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First Passage to the WestThis is the most popular trip and the only passenger rail service on the historic Canadian Pacific track. Prepare to travel along glacier-fed rivers and lakes, taking in the spectacular coast, Columbia and Rocky Mountain Ranges. Highlights include the Spiral Tunnels, Stoney Creek Bridge and Craigellachie – home of the Last Spike on Canada’s transcontinental rail line. The trip ends in beautiful Ban@, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, at stunning Lake Louise or the stampede city of Calgary.

Departures: Most Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, 21 April - 2 October 2015

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - Ban@/Lake Louise

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Ban@ and Lake Louise

Duration: 2 days/1 night

Price from: $1352 per person, twin share

Journey Through the CloudsThis route takes you across British Columbia via Kamloops and the Yellowhead Pass. As you travel through BC’s vast interior, you’ll witness unparalleled natural beauty including Mt Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at almost 4,000 metres, and the breathtaking Pyramid Falls. The journey ends in Jasper, Alberta, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Departures: Tuesdays and Fridays, 21 April - 4 October 2015

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - Jasper

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Jasper

Duration: 2 days/1 night

Price from: $1364 per person, twin share

ROCKY MOUNTAINEERThe Rocky Mountaineer is considered one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world. An unforgettable experience, you will travel through some of the most breathtaking scenery, all from the comfort of the legendary Rocky Mountaineer. The Rocky Mountaineer travels between Vancouver in British Columbia and Jasper or Ban@ and Calgary in Alberta. There is also a number of extended tours which will ensure that you see even more of this stunning part of the world.

Rocky Mountaineer o@ers three levels of onboard service:

RedLeaf ServiceO@ers reclining seats with large picture windows in a single-level classic coach. Lunch is served at your seat with a glass of beer or wine.

SilverLeaf Service

Features single-level dome coach with panoramic views through windows that o@er nearly 167% more viewing area than RedLeaf service. Enjoy delicious hot meals; lunch includes a glass of beer or wine, at your seat.

GoldLeaf ServiceThis is the most popular service. Enjoy unparalleled panoramic views from the upper-level of the bi-level dome coach. Gourmet meals are served in the dining room, snacks and beverages are included, along with luggage transfer in Kamloops or Quesnel. On extended journeys there is the option of GoldLeaf Deluxe, o@ering upgraded hotel experiences at iconic Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.

Featured prices are a guide only. Your travel agent will provide the most current prices at time of quoting. Prices are inclusive of a $10 per person online booking fee, with the exception of Via Rail and Amtrak bookings which incur a fee of $15 per booking. Bookings made via email and/or telephone incur a flat fee of $55 per booking.  Booking fees are waived for bookings which include a minimum of $200 land content. Other options are available on many of the products featured.

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Day 1-2: Vancouver Arrive in Vancouver and settle into your hotel. The following day enjoy a city sightseeing tour. Overnight: Vancouver

Day 3: Vancouver - Kamloops Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops. See dramatic changes in scenery, from the green fields of the Fraser Valley to the desert-like environment of the BC interior. Highlights include Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River. Overnight: Kamloops Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Kamloops - Ban; Travel across rocky lake shores, high mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels. Highlights include Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the glaciers and snow-capped peaks. Your rail journey ends this evening in BanV. Overnight: BanV Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 5: Ban; - Lake Louise A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. Arrive in Lake Louise where the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight: Lake Louise Meals: Lunch

Day 6: Lake Louise - Calgary Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of BanV including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. A BanV Gondola ride is included. Continue on to Kananaskis for the highlight of today’s adventure, a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the remarkable landscape of the Rockies. Then continue on to Calgary. Overnight: Calgary

Day 7: Calgary Your tour ends on check-out from your hotel.

Canadian Rockies Highlights

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Calgary

Duration: 7 days/6 nights

Departures: Selected Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 19 Apr 15-30 Sep 15

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - BanV - Lake Louise - Calgary

from $1749 pp, twin share

Day 1: Vancouver Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight: Vancouver

Day 2: Vancouver - Kamloops Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery and the highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s 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: Kamloops  Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3: Kamloops – Ban; Your journey continues eastwards to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again you will see a spectacular array of scenery as you travel across ranchlands, along rocky lake shores, over high mountain passes and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail history of the Canadian Rockies. Today’s highlights include the climb over Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the legendary Canadian Rockies. Overnight: BanV Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Ban; Your tour ends upon check-out from your BanV hotel.

Classic First Passage to the West Vacation

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from BanV

Duration: 4 days/3 nights

Departures: Selected Mondays, Thursdays, Sundays, 20 Apr 15-1 Oct 15

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - BanV

from $3092 pp, twin share

Day 1: Vancouver Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring the city. Overnight: Vancouver

Day 2: Vancouver - Kamloops Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops. See dramatic changes in scenery, from the Fraser River Valley to the desert-like interior. Highlights include Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River. Overnight: Kamloops Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3: Kamloops - Jasper Continue northeast to the mighty Rockies. See the dramatic scenery of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. See Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, as well as the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Overnight: Jasper Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Jasper Enjoy a tour of Jasper. Jasper National Park is a World Heritage site filled with natural attractions. Overnight: Jasper

Day 5: Jasper - Lake Louise Travel via the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise. Stop at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn about its geological features. Afterwards stop at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise. Overnight: Lake Louise

Day 6: Lake Louise - Ban; This morning enjoy free time in this spectacular setting before an afternoon tour of Yoho National Park. Overnight: BanV

Day 7: Ban; - Calgary This morning see the highlights of BanV including a ride on the BanV Gondola. Then to Kananaskis for a 12-minute helicopter tour. Afterwards continue on to Calgary. Overnight: Calgary

Day 8: Calgary Your tour ends on check-out from your hotel.

Western Explorer

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Calgary

Duration: 8 days/7 nights

Departures: Selected Mondays and Thursdays, 20 Apr 15-1 Oct 15

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - Jasper - Lake Louise - BanV - Calgary

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Day 1: Vancouver Explore this scenic city on your own. Overnight: Vancouver

Day 2: Vancouver - Kamloops Board the Rocky Mountaineer to travel from Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. Today’s highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate and the Thompson River views. Your day concludes at Kamloops. Overnight: Kamloops Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3: Kamloops - Jasper Continue north and east towards Jasper, passing highlights such as Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, and the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park. Overnight: Jasper Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Jasper - Lake Louise Travel along the Icefields Parkway, stop at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield for an Ice Explorer ride. Enjoy a brief stop at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise. Overnight: Lake Louise

Day 5: Lake Louise - Ban> This morning explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own. After lunch, tour Yoho National Park, see the Spiral Tunnels and Emerald Lake before heading to BanO. Overnight: BanO

Day 6: Ban> Sightseeing Tour BanO, visiting Bow Falls, BanO Gondola ride and Lake Minnewanka before a 12-minute helicopter tour over the Rockies. Overnight: BanO

Day 7: Ban> - Kamloops Journey through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the snow-capped peaks of the Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lake shores and across ranchlands. Overnight: Kamloops Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 8: Kamloops - Vancouver On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains. Overnight: Vancouver Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 9: Vancouver Your tour ends upon checkout from your Vancouver hotel.

Canadian Rockies Getaway

From: Vancouver

Duration: 9 days/8 nights

Departures: Selected Mondays and Thursdays, 27 Apr 15-28 Sep 15

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - Jasper - Lake Louise - BanO - Kamloops - Vancouver

from $5212 pp, twin share

Day 1: Vancouver Explore this stunning city on your own. Overnight: Vancouver

Day 2: Vancouver - Kamloops On today’s journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, through forests and winding river canyons, to the interior’s desert-like environment. Overnight: Kamloops Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3: Kamloops - Ban> Continue eastward to the mighty Rockies. Highlights include Craigellachie, the climb over Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels and the Rockies before arriving in BanO. Overnight: BanO Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Ban> Sightseeing Tour BanO, visiting Bow Falls, a BanO Gondola ride and the Hoodoos before a 12-minute helicopter tour over the Rockies. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight: BanO

Day 5: Ban> - Lake Louise A half-day tour takes you into the spectacular Yoho National Park. Enjoy a free afternoon in Lake Louise. Overnight: Lake Louise

Day 6: Lake Louise - Jasper Amongst today’s highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls and an Ice Explorer ride to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Late afternoon arrival in Jasper. Overnight: Jasper

Day 7: VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Begin your VIA Rail journey across the Prairie provinces and northern Ontario. Overnight: On VIARail. Meals: Dinner

Day 8-9: VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Continue your rail journey across Canada to Toronto. Overnight: On VIA Rail Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: VIA Rail Toronto Arrival Arrive in Toronto on VIA Rail this morning. Overnight: Toronto Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Niagara Falls Tour Enjoy a full-day motorcoach tour to Niagara Falls, one of the great natural wonders of the world. A cruise on the Maid of the Mist to the base of Horseshoe Falls is included. Return to Toronto early in the evening. Overnight: Toronto Meals: Lunch

Day 12: Toronto Your tour ends upon check-out from your Toronto hotel.

TransCanada Rail Adventure

From: Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Toronto

Duration: 12 days/11 nights

Departures: Selected Sundays and Thursdays, 30 Apr 15-1 Oct 15

Route: Vancouver - Kamloops - BanO - Lake Louise - Jasper - Toronto - Niagara Falls - Toronto

Featured prices are a guide only. Your travel agent will provide the most current prices at time of quoting. Prices are inclusive of a $10 per person online booking fee, with the exception of Via Rail and Amtrak bookings which incur a fee of $15 per booking. Bookings made via email and/or telephone incur a flat fee of $55 per booking.  Booking fees are waived for bookings which include a minimum of $200 land content. Other options are available on many of the products featured.

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Whistler Sea to SkyThis 31/2 hour train trip travels along the Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. You’ll have a unique vantage point as you roll along Howe Sound, past waterfalls, forests and snow-capped mountains. The Cheakamus Canyon, home to spectacular lava columns and granite faces, will hold you spellbound.

Departures: Mondays, Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays and Sundays, 15 May 15-23 Sep 15

From: North Vancouver, also available in reverse direction from Whistler

Duration: One way or return

Price from: $221 per person, twin share

Rocky Mountaineer and Alaskan CruisesExperience the rail and sea travel combination of a rail tour and Alaskan cruise with Rocky Mountaineer and Holland America - an Alaskan cruise is the perfect complement to the world-renowned Rocky Mountaineer. Discover snow-capped mountains, rivers of ice, dense forest and gushing waterfalls as you sail to Alaska with world-class amenities. Guests aboard encounter elegance at every turn, from a string quartet serenade to the grandeur of the three-storey atrium and the signature Holland America Line service.

Destinations visited during the cruise include Tracy Arm, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay and Ketchikan.

All Rocky Mountaineer and Cruise vacations include seven nights Inside Passage Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver in Verandah Stateroom (GoldLeaf) or Ocean View Stateroom (SilverLeaf and RedLeaf) accommodation.

All of the tours featured in this brochure can be combined with a pre or post-Alaskan cruise.

Rocky Mountaineer and Rental CarRocky Mountaineer o^ers two captivating journeys that give you the best of both worlds. See the stunning Canadian Rockies unfold as you travel on the legendary Rocky Mountaineer before picking up a rental car and hitting the highways to explore some of Canada’s most beautiful destinations. The rental car comes standard with GyPSy guide audio commentary which provides informative and entertaining commentary through the car’s GPS device. Discovery Drive options are available on the First Passage to the West and Journey Through the Clouds routings. Both tour options include two days on the Rocky Mountaineer, some meals, hotel accommodation and five days full-size car rental.

First Passage to the West Discovery Drive from $2447 per person, twin share Journey Through the Clouds Discovery Drive from $3010 per person, twin share