See the Canadian Rockies the Way They were Meant to be Seen
Experience 8 Spectacular Days of Mountains, Glaciers, Turquoise Lake & an Unforgettable Journey Aboard Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound
Travel Dates: May 30 – June 6, 2027
Total Access Travel is excited to announce an exciting adventure into the Canadian Rockies featuring some of Canada’s most breathtaking landscapes. We’ll start in Vancouver and end on the Rocky Moutaineer Eastbound while taking in spectacular sites such as Grouse Mountain, Stanley Park, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, the Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier and Peyto Lake.
You’ll stay in remarkable destinations, dine with fellow travelers and experience the Rockies like you’ve never seen before and from viewpoints that you cannot appreciate from the air interstate.
8 Days | 13 Meals | 7 Breakfasts | 2 Lunches | 4 Dinners
Trip total for two is $20,316. This includes the air, the tour, the train, several meals and travel insurance.
Why You’ll Love this Canadian Rockies Adventure
Ready for a relaxing vacation where you can slow down and enjoy the sites? On this escorted group travel trip with Total Access Travel, you’ll travel through landscapes that change from coastal forests and lush valleys to deep river canyons, glaciers and towering mountain peaks. Move over, you’ll get to take in the beautiful waters of Lake Louise and spend the night in the heart of Banff National Park. All while riding one of the world’s most celebrated rails experiences.
Day 1: Welcome to Vancouver, British Colombia
We begin our adventures in beautiful Vancouver. Since groups will be arriving at different times throughout the day, you’re able to get settled in and venture out and explore the city on your own. Dinner is on you this evening and is a great opportunity to explore Vancouver’s vibrant culinary scene.
Day 2: Vancouver from the Mountains to the Waterfront
Our first full day, we’ll be traveling in an enclosed gondola to the top of Grouse Mountain where you’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast at the peak! You’ll experience gorgeous views from every direction. While here, we’ll join a ranger and meet two grizzlies that were rescued in 2001. Later, we’ll visit Stanley Park, Canada’s renowned urban rainforest. We’ll follow the famous seawall and experience everything from the mountains and beaches to historic landmarks, gardens and scenery along the coast. Before the day ends, we’ll stop at Granville Island Public Market where you can peruse and shop artisan foods, handmade goods and more. Tonight, you’ll want to dine with fellow travelers at a local restaurant.
Day 3: All Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
This day, we’ll travel from Vancouver to Kamloops aboard the famous Rocky Mountaineer. You’ll enjoy fantastic views from this domed coach as we travel through the green farmlands of Fraser Valley and toward the majestic Coast Mountains. This dramatic scenery offers deep green forests, rushing river canyons and snowcapped peaks. We’ll follow Fraser River to the raging white waters of Hell’s Gate below. All of this gives way to the semi-arid desert terrain approaching Kamloops. This night, you’ll leave the train for an overnight stay before continuing east.
Included today: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4: More of the Canadian Rockies
Today, we venture from Kamloops to Lake Louise, journeying through the century-old Spiral Tunnels along the powerful Kicking Horse River and across the Continental Divide all throughout the Rocky Mountains. You’ll want to make sure to have your cameras handy as you’re likely to see a lot of wildlife including moose, elk, bighorn sheep, osprey, eagles and the occasional bear.
After two amazing days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, we’ll arrive at the wonder of Lake Louise. Tonight, you’ll settle into the renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, beautifully situated along the banks of the lake and enjoy dinner at one of its many restaurants.
Included today: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Lake Louise and Beautiful Banff
Upon waking up, you’ll have time to explore, appreciate the gorgeous turquoise waters and relax at Lake Louise before departing for Banff. As we head towards this spectacular destination, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive featuring Bow Falls and Surprise Corner both famous for their panoramic views. And we’ll meet a local ammolite specialist and learn more about this colorful and rare gemstone only found in Alberta.
Once we arrive in Banff, you’ll have the afternoon to explore the many shops and restaurants in its quaint and charming downtown. Take a leisurely walk, enjoy the scenery and bask in relaxation before you settle into the legendary “Castle in the Rockies,” better known as Faimont Banff Springs in the heart of Banff National Park.
Included Today: Breakfast
Day 6: Icefields Parkway, Glaciers & Lakes
This day brings a choice of two extraordinary experiences where you can:
- Travel across the massive Athabasca Glacier and explore a 1,000-foot-thick expanse of glacial ice, or;
- Step onto a glass-floored observation platform and take in breathtaking views over Sunwapta Valley on the Columbia Icefield Walk.
You’ll also visit Bow Lake, a crystal-clear lake fed by Bow Glacier with time to enjoy the shoreline and take plenty of photos. On the way back to Banff, we’ll also make a stop at Peyto Lake. You’ll definitely want to make sure your camera is fully charged on this day!
Included Today: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Banff to Calgary
You’ll be able to enjoy another leisurely morning before we venture to Calgary. Along the way, we’ll stop at Cave and Basin National Historic Site where protected land ultimately helped lead to the creation of Canada’s first national park. Then, it’s onto Calgary, a vast city where western heritage meets a modern skyline. Here, we’ll have a special farewell dinner to celebrate a fun and memorable journey featuring mountains, trains, glaciers, lakes and gorgeous scenery.
Included today: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Calgary & Journey Home
After you’ve enjoyed breakfast, your time with a guided group tour with Total Access Travel will come to an end. You’ll head home with amazing photos, fun stories, new friendships and memories of some of the most remarkable landscapes in North America.
Included today: Breakfast
Your 8-Day Canadian Rockies Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1: Arrive in Vancouver, British Columbia
Day 2: Grouse Mountain • Stanley Park • Granville Island
Day 3: Rocky Mountaineer • Vancouver to Kamloops
Day 4: Rocky Mountaineer • Kamloops to Lake Louise • Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 5: Lake Louise • Bow Falls • Banff • Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 6: Icefields Parkway • Athabasca Glacier or Columbia Icefield Skywalk • Bow Lake • Peyto Lake
Day 7: Banff • Cave and Basin National Historic Site • Calgary • Farewell Dinner
Day 8: Breakfast • Tour Ends in Calgary
Your Canadian Rockies & Rocky Mountaineer Adventure Awaits! This trip is anticipated to fill quickly and we don’t want you to miss out. Reserve your space and travel with us May 30 – June 6, 2027!