Seattle and the Canadian Rockies Winter Discovery
9 Days
4 Destinations
Trip Itinerary
Discover the great city of Seattle as well as the gorgeous scenery and breathtaking landscapes of the snow-covered Canadian Rockies on this scenic rail journey! First, spend a night in Seattle, then explore the best of Vancouver and see amazing views of the city from hundreds of feet above the ground at the Vancouver Lookout. As you travel through the Canadian Rockies by rail, you’ll pass through places cars can’t go. View wildlife in their natural habitat in Jasper National Park. Journey to Banff in the heart of the Rockies and ride the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for amazing views of the winter wonderland that is the Canadian Rockies!

Welcome to the great city of Seattle! Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin discovering the 'Emerald City.' Check out the iconic Space Needle for 360-degree views of the entire city, picturesque Elliott Bay and the snow-capped Mt. Rainier in the distance. Explore other not to be missed attractions, including the Seattle Aquarium, Pike Place Market, the Great Wheel and much more. (Overnight in Seattle)
Accommodation Options

Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown

Hyatt Place Seattle Downtown

Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle

Denny Park Hotel

Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown

Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle

Board Amtrak's Cascades train this morning for the scenic and relaxing four-hour journey to Vancouver. Upon arrival in the city, travel on your own to your hotel and check in for a two-night stay. Begin exploring this unique city where the serene coast meets the soaring mountains. (Overnight in Vancouver)
Accommodation Options

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Vancouver-Downtown

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel

Hilton Vancouver Downtown

Fairmont Vancouver

Fairmont Waterfront

A full day of sightseeing awaits you today! With an included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour, you'll learn all about the city and its history with the live commentary. Feel free to hop off the tour and explore any sites in depth at your leisure such as Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, and more! (Overnight in Vancouver)
Accommodation Options

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Vancouver-Downtown

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel

Hilton Vancouver Downtown

Fairmont Vancouver

Fairmont Waterfront
Continue exploring Vancouver today, be sure to visit the Vancouver Lookout and check out the views from the observation deck showing you Coal Harbor, Gastown, Canada Place, the North Coast mountains and more! Tonight, board VIA Rail and after you settle in, head to the observation car for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies. (Overnight onboard VIA Rail)

Wake up on the train and relax in the observation car, taking in the beautiful landscapes and winter wonderland that passes you by as travel through the Canadian Rockies. Later this afternoon you'll arrive in Jasper. (Overnight in Jasper)
Accommodation Options

Chateau Jasper

Lobstick Lodge

Marmot Lodge

The Crimson Jasper

Tonquin Inn

Explore the spectacular Jasper National Park, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, and search for winter wildlife on your guided tour today. Your local guides know all the best places to spot wildlife and you are likely to see elk, deer, goats, moose and more! (Overnight in Jasper)
Accommodation Options

Chateau Jasper

Lobstick Lodge

Marmot Lodge

The Crimson Jasper

Tonquin Inn

This morning, depart Jasper for a scenic drive on the Icefields Parkway to Banff, one of the most beautiful towns in the Canadian Rockies. (Overnight in Banff)
Accommodation Options

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Fairmont Banff Springs

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Moose Hotel and Suites

Mount Royal Hotel

Today, you'll take a gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for one of the best views of the Canadian Rockies. From there, you can enjoy the snowy mountain vistas from six different mountain ranges, Bow Valley and more! It's the perfect ending to your Canadian Rockies Winter exploration. (Overnight in Banff)
Accommodation Options

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Fairmont Banff Springs

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Moose Hotel and Suites

Mount Royal Hotel
Check out of your hotel today and transfer from Banff to Calgary to continue your travels.

Trip Details
Trip Highlights
- Admission to the Seattle Space Needle
- Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver
- Admission to the Vancouver Lookout
- Winter Wildlife tour in Jasper National Park
- Admission to the Banff Gondola
What's Included
- One-way overnight VIA Rail® from Vancouver to Jasper on the Canadian®
- One-way Amtrak in Coach accommodations on the Cascades® from Seattle to Vancouver
- 1 night onboard VIA Rail
- 7 nights’ hotel accommodations
- Transfer from Jasper to Banff and Banff to Calgary