Rocky Mountaineer s Grand Rail Circle 11N/12D

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1 Rocky Mountaineer s Grand Rail Circle 11N/12D Visit: Vancouver3N Kamloops 1N Banff 2N Lake Louise1N Jasper1N Quesnel 1N Whistler2N Sightseeing: Vancouver - (Vancouver Lookout, Sightseeing Tour of North Shore), Kamloops - First Passage to West, Banff (Yoho National Park Tour, Sightseeing tour inclusive of Banff Gondola and Helicopter Tour), Lake Louise (Banff and Jasper National Parks Tour), Jasper - Rainforest to Gold Rush, Whistler (Squamish Lil wat Cultural Centre), Whistler Sea to Sky Climb Itinerary: Day 01: Arrive Vancouver: Vancouver Lookout Arrive in Vancouver and spend the rest of the day exploring on your own. Overnight in Vancouver. Day 02: Vancouver: Sightseeing Tour Of North Shore Enjoy a six hour tour of Vancouver's spectacular North Shore. Next, visit Grouse Mountain (gondola admission included), the Peak of Vancouver, and take in breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains. Overnight in Vancouver.

2 Day 03: Vancouver to Kamloops (First Passage to West) Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L) Day 04: Kamloops to Banff (First Passage to West) Your journey continues eastwards to the Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Highlights include Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, Rogers Pass, the Kicking Horse Canyon and the Spiral Tunnels. Overnight in Banff. (B, L) Day 05: Banff: Sightseeing Tour Inclusive Of Banff Gondola and Helicopter Tour This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff. Highlights include visits to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola (admission included), Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Banff Gondola is a fully-enclosed four passenger cabin, which will take you to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for a bird s eye view of six mountain ranges. Climb 698 metres (2,292 feet) to an elevation of 2,281 metres (7,486 feet) in just eight minutes. Continue on to Kananaskis, wherein, you will take to the skies to view the majestic moutains and glaciers on a 12-minute Summit Helicopter tour. You will appreciate the natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies on a whole new perspective - 1,400 metres (4,396 feet) above ground. The rest of the day is yours to explore Banff. Overnight at hotel in Banff. Day 06: Banff (Yoho National Park Tour) - Lake Louise A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its wonders. Highlights include the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Upon arrival in Lake Louise, the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight at hotel in Lake Louise.

3 Day 07: Lake Louise To Jasper: Banff And Jasper National Parks Tour Tour Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest accumulations of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle, you will take a ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. View the glaciers, flora and fauna of the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight at hotel in Jasper. Day 08: Jasper to Quesnel (Rainforest to Gold Rush) Rainforest to Gold Rush: Mystery and history intertwine on the last major track of the coastal temperature rainforest as storytellers explore Canada s greatest pandemic Gold Fever. The pacific rainforest is vast and wild region of scattered islands, fabulous fjords and towering peaks. Ancient 100-metre cedars strain the sunlight as the wildlife watches warily from the shadows. This is a scared place home to the rare white Kermode, or spirit bear. As the greenery changes and placid lakes give way to the desert-like terrain of gold country, listen carefully for the ghostly echoes of the prospectors who came to find their fortunes but often lost their lives. Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Quesnel. Highlights include the Rocky Mountain Trench, Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellow head Pass, Moose Lake and the Fraser River. Overnight at hotel in Quesnel. (B, L) Day 09: Quesnel to Whistler (Rainforest to Gold Rush) Your journey continues south to Whistler. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacialfed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Overnight at hotel in Whistler. (B,L)

4 Day 10: Whistler Visit the Squamish Lil wat Cultural Center for a tour and BBQ lunch and rest of the day is yours to explore the picturesque mountain resort of Whistler. Overnight at hotel in Whistler. (L) Day 11: Whistler to Vancouver (Whistler Sea to Sky Climb) The spectacular Centre features a museum, modern gallery, exhibits, gift shop, café and theatre. Tjhis afternoon return to Vancour on the Rocky Mountaineer. The Whistler Sea to Sky Climb offers a unique and breathtaking three hour scenic rail journey between Whistler and Vancouver, British Columbia with spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Shannon Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. On arrival, you will be transferred to your accommodation in downtown Vancouver. Overnight at hotel in Vancouver. (L) Day 12: Vancouver - Back Home Your vacation ends with checkout from your Vancouver hotel. Package Includes: 4 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, 3.5 hour Whistler sea to Sky Climb journey, 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches and an afternoon snack, 11 nights hotel accommodation, Tour of Vancouver s North Shore, Banff Tour Including Banff Gondola, Summit Helicopter Flight seeing, Yoho National Park Tour, Ice fields Parkway Tour including Ice Explorer, Additional BBQ Lunch and Squamish Lil wat Cultural Centre Tour, Railway station transfers and luggage handling

5 Packages Excludes: International and Domestic airfare, Canadian GST/HST, Visa Charges, Indian Travel Insurance, Tips and Porterage, Expenses of personal nature, Services not part of inclusion list. Note: Departure Dates: May 06, 13, 20, 27 Jun 03, 10, 17, 24 Jul 01, 08, 15, 22,29 Aug 05, 12, 19, 26 Sep 02, 09 Please note all accommodation in Kamloops and Quesnel are of Moderate Standard. This tour operates on specific dates. ACCOMODATION OPTIONS: AS MENTIONED BELOW OR SIMILAR LOCATION/CATEGORY DELUXE STANDARD VANCOUVER Four Seasons Vancouver Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Vancouver Downtown BANFF Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Banff Ptarmigan Inn LAKE LOUISE Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise JASPER Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Lobstick Lodge WHISTLER Fairmont Chateau Whistler Delta Whistler Village Suites ROCKY MOUNTAINEER TRAIN Gold Leaf Service RedLeaf Service PRICE PER PERSON IN CAD, EXCL 4.35% effective ROOMING BASIS DELUXE STANDARD ADL IN TWIN PACKAGE PRICE: VALIDITY 6 TH MAY 15 TO 27 TH MAY 15 BARRING PEAK AND BLOCK OUT PERIODS PRICE PER PERSON IN CAD, EXCL 3.50% ROOMING BASIS DELUXE STANDARD ADL IN TWIN PACKAGE PRICE: VALIDITY 3 RD JUN 15 TO 9 TH SEP 15 BARRING PEAK AND BLOCK OUT PERIODS IMPORTANT NOTES: Package price refers to services mentioned under the package inclusions section in the proposal We urge you to use our services for Flight tickets / Rail tickets/pass (International), Visa and Insurance.

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