6-Nights First Passage to the West Excursion Banff Westbound: GoldLeaf + Standard Room from $3,636

Rocky Mountaineer: First Passage to the West Excursion Banff Westbound
GoldLeaf + Standard Room

Accommodation days : 1 - 2
Fairmont Palliser Hotel
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.

Transfer days : 2 - 2
Sightseeing Transfer Calgary to Banff (Route 3)
Depart Calgary by motorcoach for your full-day tour to Banff. Tour highlights include Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Banff Gondola. Enjoy a spectacular lake cruise of Minnewanka.

Activity days : 2 - 2
Banff Minnewanka Lake Cruise
This magnificent interpretive lake cruise of Minnewanka and the scenic Canadian Rockies is just over one hour and provides unique photo opportunities unavailable elsewhere. Experienced crew will guide you through this rugged paradise richly steeped in history, native folklore and geology. Lake Minnewanka is just a 15 minute drive from the town site of Banff along the Minnewanka Loop Drive, in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Activity days : 2 - 2
Banff Gondola CBL
Climb Sulphur Mountain in a record-breaking eight minutes and get a bird's-eye view of six mountain ranges. Sorry, did we say 'climb'? We mean 'ascend in style' in your fully enclosed four-passenger gondola cabin!

Accommodation days : 2 - 4
Rimrock Resort Hotel
An AAA/CAA Four Diamond Hotel located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park, the Rimrock Resort Hotel offers exceptional views of the Canadian Rockies, fine dining, and a luxury spa. With unmatched style, decor and superb hospitality, the Rimrock Resort Hotel is a very special place to visit for a truly remarkable experience.

MultiDayItem days : 2 - 4
National Parks Pass
Your admission to Canadian national parks is included in your package. Your pass is only valid for the number of days that you have booked accommodation in a National Park through Rocky Mountaineer.

Verbiage days : 3 - 3
Free Day in Banff
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from taking the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain, relaxing in the Banff hot springs, exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours: in Banff.

Verbiage days : 4 - 4
FPW Excursion Banff Westbound


Transfer days : 4 - 4
Coach Transfer Banff Hotel to Banff Train
Early this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your hotel. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.

Rail days : 4 - 4
Banff to Lake Louise
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to begin your journey to Kamloops. Please note you will not disembark at Lake Louise.

Rail days : 4 - 4
Lake Louise to Kamloops
Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the interior. Today's highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, the Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Breakfast and lunch are included onboard. You will arrive in Kamloops between 6:30pm and 8:00pm PT. Spend the evening exploring the city, or relaxing in your hotel.

Misc days : 4 - 4
Onboard Host Gratuity


Transfer days : 4 - 4
Coach Transfer Kamloops Station to Kamloops Hotel
Upon arrival at the Kamloops train siding, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.

Accommodation days : 4 - 5
Kamloops Accommodation
Upon check-in for your train departure, you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your accommodation in Kamloops or the surrounding area, including Sun Peaks Resort. Your accommodation will be of a moderate standard but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.

Transfer days : 5 - 5
Coach Transfer Kamloops Hotel to Kamloops Station
Early this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train siding from your hotel. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.

Rail days : 5 - 5
Kamloops to Vancouver
On today's journey west, you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Breakfast and lunch will be served onboard. You will arrive in Vancouver between 5:30 PM and 7:30PM. Rail schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen delays. If your package does not already include accommodation at the end of your journey, please do not arrange connecting transportation, including flights, on this day.

Misc days : 5 - 5
Onboard Host Gratuity


Transfer days : 5 - 5
Coach Transfer Vancouver Station to Vancouver Hotel
Upon arrival at the Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station, you will be transferred to the Drop-Off Location noted in your itinerary.

Accommodation days : 5 - 7
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Located on the city’s dynamic harbourfront, the Fairmont Waterfront is a world class luxury hotel in Vancouver offering upscale comfort, personalized service, and unparalleled West Coast views, with easy access to everything that makes Vancouver spectacular. When it comes to convenient location, it’s hard to beat the Fairmont Waterfront.

Verbiage days : 6 - 6
Free Day in Vancouver
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours: in Vancouver.

days : 6 - 6
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