Rocky Mountaineer: Rainforest to Gold Rush

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Service Options
Rocky Mountaineer offers up to 2 levels of service:
• RedLeaf
• GoldLeaf

Rocky Mountaineer does offer a SilverLeaf Service, however this is currently only available on First Passage to the West journeys between Vancouver, Banff and Calgary.

Whichever level of service you choose, you can be assured of warm, friendly service, wonderful food and stunning scenery – making it a journey of a lifetime.

RedLeaf Service:
Relax in your reclining seat and enjoy commentary and impeccable service provided by your Onboard Attendant. Scrumptious meals are served at your seat, so you won’t miss a moment of the breathtaking scenery.

RedLeaf Service includes:
• Unwind in a single level classic rail coach featuring roomy reclining seats
• Start off your rail journey with a morning toast
• Savour a selection of exceptional chilled breakfasts and lunches served at your seat, and a glass of complimentary wine or beer at lunch
• Relax with complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and snacks while being entertained by commentary from your Onboard Attendant
• Access the exclusive RedLeaf Lounge Car while travelling on the Rainforest to Gold Rush route
• Overnight in hotel accommodation in Quesnel (guests are required to pack an overnight bag)

GoldLeaf Service:
The luxury and comfort of Rocky Mountaineer’s award winning GoldLeaf Service is simply beyond compare. The two level glass domed GoldLeaf coach allows you to take in the dazzling vistas upstairs and enjoy gourmet meals downstairs. GoldLeaf is Rocky Mountaineer’s most popular service.

GoldLeaf Service includes:
• Relax and enjoy unparalleled panoramic views from our custom designed two level GoldLeaf dome coach
• Start off your rail journey with a morning toast
• Indulge in delectable gourmet hot breakfasts and lunches from our à la carte menu, served in the exclusive GoldLeaf dining room
• Sip on complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and savour gourmet snacks while listening to commentary from your Onboard Attendants
• Invigorate your senses in the fresh mountain air in a covered vestibule as you take countless photos of the unfolding dramatic scenery
• Overnight in hotel accommodation in Quesnel with luggage delivered to your hotel

Dining
Rocky Mountaineer may take you into the wilds of nature, but with the delicious meals there is no such thing as roughing it, prepare to indulge in gourmet cuisine made with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our celebrated chefs have created a sophisticated menu that delivers the distinctive flavours and aromas of Western Canada right to your table. All your delectable onboard meals are included.

Itineraries
There are 3 Rocky Mountaineer 2 day signature journeys, each offering the same quality on-board service with just a different stunning view out of the windows. The signature journeys are:
• Rainforest to Goldrush (Whistler – Jasper)
•  Journey through the Clouds (Vancouver – Jasper)
•  First Passage to the West (Vancouver – Banff/Calgary)

Your Rainforest to Gold Rush includes:
• 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer in your choice of RedLeaf Service or GoldLeaf Service
• Breakfast and lunch daily
• One night moderate accommodation in Quesnel
• Fuel surcharges
• GST/HST as applicable

Whistler to Jasper (Eastbound)
Day 1: Whistler to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley to the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacial-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Overnight: Quesnel.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 2: Quesnel to Jasper
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded to the north by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains and to the south by the Cariboo Mountains. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and through the Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Jasper to Whistler (Westbound)
Day 1: Jasper to Quesnel
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain resort of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench, with the steep Rocky and Cariboo mountains either side, and on to the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia’s northern interior. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass and Moose Lake. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Overnight: Quesnel.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 2: Quesnel to Whistler
Your journey continues south today to the four-season resort of Whistler. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon to the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacial-fed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in the resort town of Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games alpine events.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Full details regarding the itinerary for this journey are also available to download, simply click on the "Download Itinerary" button.

Departure Information

Whistler to Jasper
2012
May 21, 28
Jun 4, 11, 18, 25
Jul 2, 9, 16, 23
Aug 6, 13, 20, 27
Sep 3, 10, 17, 27

Jasper to Whistler
2012
May 16, 23, 30
Jun 6, 13, 20, 27
Jul 4, 11, 18, 25
Aug 8, 15, 22, 29
Sep 5, 12, 19

Whistler to Jasper
Day 1:
Boards Whistler: 7.10am (PT)
Arrives Quesnel: 7.30pm (PT)

Day 2:
Boards Quesnel: 7.10am (PT)
Arrives Jasper: 8.30pm (MT)

Jasper to Whistler
Day 1:
Boards Jasper: 6.55am (MT)
Arrives Quesnel: 6.30pm (PT)

Day 2:
Boards Quesnel: 7.10am (PT)
Arrives Whistler: 7.30pm (PT)

PT = Pacific Time
MT = Mountain Time

Additional Information
Check in time:
Check-in a minimum of 30 minutes prior to ensure luggage is checked and tagged to the final destination. The train normally departs within 30 minutes after boarding.

Quesnel Accommodation:
It is not possible to advise the specific hotel that guests will be allocated until we have received final documentation from Rocky Mountaineer.

Information for smokers:
There is no smoking onboard the Rocky Mountaineer; this includes the vestibules between coaches, observation car and the restroom facilities.

Arrivals and Departures:
Guests can receive a complimentary transfer to/from selected hotels

Whistler
Pick up/drop off hotel
• Fairmont Chateau Whistler
• Delta Whistler Village Suites
• Summit Lodge
• Hilton Whistler Crystal Lodge

Jasper
Pick up/drop off hotel
• Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
• Sawridge Inn
• Marmot Lodge
• Lobstick Lodge
• Whistlers Inn

Guests staying at other properties can meet at the closest hotel listed above for transfers.
Please do not arrange connecting transportation on the day of arrival in any city.
Passenger rail travel in Canada is subject to unforeseen delays. 

To Book
This product is not currently available to book through our online booking system.
To book, please contact one of our Rail Specialists on 1300 360 823 or email details of your requirements to info@railtickets.com.au

Terms and Conditions
Payment:
• A refundable deposit of $200 per person is required to confirm and Rocky Mountaineer 2-day service (i.e. First Passage to the West, Journey through the Clouds and Rainforest to Gold Rush). The deposit is refundable only if the journey requested is not available.
• A refundable deposit of $300 per person is required to confirm any Rocky Mountaineer vacation package (except cruise packages). The deposit is refundable only if the journey requested is not available.
• A refundable deposit of $700 per person is required to confirm any Rocky Mountaineer and Alaskan cruise vacation packages. The deposit is refundable only if the journey requested is not available.
• Full payment is required to confirm any service requested within 65 days of the travel date. Once any Rocky Mountaineer product is confirmed cancellation penalties will apply
• Balance of payment for Rocky Mountaineer and Alaskan cruise vacation packages is due no later than 80 days prior to departure date.
• Balance of payment for Rocky Mountaineer 2-day services and vacation packages (except cruise packages) is due no later than 65 days prior to departure date.

Cancellation and Administration Fees:
• Cancellation of cruise packages made more than 81 days prior to the departure date result in a loss of deposit paid; cancellations for Rocky Mountaineer 2-day services or vacation packages (except cruise packages) made more than 66 days prior to the departure date result in a loss of deposit paid.
• Cancellation of cruise packages made within 80 days prior to departure are completely non-refundable.
• Amendments made more than 66 days prior to the departure date incur an amendment fee of $50 per person; an amendment fee will not apply to the first change only if it is an addition or upgrade of service - charges will apply after this time. A change in train departure date is considered a cancellation and penalties will be calculated based on the date cancellation is advised.
• Cancellations made to rocky mountaineer 2-day services and vacation packages (except cruise packages) 51 - 65 days prior to departure date incur a cancellation penalty of 50% of the total package price; cancellations made within 50 days prior to departure are non-refundable.
• Amendments made 31 - 65 days prior to departure date incur an amendment fee of $100 per person.
• Amendments made 15 - 30 days prior to departure date incur an amendment fee of $150 per person.
• No changes are permitted less than 15 days prior to departure date, these requests are treated as a cancellation and 100% of a new fare must be paid.
• Any request for refunds must be directed in writing to Rail Tickets within 30 days of the final package travel date.  No refunds will be made because of airline delays, unused services or other acts beyond the control of Rocky Mountaineer.

Photo credit: Most images courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer © Rocky Mountaineer. Whistler image © Paul Morrison