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VIA Rail Silver and Blue Class

Jasper to Vancouver

Alaska Cruise Aboard Holland America

Independent Rail & Cruise

14 Days/13 Nights

Free Breakfast for 2 at Fairmont's

May 01 to Oct. 31, 2008

Combine two lifelong travel dreams when you travel from Jasper to Vancouver, in the comfort of VIA Rail’s Canadian in Silver & Blue Class in a private bedroom. Experience Vancouver before departing on a 7 night round trip cruise between Vancouver and Alaska aboard Holland America Cruise Line.

Cartan's Tour Highlights

Selected Departures

Calgary Airport to Banff hotel arrival transfer

5 Nights Hotel Accommodations:

2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs

1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

1 Night Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

1 Night Fairmont Waterfront

Discover Banff Tour

Sulphur Mt. Gondola

Transfer from Banff to Lake Louise

Transfer from Lake Louise to Jasper

Transfer from Jasper to VIA station

One overnight aboard VIA Rail

Silver and Blue Class in a private

Bedroom from Jasper to Vancouver,

Access to the domed viewing cars

And all meals while aboard the train

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour

Holland America Cruise Lines

7 Night round trip from Vancouver,

Alaska inside passage cruise including

All meals, entertainment and onboard activities.

Pier to Airport departure transfer in Vancouver

Maps and destination information

Hotel taxes, entrance fees, GST & Service charges on included features

Selected Departures For 2008

A Senior Discount is available if you are 60+
Rates are in US Dollars, per person, double occupancy

Single and triple rates available upon request

Your departure date and cruise category will determine the price per person based on double occupancy

Cabin May 8 May 22 Jun 5 Jun 19 Jul 3, 17 Jul 31 Aug 14 Aug 28 Sep 11

K - Inside $3,009 $3,499 $3,759 $3,809 $3,919 $3,869 $3,979 $3,929 $3,789

E - Oceanview $3,279 $3,779 $4,079 $4,159 $4,329 $4,219 $4,309 $4,209 $4,009

DD - Oceanview $3,299 $3,799 $4,109 $4,179 $4,359 $4,239 $4,329 $4,229 $4,029

DA - Oceanview $3,319 $3,829 $4,139 $4,209 $4,379 $4,269 $4,359 $4,259 $4,049

D-Oceanview $3,339 $3,859 $4,159 $4,239 $4,419 $4,289 $4,379 $4,289 $4,069

C - Oceanview $3,359 $3,889 $4,199 $4,269 $4,449 $4,329 $4,419 $4,319 $4,089

Ask About our Air Add-ons from United & Air Canada Gateways.

Additional cabin categories can be found on our website.

A Baggage & housekeeping charge of $45 per person must be added to the rates shown above.
Port taxes and government fees are an additional $350 per person.
A senior discount is available if you are 60+.

Ryndam Spa Room

See, 2008 Brochure:
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Canadian Rockies
&
Alaska Cruise
Itinerary

Oceanview stateroom

DAY 1 – ARRIVE CALGARY/BANFF

Your package includes transportation from the Calgary airport to the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and resort. When you arrive at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, you will see that it is a village within a hotel. The Banff Springs can boast of its wonderful Spa and spectacular golf course!

Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 2 – BANFF

Your “Discover Banff” tour takes you along Tunnel Mountain Drive for a stunning view of Banff. The tour also includes the Cave and Basin National Historic Stite, a stop along Lake Minnewanka. Included in your tour is the gondola ride to the top of Sulpher Mountian for spectacular views of the surrounding area.

Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 3 – BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE

A mid-day transfer from Banff to Lake Louise is planned. You will have ample time to view the lake and enjoy the grounds before dinner. The beauty of Lake Louise and the Chateau is unparalleled! Only when you see the view from The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise can you understand why people say it must be seen to be believed.

Overnight- Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

DAY 4 – LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER

Your transfer to Jasper departs at 4:15pm. The drive is beautiful! With the long summer days you will have some time to enjoy this scenic resort before nightfall.

Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 5 – VIA RAIL JASPER TO VANCOUVER

Your train is scheduled to depart at 2:15pm, so you have all morning to enjoy the surrounding beauty of the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Transportation from the Lodge to the VIA station is included. Your rail journey through the Canadian Rockies begins today. VIA Rail’s “Silver & Blue Class” provides you with a private sitting room by

Day that converts to upper and lower berths at night. All your meals are included while

On-board as well as access to the lounges and dome cars for spectacular viewing.

Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 6 – ARRIVE VANCOUVER

You will arrive into Vancouver early morning. As your hotel room may not be available for check in, we suggest you leave your bags at the hotel and use your sightseeing tour to explore this lovely city.

Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel

DAY 7 – ALASKA CRUISE

The Fairmont Waterfront is just across the street from your cruise departure point. You will feel like a welcome guest the moment you step aboard Holland America’s ship. Lunch will be available to boarding guests.

Overnights – All cruise overnights will be aboard Holland America

DAY 8 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGE
This afternoon you will arrive in Juneau, the capital of Alaska. Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, the town of Juneau has the massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields at its back door. Juneau is the place to let your imagination run wild. Explore the lush Tongass National Forest, visit the rustic shops in town or get out and kayak, dogsled, raft, hike, whale watch, FlightSee or fish. There’s no end to the adventure because of the long daylight hours. Climb aboard the Mt. Roberts Tramway for a great spot to hike and shoot a souvenir photo.

DAY 9 – JUNEAU

Juneau is the capital of Alaska and offers some interesting sightseeing. Ride up Mt. Roberts on the gondola, visit the Mendenhall Glacier and check out the Red Dog Saloon where you can enjoy a cold brew in an old-time atmosphere.

DAY 10 - SKAGWAY

Skagway is everyone’s picture of what Alaska must have been like in the Gold Rush days. It is also famous as home to The White Pass and Yukon Railroad. It is a very memorable trip. There are also many other shore excursions to choose from.

DAY 11 – GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISING

The trip to Glacier Bay takes you through scenery that is breathtakingly beautiful. You travel through passages that bring you close to the rock walls and under high cliffs.

DAY 12 - KETCHIKAN

Native heritage plays a large role in Ketchickan’s culture. For example, the largest collection of totem poles in the world is found in Ketchikan at Totem Bight State Historical Park, Saxman Native Village and the Totem Heritage Center Museum.

DAY 13 – CRUISE THE INSIDE PASSAGE

The ships fun loving crew will keep you busy and entertained throughout your cruise.

DAY 14 - VANCOUVER/HOME

Transfer from the pier (Canada Place) to Vancouver Airport.

(If you need an extra Night due to your flight schedule, we will be pleased to assist you with the arrangements.)

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