SPIRIT OF THE ROCKIES with ALASKAN CRUISE EXT (NCRI2010)

Hotels


Vancouver
Fairmont Waterfront (D),

Kamloops
Determined by Rocky Mountaineer (BA),

Banff
Fairmont Banff Springs (MD),

Lake Louise
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (D),

Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (MD),

Sun Peaks
Delta Sun Peaks Resort (F),

Whistler
Fairmont Chateau Whistler (D),

Victoria
Hotel Grand Pacific (SF),

Alaska Cruise Extension
Holland America’s MS Volendam

Meals
American breakfast daily (B); 3 lunches (L); 5 three-course dinners (D), including a farewell dinner in Victoria. Breakfast on RedLeaf Service is a deluxe continental—not a full American breakfast. Alaska Cruise Extension: 20 additional meals.

Day 1:
Arrive in Vancouver, BC. (Sat.) Welcome to Vancouver, your gateway to the Canadian Rockies! At 6 pm, meet
your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

Day 2:
Vancouver. (Sun.) This morning, tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles. The remainder of the day is free to explore Vancouver’s many attractions at your leisure. (B)

Day 3:
Vancouver–Rocky Mountaineer®–Kamloops. (Mon.) At Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station, board the ROCKY MOUNTAINEER. Follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy an optional dinner and a show, Rhythms on the Rails. (B,L)

Note: Kamloops properties are considered moderate 2- or 3-star hotels or motor inns. The city does not offer any hotels in the superior category. Your chosen hotel is determined by Rocky Mountaineer Railtours; however, you can rest assured it satisfies our high standards of cleanliness and comfort. For your convenience, baggage that will not be needed during the train journey will be checked through to Banff. Checked luggage will not be accessible during the journey. Plan to pack an overnight bag with necessities for the train portion of the tour, including medications, eyeglasses, and other important items (GoldLeaf passengers will have their luggage delivered to their Kamloops hotel).

Day 4:
Kamloops–Rocky Mountaineer–Banff. (Tue.) Back aboard the ROCKY MOUNTAINEER, journey from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake with its many miles of shoreline. The Kicking Horse River passes over the Continental Divide to BANFF NATIONAL PARK. (B,L)

Special Feature: Spend the next two nights at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, internationally recognized as the 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 5:
Banff. (Wed.) Breathe in the fresh mountain air! This morning, tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner. Later, enjoy your choice of activities! A Globus Platinum exclusive, CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE this afternoon. Take a leisurely NATURE WALK with a picnic lunch or enjoy AFTERNOON TEA at the Banff Springs Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 6:
Banff–Lake Louise. (Thu.) En route to Lake Louise today we’ll take a side trip to see one of the crown jewels of the Rockies—Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Here, 10 mountain peaks soar above 10,000 feet and surround the tranquil waters of the lake. Later, we arrive at enchanting Lake Louise. After we have checked into our rooms, the rest of the day is free to fully enjoy the beauty, romance, and serenity of this famous location. (B,D)

Special Feature: Overnight at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Built as a log cabin in 1890, the Chateau has grown to be world famous and has welcomed celebrities and royals including Queen Elizabeth II, Alfred Hitchcock, and Marilyn Monroe. Take a leisurely stroll along the pristine lake, pamper yourself in the spa, or just relax with afternoon tea at this historic Canadian resort.

Day 7:
Lake Louise–Icefields Parkway–Jasper. (Fri.) Travel on the awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway past towering peaks and immense hanging glaciers to JASPER NATIONAL PARK. View sapphire Peyto Lake, ride an exciting ICE EXPLORER on the 1,000-foot-thick Athabasca Glacier, and see thundering Athabasca Falls. Your overnight destination is the charming village of Jasper in Jasper National Park. (B,D)

Special Feature: Spend this evening 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. Take a nature hike, play a game of croquet, enjoy a canoe trip on the lake, or just take in the beauty of this tranquil setting.

Day 8:
Jasper–Sun Peaks. (Sat.) Departing Jasper, watch the scenery unfold while traveling the Yellowhead Highway along the Fraser and Thompson Rivers. This is the same route followed by the early fur brigades of the Hudson’s Bay Company as they paddled fully laden canoes to the Pacific Coast. Pass regal Mount Robson; at 12,972 feet, it is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. (B)

Day 9:
Sun Peaks–Whistler. (Sun.) A spectacular day lies ahead! This morning, travel past some of the most beautiful and rugged lakes and mountains in British Columbia. This afternoon, we arrive in Whistler—one of Canada’s newest and most exciting mountain resorts, and host of the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics—and settle into the deluxe Fairmont Chateau Whistler. (B,D)

Special Feature: Overnight at the all-season luxury resort, the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Nestled at the base of breathtaking Blackcomb Mountain, the Chateau Whistler brings old and new together in a seamless meld of historical style and modern beauty. Enjoy impeccable service and outstanding cuisine in this pristine mountain wilderness.

Day 10:
Whistler–Victoria. (Mon.) This morning, enjoy a visit and private breakfast at the SQUAMISH LIL’WAT CULTURAL CENTRE, dedicated to the history and culture of the First Nations people. Afterward, Victoria awaits! Board a BC FERRY for a picturesque cruise to Vancouver Island and the charming, very British “Garden City” of Victoria. En route, visit the world-famous BUTCHART GARDENS. This estate offers more than 700 varieties of flowers on 55 acres and includes Italian, Japanese, and English-style gardens. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of the many restaurants in this harbor city. (B)

Day 11:
Victoria. (Tue.) Today, discover British Columbia’s capital with a city highlights tour. Later, another CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE activity! Enjoy traditional HIGH TEA at the grand Fairmont Empress Hotel or, for the more adventurous, choose the WHALE-WATCHING excursion from Victoria’s Inner Harbour. This afternoon is at leisure to do as you please. Perhaps stroll around the Parliament buildings or shop the many stores this charming city has to offer. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner. (B,D)

Day 12:
Victoria–Vancouver (Embarkation). (Wed.) This morning, transfer back to Vancouver, where you will board Holland America’s MS Volendam to begin your cruise. (B,D)

Day 13:
Cruising: Scenic Inside Passage. (Thu.) (B,L,D)

Day 14:
Cruising: Tracy Arm & Juneau. (Fri.) (B,L,D)

Day 15:
Cruising: Skagway & Gold Rush Gateway. (Sat.) (B,L,D)

Day 16:
Cruising: Glacier Bay National Park. (Sun.) (B,L,D)

Day 17:
Cruising: Ketchikan. (Mon.) (B,L,D)

Day 18:
Cruising: Inside Passage. (Tue.) (B,L,D)

Day 19:
Vancouver (Disembarkation). (Wed.) Transfers provided to Vancouver International Airport. Please schedule flights after 11:30 am. (B)

Note: Cruise not available on the 9/11 departure. Cruise itineraries are provided by Holland America Line and are most up to date at time of printing. Your travel documents will contain the most current information.

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City Highlights


Vancouver:
Guided sightseeing

Rocky Mountaineer:
2-day scenic train trip

Banff National Park:
Choose Your Experience Enjoy a nature walk with picnic lunch or afternoon tea at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Columbia Icefield:
Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield

Jasper National Park:
Sightseeing

Whistler:
Breakfast at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre

Victoria:
Guided sightseeing, including world-famous Butchart Gardens; farewell dinner; Choose Your Experience Enjoy high tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel or a whale-watching excursionNote:Maximum elevation on vacation: 7,705 ft.The Rocky Mountaineer travels through spectacular Canadian scenery. RedLeaf Service provides spacious, fully reclining seats, picture windows, and delicious meals served at your seat; an upgrade to GoldLeaf Dome Service offers luxury reminiscent of a bygone era including extra attendants, an elegant dome car, and gourmet meals in a separate dining car.

Ship
MS Volendam

Price Details US
Pricing is based on RedLeaf Service on the Rocky Mountaineer.Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service for a supplement of $750. Please book early, as upgrade space is limited.Pricing is based on inside cabin, category K; upgrade to an outside category D from $229 or a verandah cabin category B from $1039.Cruise line non-commissionable fare, government taxes, and fees of $351 are additional on cruise extension.Single Room Supplement: $2274Triple Room Reduction per person: $215Extra nights per person in Vancouver:May: in single room $277; in twin room $164; in triple room $137Jun.-Oct.: in single room $306; in twin room $178; in triple room $146

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