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Western Explorer (7 nights/8 days)XJGECOD
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Quesnel
Whistler
Kamloops
Victoria
Jasper
Calgary
Lake Louise
Columbia Icefield
Summit Helicopter Tour
Banff
Skagway Glacier Bay
Juneau
Ketchikan
Sitka
Seattle
Vancouver
BRITISH COLUMBIA BRITISH
COLUMBIA
ALBERTA ALBERTA
VANCOUVER
ISLAND
VANCOUVER
ISLAND 1
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Whistler Sea to Sky ClimbRainforest to Gold RushFirst Passage to the West
Journey through the CloudsMotorcoach
Eastbound Itinerary
Day Activities Overnight
1 Arrive in Vancouver Vancouver
2 Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops Kamloops
3 Rocky Mountaineer to Jasper Jasper
4 Jasper Highlights Tour Jasper
5 Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer Lake Louise
6 Yoho Park Tour. Transfer to Banff Banff
7 Banff Tour with Gondola and Summit Helicopter. Transfer to Calgary Calgary
8 Vacation ends in Calgary
Package Includes • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf, or RedLeaf Service • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches • 7 nights hotel accommodation • Vancouver Lookout • Jasper Highlights Tour • Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Jasper to Lake Louise • Yoho Park Tour, Lake Louise to Banff • Banff to Calgary Tour, including Banff Gondola • Summit Helicopter Flightseeing • Calgary Tower • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops and Jasper • Luggage handling and National Park Pass
Not Included • Transportation from Vancouver airport • Transportation to Calgary airport • Meals, other than specified • Activities, other than specified • Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff • Fuel surcharges • GST/HST as applicable
2013 Package Tour Start Dates: Starts Vancouver (Eastbound)
Mondays & Thursdays Apr 22 29 May 2 6 9 13 16 20 23 27 30 Jun 3 6 10 13 17 20 24 27 Jul 1 4 8 11 15 18 22 25 29 Aug 8 12 15 19 22 26 29 Sep 2 5 9 12 16 19 26 30
Day 1 Vancouver Arrival Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 2 Vancouver to Kamloops Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the BC Interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.
Day 3 Kamloops to Jasper Your journey continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will be surrounded by dramatic scenery as you follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Pyramid Falls, and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Your rail journey ends this evening on arrival in the resort town of Jasper. Overnight in Jasper. B, L.
Day 4 Jasper Highlights TourJasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and Canada’s largest National Park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home.The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 5 Jasper to Lake LouiseTravel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Day 6 Lake Louise to BanffThis morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. After lunch, a half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Please note: While departure from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your luggage will be stored upon checkout and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour departs.
Day 7 Banff to Calgary with Summit Helicopter Tour Today you will enjoy a full-day tour concluding in Calgary. Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the points of interest are Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Banff Gondola included. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 8 Calgary Departure Your vacation ends upon checkout from your Calgary hotel.
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Western Explorer 2013 Package Tour PricesXJGECOD
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RedLeaf Service
Starts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child
Rail Seat Upgrade
AccommodationSilver Gold
22 Apr 2,769 2,249 2,229 1,369 550 900 Vancouver Holiday Inn DowntownJasper Marmot LodgeLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake
Louise, Fairmont roomBanff Banff Caribou LodgeCalgary International Hotel
and Suites
29 Apr–27 May 3,429 2,649 2,519 1,439 550 900
30 May–27 Jun 4,139 3,089 2,899 1,629 500 900
01 Jul–08 Jul 4,289 3,169 2,949 1,629 500 900
11 Jul–26 Sep 4,139 3,089 2,899 1,629 500 900
30 Sep 3,919 2,999 2,859 1,659 500 900
Modified American Plan 572 572 572 341
GoldLeaf ServiceStarts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
22 Apr 4,299 3,519 3,399 2,329 Vancouver Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, Deluxe City-View room
Jasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont roomLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont
Lakeview roomBanff Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont roomCalgary Fairmont Palliser, Fairmont room
29 Apr–27 May 5,499 4,159 3,839 2,399
30 May–27 Jun 6,529 4,749 4,289 2,589
01 Jul–08 Jul 6,729 4,849 4,359 2,589
11 Jul–26 Sep 6,529 4,749 4,289 2,589
30 Sep 5,959 4,479 4,129 2,619
Modified American Plan 931 931 931 473
GoldLeaf Deluxe ServiceStarts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
22 Apr 4,939 3,829 3,569 2,339 Vancouver Fairmont Waterfront, Portside Deluxe roomJasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe roomLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Deluxe
Lakeview roomBanff Fairmont Banff Springs, Deluxe roomCalgary Fairmont Palliser, Junior suite
29 Apr–27 May 6,329 4,579 4,119 2,419
30 May–27 Jun 7,389 5,189 4,569 2,599
01 Jul–08 Jul 7,619 5,299 4,649 2,599
11 Jul–26 Sep 7,389 5,189 4,569 2,599
30 Sep 6,779 4,899 4,399 2,639
Modified American Plan 931 931 931 473
SilverLeaf ServiceStarts Vancouver Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
22 Apr 3,319 2,799 2,779 1,919 Vancouver Holiday Inn DowntownJasper Marmot LodgeLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont roomBanff Banff Caribou LodgeCalgary International Hotel and Suites
29 Apr–27 May 3,979 3,199 3,069 1,989
30 May–27 Jun 4,639 3,589 3,399 2,129
01 Jul–08 Jul 4,789 3,669 3,449 2,129
11 Jul–26 Sep 4,639 3,589 3,399 2,129
30 Sep 4,419 3,499 3,359 2,159
Modified American Plan 572 572 572 341
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Western Explorer (7 nights/8 days)XJGWCOD
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Quesnel
Whistler
Kamloops
Victoria
Jasper
Calgary
Lake Louise
Columbia Icefield
Summit Helicopter Tour
Banff
Skagway Glacier Bay
Juneau
Ketchikan
Sitka
Seattle
Vancouver
BRITISH COLUMBIA BRITISH
COLUMBIA
ALBERTA ALBERTA
VANCOUVER
ISLAND
VANCOUVER
ISLAND 1
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1 1 1
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Whistler Sea to Sky ClimbRainforest to Gold RushFirst Passage to the West
Journey through the CloudsMotorcoach
Westbound Itinerary
Day Activities Overnight
1 Arrive in Calgary Calgary
2 Summit Helicopter and Banff Tour with Gondola. Transfer to Banff Banff
3 Yoho Park Tour. Transfer to Lake Louise Lake Louise
4 Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer Jasper
5 Jasper Highlights Tour Jasper
6 Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops Kamloops
7 Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver Vancouver
8 Vacation ends in Vancouver
Package Includes • 2 day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf, or RedLeaf Service • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches • 7 nights hotel accommodation • Calgary Tower • Calgary to Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola • Summit Helicopter Flightseeing • Yoho Park Tour, Banff to Lake Louise • Icefields Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Lake Louise to Jasper • Jasper Highlights Tour • Vancouver Lookout • Rail station transfers in Jasper, Kamloops and Vancouver • Luggage handling and National Park Pass
Not Included • Transportation from Calgary airport • Transportation to Vancouver airport • Meals, other than specified • Activities, other than specified • Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff • Fuel surcharges • GST/HST as applicable
2013 Package Tour Start Dates: Starts Calgary (Westbound)
Tuesdays & Saturdays Apr 20 27 30 May 4 7 11 14 18 21 25 28 Jun 1 4 8 11 15 18 22 25 29 Jul 2 6 9 13 16 20 23 27 Aug 6 10 13 17 20 24 27 31 Sep 3 7 10 14 17 24 28
Day 1 Calgary Arrival Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in “The Heart of the New West” independently. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 2 Calgary to Banff with Summit Helicopter Tour Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy the highlight of today, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Continue on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Banff Gondola included. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in Lake Louise.
Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 1:00 p.m., scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.
Day 4 Lake Louise to JasperEnjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 5 Jasper Highlights TourJasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and Canada’s largest National Park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home.The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 6 Jasper to KamloopsTravel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass, and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.
Day 7 Kamloops to Vancouver Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey 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. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver. B, L.
Day 8 Vancouver Departure Your vacation ends upon checkout from your Vancouver hotel.
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Western Explorer 2013 Package Tour PricesXJGWCOD
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RedLeaf Service
Starts Calgary Single Double Triple Child
Rail Seat Upgrade
AccommodationSilver Gold
20 Apr 2,769 2,249 2,229 1,369 550 900 Calgary International Hotel and Suites
Banff Banff Caribou LodgeLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake
Louise, Fairmont roomJasper Marmot LodgeVancouver Holiday Inn Downtown
27 Apr–25 May 3,429 2,649 2,519 1,439 550 900
28 May–02 Jul 4,139 3,089 2,899 1,629 500 900
06 Jul–13 Jul 4,289 3,169 2,949 1,629 500 900
16 Jul–24 Sep 4,139 3,089 2,899 1,629 500 900
28 Sep 3,919 2,999 2,859 1,659 500 900
Modified American Plan 575 575 575 336
GoldLeaf ServiceStarts Calgary Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
20 Apr 4,299 3,519 3,399 2,329 Calgary Fairmont Palliser, Fairmont roomBanff Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont roomLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont
Lakeview roomJasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont roomVancouver Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, Deluxe
City-View room
27 Apr–25 May 5,499 4,159 3,839 2,399
28 May–02 Jul 6,529 4,749 4,289 2,589
06 Jul–13 Jul 6,729 4,849 4,359 2,589
16 Jul–24 Sep 6,529 4,749 4,289 2,589
28 Sep 5,959 4,479 4,129 2,619
Modified American Plan 923 923 923 469
GoldLeaf Deluxe ServiceStarts Calgary Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
20 Apr 4,939 3,829 3,569 2,339 Calgary Fairmont Palliser, Junior suiteBanff Fairmont Banff Springs, Deluxe roomLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Deluxe
Lakeview roomJasper Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe roomVancouver Fairmont Waterfront, Portside Deluxe room
27 Apr–25 May 6,329 4,579 4,119 2,419
28 May–02 Jul 7,389 5,189 4,569 2,599
06 Jul–13 Jul 7,619 5,299 4,649 2,599
16 Jul–24 Sep 7,389 5,189 4,569 2,599
28 Sep 6,779 4,899 4,399 2,639
Modified American Plan 923 923 923 469
SilverLeaf ServiceStarts Calgary Single Double Triple Child Accommodation
20 Apr 3,319 2,799 2,779 1,919 Calgary International Hotel and Suites Banff Banff Caribou LodgeLake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont roomJasper Marmot LodgeVancouver Holiday Inn Downtown
27 Apr–25 May 3,979 3,199 3,069 1,989
28 May–02 Jul 4,639 3,589 3,399 2,129
06 Jul–13 Jul 4,789 3,669 3,449 2,129
16 Jul–24 Sep 4,639 3,589 3,399 2,129
28 Sep 4,419 3,499 3,359 2,159
Modified American Plan 575 575 575 336