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Rocky Mountaineer: Canadian Rockies

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Cindi Sanden, Travel Agent in Soddy Daisy, TN

Cindi Sanden

Soddy Daisy, TN Travel Agent
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Cindi Sanden

Soddy Daisy, TN · 11 Years of Experience

An independent agent with AWAKEN TRAVELS, LLC, , a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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DESTINATIONS VISITED:Alberta, British Columbia
PLACES VISITED:Banff, Calgary, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Vancouver
SUGGESTED DURATION:6 Days
A bucket-list Canadian Rockies journey combining the Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf glass-dome train with stays in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, and Lake Louise. Two days of daylight-only rail travel through impossibly dramatic mountain scenery, including spiral tunnels, avalanche sheds, and the confluence of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers. The GoldLeaf service with gourmet dining and an outdoor viewing platform elevated the experience.
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DAY1
Vancouver
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Vancouver: Pacific Gateway
Two nights in Vancouver exploring Stanley Park, Granville Island Public Market, and the vibrant Gastown neighborhood.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Stanley Park and Granville Island
Capilano Suspension Bridge and North Shore rainforest
Gastown historic district and BC craft beer experience
DAY2
Kamloops
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Day 1 Aboard: Vancouver to Kamloops
Board the Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf service in Vancouver. Glass-domed coaches offered panoramic views as the train climbed through the Fraser Canyon, past Hell's Gate, and along the Thompson River. Gourmet lunch served as waterfalls and tunnels passed by. Overnight in Kamloops.
HIGHLIGHTS:
GoldLeaf glass-dome coach experience
Fraser Canyon and Hells Gate gorge scenic views
Onboard gourmet meal with mountain wilderness vistas
DAY3
Banff
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Day 2 Aboard: Kamloops to Banff
The train crossed the Continental Divide through Kicking Horse Pass with towering peaks on every side. Spiral Tunnels, glacier-fed rivers, and the moment the Canadian Rockies truly revealed themselves were unforgettable. Arrived in Banff as the sun set over the Bow Valley.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Crossing the Continental Divide
Kicking Horse River valley and spiral tunnels engineering marvel
Wildlife spotting for elk, bears and mountain goats
DAY4
Banff
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Banff: Mountain Playground
Full day exploring Banff National Park. Gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views, walk along the Bow River, and soak in the Upper Hot Springs. The town of Banff offered world-class dining and shopping with mountain backdrops in every direction.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Sulphur Mountain gondola and hot springs
Johnston Canyon waterfall hike and cave exploration
Wildlife tour along Bow Valley Parkway
DAY5
Lake Louise
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Lake Louise: Turquoise Wonder
Drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic roads in the world. Stop at Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, and the Columbia Icefield. Lake Louise's turquoise waters against the Victoria Glacier were even more stunning in person. Afternoon canoe on the lake.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Lake Louise and Icefields Parkway drive
Plain of Six Glaciers teahouse hike above Lake Louise
Peyto Lake and Bow Summit viewpoint at Icefields Parkway
DAY6
Calgary
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Calgary: Cowboy Culture Farewell
Transfer to Calgary through the foothills. Visit Heritage Park Historical Village, explore the Stephen Avenue Walk, and enjoy a farewell Alberta beef dinner at a top steakhouse. The journey from Pacific coast to prairie showcased Canada's incredible diversity.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Heritage Park and Alberta beef dinner
Calgary Tower and Stephen Avenue Walk historic district
Eau Claire Market and Prince Island Park riverside walk
FINAL THOUGHTS
The Rocky Mountaineer is not just a train ride. It is a moving luxury hotel through some of Earth's most dramatic landscapes.