Discover the award winning Rocky Mountaineer. This luxurious train travels by daylight through the wild beauty of Canada's West and is the best way to experience the majestic Canadian Rockies - an iconic travel experience known around the world.  

Reservations: Get a custom travel quote today, call 1-866-446-4522 or visit your AAA travel branch.

2012 AAA Member Benefit

Onboard credit good for merchandise like logo items, hats, books, maps, and more.

$25 SilverLeaf Service package

$35 GoldLeaft Service packge.

You must ask for the AAA Member Benefit when you book with your AAA travel agent.

*per person, for package tour 3 nights or longer.

Stay and Play FREE Just a Little Bit Longer*

When you book a qualifying 2012 vacation of 6 nights or more Jan. 3 - March 31, 2012, you'll get a FREE additional hotel night in Vancouver, plus your choice of a FREE dinner in the Rockies or a sightseeing tour. So, stay and play a little longer while you discover an award winning rail journey with Rocky Mountaineer.

Don't miss out, book: January 3 - March 31, 2012

Itinerary

Day 1 - Vancouver. Arrive for an overnight stay.

Day 2 - Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)

Day 3 - Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon,

the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B,L)

Day 4 - Your Classic First Passage to the West Vacation ends this morning with checkout from your Banff hotel.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Vancouver. Arrive for an overnight stay.

Day 2 - Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)

Day 3 - Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B,L)

Day 4 - Enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Overnight in Calgary.

Day 5 - Your Canadian Rockies Excursion vacation ends with checkout from your Calgary hotel.

Itinerary

Day 1 Vancouver – arrive for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is on your own to explore.

Day 2 Enjoy a six-hour sightseeing tour of Vancouver's spectacular North Shore. Next, visit Grouse Mountain (gondola admission included), the Peak of Vancouver, and take in breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)

Day 4 Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B,L)

Day 5 A full-day tour takes you through the magnificent Canadian Rockies. The highlight of your day is a 25-minute helicopter flight above six glaciers. You will also view a 270-metre (900-foot) waterfall, see some spectacular aqua-green high alpine lakes and cross over a 2,700-metre (9,000-foot) mountain pass. Enjoy a visit to a local ranch, where you will have lunch at your leisure. Overnight in Lake Louise. (L)

Day 6 Tour through breathtaking mountain scenery today. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Continue on to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies, before your transfer to Calgary. Overnight in Calgary.

Day 7 Calgary departure– your trip ends this morning with check-out from your hotel. 

Itinerary

Day 1 Vancouver – arrive for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is on your own to explore

Day 2 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)

Day 3  Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B,L)

Day 4  Spend the entire day exploring Banff National Park on your own. Optional activities include a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff’s historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or playing a round of golf at The Fairmont Banff Springs (additional costs). Overnight in Banff.

Day 5  Enjoy a half-day tour into Yoho National Park. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. For the remainder of the afternoon enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in Lake Louise.

Day 6   Enjoy a full-day motorcoach tour along the Icefields Parkway. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield you will take a ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Continue through the magnificent Canadian Rockies to Cline River for the highlight of the afternoon, a 25-minute helicopter flightseeing tour above six glaciers. A visit to a local ranch and BBQ lunch is also included. Your tour ends late afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise. (L)

Day 7  Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A trip on the Banff Gondola is included. Continue on to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies, before your transfer to Calgary. Overnight in Calgary.

Day 8   Your Canadian Rockies Adventures vacation ends with checkout from your Calgary hotel.

Itinerary

Day 1  Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 Enjoy a six-hour sightseeing tour of Vancouver's spectacular North Shore. Next, visit Grouse Mountain (gondola admission included), the Peak of Vancouver, and take in breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B,L)

Day 4 Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Banff. (B.L)

Day 5 This morning travel to Kananaskis for a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. After your helicopter ride you will explore Banff on a sightseeing tour. Highlights include visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Banff.

Day 6 A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its wonders. Among the places of interest are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Upon arrival in Lake Louise, the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight in Lake Louise.

Day 7 Tour Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield you will take a ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 8 Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Quesnel. Highlights include the Rocky Mountain Trench, Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass, Moose Lake and the Fraser River. Overnight in Quesnel. (B,L)

Day 9 Your journey continues south today through breathtaking and varied scenery to Whistler. 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. Overnight in Whistler. (B,L;

Day 10 Enjoy the day exploring this exciting four-season resort on your own. Walk through the charming village, take a ride on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola (not included) or soar from tree to tree on a zipline adventure (not included). Overnight in Whistler.

Day 11The morning is free to explore Whistler Village at your leisure. This afternoon return to Vancouver on the Rocky Mountaineer. Highlights include the Cheakamus Canyon, the dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, Brandywine Falls and breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. On arrival at the North Vancouver train platform, you will be transferred to your accommodation in downtown Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 12 Vancouver departure– your trip ends this  morning with check-out from your hotel.   

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