Iconic Rockies and Western Canada with Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf

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Iconic Rockies And Western Canada With Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf
Explore the traditions of the First Nations, behold the icy fingers of the Columbia Icefield and meet a retired Mountie. Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of all-daylight rail travel through Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies.


Dining Summary
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
  • Jasper: Learn about the local flora through the lens of the Indigenous Peoples and how to make curated drink bitters utilizing the foraged ingredients as you enjoy storytelling and drumming during dinner.
Dive Into Culture
  • Vancouver Island: Taste local cider at a familly-owned ciderhouse before continuing to Victoria.
  • Banff National Park of Canada: Meet a retired Canadian Mountie and hear exciting and colorful stories of their rich history and traditions.
Iconic Experience
  • Vancouver: Vancouver's historic neighborhoods spring to life on a tour with your Travel Director. Savor the smells of freshly steamed Siopao in Chinatown and admire the Victorian facades, cobblestone streets and charming lighting of Gastown as you make your way to the leafy sanctuary of Stanley Park.
  • Victoria: Victoria. A waterfront city of historic sites known for its gardens and British influence. View the Parliament Buildings erected in 1897 with beautiful gardens. Then explore on your own, strolling along the Inner Harbor where you will have the chance to watch street buskers perform or venturing to Victoria's unique shopping areas in Market Square.
  • Victoria: Buchart Gardens’ lush and expansive garden is a must-see oasis which has been growing in Victoria, BC for over 100 years. With over a million visitors per year, you will love this morning's visit to the gardens before opening hours. Starting with a breakfast on the grounds, you will get to explore the 55-acre garden rich with ever-changing colors and blooms before the crowds arrive.
  • Chemainus: Enjoy looking upon the Murals of Chemainus that started in 1981 and is now the world's leading community driven art experience.
  • Squamish: Enjoy a drive along the 300 kilometers long Sea to Sky Highway and bask in the variety of landscapes on offer.
  • Squamish: Enjoy a ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola and bask in the stunning views of the coastal mountains and panoramic views.
  • Sun Peaks: Spend some time seeing Seton Lake and the beautiful snow capped mountains surrounding it.
  • Sun Peaks: Take a drive through the Glacier National Park of Canada and enjoy the landscape of mountains along the way.
  • Sun Peaks: Drive through Yoho National Park and marvel over the spectacular landscape of massive ice fields and mountain peaks.
  • Sun Peaks: Enjoy a visit to Golden Skybridge and take in the views of the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges as well as the tumbling waterfall.
  • Banff: Uncover how Banff is in a league of its own. Stroll through the downtown lined with historic buildings as majestic mountains stand tall in the distance. This is your chance to visit the iconic sites and the local spots on a guided tour around town. Stop at Bow Falls for great sightseeing opportunities of the river and the falls. At Surprise Corner, named for its spectacular, surprising views from Buffalo Street, capture a photo of another unique vantage point.
  • Lake Louise: Get ready for a showstopper. Walk down a forest path before coming up upon the unreal turquoise color of Lake Louise popping through the trees for the first time. After this stunning first-time glance, admire the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier with its scenic mountain backdrop. Be amazed by the glacier-fed waters fringed by high peaks, deep forests and overlooked by Victoria Glacier and palatial hotel.
  • Columbia Icefield: Gear up for a Columbia Icefield Adventure. Board a massive, specially designed ‘Ice Explorer’ to view one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world, the Athabasca Glacier. Stop at the best spot to walk on, feel and drink from the Glacier. What better way to appreciate this natural wonder You’ll even enhance your visit learning about the Columbia Icefield, how the glacier has changed and the thrill of driving up the moraine deposits to reach the glacier.
  • Icefields Parkway: Unlock the Canadian Rockies' pristine wilderness on one of the most scenic drives in North America – the Icefield Parkway. This stretch of double-lane highway from Jasper to Lake Louise winds along the Continental Divide through rocky mountain peaks, rock spires, waterfalls, icefields, valleys and more than 100 ancient glaciers. Snap a pic at a viewpoint to capture the beauty.
  • Jasper: Maligne Canyon promises natural wonders from mosses and lichens on the canyon walls to ice caves, fossils and frozen waterfalls. On this guided walk, admire this incredible natural landmark as you cross bridges built across various points of the canyon. As the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park, you pass incredible sights including a spectacular waterfall that makes for a great photo opp.
  • Maligne Lake: See how Maligne Lake is in a league of its own on a scenic cruise. Discover world-famous Spirit Island and get great photo opportunities with beautiful views of the mountains, its three glaciers and Spirit Island - significant to the Indigenous Stoney Nation. Learn about the geology, wildlife and history of this spectacular alpine destination and how, because visitors cannot walk on the island, it remains an enclave of evergreens. And since you can only see Spirit Island from a cruise, you’ll love being one of the few who get to see it.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
  • Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre: Enjoy an insightful visit at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Learn about the First Nations cultures as you delve into the history of the region.
Must-see Highlights
  • Explore Columbia Icefield Adventure, Have a chat with a local retired Canadian Mountie and learn about their rich history and traditions.
  • Discover Vancouver, Victoria
  • Visit Butchart Gardens, Kamloops, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, local Vancouver Island Ciderhouse, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Maligne Canyon, Mount Robson Visitor Center, Golden Skybridge
  • View Seton Lake, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls, Murals of Chemainus, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Mount Robson, Stanley Park Totem Poles
  • Cruise across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island
  • See Glacier National Park of Canada, Yoho National Park, Section Lake
Trafalgar Difference
  • Victoria: Located in Victoria, British Columbia’s picturesque Inner Harbor, the Hotel Grand Pacific brings you spectacular views of the harbor and easy access to sightseeing in Victoria. Stroll along the Inner Harbor or join a yoga class at the hotel's on-site athletic club. You'll also feel good knowing that the Hotel Grand Pacific is helping replenish vital ecosystems by partnering with Veritree to plant two trees for every night you stay and decline a stayover room clean.

Interests
  • National Parks and Preserves
  • Rail Tours
12 Nights Starting At
July 21, 2025 through August 02, 2025
Book by:
July 17, 2025 7:00 PM
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12 Nights from $8,356.00 (USD) Per Person
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About Trafalgar

Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.

Your bucket list moments

You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way. 

Make unforgettable memories

Connecting you to experiences you wouldn’t otherwise have is what we do best. On all our tours you’ll be invited to the homes and businesses of locals for an exclusive Be My Guest experience, as well as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. And on many itineraries, you will be enjoying a Stays with Stories accommodation experience, in some of the world’s most interesting locations.

Travel with complete ease

With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.

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