Itinerary
- Day 1
Vancouver
Your trip begins when you arrive in Vancouver and check into the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. This castle-like hotel sits right in the heart of the city, putting you close to all the main attractions. If you're a dog person, you'll get to meet Elly and Ella, the hotel's resident Labrador ambassadors. Settle in and get ready for the days ahead.
Optional Activities
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Admission
- Flyover Canada Admission
Landmarks Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 
- Day 2
Vancouver
Today you explore Vancouver on your own schedule. Head to Robson Street if shopping appeals to you, or wander through historic Gastown with its cobblestone streets. Kitsilano offers a trendy vibe if that's more your speed. Nature lovers can walk Stanley Park, cycle along the scenic seawall, or just take in the mild weather. Since Vancouver has a strong food scene, try one of the many restaurants, breweries, or cafes scattered throughout the city.
Optional Activities
- Shopping on Robson Street
- Exploring Gastown
- Walking in Stanley Park
- Cycling the seawall
- Dining at local restaurants and breweries
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Admission
- Flyover Canada Admission
Landmarks Robson Street Gastown Kitsilano Stanley Park - Day 3
Vancouver to Jasper
Spend your morning checking out more of Vancouver or relaxing at the hotel before heading to the train station in the afternoon. You'll board the VIA Rail Canadian train bound for Jasper, and your cozy cabin has expansive windows for viewing the scenery. In the dining car, a chef prepares dinner while you travel overnight through British Columbia's interior toward the Canadian Rockies.
- Meals
- Dinner (Chef-prepared meal in the dining car with views over British Columbia's interior)
Included Activities
- VIA Rail train transfer between Vancouver and Jasper
- Dinner in the dining car
- Day 4
Jasper
You wake up on the train surrounded by the Canadian Rockies. The route passes Mt. Robson, which at nearly 13,000 feet is the highest peak in the range, before you arrive in Jasper National Park. Check in at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, a 700-acre resort with log cabins connected by pathways on the shores of Lac Beauvert. Spend your evening exploring the lodge's amenities and enjoying the mountain setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- VIA Rail train transfer between Vancouver and Jasper
Optional Activities
- Maligne Canyon Ice-Walk Tour
- Wildlife Discovery Tour (3.5 Hours)
Landmarks Mt. Robson Jasper National Park Lac Beauvert Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Day 5
Jasper
Jasper town is yours to explore at your own pace. If you want something more active, book the Maligne Canyon Ice-Walk Tour to see frozen waterfalls, ice caves, and unique ice formations in the deepest accessible canyon in the park. You'll also learn about the valley's Karst topography and the mystery surrounding Medicine Lake.
Optional Activities
- Maligne Canyon Ice-Walk Tour
- Exploring Jasper town
Landmarks Maligne Canyon Medicine Lake Jasper town - Day 6
Jasper to Lake Louise
You'll drive the Columbia Icefields Parkway, a 232 km route considered one of the top drives in the world. This road runs along the Continental Divide and shows off towering mountains, frozen waterfalls, and snow-covered valleys. By afternoon you reach Lake Louise in Banff National Park and check into the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. This castle-like hotel sits on the lake's shores with views of mountain peaks and Victoria Glacier.
Included Activities
- Scheduled coach transfer between Jasper and Lake Louise
Landmarks Columbia Icefields Parkway Lake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Victoria Glacier Banff National Park 
- Day 7
Lake Louise
Lake Louise during winter is known as Canada's most scenic skating rink, and the whole area looks like a real-life snowglobe. Lace up and skate on the iconic lake, or take a walk around the trail along the shoreline. If you want something different, book an evening horse-drawn sleigh ride to see the Ice Falls lit up.
Optional Activities
- Skating on Lake Louise
- Walking the lake trail
- Evening horse-drawn sleigh ride to Ice Falls
Landmarks Lake Louise Ice Falls - Day 8
Lake Louise to Banff
You leave Lake Louise and drive further into Banff National Park to the town of Banff. Check in at the Fairmont Banff Springs, a historic landmark resort right in the heart of Banff with easy access to some of Canada's most sought-after mountain views.
Included Activities
- Scheduled coach transfer between Lake Louise and Banff
Landmarks Fairmont Banff Springs Banff 
- Day 9
Banff
Your day in Banff is completely open. If you want structure, book the 'Discover Banff & Its Wildlife' half-day tour to hit beautiful viewpoints, landmarks, and historic places with short walks, scenic viewing, and wildlife watching. Otherwise, you can relax at the resort or do your own thing around town.
Optional Activities
- Discover Banff & Its Wildlife tour
- Banff Upper Hot Springs Pool Admission & Towel Rental
- Grotto Canyon Icewalk (4 hours)
- Exploring Banff at leisure
Landmarks Banff Upper Hot Springs Grotto Canyon 
- Day 10
Banff to Calgary
You say goodbye to the Canadian Rockies as you head out of Banff and the national park toward Calgary, wrapping up your mountain adventure.
Included Activities
- Scheduled coach transfer between Banff and Calgary airport
