Rocky Mountaineer Itinerary: Vancouver to Jasper

Take in the stunning contrast of urban skylines and majestic mountain ranges on a journey through Western Canada. Travel in style aboard the Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf service, the pinnacle of luxury, from Vancouver to Jasper. Begin your adventure in the stunning city of Vancouver before being swept into the heart of the Rockies. Stroll through Jasper’s inviting townsite and marvel at the serene lakes and unspoiled wilderness that surround you.

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Jasper is over 11,000 square kilometres, making it the largest national park in the rockies

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What’s Included

We design unforgettable and luxurious journeys just for you. Our bespoke trips include:

Optional Add Ons:

Additional pre or post night stays in Vancouver and Jasper, with many available activities including: 

Itinerary

Arrive in Vancouver  

Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver! Begin your adventure through the West Coast by exploring this scenic city at your own leisure. We recommend a city tour, bike ride through Stanley Park, or food tour at charming Granville Island to start off the trip. Vancouver has activities for all interests, including visiting historic Gastown, dining in lively Yaletown, or taking a ferry trip to the “Garden City” of Victoria. No matter what you choose to do, the beautiful Coast Mountains and Pacific Ocean will always surround you.

 
Suggested Hotel: Pan Pacific Hotel 

Kamloops

Travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. Your train journey takes you through dramatic changes in scenery, including lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, desert-like landscapes, forests, and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains. Highlights of the day include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River!

 
Suggested hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton

Jasper

Continue your travels eastward to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Pass by wondrous views as you follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide. Highlights include Mount Robson standing at 3,954 metres, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, followed by Pyramid Falls and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park.

While in Jasper, enjoy a choice of activities suited to your preference, including a SkyTram, wildlife tour, or boat tour to Maligne Lake. In the afternoon, experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Jasper National Park on a half-day guided sightseeing tour, where you’ll explore stunning landscapes, spot wildlife, and visit iconic landmarks.

 
Suggested Hotel: Forest Park Hotel

Depart From Jasper 

We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.

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