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8-Day Rocky Mountaineer Tour: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Waterton, Icefield from Calgary Airport to Vancouver

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US$640
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/Room when you book 32+ days before departure. Offer ends on Oct 30, 2026. The discount has already been applied to the displayed price. Duration: 8 days Language: English; Mandarin Chinese Group Size: Max 55 people Visit Calgary (Heritage Park Historical Village), Banff National Park (Lake Louise, Sulphur Mountain, Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Moraine Lake, Surprise Corner), Jasper National Park (Maligne Canyon), Yoho National Park, Banff.
Highlights:
  • No Hidden Fees: All fees are disclosed upfront, ensuring no unexpected charges during your tour.
  • Experience Canadian Rockies with award winning luxury Rocky Mountainieer train: Panoramic views (Sliver Leaf), expansive views through the panoramic windows of a bi-level glass dome coach (Gold Leaf), delicious meals and beverages to your seat (Sliver Leaf), gourmet meals prepared by Executive Chefs (Gold Leaf). After arriving Banff Natioal Park, visiting & staying 4 stunning Rocky Mt. National Parks - Banff/YOHO/Jasper/Kootenay National Park with our professional guides to have a In-depth, leisure, and unforgettable vacation.
  • Enjoy lunch at Fairmont hotel near the Lake louise. Stop at Lake Louise for approximate 2 hours
  • Overnight in Banff Town Centre, perfect location for shopping and dining
  • Reminder Partial Itineraries will be changed due to the forest fire of Jasper Area

Itinerary

Day 1:Calgary

Hotel: Standard: Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA / Four Points by Sheraton Calgary Airport or Similar
Meals: Breakfast: Excluded; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Welcome to Calgary! Your adventure begins today with our convenient airport pickup service. Please provide your arrival time in advance, and our friendly tour guide will greet you at Arrival Level, Information Centre near Exit 7. For more details please see "Departure and Return".

For early arrivals before 1:00 PM, we offer exciting optional activities (surcharge) below:
  • Calgary City Tour (3 hours)
  • Heritage Park Tour (3 hours)
  • CrossIron Mills Outlets shopping (4 hours)
  • Calgary Zoo (self-guided)
  • Calgary, AB
    Calgary is a fun city surrounded by natural landscapes, most notable Banff National Park and Jasper National Park. The local area offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. It is accessible via Vancouver, Seattle and other Canadian cities.
  • Calgary City Tour
    A guided tour takes you to explore the city; from the historic site to the newest modern building. (Includes guide service, transportation, and admission) - New Central Library/City Hall/Stephen Avenue/Calgary Tower/Peace Bridge/Prince Island/Crescent Height
    Admission (Optional): Adult $67; Child $67Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • Heritage Park Historical Village
    A historical park in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. As Canada's largest living history museum, it is one of the city's most visited tourist attractions. Exhibits span Western Canadian history from the 1860s to the 1950s.
    Admission (Optional): Adult $51; Child $45Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • CrossIron Mills Outlet
    This fully enclosed shopping center is just outside of Calgary and the largest single-level shopping center in the province of Alberta, covering more than one million square feet.
  • Calgary Zoo Safari
    Self Guided - The Calgary Zoo with Public Transportation Ticket/Admission

Day 2:Calgary - Waterton Lakes National Park - Calgary(520 km)

Hotel: Standard: Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA / Four Points by Sheraton Calgary Airport or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Compulsory Selection; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
We will depart from Calgary to Waterton Lakes National Park. We will see Waterton Town, Cameron Falls, Redrock Canyon and Buffalo Paddock. Stay overnight in Calgary.
  • Waterton Lakes National Park, AB
    Rocky Mountains and crystal clear lakes, acres of wildflowers, miles of pristine trails and centuries of fascinating history. It's waiting with a rugged natural beauty you won't see anywhere else in this world.
  • Waterton Park
    Commonly referred to as Waterton, it is a hamlet in southwestern Alberta, Canada within Improvement District No. 4 Waterton (Waterton Lakes National Park). As a designated place in the 2011 Census, Waterton Park had a population of 88 living in 31 of its 181 total dwellings.
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
  • Cameron Falls
    One of Waterton’s most famous and most photographed spots with mountain water flowing over steps of ancient rock into a deep basin. Underneath is billion year old Precambrian rock.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Red Rock Canyon
    Red Rock Canyon is the best place to experience Waterton's classic prairie meeting mountain landscape. The layers of red and green colored minerals offer a brilliant contrast to each other and the lush surroundings.
    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
  • Buffalo Paddock
    North of the Waterton Lakes National Park entrance/exit is a large, grassy area of rolling land set aside as a Buffalo Paddock. A small herd of buffalo lives here.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

Day 3:Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town(207 km)

Hotel: Standard: Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Excluded
We will visit Banff Sulphur Mountain, ride Gondola, appreciate Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and Hoodoos. Later we will visit Banff Town and spend the night there.

Departure around 8:00 AM from Calgary. Complete the itinerary between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
  • Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
  • Sulphur Mountain
    This mountain in Banff National Park is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. There is a gondola that takes you nearly to the summit, which is perched at 8,041 feet.
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Banff Gondola
    This unique cable-car ride takes visitors to Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park to the top of Sulphur Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Johnson Canyon
    Johnston Creek is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park. Known for its walking trail throughout the year. *Free Crampons are provided for Winter itinerary
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
  • Bow Falls
    The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Surprise Corner
    This scenic viewpoint in Banff National Park, though unmarked, is locally known as the best place to get views of the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Hoodoos
    Hoodoos are intriguing geological formations that rise like thin towers from rocky terrain. Those in Alberta's Banff National Park are no exception. They hover like tall spires above the wilderness of this vast area.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Banff, AB
    Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.

Day 4:Banff National Park - Columbia Icefield - Jasper National Park - Jasper(351 km)

Hotel: Standard: Whistlers Inn Hotel or Lobstick Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will pass Icefield Parkway, visit attractions Bow Lake, Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, Snowcoach, and Athabasca Falls. Stay overnight in Jasper.

Departure around 9:30 AM from Banff. Complete the itinerary between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM.
  • Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
  • Bow Lake
    A small lake in western Alberta, Canada. It is located on the Bow River, in the Canadian Rockies, at an altitude of 1920 m. It is one of the lakes that line the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.
    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
  • Crowfoot Glacier
    Crowfoot Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Lake Louise, and can be viewed from the Icefields Parkway. The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Jasper National Park, AB
    Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
  • Icefields Parkway (Passing By)
    One of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km through the heart of Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys
  • Athabasca Falls
    [Athabasca Falls] in Jasper National Park is not the highest or widest waterfall in the Canadian Rockies but it is the most powerful.
    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
  • Columbia Icefield, AB
    The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier.
  • Columbia Icefield Skywalk
    Visitors to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre in Jasper National Park are treated to something new for the Glacier Skywalk. Modeled after the Grand Canyon Skywalk, this horseshoe-shaped bridge lets guests walk out over the cliffside glacier.
  • Ice Explorer
    Experience the thrill of traversing the ancient Athabasca Glacier in a massive Ice Explorer. This specially designed all-terrain vehicle takes you onto a 10,000-year-old sheet of ice, where you can walk, feel, and even drink from the glacier.
    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

Day 5:Jasper - Banff Town(157 km)

Hotel: Standard: Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will visit Maligne Lake, Maligne Canyon, Peyto Lake, and Crowfoot Glacier. Guests can choose to take Maligne Lake Cruise. During the trip, we will pass by Medicine Lake and make a short stop at The Crossing. We will spend the night in the Banff Hotel.

Complete the itinerary between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.
  • Jasper National Park, AB
    Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
  • Maligne Canyon
    Maligne Canyon is a natural feature located in the Jasper National Park near Jasper, Alberta, Canada. Eroded out of the Palliser Formation, the canyon measures over 50 metres (160 ft) deep. Popular for sightseeing and exploration, the area contains waterfalls, stream outlets, birds and plant life.
    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
  • Maligne Lake
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 40 Minutes
  • Maligne Lake Cruise
    Experience the breathtaking beauty of Maligne Lake on an award-winning cruise. Glide through azure waters, marvel at majestic scenery, and discover the iconic Spirit Island. Unforgettable memories await on this must-do Canadian adventure.
    Opening Hours: Jun - Sep, Optional Activity- Pay Upon ArrivalDuration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
  • Peyto Lake
    Peyto Lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park is known for its stunning aqua-blue coloration. It can be best seen from a viewing point just off the Icefield Parkway; this is considered one of the best views in Canada.
    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
  • Crowfoot Glacier
    Crowfoot Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Lake Louise, and can be viewed from the Icefields Parkway. The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

Day 6:Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park(45 km)

Hotel: Standard: Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Included - Compulsory Selection; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Excluded
After pickup, we will head to Lake Louise. Then we will continue to Moraine Lake, see Ten Peaks Valley, Spiral Tunnel. We will also visit Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.

Tour ends in Calgary Downtown or Banff Town.
  • Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
  • Lake Louise
    Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.
    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
  • Moraine Lake
    This glacial lake in Banff National Park's Valley of the Ten Peaks has a brilliant bright blue color due to rock flour that runs into its water. This beautiful and famous lake has appeared in advertisements the world over.
    Opening Hours: Jun 1 - Oct 15, The opening dates are not guaranteed. It's depending on the government schedule.Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
  • Valley of the Ten Peaks
    A region located in Banff National Park, this area is so named because the ten summits of the mountain range in the distance are clearly visible. It is an open valley area that also includes Moraine Lake.
  • Yoho National Park, BC
    These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.
  • Emerald Lake
    The Emerald Lake in British Columbia, Canada's Yoho National Park is the largest of the park's many lakes and one of the park's most popular spots. The lake is named for the spectacular turquoise color of the water.
    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
  • Natural Bridge
    The Kicking Horse River, a Canadian Heritage river, in the Yoho park, has created a natural bridge through solid rock. This formation is located 3 km west of Field, accessible from the road to Emerald Lake.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Spiral Tunnels
    [Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.

Day 7:Banff National Park, AB - Kamloops, BC(442 km)

Hotel: Standard: Rocky Mountaineer Designate Kamloops Hotel
Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Included; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will start the railway trip from Banff Rocky Montaineer Train Station and head to Kamloops. The 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. Arrive at Kamloops at 18:30PM-20:00PM (PT)
  • Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
  • Kamloops, BC
    Kamloops is a city for every season. A place where you can skip the crowds, stretch your legs and just escape to the unexpected. Known as the birthplace of freeride mountain biking, Kamloops attracts mountain bikers from around the world looking to ride the rugged landscapes and the desert like climate.

Day 8:Kamloops, BC - Vancouver, BC(354 km)

Meals: Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Included; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will board the Kamloops Montaineer Railway to Vancouver. 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 included the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
  • Kamloops, BC
    Kamloops is a city for every season. A place where you can skip the crowds, stretch your legs and just escape to the unexpected. Known as the birthplace of freeride mountain biking, Kamloops attracts mountain bikers from around the world looking to ride the rugged landscapes and the desert like climate.
  • Vancouver, BC
    Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone!

Departure & Return

  • Airport Meet and Greet:
    Complimentary Airport Pickup service, but need to pay tips at C$6/per person to the driver: Available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, every 2 hours (9:00/11:00/13:00/15:00/17:00/19:00/21:00). Please meet tour guide in yellow coat at Exit #7 Information Centre.
    Note: Kindly inform us one week in advance if you don't require pickup. If flight details aren't provided timely, please arrange your own transport to the hotel. A hotel check-in voucher will be provided.
  • Alternative Pickup options:
    Shuttle bus to hotel: Self-arranged. We'll provide your hotel check-in voucher 3 days before the tour begins.
    Paid Airport Pickup: Pick Up Upon Flight Arrival (0900am to 2100pm) C$80 per room; Pick Up Upon Flight Arrival (0600AM to 0859AM & 2101PM TO 0000AM) C$120 per room (above price excludes 5% tax).
  • Return: Tour will end at Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver Train Station (1755 Cottrell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2L8). Upon arrival in Vancouver, the trip will end at the Rocky Mountaineer train station and leave on your own. ​You may also request the complementary drop off to specific Rocky Mountaineer partner hotels from the train station. Please contact us at least 32 days prior to departure for such request, otherwise, the trip will end at the Rocky Mountaineer train station. Arrival Vancouver in between 18:30 to 20:30. Please contact Rocky Mountaineer Train Company if you have more questions about the arrival time (1-877-460-3200).

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Rocky Mountaineer Railway One Way Ticket (Silverleaf)
Bilingual Tour guide after train tour (English & Chinese)
English guide on the train
Meals on the train (2 Breakfast & 2 Lunch)
7 Nights hotel accommodation
Transportation with Air-conditioned vehicle
Traffic Accident Insurance
National Park Admission Fees (Included in check out price)
Service fees for driver and guide (Included in check out price)

Price Excludes

Air fare
Personal expenses
Meals and beverage
Travel insurance
Other expenses not mentioned
Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary

Additional Notes

Pre-order Meal Selection: If you choose the meal plan, please select your main dish for lunch from the following options: Chicken, Alberta Beef, or Vegetarian. Each guest may choose their own option. If we do not receive your selection 14 days prior to the tour departure, "Alberta Beef" will be automatically selected as the main dish.
Meal Plan: Not recommend choosing the group meal option for guests with any dietary requirement (e.g., vegetarian) or allergies.
This is a local bus tour, and you will join the tour with other travelers locally. The itinerary sequence/hotel arrangements, tour guide and vehicle might be subject to change due to departure date. The itinerary and services will not change.
Hotel rooms: The standard Twin room in North American hotels is equipped with one double bed, two double beds or one double bed or one sofa bed. Triple/Quadruple room does not include a third/fourth bed the room types are based on the double occupancy. No extra bed for 3rd & 4th person.
Check-in time: Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. Guests arriving in the morning are not guaranteed to check in.
Hotel Notes: According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls and etc. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of passenger's own cost.
Other Notes: As the tour price includes the train fare, please ensure that the correct names of the passengers are provided when booking, as any discrepancies will result in the guest being responsible for the related costs. Additionally, if you would like to upgrade to GoldLeaf at an additional cost, please contact us.
Luggage Allowance: Each person is allowed one check-in and one carry-on luggage, subject to applicable size restrictions. An additional fee of C$52.50 (C$50 + 5% tax) will be charged per extra baggage.
VIP Seat Availability: VIP Seats (first 4 rows) are not guaranteed on airport pickup day.
VIP SEAT Upgrade If you prefer VIP seats in the first four rows on the coach, there is an additional fee of CA$165 per person. Please feel free to contact us if needed. *Airport pickup day will not be guaranteed for the first 4 rows.
Itinerary Adjustments: In case of attraction closures due to weather conditions, we will substitute them with alternative attractions to ensure a fulfilling experience.