Canada & The Rocky Mountaineer

This tour takes you on an exciting journey from Calgary to Vancouver, with dramatic scenery and thrilling wildlife the norm. Discover the huge pine forests, snow-capped peaks and crystal-clear lakes of Banff National Park, where there are surprises around every picturesque corner, then admire dazzling Lake Louise – a sparkling beauty set amongst towering mountains. A trip on the Banff - Jasper Highway gives you the chance to explore the Great Columbia Icefield, before arrival at Jasper, home to a breathtaking national park. You'll then board the famous Rocky Mountaineer train for a two-day journey like no other. Take in spectacular views of canyons, mountains, rivers and waterfalls in comfort, and then end your holiday in Vancouver. Said to boast one of the most beautiful settings in the world, see if you agree with a four-night stay here.

• • Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown
  • The well located Ramada Plaza Calgary is within walking distance of local entertainment, shopping and dining. Guest rooms benefit from en- suite, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. With amenities at the hotel itself including two restaurants, fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool.
• • Buffalo Mountain Lodge
  • Set on Tunnel Mountain, this scenic hotel is just 1 mile from downtown Banff.
    The lodge style rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers.
    Amenities include a lounge with a fireplace and an antler chandelier, a restaurant offering modern dishes, and a seasonal eatery with a mountain-view patio. There''s also a hot tub, plus loaner bikes are free.
• • Lobstick Lodge
  • The Lobstick Lodge in Jasper is a comfortable hotel in a lovely setting, boasting a lovely outdoor patio area.
    
    
    
    Hotel facilities include an indoor pool and fitness centre. Bedrooms have private facilities, TV, minifridge, hairdryer and Wi-Fi.
    
• • Kamloops Hotel
  • Your hotel in Kamloops this evening is arranged by Rocky Mountaineer and will be advised when you board the train.
• • Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
  • A 7-minute walk from shopping on Robson Street, this modern hotel is also a 10-minute walk from the Hornby Street Aquabus, which offers direct access to Granville Island.
    
    Hotel rooms come with flat-screen TVs and desks, plus minifridges and coffeemakers.
    
    The facility also offers a casual restaurant/lounge, an indoor heated pool and a 24-hour exercise room, plus a spa.