Canadian Rockies by Rail and Trail

CANADIAN ROCKIES BY RAIL AND TRAIL

8 DAYS FROM $10,995

• Take in views of the Canadian Rockies from the glass-domed Rocky Mountaineer train. • Trek atop the powerful Athabasca Glacier with an expert guide. • Settle into iconic hotels, including the Fairmont Château Lake Louise.

DAYS 1–2 I VANCOUVER, CANADA/KAMLOOPS Explore the nature trails of Vancouver’s Stanley Park and take in views of the city’s skyline and Vancouver Harbour from the famous seawall. The next day, board the Rocky Mountaineer and enjoy breathtaking views en route to Kamloops. Wedgewood Hotel and Spa; Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops or Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–5 I JASPER NATIONAL PARK Journey into the Rockies, passing Pyramid Creek Falls and crossing the Continental Divide at Yellowhead Pass. Glide by Mount Robson, the tallest summit in the Canadian Rockies. Disembark in Jasper and continue to our lakeside lodge in Jasper National Park. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake, on the lookout for moose, elk, and caribou. The next day, enjoy a float trip along the Athabasca River, or ride the Jasper SkyTram to a lookout point. Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 6–8 I ATHABASCA GLACIER/BANFF NATIONAL PARK/YOHO NATIONAL PARK/ CALGARY Travel along the Icefields Parkway toward Banff National Park, stopping at the Athabasca Glacier for a guided trek atop the ice. Settle into our historic hotel on the shores of Lake Louise, and explore Banff and Yoho National Parks on a series of hikes. Discover Moraine Lake and Emerald Lake, and view the Spiral Tunnels of the Canadian Pacific Railway. At the Yoho National Park Visitor Centre, learn about the Burgess Shale, one of the most important fossil deposits ever discovered. Fairmont Château Lake Louise | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

Signature Land Light

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Kirt Kempter Geologist Kirt Kempter has led geological expeditions to Bryce, Zion, and Grand Canyon National Parks, and lectures frequently on national parks from the Canadian Rockies to the Grand Tetons. He has published numerous maps and articles on the geology of the American Southwest, and conducted fieldwork on a National Geographicfunded project. Find the departure(s) Kirt will join on our website.

INFORMATION

Dates: This expedition is offered from July through September. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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