Eastbound Dates
Mondays & Saturdays
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
7, 12, 21, 26
3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31
2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
4, 6, 11, 13
Eastbound Itinerary
Vancouver Arrival
Arrive in vibrant Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

Vancouver to Kamloops
Travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer® from Vancouver to Kamloops in the heart of British Columbia. During the journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the rich green fields of the Fraser River Valley, to forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the arid environment of the interior. Highlights include the fast-moving waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon, and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River, before you ease along the shores of Kamloops Lake into your overnight destination of Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.

Kamloops to Banff
Your trip continues eastward to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Again, you will be surrounded a spectacular range of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. The day’s highlights include: Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven; the climb over Rogers Pass; Kicking Horse Canyon; the Spiral Tunnels, a remarkable feat of railroad engineering; and of course, the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Your journey ends in the resort town of Banff in the evening. Overnight in Banff.

Banff Sightseeing
Enjoy a three-hour motorcoach sightseeing tour of Banff in the morning. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, Banff Gondola, the Cave and Basin Centre, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is yours to spend at your leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.

Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you to Yoho National Park to view some of the park’s natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends at beautiful Lake Louise, and the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure enjoying this magnificent location. Please note: arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 12:00 PM, and scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 PM. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.

Free Day in Lake Louise
Enjoy a free day at beautiful Lake Louise. Take a stroll beside the lake or enjoy an afternoon paddle in a canoe. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle, in addition to being one of the most accessible ones in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of Athabasca Glacier and learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included) before arriving in Jasper in the late afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.

Jasper to Toronto
In the afternoon begin a three-day VIA Rail journey across the expansive Prairie Provinces and Northern Ontario. Overnight on VIA Rail.

Jasper to Toronto
Continue your rail trip across striking Western Canada to cosmopolitan Toronto. Overnight on VIA Rail.

Arrival in Toronto
Arrive in Canada’s largest city on VIA Rail this evening. Overnight in Toronto.

Niagara Falls Daytrip
Enjoy a full-day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. Included is a cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls (Imax Theatre or Journey Behind the Falls is substituted when Maid of the Mist is not operating). Return to Toronto in the early evening. Overnight in Toronto.

Toronto to Montreal
Travel from Toronto to Montreal by VIA Rail in VIA 1 class. Overnight in Montreal

Montreal Sightseeing
Scheduled stops include Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica, Olympic Park, Mount Royal, and McGill University among others. The remainder of the day is yours to spend at your leisure exploring this vibrant city on your own. Overnight in Montreal.

Montreal to Halifax
Spend the day sightseeing on your own in Montreal before taking the overnight VIA train to Halifax. Dinner is served onboard. Overnight on VIA Rail.

Halifax Arrival
Enjoy the striking landscapes of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick as you arrive in Halifax in the afternoon. Breakfast is served onboard. Spend the rest of the day exploring this eastern seaboard city on your own. Overnight in Halifax.

Halifax Departure
Your tour ends with check-out from your Halifax hotel.