notice and or  compensation.

*Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Any air upgrades or deviations must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.

**Not all hotels have air conditioning in their guestrooms. If air conditioning is not available, the guestroom will have windows that open, and/or a ceiling fan or electric fan, to ensure you have a comfortable stay.