Holidays to Canada - 'Rocky Mountaineer', the classic rail journey through the Rockies Ref: C200

Day 1
Vancouver - Kamloops
Travel o­nboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. En route you will pass through the fertile Fraser Valley and the scenic Fraser Canyon. o­ne of the canyon's true highlights is Hell's Gate, where you will watch water torrent past the canyon's walls at its narrowest point. Upon leaving the Fraser Canyon, the train will follow the Thompson River to the city of Kamloops where you will be transferred to your hotel. Breakfast & Lunch Included
Overnight(1): Kamloops*

Day 2
Kamloops - Banff or Calgary
After your transfer to the station, continue your journey eastwards to the Canadian Rockies. First, you will travel through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. Next, pass Craigellachie, where the "last spike" was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. Beyond Craigellachie is Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers, and snow capped-mountains. Before crossing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park, the train will travel through the unique Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. End your tour in Banff this evening or continue to the Stampede City of Calgary. Hors d'oeuvres will be served o­nboard if you continue your journey to Calgary. Breakfast & Lunch Included

OR

Day 2
Kamloops to Jasper
Back o­nboard the Rocky Mountaineer you will follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus into the snowy peaks of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Pass by Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 12,972 ft, before entering Jasper National Park. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon. Breakfast & Lunch Included

[Please note, the Rocky Mountaineer also operates from Calgary, Banff or Jasper to Vancouver. The duration remains the same but with a reverse itinerary].


Redleaf Service features include:
Assigned seating in fully reclining seats with extended legroom
Picture windows
Temperature controlled comfort
Meal service at your seat
Chilled breakfast and luncheon selections
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and snacks
One night moderate hotel accommodation in Kamloops
Return coach transfers between Kamloops train station and your hotel
A Rocky Mountaineer Railtours information package
Informative commentary by knowledgeable o­n-board service attendants
N.B. Main luggage is checked to your final destination and will not be available during the train journey, a small overnight bag is required.


Goldleaf Service features include:
Assigned seating in bi-level dome coach
Panoramic views from full-length dome windows
Temperature controlled comfort
Reclining dome level seats with extended leg room
Dining room seats with picture windows
Hot gourmet breakfast and lunch daily in the GoldLeaf Dining Room
Complimentary snacks and all beverages
One night moderate hotel accommodation in Kamloops
Return coach transfers between Kamloops train station and your hotel
Luggage delivered to your Kamloops hotel room
A Rocky Mountaineer Railtours information package
Informative commentary by knowledgeable o­n-board service attendants
PLEASE NOTE GOLDLEAF SELLS OUT VERY QUICKLY

Rail Tour Start Dates:
Starts Vancouver to Banff or Calgary (Eastbound)

2010
Apr 23,30
May 03,04,07,10,11,14,17,18,21,24,25,28,31
Jun 01,04,07,11,14,18,21,25,28
Jul 02,09,12,16,23,26,30
Aug 06,09,13,20,23,27,30
Sep 03,06,10,13,17
Oct 01,05

Starts Vancouver to Jasper  (Eastbound)

2010
Apr 23,30
May 04,07,11,14,18,21,25,28
Jun 01,04,08,11,15,18,22,25,29
Jul 02,06,09,13,16,20,23,27,30
Aug 03,06,10,13,17,20,24,27,31
Sep 03,07,10,14,17
Oct 01,05

Rail Tour Start Dates:
Starts Calgary or Banff to Vancouver (Westbound)

2010
Apr 25
May 02,05,06,09,12,13,16,19,20,23,26,27,30
Jun 02,03,06,09,13,16,20,23,27,30
Jul 04,11,14,18,25,28
Aug 01,08,11,15,22,25,29
Sep 01,05,08,12,15,19
Oct 03,07

• 2 day train journey in Redleaf or Goldleaf assigned seating
• Breakfast and lunch on both days
• Return transfers between railway station and hotel in Kamloops
• One night's moderate hotel accommodation in Kamloops
• (See full descriptions above)

• Meals, other than specified
• Transfers, other than specified