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The Best of Western Canada & Rocky Mountaineer

Tauck · 10 days

The Best of Western Canada & Rocky Mountaineer

Venture across Western Canada on a 10-day journey highlighted by a two-day journey aboard, Rocky Mountaineer, and bookended with stays in Calgary and Whistler.

The safari, in facts

OperatorTauck
Length10 days
RegionROCKIES
CountriesCanada
Departures1 listed · 2026-10-04 to 2026-10-04

Day by day

The route as the supplier files it. Ports and stops without a coordinate are still listed — they are calls, not gaps.
DayWhere
Day 1Calgary
Day 2Banff
Day 5Vancouver
Day 6Victoria
Day 8Whistler
Day 5Vancouver

Every departure

1 departure of this itinerary in the atlas. Dates come from the supplier feed and are refreshed nightly.
DepartsReturnsDaysShipOffer
2026-10-042026-10-1310—Yes

What the fare includes

  • All aboard! And you're off on a wilderness adventure that's steeped in scenic beauty accessible only by train, boat, float plane and Ice Explorer; rewarding with stays in luxury Fairmont hotels; and enriched by guided exploration with expert guides who introduce you to the gems of Western Canada. It all starts along the stunning shores of Lake Louise, where a three-night stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise indulges with the natural treasures of Banff National Park. View alpine wonders on a float trip on the Bow River, enjoy afternoon tea at the venerable Banff Springs Hotel, and explore the chic town of Banff as you wish. Drive along the incomparable Icefields Parkway for views of arctic wildlife, turquoise lakes, pristine glaciers, thundering waterfalls and towering peaks that defy comparison and ride a specially designed Ice Explorer atop a prehistoric glacier. Board the Rocky Mountaineer as you travel to Vancouver in premier Gold Leaf seats that pamper with head-turning vistas and First Class service, stopping overnight in Kamloops before ending your rail journey with a stay at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. A visit to Granville Island fly to Victoria Island aboard a float plane for a two-night stay at the waterfront Fairmont Empress where whale watching and a choice of sightseeing await. Ride a ferry back to Vancouver and drive to the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, experiencing unique cultural discoveries that make your last two nights memorable in every way.

Current offers

  • Tauck Bridges: Save When You Travel As A Group — through 2027-12-31 · Tauck Bridges family adventures are designed to bring generations together through enriching experiences, shared discoveries and seamless planning. From grandparents and parents to children and grandchildren, families can explore the world together while Tauck takes care of the details. When 8 guests travel together on the same departure, the 9th guest travels free — and groups of exactly 8 receive 50% off one guest’s fare. It’s an unforgettable way to celebrate life’s special moments while making the most of your time together.

Supplier offers, from the Virtuoso promotions feed. They stack with the advisor benefits on the booking rather than replacing them — how that works.

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