Discovery Route & Rocky Mountains

For lovers of rail travel this journey is a must do! Travel through the heartland of British Columbia from Vancouver to Jasper in the Canadian Rockies. A dream route that brings a whole new perspective to the heart and soul of BC’s interior. It’s picture book scenery, where tiny communities, ranches, and wild country blend comfortably to make each day a highlight.

Itinerary:  

Day 1: Vancouver arrival:
Transfer from the Vancouver Airport to your hotel in Vancouver downtown by limo transfer. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in downtown Vancouver.

Day 2: Vancouver to Whistler:
This afternoon travel from Vancouver to Whistler by van or Motorcoach. The scenic 2.5 hr drive takes you along the "Sea to Sky" Highway to the alpine resort of Whistler. Overnight Whistler.

Day 3: Whistler to Quesnel:
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 to 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 glacial-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.

Day 4: Quesnel to Jasper:
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 to the north by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains and to the south by the Cariboo Mountains. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and through the Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 5: Jasper:
Today is at your leisure to explore Jasper and Jasper National Park. Optional excursions are offered such as guided hikes and glacier hikes, Miette Hot Springs and wildlife tour and river rafting tours. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 6: Jasper to Banff:
Today travel by Motorcoach the Icefields Parkway (please note that the Motorcoach will make scheduled pick up and drop off stops along the route). Overnight in Banff.

Day 7: Banff to Calgary:
This morning you have time to explore Banff. Visit the Fairmont Hot Springs, take the gondola up to Sulphur Mountain, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies (not included). You will have a 360^o view from the upper gondola terminal, there are other viewing decks and the Summit Ridge interpretive boardwalk. In the afternoon transfer to Calgary by van or Motorcoach. Overnight Calgary.

Day 8: Calgary - departure:
Transfer to the airport on own for your departure or start additional program

Services included:   

7 night accommodation in moderate class hotels, journey on the Whistler Mountaineer from Whistler to Jasper via Quesnel in RedLeaf Service, scheduled transportation (van or Motorcoach) from Vancouver to Whistler and Jasper to Banff, limo transfer from Vancouver Airport to downtown Vancouver hotel upon arrival, provincial accommodation and sales taxes.

Not included: meals, national park entrance fees, optional activities, driver and guide gratuity and GST.

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