The Rocky Mountaineer
Board the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer train for a memorable journey
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Destinations
By Destination
Special DealsBy Mode of Travel
Land, Rail and Ocean Cruise
Rockies Explorer and Alaska Cruise
Vancouver Return
Trip Code: UT19BEVV
Your Vacation Includes
- A maximum of 40 guests in your APT group
- Luxury dining - a total of 39 meals
- Expert APT tour director and cruise liaison
- Lakeview Room at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer
- Guaranteed verandah on your Holland America Line cruise
- Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities
- Meet a Mountie in Banff and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Map & Itinerary
Vancouver Return
Signature Experiences
Designed Exclusively for APT guests
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Give your holiday a personal touch with a choice of included sightseeing or dining options
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Arrive Vancouver
Once you’ve landed in Vancouver, we’ll meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel before tonight’s welcome dinner.
Stay: Two Nights, Vancouver, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
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Vancouver
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
After breakfast at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s Cliff House Restaurant, join an insightful exploration through the grounds and across the suspension bridges.
Be guided through Vancouver’s must-see sites today.
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Vancouver, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops
Your rail holiday starts this morning when you board the Rocky Mountaineer. Relax and soak up the views from your bi-level glass-dome carriage in GoldLeaf Service.
Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation)
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Kamloops, Rocky Mountaineer, Banff
The Canadian Rockies are on your mind today as your rail journey continues. Carve your way through the stunning scenery and Spiral Tunnels all the way to Banff National Park.
Stay: Two Nights, Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room
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Banff
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
You may like to take part in the Banff Experience which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, board the Banff Gondola, or set off on a heli-flightseeing excursion. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River, or learn to be a Canadian ice hockey player. Otherwise, spend some time at the Willow Stream Spa.
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
This evening, dine at one of your hotel’s restaurants.
Choose your activity today. Tonight, your hotel offers an impressive dining range.
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Banff, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Tonight, choose where to dine.
Tour Banff then travel via Moraine Lake to Lake Louise.
Stay: Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in a Lakeview Room
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Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
At your lodge, choose where to dine this evening.
Travel along the Icefields Parkway, and stop at the Columbia Icefield. Board an Ice Explorer vehicle and journey onto Athabasca Glacier. Arrive later in Jasper National Park.
Stay: Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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Jasper, Mt Robson, Sun Peaks
Take in Maligne Canyon before re-entering the province of British Columbia. Your journey follows the famous Yellowhead Highway. Pass Mt Robson which, at 3,954 metres, is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Later, arrive in the alpine village of Sun Peaks.
Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
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Sun Peaks, Whistler
Follow the tracks of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, re-enter the Coast Mountains. Ringed by mountains, forests and valleys, you’ll soon see why Whistler attracts outdoor enthusiasts.
Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa
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Whistler, Georgia Strait, Victoria
Travel south to Horseshoe Bay and board your BC Ferries service to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Continue to Chemainus before arriving in Victoria. If you’d rather forgo the journey by land and ferry, take a floatplane flight instead (own expense).
Stay: Two Nights, Victoria, Hotel Grand Pacific
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Victoria, The Butchart Gardens
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Visit The Butchart Gardens before the general public is granted access, and enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the original Butchart residence.
Tonight, a special dinner is served for you and your fellow travellers.
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Victoria, Vancouver, Embark Ship
Return to Vancouver and board your ship for a cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage. This afternoon, settle in and explore the ship.
Stay: Seven Nights, Holland America Line’s Volendam in a Vista Suite
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The Inside Passage
Spend today on board, gliding past rocky headlands and over the icy waters of the picturesque Inside Passage.
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Juneau
Alaska’s capital, Juneau, is set at the foot of the mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, and outdoor activities are plenty. Disembark and explore at leisure or with an optional excursion (own expense).
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Skagway
Arrive in Skagway, the Inside Passage’s northernmost point. See heritage buildings, now protected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, and maybe set off on an excursion (own expense).
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Glacier Bay National Park
Wake among the breathtaking scenery of Glacier Bay National Park. Take in the calving tidewater glaciers and learn from local rangers who explain the geological wonders.
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Ketchikan
Dock in Ketchikan today, set on the tranquil shores of the Tongass Narrows, and spend some time exploring as you please.
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The Inside Passage
Head through the Inside Passage, taking in the scenery as you near your final port.
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Disembark Ship, Depart Vancouver
Say goodbye as you are taken to the airport.
Daily :Hi, we have just returned from an APT tour to Canada and Alaska and would like to let you know that it was incredible.
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