
First Passage to the West Excursion
A relaxing and unforgettable two-day journey onboard Rocky Mountaineer with a sightseeing motorcoach tour between Banff and Calgary.
Rocky Mountaineer Train
Motorcoach
Book now and save @price per couple on 2022 travel dates. Includes risk-free booking with Enhanced Flexibility. Offer expires June 30, 2022.
Book now and save @price per couple on 2022 travel dates. Includes risk-free booking with Enhanced Flexibility. Offer expires June 30, 2022.
Service Level
- SilverLeaf + Hotel
- GoldLeaf + Hotel
- GoldLeaf + Room Upgrade
Price Range
Coach Style
Window Style
Dining
Seating
Number of Hosts
Beverages
Snacks
Viewing Area
Storytelling
Baggage Delivery
Hotels
per person
Custom-designed single-level dome
Oversized glass-dome windows for taking in the spectacular views
Regionally-inspired meals served in the comfort of your seat
Reclining, comfortable pre-assigned seating with ample leg room
Attended by up to three Hosts
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks
Outdoor viewing area
Engaging Hosts with stories about historic sites, scenery, and wildlife
Luggage delivery to your overnight hotel accommodation in Whistler, Quesnel, and Kamloops
Comfortable accommodations with restaurants on the property or within walking distance.
per person
Bi-level dome with seating above and dining room below
Full glass-dome windows with panoramic views
Gourmet à la carte meals in the lower-level dining room
Reclining, comfortable pre-assigned seating with ample leg room
Attended by four Hosts, plus a full culinary team
Signature cocktails, premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks
Large exclusive outdoor viewing platform
Engaging Hosts with stories about historic sites, scenery, and wildlife
Luggage delivery to your overnight hotel accommodation in Whistler, Quesnel, and Kamloops
Luxurious hotel accommodations with premium room categories.
GOLDLEAF + HOTEL UPGRADE
Upgraded rooms throughout your journey. Guaranteed a larger room or superior view
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Guests
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Itinerary
Located steps from the highlights of the city, the Georgian Court Hotel is one of the finest boutique hotels in Vancouver, BC. Conveniently located just steps from BC Place Stadium, Rogers Arena, trendy Robson Street, and many of the city’s main attractions, the Georgian Court blends timeless style and service with modern elegance.
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea with the city’s famous shopping, business, arts, and entertainment districts just steps away.
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea with the city’s famous shopping, business, arts, and entertainment districts just steps away.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offers a mountain lodge hotel, a great steakhouse restaurant and a full service spa, all in one outstanding location. This ideal vacation spot is located on Banff Avenue, the main street in the town of Banff. Surrounded by mountains, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy.
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to our guests for more than 125 years. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a year-round luxury mountain resort that offers a championship golf course during the summer, the award winning European-style Willow Stream Spa, and authentically local dining experiences.
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to our guests for more than 125 years. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a year-round luxury mountain resort that offers a championship golf course during the summer, the award winning European-style Willow Stream Spa, and authentically local dining experiences.

Banff Gondola
The Banff Gondola is a spectacular eight-minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of the Banff townsite and its surrounding mountains.
Renowned for its genuine hospitality, the Delta Calgary Downtown is ideally located in downtown Calgary at the intersection of the city's business and cultural districts. Enjoy convenient access to all venues through the Calgary Skywalk system and public transportation, which makes exploring our city that much easier. When you return at the end of the day, expect the comforts of home.
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.
Renowned for its genuine hospitality, the Delta Calgary Downtown is ideally located in downtown Calgary at the intersection of the city's business and cultural districts. Enjoy convenient access to all venues through the Calgary Skywalk system and public transportation, which makes exploring our city that much easier. When you return at the end of the day, expect the comforts of home.
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.
Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.

Banff Minnewanka Lake Cruise
This magnificent interpretive lake cruise of Minnewanka and the scenic Canadian Rockies is just over one hour and provides unique photo opportunities unavailable elsewhere. Experienced crew will guide you through this rugged paradise richly steeped in history, native folklore and geology.
Lake Minnewanka is just a 15 minute drive from the town site of Banff along the Minnewanka Loop Drive, in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.
Banff Exclusive Interpretive Program
Explore the wonders of Lake Minnewanka with characters from the past and present. Immerse yourself in Stoney Nakoda traditions. Enjoy locally crafted Pine Tea as you make your own unique tea blend with ingredients that can be found within Banff National Park. Warm up by the fire as you sample traditional Bannock bread and an assortment of local jams. Join your guide for a short stroll along the shores of the “Lake of Spirits” and spirits from Minnewankas colourful past.

Banff Gondola
Climb Sulphur Mountain in a record-breaking eight minutes and get a bird's-eye view of six mountain ranges. Sorry, did we say 'climb'? We mean 'ascend in style' in your fully enclosed four-passenger gondola cabin!
The Banff Gondola is a spectacular eight-minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of the Banff townsite and its surrounding mountains.
The Banff Gondola is a spectacular eight-minute gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of the Banff townsite and its surrounding mountains.
Experience exceptional comfort and warm hospitality at the Elk + Avenue Hotel, located in downtown Banff, in the heart of Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy all the comforts of a modern hotel, including flat screen televisions, fitness facility, indoor whirlpool and dry cedar sauna.
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to our guests for more than 125 years. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a year-round luxury mountain resort that offers a championship golf course during the summer, the award winning European-style Willow Stream Spa, and authentically local dining experiences.
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, the world famous Fairmont Banff Springs hotel stands as a landmark in the alpine town of Banff, Alberta. Canada's "Castle in the Rockies" has been providing legendary hospitality to our guests for more than 125 years. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a year-round luxury mountain resort that offers a championship golf course during the summer, the award winning European-style Willow Stream Spa, and authentically local dining experiences.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Kamloops accommodation. Your accommodation in Kamloops will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.
Located steps from the highlights of the city, the Georgian Court Hotel is one of the finest boutique hotels in Vancouver, BC. Conveniently located just steps from BC Place Stadium, Rogers Arena, trendy Robson Street, and many of the city’s main attractions, the Georgian Court blends timeless style and service with modern elegance.
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea with the city’s famous shopping, business, arts, and entertainment districts just steps away.
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea with the city’s famous shopping, business, arts, and entertainment districts just steps away.
What's Included

Activities & Tours
- National Parks Pass
- Banff Gondola
- Banff Minnewanka Lake Cruise
- Banff Exclusive Interpretive Program
- Banff Gondola
- National Parks Pass

Dining

Travel & Transport
- 2 days Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service
- Luggage handling and rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Banff

Accommodations
- 4 nights hotel: Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff and Calgary
- 4 nights hotel: Calgary, Banff, Kamloops and Vancouver
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Hours of Operation
Monday to Thursday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm PST
Friday: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm PST
Saturday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm PST
Sunday: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm PST