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2014 Rockies Getaway
2014 Rockies Getaway
2014 Rockies Getaway
2014
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
NIGHTS
DAYS
TOUR CODE
GJHC
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Vancouver Arrival
Day 6
Day 2
Kamloops
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Whistler
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Victoria
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Seattle
Package Includes
4 day Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf, or RedLeaf Service 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches 8 nights hotel accommodation Vancouver Lookout Iceelds Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer, Jasper to Lake Louise Yoho Park Tour, Lake Louise to Banff Banff Tour, including Banff Gondola Summit Helicopter Flightseeing Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper and Banff Luggage handling and National Park Pass
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbias interior. On todays journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green elds 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 Hells 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.
Vancouver to Kamloops
Today you will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff. Among the highlights are visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of todays adventure, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at your leisure in Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Banff Sightseeing
Day 7
Day 3
ITINERARY
Day
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Activities
Arrive in Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer to Jasper Iceelds Parkway Tour, including Ice Explorer Yoho Park Tour. Transfer to Banff Banff Tour with Gondola and Summit Helicopter Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver Vacation ends in Vancouver
Overnight
Vancouver Kamloops Jasper Lake Louise Banff Banff Kamloops Vancouver
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. Todays 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.
Kamloops to Jasper
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior. Todays highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacic Railway was driven. Overnight in Kamloops. B, L.
Banff to Kamloops
Day 8
Day 4
Not Included
Transportation to/from Vancouver airport Meals, other than onboard the Rocky Mountaineer Activities, other than specied Gratuities for rail, hotel and transfer staff Fuel surcharges GST as applicable
Travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Iceelds Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Iceeld. 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.
Your journey continues west towards the Pacic Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On todays 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 elds of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hells Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver. B, L.
Kamloops to Vancouver
Day 9
Vancouver Departure
Day 5
This 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.
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2014
SilverLeaf Service
Starts Vancouver 28 Apr 01 May29 May 02 Jun15 Sep Modied American Plan Single 4,969 5,389 6,159 595 Double 4,189 4,429 4,889 595 Triple/ Quad 4,049 4,229 4,639 595 Child 3,119 3,169 3,369 306 Vancouver Jasper Lake Louise Banff
NIGHTS
DAYS
TOUR CODE
GJHC
CALL 1-888-PH-ROCKY
Rail Seat Upgrade Child 2,119 2,169 2,369 306 Silver 1,000 1,000 1,000 Gold 1,625 1,625 1,625 Vancouver Jasper Lake Louise Banff Accommodation Hampton Inn Marmot Lodge Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont room Banff Caribou Lodge
Accommodation Hampton Inn Marmot Lodge Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont room Banff Caribou Lodge
GoldLeaf Service
Starts Vancouver 28 Apr 01 May29 May 02 Jun15 Sep Modied American Plan Single 6,599 7,229 8,259 933 Double 5,299 5,669 6,249 933 Triple/ Quad 4,969 5,239 5,599 933 Child 3,799 3,849 4,059 487 Vancouver Jasper Lake Louise Banff Accommodation Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, Deluxe City-View room Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont room Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Lakeview room Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont room Starts Vancouver 28 Apr 01 May29 May 02 Jun15 Sep Modied American Plan Single 7,279 8,099 9,229 933 Double 5,669 6,129 6,769 933
ROCKY-PEAK HOLIDAYS LTD. - CONSUMER PROTECTION B.C. LICENCE # 58516 - RockyMountainHolidays.com | RockyMountainVacations.com | +1 403 609-0286 | +1 888 747-6259 (North America) | 0800 567-7542 (U.K.)