2-Day Rocky Mountaineer Train
from Vancouver to Banff
A spectacular two-day all-daylight journey onboard the Rocky Mountaineer in your choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service. Includes hotel accommodation in Kamloops.
The world-famous Rocky Mountaineer is truly the trip of a lifetime. This luxury sightseeing train travels exclusively through the Canadian Rockies by daylight, slowing to highlight natural marvels. While indulging in hand-crafted, local cuisine, top-shelf beverages, and endless snacks and treats, you will listen to professional guides who will narrate Western Canada’s storied history and highlight unforgettable natural beauty. The Rocky Mountaineer stops overnight in the lake town of Kamloops so guests can sleep in a comfortable hotel and get ready for the rest of their adventure.
2-Day Vancouver to Banff by Rail
Rocky Mountaineer - Vancouver to KamloopsIndependent accommodations required in Vancouver - Overnight in Kamloops
Rocky Mountaineer - Kamloops to Banff*Independent accommodations required in Banff
*It is also possible to disembark at Lake Louise.
Day 1 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Vancouver to Kamloops
Depart Vancouver onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train and travel from the coast to central British Columbia. En route, enjoy passing through British Columbia’s agricultural heartland, the Fraser Valley. This historic valley is covered by lush green mountainsides, with the salmon rich Fraser River winding through. The train travels through scenic river canyons carved into the Coast and Cascade Mountains, passing unique geographical attractions, such as the thundering waters of Hell’s Gate. The environment will gradually change, as the train rises onto the arid environment of the interior plateau, stopping for the night in the city of Kamloops. Breakfast and lunch are included aboard the train.
Transfers available from the following Vancouver hotels: Fairmont Waterfront, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Pan Pacific Vancouver, Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver, Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Georgian Court Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Downtown
Day 2 - Rocky Mountaineer Train from Kamloops to Banff
The train gradually leaves the ranchlands of south-central British Columbia and approaches the phenomenal snow topped Rocky Mountains. Pass through three Canadian National Parks along route: Glacier, Yoho, and Banff. Travel through the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse canyon, over Rogers Pass, and past Craigellachie, the historic site where the final spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was placed. Observe as the rivers change their direction of flow as the train passes over the Continental Divide en route to Banff. Breakfast and lunch are provided aboard the train.
Transfers available to the following Banff hotels: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection, Moose Hotel & Suites, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, Elk + Avenue Hotel
For more information on planning the Banff portion of your trip, visit BanffNationalPark.com
Included
| TRAIN EXPERIENCE | 2-Day Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service. |
| MEALS | 2 Breakfasts & 2 Lunches aboard the train. |
| ACCOMMODATIONS | 1 Night Hotel Accommodation (Kamloops). |
| RAIL TRANSFERS | Rail Station Transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, and Banff (select hotels in Vancouver & Banff only). |
| LUGGAGE HANDLING | Luggage Handling included throughout. |
| ONBOARD HOSTS | Dedicated Onboard Hosts. |
| GRATUITIES | Gratuities for Onboard Train Staff. |
| INDEPENDENT TOUR | Independent Tour format. |
Not Included
| ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS | Hotel Accommodation in Vancouver or Banff (available on request, please ask for details). |
| GRATUITIES | Gratuities for hotel and transfer staff. |
| SALES TAX | Canadian Sales Tax. |
| RESORT FEES | Hotel resort fees to be paid on-site at select properties. |
Vancouver to Banff Start Dates
Vancouver to Lake Louise & Banff: 2-Day Rail Journey
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2027 & 2028 Vancouver to Banff Pricing
| Month | SilverLeaf Service |
GoldLeaf Service |
|---|---|---|
| April | $2,404 | $3,274 |
| May | $2,934 | $3,914 |
| June / July / August | $2,974 | $4,104 |
| September | $3,154 | $4,224 |
| October | $2,914 | $3,864 |
| Month | SilverLeaf Service |
GoldLeaf Service |
|---|---|---|
| April | $2,479 | $3,349 |
| May | $3,049 | $4,099 |
| June / July / August | $3,049 | $4,199 |
| September | $3,259 | $4,329 |
| October | $2,989 | $3,989 |
Prices shown are per person and include SilverLeaf Service aboard Rocky Mountaineer. Upgrades to GoldLeaf Service are available. Pricing may vary by departure date, and there is no discounted rate for children. For exact pricing and availability, please request a quote. For more details, please visit: Rocky Mountaineer Train Service
Prices shown reflect double occupancy, per person. Rocky Mountaineer pricing is dynamic and varies by departure and by hotel selection. There is no discounted rate for children. For single, triple, or quad occupancy, or for exact pricing and availability, please request a quote.
Tours Featuring This Route
First Passage to the West is the only passenger rail service through the Spiral Tunnels, travelling entirely in daylight over two days with an overnight stay in Kamloops. The route follows the original Canadian Pacific line, passing Craigellachie, where the railway’s last spike was driven in 1885. Living and working in the Rockies, our team has taken this journey ourselves and can offer firsthand guidance on choosing between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf Service.
