Rockies Rail Getaway Vacation
4 days
Enjoyable for all
Comfortable transport & accommodations. Any physical activities are optional. Temperate environment. Mostly guided. E.g. a train-bus tour
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“The arrangements which you made for us all went very well and we enjoyed the beautiful splendor of the Rockies and the service on the train was excellent. Certainly a journey to remember.”
Roger Cornwell, UK
Imagine a quick getaway from everyday life - just 4 days - returning home with your head clear and your dreams haunted by the vision of a spectacular train journey through the Canadian Rockies. These mountains -- immense and jagged - are always magnificent, and this trip is the quickest way to experience both the mountains and the multicultural metropolis of Vancouver.
You will also travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, undoubtedly one of the most spectacular Rocky Mountain train journeys in the world.
Outline
Arrive Vancouver*
1 night Vancouver
1 night Kamloops
1 night Banff
Depart Calgary
*trip can be done in reverse
Arrive Vancouver*
1 night Vancouver
1 night Kamloops
1 night Banff
Depart Calgary
*trip can be done in reverse
YOUR ITINERARY
(Eastbound shown - Westbound is the same, in reverse)
Day 1 – Canadian Rockies Train Trip Begins - Arrive in Vancouver
You can’t help but relax as soon as you arrive in the west coast city of Vancouver. Surrounded by mountains and ocean, the air is fresh, the ambiance cool, and the residents friendly. Scents from all around the world entice: Japanese sushi, Chinese kung pao, Indian curries. Multiculturalism comes alive in the food.
Day 2 – On the Rocky Mountaineer – from Vancouver to Kamloops
The gentle ‘chug-chug-chug’ begins as your Rocky Mountain bound train pulls out of the station. The sweet smell of fresh fruit and orange juice wafts through your carriage. Step onto the outdoor viewing platform for unobstructed photos and cool breezes. Early in the evening - after a day of good food, great company, and awe-inspiring scenery - the Rocky Mountaineer arrives in the mountain town of Kamloops, for your overnight stay.
Day 3 – On the Rocky Mountaineer – into the Rocky Mountains
This morning return to your train for the final leg of your journey into the Canadian Rockies. The onboard guide teaches you about the important history of the Canadian railroad and the colorful characters who built it. Before you realize, you are surrounded by the snow capped Canadian Rocky mountains and have arrived in the bustling town of Banff.
Day 4 – In the Canadian Rockies – Explore Banff
Take in the sights, scents and sounds of this charming mountain town. A guided tour shows you the highlights; explore the town on your own and find your favourite places. A trip to the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is a must. This is where you’ll find that fudge you’ve been smelling all day.
With your fudge in hand you travel through the foothills of the Rockies and into Calgary as your Canadian Rockies train trip comes to an end.
(Eastbound shown - Westbound is the same, in reverse)
Day 1 – Canadian Rockies Train Trip Begins - Arrive in Vancouver
You can’t help but relax as soon as you arrive in the west coast city of Vancouver. Surrounded by mountains and ocean, the air is fresh, the ambiance cool, and the residents friendly. Scents from all around the world entice: Japanese sushi, Chinese kung pao, Indian curries. Multiculturalism comes alive in the food.
Day 2 – On the Rocky Mountaineer – from Vancouver to Kamloops
The gentle ‘chug-chug-chug’ begins as your Rocky Mountain bound train pulls out of the station. The sweet smell of fresh fruit and orange juice wafts through your carriage. Step onto the outdoor viewing platform for unobstructed photos and cool breezes. Early in the evening - after a day of good food, great company, and awe-inspiring scenery - the Rocky Mountaineer arrives in the mountain town of Kamloops, for your overnight stay.
Day 3 – On the Rocky Mountaineer – into the Rocky Mountains
This morning return to your train for the final leg of your journey into the Canadian Rockies. The onboard guide teaches you about the important history of the Canadian railroad and the colorful characters who built it. Before you realize, you are surrounded by the snow capped Canadian Rocky mountains and have arrived in the bustling town of Banff.
Day 4 – In the Canadian Rockies – Explore Banff
Take in the sights, scents and sounds of this charming mountain town. A guided tour shows you the highlights; explore the town on your own and find your favourite places. A trip to the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is a must. This is where you’ll find that fudge you’ve been smelling all day.
With your fudge in hand you travel through the foothills of the Rockies and into Calgary as your Canadian Rockies train trip comes to an end.
Options & Upgrades
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
- Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service onboard the Rocky Mountaineer - Dome windows that optimize your view of the scenery, freshly prepared gourmet food and an outdoor viewing platform providing wonderful photographic opportunities make this option a must.
- Extra nights in Vancouver, the Rockies or Calgary as well as day-trips and tours make great additions to this trip
- Kamloops Entertainment:
- Two River Junction Dinner & Musical Revue: A humourous take on Canadian Rail history
- The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show: See the amazing feats of talented woodsmen
Accommodation
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
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HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 days on the Rocky Mountaineer train
- Magnificent scenery
- Vancouver, Banff & Calgary
- Canadian Rocky Mountains
- Outstanding food and service
- Choice of great hotels
Testimonials
The trip on the Rockies Rail Getaway was awesome. The staff on the Rocky Mountaineer was so helpful and so kind. This is one of those vacations that I\'ll never, every forget. The accommodations for everything were awesome. So I wanted to thank everyone that helped to set up this trip...
Josh, "YOU DID US GOOD!!!" Our trip was wonderful! Thank you, and your associates, so much for a wonderful trip arrangement and the delightful and responsive interactions with you all along!
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2009 Package Start Dates
Starting in Vancouver
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Apr 15,20,25,29
May 2,4,6,9,11,13,16,18,20,23,25,27,30
Jun 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29
Jul 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Aug 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29,31
Sep 2,5,7,912,14,16,19,21,23,26,28,30
Oct 3,5,7,10,12
Starting in Calgary
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Apr 18,22,27
May 2,4,6,9,11,13,16,18,20,23,25,27,30
Jun 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29
July 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Aug 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29,31
Sep 2,5,7,912,14,16,19,21,23,26,28,30
Oct 3,5,7,10,12,14
Price Notes
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple and child rates are available
Includes
• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer - Standard and Superior include Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf service whilst Deluxe features Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf service
• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
• 3 nights accommodation
• Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola (Gondola Operates from May 1st, 2009 onwards)
• Rail Station transfers in Kamloops
• Transfer to Calgary
• Documentation package
Not Included
• Rocky Mountaineer fuel surcharge $30 pp
• Vancouver Airport Transfer
• Meals, other than onboard Rocky Mountaineer
• Rail Station transfers in Vancouver and Banff
• Luggage handling and gratuities
• National Parks Pass
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• GST
Note : USD $691 Per person price listed above applies to Standard category Apr 15 - Apr 25, 2009
Starting in Vancouver
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Apr 15,20,25,29
May 2,4,6,9,11,13,16,18,20,23,25,27,30
Jun 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29
Jul 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Aug 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29,31
Sep 2,5,7,912,14,16,19,21,23,26,28,30
Oct 3,5,7,10,12
Starting in Calgary
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Apr 18,22,27
May 2,4,6,9,11,13,16,18,20,23,25,27,30
Jun 1,3,6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29
July 1,4,6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27,29
Aug 1,3,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26,29,31
Sep 2,5,7,912,14,16,19,21,23,26,28,30
Oct 3,5,7,10,12,14
| Standard Hotels & Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service Upgrade | |||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | USD$ | CAD$ | |
| Apr 15 - Apr 25 2009 | 691 | 957 | 781 | 1,081 | 549 | 620 |
| Apr 27- May 26 2009 | 945 | 1,192 | 1,068 | 1,348 | 779 | 880 |
| May 27 - Oct 7 2009 | 1,241 | 1,569 | 1,403 | 1,773 | 779 | 880 |
| Oct 8 - Oct 14 2009 | 1,168 | 1,424 | 1,320 | 1,609 | 779 | 880 |
| Superior Hotels & Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service Upgrade | |||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | USD$ | CAD$ | |
| Apr 15 - Apr 25 2009 | 943 | 1,255 | 1,066 | 1,418 | 549 | 620 |
| Apr 27 - May 27 2009 | 1,173 | 1,574 | 1,326 | 1,778 | 779 | 880 |
| May 30 - Oct 7 2009 | 1,409 | 1,868 | 1,592 | 2,111 | 779 | 880 |
| Oct 8 - Oct 14 2009 | 1,140 | 1,506 | 1,288 | 1,701 | 779 | 880 |
| Deluxe Hotels & Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Apr 15 - Apr 25 2009 | 1,577 | 1,905 | 1,782 | 2,153 |
| Apr 27 - May 20 2009 | 2,155 | 2,672 | 2,435 | 3,019 |
| May 21 - Oct 7 2009 | 2,403 | 2,990 | 2,715 | 3,379 |
| Oct 8 - Oct 14 2009 | 2,071 | 2,504 | 2,340 | 2,829 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
• Triple and child rates are available
Includes
• 2 day Rocky Mountaineer - Standard and Superior include Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf service whilst Deluxe features Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf service
• 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
• 3 nights accommodation
• Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola (Gondola Operates from May 1st, 2009 onwards)
• Rail Station transfers in Kamloops
• Transfer to Calgary
• Documentation package
Not Included
• Rocky Mountaineer fuel surcharge $30 pp
• Vancouver Airport Transfer
• Meals, other than onboard Rocky Mountaineer
• Rail Station transfers in Vancouver and Banff
• Luggage handling and gratuities
• National Parks Pass
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• GST
Note : USD $691 Per person price listed above applies to Standard category Apr 15 - Apr 25, 2009
