8 DAY COASTAL MOUNTAINS TO SNOWY PEAKS
CANADA ROCKY MOUNTAINS TOUR
From the vibrant city of Vancouver through the mountain towns of Whistler, Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff including a two-day Rocky Mountaineer journey.
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Start Location: Vancouver
End Location: Calgary
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- Maligne Lake tour with boat cruise
- Jasper SkyTram elevation pass
- Full day tour from Jasper to Lake Louise
- Ice Explorer ride
- Glacier Skywalk
- Discover Banff half day tour
- Sulphur Mountain Gondola in Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer rail journey from Vancouver through whistler to Jasper
SAMPLE ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1: Vancouver - Whistler with Rocky Mountaineer
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery between Vancouver and Whistler, all in the comfort and luxury of the train. During your three and a half hour trip, journey through scenic Howe Sound and Cheakamus Canyon, across a trestle bridge and past an extinct volcano before arriving in Whistler Village.
Overnight: Whistler
Day 2: Whistler - Quesnel with Rocky Mountaineer (Rail)
Continue eastward with Rocky Mountaineer to the mighty Canadian Rockies. You will see a spectacular range of scenery as you travel across ranch lands, along rocky lakeshores and over bridges the that form the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 3: Quesnel to Jasper with Rocky Mountaineer
From Quesnel depart to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as moose and bald eagles as you pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival in Jasper your evening is at you leisure.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing
This morning join a local tour for an interpretive tour up the Maligne Valley. At Maligne Lake you can either take the boat cruise to Spirit Island or enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop. This afternoon ride the Jasper SkyTram to the top of Whistler's Mountain.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 5: Jasper - Lake Louise
Travel with your interpretive guide along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Sightseeing stops along this beautiful highway will include Athabasca Falls, the Weeping Wall, Bow Lake, and the Crowfoot Glacier. You will also make a stop at the Columbia Icefields Centre where you will have the opportunity to take part in the Snocoach Tour onto the Athabasca Glacier, and/or explore the Glacier Skywalk overlooking Sunwapta Valley.
Overnight: Lake Louise
Day 6: Lake Louise - Banff
Begin your journey from beautiful Lake Louise and learn about the natural forces that have shaped the appearance of the lakes and streams found in this area of the Rocky Mountains. Visit Moraine Lake then cross the Great Divide to experience Yoho National Park, the Spiral Tunnels and Takakkaw Falls before returning back to Lake Louise and onto Banff.
Overnight: Banff
Day 7: Banff Sightseeing
Explore the many places of interest around Banff on your sightseeing excursion today. Sights such as Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, the Banff Hoodoos and Lake Minnewanka await you in one of the most beautiful places in Canada. Included is a Banff gondola pass.
Overnight: Banff
Day 8: Banff - Calgary
Transfer by shuttle today to Calgary airport or downtown.
Itinerary available in reverse from Calgary to Vancouver.
DATES & PRICES
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ACCOMMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
* (does not include applicable taxes)
* Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf upgrade available at $699 CAD or $620 USD
This itinerary is an independent package, it can be adjusted to suit your travel interests, time frame and budget. Please do not hesitate to call one of our travel specialists for a customized package.
* (does not include applicable taxes)
* Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf upgrade available at $699 CAD or $620 USD
This itinerary is an independent package, it can be adjusted to suit your travel interests, time frame and budget. Please do not hesitate to call one of our travel specialists for a customized package.
Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 7 nights of accommodation
- Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service (Upgrades available)
- Meals included onboard the train
- Shuttle Transfer to Calgary from Banff
- Sightseeing and attractions as outlined
EXCLUSIONS
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Taxes as applicable
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Why Take A Custom Tour?
Private & Customizable
You can see what you want, when you want, how you want. A trip that's perfectly timed and well organized.
Unique Experience
Experiences that help you take in the region in a different way. Can combine your trip with our group tours. Advice to help you get the most out of your trip.
Freedom to Explore
Time to enjoy and take in each place. Add days in places you want to explore. Do only the activities you want to do.
FEATURED ACTIVITIES
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You can see what you want, when you want, how you want.
Unique Experiences
Experiences that help you take in the region in a different way.
Freedom To Explore
Time to take in each place with only the tours you want to do.
Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking airport transfers for you! Some tours have airport transfers included already. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking additional nights of accommodation for you before and/or after your fully escorted tour! Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking flights?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking your flights for you! We do not recommend you book any flights until you receive your booking confirmation directly from Anderson Vacations Tours, as some tours are not pre-guaranteed. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire about this option, as pricing may also vary and it will be subject to availability.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Anderson Vacations Tours can work with private groups to customize a tour to your needs. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Tour Questions
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+
I am a solo traveler. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo Travelers can choose to pay the single supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share, we also have a Twin Share option that is offered for the majority of our tours. This means you will be sharing the hotel rooms with another single, same gender traveller who also books the Twin Share option. If this is the case, there will be no single supplement charged to either of you. If we are unable to match you with another Twin Share traveler, there may be a single surcharge applied to cover the full cost of the rooms on some of our longer tours. Please enquire before finalizing your booking for full details.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
This tour has a low level of physical demand, although there may be some activities or sightseeing tours that require walking short distances. Please inquire if you have any mobility restrictions before completing your booking to ensure this tour is right for you.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for this suitcase is 32 kilograms/60 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages. Please advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of the coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations Tours guidelines.
What is your recommended spending amount for non-included meals?
The suggested allowance for non-included meals is $40.00 — $60.00 CAD per day (includes tipping).
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes! There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices and arrangements made for you.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For your convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals stated on the itinerary are included in the price of the tour. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 15-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Motorcoach Driver and Tour Director are left to your discretion. We recommend $4.00 - $5.00 CAD per person, per day for your Motorcoach Driver and $6.00 - $7.00 CAD per person, per day for your Tour Director. if you can't find your
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Tour Code
8CMSP
8 Day Coastal Mountains to Snowy Peaks
8 days
Created On: 12 Oct 2024
Highlights
- Maligne Lake tour with boat cruise
- Jasper SkyTram elevation pass
- Full day tour from Jasper to Lake Louise
- Ice Explorer ride
- Glacier Skywalk
- Discover Banff half day tour
- Sulphur Mountain Gondola in Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer rail journey from Vancouver through whistler to Jasper
Inclusions
- 7 nights of accommodation
- Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service (Upgrades available)
- Meals included onboard the train
- Shuttle Transfer to Calgary from Banff
- Sightseeing and attractions as outlined
Exclusions
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Taxes as applicable
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Dates & Prices
ACCOMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Moderate
Vancouver
Calgary
$4,230 USD
Superior
Vancouver
Calgary
$4,360 USD
Deluxe
Vancouver
Calgary
$5,460 USD
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
* * (does not include applicable taxes)
* Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf upgrade available at $699 CAD or $620 USD
This itinerary is an independent package, it can be adjusted to suit your travel interests, time frame and budget. Please do not hesitate to call one of our travel specialists for a customized package.
* * (does not include applicable taxes)
* Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf upgrade available at $699 CAD or $620 USD
This itinerary is an independent package, it can be adjusted to suit your travel interests, time frame and budget. Please do not hesitate to call one of our travel specialists for a customized package.
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver - Whistler with Rocky Mountaineer
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery between Vancouver and Whistler, all in the comfort and luxury of the train. During your three and a half hour trip, journey through scenic Howe Sound and Cheakamus Canyon, across a trestle bridge and past an extinct volcano before arriving in Whistler Village.
Overnight: Whistler
Day 2: Whistler - Quesnel with Rocky Mountaineer (Rail)
Continue eastward with Rocky Mountaineer to the mighty Canadian Rockies. You will see a spectacular range of scenery as you travel across ranch lands, along rocky lakeshores and over bridges the that form the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 3: Quesnel to Jasper with Rocky Mountaineer
From Quesnel depart to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as moose and bald eagles as you pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival in Jasper your evening is at you leisure.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing
This morning join a local tour for an interpretive tour up the Maligne Valley. At Maligne Lake you can either take the boat cruise to Spirit Island or enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop. This afternoon ride the Jasper SkyTram to the top of Whistler's Mountain.
Overnight: Jasper
Day 5: Jasper - Lake Louise
Travel with your interpretive guide along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Sightseeing stops along this beautiful highway will include Athabasca Falls, the Weeping Wall, Bow Lake, and the Crowfoot Glacier. You will also make a stop at the Columbia Icefields Centre where you will have the opportunity to take part in the Snocoach Tour onto the Athabasca Glacier, and/or explore the Glacier Skywalk overlooking Sunwapta Valley.
Overnight: Lake Louise
Day 6: Lake Louise - Banff
Begin your journey from beautiful Lake Louise and learn about the natural forces that have shaped the appearance of the lakes and streams found in this area of the Rocky Mountains. Visit Moraine Lake then cross the Great Divide to experience Yoho National Park, the Spiral Tunnels and Takakkaw Falls before returning back to Lake Louise and onto Banff.
Overnight: Banff
Day 7: Banff Sightseeing
Explore the many places of interest around Banff on your sightseeing excursion today. Sights such as Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, the Banff Hoodoos and Lake Minnewanka await you in one of the most beautiful places in Canada. Included is a Banff gondola pass.
Overnight: Banff
Day 8: Banff - Calgary
Transfer by shuttle today to Calgary airport or downtown.
Itinerary available in reverse from Calgary to Vancouver.
