3 independent reviews for Western Canada holiday, rail and Rockies
Reviews for Western Canada holiday, rail and Rockies
Lawrence Miller review 21 Feb 2026
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Rocky mountaineer was a wonderful experience- the views, the service - all exceptional. The drive between Banff and Jasper was just incredible. All the activities were great and really added to the experience.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Just do it! All the activities/excursions really enhanced the whole holiday and were all different, and were all of great quality. Leave plenty of time to travel from Tofino back to the ferry.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. Long beach lodge in Tofino made a very obvious effort to be carbon neutral. All activities were led by local people who stressed the need to consider the environment at all times. The national parks were wonderful.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Mind-blowing It was meant to be a holiday of a lifetime to celebrate a special birthday and more than lived up to that. Truly exceptional, in every aspect.Sara Callarman review 16 May 2024
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Walking on frozen lakes and in the snow on Sulphur mountain.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Prepare for all weather and make sure you get your deposit back from hotels.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Mostly it did. Some hotels support recycling and all the trails tell you how to look after nature4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Well planned and good hotels. You can't rely on the weather here but we were very lucky most of the time.Ray Kelly review 26 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Wildlife tour in Jasper was the most memorable part - seeing magnificent animals in their natural habitat was breathtaking.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
We spent a lot of time fine tuning our requirements in advance, and our agent Simon built this into an itinerary which meant we didn't have to worry at all when we were on our holiday. every little detail was taken care of. Good planning ahead will lead to a stress-free holiday.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We travelled by train across two legs of our journey, which was environmentally beneficial. Fees from wildlife trips also support local conservation activities.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Wonderful. It truly was the trip of a lifetimeHoliday Reviews
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