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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise |
Majestic Rockies & Canada by Rail
Itinerary |
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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Day 1 -
Calgary/Lake Louise
Lake Louise
is the perfect beginning to this trip filled with scenic wonders. Arrangements
have been made for your transfer from Calgary to Lake Louise. As you leave
Calgary, you travel through the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. Soon you
will find yourself surrounded by sweeping vistas and towering mountain peaks.
The arrival at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is quite dramatic; there in the
wilderness is a magnificent hotel and the most beautiful lake in the world.
Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 2 -
Lake Louise to Banff
Your morning
is at leisure to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lake Louise. This afternoon,
your Mountain Lakes and waterfalls tour takes you across the Great Divide into
YoHo National Park. Here you will visit Takakkaw Falls, Emerald Lake and the
Natural Rock Bridge. Following your tour, you will transfer to Banff and the
exciting Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. (Your Mountain Lakes and
Waterfall Tour is subject to seasonal operations. This tour is not offered in
May and is not included in the tour price.)
Overnight –Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Day 3 -
Banff at Leisure
The
breathtaking aura of the Rockies is yours to revel in today as you explore the
village of Banff. Highlights of your day include Bow Falls, Hoodoos, Surprise
Corner, the Cave and Basin where Banff’s history began and a gondola ride to the
top of Sulpher Mountain. This afternoon is at leisure to explore Banff’s many
boutiques and shops.
Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Day 4 - Rocky Mountaineer Rail Trip
Banff to Kamloops (Breakfast and Lunch)
Traveling by
rail gives you a unique prospective of the mountain’s spectacular scenery. The
train’s large viewing windows offer panoramic views and present excellent photo
opportunities. The Staff are experts on the passing scenery, and enjoy sharing
it with their passengers. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverage service is
provided at your seat. In Kamloops, you will be met by the Rocky Mountaineer
staff and taken to your hotel.
Overnight - Kamloops
Day 5...
Kamloops to Jasper (Breakfast and Lunch)
Your rocky
mountain adventure continues with a full day of mountain scenery on the journey
from Kamloops to Jasper. When you arrive, you will be met and taken to the
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. The Lodge is a very special place, with beautiful
grounds and a dazzling emerald lake; the perfect choice for those who like an
unhurried pace and fine accommodations.
Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 6 -
Jasper
Today your
“Discover Jasper” tour takes you to thundering waterfalls, lakes and Maligne
Canyon. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beauty of the Fairmont
Jasper Park Lodge.
Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 7 -
Depart for Toronto (Dinner)
Your morning
is at leisure. Via Rail departs Jasper early this afternoon, so we will arrange
to get you to the station with time to visit the shops. You can take care of
any last moment shopping and pick up some snacks for the train. Be sure to keep
your camera handy, as the Jasper Rail station will make you feel as if you have
taken a step back in time. Your bedroom is VIA Rail’s “top of the line”
accommodation. Your sitting room by day converts to upper and lower berths at
night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see you settled into your room.
As a Silver and Blue class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use
of the lounges and access to the domed skyline cars.
Overnight – Via Rail Sleeper Car
Day 8 -
Via Rail Enroute to Toronto (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Rail travel
remains so popular, because of the fine service and care offered by the VIA Rail
Staff. Breakfast and Lunch is open seating, the Via Rail Staff will confirm
dining times for dinner. One of the great pleasures of traveling by train is
meeting people from all over the world.
Overnight - Via Rail Sleeper Car
Day 9 -
Arrive Toronto (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Yet another
day of rail travel is yours to enjoy. You are scheduled to arrive into Toronto
this evening. Overnight arrangements have been confirmed at the Fairmont Royal
York.
Overnight – Fairmont Royal York
Day 10 –
Toronto/Home
Toronto is a
beautiful city with a lovely waterfront, wonderful shops and interesting
sightseeing attractions. A transfer to Toronto airport has been arranged. We
hope you have enjoyed this visit to Canada and look forward to seeing you on
another Cartan Tour very soon!
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