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Rocky Mountaineer

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RAIL
AND INDEPENDENT PACKAGES / Canada
Rocky Mountaineer
Experience this spectacular rail journey through the Canadian Rockies and the Pacific Northwest , combining exemplary service with stunning scenery . This luxurious train travels by daylight from April to October , offering an unforgettable experience in the majestic Canadian Rockies .
Choose from four routes showcasing the diverse beauty of the west : First Passage to the West Vancouver to Banff / Lake Louise ( available in reverse )
This route traces the historic transcontinental rail line that united Canada ’ s east and west and includes , amongst other highlights , the legendary Spiral Tunnels . Route highlights include : The Last Spike , Spiral Tunnels , Stoney Creek Bridge , Fraser and Thompson Canyon , Kicking Horse Pass .
Journey through the Clouds Vancouver to Jasper ( available in reverse )
This rail route is known for scenic valleys , plentiful wildlife including bears , and majestic Mount Robson , the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies . Route highlights include : Fraser and Thompson Canyon , Pyramid Falls , Yellowhead Pass , Mount Robson , Jasper National Park .
Rainforest to Gold Rush Vancouver to Whistler and on to Jasper ( available in reverse )
This three day / two night train journey will travel through extreme landscapes including the largest temperate rainforest in the world and the rugged desertification of the Fraser Canyon . Melt back into your seat , or grab the rails and drink in some of the fresh air of the Cariboo Gold Rush Region ’ s pastoral ranchlands . Enjoy some of the most breathtaking and varied rail scenery found anywhere in the world on this route . Travel past stunning lakes , through the coastal rainforest and the desertlike conditions of the Fraser Canyon into the vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau . Visit the Gold Pan City of Quesnel , journey through the Rocky Mountain Trench , be awestruck by spectacular Mount Robson , and finish off in the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies .
Coastal Passage Seattle to the Canadian Rockies ( available in reverse )
This service connects Seattle , a popular gateway airport and one of the world ’ s most desired cruise ports , to the Canadian Rockies . Guests will experience a luxurious three-day , all daylight journey onboard the award-winning Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf service .
Experience warm Canadian hospitality on board with your choice of the following services :
SilverLeaf service
Travel in a custom-designed , single-level , oversized glass-domed carriage . Relax and take in the dazzling vistas , and enjoy delicious hot meals at your seat . Complimentary beverages , including wine , beer , spirits and non-alcoholic drinks will be available throughout the journey .
GoldLeaf service
Travel in a custom-designed , bi-level , glass-domed GoldLeaf rail car , with fully domed windows for panoramic views . Take in the dazzling vistas upstairs , and enjoy delicious meals downstairs in the dining room . From the attentive service provided by your Rocky Mountaineer hosts , to the gourmet meals prepared from regional cuisine by award-winning chefs , GoldLeaf Service is quite simply as good as it gets .
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Quesnel
Jasper
Canada
ALBERTA
Lake Louise
Kamloops Banff
Whistler
Vancouver
GoldLeaf Service
Seattle
United States
KEY TO MAP First Passage To The West Journey through the Clouds Rainforest to Gold Rush Coastal Passage
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