canada·Multi-day tour·6 days
6-Day Canada VIA Rail Tour from Calgary to Vancouver: Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Johnston Canyon, Columbia Icefield, Yoho National Park
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• VIA Rail Journey: Enjoy the stunning views depart from Calgary to Vancouver
• Lake Louise & Moraine Lake: Visit the stunning turquoise waters and iconic views of these famous lakes
• Yoho National Park: Explore the Spiral Tunnel and the breathtaking blue-green Emerald Lake
• Banff National Park: Ride the Banff Gondola, see the unique Hoodoos, and hike Johnston Canyon to beautiful waterfalls
• Icefields Parkway: Enjoy the scenic drive with Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and experience the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls
• Lake Louise & Moraine Lake: Visit the stunning turquoise waters and iconic views of these famous lakes
• Yoho National Park: Explore the Spiral Tunnel and the breathtaking blue-green Emerald Lake
• Banff National Park: Ride the Banff Gondola, see the unique Hoodoos, and hike Johnston Canyon to beautiful waterfalls
• Icefields Parkway: Enjoy the scenic drive with Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and experience the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls
6 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrive Calgary
Welcome to Calgary! Enjoy the dazzling mountain peaks, lush alpine meadows, blue-green lakes, dense forests and abundant wild animals. Immerse yourself into the nature, and enjoy local delicacies.
Your choices of full day/half day [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour] (Additional Fees):
1)[ City Walk - Full day Calgary Tour] Back to the Time at Heritage Park+Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations (Start at 9am, includes guide and transfer, 8hr)
2)[ City Guided - Explore - Route A] Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations + The Core shopping mall (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr)
3)[ City Self-Explore - Route C ] Shopping! Shopping! Shopping! @ CrossIron Mills Outlet （For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr）
4)[ City Self-Explore - Route D ] Shopping @ Chinook Centre (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Best Western Calgary Plaza Hotel - 2
Day 2 — Calgary - Banff - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Yoho National Park - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Banff
Calgary – Banff – Lake Louise (75 min) – Moraine Lake (60 min) – Lake Louise Village Lunch (optional, can add Grill & Bar lunch, 45 min) – Emerald Lake (20 min) – Natural Bridge (15 min) – Banff
Depart early from your hotel and drive west along Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway). The steep and majestic Castle Mountain rises before you. Soon you will arrive at one of the Rockies'most famous lakes – Lake Louise. Under the sunlight, the mineral-rich waters reflect a stunning turquoise hue, embraced on three sides by the towering Victoria Glacier, resembling a gem scattered in the mountains. This has earned it the nickname "the Sapphire of the Rockies." From the lakeshore, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise quietly stands among the pine forest, awaiting visitors.
Next, hike to the top of the trail to reach Moraine Lake* (seasonal). Its clear, green waters reflect the jagged peaks of the Ten Peaks. From this vantage point, the breathtaking scenery of the lake and mountains stretches as far as the eye can see, making you forget the passage of time.
After visiting Moraine Lake, head to Lake Louise Village for lunch (self-paid, with optional Western or Chinese set meals).
After lunch, continue west, passing through the Spiral Tunnel, a remarkable feat of engineering built by Pacific Railway workers, to enter Yoho National Park. Visit the tranquil Emerald Lake, where red canoes ripple across the calm waters. Then, see the Natural Bridge, carved over time by the Kicking Horse River, framed by pines and distant mountains, forming a natural masterpiece. Finally, drive back to Banff.
* Moraine Lake: Seasonal opening from the Victoria Day long weekend (May) to late September or early October, depending on National Park announcements. When closed, this stop will be replaced by Lake Minnewanka (30 min) + Vermilion Lakes (15 min). Any mandatory fees for Moraine Lake will not be charged if the lake is closed.
Lake Louise
Moraine Lake
Yoho National Park
Natural Bridge, Canada
Meals: B: Excluded(Optional group meal), L: Excluded(Optional group meal - Lake Louise Village Grill&Bar Asian/Western set Lunch), D: ExcludedStay: Mount Royal Hotel, Banff Inn, Canalta Lodge, Caribou Lodge, Rundlestone Lodge - 3
Day 3 — Banff - Banff Gondola - Bow Falls - Johnston Canyon - Banff
Banff – Banff Gondola (optional, 90 min) – Hoodoos (15 min) – Bow Falls (15 min) – Surprise Corner (15 min) – Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & Lunch (optional, French-style bistro, 90 min) – Johnston Canyon (60 min) – Hotel Check-in
In the morning, drive to Banff National Park. Arrive at Sulphur Mountain and take the Banff Gondola (optional). As the gondola ascends, enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and snow-capped peaks.
Next, visit the Hoodoos, standing above the Bow River, then admire the powerful Bow Falls with its striking contrast of dark rocks and white water. Continue to Surprise Corner for a distant view of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the Bow River scenery.
Then, visit the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, built in Scottish castle style, and enjoy lunch (optional French-style bistro menu).
After lunch, explore Johnston Canyon, one of the three major canyons in the Rockies, walking along trails to see the rushing waterfalls. (In case of maintenance or other force majeure, the itinerary will be replaced with visits to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake.)
In the evening, check in to your hotel in Banff.
Banff National Park
Banff Gondola
Bow Falls
Surprise Corner
Johnston Canyon
Meals: B: Excluded(Optional group meal), L: Excluded(Optional group meal - French Brasserie French Brasserie at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel), D: ExcludedStay: Mount Royal Hotel, Banff Inn, Canalta Lodge, Caribou Lodge, Rundlestone Lodge - 4
Day 4 — Banff - Peyto Lake - Icefields Parkway - Ice Explorer - Skywalk - Athabasca Falls - Jasper
Banff – Crowfoot Glacier – Peyto Lake (30 min) – Icefields Parkway – Lunch (optional, buffet, 45 min) – Ice Explorer & Skywalk (optional, 150 min) – Athabasca Falls (30 min) – Jasper, Hotel Check-in
Depart from your hotel in Banff in the morning. Along the way, enjoy views of Crowfoot Glacier. Next, visit Peyto Lake (replaced by Waterfowl Lake in case of maintenance or force majeure). This glacier-fed, maple-leaf-shaped lake lies like a vivid blue ribbon in the Rocky Mountain valley.
Stop for buffet lunch (optional, self-paid) at The Crossing. Continue along the scenic Icefields Parkway (Highway 93) and arrive at the Icefields Centre. Here, you can take the Ice Explorer (optional) onto the Athabasca Glacier, experiencing millions of years of natural accumulation. You may also walk on the Skywalk (optional, 280 meters high), enjoying panoramic views of Sunwapta Valley—walking among clouds when mist rolls in.
Next, visit the Athabasca Falls, where meltwater has carved a 23-meter drop. Finally, drive to Jasper Town for hotel check-in.
* Ice Explorer & Skywalk (optional) operate from May 1 – October 12. From October 13 onwards, these activities are not available:
Good weather: Guests may take a light hike on the glacier foreland (approx. 60 min) for a close-up glacier experience.
Poor weather: The guide will arrange a distant glacier view and an additional visit to Waterfowl Lake.
Icefields Parkway
Athabasca Falls
Meals: B: Excluded(Optional group meal), L: Excluded(Optional group meal - The Crossing Mt. Wilson Restaurant), D: ExcludedStay: Athabasca Hotel - 5
Day 5 — Jasper - VIA Rail (No tour guide on the train)
Approx. 08:00 – Arrival at Jasper Train Station
* Please arrive at the station at least 90 minutes in advance to complete check-in and luggage procedures. (Train departs at 09:00)
Jasper – Vancouver VIA Train (Approx. 23.5 hours)
* Arrival at Pacific Central Station, Vancouver the next day around 08:00.
Jasper Train Station Address:
607 Connaught Dr, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0
Departing Jasper, you will embark on a scenic Rockies train journey, covering 800 km of spectacular mountain and river landscapes. Travel through alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks. You may catch a distant view of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. As writers and travelers often say: "The Rockies are a temple for the soul, cleansing the spirit." Enjoy the sunset and fall asleep amid the pristine wilderness.
Canadian Rockies
Meals: B: Excluded(Optional group meal), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: VIA Rail - 6
Day 6 — VIA Rail - Vancouver
Arrive at [Pacific Railway Station] at approximately 8:00am in the morning, Vancouver time. Welcome to Vancouver. After arriving at Vancouver Pacific Railway Station, the tour ends on your own.
Pacific Railway Station Address: 1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- Accommodation: Hotel listed in the itinerary, standard room
- Tour Guide: Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Mandarin)
- Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle; ticket from Jasper to Vancouver VIA Railway Station (Seat ticket)
- VIA train ticket
- Admission for National Park
- VIA luggage standard: Each person is limited to 2 pieces of luggage, each piece is capped at 23KG, and the total length of three sides cannot exceed 158CM; 1 piece of hand luggage, maximum 11.5KG, 43x15x33 CM
- Taxes & GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Traffic Accident Liability
Not included
- Driver and guide service fees (CAD $15 per person per day; airport transfers CAD $10 per person per trip) – mandatory, payable on tour, taxes not included
- Meals throughout the tour
- Entrance fees for activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Other personal expenses, such as laundry, phone calls, drinks, shopping, pay-per-view TV, etc.
- Additional costs caused by force majeure, including traffic delays, war, political unrest, strikes, weather, aircraft mechanical failure, flight cancellations, or schedule changes
- Any type of travel insurance
- Optional activities / self-paid items
Cancellation policy
Read the full cancellation terms
【Modification】
- The following terms apply to changes in the number of travelers and modifications to traveler names (subject to resource availability on the corresponding travel dates).
- Changes requested by the buyer within 47 days before departure (inclusive) will not be permitted.
- Changes requested 48 days (inclusive) or more before departure will incur a service fee of C $ 60 per order per change.
【Additional Information】
- Any additional costs arising from changes due to resource availability will be charged accordingly.
- In the event of any cancellation or modification, bank transfer fees or credit card fees will be deducted from the refund, along with the cancellation or modification fees.
- All changes or cancellations must be communicated directly to our company in written form via email or fax.
- Cancellations and refunds will be processed within 1–7 business days.
- The following terms apply to changes in the number of travelers and modifications to traveler names (subject to resource availability on the corresponding travel dates).
- Changes requested by the buyer within 47 days before departure (inclusive) will not be permitted.
- Changes requested 48 days (inclusive) or more before departure will incur a service fee of C $ 60 per order per change.
【Additional Information】
- Any additional costs arising from changes due to resource availability will be charged accordingly.
- In the event of any cancellation or modification, bank transfer fees or credit card fees will be deducted from the refund, along with the cancellation or modification fees.
- All changes or cancellations must be communicated directly to our company in written form via email or fax.
- Cancellations and refunds will be processed within 1–7 business days.
Important info
Special notes
- Aside from admission fees, optional tour fees and service fees mentioned above, other fees and taxes should be paid in CAD currency by. If you choose to pay in USD currency, you should pay the price difference caused by the currency exchange rate.
- In the event of an accident or force majeure, including but not limited to: VIA Rail Dispatch, temporary closure of airports or stations, temporary cancellation of transportation companies, weather, transportation control, etc., that cause cancellation or postponement of flights and trains, we will do our best to assist you with a solution.
- If the train is delayed for more than 5 hours, you may choose to wait for the train or cancel this section of the itinerary.
If you choose to cancel this section of the itinerary, our office will follow up with you for a refund for the corresponding cost of the train ticket and provide you with free accommodation at the Calgary Clarion hotel (or similar) that night. The cost of flight modifications or other modes of transportation are at the travelers' cost. - This product is packaged with VIA Rail Canada products. For information about the train and refund policies, please refer to a final confirmation from the Canadian VIA National Railway operator.
- It is strongly recommended that you purchase relevant travel insurance in advance.
- If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, you will be charged an additional fee for a second pick-up service.
- VIA luggage standard: Each person is limited to 2 pieces of luggage, each piece is capped at 23KG, and the total length of three sides cannot exceed 158CM; 1 piece of hand luggage, maximum 11.5KG, 43x15x33 CM.
- According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expense, laundry, catering).
- All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
- During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) to meet the group at the next designated meeting location.
- During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
- During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a "Letter of Liability Release"; no exceptions.
- Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
- In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
- If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
- This product is a local bus tour. All foreign travelers are responsible to have ready and to bring a valid visa. Confirm and process eTA in advance according to your passport type. For details, please click the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp (Electronic Travel Permit [Mandarin] for reference only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4iyyMVFvfM）
- Please provide accurate and complete information (Name, gender, adult / child, copy of passport and contact information) when booking a tour to avoid errors that would affect your travel. If you cause a delay or cause losses due to missing or inaccurate information, you will be held responsible.
- This product is a local bus tour. Under the premise that the promised service and standards remain unchanged, your itinerary may take place alongside another traveler's itinerary to form a group tour. Depending on arrival and departure dates, travelers’ itinerary sequence may differ.
- Hotel Class: North American Hotels do not have an official hotel star rating standard. The hotels involved on the trip are local brand hotels.
- If the product ordered includes a train itinerary, we suggest that guests do not arrange connecting transportation (including trains, cruise ships, flights, etc.) on the same day as arrival at the end of a trip.
- The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- Product components such as: tour vehicles, hotels, restaurants, attraction facilities, etc. may have different standards (ratings, classes, quality) in different regions of the world; please understand. Our bilingual tour guides will use Mandarin and/or English to serve you.
- Tour vehicles: Vehicles are arranged according to the number of people in a group. In a group up to 24 passengers, the driver will also be the tour guide. In a group of more than 24 passengers, an individual driver/tour guide will be provided.
- Tour Operator will provides transportation, accommodation or other services and is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage or injury, delay or accident due to an act of default of any company engaged in providing service included in these packages.
- In case of force majeure including but not limited to weather, traffic accidents, etc. our company has the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
- It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for your personal benefit.
- Tour Operator is not responsible for any transportation cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip that are caused by circumstances not under our company's control.
- In the Rockies, there can be large temperature differences between morning and evening. The average daytime temperature in summer is 25 °C, and the average night temperature is 15-18 ° C. Please prepare clothes appropriately.
- In the Rockies, there's ample sunshine and usually high levels of Ultraviolet rays (UV rays) that may cause sunburn, so proper sun protection will be needed. The region has a dry climate and body lotion is one of the must-haves when traveling.
- When encountering wild animals, feeding is prohibited; In the case of large animals, do not leave the vehicle and approach.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited in hotel rooms and throughout the hotel. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of $300 CAD or more.
- Within the national parks, please note smoking is permitted in certain areas only. Please follow the rules and do not litter cigarette butts. Please make sure that they're fully out in case of a fire hazard.
- Please note that hotels in the Rocky Mountains area are mostly 3-4 story wooden structures. Some hotels do not have elevators.
- For environmental protection, Rocky Mountains area hotels are not provided with toothpaste, toothbrush, slippers, comb; Only shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and soap are provided.
- Most hotel rooms are not equipped with kettles. If you need hot water for drinking, please ask the hotel's front desk for assistance. If no kettle can be provided, please use the coffee machine properly as instructed.
- There is no "hot (boiling)" drinking water at the attractions, if necessary, please prepare it yourself before departure.
- Canadian voltage power is 110V, and the electrical socket is a three-pin plug: the upper one is round, and the lower two are flat and parallel.
- Don't forget to bring your camera and enjoy your journey!
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Double rooms are not guaranteed to be two beds type, please understand.
* Price for a child applies when a 0 to 12-year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* There will be hotel surcharges during Petroleum Show and Stampede. The price may vary depending on the departure date.
* The hotel room type is mainly one bed or two beds. If you have a special request, please note in advance. We try our best to coordinate.
* If the departure date is within 1 month, we cannot guarantee the availability. The railway tickets sold out very quickly.
* Price is not applicable during Jun 28 to Jul 06, please confirm with us again for the final price in this period.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Double rooms are not guaranteed to be two beds type, please understand.
* Price for a child applies when a 0 to 12-year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* There will be hotel surcharges during Petroleum Show and Stampede. The price may vary depending on the departure date.
* The hotel room type is mainly one bed or two beds. If you have a special request, please note in advance. We try our best to coordinate.
* If the departure date is within 1 month, we cannot guarantee the availability. The railway tickets sold out very quickly.
* Price is not applicable during Jun 28 to Jul 06, please confirm with us again for the final price in this period.
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