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Five Ways to Make Your Rocky Mountaineer Adventure Even More Amazing

Just because the train has stopped rolling, there’s no need for the adventure to stop! Rocky Mountaineer works with local tour companies to curate custom vacation packages in each destination, making it easy to continue exploring using Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper or Vancouver as your base. Here are four great ways to keep your journey going.

1.  Explore more in the national parks: A tourwill help you make the most of your vacation time. Spend the day exploring the highlights of Banff or Jasper national parks, explore the wild beauty of Maligne Lake, or take a walk on the Athabasca glacier.

2.  See the Rockies from the sky: Take in the view from up above with a panoramic helicopter tour, giving you a dramatic appreciation for the rugged landscapes of the Canadian Rockies.

3.  Explore Vancouver’s North Shore: Sway your way across the Capilano Suspension Bridge and walk among the treetops before heading up to Grouse Mountain to see the resident grizzly bears and enjoy the stunning views back to downtown Vancouver.

4.  Grab some island time: Take a trip over to Vancouver Island to visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, and the charming capital city of Victoria. .

Rocky Mountaineer: A Feast for the Senses

Your taste for adventure isn’t the only thing that’s indulged on a Rocky Mountaineer train journey. Travelling between Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies, what you’ll find on your plate is almost as impressive as what’s outside the glass-dome windows. Delicious multi-course breakfasts and lunches are served onboard each day you’re on the train, created by Rocky Mountaineer’s professional culinary team. 

Those travelling in GoldLeaf Service head downstairs to the dedicated dining room for meals, while those in SilverLeaf Service are served right at the seat. Breakfast onboard is taken seriously—you have a full day of “oohing” and “ahhing” to prepare for—and could include options such as a smoked salmon and egg scramble or cinnamon French toast with Canadian maple syrup, all served with freshly baked pastries and seasonal fruit. At lunch, you might find yourself making the tough choice between Alberta beef and wild Pacific salmon. Luckily for you, every choice is the right one. 

Much of the inspiration for the menus comes from what you’ll see along the way, with fresh ingredients sourced seasonally from British Columbia and Alberta. In fact, some routes pass right by the farms that supply Rocky Mountaineer, such as Desert Hills Ranch in Ashcroft, just west of Kamloops. To complement your meals (or just your conversation), premium British Columbia wines from the Okanagan Valley are also served onboard, along with local craft beer. Together with gourmet snacks served throughout the journey, the wine, beer and high-end spirits are all complimentary—and all perfect for toasting your adventure.