Rocky Mountaineer: Best of the Rockies Circle Journey - Spring/FallGoldLeaf + Standard 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 - 1Vancouver Arrival InformationTransfer independently to your hotel in Vancouver. Visit https://www.rockymountaineer.com/preparing-to-go/getting-to-our-destinations for transportation options from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).Accommodation days : 1 - 2Sutton Place HotelFew hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities.Immerse yourself in a blend of old-world charm and modern contemporary nuances in the newly renovated Sutton Rooms. All guests can enjoy access to the hotel's indoor pool and fitness centre. Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.Verbiage days : 2 - 2Best of the Rockies Circle JourneyTransfer days : 2 - 2Coach Transfer Vancouver Hotel to Vancouver Station - Rail OnlyEarly this morning you will be transferred by motorcoach to the station from your pick-up location selected at the time of 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 : 2 - 2FPW Vancouver to KamloopsTravel from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. From the farmlands of the Fraser Valley to the steep canyons and desert landscape of British Columbia's interior, the landscape transformation is spectacular. Highlights include Hell's Gate, the historic Cisco Crossing railroad bridges, and stunning and vast Kamloops Lake. Spend the evening exploring the city of Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room. Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard. Estimated departure time: 8:00 AM PTEstimated arrival time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays.Misc days : 2 - 2Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 2 - 2Coach Transfer Kamloops Station to Kamloops HotelUpon arrival at the Kamloops train siding, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.Accommodation days : 2 - 3Kamloops 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 : 3 - 3Coach Transfer Kamloops Hotel to Kamloops StationEarly this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your hotel.Rail days : 3 - 3FPW Kamloops to Lake LouiseBoard the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Kamloops Station to continue your journey east to the Canadian Rockies. Travel across ranchlands, along lakeshores, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of Canada. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Stoney Creek Bridge, the iconic Spiral Tunnels, and stunning Canadian Rockies. Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard. For guests ending their journey in Lake Louise:Estimated departure time: 6:50 AM PTEstimated arrival time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM MT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays. Please note, the train does not stop at Lake Louise. It stops at the historic Lake Louise train station. If you are continuing onto Banff, please note you will not disembark at the Lake Louise train station.Rail days : 3 - 3FPW Lake Louise to BanffContinue onto your final destination of Banff, located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Estimated arrival time: 7:30 PM-9:30 PM MT 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 : 3 - 3Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 3 - 3Coach Transfer Banff Train to Banff Hotel - Rail OnlyUpon arrival at the Rocky Mountaineer Banff Train Siding, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the drop-off location selected at the time of booking.Accommodation days : 3 - 6Elk + Avenue HotelExperience exceptional comfort and warm hospitality at the Elk + Avenue Hotel, located in downtown Banff, in the heart of Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies.These contemporary rooms offer a luxurious in-room experience, with modern decor and upgraded bathroom amenities. Enjoy access to the hotel's jacuzzi and sauna. Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds. Please note: Not all hotels throughout the Canadian Rockies, in Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise have air conditioning in their guestrooms. If air conditioning is not available, the guestroom will have windows that open, and/or a ceiling fan, or electric fan to ensure you have a comfortable stay.MultiDayItem days : 3 - 10National 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 : 4 - 4Free 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 : 5 - 5Second Free Day in BanffEnjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure.Transfer days : 6 - 6Sightseeing Transfer Banff to Lake Louise (Route 6)This morning, embark on a scenic transfer to Lake Louise via Yoho National Park, with highlights including the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, and a natural rock bridge over the Kicking Horse River.The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. For guests returning to Banff, your full day tour is complete upon return to Banff via a separate transfer later in the day.Accommodation days : 6 - 8Post Hotel & SpaWarm, inviting, and steeped in history, Post Hotel & Spa is nestled among the spectacular peaks of Banff National Park.These spacious room features charming décor, your own private patio, luxury bathroom amenities and a cozy seating area to relax and unwind. All guests have access to the hotel's saltwater pool. Your room will have one king or two double beds. Please note: Not all hotels throughout the Canadian Rockies, in Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise have air conditioning in their guestrooms. If air conditioning is not available, the guestroom will have windows that open, and/or a ceiling fan, or electric fan to ensure you have a comfortable stay.Verbiage days : 7 - 7Free Day in Lake LouiseEnjoy the day in Lake Louise to relax and explore.Transfer days : 8 - 8Direct Transfer Lake Louise to Jasper (Route 1)Enjoy the scenery along the Icefield Parkway on your direct transfer from Lake Louise to Jasper.The journey will take approximately three and a half hours.Meals days : 8 - 8Parkway Box LunchAccommodation days : 8 - 10Fairmont Jasper Park LodgeSituated in Alberta's magnificent Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iconic Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a 700-acre year-round luxury mountain resort which wraps around the shores of pristine Lac Beauvert. The resort's charming village of cedar chalets and cabins, all connected by picturesque paths, offer guests unique access to explore the natural environment surrounding the resort.Lakefront Suites are the premier accommodations at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. All of these suites are adjacent to the 18th fairway of the golf course and are located on the stunning shores of the lake. These rooms feature a spacious bedroom, parlour and either a walk out terrace or balcony. Guests have access to a variety of included activities and services, such as fitness & experience classes as well as a complimentary summer shuttle to Jasper Townsite. Your room will have one king bed and one sofa bed, or two double beds and one sofa bed. Please note: Not all hotels throughout the Canadian Rockies, in Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise have air conditioning in their guestrooms. If air conditioning is not available, the guestroom will have windows that open, and/or a ceiling fan, or electric fan to ensure you have a comfortable stay.Transfer days : 9 - 9Sightseeing Tour Jasper Half DayThis afternoon, immerse yourself in the natural beauty and charm of Jasper's stunning landscapes and iconic landmarks with a half-day sightseeing tour.Transfer days : 10 - 10Coach Transfer RGR Jasper Hotel to Jasper TrainEarly this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your hotel. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.Rail days : 10 - 10RGR Jasper to QuesnelTravel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train from Jasper to the vibrant, rural community of Quesnel. Highlights include the Fraser River, Moose Lake, and Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Spend the evening exploring the town or relaxing in your hotel room. Breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks are included onboard. Estimated departure time: 7:15 AM MTEstimated arrival time: 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM PT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays.Misc days : 10 - 10Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 10 - 10Coach Transfer Quesnel Station to Quesnel HotelUpon arrival at the Quesnel Station, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.Accommodation days : 10 - 11Quesnel AccommodationDetails of your accommodation in Quesnel 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 : 11 - 11Coach Transfer Quesnel Hotel to Quesnel StationThis morning you will be transferred by motorcoach from your Quesnel Hotel to the train station.Rail days : 11 - 11RGR Quesnel to WhistlerEarly this morning, board the Rocky Mountaineer train en route to the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from vast ranchlands to river canyons, and the Coastal Mountains. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your rail journey today ends in Pemberton, where upon arrival you'll take a pre-arranged motorcoach transfer to your hotel in Whistler (approximately a 30-minute drive). Spend the evening exploring the town or relaxing in your hotel room. Breakfast, lunch, beverages and snacks are included onboard. Estimated departure time: 7:30 AM PTEstimated arrival time: 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM PT Please be aware that rail travel can be subject to unforeseen delays.Misc days : 11 - 11Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 11 - 11Coach Transfer Whistler Station to Whistler HotelUpon arrival, you will be transferred by motorcoach from the train to your overnight accommodation.Accommodation days : 11 - 12Whistler AccommodationDetails of your accommodation in Whistler will be provided at the time of check-in. You will stay in well located 4-star accommodations with quality amenities and excellent service. Please note: Due to the availability of our Whistler hotel partners, we cannot guarantee specific properties, and room types are standard.Activity days : 12 - 12Squamish Lil'wat Cultural CentreEnjoy admission to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Explore a collection of contemporary art, historical artifacts, and exhibits from the Squamish and Lil'wat Nations - the original peoples of the shared territories in Whistler. Visit a traditional Istken Pithouse and Longhouse or enjoy a walk through the Salish Stroll Forest.Transfer days : 12 - 12Coach Transfer Whistler Hotel to Whistler StationThis morning you will be transferred by motorcoach from your Whistler accommodation to the Pemberton Train Station. The journey will take approximately 30 minutes.Rail days : 12 - 12RGR Whistler to North VancouverEnjoy your morning exploring Whistler at your leisure. In the afternoon, board the train and continue your journey west to Vancouver. Highlights include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. An afternoon meal served canapé style as well as beverages, and snacks are included onboard. Estimated departure time: 3:30 PM PTEstimated arrival time: 7:00 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 : 12 - 12Onboard Host GratuityTransfer days : 12 - 12Coach Transfer RGR North Vancouver Train to Vancouver HotelUpon arrival at the Rocky Mountaineer North Vancouver Train Siding, you will be transferred to the Drop-Off Location noted in your itinerary.Accommodation days : 12 - 13Sutton Place HotelFew hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities.Immerse yourself in a blend of old-world charm and modern contemporary nuances in the newly renovated Sutton Rooms. All guests can enjoy access to the hotel's indoor pool and fitness centre. Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.Verbiage days : 13 - 13Vancouver Departure InformationDepart your hotel in Vancouver and transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). days : 13 - 13Return Home