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Included excursions
· City tour of Vancouver · Jasper · Banff
Optional excursions
· Vancouver's North Shore · Victoria · Snocoach ride on the Athabasca Glacier · Lake Louise & Yoho National Park
Meal arrangements
Vancouver
10 nights room only plus 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches on the trains
QUESNEL Best Western Tower Inn (RedLeaf) or Sandman Hotel (GoldLeaf), 1 night room only. The conveniently located Best Western Tower Inn has a bar and bistro. Guest rooms feature air-conditioning, refrigerator, hairdrier and complimentary hot drinks. The Sandman Hotel offers a Denny's Restaurant, the Shark Club Bar & Grill, indoor pool and comfortable guest rooms with complimentary coffee and tea. JASPER Amethyst Lodge (3-star), 2 nights room only. The Amethyst Lodge has comfortable guest rooms, a restaurant, plus a pool or hot tubs. BANFF Rundlestone Lodge (4-star), 3 nights room only. This wonderful mountain lodge is just a short distance from town and offers a restaurant, swimming pool and whirlpool, as well as spacious rooms with TV and coffeemaker.
the north and the Cariboo Mountains soar to the south. We pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies and journey to Jasper, a friendly town at the foot of Whistler Mountain. We spend two nights in the Amethyst Lodge. DAY 7 Jasper National Park The scenery of Jasper National Park epitomises every visitor's image of the Rockies. Take in the jewel-like Pyramid and Patricia Lakes and the deep limestone gorge of Maligne Canyon on this morning's included tour, before a free afternoon to explore at your leisure. Perhaps take a ride on the Jasper Sky Tram to the summit of Whistler Mountain for stupendous views; or an exhilarating float trip along the Athabasca River. DAY 8 Icefields Parkway to Banff An unforgettable day is in store as we travel along one of the most visually dramatic highways in the world, Icefields Parkway, passing through some of the country's highest mountain peaks. We skirt the vast glaciers of the Columbia Icefields and the fast-flowing Sunwapta River, and if we're lucky we might even catch sight of a moose or grizzly bear. We'll have the opportunity of an optional snocoach ride over the Athabasca Glacier before arriving in Banff for a three-night stay. DAY 9 Banff National Park Jagged snow-capped mountains, rushing rivers, dense forests and hot mineral springs are all waiting to be discovered in Canada's oldest national park. We spend the morning sightseeing in the town and the park followed by a free afternoon. Perhaps take a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain to admire the views over Sundance Valley. DAY 10 Lake Louise & Yoho National Park You won't want to miss today's full-day optional excursion taking us to the incomparably beautiful Lake Louise. Set in a small glacial valley, its sapphire waters reflect the surrounding forests and mountains, creating one of the Rockies' most magical vistas. We also take in the awesome grandeur of Yoho National Park and the amazing spiral tunnels, built to solve the problems of runaway trains and disastrous crashes on the transcontinental train line at the end of the 19th century. DAYS 11 & 12 Banff/UK We transfer to Calgary airport for the homeward flight, arriving back in the UK on Day 12. YOUR HOTELS VANCOUVER Hotel Blue Horizon (3-star), 3 nights room only. Located on Vancouver's famous Robson Street, this contemporary hotel offers great views of English Bay and the city. Facilities include a restaurant, cafe, pool and fitness centre. Guest rooms have TV, coffee maker and hairdrier. WHISTLER Delta Whistler Suites (4-star), 1 night room only. At this excellent hotel you will find two restaurants, a bar and a health club with indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, sauna and steam rooms. Guest suites feature fullyequipped kitchen, fireplace and TV.
Also included
· The services of an experienced
Page & Moy Tour Guide
· Hotel porterage · Complimentary transfers between your
home and UK airport
Travel Arrangements
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: EUCAHR 2008
13 May 10 June 2 September 30 September Price Per Person £1899 £2069 £2099 £1949
THE TRAINS
Deposit £150 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities. Scheduled flights by Air Canada between London Heathrow and Vancouver; departing at 1230h and arriving back from Calgary at 1030h.
Supplements per person
Single rooms £450 Upgrade to Glacier Dome seats on the Whistler Mountaineer £40 Upgrade to Gold Leaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer £380
Payment
Rocky Mountaineer Please note, as payment has to be made in advance to our train suppliers, the balance for this holiday will be required no later than ten weeks prior to departure and not eight weeks as detailed in our booking conditions. Holiday Insurance please see page 82 Please see pages 79-81 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy.
WHISTLER MOUNTAINEER Vancouver to Whistler Our Coast Classic seats feature large picture windows, access to the open-air observation car, breakfast served at your seat and on-board commentary. If you choose to upgrade to Glacier Dome seats you have the added benefit of panoramic views from the dome windows. ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Whistler to Quesnel & Quesnel to Jasper Enjoy Redleaf Red service with assigned seating and meals served at your seat; continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are included, and alcohol may be purchased on board. Please note that both trains are non-smoking.
Lake Louise
GOLDLEAF SERVICE
You can upgrade to GoldLeaf service, with assigned seating in the bi-level Dome Coach, where you can enjoy stunning views from the full-length windows. Gourmet breakfast and lunch are served in the lower level dining room.
Complimentary travel to the airport FREE taxi, National Express coaching, airport TAXI parking or regional connecting flights
Please see page 6 for details
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