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Enjoy the stunning scenery as you travel to the Rockies onboard Rocky Mountaineer.
Destinations > Western Canada > Rainforest to Gold Rush Explorer
2022 Last Call - Save AUD $330 per couple!
9 Days 8 Nights
30 Jun 2022
01 May 2022 to 31 Jul 2022
8 nights hotel accommodation, 3 days Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service, meals as indicated, sightseeing and transportation as specified. *Price is per person based on twin share. Please speak to our team or view our terms and conditions for more information
Selected dates, late Apr - early Oct
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From the depths of the Sea to Sky Corridor to the heights of the Gold Rush, this popular trip includes the highlights of the Canadian Rockies.
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Iconic rail journey
Columbia Icefield Adventure
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Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Following your check-in at and motorcoach transfer from your downtown Vancouver hotel, the Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking rail journey through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Whistler. (B)
Day 3
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley, through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. 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 day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel. Overnight in Quesnel. (B)(L)
Day 4
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper. (B)(L)
Day 5
Jasper National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park. Today you will enjoy a scenic half-day tour of some of the park’s natural attractions and rugged peaks, and perhaps catch a glimpse of the wildlife that calls this region home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 6
Travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Day 7
This morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. After lunch, a half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Ban`. Overnight in Banff.
Please note: While departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your luggage will be stored upon checkout and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour departs.
Day 8
Today you will enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Banff Gondola included. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 12-minute Panoramic Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 9
Your vacation ends upon checkout from your Calgary hotel.
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All prices are quoted in AUD, per person, twin share. Advertised price includes saving. All care is taken to promote correct pricing at time of publication but is dependent upon availability and will be confirmed at time of reservation. Must be booked and deposited by 30Jun22. Valid for travel during the 2022 season, May - July departure dates only. Combinable with Travel Again Promotion. Eligible for Enhanced Flexibility. Valid for both Rail Only and Rocky Packages. Valid in both SilverLeaf & GoldLeaf Service levels. Offers are subject to availability and can change without notification due to fluctuations in charges and currency. Seasonal surcharges & single supplements may apply. Airfares not included unless specified. Contact Adventure World for details. Credit Card surcharges apply.
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