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2025 First Passage to the West 2 Day Rail (Westbound)
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Banff Aerial View | Credit: Paul Zizka / Banff & Lake Louise Tourism
First Passage To The West | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer
Fraser Canyon | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer
Onboard SilverLeaf Service | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer
Thompson River | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer
Onboard Host | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer
Canada

2025 First Passage to the West 2 Day Rail (Westbound) (Tour code: 13615)

Starts and Ends
Banff to
Vancouver
Travel Periods
16 Apr 25 - 12 Oct 25
Experience
Travel Style
Rail Holiday Packages
Travel through the Spiral Tunnels, traverse the Continental Divide, and be inspired as you wind through mountain passes and canyons.

Highlights

Enjoy spacious reclining seats, gourmet meals, and complimentary beverages, all while soaking in the breathtaking scenery

Oversized windows that provide uninterrupted views of the breathtaking landscapes

Marvel at the towering snow-capped peaks, pristine alpine lakes, and dense evergreen forests that stretch as far as the eye can see

Witness the train navigate through the Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park

2 days
From
AUD 2,762
per person, twin share
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All services are subject to availability.

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Overview

Travel between the Canadian Rockies' glacier and snow-capped peaks through breathtaking mountain tunnels, along rocky lakeshores, and across the Interior's ranchlands. Highlights include the Canadian Pacific Railway's final spike being driven at Craigellachie, the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, and Rogers Pass. You will experience a dramatic change in landscape as you travel west, from the Interior's desert-like setting through winding river canyons and pristine forests to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the Fraser Valley's verdant fields. Visit Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon, with its raging waters and the cliffs and rock sheds that line the Thompson River.

Inclusions

2 days Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service
1 night in Kamloops
2 breakfasts and 2 lunches onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Rail station transfers in Banff, Kamloops and Vancouver
Luggage handling in Kamloops
Service gratuity for the onboard team

Rail Onboard Rocky Mountaineer - SilverLeaf Service

Picture yourself onboard the world’s leading luxury rail experience. From the moment you set foot onboard, experience hosts that will go above and beyond to make your journey as comfortable as it is unforgettable. The custom-designed glass-dome coaches provide you with panoramic views – or get a bit closer by stepping into the outdoor viewing area. See the sights by day, sleep in a hotel at night. With Rocky Mountaineer, you get the best of both worlds: maximum views, and maximum comfort.

SilverLeaf Service Inclusions:

  • Breakfast and lunch served in the comfort of your seat
  • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks
  • Reclining, comfortable pre-assigned seating
  • Attended by up to three Hosts, plus one culinary team member
  • Luggage handling
  • Small outdoor viewing platform
  • Custom-designed single-level dome
Breakfast, Lunch
Onboard Rocky Mountaineer - SilverLeaf Service
SilverLeaf Service | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer a SilverLeaf Service Host

Day 1 Rocky Mountaineer: Banff Kamloops

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at Banff Station at 7:30am MT (Mountain Time). Enjoy the spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior.

Today's highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass, and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Arrival in Kamloops between 6:30pm and 8:00pm PT (Pacific Time). Spend the evening exploring the city of Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room.

Overnight in Kamloops

Breakfast, Lunch
Rocky Mountaineer: Banff → Kamloops
Kamloops

Day 2 Rocky Mountaineer: Kamloops Vancouver

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train at the Kamloops Station at 7:30am PT (Pacific Time).

On today's journey west, you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. You will arrive in Vancouver between 6:00pm and 7:30pm PT (Pacific Time). Your package ends upon arrival to Vancouver.

Breakfast, Lunch
Rocky Mountaineer: Kamloops → Vancouver
Vancouver

Optional Extras

GoldLeaf Upgrade

Features of GoldLeaf Service:

  • Bi-level dome with seating above and dining 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 up to four Hosts, plus a full culinary team
  • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks included
  • Large exclusive outdoor viewing platform
  • Engaging Hosts with stories about historic sites, scenery and wildlife

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or contact us for details.

Additional information

Official language
French & English
Local currency
Canadian Dollars

2025 Departures

  • April - 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
  • May - 4, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29
  • June - 1, 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 25, 26, 29
  • July - 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 20, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
  • August - 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 31
  • September - 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28
  • October - 1, 5, 8, 12

Excluded

  • International airfares and taxes
  • Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
  • Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
  • Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
  • Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.)
  • Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
  • Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package

FAQs

Who are Entire Travel Group?

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Entire Travel Group is proudly Australian family owned and operated and as it stands today represents 50 years of experience, progress, and evolution. We proudly support the community with our long-term commitment to many important charity organisations. We were awarded the best operator in our class at the most recent National Travel Industry Awards.

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Entire Travel Group is both ATAS and CATO Accredited. ATAS is actively administered by the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) is the trade association representing the land supply sector of the Australian Travel Industry.

Does Entire Travel Group have industry awards?

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As our team works tirelessly to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, it was exciting to have this acknowledged with the highest recognition. The award is also a testament to the quality of our partners around the globe, and we take this opportunity to thank them for their tremendous support of our customers.

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What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?

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Look for packages with our Peace of Mind Booking Plan logo on the website.

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The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.

  • Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day in the itinerary.
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Can you book my international airfares?

On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.

However, on the majority of our Holiday Packages, we do not include international flights.

We found that many customers may prefer to:

  • Travel on a specific airline of their choice
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We are able to assist with flights on any Holiday Package, so please just notify us during the Book Now process or contact our team.

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What should I do before travelling?

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