Canadian Rockies and Whistler (Westbound)

(4 nights/5 days)
Canadian Rockies and Whistler (Westbound) Tour Map
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Itinerary (also available in reverse)
Day Activities Overnight
1 Arrive in Jasper Jasper
2 Rocky Mountaineer to Quesnel Quesnel
3 Rocky Mountaineer to Whistler Whistler
4 Whistler Mountaineer to Vancouver Vancouver
5 Vacation ends  

Package Includes

  • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service
  • Whistler Mountaineer Coast Classic Experience
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 light meal (Reverse itinerary features 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches)
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation
  • Exclusive Attractions Pass
  • Rail station transfers in Jasper, Quesnel, Whistler and Vancouver

Not Included

  • Transportation to Jasper
  • Transportation from Vancouver
  • Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer and Whistler Mountaineer
  • Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff
  • Fuel surcharges
2009 Package Tour Start Dates:
Starts Vancouver (Eastbound)
Sundays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Starts Jasper (Westbound)
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

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Day 1 Jasper Arrival
Arrive in Jasper and spend time exploring this picturesque mountain resort at your leisure. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 2 Jasper to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain resort of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench, with the steep Rocky and Cariboo mountains either side, and on to the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia’s northern interior. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass and Moose Lake. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel. Overnight in Quesnel. B, L.

Day 3 Quesnel to Whistler
Your journey continues south today to the four-season resort of Whistler. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon to the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacial-fed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in the resort town of Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games alpine events. Overnight in Whistler. B, L.

Day 4 Whistler to Vancouver
The morning is free to explore Whistler Village at your leisure. This afternoon return to Vancouver onboard the Whistler Mountaineer through the stunning scenery of this “Sea to Sky” region. Highlights of the trip include the Cheakamus Canyon, the dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, Shannon Falls and breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. A light meal is served onboard. On arrival at the North Vancouver train platform, you will be transferred to your accommodation in downtown Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 5 Vancouver Departure
Your vacation ends with check-out from your Jasper hotel.

2009 Package Tour Prices inclusive of 2.5% GST
RedLeaf Service
Starts Jasper Starts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Rail Seat Upgrade per person Accommodation
06 May-29 May 07 May-26 May £890£695£668£462£490Jasper Lobstick Lodge, or similar
Whistler Delta Whistler Village Suites, or similar
Vancouver Holiday Inn Vancouver
Downtown, or similar
03 Jun-28 Sep 31 May-24 Sep £1080£835£779£556£490
02 Oct-07 Oct 29 Sep-08 Oct £890£695£668£462£490
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GoldLeaf Service
Starts Jasper Starts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
06 May-29 May 07 May-26 May £1670£1336£1280£1024Jasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, or similar
Whistler Nita Lake Lodge, or similar
Vancouver Sheraton Wall Centre, or similar
03 Jun-28 Sep 31 May-24 Sep £1893£1503£1425£1102
02 Oct-07 Oct 29 Sep-08 Oct £1637£1320£1275£1024
Modified American Plan tba
Fairmont Deluxe & GoldLeaf Service
Starts Jasper Starts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
06 May-29 May 07 May-26 May £1893£1447£1336£968Jasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Whistler Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Vancouver Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, or similar
03 Jun-28 Sep 31 May-24 Sep £2115£1609£1480£1057
02 Oct-07 Oct 29 Sep-08 Oct £1854£1431£1330£968
Modified American Plan tba