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6-Day Canadian Rockies and VIA Railway to Calgary Winter Semi-Guided Tour from Vancouver

Our Price: from
US$1069
￥7243
€935
C$1500
Rs.103318
(Price per person based on double occupancy) Duration: 6 days Language: English; Mandarin Chinese Group Size: Max 55 people Visit Banff National Park (Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Bow Falls, Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, Johnson Canyon, Minnewanka Lake, Peyto Lake, Surprise Corner, Two Jack Lake, Vermillion Lake), Banff, Jasper, Vancouver, Yoho National Park (Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Spiral Tunnels), Kootenay National Park (Marble Canyon).
Highlights:
  • A semi-guided trip with well-connected itineraries and arrangements, for a spontaneous and hassle-free adventure!
  • Discover the unforgettable Winter Via Rail Tour of the Canadian Rockies
  • Best winter fun activities. Must Try !
  • Experience the fairytale-like beauty of Lake Louise's snowy scenes
  • Experience the spectacular frozen waterfall across the Marble Canyon Bridges.
  • Complimentary Use of Crampons for Strolling through Johnston Canyon - Seeing the glacier canyon is truly believing

Itinerary

Day 1:Vancouver, BC

Hotel: Standard: On the Train
Meals: Breakfast: Excluded; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Included - Seat ticket: Please arrange by yourself<br> Berth and Cabin ticket: Dinner is included
The Train will departure at 3pm. please self check in at the VIA staion.
  • 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!

Day 2:VIA National Rail - Jasper (No tour guide service)

Hotel: Standard: Whistler Inn/ Athabasca Hotel or similar
Meals: Meal: Excluded
At around 11:00am we will arrive in Jasper. Then guests will do self check-in at Jasper hotel (The hotel's location and transportation details will be provided prior to your departure date). Enjoy and spend a wonderful night in Jasper.
You can add-on activities in the afternoon at your choice.
1. Secrets of Jasper Snowshoe Tour
2. DarkSky - A Full Evening of Cosmic Discovery
  • Jasper, AB
    This town in the wilderness of Alberta, Canada serves as the gateway to the national park of the same name, where visitors can see the Athabasca Glacier. There are many lakes in the area.
  • Secrets of Jasper Snowshoe Tour
    Embark on a snowshoe journey through snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and serene mountain meadows. Whether you are an experienced snowshoer or a beginner, a professional guide will assist you in navigating the snow while sharing insights on the area's history, geology, ecology, and the beauty of the winter landscape.
    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • DarkSky - A Full Evening of Cosmic Discovery
    Jasper is one of the world’s largest and most accessible Dark Sky Preserves and is home to one of the few town-owned planetariums in North America. Enjoy an engaging and awe-inspiring night of stargazing! The full experience includes a visit to the planetarium and telescope viewing.
    Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes to 2 Hours

Day 3:Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Banff (No tour guide service)(288 km)

Hotel: Standard: Elk + Avenue Hotel, Canalta Lodge, Caribou Lodge, Aspen Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Meal Plan; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded

Please wait at the hotel lobby from 8:00 to 8:30 AM to board the Jasper - Banff bus, heading to Banff National Park. We will travel along the famous Icefields Parkway, recognized as one of the "Top 10 Scenic Drives in the World" by National Geographic. Along the way, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking winter scenery with everything covered in a blanket of glistening snow. In the afternoon, we will arrive in Banff Town, often referred to as the "Little Switzerland." During the winter season, Banff Town takes on a magical ambiance with its snow-covered landscapes. After dropping you off at the hotel, you'll have time to explore Banff freely.

Jasper - Banff Bus: Each passenger is allowed to bring 1 piece of carry-on luggage, 1 suitcase, and 1 personal item. Additional luggage requests will incur an extra fee. SUNDOG, additional luggage is CAD$15+GST per item, ski equipment is CAD$40+GST per item, can be paid on the bus.

  • Banff, AB
    Banff 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.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

Day 4:Johnston Canyon Upper Falls - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Banff Gondola (closed Nov 4–15, replaced with Cave & Basin National Historic Site)(207 km)

Hotel: Standard: Elk + Avenue Hotel, Canalta Lodge, Caribou Lodge, Aspen Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Meal Plan; Lunch: Meal Plan - Lunch at Seoul Country Restaurant; Dinner: Excluded

Your first stop is Johnston Canyon, where you will hike along the scenic trail to the Upper Falls. (Trail information: approx. 5 km round trip, 120 m elevation gain. Ice cleats are provided during winter months.) Experience dramatic canyon walls and sparkling frozen waterfalls. Next, enjoy lunch time in Banff Town (optional at own expense). Afterward, continue to Bow Falls and Surprise Corner, two iconic viewpoints offering postcard-perfect winter scenery of the Rockies. The highlight of the day is the Banff Gondola, ascending Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking 360° panoramic view of the snow-covered peaks and Banff town below. (During the gondola's annual maintenance period, November 4–15, this stop will be replaced by the Cave and Basin National Historic Site - free tickets)

  • 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.
    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • Johnson Canyon
    Johnson Canyon is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park。There are two spectacular waterfalls in the Johnston gorge: Falls Upper and Falls Lower.
    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
  • Surprise Corner
    Surprise Corner is about a mile from the centre of Banff town. The surprise at the corner of Tunnel Mountain Road in the town of Banff is the sudden appearance and incredible view of the [Fairmont Banff Springs]
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Bow Falls
    Bow Falls is not like your typical waterfall, it is wide and short. You can also see the valley that was eroded by glacier activity and the [Bow Falls] over the years.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Banff Gondola
    Enjoy a 1.5-hour round-trip gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in stunning views, explore the boardwalk, visit two small museums, and enjoy dining options(additional charge) at the top.
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Banff, AB
    Banff 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.
    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
  • Cave and Basin National Historic Site
    The place to know about the history of this National Park. The Canadian National Park system was effectively born at these hot springs, discovered accidentally by three Canadian Pacific Railway employees on their day off in 1883.

Day 5:Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Icefield Parkway - Lake Louise Village Lunch Time - Vermillion Outlook - Lake Minnewanka - Two Jack Lake(82 km)

Hotel: Standard: Elk + Avenue Hotel, Canalta Lodge, Caribou Lodge, Aspen Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast: Meal Plan; Lunch: Meal Plan - Lake Louise Asian/Western Set Lunch; Dinner: Excluded
The first stop is Bow Lake, admired for its stunning alpine waters framed by towering mountains. Continue to Peyto Lake, world-famous for its unique maple-leaf shape. The viewpoint offers outstanding photography opportunities, and in winter includes a short guided hike (Ice cleats are provided during winter months). Along the way, enjoy views of the dramatic Crowfoot Glacier, a striking highlight of the Parkway. Next, enjoy lunch time in Lake Louise Village (optional at own expense). In the afternoon, visit the Vermilion Lakes Viewpoint, where in winter the frozen lake surface reflects the majestic Mount Rundle, creating postcard-perfect scenery. Continue on to Lake Minnewanka, where under the right winter conditions you may see the magical “frozen bubble” phenomenon beneath the ice. The journey also includes a stop at the tranquil Two Jack Lake.
  • 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.
    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • Bow Lake
    Bow Lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of Mount Jimmy Simpson.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Peyto Lake
    Along the way, stop at [Peyto Lake] for its beautiful shape like a Maple (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction)
    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Crowfoot Glacier (Passing By)
    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.
  • Vermillion Lake
    The lake comes from the sulfur hot springs of the nearby Sulfur Mountain, so the riverbed is cinnabar brown, and the shore is swampy, with a natural smell of sulfur in the slimy mud. Here, as long as you look up, you will see the pretty Rundle Mountain.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
  • Minnewanka Lake
    This glacial lake is the longest in the Canadian Rockies at 21 kilometers long. The lake is fed by several streams and rivers, most notably the Cascade River.
    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
  • Two Jack Lake
    Located to the northeast of the town of Banff, Two Jack lake offers some of the area's best camping, hiking, and boating opportunities. From the lake, visitors have an impeccable view of Lundahl Mountain.
    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

Day 6:Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Lake Louise - Lunch at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise - Marble Canyon(320 km)

Meals: Breakfast: Meal Plan; Lunch: Meal Plan - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 3-crose Lunch (Beef) <b>OR</b> Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Afternoon Tea; Dinner: Excluded

Heading west, you will pass by the historic Spiral Tunnel, an engineering marvel built during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, symbolizing the wisdom and perseverance of early railway workers. Continue on to the tranquil Emerald Lake, a stunning alpine gem that remains enchanting even in winter. Then visit the Natural Bridge, where the Kicking Horse River has carved its way through solid rock to form a naturally sculpted arch. Next, arrive at the magical Lake Louise, framed by the majestic Victoria Glacier. During January to April (subject to official opening dates), the world-renowned Ice Magic Festival transforms the area into a fairytale world of ice and snow sculptures created by artists from around the globe. Overlooking the lake, the elegant Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise adds timeless charm to the scenery. After lunch, continue to Marble Canyon for a light hike. The trail crosses multiple wooden bridges in a zig-zag pattern over a narrow creek, surrounded by towering limestone walls. In winter, frozen waterfalls cascade dramatically into the canyon, creating an unforgettable landscape.

  • 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.
  • Spiral Tunnels (Passing By)
    [Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.
  • 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
  • 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.
    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
  • Lake Louise
    known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks, overlooked by a stately chateau and backed by [Victoria Glacier] and elevated by [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise]
    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
    • Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
      Nestled by the stunning Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers breathtaking views of turquoise waters and Victoria Glacier. This luxurious hotel combines elegance with outdoor adventures, perfect for hiking, skiing, and relaxation in a pristine mountain setting.
  • Kootenay National Park, BC
    Kootenay National Park is located in southeastern British Columbia Canada, covering 1,406 km² in the Canadian Rockies, and forms part of a World Heritage Site.
  • Marble Canyon
    A canyon surrounding Tokumm Creek just above its confluence with the Vermilion River, at the north end of Kootenay National Park in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, Canada.
    Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

Departure & Return

LocationAddressDeparture
Vancouver, BC
1150 Station Street, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, CA (Vancouver VIA Train Station - Vancouver, BC)
Remark:Please arrive at pick up locations at least 1 hours earlier to check in. Tour guide will not accompany on the train.
3:00pm
  • Please arrive at VIA station at least 1 .5 hours earlier. Tour guide will not accompany on the train.
  • Drop off points: (If you don't need to purchase the post tour on last day)
    Banff drop off point: Elk + Avenue Hotel, address: 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1B1
    Calgary drop off point 1: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza, address: 1316 33rd St NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6
    Calgary drop off point 2: Delta Calgary Downtown, address: 209 4th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0C6
    Calgary drop off point 3: Calgary airport, Please arrange your return flight after 9:00PM (domestic flights) and 10:00PM (international flights)
    According to itinerary arrangement, the drop off time may be changed. The specific time is subject to the actual situation.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

4 nights hotel accommodation
Economy Seats on VIA train
Air-conditioned vehicle
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Traffic Accident Insurance
Admission for National Park
Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)

Price Excludes

Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance
Driver/Tour Guide gratuity (Mandatory): C$15/pp/day, airport pick up C$10/pp
Optional activity expenses (will be added when checking out)
Refunds for costs caused by force majeure
Fuel Surcharge (Mandatory): C$5/pp/day.

Additional Notes

VIA Important Notes:

  • There will be no tour guide provided for this day as it is a self-guided itinerary. For assistance, please contact the service number listed in your Tour Confirmation.

Baggage Policy (varies based on your ticket class, If you need a Comfort Plus Cabin, please contact customer service in advance):

  • Economy Class:
  • 1 checked bag (23kg)
  • 1 carry-on (7kg)
  • 1 personal item (e.g., laptop bag or small clothing bag)
  • Comfort Sleeper:
  • 1 checked bag (23kg)
  • 2 carry-ons (7kg each)
  • 1 personal item (e.g., laptop bag or small clothing bag)
  • Comfort Plus Cabin:
  • 1 checked bag (23kg)
  • 2 carry-ons (7kg each)
  • 1 personal item (e.g., laptop bag or small clothing bag)

Meals (based on your class of service):

  • Economy Class: No meals included, but snacks and light meals are available for purchase onboard.
  • Comfort Sleeper & Comfort Plus Cabin: Includes 1 breakfast and 1 dinner. Beverages are available for purchase.

Travel Tip:

To avoid schedule conflicts (e.g., flights or pre-booked tours), please avoid scheduling important activities upon arrival as train delays can sometimes affect your plans.

Special Notes:

This product includes tickets for VIA Rail Canada. Train schedules and policies regarding cancellations or changes due to unforeseen circumstances are subject to VIA Rail Canada's official announcements.

In case of force majeure events (e.g., transport disruptions, station closures, weather conditions, traffic control), the tour operator will assist with changes, but any additional costs (e.g., accommodation, transportation, meals) must be borne by the traveler.

It is highly recommended to purchase travel insurance for your protection.

Banff to Jasper Intercity Bus Important Notes:

  • There will be no tour guide services for this day as it is a self-guided itinerary. If you need assistance, feel free to contact the service number provided in your Tour Confirmation.
  • Please be at the lobby at least 15 minutes prior to departure. The driver will check your name before boarding.
  • The bus does not stop at any attractions along the Icefields Parkway. Due to winter road conditions, the professional driver will ensure a safe and comfortable journey, keeping punctuality in mind whenever possible.

Luggage Policy:

  • Free Luggage Allowance:
  • 1 piece of checked luggage (23kg)
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage (7kg)
  • 1 personal item (such as a laptop bag or small clothing bag)
  • Excess Baggage Fees (anything beyond the free luggage policy will be considered extra and charged directly to the driver in cash):
  • Additional luggage: CAD$16 per item (including tax)
  • Oversized items** (skis, snowboard, bicycle, etc.): CAD$ 32 per item (including tax)
  • Your hotel has been pre-booked, so please show your valid ID at check-in to complete the process.
If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, you will be charged C$30/pp for a second pick-up service.
According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expense, laundry, catering).
All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) to meet the group at the next designated meeting location.
During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a "Letter of Liability Release", no exceptions.
Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 10 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
All add-on activity & meal options must be purchased 10 days before the tour start, and subject to availability of resources.