Itinerary Details
Rocky Mountaineer: Rainforest to Gold Rush Discovery Banff Westbound - Spring/Fall
GoldLeaf + Standard Room
Misc days : 1 - 1
Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF)
Rocky Mountaineer is proud to partner in supporting Indigenous tourism. With every booking on our Canadian rail routes, we are contributing $5 CAD per person to the Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF). To learn more about the fund, visit . If you have questions or wish to remove this contribution from your booking, please contact us at 1.877.460.3200.
Verbiage days : 1 - 1
Calgary Arrival Information
Arrive at Calgary International Airport (YYC) and transfer to your hotel independently.
Accommodation days : 1 - 2
Fairmont Palliser Hotel
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues.Signature Rooms provide a spacious, open-concept design, with separate sitting and sleeping areas. All guests have access to the fully equipped health club, whirlpool and sauna.Your room will have one king bed, two queen beds or two double beds.
Transfer days : 2 - 2
2025 Sightseeing Transfer Calgary to Banff (Route 3a)
Enjoy a sightseeing transfer between Calgary and Banff, with some picturesque stops along the way including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Banff Gondola.
Activity days : 2 - 2
2025 Banff Gondola - Route 3
Climb Sulphur Mountain in a record-breaking eight minutes and get a bird's-eye view of six mountain ranges. Sorry, did we say 'climb'? We mean 'ascend in style' in your fully enclosed four-passenger gondola cabin!
Accommodation days : 2 - 4
Rimrock Resort Hotel
An AAA/CAA Four Diamond Hotel located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park, the Rimrock Resort Hotel offers exceptional views of the Canadian Rockies, fine dining, and a luxury spa.Effortlessly elegant, these guest rooms inspire a feeling of calm with their contemporary elements and classic accents. Enjoy panoramic views of Banff National Park.Your room will have one king bed or two queen beds.
MultiDayItem days : 2 - 6
National Parks Pass
Your admission to Canadian national parks is included in your package. Your pass is only valid for the number of days that you have booked accommodation in a National Park through Rocky Mountaineer.
Verbiage days : 3 - 3
Free Day in Banff
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from taking the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain, relaxing in the Banff hot springs, exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours:
Transfer days : 4 - 4
2025 Direct Transfer Banff to Jasper (Route 1)
Enjoy the scenery along the Icefield Parkway on your direct transfer from Banff to Jasper.The Journey will take approximately four hours.
Meals days : 4 - 4
2025 Parkway Box Lunch
A box lunch will be provided during your transfer.
Accommodation days : 4 - 6
Forest Park Hotel
Experience the signature hospitality of the Forest Park Hotel with spacious guest rooms, decadent dining and a host of resort-style amenities.These cozy rooms are perfect for couples or individuals, and feature lots of natural light and soft textures and tones for a sound slumber. All guests have access to the hotel's indoor pool and hot tub.Your room will have two double beds.
Verbiage days : 5 - 5
Free Day in Jasper
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. The resort town of Jasper has much to offer. Spend the day on a scenic tour of the Columbia Icefields, exploring Maligne Lake or browsing local shops and galleries.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours:
Verbiage days : 6 - 6
RGR Discovery Banff Westbound
Transfer days : 6 - 6
2025 Coach Transfer RGR Jasper Hotel to Jasper Train
Early this morning, you will be transferred by motorcoach to the train from your hotel. Your pick-up times will be provided with your final travel documents.
Rail days : 6 - 6
RGR Jasper to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain resort of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench, with the steep Rocky and Cariboo Mountains either side, and on to the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia's Northern Interior. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass and Moose Lake. Breakfast and lunch included onboard. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel. Your expected arrival into Quesnel is between 6:45 PM and 8:45 PM.
Misc days : 6 - 6
Onboard Host Gratuity
Transfer days : 6 - 6
2025 Coach Transfer Quesnel Station to Quesnel Hotel
Upon arrival at the Quesnel Station, you will be transferred by motorcoach to your overnight accommodation.
Accommodation days : 6 - 7
Quesnel Accommodation
Upon check-in for your train departure, you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your accommodation in Quesnel. You will stay in moderate two- or three-star accommodation with essential amenities and great service. While these accommodations are clean and comfortable, they may not be as luxurious as those in other destinations on your journey.
Transfer days : 7 - 7
2025 Coach Transfer Quesnel Hotel to Quesnel Station
This morning you will be transferred by motorcoach from your Quesnel Hotel to the train station.
Rail days : 7 - 7
RGR Quesnel to Whistler
Your journey continues south today to the four-season resort of Whistler. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, through the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau, to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacial-fed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Breakfast and lunch included onboard. Your rail journey today ends on arrival to Pemberton. Your expected arrival to Pemberton is between 6:45 PM and 8:45 PM. You will be transfered by motorcoach to Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games alpine events, where you will overnight.
Misc days : 7 - 7
Onboard Host Gratuity
Transfer days : 7 - 7
2025 Coach Transfer Whistler Station to Whistler Hotel
Upon arrival, you will be transferred by motorcoach from the train to your overnight accommodation.
Accommodation days : 7 - 8
Whistler Accommodation
Upon check-in for your train departure, you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your accommodation in Whistler.
Activity days : 8 - 8
2025 Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
Enjoy admission to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Explore a collection of contemporary art, historical artifacts, and exhibits from the Squamish and Lil'wat Nations - the original peoples of the shared territories in Whistler. Visit a traditional Istken Pithouse and Longhouse or enjoy a walk through the Salish Stroll Forest.
Transfer days : 8 - 8
2025 Coach Transfer Whistler Hotel to Whistler Station
This morning you will be transferred by motorcoach from your Whistler accommodation to the Pemberton Train Station. The journey will take approximately 30 minutes.
Rail days : 8 - 8
RGR Whistler to North Vancouver
The morning is free to explore Whistler Village at your leisure. This afternoon return to Vancouver onboard the Rocky Mountaineer through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the trip include the Cheakamus Canyon, the dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, Brandywine Falls, and breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. An afternoon meal is served canapé style. Expected arrival in North Vancouver is between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
Misc days : 8 - 8
Onboard Host Gratuity
Transfer days : 8 - 8
2025 Coach Transfer RGR North Vancouver Train to Vancouver Hotel
Upon arrival at the Rocky Mountaineer North Vancouver Train Siding, you will be transferred to the Drop-Off Location noted in your itinerary.
Accommodation days : 8 - 10
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is known as the 'Castle in the City', symbolizing timeless elegance and luxury since 1939. Located in the heart of Downtown Vancouver, conveniently surrounded by the city's best shops restaurants and attractions.The Fairmont Room features elegant décor, sleek furnishings and modern amenities. Guests have access to the fully equipped Health Club, whirlpool and sauna.Your room will have one king bed, one queen bed or two queen beds.
Verbiage days : 9 - 9
Free Day in Vancouver
Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or enjoying a walk on the Stanely Park Seawall. No matter what you choose to do, the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean surround you.We recommend booking activities well in advance to ensure you get your preferred time. View our recommended tours:
Verbiage days : 10 - 10
Vancouver Departure Information
Depart your hotel in Vancouver and transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
days : 10 - 10
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