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Canada By Rail with The Rockies From Vancouver Free Breakfast for 2 at Fairmont's
May 01 to
Oct. 31, 2008 Vancouver, VIA Rail’s Canadian in Silver and Blue Class in a private bedroom from Vancouver to Jasper and Jasper to Toronto with stays in the Canadian Rockies in Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff
When we first
introduced our Canada By Rail with the Rockies and Vancouver package, it was an
instant success. We are often asked if the package can start in Vancouver
and of course it can. So this year we have added this package starting in
Vancouver with a collection of excellent hotels. If you prefer to stay in
all Fairmont Hotels, please let us know and we will make the arrangements.
Day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver Welcome to Vancouver. The
Marriott Pinnacle puts you in the heart of the city, close to shops, museums and
restaurants. Day 2 - Via Rail Vancouver to Jasper You have most of the day at
leisure to explore and enjoy Vancouver. Your train departs at 5:30. The
doorman will assist you with getting a taxi to the rail station. Nothing shows
you Canada like a trip on the train. 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 Service passenger, your fare includes all
meals, use of any of the lounges and access to the skyline car for spectacular
viewing. Day 3 - Enroute to Jasper You will wake this morning to
the beauty of the Canadian Rockies, as you continue your rail journey to
Jasper. Morning coffee and a full Canadian breakfast are offered prior to your
arrival in Jasper. We have arranged for you to be met at the station and taken
to your hotel. This afternoon, consider a visit to Mt. Edith Cavil, or the
Jasper Tramway, the longest aerial tramway in Canada. At the top of Whistlers
Mountain, you can dine at their mountaintop restaurant. Day 4 - Jasper to Lake Louise Your transfer to Lake Louise
leaves at 12:50PM. The drive to Lake Louise is beautiful. Your arrival at the
Chateau gives you time to view the lake and enjoy the grounds before dinner.
The beauty of Lake Louise and the Chateau is unique. Only when you see the view
from the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise can you understand why people say, “you
must see it to believe it.” Day 5 – Lake Louise to Banff Enjoy a leisurely morning at
Lake Louise, as we have reserved an afternoon transfer to Banff and the Rimrock
resort. Built into the mountainside, this beautiful hotel offers exceptional
views from their lobby. You are an easy walk to the Sulpher Mountain Gondola
and the sulpher hot spring pools. The hotel provides a shuttle bus to and from
downtown Banff. Day 6 - Banff at Leisure You are never at a loss for
things to do in Banff. The town is filled with delightful shops and
boutiques. Be sure to include a visit to the Fairmont Banff Springs, for the
hotel is truly a village in itself. If you like outdoor activities, you can
golf, ride bikes, hike and take a trip to the top of Sulphur Mountain for
stunning views. Day 7 – Banff to Jasper If during your travels to Banff
you saw places and longed to stop, your full day sightseeing excursion will take
you to many of them. As you travel to Jasper along the Icefield’s parkway, you
will pass some of the most beautiful vistas found anyplace on the globe. A stop
at the awesome Athabasca Glacier for a snocoach ride on this prehistoric river
of endless ice is included in your day. Emerald Lakes, towering waterfalls and
mountain peaks make this a day to remember. Your full day sightseeing excursion
will bring you into Jasper late this afternoon where overnight arrangements have
been confirmed at the Sawridge Resort. Day 8 & 9 - VIA Rail Jasper to Toronto Your morning is at leisure.
Your train departs early this afternoon and arrangements have been made with the
hotel for your transfer to the rail station. Once aboard the train, the staff
will see you settled into your bedroom. As a Silver and Blue Service passenger,
your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to the
skyline car for spectacular viewing. As you continue your rail journey from
Vancouver to Toronto, you will have travel through five of Canada's Provinces.
The mountain scenery between Vancouver and Jasper is hard to beat, but as you
travel through the prairie lands of Alberta and Saskatchewan, you come to
realize that they have a beauty that is all their own. In Manitoba, you enter a
land of forest and lakes. This wealth of forest and water made Winnipeg, located
at the junction of the Red, Assiniboine and Seine Rivers the capital of Canada's
fur trade. You also see what a lifeline the train is for people who live where
roads are few but lakes, rivers and waterways abound. Day 10 - Arrive Toronto 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, located
just across the street from the rail station. Day 11 – Toronto/Home Toronto is a beautiful city with a lovely waterfront, wonderful shops and interesting sightseeing attractions, if time allows, explore this lovely city. We have provided a voucher for your transfer from the hotel to the airport. NOTE: Snocoach Tours onto the Columbia Icefields are subject to seasonal operations. If you would like more information on any of our tours, please go to our "Request Form". Site Map For Tour Package Information Contact SNOWBIRD TRAVEL AGENCY Snowbird Travel Agency@Copyright 1998-2008. All rights
reserved.
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