Spectacular two-day, all-daylight scenic rail trip between Vancouver, BC and Banff/Calgary, Alberta combines outdoor sightseeing, escorted tours and overnights in grand resorts.
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- Rundlestone Lodge
- Buffalo Mountain Lodge
- Hidden Ridge Resort
- Charlton's Cedar Court
- Bow View Motor Lodge
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- Tunnel Mountain Resort
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- Sunshine Village Resort
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- Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
- Driftwood Inn
- Spruce Grove Inn
- Banff Voyager Inn
- Best Western Siding 29 Lodge
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- Shadow Lake Lodge
- Thea's House
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- Big Horn Bed & Breakfast
- Johnston Canyon Resort
- Storm Mountain Lodge & Cabins
- Homestead Inn
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- Banff Mountain Thyme B&B
- Treetops Banff Bed and Breakfast
- Mountain Home Bed and Breakfast
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attractions in Banff
Attraction type: Scenic railroad
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- Jun 23, 2008 "A Pinch Me Vacation"
- Jun 21, 2008 "A wonderful experience"
- Jun 19, 2008 "Great trip but poor after sales customer service"
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Location Details: Directions: 5 minute drive (1.5 miles) southwest of Banff. From downtown take Banff Ave south across Bow River, then a left on Cave Ave. Take a right on Mountain Ave and follow that
Attraction type: Tram
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- Jun 15, 2008 "nice view -- and we saw bighorn sheep!"
- May 7, 2008 "Fantastic Views!"
- Jan 1, 2008 "Spectacular views!"
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Attraction type: Spa
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- Jan 25, 2008 "So Good!"
- Jan 11, 2008 "Oh my."
- Nov 5, 2007 "Wonderful Spa"
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Attraction type: National park; Tour
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- Jun 20, 2008 "Bad day, I hope things are better for others."
- Jun 19, 2008 "Horseback riding trip dangerous"
- May 26, 2008 "Problems during thaw."
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Attraction type: Tour
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- May 16, 2008 "Awesome"
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In 1902, journalist Norman Luxton moved to Banff and soon made himself an indispensible part of the community. He became the publisher of the local newspaper and opened a curio shop which specialized...
Attraction type: Natural history museum; History museum
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- May 11, 2004 "Highlight of visit to Banff"
- Aug 23, 2003 "Very worthwhile"
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Like snow? Come to the biggest glacial field in the northern hemisphere.
Attraction type: Geological formation
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- Jun 15, 2008 "What other time are you going to get a chance to walk on a glacier"
- Jul 15, 2007 "Must see"
- Aug 1, 2006 "Different"
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Attraction type: Horseback riding stable
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- Jul 15, 2007 "Great trip"
- Feb 17, 2007 "Sleigh Ride for Two"
- Oct 27, 2006 "Best Trip Ever!"
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Museum housing stuffed wildlife that was once hunted in Banff National Park.
Attraction type: Natural history museum
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- Sep 11, 2005 "A Good Rainy Day Option"
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Location Details: Directions: 5 minute drive (1.5 miles) northwest of Banff. From downtown take Mount Norquay Rd north towards the Trans Canada Hwy. For the Fenland Trail look for the parking area to
Attraction type: Lake
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- Jun 11, 2007 "Beautiful Vermillion Lakes"
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Attraction type: Waterfall
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- Jan 1, 2008 "Scenic waterfall"
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Attraction type: Hiking trail
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- Nov 2, 2006 "Excellent Walk"
- Jun 25, 2006 "Highlight of my Canadian vacation"
- Sep 19, 2004 "Highly rewarding hike!"
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Designed by the late Stanley Thompson, this challenging 6,729-yard, 27-hole course offers scenic thrills and golf challenges throughout its "Stanley Thompson 18" and "The Tunnel 9" courses.
Attraction type: Golf course
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- Dec 13, 2004 "Better, but not as good."
- Aug 11, 2004 ""FORE""
- Aug 3, 2004 "Stunning....."
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Attraction type: Bar/club
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- Dec 29, 2006 "Fantastic Bar"
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Banff National Park's largest waterway.
Attraction type: Lake; Group tour/boat
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- May 28, 2008 "Interesting trip"
- Jan 1, 2008 "A little disappointing"
- Jul 15, 2007 "Go fishing"
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Attraction type: Bar/club
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- Jul 20, 2007 "Excellent dinner in a "cowboy" atmosphere"
- Mar 3, 2007 "Great live music"
- Jun 25, 2006 "Refused entrance"
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Attraction type: Art gallery
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- Apr 28, 2002 "canada house gallery"
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Scenic ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking view of Banff National Park.
Attraction type: Tram
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- Jun 30, 2008 "canada,beatiful,awsome."
- Jul 9, 2005 "Magnificient and great view!"
- Dec 21, 2004 "Great views at the top!"
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