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Western Canada by Rail 2027
9 days from Calgary to Vancouver
Tour Description:
Create incredible memories to last a lifetime traveling through the majestic Canadian Rockies! You’ll overnight in Calgary, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Kamloops, Vancouver, and Victoria. Along the way, you’ll witness spectacular scenery and visit western Canada’s most famous cities. Adventure calls from Calgary, home of the world-famous Calgary Stampede, to Banff National Park and luminescent Lake Louise to Icefield Parkway to explore the 750-foot-thick ice aboard the all-terrain Ice Explorer to the jaw-dropping peaks of Jasper National Park. Experience an amazing two-day rail journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer and never miss a magnificent sight while traveling by train during the daylight hours. Pass Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies’ highest mountain, wild rivers, magnificent mountain ranges, and turbulent Hell’s Gate rapids on the Fraser River. Cross by ferry through the Gulf Islands from Vancouver to Victoria on Vancouver Island. Marvel at the stunning, world-famous Butchart Gardens then have free time to explore this very British city. Return by ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver to conclude this unforgettable value-minded vacation in Canada!
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Dates & Pricing
| Tuesday 11 May 27 — Wednesday 19 May 27 | Starting at $4,399 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 25 May 27 — Wednesday 02 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,629 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 01 Jun 27 — Wednesday 09 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 22 Jun 27 — Wednesday 30 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 06 Jul 27 — Wednesday 14 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 13 Jul 27 — Wednesday 21 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,909 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 03 Aug 27 — Wednesday 11 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 17 Aug 27 — Wednesday 25 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 24 Aug 27 — Wednesday 01 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,809 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 31 Aug 27 — Wednesday 08 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,989 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 07 Sep 27 — Wednesday 15 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,989 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 14 Sep 27 — Wednesday 22 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,919 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:• Entrance fee to Banff National Park and Jasper National Park• Orientation tours of Banff, Jasper, and Victoria• Tickets for the Icefields Explorer Experience at Columbia Icefields• 2-day, all-daylight rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Service (GoldLeaf Service upgrades are available)• Guided city sightseeing of Vancouver• Ferry crossing to/from Vancouver Island• Admission to Butchart Gardens, Vancouver Island
Notes:
• Early departures may not be able to visit Columbia Icefield, which opens in early May, take the Maligne Lake & Spirit Island optional excursion which opens in late May to early June, or take the Moraine Lake optional excursion which opens in early June. Visiting and participating in other activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions and vendor dates of operation.• Maximum elevation on tour: 7,500 ft.
• Early departures may not be able to visit Columbia Icefield, which opens in early May, take the Maligne Lake & Spirit Island optional excursion which opens in late May to early June, or take the Moraine Lake optional excursion which opens in early June. Visiting and participating in other activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions and vendor dates of operation.• Maximum elevation on tour: 7,500 ft.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 CALGARY
Welcome to Calgary! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3:-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions
Day 2 CALGARY–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Home to the Calgary Stampede, discover how the discovery of oil turned this once ranching town into a thriving cultural city. See many of downtown Calgary’s attractions on today’s sightseeing tour, including Fort Calgary, Stampede Park, the Saddledome, and Canada Olympic Park. Next, drive west through the foothills of the Rockies into Banff National Park. Enjoy an orientation tour upon arrival. Evening is at leisure
Day 3 BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy the day exploring Banff, Canada’s first national park. Hike the many trails, stroll through Banff townsite, or simply relax at the hot springs. The park is also the perfect place for wildlife watching as it is home to 53 species of mammals. Most commonly seen are deer, elk, and big horn sheep. For a uniquely thrilling perspective, take an optional helicopter ride for breathtaking aerial views of the Canadian Rockies. If you prefer your feet on the ground, join the Panoramas & Peaks* optional excursion to visit breathtaking Moraine Lake in the famed Valley of the Ten Peaks.
*This optional excursion begins operating in early June
Day 4 BANFF NATIONAL PARK–LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
First stop is stunning Lake Louise, the crown jewel of Banff National Park, with its turquoise waters reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Then precipitous gorges, snowcapped mountain ranges, and more exquisite lakes come into view as your motorcoach scales three mountain passes. Stop at the Columbia Icefield for a special trip highlight and experience the Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle that travels on ice measuring 750 feet thick! Late this afternoon, go with the flow on an optional float trip down the Athabasca River. Upon arrival in Jasper National Park, take an orientation tour showcasing the area’s unspoiled beauty
Day 5 JASPER NATIONAL PARK
A day at leisure to explore the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. This morning, consider joining the optional narrated cruise on magical Maligne Lake to Spirit Island*. On the return journey, view picturesque Medicine Lake and Maligne Canyon keeping an eye out for native wildlife, including grizzly bears, moose, and elk. Then perhaps do some hiking or peruse the shops in town.
*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June
Day 6 JASPER NATIONAL PARK–ROCKY MOUNTAINEER–MOUNT ROBSON–KAMLOOPS
An exciting morning as you board the Rocky Mountaineer for a two-day, all-daylight, classic rail journey from the Canadian Rockies to the Pacific Coast. En route, pass Mount Robson, the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies. Follow the North Thompson River and enjoy vistas of the Monashee Mountains. Enjoy free time in Kamloops this evening. (B,L)
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BreakfastLunchDay 7 KAMLOOPS–ROCKY MOUNTAINEER–VANCOUVER
This morning, your train adventure continues as you head through the ranchlands along the Thompson River. View the stark beauty of Fraser Canyon and the turbulence of mighty Hell’s Gate creating whitewater on the Fraser River. After an evening arrival in Vancouver, transfer to your hotel. (B,L)
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BreakfastLunchDay 8 VANCOUVER–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
Morning sightseeing focuses on Vancouver’s beautiful Stanley Park and other famous landmarks. Afterward, sail through the spectacular Gulf Islands, known for their Mediterranean-like climate, to the charming city of Victoria, capital of British Columbia. Stop at world-famous Butchart Gardens with its 55-acres of floral displays, then enjoy sightseeing in Victoria that includes Bastion Square, the Parliament Buildings, and Thunderbird Park with its collection of totem poles. This evening, perhaps enjoy a walk and a fresh seafood dinner along the harbourfront while you savor the view
Day 9 VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
Sail via ferry across the Strait of Georgia this morning to Vancouver. After arriving, drive to Vancouver International Airport where your vacation ends. Please schedule flights after 2:00 pm. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore Vancouver further.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Calgary | Banff | Jasper | Vancouver | Victoria |
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
First-Class
First-Class
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
