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Canadas Historic Rail and Grand Lodges with Vancouver Extension
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| Land only discount: 10% |
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| Package Information |
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Tour Operator |
Globus |
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Tour Code |
NCZE |
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Vacation Quality |
First Class |
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Vacation Type |
Rail Tour |
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Number of Days |
14 |
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Starting Price |
$4939 (Select Dates) * |
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Single Supplement |
$1467 |
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Countries Visited |
Canada
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City Highlights |
Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Niagara Falls, Lake Louise, Jasper, Banff |
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TORONTO:
Sightseeing including CN Tower; Welcome reception
NIAGARA FALLS:
Maid of the Mist Cruise
VIA RAIL:
Spectacular train journey across Canada on The Canadian
BANFF AND JASPER NATIONAL PARKS
ATHABASCA GLACIER:
Experience Columbia Ice Fields “Ice Explorer” Glacier Tour
LAKE LOUISE:
Enjoy lunch at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise; a “Choose Your Experience” activity
KELOWNA:
Guided sightseeing including visits to two vineyards, a cheese factory, and a lavander farm
VICTORIA:
Guided sightseeing including world-famous Butchart Gardens
VANCOUVER:
Guided sightseeing; Farewell Dinner
NOTE
Operated with Brennan Vacations
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
Welcome reception (WR); American breakfast daily (B); 5 lunches (L); 7 dinners (D), including a Farewell Dinner in Vancouver.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers are included with land and air purchase.
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Day 1: Arrive in Toronto, ON. (Thu.)
Welcome to Canadas largest city, Toronto. This evening, join your Tour Director at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (WR)
SPECIAL FEATURE:
Spend the next two nights at the celebrated Fairmont Royal York Hotel, built by the Canadian Pacific Railway and once considered the largest hotel in the British Commonwealth. When opened in 1927, the hotel quickly set the standard of the day and continues to epitomize gracious hospitality.
Day 2: Toronto. Niagara Falls Excursion. (Fri.)
After an included breakfast atop the CN TOWER , enjoy a full-day tour to magnificent Niagara Falls, including an exciting CR UISE aboard the Maid of the Mist. Return to Toronto to savor a wonderful dinner at the Fairmont Royal Yorks Epic dining room. (B,D)
Day 3: Toronto-VIA Rails The Canadian. (Sat.)
After breakfast, board VIA Rails THE CANADIAN for a 2-night journey to Jasper. As you ride the rails west you will enjoy VIAs renowned "Silver & Blue" class service, featuring linen and china dining and single or double bedroom accommodations. (B,L,D)
SPECIAL FEATURE:
Traveling across Canada by rail lets you see the country much as the first travelers did more than a hundred years ago. Every day will show changes in the landscapes, climate, and lifestyles, as well as a historic perspective of Canada by rail. To enhance traffic on the rails, the Canadian Pacific Railway envisioned a succession of lavish resort hotels along the railway line through Western Canada. Today, many of these resorts still exist and youll experience them as you journey across Canada and into the heart of the Canadian Rockies. By the end of your trip you will have a new understanding of the history and peoples of Canada and how the landscape shaped this nation.
Day 4: VIA Rail Travel. (Sun.)
Relax in comfort as you cross the Great Plains of Canada. This is a day to unwind and get to know fellow travelers. (B,L,D)
Day 5: VIA Rail-Jasper. (Mon.)
After a leisurely morning onboard, disembark at the town site of Jasper. On arrival, your Tour Director will point out highlights, including Maligne Canyon and the "Sleeping Man in the Mountain." (B,L,D)
SPECIAL FEATURE:
Overnight at the beautiful Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Originally built by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway and called "Tent City," it is now a 4-star resort nestled between majestic mountains and enchanting lakes.
Day 6: Jasper-Icefields Parkway-Banff. (Tue.)
The spectacular Icefields Parkway threads through the very heart of the Canadian Rockies. Stop to view thundering Athabasca Falls, ride an exciting "ICE EXPLORER" on Athabasca Glacier, and gaze in silent wonder at sapphire Peyto Lake. Days end finds you in the picture-book setting of Banff. Enjoy an orientation tour before arriving at your hotel. (B,D)
SPECIAL FEATURE:
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is an internationally recognized symbol of Canadian hospitality. Opened by Canadian Pacific Railway in 1888, this chateau-style hotel developed into one of the top three getaways in North America.
Day 7: Banff. Lake Louise Excursion. Choose Your Experience. (Wed.)
This morning, travel to see two of the crown jewels of the Rockies: Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. First, visit the Valley of the Ten Peaks, which frames picturesque Moraine Lake. Then, continue to Lake Louise. A GLOBUS PLATINUM EXCLUSIVE, select how you spend your morning. Enjoy a leisurely TRAIL RI DE or paddle across world-famous Lake Louise on a CANOE excursion. Later, enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel. (B,L)
Day 8: Banff-Kelowna. (Thu.)
Today, travel west by motorcoach through Kicking Horse Pass and through the Selkirk Range over Rogers Pass into the fabulous Thompson Okanagan Valley. This area of Canada is blessed with a mild climate and sunny days. Pass through landscapes dotted with pristine lakes, orchards, and vineyard laden hillsides to Kelowna, situated at the shores of Okanagan Lake. Before arriving at our hotel, well stop to visit the VILLAGE CHEE SE CO MPANY, where youll enjoy the sights and sounds of an old-time cheese company and sample some of their award-winning products. (B,D)
Day 9: Kelowna. (Fri.)
Start your day with a visit to KELOWNA LAND AND ORCHARD and sample some of the local ciders. Well then visit OK ANAGAN LAVANDER FARM, where theres time to stroll through the fragrant fields and enjoy breathtaking views. Well stop by two VINEYARDS and youll have a chance to taste some of the wines for which this area is so well known. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy a stroll around beautiful Lake Okanagan, shop in the unique boutiques, or to perhaps visit the Wine Museum. This evening, join us for an optional dinner at a local vineyard. (B)
Day 10: Kelowna-Vancouver. (Sat.)
Travel to the scenic coast of British Columbia via the Coquihalla Route through the Cascade Mountains. Arriving in Vancouver, visit the soaring CAPILANO SUSPENSION BRIDGE and enjoy an included lunch near the canyon. Later, tour the highlights of Vancouver, including immense Stanley Park. Tonight is at leisure to enjoy one of the many fine restaurants this cosmopolitan city offers. (B,L)
Day 11: Vancouver. Victoria & Butchart Gardens Excursion. (Sun.)
Departing Vancouver you will travel by motorcoach and BC Ferry through the pastoral Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island. Your destination is Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. Nearby, visit colorful BUTCHART GARDENS and its floral displays. Then board a FLOATPLANE to soar over the lovely Gulf Islands back to Vancouver on the mainland. Tonight, enjoy a FAREWELL DINNER at your hotel. (B,D)
Day 12: Vancouver. (Mon.)
Your grand journey through five provinces comes to a conclusion today with breakfast this morning. (B)
Day 13: Vancouver. (Tue.)
The day is yours to relax and explore more of Vancouver. Visit Stanley Park, enjoy Granville Island with its markets, explore the Vancouver Aquarium, or stroll the streets of historic Gastown. (B)
Day 14: Vancouver. (Wed.)
The vacation ends this morning after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided. (B) |
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Land & Air and Land Only prices are based on per person in a double occupancy room. Single (Land & Air) and Single (Land Only) prices are based on per person in a single room. Taxes are not included on the listed prices.
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| Jun 19 - Jul 02, 2008 | Call Us | $4939 | Call Us | $6406 | | Jul 10 - Jul 23, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Jul 24 - Aug 06, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Aug 07 - Aug 20, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Aug 21 - Sep 03, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Aug 28 - Sep 10, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Sep 04 - Sep 17, 2008 | Call Us | $4959 | Call Us | $6426 | | Sep 18 - Oct 01, 2008 | Call Us | $4939 | Call Us | $6406 |
* All prices are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-935-2620 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents.
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