5-Day Canadian Rockies VIA Rail Tour From Vancouver: Jasper | Banff | Columbia Icefield | Yoho National Park | Johnston Canyon

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Product Code: 279171

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Stay one night on the VIA train
    • Visit & Stay 3 stunning Rocky Mt. National Parks - Banff/YOHO/Jasper National Park
    • Special arrangement to Johnston Canyon walk
    • Discover Icefield Parkway - Lakes/Glaciers/Valleys
    • Provide In-depth and leisure experience
    • Stay at Banff & Jasper town centre - Easy access for shopping & restaurants
Tour Code
279171
Duration
5 day
Departure City
Vancouver
End City
Calgary
Tour Type
Bus/Coach
Language
Chinese, English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical, Outdoor Adventure, Natural Landscapes

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Explore the world with an active and adrenaline pumping adventures like diving, snorkeling, camping, hiking and so on. ; Natural beauty, scenic views.

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Budget Friendly

Experience the most affordable tour service and accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Enjoy budget hotels, certified guides, and included transportation. Please note that a mandatory service fee and additional costs for optional activities may apply.

Itinerary

Due to the wildfire in Jasper National Park, if the town of Jasper has not been fully restored by the time of the trip, we will make necessary adjustments to the itinerary and ensure that alternative attractions are available for a seamless experience. By booking your trip, you consent to the changes above. Should you need to cancel or reschedule, the regular cancellation and change policy will apply. Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated.
Day 01
Vancouver

Vancouver - VIA Rail

Hotel: VIA Rail / *Optional: Upgrade to Sleeping class for a more comfortable and relax trip on the train or similar

Meal: Breakfast: Excluded Lunch: Excluded Dinner: Excluded

Own arrangement to Vancouver Pacific Center Train Station (1150 Station Street, Vancouver, BC) and board on VIA Rail.

- VIA Rail will depart from 15:00PM to Jasper. 

- Economy class does not include any meals but they do sell meals and drinks on the train. You may upgrade to sleeper class, which includes meals.  

Meal

  • Breakfast: Excluded
  • Lunch: Excluded
  • Dinner: Excluded
Day 02
Jasper

VIA Rail - Jasper - Maligne Lake - Maligne Canyon

Hotel: Mount Robson Inn / Lobstick Lodge / Whistlers Inn Hotel or similar

Meal: Breakfast: Excluded Lunch: Excluded Dinner: Excluded

Arrive Kamloops, BC for 30mins break

Enjoy the spectacular view of Mt Robson on your right hand side when the train coming close to Jasper National Park. Arrive Jasper station around 11:00AM. Our tour guide will come meet you at the appointed time. 

Maligne Lake

It is the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. (stop for about 100 minutes)

Maligne Lake Cruise (Optional)

It is the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. You can take an optional cruise to enjoy the scenery of the lake. (stop for about 60 minutes)

Maligne Canyon

It is carved into the Palliser Formation, a layer of limestone deposited in a shallow tropical sea by lime-secreting plankton about 365-million years ago. (stop for about 30 minutes)

Jasper Town

It is the heart of Jasper National Park. 2nd biggest town in the Canadian Rockies. (stop time – your own arrangement)

[Maligne Lake]

  

[Maligne Canyon]

  

Visiting Attractions

  • Maligne Lake Maligne Lake
  • Maligne Canyon. Maligne Canyon.
  • Jasper National Park Jasper National Park

Meal

  • Breakfast: Excluded
  • Lunch: Excluded
  • Dinner: Excluded
Day 03
Canadian Rockies

Jasper - Athabasca Falls - Columbia Icefield (Ice Explorer/Glacier Skywalk) - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake

Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Could Upgrade to featured hotels - Banff Mount Royal or Elk + Avenue Hotel or similar

Meal: Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: Excluded (Group Meal Option Available) Dinner: Excluded

Continue your journey Jasper National Park, the biggest National Park in Canada.

Athabasca Falls

It is not one of the highest waterfalls, but is rather known for the shear amount and force of the water that flows through it from the Columbia Glacier. (stop about 30 mins)

Icefield Parkway

One of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km (144mi) through the heart of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys. (pass through)

Columbia Icefield

Snocoach and Skywalk (Optional $$): Visit the Canadian Rockies and tour over the Athabasca Glacier in a giant Ice Explorer; a once in a lifetime experience. Next, enjoy a breathtaking view of the glacier from The Glacier Skywalk. (stop for about 3.5 hours)

Bow Lake

It is the headwaters of the Bow River that runs south through the city Calgary and onto the Oldman River ultimately to Hudson Bay. (stop for about 20 minutes)

Peyto Lake

It is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. During the summer, significant amounts of glacial rock flour flow into the lake, and these suspended rock particles give the lake a bright, turquoise color. (stop for about 20 minutes) / (It will be replaced by Waterfowl Lake if it is closed)

[Columbia Icefield]

  

[Bow Lake]

  

[Peyto Lake]

  

Visiting Attractions

  • Columbia Icefield Columbia Icefield
  • Athabasca Falls Athabasca Falls
  • Bow Lake Bow Lake
  • Peyto Lake Peyto Lake
  • Icefields Parkway Icefields Parkway
  • Columbia Ice Explorer Columbia Ice Explorer

Meal

  • Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: Excluded (Group Meal Option Available)
  • Dinner: Excluded
Day 04
Calgary

Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Yoho - Spiral Tunnel - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge

Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Could Upgrade to featured hotels - Banff Mount Royal or Elk + Avenue Hotel or similar

Meal: Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: Excluded (Optional Group Meal Available - Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise) Dinner: Excluded

Start your journey to Famous Canadian Rockies from Calgary and you will visit the Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.

Lake Louise

This beautiful lake is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. Famous photo-taking location. (stop for about 2 hours)

Moraine Lake/Ten Peaks Valley

Its waters are the most amazing color, a vivid shade of turquoise that changes in intensity through the summer as the glacier melt. Set in the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks, Moraine Lake is surrounded by mountains, waterfalls, and rock piles, creating a scene so stunning it almost seems unreal. (stop for about 60 minutes)

* Moraine Lake open from (early June to early Oct). If closed, it will be replaced by the Vermillion Lake

YOHO National Park

Named for a Cree expression of awe and wonder, Yoho lies on the Western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Spiral Tunnel

It is one of the most bizarre feats of engineering to get the grade of a train line to be at or below 2.2%. The current two spiral tunnels where the railroad forms two spirals, crossing beneath itself twice, almost forming a figure eight, before continuing in the proper direction down the mountain were completed in 1909. (pass through)

Emerald Lake

Name comes from her green water color. (stop for about 20 minutes)

Natural Bridge

Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. (stop for about 15 minutes)

[Lake Louise]

      

[Moraine Lake]/[Ten Peaks Valley]

      

[Emerald Lake]

      


Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Louise Lake Louise
  • Yoho National Park Yoho National Park
  • Upper Spiral Tunnel Upper Spiral Tunnel
  • Emerald Lake Emerald Lake
  • Natural Bridge, Canada Natural Bridge, Canada
  • Moraine Lake Moraine Lake

Meal

  • Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: Excluded (Optional Group Meal Available - Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise)
  • Dinner: Excluded
Day 05
Banff

Banff Gondola - Johnston Canyon Walk - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Hoodoos - Banff Town

Meal: Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: Excluded (Group Meal Option Available) Dinner: Excluded

Today you will visit the Banff National Park, Canada's first national park.

Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola (Optional)

Enjoy a 360º view of Banff. (stop for about 90 minutes)

Johnston Canyon

Known for its walking trail throughout the year. (stop for about 60 minutes)

Bow Falls

Location of the film "The River of no return" in 1960's. (stop for about 15 minutes)

Surprise Corner

Good view for the Castle in the Rockies. (stop for about 15 minutes)

Hoodoos

Hoodoos are composed sedimentary rock covered by harder rock that is harder to erode. Once softer sediment erodes rock needle, only tower like natural obstacles are left. (stop for about 15 minutes)

Banff Town

The biggest town of National towns, many shops and restaurants waiting for your discovery. (stop for about 90 minutes)

[Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola[ (Optional)

      

[Banff Town]

      


Tips:
* Return to Calgary Airport to fly home or extend your stay in Calgary. Please book flight departure after 21:30PM.
* Sightseeing points and stop time are weather dependent.

Visiting Attractions

  • Johnston Canyon Johnston Canyon
  • Bow Falls Bow Falls
  • Surprise Corner Surprise Corner
  • Banff Town Banff Town
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola
  • Banff National Park Banff National Park

Meal

  • Breakfast: Included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: Excluded (Group Meal Option Available)
  • Dinner: Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D3 Admission Package(Gondola +Snocoach +Skywalk ) CAD191.00/Adult(16+); CAD130.00/Child(6-15)
D4 Photography/Wildlife Tour (with transfer) CAD$91.00/person (Service fees CAD$5/person is excluded) The optional tour requires minimum 4 Pax to operate, subject to Pax number and availability(Available from 05/01/2025 to 9/12/2025).
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Drop-off info】
- Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites
- Banff Aspen Lodge
- Calgary Airport (Please book flight departure after 21:30PM or book Extended Stay with us.)
 For customer who book the extended stay at Calgary Airport Area, if no flight information was provided, guests might have to book the shuttle with hotel front desk when checking in (*Subject to availability)

Meeting Point

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Time Region Location Full Address
03:00PM Vancouver Vancouver Pacific Center Train Station

(Please verify the departure time with Via Rail Canada. (Check E-ticket to get phone number))

1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Transportation via air-conditioned coach
    • 3-Night Hotel Accommodations and 1-Night VIA Rail
    • English-Speaking tour guide service
    • VIA Train one way ticket (Economy Class)
    • Goods and service tax 5%

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
    • All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated
    • National Park Fee, breakfast and service fee (Mandatory fee. If you choose it in the upgrade, it will be included.)
    • Entrance fees and optional tours (rates vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 17 - 33 Days Prior to Departure Date - 40% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 34 or More Days - only $140.83 charge handling fee by person
Please Note:
• Change of departure date will be considered as a cancellation.
• Decrease in number of guests, change the optional admissions & group meal purchase, as well as amending extended hotel stay will be considered as cancellation.
• All optional tours are non-refundable. Refund will be done only due to weather and force majeure event happens and the optional tours could not be continued.
• Additional fees, including but not limited to associated credit card or wire transfer service charges, will be applied to any cancellation or amendment request.

Special Notes

    • Aside from admission fees, optional tour fees and service fees mentioned above, other fees and taxes should be paid in CAD currency by. If you choose to pay in USD currency, you should pay the price difference caused by the currency exchange rate.
    • Please be ready and show up at meeting location 5-10 minutes prior to the meeting time as the tour will start on time. If you miss the bus, please go to next pick up location to meet the group. Should there be any concerns, please contact us.
    • Upgrade fees do not include breakfast (need to pay extra).
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    • One piece of checked luggage & one piece of carry-on luggage, with applicable size restrictions, are allowed for each person.
    • All room types are based on double occupancy. No extra bed for 3rd & 4th person.
    • Should there be any itinerary details/price discrepancies from our website, the company's invoice will be considered as the final confirmation.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
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* Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Prices for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy apply when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room since each room is equipped with two beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Children prices applies when a 0-11 year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

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    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
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    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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