Name: Canadian Rockies by Rail
Start: 2022-06-23T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-06-30T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Alt-Esc Travel

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Jun 23 - 30, 2022

Group size: 1 - 10

Canadian Rockies by Rail

Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Jun 23 - 30, 2022

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Step back in time and board “The Canadian” train for an overnight journey into the Canadian Rockies. You’ll enjoy great made to order meals as you glide from the west coast through the mountains, relax in the lounge car while you watch the sunset, and be rocked to sleep by the motion of the train. You’ll never forget this 50’s era train experience: nostalgia. From Jasper to Banff, you’ll be mesmerized by the scenery of our mountain national parks.

VIA Rail is Canada’s classic overnight rail passenger service. Aboard “The Canadian” train, you’ll step into a golden past and relive Canada’s history. A truly nostalgic experience, VIA Rail includes made to order meals in mid-century rail dining cars, glass domed observation cars, and private sleeper cabins to enjoy Canada’s scenery.

Hi! I’m Margo from Orlando. I have spent most of my life helping people. Whether it was as a Mom, a teacher, a friend or a Nanny to my grandkids. I love people and I love to make special times for them. I love the details that make a special time, a very special memory.

I have traveled to six continents, and to 55 countries. Every place I have been has been special because I had stories to share when I got home. Stories about people, stories about new foods, and sounds that I heard. Stories about nature, the colors and the unique flowers that I saw. Travel turns you into a story teller.

Margo- latte lover, cookie baker, party planner, and monogrammer. I can’t wait to meet you and share our passions.

When you register for this trip, you will be charged a $50 registration fee. Alt Esc will use the information provided to book your tour and make the $1,000 deposit payment to secure your reservation.

Final payments are due 90 days prior to departure.

VIA Rail
From Vancouver to Jasper, Sleeper Plus Class
Overnight on Train
1 night sleeping car accommodation onboard VIA Rail train
Meals
Dinner and breakfast on board the train
Lodging
5 nights hotel accommodation
Vancouver Self Tour
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour of Vancouver
Maligne Valley Tour
Maligne Valley tour to Maligne Lake with guided walk
Jasper SkyTram
Admission and shuttle.
Icefields Parkway Tour
Icefields Parkway Tour including Ice Explorer
Lake Louise Tour
Scenic tour to Lake Louise from Banff
Calgary Transfer
Scenic transfer to Calgary airport

Thurs, June 23
Thurs, June 23
Arrive and Overnight Vancouver
Coastal mountains and urban beaches greet you as you arrive in Canada’s third-largest city. Vancouver is a lively and diverse city with no shortage of attractions to explore including; Stanley Park, Granville Island or the Vancouver Art Gallery. Spend tonight in your downtown Vancouver hotel room.
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Fri, June 24
Fri, June 24
Vancouver Sightseeing and VIA Rail The Canadian Train Departure
Take advantage of your “Hop On, Hop Off” bus pass to take in some more of the sights this morning. Depart Vancouver aboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian train in the afternoon.

Travel through the lush Fraser Valley and along the salmon-rich waters of the Fraser River. Meals will be included on board and you are free to roam about the train as you wish. During the day you’ll pass beside river canyons and natural wonders like Hell’s Gate. By nightfall you’ve reached the interior of British Columbia and the sound of the train is rocking you to sleep. Spend tonight onboard the train in your private cabin.
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Sat, June 25
Sat, June 25
VIA Rail The Canadian Train to Jasper
You’ll wake up to a Rocky Mountain sunrise and head to the dining car for breakfast. Mount Robson—the highest point in the Canadian Rockies— greets you on your approach to Jasper.

The charming little mountain resort town of Jasper is home for the next couple of days. We’ve included admissions to the Jasper Skytram for you to use at your leisure either today or tomorrow afternoon. Spend the next two nights in your Jasper hotel room.
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Sun, June 26
Sun, June 26
Jasper Sightseeing Tour including Maligne Lake
Today you’ll embark on a 5-hour tour of one of the most beautiful areas in Jasper. First stop, Maligne Canyon, where 10,000 years of erosion have created the deepest canyon in the Rockies. You’ll start off with a short and easy walk, admiring the Maligne River and its many waterfalls. After that, it’s over to the disappearing Medicine Lake, followed by the fairy tale-like Maligne Lake. The rest of the day in Jasper is yours to use as you wish, hiking, exploring or simply relaxing and taking in the sights.
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Mon, June 27
Mon, June 27
Tour from Jasper to Banff with Columbia Icefield Excursion
Today you’re riding along the most beautiful highway in Canada—the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include stops at the powerful Athabasca Falls, the Columbia Icefield, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier. Pose for your new profile picture at one of these breathtaking locations.

Arrive at the Athabasca Glacier and climb aboard the Ice Explorer—a specialized bus that travels directly on to the glacier. Relax and listen as your guide explains all about its natural wonders. You’ll be spending the next two nights in your Banff hotel room.
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Tues, June 27
Tues, June 27
Banff Sightseeing Tour including Gondola Ride
Today you’ll be on a 5-hour guided tour through the towering Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay Mountains. Learn about the wind-shaped hoodoos and experience Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive.

Take a gentle gondola ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for fantastic views, interpretive boardwalks and photo opportunities. The rest of the afternoon in Banff is yours to spend walking some local trails, playing golf or relaxing as you choose.
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Wed, June 28
Wed, June 28
Banff to Calgary Scenic Transfer
Your journey continues with a two hour transfer to Calgary.
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Thurs, June 23

Arrive and Overnight Vancouver

Coastal mountains and urban beaches greet you as you arrive in Canada’s third-largest city. Vancouver is a lively and diverse city with no shortage of attractions to explore including; Stanley Park, Granville Island or the Vancouver Art Gallery. Spend tonight in your downtown Vancouver hotel room.

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