Rocky Mountain Explorer

Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to Vancouver. Upon arrival, transfer independently to the Hyatt Regency, Vancouver, your base for the next three nights.

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Hyatt Regency, Vancouver

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Hyatt Regency, Vancouver

Floor-to-ceiling picture windows in the 644 rooms and suites offer delightful views of the skyline, mountains or Stanley Park. Enhanced and redesigned to a modern, chic style, they boast natural slate bathrooms complete with bathroom products. Hyatt Grand Beds and feature 42″ flat screen televisions, climate control and iPod docking stations. The 29th floor is home to the Regency Club accommodations which benefit from private lounge access where continental breakfast and evening cocktails are served.

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Nestled on the shores of the Pacific, the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver enjoys a blend of cultures, which creates a variety of ethnic cuisines and shopping options. Today is free to enjoy the attractions, and we recommend you visit Stanley Park, Robson Street, Grouse Mountain and Granville Island. To help enhance your Vancouver experience we have included an admission ticket to the Capilano Suspension Bridge.

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Hyatt Regency, Vancouver

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Hyatt Regency, Vancouver

Floor-to-ceiling picture windows in the 644 rooms and suites offer delightful views of the skyline, mountains or Stanley Park. Enhanced and redesigned to a modern, chic style, they boast natural slate bathrooms complete with bathroom products. Hyatt Grand Beds and feature 42″ flat screen televisions, climate control and iPod docking stations. The 29th floor is home to the Regency Club accommodations which benefit from private lounge access where continental breakfast and evening cocktails are served.

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Experience the ultimate in luxury rail travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf Service from Vancouver to Jasper, a journey that turns the Canadian Rockies into your personal panorama. Relax in your bi-level glass-dome coach, where every seat offers sweeping, unobstructed views of some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes. Savour gourmet cuisine prepared fresh onboard, complemented by premium beverages, as you glide past towering mountains, emerald lakes, and dense forests.

Over the course of two unforgettable days, marvel at the dramatic gorges of the Fraser Canyon, gaze up at the awe-inspiring Mount Robson, and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of untouched wilderness. Your journey also includes an overnight stay in Kamloops, thoughtfully allocated by Rocky Mountaineer, giving you time to rest before continuing your adventure into the heart of Jasper National Park.

Accommodation: Jasper Inn & Suites

Jasper is a charming mountain village nestled among dense forests and glacial peaks, offering a wealth of scenic highlights. This laid-back alpine community, filled with quaint shops, inviting restaurants, and cosy cafes, sits within Jasper National Park, the largest in the Canadian Rockies at 10,878 square kilometres of pristine wilderness. Renowned for its exceptional backcountry trail system, the park draws hikers seeking adventure and is home to North America’s treasured wildlife, including grizzly bears, moose, caribou, and wolves. To make the most of your visit, we’ve included a relaxing boat excursion on Maligne Lake and a scenic tour along the Icefields Parkway, complete with an unforgettable Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier.

Accommodation: Jasper Inn & Suites

Today, you will drive from Jasper to Lake Louise, enjoying a wonderfully scenic journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The village of Lake Louise, just a short five-minute drive from the lake itself, offers quaint dining and shopping options. For over 125 years, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has attracted outdoor enthusiasts, art lovers, and history buffs alike, all eager to experience its stunning alpine scenery and iconic turquoise waters.

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Lake Louise Inn, Lake Louise

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Lake Louise Inn, Lake Louise

Lake Louise Inn is comprised of five lodges with ten different accommodation types. Whether you are looking for a room for two or a suite accommodating the whole family, there is an option to suit. Standard and Deluxe rooms offer either one king or two queen beds. All guest rooms include a flat screen television, clock radio and a coffee maker. Junior Suites, One and Two bedroom Suites benefit from a fireplace and fully-equipped kitchenette with stove top, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and toaster. In addition, there are One Bedroom Lofts with additional living space.

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This morning, enjoy a scenic drive through Banff National Park as you make your way to the picturesque town of Banff. You’ll have a two-night stay, giving you plenty of time to explore this charming alpine community, with its quaint shops, inviting restaurants, and fascinating museums. Included in your visit is a ride on the Banff Gondola, where you can soak in breathtaking panoramic views of the Bow Valley and the surrounding Rocky Mountains, a perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the area.

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Royal Canadian Lodge, Banff

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Royal Canadian Lodge, Banff

Traditionally furnished in a rustic style decor, the 99 guestrooms are divided into four categories: Standard rooms, Premier rooms, Junior suites and Executive suites. Spacious and air-conditioned, they all benefit from 32″ flat screen televisions, coffee-makers, mini-refrigerators, in-room safes, warm bathrobes and wireless internet. Selected suites also have the added luxury of a whirlpool bath.

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It’s just a two hour drive along the Trans-Canada Highway, with an option of taking the slightly longer but more scenic 1A Highway, to the cowboy city of Calgary. Home of the famous stampede, The Aero Space Museum, Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park Historic Village, Glenbow Museum and Olympic Park, there are ample attractions to keep you entertained.

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Fairmont Palliser, Calgary

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Fairmont Palliser, Calgary

An array of guestrooms, suites and Gold Floor accommodations ensure that there is the ideal room for every guest. All are beautifully appointed, decorated in classic designs and feature large windows that open, climate control, a coffee & tea maker, mini-bar, bathrobes and upscale bathroom amenities.

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There may be time for some last minute sightseeing and shopping before you make your way to Calgary Airport, return your rental car and check-in for your flight back to the UK.