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7-Day Jasper, Banff Winter Canadian Rockies VIA Railway Experience Tour from Vancouver, ends in Calgary Tour Code: 822-19378

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Overview
Visit Banff National Park (Lake Louise, Sulphur Mountain, Bow Falls, Hoodoos, Lake Louise Ski Resort, Minnewanka Lake, Surprise Corner), Jasper National Park, Yoho National Park (Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge), Jasper, Banff, Clearwater County (Abraham Lake).
  • No Hidden Fees: All fees are disclosed upfront, ensuring no unexpected charges during your tour.
  • VIA Rail Experience
  • Visit 3 stunning Rocky Mt. National Parks - Banff/YOHO National Park/Jasper National Park.
  • Free use of Snowshoes & Skates (Jasper area)
  • Free SnowShoeing ＆ Free Icewalk Experience & Free Banff Hot Springs Admission (Limited Time Only).
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  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
Day 1 Vancouver
Day 2 Jasper - Jasper National Park (8 km)
Day 3 Jasper
Day 4 Jasper - Banff National Park - Banff (240 km)
Day 5 Banff National Park - Banff Town
Day 6 Banff - Yoho National Park (166 km)
Day 7 Banff National Park - Calgary (693 km)

Day 1: Vancouver

Standard Hotel: VIA Train
Meal: Excluded
Today we will board the VIA Rail to Jasper. Economy Class seats do not include any meal plans but the meals and drinks are available to purchase on the train.

Day 2: Jasper - Jasper National Park (8 km)

Deluxe Hotel: Whistlers Inn or Mount Robson Inn or Lobstick Lodge or Similar
Meal: Excluded

Arrive Kamloops, BC for 30 minutes break. Enjoy the spectacular view of Mt. Robson on your right-hand side when the train coming close to Jasper National Park. Arrive Jasper station around 11:00 am, you will be transfer to Jasper Park Lodge by the hotel shuttle bus. Upon arrival, check-in to hotel and free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Outdoor Pool - Swim in the heated outdoor pool and enjoy nature

Planetarium Experience - Join the astronomy experts in a dome theatre for a live virtual tour of Jasper; the world's largest accessible dark sky preserve. (*Reservation is required)

Dinner - Enjoy the outstanding service and a culinary tradition rich in Alberta history with breathtaking Jasper National Park view. (*Reservation is required)

Pub Happy Hours - Relax and sample a menu of Classic Cocktails or a cold pint of Jasper Brewing Company beer. (*Reservation is required)

  • Jasper, AB

    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.

  • Jasper National Park, AB

    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.

Day 3: Jasper

Standard Hotel: Whistlers Inn or Mount Robson Inn or Lobstick Lodge or Similar
Meal: Excluded

Today in Jasper, participating different kinds of winter activities or browse around the town.

Suggested activities: (*Extra fees may apply)

Outdoor Activities - Participate different kinds of outdoor winter activities. (Free rental of equipment is available, subject to availability)

Fat Bike - Enjoy one of Canada's fastest growing winter sports, a great way to see the different forests and mountains. (*Reservation is required)

Canyon Ice walk - Icewalk along the frozen canyon floor through its maze of fascinating ice sculptures. (*Reservation is required)

Jasper town roaming - Browse around the Jasper town, sample the local food and and beer in this alpine town.

Planetarium Experience - Join the astronomy experts in a dome theatre for a live virtual tour of Jasper; the world's largest accessible dark sky preserve. (*Reservation is required)

Dinner - Enjoy the outstanding service and a culinary tradition rich in Alberta history with breathtaking Jasper National Park view. (*Reservation is required)

Pub Happy Hours - Relax and sample a menu of Classic Cocktails or a cold pint of Jasper Brewing Company beer. (*Reservation is required)

  • Jasper, AB

    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.

Day 4: Jasper - Banff National Park - Banff (240 km)

Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge or Similar
Meal: Excluded

Today, you will take the transfer from Jasper hotel to Banff. Free day at your leisure.

Suggested activities: (*Extra fee may apply):

Discover the Castle - Built in 19th century, also known as "Castle in the Rockies", is  predominantly in the Scottish Baronial style, featuring an Arts-and-Crafts interior.
Banff Town - The biggest town among National towns, many shops and restaurants awaiting for your discovery.
*Upper hot Springs - Only outdoor Hot Springs in Banff National Park (*Opening hours vary)
*Dinner - Enjoy the freshest ingredients from local farmers, purveyors and artisans who take great pride in providing the best that land and sea have to offer. (*Reservation is required)
*Pub Happy Hours - Reward yourself with a cold, frosty pint. (*Reservation is required)

  • Banff National Park, AB

    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.

    Banff Upper Hot Springs

    Banff Upper Hot Springs
    Perched high in the Canadian Rockies, Banff Upper Hot Springs offers a truly relaxing escape with breathtaking mountain views. These natural, mineral-rich waters have been soothing visitors for over a century, providing a perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure in Banff National Park

    Opening Hours: Oct 12 - May 6|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

  • Banff, AB

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Day 5: Banff National Park - Banff Town

Breakfast: Excluded|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. We can also choose to take the add-on optional photography tour at your own expense.

Departure around 9:30 AM from Banff. Complete the itinerary between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    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

    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

    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.

    Within the Admission Package - Optional Activity Package Included (Optional)

    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

    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

    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 Photo + Wildlife Night Tour

    Capture Banff's magic with expert guides. Photograph wildlife, Vermillion Lake's fiery sunset, and Banff Town under starry skies. Learn pro photo tips to immortalize these moments. The adventure begins 30 minutes before sunset in Banff National Park.(Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

Day 6: Banff - Yoho National Park (166 km)

Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge or Similar
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
We will head to Lake Louise, experience snowshoeing. Then we will continue to Yoho National Park where we will visit Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    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
    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

    Snowshoeing

    Snowshoeing
    Come to Banff National Park and take a snowshoeing tour, which is a unique way to explore this beautiful, natural landscape.

    Snowshoe rental is included (weather dependent)

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • Yoho National Park, BC

    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

    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

    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

Day 7: Banff National Park - Calgary (693 km)

Meal: Excluded
We will visit Lake Louise Ski Resort. Guests can experience Tubing, Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola.
*If Not Open, will be replaced by Icefield Parkway (Bow Lake/Peyto Lake)
*Will be replaced by leisure time at Lake Louise if not joining below optional activities.
*Nov-Dec & Apr stop for about 3 hours // Jan-Mar stop for about 2 hours

Afterwards we will continue to visit Lake Minnewanka and Banff Upper Hotspring

**SEASONAL SPECIAL For JAN-MAR departure, we will visit the "Bubble Lake (Abraham Lake)" + Heli Tour (Optional) instead of Minnewanka Lake & Hot Springs.

At the end of day we will return to Calgary.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    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 Ski Resort

    Lake Louise Ski Resort
    One of three major ski resorts located in Banff National Park near the village of Lake Louise, Alberta. Lake Louise has been a home to skiing since the 1920s, as the gateway to the Skoki Ski Lodge.

    *Will be replaced by leisure time at Lake Louise if not joining below optional activities.
    **If Not Open, will be replaced by Icefield Parkway (Bow Lake/Peyto Lake)

    Duration: 2-3 Hours

    Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola (Optional if weather permits)

    Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola
    Enjoy the breathtaking views of the scenic Banff National Park from an open chair lift or full enclosed gondola at 6,850 feet elevation. Sightseeing gondolas offer guests a unique vantage point from which to see Banff's stunning glaciers, mountain peaks, flora, serene springs, and wildlife.

    Snow Tubing (Optional if weather permits)

    Snow Tubing
    There's no feeling quite like the rushing, swooping sensation of tubing down a large hill. At Banff National Park, you have the chance to do it to your heart's content!

    Minnewanka Lake

    Minnewanka Lake
    A stunning glacial lake surrounded by the rugged beauty of Banff National Park, Lake Minnewanka is a must-see for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Its crystal-clear waters stretch for 21 kilometers, making it the largest lake in the park.

    For JAN-MAR departure, we will visit the "Bubble Lake (Abraham Lake)" instead

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Banff Upper Hot Springs

    Banff Upper Hot Springs
    Perched high in the Canadian Rockies, Banff Upper Hot Springs offers a truly relaxing escape with breathtaking mountain views. These natural, mineral-rich waters have been soothing visitors for over a century, providing a perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure in Banff National Park

    For JAN-MAR departure, we will visit the "Bubble Lake (Abraham Lake)" instead.
    ** Will be replaced by Cave & Basin if not available

    Opening Hours: Oct 12 - May 6|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour (Optional if weather permits)

    Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
    Take a helicopter tour and see the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains in all their splendor from above.

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • Clearwater County, AB

    A municipal district in west central Alberta, Canada.

    Abraham Lake

    Abraham Lake
    An artificial lake in western Alberta, Canada with a surface area of 53.7 km2 and a length of 32 km. It is a popular destination for photographers because of "frozen bubbles" under the ice.

    During Jan - Mar, tours that depart on Fridays will visit Abraham Lake instead of Minnewanka Lake and Banff Upper Hot Springs

Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure
Vancouver, BC 1150 Station Street, Vancouver, BC, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7 (Vancouver VIA Train Station - Vancouver, BC) 3:00pm
  • Airport Drop off: Please arrange your return flight at Calgary Airport after 9:30pm.

Price Includes

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Bilingual Tour guide (English & Chinese)
  • Transportation (including the driver, fuel, parking, and toll fees)
  • VIA Economic Class one way ticket
  • Rental of Snowshoes & Crampon (Weather dependent)
  • Banff Upper Springs Admission (Limited Time Only)

Price Excludes

  • Service charge for the tour guide/driver (Suggest CAD$15 per person per day)
  • Optional admissions
  • Personal expense and meals (lunches & dinners)
  • Airfare

Additional Note

  • Hotel Policy
  • Hotel Room Type: Standard rooms feature either "two double beds" , "one double bed with a sofa bed", or "one double bed". Please note that no extra beds are provided for 3rd or 4th guests in the room.
  • Check-in Time: Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. Guests arriving in the morning are not guaranteed to check in.
  • Others: According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide a credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls, etc. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of the passenger's own cost.

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Terms & Condition

  • More than 32 days prior to departure: 20% of the total booking amount will be charged.
  • 15-31 days prior to departure - 60% of total purchase amount + 5%GTS
  • Within 14 days of departure: tour will be NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-CHANGEABLE.
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  • We reserves the right to postpone, cancel, or change the tour and/or hotel accommodation
  • Any loss or additional expenses incurred shall be bound by the participant
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  • Complementary Items (If applicable): If the tour package includes complimentary items, there is no cash value or refund for unused services.

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