Rockies Roundup & Rocky Mountaineer - Guided in English

Rockies Roundup - Guided tour in English or in German. Maximum capacity for this tour is 35 passengers.

2024 DEPARTURE DATES  ENGLISH   2024 DEPARTURE DATES GERMAN
JANUARY No departures   JANUARY No departures
FEBRUARY   FEBRUARY
MARCH   MARCH
APRIL   APRIL
MAY   MAY
JUNE    3   17     JUNE    7  21
JULY    5   15      JULY  19  
AUGUST    2   26     AUGUST  16   30
SEPTEMBER  9          SEPTEMBER  13     
OCTOBER No departures   OCTOBER No departures
NOVEMBER   NOVEMBER
DECEMBER   DECEMBER

Dag
Jour
Day
2024 Hotels  (or Similar)
category
Maaltijden/Repas/Meals
Breakfast/Ontbijt/P-déjeuner
Lunch/Middagmaal/Déjeuner
Dinner/Avondmaal/Diner
No meal/free
1 Vancouver: Sheraton Wall Center No meal
2 Vancouver: Sheraton Wall Center Breakfast
3-4 Victoria: Royal Scot Inn Breakfast
5 Campbell River: Coast Discovery Inn Breakfast
6 Port Hardy: Kwa'Lilas Hotel Breakfast
7 Prince Rupert: Pacific Inn Breakfast
8 Smithers: Aspen Inn Breakfast
9 Prince George: Sandman Inn & Suites Breakfast
10-11 Jasper: Marmot Lodge/Lobstick Lodge Breakfast 
12 Banff: Banff Caribou Lodge/Ptarmigan Inn Breakfast
13 Banff: Banff Caribou Lodge/Ptarmigan Inn Breakfast
14 Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer  Breakfast + lunch
15 Vancouver: Sheraton Wall Center Breakfast
16 Individuel extension or return flights  
  • Day 01: Arrival Vancouver
  • Day 02: Vancouver
  • Day 03: Vancouver - Victoria
  • Day 04: Victoria
  • Day 05: Victoria - Campbell River
  • Day 06: Campbell River - Port Hardy
  • Day 07: Port Hardy - Prince Rupert
  • Day 08: Prince Rupert - Smithers
  • Day 09: Smithers - Prince George
  • Day 10: Prince George - Jasper National Park
  • Day 11: Jasper - visit
  • Day 12: Jasper National Park - Banff National Park
  • Day 13: Banff - visit
  • Day 14: Banff - Kamloops ROCKY MOUNTAINEER
  • Day 15: Kamloops - Vancouver ROCKY MOUNTAINEER
  • Day 16: Departure Vancouver
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day 1

Arrival Vancouver

1 Day

30 km

After arrival at the airport, you can take the bus or taxi (not included) to the hotel. Check in and meet the guide for the first time. The rest of the afternoon is free for a first walking tour.

 

day 2

Vancouver

1 Day

15 km

We get better acquained with our travelling companions at breakfast before setting out on our morning sightseeing tour of Vancouver. Highlights include Stanley Park, English Bay, the picturesque ‘Gastown’ district, Chinatown and many more. Free afternoon for exploration, a 'tram' ride, time for some shopping or just to relax. 

 

day 3

Vancouver - Victoria

1 Day

120 km

This morning, you take the ferry to Vancouver Island, through the Gulf Islands area. After arrival, visit the colouful Butchart Gardens, one of the most beautiful botanical garden in the world. In the afternoon, travel further to Victoria, the charming capital of British Columbia. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city or take part in an optional floatplane sightseeing tour over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Overnight.

day 4

Victoria

1 Day

15 km

Discover the charm and beauty of this wonderful city. Visit the Parliament Buildings, the Inner- and Outer Harbor, the interesting British Columbia Provincial Museum, Beacon Hill Park, the historic Empress Hotel and much more. 

day 5

Victoria - Campbell River

1 Day

265 km

You travel further north up the coast of Vancouver Island, via some cozy fishermans villages and enjoy the wonderful views on the little islands in front of the coast. Along the way, you visit the famous murals of Chemainus and the city of Duncan, known for its totem poles. In the afternoon, arrival in Campbell river and lodging.

day 6

Campbell River - Port Hardy

1 Day

240 km

The ridged coast of Vancouver Island brings you further north to enjoy an unforgetable boat trip to look for whales and other water wonders in the Johnstone Strait. Afterewards travel to Port Hardy, relax at the hotel or independently explore this pleasant seaside town. Lodging. 

day 7

Port Hardy - Prince Rupert

1 Day

530 km

You embark one of the British Columbia Ferries and cruise along the coast, north to Prince Rupert. This 'Inside Passage' is one of the most famous shipping routes of Canada. It is located in a wonderful natural area, which houses many otters, sealions and whales. Arrival in the evening and lodging.

 

day 8

Prince Rupert - Smithers

1 Day

350 km

We leave the coast and follow the wonderful Skeena River Valley to Smithers. Along the way, visit the 'Ksan Indian Village' to discover the traditions en culture of the former 'Gitxsan' people. After arrival in Smithers, check in at the hotel and the remainder of the day is at leisure. Lodging.

 

day 9

Smithers - Prince George

1 Day

380 km

From Smithers, the journey continues to the east via the Yellowhead Highway, through giant woods, over rough and uneven terrain. Along the way, visit Fort St. James National Historic Park, to relive the glory days of the fur trade. Arrival in Prince George at the end of the afternoon, situated at the farest edge of the Cariboo area. Lodging.

day 10

Prince George - Jasper National Park

1 Day

380 km

We follow the famous Fraser River to the east to the border with Alberta, to get a stunning view on Mount Robson, the highest hilltop in the Rockies. The Yellowhead Pass brings you to Jasper and along the way, an optional raft trip on the Athabasca river is possible. After arrival, check in at the hotel and free time. Lodging.

day 11

Jasper - visit

1 Day

10 km

Take the day to create your own adventure in Jasper. Perhaps you may wish to arrange a thrilling rafting trip down the Athabasca River or climb aboard a motorcycle sidecar for a different touring experience along the park's scenic roads. Optional excursions to beautiful Maligne Lake and Maligne Canyon will be offered too.

day 12

Jasper National Park - Banff National Park

1 Day

290 km

Without a doubt, this trip will be one of the highlights of your travel. We travel south on the impressive 'Icefiels Parkway' to Banff. Along the way, you stop at the stunning Columbia Icefield where you participate in an 'Ice Explorer' excursion for a ride on the surface of the glacier. Later, you will also visit the wonderful Lake Louise, probably one of the most photogenic places in the Rockies. Lodging in Banff.

day 13

Banff - visit

1 Day

1 km

Today you will enjoy a tour of the region around Banff. The area became Canada's first national park in 1885. An optional helicopter sightseeing tour will give you the chance to see the Rocky Mountains from above. Or you can take an optional gondola ride to spectacular Sulphur Mountain. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city and to stroll along Banff Avenue. Lodging.

day 14

Banff - Kamloops ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

1 Day

380 km

After breakfast, we'll board the Rocky Mountaineer for a day long journey through and over the Rockies into British Columbia. From the large sightseeing windows, marvel at the ancient forests and crescendoing cliff faces, surrounded by azure lakes and primeval valleys below. Arrival in Kamloops late in the afternoon. Overnight in a hotel in Kamloops. Meals on-board included.

day 15

Kamloops - Vancouver ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

1 Day

380 km

Boarding your train again in the morning, continue on to Vancouver, traversing the lush valleys that produce some of the countries most bountiful fruit farms and wineries. Arrive in Vancouver where you disembark and are transferred to the hotel. All meals while on board the train are included.

day 16

Departure Vancouver

1 Day

35 km

Time for a last walk or for last-minute shopping. Individual transfer (not included) to the airport. You can add extra nights on your own with supplement.

 

2251 Rockies roundup SMG (ECA03SMG)
is available starting at 7647 EUR

Rooms 01.06.24 - 30.09.24
DOUBLE ROOM 1 BED (K21) 7647
TRIPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K32) 7035
SINGLE ROOM (K11) 9838
MEALS AS PER PROGRAMME (R02) Free

2251 Rockies roundup (ECA00003)
is available starting at 6868 EUR

Rooms 01.06.24 - 30.09.24
DOUBLE ROOM 1 BED (K21) 6868
TRIPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K32) 6248
SINGLE ROOM (K11) 9055
MEALS AS PER PROGRAMME (R02) Free

Included

  • 15 nights in the hotels mentioned (or similar)
  • Tour by deluxe motorcoach, escorted in English or in German.
  • Sightseeing tours as mentioned, the ferry passages, admission to the Butchart Gardens, the 'Ice Explorer', admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge and the visits as mentioned in the programme.
  • The 'Inside Passage' from Prince Rupert to Port Hardy. 
  • 12 breakfasts
  • Train journey Rocky Mountaineer in SILVER LEAF CLASS + 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on board.
  • Luggage: 1 piece per person. 
  • The local taxes and GST

Not Included

All services NOT mentioned such as: 

  • International passport and charges for 
    • ESTA - 21 USD per person-Valid for  2 years (USA) and  / or
    • ETA- 7 CAD per person-Valid for 5 years(Canada). 
  • Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
  • Eventual costs to comply with sanitairy and health conditions , pasports and or certificates and tests.
  • Transfer from the airport to hotel on arrival and on departure, exept where otherwise detailed in the description
  • Meals at the hotels or outside except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
  • Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
  • All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more. 
  • The usual tip (part of their salary) for the Driver and the Guide (usually per person 4 usd per day)

Good To Know

FLIGHTS:

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TRIP EXTENSION:

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