Rocky Mountaineer: First Passage to the West Excursion Banff WestboundGoldLeaf + Premier RoomMisc days : 1 - 1Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF)Rocky Mountaineer is proud to partner in supporting Indigenous tourism. With every booking on our Canadian rail routes, we are contributing $5 CAD per person to the Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF). To learn more about the fund, visit www.rockymountaineer.com/ITDF. If you have questions or wish to remove this contribution from your booking, please contact us at 1.877.460.3200.Verbiage days : 1 - 1Calgary Arrival InformationUpon arrival in Calgary, transfer independently to your hotel. Visit https://www.rockymountaineer.com/preparing-to-go/getting-to-our-destinations for transportation options from Calgary International Airport (YYC), Banff and Lake Louise.Accommodation days : 1 - 2Fairmont Palliser HotelCentrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues.Fairmont Gold rooms are well appointed, elegantly decorated with an elevated level of service and upgraded amenities. Enjoy exclusive access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge, offering complimentary breakfast, evening canapés and dessert. All guests have access to the fully equipped Health Club, whirlpool and sauna.Your room will have one king bed.Transfer days : 2 - 2Sightseeing Transfer Calgary to Banff (Route 3)Depart Calgary by motorcoach for your full-day tour to Banff. Tour highlights include Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Banff Gondola, and enjoy a spectacular cruise of Lake Minnewanka.Activity days : 2 - 2Banff Gondola - Route 3Climb Sulphur Mountain in a record-breaking eight minutes and get a bird's-eye view of six mountain ranges. Sorry, did we say 'climb'? We mean 'ascend in style' in your fully enclosed four-passenger gondola cabin!Activity days : 2 - 2Banff Minnewanka Lake CruiseThis magnificent interpretive lake cruise of Minnewanka and the scenic Canadian Rockies is just over one hour and provides unique photo opportunities unavailable elsewhere. Experienced crew will guide you through this rugged paradise richly steeped in history, native folklore and geology. Lake Minnewanka is just a 15-minute drive from the town site of Banff along the Minnewanka Loop Drive, in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.Accommodation days : 2 - 4Fairmont Banff Springs HotelThe world-famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to guests for more than 125 years. The Fairmont Banff Springs offers a championship golf course, the award winning European-style Willow Stream Spa, and authentically local dining experiences.Fairmont Gold Two Bedroom Suites are ideal for families and entertaining. These suites feature a grand parlour living room, Bose stereo system and individually styled furniture. Each guestroom has a private bathroom, offering total comfort and privacy. Fairmont Gold guests enjoy exclusive privileges including access to the private lounge, continental breakfast and evening canapés & full-service bar. Guests also have access to a variety of included activities and services such as daily fitness classes, guided walks and complimentary transit passes.Your room will have two king beds or one king bed and two double beds.MultiDayItem days : 2 - 4National Parks PassYour admission to Canadian national parks is included in your package. Your pass is only valid for the number of days that you have booked accommodation in a National Park through Rocky Mountaineer.Verbiage days : 3 - 3Free Day in BanffEnjoy the day with free time to relax or book activities at your leisure.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time.View our recommended tours: https://www.rockymountaineer.com/customize-your-canadian-journeyVerbiage days : 4 - 4FPW Excursion Banff WestboundTransfer days : 4 - 4Coach Transfer Banff Hotel to Banff TrainEarly this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your selected pick-up location. Please confirm your pick-up location in our Guest Portal (www.rockymountaineer.com/your-booking). Estimated pick-up time: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM PT Times will be confirmed in your final travel documents sent by email 30 days prior to your departure date.Rail days : 4 - 4FPW Banff to Lake LouiseBoard the Rocky Mountaineer Train in the iconic mountain town of Banff and begin your journey west. Highlights include travelling alongside the Bow River, Castle Mountain, and stunning mountain peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Estimated departure time: 8:00 AM MTRail days : 4 - 4FPW Lake Louise to KamloopsTravel from the heart of the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the interior of British Columbia. From the towering mountains of the Rockies to the desert landscape of British Columbia's interior, the landscape transformation is spectacular. Highlights include Spiral Tunnels, Stoney Creek Bridge, and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Spend the evening exploring the city of Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room. Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard. For guests departing from Lake Louise: Estimated departure time: 9:15 AM MTEstimated arrival time: 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM PT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays.Misc days : 4 - 4Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 4 - 4Coach Transfer Kamloops Station to Kamloops HotelUpon arrival at the Kamloops train siding, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.Accommodation days : 4 - 5Kamloops AccommodationEnjoy your evening at your leisure. Details of your accommodation in Kamloops or the surrounding area, including Sun Peaks Resort, will be provided at the time of check-in. You will stay in moderate two- or three-star accommodation with essential amenities and great service. While these accommodations are clean and comfortable, they may not be as luxurious as those in other destinations on your journey.Transfer days : 5 - 5Coach Transfer Kamloops Hotel to Kamloops StationEarly this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your hotel.Rail days : 5 - 5FPW Kamloops to VancouverBoard the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Kamloops Station to continue your journey west to the coastal city of Vancouver. Travel through desert landscapes, steep canyons and the farmlands of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the stunning and vast Kamloops Lake, historic Cisco Crossing railroad bridges, and Hell's Gate. Estimated departure time: 8:00 AM PTEstimated arrival time: 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM PT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays. If your package does not already include accommodation at the end of your journey, please do not arrange connecting transportation such as flights, on this day.Misc days : 5 - 5Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 5 - 5Coach Transfer Vancouver Station to Vancouver HotelUpon your arrival at the Vancouver Station, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your hotel.Accommodation days : 5 - 7Fairmont Waterfront HotelLocated on the city’s dynamic harbourfront, the Fairmont Waterfront is a world class luxury hotel in Vancouver offering upscale comfort, personalized service, and unparalleled West Coast views, with easy access to everything that makes Vancouver spectacular. When it comes to convenient location, it’s hard to beat the Fairmont Waterfront.Verbiage days : 6 - 6Free Day in VancouverEnjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours: http://www.rockymountaineer.com/customize-your-canadian-journeyVerbiage days : 7 - 7Vancouver Departure InformationDepart your hotel in Vancouver and transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). days : 7 - 7Return Home