Alberta/British Columbia

The Best of the Rockies by Rail: Western Canada's Splendor

Program No. 3748RJ
Journey to the heart of the Canadian Rockies by train — and glass-enclosed gondola! — discovering ancient glaciers, unique wildlife, isolated towns and stunning alpine views.

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May 23 - Jun 3, 2024
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8,799
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Jun 6 - Jun 17, 2024
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7,199
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Jun 13 - Jun 24, 2024
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Jun 23 - Jul 4, 2024
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Jun 27 - Jul 8, 2024
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Jul 7 - Jul 18, 2024
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Jul 14 - Jul 25, 2024
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Jul 18 - Jul 29, 2024
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Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

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Jul 28 - Aug 8, 2024
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8,999
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Aug 4 - Aug 15, 2024
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8,499
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Aug 8 - Aug 19, 2024
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8,499
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Aug 15 - Aug 26, 2024
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7,699
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Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2024
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8,999
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Aug 25 - Sep 5, 2024
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8,499
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 1 - Sep 12, 2024
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8,499
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Sep 8 - Sep 19, 2024
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8,999
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 15 - Sep 26, 2024
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8,499
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Sep 19 - Sep 30, 2024
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8,999
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 29 - Oct 10, 2024
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7,699
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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May 23 - Jun 3, 2024
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10,769
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Jun 6 - Jun 17, 2024
Starting at
8,909
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Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

Jun 13 - Jun 24, 2024
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10,869
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Jun 23 - Jul 4, 2024
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10,869
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Jun 27 - Jul 8, 2024
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9,369
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Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

Jul 7 - Jul 18, 2024
Starting at
10,419
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Jul 14 - Jul 25, 2024
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10,419
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Jul 18 - Jul 29, 2024
Starting at
8,909
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Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

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Jul 28 - Aug 8, 2024
Starting at
10,979
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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Aug 4 - Aug 15, 2024
Starting at
10,469
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Aug 8 - Aug 19, 2024
Starting at
10,469
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Aug 15 - Aug 26, 2024
Starting at
9,419
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

Itinerary Note

Travel in Silver Leaf Service in a single level glass domed coach; meals served at your seat.

Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2024
Starting at
10,979
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

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Aug 25 - Sep 5, 2024
Starting at
10,469
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 1 - Sep 12, 2024
Starting at
10,469
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

Itinerary Note

Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 8 - Sep 19, 2024
Starting at
10,979
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by Mar. 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

Itinerary Note

Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 15 - Sep 26, 2024
Starting at
10,469
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

Itinerary Note

Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Filling Fast!
Sep 19 - Sep 30, 2024
Starting at
10,979
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by Mar. 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

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Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

Sep 29 - Oct 10, 2024
Starting at
9,439
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OFFER EXTENDED! Enroll by May 31, 2024 to take $300 off the price shown!

Itinerary Note

Travel in Gold Leaf Service in bi-level glass domed coach; meals served in dining car.

At a Glance

Experience the wonder of the rugged, beautiful Canadian Rockies in Alberta and British Columbia. Journey through green valleys, past sapphire rivers and wide, jade lakes as you head into the heart of the mountains. Visit the soaring resort town of Banff, where you can explore the hot springs that have made this place famous. See Lake Louise’s famed emerald waters, born of the glaciers that overlook it. Complete your adventure with three nights in the cosmopolitan coastal city of Vancouver.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles daily over varied terrain. Elevations of 4,500-8,041 feet.

What You'll Learn

  • Enjoy some of the world’s most magnificent stretches of railway aboard Rocky Mountaineer.
  • Ride a glass-enclosed gondola to the peak of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of the Canadian Rockies.
  • Journey along the famed Icefields Parkway through the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

General Notes

Select dates are designated for small groups and are limited to 24 participants or less. Due to hotel staffing constraints, the hotel in Kamloops will not be known until 3-7 days prior to arrival.
Featured Expert
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Kirsten Schmitten
Kirsten Schmitten has spent over 30 years exploring, researching, writing and working in the Canadian Rockies. From her career as a park naturalist to her adventures with her warden husband, Kirsten’s love and knowledge of the natural and cultural history of Jasper makes her a captivating and sought after speaker. She is the owner of All Things Wild, a company specializing in connecting people to the natural and cultural history of Jasper National Park.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Kirsten Schmitten View biography
Kirsten Schmitten has spent over 30 years exploring, researching, writing and working in the Canadian Rockies. From her career as a park naturalist to her adventures with her warden husband, Kirsten’s love and knowledge of the natural and cultural history of Jasper makes her a captivating and sought after speaker. She is the owner of All Things Wild, a company specializing in connecting people to the natural and cultural history of Jasper National Park.
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Cory Gross View biography
Cory grew up in the Calgary area, living both in the city and on the ranches where his father worked. In 2005 he received a bachelor’s in Museum and Heritage Studies from the University of Calgary and currently works as an educator at the Glenbow Museum. Cory is also a volunteer with the Western Art Gallery at the Calgary Stampede and with several other heritage organizations throughout the city.
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Brent MacDonald View biography
Brent Macdonald has been a resident of the Canadian Rockies for almost 30 years. As a geology expert, he provides a wealth of knowledge about geography and geomorphology. Brent has had a diverse career as a freelance natural history interpreter, also working as a consultant for a geotechnical engineering company. He has shared his knowledge of geology and natural history as an interpreter and guest lecturer. Brent is also a certified mountain leader and ski instructor.
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Andrea McPherson View biography
Originally from Ontario, Andrea has settled into Calgary. Her love of travel has taken her around Canada and around the world. Andrea loves introducing visitors to the wonders of her home country of Canada and the vast range of experiences it has to offer. She is just as happy in the heart of a downtown metropolis as she is in the middle of the wild. From whale-watching to dog-sledding, from walks in downtown metropolises to the Rockies, Andreas has done it all.
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Growing up in the military has brought Greg across Canada and given him a real taste of everything the country has to offer. Finally settled now in the Calgary area, Greg has followed his passions for his country to study travel management and become a certified hiking instructor. Greg also enjoys climbing and enjoying the beautiful wilderness that surrounds his home. His love of nature has fueled his passion for connecting people to their environment and showing off his country to visitors.
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John Atkin View biography
John Atkin is an author, historian and heritage advocate who has been fascinated with Vancouver since moving to the city over 30 years ago. He is the co-founder of the Heritage Vancouver Society, has contributed to a documentary on the city, and has appeared regularly on television and radio, including CBC Television and CTV’s Canada AM. John is the author of four books on Vancouver, including “Strathcona: Vancouver’s First Neighborhood,” and is an editor for the B.C. Historical Federation.
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Patricia Thomson View biography
Patricia Thomson not only loves nature, she’s made it her life’s calling. Having had a broad environmental education career including working for Parks Canada, B.C. Parks, and the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, Patricia enjoys passing her passion on to others. Since 2004, she has been the executive director of Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES), leading a team of twelve conservation biologists and educators. Patricia is excited to take others with her and show to them the reasons she loves her home.
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