Rockies Winter Train Adventure
8 days
Enjoyable for all in reasonable health.
Quality transportation and accommodation in an uncommon environment, with the chance of occasional slight discomfort. E.g. an arctic polar bear tour
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The crisp mountain air fills your lungs and the fresh snow tickles as it falls on your face – this is the Canadian Rockies train vacation package you have been dreaming of.
Spend your days enjoying the snowy season then curl up in a warm, comfortable hotel room and watch the moon reflect on fresh snow.
With plenty of fun outdoor activities included, the Rockies Winter Rail Adventure train trip is the ultimate way to vacation in the winter wonderland of the Canadian Rockies.
Spend your days enjoying the snowy season then curl up in a warm, comfortable hotel room and watch the moon reflect on fresh snow.
With plenty of fun outdoor activities included, the Rockies Winter Rail Adventure train trip is the ultimate way to vacation in the winter wonderland of the Canadian Rockies.
Outline
Arrive Calgary
2 nights in Banff
1 night Lake Louise
2 nights Jasper
1 night VIA Rail
1 nights Vancouver
Depart Vancouver
Trip also available in reverse
Arrive Calgary
2 nights in Banff
1 night Lake Louise
2 nights Jasper
1 night VIA Rail
1 nights Vancouver
Depart Vancouver
Trip also available in reverse
Day 1 – Begin your Canadian Rockies Train Vacation – Arrive in Calgary
You land in Calgary and are impatient to climb onto your luxury motorcoach up to Banff – your Canadian winter train trip is starting! Look out the window at the winter Canada is famous for as you travel up through the foothills of the mountains and right into the Canadian Rockies.
Day 2 – The Adventure Starts - Johnston Canyon Icewalk
With strap on ice shoes and a walking pole provided by your friendly guide, you will hike on steel walkways built into the canyon walls that give an airy view of the Johnston canyon below. Travel through prime wildlife habitat on your way to the trailhead and learn the clues to how the canyon was formed. This popular walk will lead you past the lower falls and to the breathtaking upper icefalls.
Day 3 – Explore the Southern Canadian Rockies – Banff to Lake Louise
You have the morning to explore Banff before you make your way by scheduled transfer to your next stop, Lake Louise. The sun glints off the ice as skaters glide across the surface, with the surrounding mountains providing a background worthy of any postcard. Included during your stay in Lake Louise is a sleigh ride along the lakeside trail.
Day 4 – Pushing Further North in the Canadian Rockies – Lake Louise to Jasper
Welcome the morning by boarding a luxury motorcoach and relaxing in comfort as you head north along the Icefields Parkway. This is one of the most scenic highways in the world - a sea of snowcapped trees borders the route, you can feel the cool air through your window, and the air is invigorating. Overnight is Jasper.
Day 5 – The Canadian Outdoors – Dogsledding
With thorough instruction from your knowledgeable guides, you’re ready to mush your own team of huskies in the Canadian Rockies! Feel the dogs’ strength as they strain against the harness; the wind whistles past your ears and carries the sound of your huskies happy panting. Rosy cheeked, with an inescapable smile on your face, you give the dogs a pat as you warm yourself around a campfire and enjoy a hearty lunch cooked over the open flame.
Day 6 – The Canadian Rockies by Train – Jasper to Vancouver on the Canadian
A cozy and comfortable cabin awaits you on the Canadian train. A panoramic dome car - where you can relax, unwind, and see the sights all around you - is only a short walk from your cabin. Climb into your warm bed and get rocked off to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks as you travel across Canada by train.
Day 7 – Winter in the City – Arrive in Vancouver
Vancouver’s temperate climate is a welcome end to your Canadian Rockies train vacation. Vancouver’s coastal mountains stand before you, covered in pure white snow. Big city attractions right next to the beauty of nature – this is what Vancouver’s all about.
Day 8 – Much too Soon – Depart Vancouver
After a week of snow, adventure, and new memories, you bid Canada farewell as your Canadian train trip comes to an end and you fly home from the Vancouver Airport.
You land in Calgary and are impatient to climb onto your luxury motorcoach up to Banff – your Canadian winter train trip is starting! Look out the window at the winter Canada is famous for as you travel up through the foothills of the mountains and right into the Canadian Rockies.
Day 2 – The Adventure Starts - Johnston Canyon Icewalk
With strap on ice shoes and a walking pole provided by your friendly guide, you will hike on steel walkways built into the canyon walls that give an airy view of the Johnston canyon below. Travel through prime wildlife habitat on your way to the trailhead and learn the clues to how the canyon was formed. This popular walk will lead you past the lower falls and to the breathtaking upper icefalls.
Day 3 – Explore the Southern Canadian Rockies – Banff to Lake Louise
You have the morning to explore Banff before you make your way by scheduled transfer to your next stop, Lake Louise. The sun glints off the ice as skaters glide across the surface, with the surrounding mountains providing a background worthy of any postcard. Included during your stay in Lake Louise is a sleigh ride along the lakeside trail.
Day 4 – Pushing Further North in the Canadian Rockies – Lake Louise to Jasper
Welcome the morning by boarding a luxury motorcoach and relaxing in comfort as you head north along the Icefields Parkway. This is one of the most scenic highways in the world - a sea of snowcapped trees borders the route, you can feel the cool air through your window, and the air is invigorating. Overnight is Jasper.
Day 5 – The Canadian Outdoors – Dogsledding
With thorough instruction from your knowledgeable guides, you’re ready to mush your own team of huskies in the Canadian Rockies! Feel the dogs’ strength as they strain against the harness; the wind whistles past your ears and carries the sound of your huskies happy panting. Rosy cheeked, with an inescapable smile on your face, you give the dogs a pat as you warm yourself around a campfire and enjoy a hearty lunch cooked over the open flame.
Day 6 – The Canadian Rockies by Train – Jasper to Vancouver on the Canadian
A cozy and comfortable cabin awaits you on the Canadian train. A panoramic dome car - where you can relax, unwind, and see the sights all around you - is only a short walk from your cabin. Climb into your warm bed and get rocked off to sleep by the clickety-click of timeless tracks as you travel across Canada by train.
Day 7 – Winter in the City – Arrive in Vancouver
Vancouver’s temperate climate is a welcome end to your Canadian Rockies train vacation. Vancouver’s coastal mountains stand before you, covered in pure white snow. Big city attractions right next to the beauty of nature – this is what Vancouver’s all about.
Day 8 – Much too Soon – Depart Vancouver
After a week of snow, adventure, and new memories, you bid Canada farewell as your Canadian train trip comes to an end and you fly home from the Vancouver Airport.
Options & Upgrades
All our trips can be customized for your ideal vacation
Optional winter activities, including skiing (downhill and cross-country),snowboarding or a wildlife tour in Banff or Jasper
Extra nights in the Vancouver or the Rockies
All our trips can be customized for your ideal vacation
- For a romantic experience, select the ‘Romance by Rail’ upgrade and enjoy the intimacy of a private suite on the train. Fresh Flowers, chocolate, sparkling wine and breakfast in bed are just a few of the perks
Optional winter activities, including skiing (downhill and cross-country),snowboarding or a wildlife tour in Banff or Jasper
Accommodation
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
Standard, Superior or Deluxe hotels
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HIGHLIGHTS
- The majestic Canadian Rockies in Winter
- Overnight rail journey
- Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff
- Dog sledding
- Ice walk in Johnston Canyon
Testimonials
Everything was extremely well arranged by Fresh Tracks from arrival to departure. The hotels were very well chosen. The scenery in the Rockies was stunning and we saw a lot of wildlife including eagles and bears.
I was very skeptical about booking a holiday with a company on another continent however I was proved wrong and have already passed your details onto friends and associates as they too are thinking of coming to visit your super country. Should we think of coming back to Canada again we will be in touch. Many many thanks
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2009-10 Departure Dates
Departing Calgary on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Dec 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31
Jan 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24
Feb 23, 25, 28
Mar 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Apr 1, 4, 6, 8
Departing Vancouver on Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Nov 30
Dec 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31
Jan 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Mar 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29
Apr 1, 3, 5
Price Notes
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
Includes
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Overnight accommodation aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train
• Silver & Blue Class - use of dome car & lounge seating
• Meals onboard VIA Rail's Canadian train (dinner & breakfast)
• Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon
• Half-day Dogsledding excursion (not available March 28-April 8, 2010)
• Sleigh Ride at Lake Louise
• Motorcoach transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff, and Banff to Calgary Airport
Not Included
• Meals & activities unless otherwise mentioned
• Airfare
• Gratuities
• Airport transfer in Vancouver
• GST
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
Departing Calgary on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Dec 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31
Jan 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24
Feb 23, 25, 28
Mar 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Apr 1, 4, 6, 8
Departing Vancouver on Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Nov 30
Dec 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31
Jan 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
Mar 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29
Apr 1, 3, 5
| Standard Hotels | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 | 1,665 | 2,106 | 1,665 | 2,106 |
| Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 | 2,031 | 2,753 | 2,031 | 2,753 |
| Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 | 1,744 | 2,232 | 1,744 | 2,232 |
| Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 | 1,761 | 2,282 | 1,761 | 2,282 |
| Superior Hotels | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 | 1,910 | 2,579 | 1,910 | 2,579 |
| Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 | 2,411 | 3,492 | 2,411 | 3,492 |
| Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 | 2,019 | 2,763 | 2,019 | 2,763 |
| Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 | 2,097 | 2,919 | 2,097 | 2,919 |
| Deluxe Hotels | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 30 - Dec 13, 2009 | 2,276 | 3,215 | 2,276 | 3,215 |
| Dec 14 - Jan 1, 2010 | 2,818 | 4,290 | 2,818 | 4,290 |
| Jan 2 - Jan 31, 2010 | 2,336 | 3,331 | 2,336 | 3,331 |
| Feb 23 - Apr 8, 2010 | 2,533 | 3,731 | 2,533 | 3,731 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people occupying a room
Includes
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Overnight accommodation aboard VIA Rail's Canadian train
• Silver & Blue Class - use of dome car & lounge seating
• Meals onboard VIA Rail's Canadian train (dinner & breakfast)
• Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon
• Half-day Dogsledding excursion (not available March 28-April 8, 2010)
• Sleigh Ride at Lake Louise
• Motorcoach transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff, and Banff to Calgary Airport
Not Included
• Meals & activities unless otherwise mentioned
• Airfare
• Gratuities
• Airport transfer in Vancouver
• GST
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
