Overview
Itinerary
Welcome to Canada. Once you've landed in Calgary, you'll be met and taken to your hotel in Banff. Settle into your room before meeting your fellow travellers and APT Tour Director at a welcome dinner. Stay Two Nights: Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Fairmont Mountain View Room (D)
Choose how you'd like to spend today in Banff with a range of Freedom of Choice activities on offer, then enjoy the afternoon at leisure. (B)
Freedom of Choice - Banff Experience Join this exclusive small-group tour and venture off the beaten path to discover Banff National Park's hidden gems. You'll also enjoy more time to explore Johnson Lake, Two Jack Lake and the stunning Lake Minnewanka.
Freedom of Choice - Gondola Ride Head to the top of Sulphur Mountain and take in Banff from above, climbing nearly 700 metres in elevation as you are carried through the pines. Once you reach the peak, you can head off for a stroll along the boardwalk.
Freedom of Choice - Heli Flightseeing Take to the skies for a bird's-eye view of the Rocky Mountains. Soar past snowy peaks and jagged mountains, enjoying breathtaking views of pristine lakes and alpine meadows.
Freedom of Choice - Bow River Float Trip Embrace the tranquil atmosphere as you float down the serene Bow River, keeping your eyes peeled for any signs of cheeky wildlife on the banks. This activity is suitable for most fitness levels.
Freedom of Choice - Fairmont Spa Entry Harking back to the hot spring that first called travellers some 100 years ago, soothe your tired muscles in the mineral pool and pulsating waterfalls at Fairmont Banff Springs.
Tour Banff, then enjoy a Signature Experience. Afterwards, head to breathtaking Moraine Lake (season permitting), nestled in the spectacular Valley of the Ten Peaks. Later, arrive at Lake Louise, known as the ‘Jewel of the Rockies'. Choose where to dine this evening from your hotel's collection of restaurants. Stay: Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in a Fairmont Lakeview Room (B/D)
Signature Experience - Meet a Mountie In beautiful Banff National Park, you'll have the chance to meet one of Canada's renowned Mounties and hear tales from the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Travel along the Icefields Parkway and stop at the Columbia Icefield, where you'll take an exhilarating Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier. Then, continue to Jasper via Athabasca Falls. Tonight, dine at the lodge and savour a special Signature Experience. Stay Two Nights: Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (B/D)
Signature Experience - First Nations Warrior Women Performance Enjoy a captivating performance from First Nations Warrior Women, featuring songs and drumming. Learn about Indigenous culture, hearing stories of the land and legends of the Cree people.
Discover Jasper your way with a range of Freedom of Choice sightseeing activities available today. (B)
Freedom of Choice - Harley - Davidson Sidecar Tour Experience the thrill of the open road as you coast through Jasper's breathtaking wilderness on a chauffeured motorcycle sidecar tour.
Freedom of Choice - Maligne Valley Tour with Hike Journey to Maligne Canyon, a stunning natural wonder teeming with iconic Canadian wildlife. On a trail hike, look for osprey, eagles, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, elk, deer and bears.
Freedom of Choice - Maligne Valley Tour with Cruise Set against the backdrop of jagged mountain peaks, cruise across the glacial waters of Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, a destination only accessible by boat.
Freedom of Choice - River Rafting This is the perfect introduction to rafting. Small rapids and calm waters ease you into the activity, and your licensed guide is around to point out areas of interest and wildlife along the way.
Freedom of Choice - Jasper SkyTram Jasper's peak attraction provides an unforgettable view of the Athabasca Valley and Jasper National Park. Transport on the SkyTram shuttle is included.
Your incredible rail journey through the Rockies starts this morning when you board the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer. Relax and soak up the views from the bi-level glass-dome carriage in GoldLeaf Service en route to Kamloops. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation) (B/L)
Your Rocky Mountaineer journey continues west today, bringing you to Vancouver. Marvel at the orange truss bridge at the Cisco Crossing and the water crashing over Hell's Gate. Stay: Vancouver, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel (B/L)
Your journey comes to an end today. Following breakfast, say goodbye and be transferred to the airport. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Meet a Mountie: On an exciting morning in beautiful Banff National Park, you'll have the chance to meet one of Canada's renowned Mounties and hear captivating tales from the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
- First Nations Warrior Women: Enjoy a performance from First Nations Warrior Women with songs and drumming. Learn about Indigenous culture, hearing stories of the land and legends of the Cree people.
- A maximum of 40 guests in your APT group
- Freedom of Choice inclusions
- Expert APT Tour Director
- GoldLeaf Service aboard Rocky Mountaineer
- Transfers, porterage and gratuities
- Locally inspired dining – a total of 12 meals
- A superb two night stay at Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room
- Overnight stay in a Lakeview Room at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Two nights in Jasper National Park, at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- Final night in Vancouver at The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
- Please ensure your international flight arrives by 1.30 pm or domestic flight arrives by 2 pm into Calgary for a 2.30 pm pickup and transfer to Banff
- 4 July 2026 departure: Vancouver hotel is Sheraton Wall Centre
- Please ensure your onward flight from Vancouver departs no earlier than 3 pm
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APT's Freedom of Choice concept allows you to personalise your journey with a range of cultural, gourmet, active, relaxing and nature-based inclusions. Read more
Travel aboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service, enjoying panoramic views of the breathtaking Canadian Rockies from the bi-level glass-dome carriage. Read more
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