Rockies Explorer

Trip Type: Land Journey , Rail Journey
Canada | 12 D
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NZD 15,695.00 /Person

Explore all the essential destinations on a schedule perfect for those who like to keep th...
Rockies Explorer

Explore all the essential destinations on a schedule perfect for those who like to keep things at a fast pace. Along the way, enjoy special experiences including before-hours access to The Butchart Gardens and a meet and greet with a Mountie.

Once you’ve landed, we’ll meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel before tonight’s welcome dinner.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Vancouver Fairmont Waterfront Hotel

Meals Included
  • Dinners

Location
Vancouver , Canada

Today you’ll experience the very best of Vancouver on a fantastic half-day sightseeing tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll soak in the scenery at the vast Stanley Park, explore the trendy Granville Island and immerse yourself in the historic neighbourhood of Gastown.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Vancouver , Canada

Board the Rocky Mountaineer and soak up the views from the bi-level glass-dome carriage in GoldLeaf Service. Gaze up at the Coast Mountains and pass Hell’s Gate. Follow the Thompson River on the way to Kamloops.

Accommodation
Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation)

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Location
Kamloops , Canada

Your rail journey heads towards the Rockies. See the engineering marvel of the Spiral Tunnels and traverse Kicking Horse Pass. Once in Banff National Park, head for the ‘Castle in the Rockies’, Fairmont Banff Springs.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Location
Banff , Canada

Spend the day on your chosen activity.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Banff , Canada

Tour Banff then travel via Moraine Lake to Lake Louise.

Accommodation
Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Lake Louise , Canada

Join the Icefields Parkway, one of the world’s most scenic stretches of road. Pause at Peyto Lake, stop at Columbia Icefield and journey onto Athabasca Glacier. Continuing via Athabasca Falls, your day ends in Jasper.

Accommodation
Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Jasper , Canada

Take in Maligne Canyon before re-entering the province of British Columbia. Your journey follows the famous Yellowhead Highway. Pass Mount Robson which, at 3,954 metres, is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Later, arrive in the alpine village of Sun Peaks.

Accommodation
Sun Peaks Grand Hotel

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Sun Peaks , Canada

Follow the tracks of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, re-enter the Coast Mountains and learn why Whistler attracts so many outdoor enthusiasts.

Accommodation
The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Whistler , Canada

Travel south along the Sea to Sky Highway. Board your BC Ferries journey to Vancouver Island. Continue to Chemainus, a town famous for its vibrant outdoor murals, before arriving in Victoria.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Victoria, Hotel Grand Pacific

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Victoria , Canada

Tonight, enjoy a special dinner with your fellow travellers.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Victoria , Canada

Your journey comes to an end today.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Victoria , Canada

  • A maximum of 40 guests in your APT group
  • Freedom of Choice Inclusions
  • Luxury dining - a total of 19 meals
  • Expert APT Tour Director
  • Lakeview Room or Deluxe Mount Temple Room at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer
  • Transfers, porterage and gratuities
  • Visit The Butchart Gardens before hours and dine in the original Butchart residence
  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Fairmont Lakeview Rooms at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, departures from 20 April to 25 May are in Deluxe Mount Temple rooms
  • Prices are for land/rail only. Flights not included (unless specified)

Departing

Finishing

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 15,255.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 15,255.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 15,455.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 15,455.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 16,055.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 16,055.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 18,355.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 18,355.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 18,355.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 18,355.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 18,155.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 18,155.00
Available

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Destination Details
Canada | 12 D
Trip Location
Trip Starts:
Victoria , Canada
Trip Finishes:
Victoria , Canada
Countries Visited:
Canada
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