Western Canadian Rail Adventure
Details
- Tour Operator
- Globus
- Duration
- 13 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Vancouver | (Sat.) Your Western Canadian Rail vacation begins this evening with a Welcome recept ion hosted by your Tour Director. (WR) |
| Day 2 | Kamloops | (Sun.) At Vancouver's Rocky Mountaineer Station, board the Rocky Mounta ineer. Follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy an optional dinner and a show at Two River Junction. (B,L) Note: |
| Day 3 | Banff | (Mon.) Back aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, journey from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake with its thousand miles of shoreline. The Kicking Horse River leads to passes over the Continental Divide to Banff National Park. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | Banff | (Tue.) Tour the highlights of Banff, then travel north to two of the crown jewels of the Rockies: Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch at the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel. (B,L) |
| Day 5 | Jasper | (Wed.) Today, travel north on the awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway, where snow-domed peaks, waterfalls, lakes, and wildlife compete for your attention. Experience an "Ice Explorer" ride on the gigantic Athabasca Glacier, then continue past thundering Athabasca Falls en route to Jasper. (B,D) |
| Day 6 | Jasper | (Thu.) This morning, enjoy an included CRUISE to Spirit Island on nearby Maligne Lake. A GLOBUS PLATINUM EXCLUSIVE, you select how you wish to spend your afternoon. Choose between a FLOAT TRIP on the scenic Athabasca River or a guided NATURE WALK to learn more about the area's flora and fauna. (B) |
| Day 7 | Prince George | (Fri.) This morning is at leisure to explore more of Jasper. We depart for Prince George following the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, peaking at 12,972 feet. Then it's on to Prince George, formerly a fur-trading post and now a thriving commercial center. (B,D) |
| Day 8 | Prince Rupert | (Sat.) Your rail journey takes you along the Skeena River Valley. Enjoy at-your-seat meal service and large reclining seats as scenic highlights along the route roll by. Bald eagles, black bears, moose, and other wildlife are often spotted from the train in this remote and beautiful area. Arrive in Prince Rupert this evening for a 2-night stay. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | Prince Rupert | (Sun.) This morning, take time to experience Prince Rupert. The city, which is located on Kaien Island just 140 miles south of Ketchikan, Alaska, is surrounded by huge forest-covered hills. Learn about the canning industry at the NORTHERN PACIFIC CANNERY VILLAGE MUSEUM. Later this afternoon, enjoy leisure time to explore on your own. (B,D) |
| Day 10 | Port Hardy | (Mon.) Depart Prince Rupert and cruise southward aboard a BC FERRY through the awe-inspiring Inside Passage, a natural marine highway. This 15-hour journey takes you past spectacular coastal rainforests and majestic coastal mountains. Marine life is abundant in this area. Watch for humpback whales, porpoises, and sea lions. The ship offers open-air decks for sunning and viewing. You will arrive in Port Hardy this evening around 10:30 p.m. (B) |
| Day 11 | Victoria | (Tue.) Travel south by motorcoach along the entire length of Vancouver Island to the charming British "Garden City" of Victoria. (B) |
| Day 12 | Victoria | (Wed.) Victoria sightseeing includes a visit to the world-famous BUTCHART GARDENS, whose 130-acre estate boasts Italian, Japanese, and English-style gardens. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a FAREWELL DINNER. (B,D) |
| Day 13 | Vancouver | (Thu.) This morning, travel via BC Ferry through the Gulf Islands back to the British Columbia mainland for a transfer to Vancouver International Airport. Please schedule flights after 2 p.m. (B) |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
VANCOUVER Marriott Pinnacle Hotel (SF) KAMLOOPS Determined by Rocky Mountaineer (BA) BANFF Rimrock Resort (D) JASPER Sawridge Inn (F) PRINCE GEORGE Coast Inn of the North (F) PRINCE RUPERT Crest Hotel (SF) PORT HARDY Glen Lyon Inn (F) VICTORIA Hotel Grand Pacific (SF)
- Disclaimer
- US$ Price Details
Applicable air fare taxes and fees
Single Room Supplement:
NCK $1174.Triple Room reduction per person:
NCK $218.Extra nights per person in Vancouver:
in single room $256; in twin room $151; in triple room $124
Our volume buying power saves you money!
-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable.
Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature.
