7 Day Winter Semi Guided Tour VIA Rail from Vancouver to Calgary
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Vancouver, Canada
7 days (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Mandarin
Overview
Journey across Western Canada on this 7-day adventure from Vancouver to Calgary, starting with an overnight VIA Rail experience across peaceful winter landscapes. Enjoy time to explore Jasper at your own pace before traveling along the legendary Icefields Parkway to Banff. Each day brings classic winter sights—turquoise lakes, frozen canyons, snowy peaks, and charming mountain towns. Stays are arranged in well-selected boutique hotels in Jasper and Banff for comfort and atmosphere. Travelers can also enjoy free time at Lake Louise Ski Resort with optional ski activities. It’s a cozy, flexible, and beautifully paced winter escape in the Rockies.
[Important Note]: Free admission applies to Parks Canada sites from December 12, 2025 to January 15, 2026. A refund of CAD 7 per person per day will be issued on tour for days that include national park visits.
What's Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- VIA Rail Economy Ticket: Vancouver to Jasper (one-way)；National Park Pass
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Optional gratuities (suggest 15cad per person per day)
- Hotel accommodations as listed
- Winter Banff Gondola
- Driver/Guide: Bilingual guide service ( English and Mandarin during the tour)
- Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
- Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary
What To Expect
Day 1
Vancouver - VIA National Rail (No Westar tour guide service on this day, it is a self-guided tour)
1 Stop
Day 2
VIA National Rail - Jasper (No Westar tour guide service on this day, it is a self-guided tour)
1 Stop
Day 3
Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Banff (No Westar tour guide service on this day, it is a self-guided tour)
1 Stop
Day 4
Banff – Johnston Canyon Upper Falls – Bow Falls – Surprise Corner – Banff Gondola – Banff
6 Stops
Day 5
Banff - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Icefield Parkway - Vermillion Lake - Lake Minnewanka - Two Jack Lake - Banff
7 Stops
Day 6
Banff - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Lake Louise - Lunch at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise - Marble Canyon - Banff
5 Stops
Day 7
Lake Louise Ski Resort Free Exploration (optional ski lessons & equipment available)-Drop off Banff/Calgary
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Depending on arrival date, travelers’ itinerary sequences may difference from the product discription.
- Any of the Optional add-on Activities, Excursion, Tours, and meals must be booked at least 7 days prior to tour start. All add-on items are subject the availability.
- This is a combined bus tour. Besides the regular Pickup and drop-off locations, additional points may be added to the tour.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a “Letter of Liability Release”, no exceptions.
- If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
- If you have a connecting international flight after the tour, please ensure that your flight departs after 10:30 pm.（**Please understand that depending on schedule, traffic and weather conditions, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **）
- The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- Westar will not be responsible for the performance of this Agreement if prevented or delayed by acts of God, strikes or other labour relations matters, accidents, weather, traffic, airport conditions, lack of performance by third-party suppliers, or other causes beyond Westar’s reasonable control from meeting its terms. Nor will Westar be responsible for any loss or damage relating to trip cancellations or any other cancellations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 7 Day Winter Semi Guided Tour VIA Rail from Vancouver to Calgary?
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Activity code: C-180217P64
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Vancouver customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the 7 Day Winter Semi Guided Tour VIA Rail from Vancouver to Calgary?
A:Apr 2025
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- VIA Rail Economy Ticket: Vancouver to Jasper (one-way)；National Park Pass.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Optional gratuities (suggest 15cad per person per day).
- Hotel accommodations as listed.
- Winter Banff Gondola.
- Driver/Guide: Bilingual guide service ( English and Mandarin during the tour).
The following is NOT included:
- Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
- Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the 7 Day Winter Semi Guided Tour VIA Rail from Vancouver to Calgary is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 7 Day Winter Semi Guided Tour VIA Rail from Vancouver to Calgary will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Vancouver. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- VIA Rail Economy Ticket: Vancouver to Jasper (one-way)；National Park Pass
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Optional gratuities (suggest 15cad per person per day)
- Hotel accommodations as listed
- Winter Banff Gondola
- Driver/Guide: Bilingual guide service ( English and Mandarin during the tour)
- Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
- Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Depending on arrival date, travelers’ itinerary sequences may difference from the product discription.
- Any of the Optional add-on Activities, Excursion, Tours, and meals must be booked at least 7 days prior to tour start. All add-on items are subject the availability.
- This is a combined bus tour. Besides the regular Pickup and drop-off locations, additional points may be added to the tour.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a “Letter of Liability Release”, no exceptions.
- If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
- If you have a connecting international flight after the tour, please ensure that your flight departs after 10:30 pm.（**Please understand that depending on schedule, traffic and weather conditions, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **）
- The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- Westar will not be responsible for the performance of this Agreement if prevented or delayed by acts of God, strikes or other labour relations matters, accidents, weather, traffic, airport conditions, lack of performance by third-party suppliers, or other causes beyond Westar’s reasonable control from meeting its terms. Nor will Westar be responsible for any loss or damage relating to trip cancellations or any other cancellations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
