Canadas Rockies & Rocky Mountaineer Train (Redleaf) 2009

191 E Swanson Ave., Ste 102 ~ Wasilla Alaska 99654 ~ (907) 376-5231

234 W. Evergreen Avenue ~ Palmer Alaska 99645 ~ (907) 745-7722

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Canadas Rockies & Rocky Mountaineer Train (Redleaf) 2009

Marvel at the unsurpassed scenery of Canada's Rockies: forests, meadows, massive glaciers and sparkling lakes. Relax aboard the Rocky Mountaineer and enjoy the scenery as you ride to Vancouver.

Highlights

Calgary

Japer

Baniff

Kamloops

Whats Included

Sightseeing Highlights

Lake Louise Enjoy a guided walk along the lake and ride a gondola.

Banff National Park Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Icefields Parkway Drive along this magnificent highway.

Columbia Icefields Enjoy a unique Ice Explorer ride on Athabasca Glacier.

Jasper National Park Join a narrated walk along Maligne Canyon

Jasper Learn about Rocky Mountain wildlife during an informative lecture.

Banff Banff-See the sights of this famed resort town.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome Reception with your Tour Director in Calgary

5 Full breakfasts

2 Continental Breakfasts on the Rocky Mountaineer

1 lunch at the Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola

2 lunches on the Rocky Mountaineer

2 three-course dinners in hotels

Farewell Dinner with wine in Banff

13 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

The services of one of Trafalgar's professional Tour Directors on tour. (Days 1-7)

Complimentary transfers on Day 1 from Calgary International Airport to the Trafalgar hotel in Calgary and on Day 8 from the train station in Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport and the Trafalgar hotel in Vancouver.

Travel on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and restroom facilities.

You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.

All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcafese per person) and local taxes.

A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service from Banff to Vancouver

Assigned seating with extended legroom in standard car

Large picture windows

Live onboard commentary

2 Continental breakfasts and 2 deli-style lunches served at your seat

Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages

Tourist Class hotel in Kamloops

All transfers in Kamloops.

Call (907) 376-5231 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8185574

Tour Operator

Trafalgar Tours

Duration

8 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Calgary	Arrive Calgary : Welcome to Calgary! A complimentary transfer is provided to the Trafalgar hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Reception at the hotel.(Welcome Reception) Hotel: Calgary Marriott
Day 2	Lake Louise	Calgary - Lake Louise : We journey to Banff National Park and explore some of North America's most beautiful lakes, starting with Lake Louise, one of the most breathtaking settings in the world. Enjoy a narrated promenade along the lakeshore and learn about the geography and history of the area. Next is Moraine Lake, nestled in the dramatic Valley of the Ten Peaks. We then cross the Continental Divide and enter Yoho National Park. See the Spiral Tunnels, Natural Bridge and Emerald Lake, a jewel sparkling with the blue-green hue of an emerald. We end the day in the nearby hamlet of Lake Louise.(Full Breakfast/ Dinner) Hotel: Lake Louise Inn
Day 3	Jasper	Lake Louise - Columbia Icefield - Jasper (2 nights) : We travel northwest along the Great Divide and the spine of the Rockies on the world-famous Icefields Today our Tour Director will reveal a Hidden Treasure! We travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most spectacular mountain drives. Marvel at the unsurpassed scenery including sub-alpine forests, meadows, massive glaciers and remarkable lakes. Keep an eye out for grizzly, black bear, moose, elk and other wildlife. At the Columbia Icefield, we board an Ice Explorer for the trip of a lifetime as we drive onto the massive Athabasca Glacier. We then drive to the quaint township of Jasper, where we spend the next two nights. After dinner we enjoy a fun and informative lecture on the area's abundant wildlife. (Full Breakfast/ Dinner) Hotel: Chateau Jasper (2 nights)
Day 4	Jasper National Park	Jasper National Park sightseeing & at leisure : We start with a narrated walk along Maligne Canyon, one of the most beautiful gorges in the Canadian Rockies. Marvel at the spectacular rock formations and waterfalls and learn about one of Canada's longest underground river systems. The rest of the day is at leisure. Activities abound in Jasper National Park and your Tour Director will provide you with suggestions. (Full breakfast)
Day 5	Banff	Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Banff (2 nights) : Snow-capped peaks, hanging glaciers, pounding waterfalls and surging rivers dominate the landscape as we head back towards Banff. After lunch at the beautiful Lodge of the Ten Peaks, we ride the Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola. We arrive at the quintessential alpine village of Banff and enjoy an orientation tour. See Bow Falls, the classic viewpoint of Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive and the wind-shaped hoodoos overlooking Bow Valley.(Full breakfast/ Lunch) Hotel: Banff Park Lodge Resort (2 nights)
Day 6	Banff	Banff at leisure : Today is at leisure in Banff for you to pursue your own interests Why not take an optional helicopter flight over Mount Assiniboine, a Banff Gondola ride, or a relaxing float trip down the Bow River. This evening join us for a Farewell Dinner at the hotel. (Full Breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)
Day 7	Kamloops	Banff - Rocky Mountaineer - Kamloops : Bid farewell to your Tour Director as you board the Rocky Mountaineer train in RedLeaf Service (GoldLeaf Service upgrade available) for a two-day independent daytime rail journey from Banff to Vancouver. Travel through the Spiral Tunnels, past the glaciers of Kicking Horse Pass, under Mount McDonald and along the South Thompson River to Kamloops where you are transferred to your hotel. (Continental Breakfast/ Lunch) Hotel: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Day 8	Vancouver	Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer - Depart Vancouver : Continue your rail journey through the Thompson and Fraser Canyons, arriving in Vancouver at approximately 5:30pm. A complimentary transfer is provided from the train station to Vancouver International Airport or the Trafalgar hotel in Vancouver for passengers extending their stay. The train's arrival into Vancouver can be subject to delays; we therefore recommend that you allow plenty of time for your onward travel arrangements.(Continental Breakfast/ Lunch) Note: Please do not schedule any flights before 9:00pm

Dates/Pricing

Disclaimer

* For earlier departures than listed below please contact Trafalgar or your Travel agent.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
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The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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