A Memorable Train Trip into the Canadian Rockies: 2010
The Rocky Mountaineer train between Vancouver and Banff (service available both directions) is our most popular short train trip for a number of reasons. This two day Rocky Mountaineer trip gives you the chance to travel through the spectacular Canadian Rockies, to take the train through the famed Spiral tunnels and to spend a night or more in Banff, arguably the most picturesque town in the Canadian Rockies.
Furthermore, Banff is only 55 km (33 miles) from Lake Louise so you are close enough to one of the world's most popular destinations.
Finally, Banff is only 140 km (86 miles) from Calgary International airport, and airport shuttles are available between Calgary airport and Banff several times each day. The shuttle between Banff and Calgary takes about 2.5 hours.
We offer a number of options that include both the Rocky Mountaineer two day train trip between Vancouver and Banff, breakfast and lunch each day on the train and overnight accommodations at a hotel in Kamloops where you'll spend the night at the midpoint on your journey.
Per person prices in Canadian Dollars - Add 5% tax (2.5% for US)
Prices quoted are per person and based on two people traveling on the Rocky Mountaineer during peak season. Lower prices available in April, May and October. Call for pricing: 1-800-913-9207 or 604-990-9299
2 Day / 1 Night
Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service: $889
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service: $1769
Keep in mind that this package does not include hotels in Banff
3 Day / 3 Night Package includes Option 1
Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service: $1239
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service: $2339*
* Includes superior hotels in Vancouver and Banff
RedLeaf Service includes reserved seating in Rocky Mountaineer's comfortable, traditional passenger cars with picture windows, breakfast and lunch served at your seat each day, complimentary nonalcoholic beverages and overnight accommodations in Kamloops.
GoldLeaf Service includes reserved seating in Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf dome car, breakfast and lunch in the GoldLeaf dining car and access to the outdoor viewing platform. Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are included on the train and overnight accommodations are included in Kamloops.
2010 Departure Dates Vancouver to Banff
April 23, 30
May 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31
June 1, 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
July 2, 9, 12, 16, 23, 26, 30
Aug 6, 9, 13, 20, 23, 27, 30
Sept 3, 6, 10, 13, 17
Oct 1, 5
2010 Departure Dates: Banff to Vancouver
April 25
May 2, 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 27, 30
June 2, 3, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
July 4, 11, 14, 18, 25, 28
Aug 1, 8, 11, 15, 22, 25, 29
Sept 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19
Oct 3, 7
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Options
Option 1: Add hotels in Vancouver and/or Banff, luggage handling and transfers between the Rocky Mountaineer train station and your Vancouver and Banff hotels - This essential option turns your basic two day journey into a real vacation. Let us book your hotels, lug your bags and arrange hotel/train station transfers.
Option 2: Shuttle Service between Calgary International Airport and Banff - This convenient addition lets you spend a night or more in the Canadian Rockies and still begin or end in Calgary, either downtown Calgary or Calgary International airport. Add $57 per person
Option 3: Car rental in Banff or Calgary - Rocky Mountaineer rail packages are extremely flexible. If you prefer to tour the Rockies independently, you can rent a car in Banff or Calgary, with or without Gypsy Guide commentary, explore the Canadian Rockies on your own, then drop the car in Banff, Calgary, Jasper or Vancouver.
Option 4: Tour to Lake Louise - It seems a shame to get within 55 km (33 miles) of Lake Louise and not see it. If you can spare a half day in the Rockies, then add this half day tour to Lake Louise and the world renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Option 5: Day Trip to Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefield - This all day tour, 360 km (224 mile) round trip, includes Lake Louise en route to the Columbia Icefield. This tour comes with or without the all terrain Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier.
Option 6: Helicopter tours of Glaciers and the Canadian Rockies - The easiest and most awe inspiring way to experience the vastness and grandeur of the Canadian Rockies is to see them by air. We offer either 10 minute or 25 minute helicopter tours as part of selected Rocky Mountaineer railtours.
If some of these options sound good, but you'd rather buy an inclusive package, then consider the Canadian Rockies Highlights. This 5 night tour includes a night at the Chateau Lake Louise, two helicopter tours, an overnight stay in Banff, Vancouver, Calgary, Kamloops and all your transportation and transfers.