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Lake Louise

Niagara Falls

St. Foy

Whistler

Quesnel

Alaska

Boston

Vancouver

Victoria

CalgaryKamloops

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Saskatoon

Winnipeg

Toronto

Ottawa

Montréal

Kingston

Seattle

Prince Rupert

Prince George

Ban�

Churchill

Halifax

Moncton

GaspéPerce’

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER VIA RAIL LE MASSIF


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Charlevoix

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• Departures on Monday, Thursday, or Saturday*• Airport to hotel arrival transfer and hotel to rail station transfer• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 1 Night Vancouver* 1 Night Jasper* 1 Night Lake Louise* 2 Nights Banff* (*please see our price charts for your hotel plan choices)• 1 Overnight aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Vancouver to Jasper with access to a domed-viewing car & breakfast and lunch aboard the train• Rail station to hotel transfer in Jasper• Transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff, & Banff to the Calgary Airport• Explore Banff tour• Sulphur Mountain Gondola• Maps and destination information• Baggage handling and housekeeping at mountain hotels• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable

Cartan’s Tour Highlights

Staying at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Banff Springs

Staying at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Sawridge Inn, Deer Lodge, Rimrock Resort

Season PriceMay 1 - 25 $3,299 May 27 - June 26 $3,899 June 29 - Sep 14 $3,999 Sep 16 - 25 $3,799 Sept 28 - Oct 12 $3,299

Season PriceMay 1 - 29 $2,699 Jun 1 - Sep 25 $2,899 Sep 28 - Oct 12 $2,799

DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver. Vancouver’s hailed as one of the world’s most livable cities, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and ocean views.Overnight – Vancouver

DAY 2 – VIA RAIL/VANCOUVER TO JASPEROur city sightseeing tour will give you an excellent overview of Vancouver. This evening, check-in at the station and board VIA Rail’s Canadian. Fall asleep to the gentle rocking of the train in the confines of your sleeper cabin. Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 3 – JASPERAwaken to mountain views, as you travel through the Canadian Rockies. Breakfast and lunch are served in the dining car. Be sure to enjoy spectacular views from a dome car. Overnight – Jasper

DAY 4 – JASPER TO LAKE LOUISEYour morning is at leisure to enjoy the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. This afternoon, you travel by motorcoach along the Icefields Parkway**, considered one of the most scenic highways in North America. Overnight – Lake Louise

DAY 5 – LAKE LOUISE TO BANFFHave your camera ready to capture the amazing beauty of Lake Louise with Victoria Glacier as the backdrop. The color of the lake is impossible to describe but once seen, the memory will linger for many years. We have arranged an afternoon transfer to Banff.Overnight – Banff

DAY 6 – BANFF SIGHTSEEINGBring your camera, as your Explore Banff tour takes you along Tunnel Mountain Drive for a great view of Banff. Visit Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos and enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain.Overnight – Banff

DAY 7 – TRANSFER/BANFF TO CALGARY AIRPORTBid farewell to the beautiful Canadian Rockies, with a promise to return soon.

* This tour can be done in reverse** A Columbia Icefield tour with an Ice Explorer ride may be added for an additional $155 per person.Prices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy.


Lake Louise

CalgaryBanff

Charny

Boston

Vancouver

Jasper

Kingston

QuébecHalifax

Moncton

GaspéPerce’

City

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VIA RAIL

HOTEL STAYMOTORCOACH

7 Days • Independent Rail

ROMANTIC ROCKIES

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DAY 1 – ARRIVE CALGARY/BANFFYour package includes transportation from the Calgary Airport to your hotel. When you arrive at the Fairmont Banff Springs, you will see that it is a village within a hotel.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 2 – BANFF SIGHTSEEINGYour Explore Banff tour takes you along Tunnel Mountain for stunning views of Banff. The tour also includes Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos, and a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for spectacular 360 degree views of the Bow Valley. Your driver-guide will narrate the history and growth of Banff and point out any wildlife sightings.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 3 – BANFF/LAKE LOUISEA mid-day transfer from Banff to Lake Louise has been reserved. The beauty of the lake and the Chateau are unparalleled. Only when you see the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise can you understand why people say, “You must see it to believe it.” With the long summer days, there will be ample daylight well into the evening to enjoy the ambience of the lake, glacier, and mountains.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

DAY 4 – LAKE LOUISE/JASPERYou have most of the day to enjoy the beautiful flowers and emerald waters of Lake Louise, with Victoria Glacier in the distance. The drive along the parkway from Lake Louise to Jasper is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Upon arrival, be on the lookout for wildlife that frequent the grounds. Nature mixes with mankind harmoniously in Jasper.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 5 – VIA RAIL/JASPER TO VANCOUVERThe morning is yours to enjoy Lac Beavert, Mount Edith Cavell, and the entire grounds of the Lodge before your transfer to the Jasper VIA Rail station. Your journey continues through the Canadian Rockies by rail today. Your bedroom is a sitting room by day, that converts to upper and lower berths at night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see that you are settled into your room. As a Sleeper Plus Class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to a domed skyline car for spectacular viewing.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 6 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERA morning arrival into Vancouver is scheduled. Your hotel room may not be ready. We suggest you leave your bags at the hotel and use your sightseeing tour to explore this lovely city.Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 7 – VANCOUVER AT LEISUREYour hop on/off city sightseeing tour is good for 2 consecutive days, giving you all day to explore Vancouver. This will allow you to go back and spend additional time at sites you visited yesterday, or time to enjoy other interesting stops on the trolley route.Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 8 – ALASKA CRUISEThe pier is close to either hotel. You will feel like a welcomed guest the moment you step aboard Holland America’s Volendam. Lunch will be available to boarding guests. Overnights – All overnights will be aboard Holland America’s Volendam

• Select Wednesday departures as shown • Arrival transfer from Calgary to Banff• 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs• Explore Banff tour• Sulphur Mountain Gondola• Transfer from Banff to Lake Louise• 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise• Transfer from Lake Louise to Jasper• 1 Night Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge• Transfer from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge to VIA Rail station• 1 Overnight aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Jasper to Vancouver with meals on the train and access to a domed-viewing car• Transfer from Vancouver rail station to hotel• 2 Nights Fairmont Waterfront or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Holland America - Volendam 7 Nights roundtrip from Vancouver• Ports of call include: Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay.• Transfer from the cruise pier to the Vancouver Airport• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


15 Days • Independent Rail & CruiseCANADIAN ROCKIES

AND ALASKA CRUISECANADIAN ROCKIES

AND ALASKA CRUISE

DAY 9 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGERelax and enjoy the passing scenery, as well as the many activities offered during your cruise.

DAY 10 – CRUISING TRACY ARM/JUNEAUTracy Arm is a narrow, 26 mile-long fjord with dramatic glaciers that create icebergs of every size and shape that slowly drift and make their way to the sea. 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, flightseeing 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 take a dramatic souvenir photo.

DAY 11 – SKAGWAYSkagway is everyone’s picture of what Alaska must have been like during the Gold Rush. It is also famous for being the home of The White Pass and Yukon Railroad. It is a very memorable trip. Visions of past Klondike days are plentiful with old-time saloons, shops, memorabilia, and costumed people throughout town.

DAY 12 – GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISINGThe 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 13 – KETCHIKANNative heritage plays a large role in Ketchikan 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 14 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGEThe ship’s fun-loving crew will keep you busy and entertained throughout your cruise.

DAY 15 – VANCOUVER/HOMETransfer from the pier (Canada Place) to the 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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A Columbia Icefield tour with an Ice Explorer ride may be added for an additional $155 per person. Port taxes and government fees are an additional $495 per person. Prices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy. Additional cabin categories and dates can be found on our website www.cartantours.com.

Cabin May 10, 24 June 7, 21 July 5, 19 Aug 2, 16, 30 Sept 13

K - Inside $4,849 $5,649 $5,549

E - Outside $4,999 $5,899 $5,699

D - Outside $5,299 $5,999 $5,799

AA - Verandah $6,599 $7,399 $7,199


• Daily departures*• Airport to hotel arrival transfer 2 Nights Vancouver 2 Nights Victoria 2 Nights Seattle• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing• Full day sightseeing excursion to Victoria and Butchart Gardens (tour to Gardens ends Sept. 30)• Victoria Clipper ferry transfer from Victoria to Seattle• Seattle hop on/off city sightseeing• Departure transfer from hotel to Seattle Airport• Maps and destination information• Hotel taxes & GST as applicable* This tour can be done in reverse


7 Days • Independent Niagara Falls

Charny

BostonVancouver

VictoriaToronto

Ottawa

Montréal

Kingston

QuébecHalifax

Moncton

GaspéPerce’

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Seattle

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

VIA RAIL

DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver! Your package includes a transfer from the airport to your hotel. Whether you chose the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver or the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, you will be in the heart of the city, close to shops, museums and restaurants.Overnight – Vancouver

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER AT LEISUREYour hop on/off sightseeing tour includes numerous stops around Vancouver to explore this lovely city. The trolley loop tour conveniently allows you to spend as much time as you like at all of Vancouver’s most popular attractions: Robson Street, Stanley Park, Canada Place, Granville Island, Yaletown, Chinatown and Gastown.Overnight –Vancouver

DAY 3 – VANCOUVER/VICTORIAThis morning, depart for delightful Victoria. Your motorcoach will be driven aboard a modern BC ferry for a refreshing cruise through the Strait of Georgia to Victoria. Here you will visit the world famous Butchart Gardens and Victoria’s historic waterfront. The Fairmont Empress puts you in the center of everything and Victoria’s Parliament buildings, etched in lights, make nightfall truly enchanting. The charming Chateau Victoria is located right behind the Empress, steps from the inner harbour. This welcoming and elegant property, promises to make your stay in Victoria very memorable.Overnight – Victoria

DAY 4 – VICTORIA AT LEISUREVictoria has numerous endearing qualities, but the one you will remember most is the warmth and kindness extended by everyone you meet. Victoria is so beautiful that just being outside is a pleasure. Take a ride on the water taxi, stroll the shops, visit the museums and don’t forget that afternoon tea is a special treat in any of Victoria’s many teashops.Overnight – Victoria

DAY 5 – VICTORIA/SEATTLEA ferry crossing has been pre-reserved for you on the high speed Victoria Clipper. The crossing takes about 3 hours & departs from Victoria’s Inner Harbour. While onboard, sit back and relax, shop at the onboard gift shop, enjoy a meal basket that can be purchased or step out on deck and enjoy the beauty of the passing scenery. Upon arrival into Seattle, either hotel choice is just a short cab ride from the terminal. The Fairmont Olympic is ideally located in the heart of Seattle, footsteps from the city’s most exciting attractions. This luxury property offers countless amenities including a health club, spa and indoor pool. The Sheraton Seattle is also in a great location, steps away from all major attractions. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Elliott Bay, the Cascade Mountain Range and the vibrant, eclectic downtown skyline. There’s so much to do in Seattle! Take a walk on the waterfront and stop at Pike Place Market where you can shop, visit the flower and fruit stands, and watch vendors toss the daily catch into bins for sale at the fish market! Then head to the top of the Space Needle for a breathtaking view of the city! Overnight – Seattle

DAY 6 – SEATTLE AT LEISUREA city tour of Seattle has been included today. You can sightsee around the city at your own pace with the hop-on/off trolley, allowing you to enjoy each stop as little or as much as you please.Overnight – Seattle

DAY 7 – SEATTLE/HOMETransfers from your hotel to the airport have been arranged. We hope you have enjoyed your visit to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest!

Staying at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Empress, Fairmont Olympic

Staying at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Chateau Victoria, Sheraton Seattle

Season PriceMay 1 - June 11 $2,099 June 12 - 16 $2,399 June 17 - Sep 5 $2,099 Sep 6 - 11 $2,399 Sep 12 - 28 $2,099

Season PriceMay 1 - June 13 $1,599 June 14 - Aug 28 $1,699 Aug 30 - Sep 25 $1,599

Departure dates on or within the seasons shown, determine the pricein USD per person, based on double occupancy.

VANCOUVER,

VICTORIA, SEATTLEVANCOUVER,

VICTORIA, SEATTLE

DAY 1 – ARRIVE CALGARY/BANFFTransportation from Calgary to Banff is provided. Banff is the perfect place to begin your tour!Overnight – Rimrock Resort Hotel

DAY 2 –BANFF/LAKE LOUISE SIGHTSEEINGThis morning your tour will include: Johnston Canyon, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, The Valley of the Ten Peaks, Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge and Takakkaw Falls. Arrive back into Banff in the afternoon.Overnight – Rimrock Resort Hotel

DAY 3 – BANFF TO KAMLOOPS/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)Today your Rocky Mountaineer journey takes you over the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Pass, and Roger’s Pass. Ride through tunnels and snow-sheds, while passing glistening glaciers. Continue along Shuswap Lake, the South Thompson River and the ranchlands leading to Kamloops.Overnight – Kamloops

DAY 4 – KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)You return to the train for another day of scenic wonders through the fertile fields of the Fraser River Valley and the towering peaks of the Coastal Mountains on your way to Vancouver. Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 5 – VANCOUVER/AT LEISUREYou have a full day to explore Vancouver with the hop on/off trolley tour. The entire loop takes about two hours with trolleys running every twenty minutes. There are numerous stops for you to enjoy throughout the city.Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 6 – ALASKA CRUISEThe pier is close to your hotel. You will feel like a welcomed guest the moment you step aboard Holland America’s Volendam. Lunch will be available to boarding guests. Overnights – All overnights will be aboard Holland America’s Volendam

DAY 7 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGERelax and enjoy the passing scenery, as well as the many activities offered during your cruise.

DAY 8 – CRUISING TRACY ARM/JUNEAUTracy Arm is a narrow, 26 mile-long fjord with dramatic glaciers that create icebergs of every size and shape. This afternoon you will arrive in Juneau. The town of Juneau has the massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields at its back door.

DAY 9 – SKAGWAYSkagway is everyone’s picture of what Alaska must have been like during the Gold Rush with visions of the Klondike days. It is also home of the White Pass and Yukon Railroad.

DAY 10 – GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISINGThe trip to Glacier Bay takes you through passages that bring you close to the rock walls and under high cliffs. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful!

DAY 11 – KETCHIKANNative heritage plays a large role in Ketchikan culture which includes the largest collection of totem poles in the world found at Totem Bight State Historical Park, Saxman Native Village and the Totem Heritage Center Museum.

DAY 12 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGEThe ship’s fun-loving crew will keep you busy and entertained throughout your cruise.

DAY 13 – VANCOUVER/HOMETransfer from the cruise pier to the Vancouver Airport. (If you need an extra night due to your flight schedule, we will be pleased to assist you with the arrangements.)


• Select Friday departures• Airport transfers in Calgary and Vancouver• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 2 Nights Rimrock Resort Hotel 1 Night Kamloops 2 Nights Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre• Full day sightseeing Banff/Lake Louise area• 2 Full days of scenic rail travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service from Banff to Kamloops & Kamloops to Vancouver. Breakfast and lunch are served at your seat each day of your trip (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)• Vancouver city hop on/off sightseeing tour• Holland America – Volendam 7 Night roundtrip cruise from Vancouver • Ports of call include: Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay • Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


UNITED STATES OF AMERICACharny

Alaska

Boston

Vancouver Calgary

KamloopsBanff

Halifax

Moncton

GaspéPerce’

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER VIA RAIL


Cabin May 12, 26

June 9, 23 July 7, 21 Aug 4, 18

Sept 1, 15

K - Inside $4,649 $4,699 $4,599E - Outside $4,799 $4,999 $4,799D - Outside $4,999 $5,199 $4,899

AA - Verandah $6,299 $6,599 $6,299

Port Taxes and government fees are an additional $495 per person. Prices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy. Additional cabin categories can be found on our website www.cartantours.com.

MOUNTAIN TRACKS,

TO THE SEAMOUNTAIN TRACKS,

TO THE SEA

DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver! The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver makes you feel special from the moment you arrive. Here, in the heart of the city, you are close to shops, museums and restaurants.Overnight – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)Your journey today takes you through the fertile fields of the Fraser River Valley and the Coastal Mountains, before entering the Fraser Canyon and viewing the raging turbulence of Hell’s Gate. You follow the Fraser River through beautiful landscapes to Kamloops, for an overnight stay. Breakfast and lunch are served aboard the train. The Rocky Mountaineer staff will provide transfers between the train and your hotel.Overnight – Kamloops

DAY 3 – KAMLOOPS TO BANFF/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)This day brings you through vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake and past 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 – a remarkable engineering achievement. Once again, breakfast and lunch will be served aboard the train. When you arrive in Banff, take a quick taxi ride to your hotel.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 4 – BANFF AT LEISUREBring your camera, as your “Explore Banff” tour takes you to the sightseeing highlights of this area. Your day includes Bow Falls, the Hoodoos, Surprise Corner, and a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. You are never at a loss for things to do in Banff. The town is filled with delightful shops and boutiques. The facilities and activities offered by the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel make it a village in itself. Their European Spa and health club are outstanding, and their golf course options make it known throughout the world. Indoor and outdoor pools are great for kids and adults alike. Lounges with sweeping views and a wide selection of dining options make the Fairmont Banff Springs the place to be!Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 5 – BANFF TO LAKE LOUISEYour destination is the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. The hotel is in a storybook setting, next to one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise


• Select Thursday departure dates• Arrival transfer from Vancouver Airport to your hotel• Transfer from Vancouver hotel to the train station 1 Night Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 1 Night Kamloops 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 1 Night Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Night Quesnel 1 Night Hilton Whistler 1 Night Fairmont Hotel Vancouver• Station transfers as noted in your itinerary• Transfer from Banff to Lake Louise• Explore Banff Tour• Sulphur Mountain Gondola• Two full days of scenic rail travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service from Vancouver to Kamloops and Kamloops to Banff. Breakfast and lunch are served at your seat each day of the trip (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)

• Full day sightseeing excursion from Lake Louise to Jasper, with a stop at the the Columbia Icefield and a ride aboard the Ice Explorer• Two full days of scenic rail travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service from Jasper to Quesnel and Quesnel to Whistler. Breakfast and lunch are served at your seat each day of the trip (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)• Sea to Sky Climb in Coast Classic service from Whistler to Vancouver, offering onboard commentary, access to the open air observation car, a light meal and complimentary soft drinks served at your seat.• Departure transfer from hotel to Vancouver Airport• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


10 Days • Independent RailSCENIC TRAINS

& DAZZLING DOMESSCENIC TRAINS

& DAZZLING DOMES

DAY 6 – LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER/COLUMBIA ICEFIELDAs you travel in the Canadian Rockies, you come to realize that many of the names you have seen are those of glaciers, resting in mountains high above the valley floor. In summer, their slow, steady melting creates lakes with color to rival the finest jewel. You begin your day traveling past jagged mountains and lush valleys, as you drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic drives in North America. A highlight of the day is a ride on the Ice Explorer. The Columbia Icefield is made up of a series of glaciers covering 325 square kilometers. After a day of scenic wonders, you arrive at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, wilderness luxury at its finest.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 7 – JASPER TO QUESNEL/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)We will arrange transfers from the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge to the rail station. From Jasper, you will travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer on their “Rainforest to Gold Rush” route. Few train journeys offer such dramatic scenery. These two days of daylight rail travel will take you on a 634 mile odyssey that will astound you with the diverse beauty of Canada’s West. You bid farewell to Jasper at 7:10AM and travel through the Yellowhead Pass to Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench, you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Travel through the forests of British Columbia into Prince George, and follow the Fraser River. Your will arrive into Quesnel at 6:30PM, a little known place on the map, soon to be known as the overnight stop on this great rail trip. The staff of the Rocky Mountaineer will meet you at the station and take you to your hotel.Overnight – Quesnel

DAY 8 – QUESNEL TO WHISTLER/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L)The Rocky Mountaineer Rail staff will pick you up from your hotel and have you aboard the train at 7:10AM, for day two of your journey! Following the Fraser River, highlights of this scenic day include: the Deep Creek Bridge – one of the highest railway bridges in the world, sweeping views of Fraser Canyon, glacial-fed Seton Lake, and the shorelines of Anderson Lake. You will pass through the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau, the desert-like conditions of Fraser Canyon, the lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley and towering peaks before your scheduled arrival into Whistler at 7:30PM. Your hotel is a short taxi ride from the station.Overnight – Hilton Whistler Resort

DAY 9 – WHISTLER TO VANCOUVER/SEA TO SKY CLIMBWake early and bask in the sweet, fresh mountain air. If you don’t mind heights, take a ride to the top of Whistler Mountain or Blackcomb Mountain. The ride on the gondola makes you feel like you are at the top of the world. Whistler Village was designed for pedestrians. Filled with flowers and sweet-smelling candy shops, you will have no problem finding things to fill your morning. The Sea to Sky train departs at 2:30PM, so use a taxi for the short ride from your hotel to the station. If you thought the scenery couldn’t get any better, you will quickly realize that these three hours of going from mountain peaks to shimmering ocean views on the “Sky to Sea” climb, have no problem holding their own! Cross over the pinnacle of Brandywine Falls before descending a steep grade through the Cheakamus Canyon, where the river below tumbles through a craggy gorge. Pass through the town of Squamish, BC, home to the West Coast Rail Association and the Royal Hudson steam train, and look out for the spectacular dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, rising 2,678 meters (8,787 feet). Continuing south, pass the impressive

cascade of Shannon Falls, as the train hugs the eastern shores of Howe Sound with the Coast Mountains rising steeply to the left and stunning views of ocean and mountain to the right. As you approach the end of your rail tour, enjoy views of downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park from the scenic waterfront of West Vancouver’s exclusive residential area, before passing under the Lions Gate Bridge and arriving at North Vancouver rail station. Transfers will be arranged from North Vancouver to your hotel.Overnight – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 10 – VANCOUVER/HOMEAirport transfers have been arranged from your hotel. We hope you have enjoyed your trip, and that it will be one of many visits to this lovely country.


Departure dates on or within the seasons shown, determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy.

Season PriceMay 4 - 25 $7,799 June 1 - Sep 7 $8,199 Sep 14 - 28 $7,999


Lake Louise

Vancouver

Jasper

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

Ban�

Whistler

Quesnel

Kamloops

HOTEL STAY MOTORCOACH


DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver. Your package provides a transfer voucher from the airport to your Vancouver hotel, located in the heart of the city, close to shops, museums and restaurants. Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) Rocky Mountaineer’s attentive staff will serve breakfast and lunch at your seat and also provide snacks and beverages throughout the day.Overnight – Kamloops

DAY 3 – KAMLOOPS TO BANFF/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) You continue your journey through the Canadian Rockies today, traveling across vast ranchlands to Shuswap Lake. You will pass through Craigellachie, where the “last spike” was driven, towards Rogers Pass with its tunnels, glistening glaciers and snow-capped mountains. Then it’s time to cross over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park to experience traveling through the Spiral Tunnels. Breakfast and lunch will be served at your seat.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs DAY 4 – BANFF SIGHTSEEINGBring your camera, as your Explore Banff tour takes you along Tunnel Mountain Drive for a great view of Banff. Visit Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos and enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 5 – BANFF TO JASPER/COLUMBIA ICEFIELDTravel along Canada’s most scenic mountain roadway to the Columbia Icefield. We have arranged for you to enjoy an Ice Explorer ride onto the glacier. You will arrive into Jasper in the late-afternoon.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 6 – JASPER TO VANCOUVER /VIA RAILYou have time to enjoy the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge prior to the afternoon departure of the train. Once onboard, VIA Rail staff will be on hand to assist with your every need. Your sitting room by day, converts to upper and lower berths at night. As a Sleeper Plus Class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to a domed skyline car for viewing.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 7 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERA morning arrival into Vancouver is scheduled. If your room is not ready, leave your bags at the hotel and use your sightseeing tour to explore this lovely city.Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 8 – VANCOUVER/HOMETransportation from your hotel to the Vancouver Airport is included.

• Thursday departures • Airport arrival and departure transfers in Vancouver• Transfer from your hotel to rail station in Vancouver• 6 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 2 Nights Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre 1 Night Kamloops 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs 1 Night Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge• Two full days of scenic rail travel from Vancouver to Kamloops & Kamloops to Banff aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service. Breakfast and lunch will be served at your seat each day of your trip. (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)• Explore Banff tour• Sulphur Mountain Gondola • Full day motorcoach sightseeing excursion from Banff to Jasper with a stop at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and a trip onto the Columbia Icefield aboard the Ice Explorer• 1 Overnight aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Jasper to Vancouver, with meals on the train and access to a domed-viewing car• Transfer from hotel to Jasper rail station• Transfer from Vancouver rail station to hotel• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


Departure dates on or within the seasons shown determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy.

Season PriceMay 4 - 25 $5,499 June 1 - 22 $5,999 June 29 - Sep 7 $6,199 Sep 14 - 21 $5,999

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BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVER Welcome to Vancouver. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver will make you feel special from the moment you arrive. You are in the heart of the city, close to shops, museums and restaurants. Overnight - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER /VICTORIA SIGHTSEEINGThis morning, your motorcoach will be driven aboard a modern B.C. Ferry for a refreshing cruise through the Strait of Georgia to Victoria. Here you will visit the world famous Butchart Gardens and Victoria’s historic waterfront. An evening return to Vancouver has been arranged.Overnight - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 3 – VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) Today you travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Kamloops. Your journey takes you through the Fraser River Valley and Fraser Canyon to view the raging turbulence of Hell’s Gate. You then follow the banks of the Fraser River to Kamloops for an overnight stay.Overnight - Kamloops

DAY 4 – KAMLOOPS TO JASPER/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) Your journey continues eastward into the Canadian Rockies. Dramatic scenery abounds, as you enter the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, before reaching the high peaks of the Continental Divide. Experience Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls and a climb over Yellowhead Pass. Upon arrival into Jasper, a transfer has been arranged to your hotel.Overnight - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 5 – JASPER SIGHTSEEINGToday your Explore Jasper tour will include viewing the most rugged peaks in the Rockies. Compare the natural beauty of Maligne Lake, Medicine Lake and Maligne Canyon. Stay alert, as you have the opportunity to see wildlife in their natural environment. Overnight - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 6 – JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE Your reluctance to leave Jasper will pass, as you travel through beautiful vistas. A stop at the awesome Athabasca Glacier for an Ice Explorer ride is highly recommended*. Only when you see the view from the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will you understand why people say, “You must see it to believe it.” Overnight - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

DAY 7 – LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF Your morning is at leisure to enjoy the beauty of Lake Louise, before your afternoon transfer to Banff departs. You will find that Banff abounds in history and your castle-inspired hotel is a village within itself. Overnight - Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 8 – BANFF SIGHTSEEING Bring your camera, as your Explore Banff tour takes you along Tunnel Mountain Drive for a great view of Banff. You will visit several unique sites that have made Banff famous and enjoy a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Overnight - Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 9 – BANFF TO CALGARY Bid farewell to the beautiful Canadian Rockies.



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Season Price

May 3 - 24 $4,999

May 28 $5,399

May 31 - June 25 $5,599

June 28 - Sep 13 $5,299

Sep 24 $5,099

* A Columbia Icefield tour with an Ice Explorer ride may be added for an additional $155 per person. Departure dates on or within the seasons shown determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy.


• Departures on Sunday or Wednesday• Arrival transfer from Vancouver Airport to your hotel• 8 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 2 Nights Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 1 Night Kamloops 2 Nights Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs• A full day excursion to Victoria including Butchart Gardens• Transfer from hotel to Vancouver rail station• Two full days of scenic rail travel aboard Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service from Vancouver to Kamloops and Kamloops to Jasper. Breakfast & lunch will be served at your seat each day of your trip (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)• Station to hotel transfer in Jasper• Transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff & Banff to Calgary • Explore Jasper tour• Explore Banff tour• Sulphur Mountain Gondola• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable

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EXPLORING BC

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DAY 1 – ARRIVE TORONTOWelcome to Toronto. Your afternoon and evening are at leisure. Toronto is a beautiful city with lake frontage, fine restaurants and interesting shops.Overnight – Fairmont Royal York

DAY 2 – TORONTO/VIA RAILYou have all day to enjoy this cosmopolitan city. We have included a city tour that allows you to hop on and off at various attractions throughout the city. Plan to have dinner before the train departs at 10:00PM at a nearby restaurant. The Fairmont Royal York is just across the street from the station. Nothing shows you Canada like a trip on the train. Once aboard, the staff will see you settled into your room. Your sitting room by day, converts to upper and lower berths at night. As a Sleeper Plus Class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to a domed skyline car for spectacular viewing. The VIA Rail staff will brief you on the dining schedule. Seating in a domed skyline car is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Hot tea and coffee are available in the lounge area continuously. Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAYS 3 & 4 – VIA RAILYour travels take you through four diverse Canadian Provinces, so sit back and watch the dramatic scenery change. You will journey through the north woods of Ontario, view the lakes of Manitoba, pass over the prairies of Saskatchewan and eventually enter Alberta to bask in the splendor of the Canadian Rockies. Domed-viewing provides you with memories to last a lifetime. Look out for wildlife and bring your camera to capture it all.Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 5 – ARRIVE JASPERYou are scheduled to arrive into Jasper mid-afternoon. The staff of the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will meet you at the train station and transfer you to the Lodge, where you will experience wilderness luxury at its finest.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 6 – JASPER SIGHTSEEING If you decide to have breakfast from room service, you will be surprised to see it delivered on a bike; an experience that only the Jasper Park Lodge provides. Your Explore Jasper tour gives you a wonderful look at this beautiful area. This afternoon, stroll along the Lodge’s walking paths, rent a paddleboat, swim, play tennis or golf. Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 7 – JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE/COLUMBIA ICEFIELDSay goodbye to Jasper as you start a day filled with majestic peaks, rushing streams and thundering waterfalls. A highlight of this day is a visit to the Columbia Icefield for a ride on a specially-constructed Ice Explorer. This afternoon you will arrive at the jewel of the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

DAY 8 – LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF After the beauty of Lake Louise, you will be surprised to find that Banff offers a different perspective. This active alpine village is just about the best place to be in summer. Towering mountains and the sweeping Bow Valley offer stunning contrasts. Elk roam about the grounds of the local hotels as if they were household pets. The Fairmont Banff Springs is a castle set amongst mountains and forests, offering a world class golf course and spa. Plan to visit many of Banff’s fun attractions.Overnight - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

• Departures on Monday & Friday• Airport transfer in Vancouver• 9 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 1 Night Fairmont Royal York 2 Nights Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs 1 Night Kamloops 2 Nights Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre• 3 Overnights aboard VIA Rail - Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Toronto to Jasper • Meal service in the dining room aboard VIA Rail• Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Station to hotel transfer in Jasper• Explore Jasper tour• Full day motorcoach sightseeing excursion from Jasper to Lake Louise with a trip onto the Columbia Icefields aboard an Ice Explorer• Explore Banff tour with a Sulphur Mountain Gondola ride• Two full days of scenic rail travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf* service from Banff to Kamloops & Kamloops to Vancouver. Breakfast & lunch are served at your seat each day of your trip, (*Rates for an upgrade to GoldLeaf are available upon request)• Transfer from Vancouver rail station to hotel• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


13 Days • Independent RailCANADIAN TRAINS

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DAY 9 – BANFF SIGHTSEEING Bring your camera, as your Explore Banff tour takes you to the sightseeing highlights of this area. Your day includes Bow Falls, the Hoodoos, Surprise Corner and a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Your afternoon is at leisure to explore Banff’s many boutiques and shops. Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

DAY 10 – BANFF TO KAMLOOPS/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) Today your journey takes you over the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse Pass. You will travel through Rogers Pass with tunnels, snow-sheds and glistening glaciers. Continue along Shuswap Lake, the South Thompson River and the ranchlands leading to Kamloops. When you arrive, Rocky Mountaineer staff will transfer you to your hotel. Breakfast and lunch are served aboard the train. Overnight – Kamloops

DAY 11 – KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER/ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (B, L) You return to the train for another day of scenic wonders. You will travel past fertile fields along Fraser River and through the Coastal Mountains on your way to Vancouver. Once again, Rocky Mountaineer Rail staff will be on hand to serve breakfast, lunch and snack services at your seat.Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 12 – VANCOUVERUse your Vancouver hop on/off sightseeing tour to explore Vancouver and enjoy your day.Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 13 – VANCOUVER/HOMEEnclosed with your travel documents is a transfer voucher from your hotel to the airport. We hope this will be one of many visits for you to this lovely country.


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Kamloops

EdmontonJasper

Saskatoon

Winnipeg

Toronto

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Season PriceMay 1 - 22 $7,299 May 26 $7,599 May 29 $7,999 June 2 - Sep 11 $8,299 Sep 15 - 22 $7,999



DAY 1 – ARRIVE TORONTOWelcome to Toronto, the starting point for your rail journey across Canada. You will need to take a taxi on your own to the hotel. Toronto is a beautiful city with fine restaurants and interesting shops, located on the shores of Lake Ontario.Overnight – Toronto

DAY 2 – TORONTO/VIA RAILWith VIA Rail’s schedule, you have all day to enjoy this cosmopolitan city. We have included a city tour that allows you to hop on and off at various attractions throughout the city. This will allow you to pick and choose what interests you the most. Nothing shows you Canada like a trip on the train. Your bedroom is a sitting room by day, that converts to upper and lower berths at night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see that you are settled into your room. As a Sleeper Plus Class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to a domed skyline car for spectacular viewing.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAYS 3 & 4 – VIA RAILAs you travel east to west, the scenery changes dramatically through each of the four Canadian Provinces. You will see the north woods of Ontario and travel past the lakes and forests of Manitoba, the prairies of Saskatchewan, the farms of Alberta, and journey through the mountainous beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 5 – ARRIVE JASPERArrival into Jasper will be early-afternoon. This will be the first of your stays in Alberta’s National Parks. The long summer days will give you time to explore Jasper and enjoy the mountain scenery. Your package includes a transfer from the station to your hotel.Overnight – Jasper

DAY 6 – JASPER TO LAKE LOUISEYour morning is at leisure. This afternoon, a transfer has been arranged to Lake Louise. The drive takes you through country that is breathtaking. After miles of wilderness, you arrive at the jewel in the crown, Lake Louise. Even after you have seen Lake Louise, you cannot describe the magnitude of the beauty of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Sunny terraces and flower gardens make it the perfect place to relax.Overnight – Lake Louise

DAY 7 – LAKE LOUISE TO BANFFAfter the beauty of Lake Louise, you will be surprised to find that Banff offers a unique perspective. This active alpine village is just about the best place to be in summer. Towering mountains and the sweeping Bow Valley offer stunning contrasts. Elk roam about the grounds of the local hotels as if they were household pets. Overnight – Banff

DAY 8 – BANFF AT LEISUREYou are never at a loss for things to do in Banff. The village is filled with delightful boutiques, restaurants, and shops. Ride on the Sulphur Mountain Gondola for stunning panoramic views of the Bow Valley. The Cave and Basin historic site tells the story of how the Springs were discovered. See Bow Falls and the mysterious wind-sculptured Hoodoo Clusters. We can recommend various tours that show you all that Banff has to offer.Overnight – Banff

This tour can start in Toronto or Vancouver • Tour begins in Toronto on Wednesday or Friday• Tour begins in Vancouver on Monday or Saturday• Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• 7 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 1 Night Toronto 2 Nights Jasper 1 Night Lake Louise 2 Nights Banff 1 Night Vancouver• 4 Nights Rail Accommodations: 3 Nights VIA Rail Toronto to Jasper 1 Night VIA Rail Jasper to Vancouver• Sleeper Plus Class includes: a private bedroom with a toilet, meals aboard the train, and access to the lounge and dome car• Transfer service between Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff• Full day sightseeing tour from Banff to Jasper, with a stop at the Columbia Icefield and a ride on the Ice Explorer• Vancouver rail/hotel transfer• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Vancouver arrival or departure transfer• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


12 Days • Independent Rail CANADA BY RAIL

WITH THE ROCKIES

CANADA BY RAIL

WITH THE ROCKIES

DAY 9 – BANFF TO JASPER/COLUMBIA ICEFIELDIf during your travels to Banff you saw places and longed to stop, our full day excursion will take care of that. As you travel to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway, you will pass some of the most beautiful vistas found any place on the globe. A stop at the awesome Athabasca Glacier for an Ice Explorer ride on this pre-historic 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 accommodations have been arranged.Overnight – Jasper

DAY 10 – JASPER TO VANCOUVER/VIA RAILYou have the morning to relax and enjoy the beauty of Jasper. Your train departs this afternoon and we have arranged your transfer to the Jasper rail station. Your VIA Rail attendant will see that you are settled into your room for the continuation of your overnight rail trip to Vancouver. This is an excellent time to get a seat in the domed- viewing car. The scenery out of Jasper is breathtaking, as you travel through the scenic crescendo of this wonderful rail trip, the Canadian

Rockies. As you continue west, the train crosses into British Columbia. The Rockies begin to give way to fertile fields that eventually lead to the shores of the Pacific Ocean and Vancouver.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 11 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERYou are scheduled for a morning arrival into Vancouver. Due to your early arrival, your room may not be available for check-in, so leave your bags at the hotel and set out to explore Vancouver using the hop on/off city sightseeing tour. There is so much to see and do in Vancouver. Overnight – Vancouver

DAY 12 – VANCOUVER/HOMEEnclosed with your travel documents is a transfer voucher from your hotel to the airport. We hope you enjoyed your visit to Canada, and that it will be one of many return trips.



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Winnipeg

TorontoVIA RAIL HOTEL STAY

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Staying at the Fairmont Royal York, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Staying at the Fairmont Royal York, Sawridge Inn, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Rimrock Resort, and Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Season PriceMay 3 - 24 $5,599 May 26 - June 30 $6,599 July 5 - Sep 8 $6,699 Sep 13 - 22 $6,499 Sep 27 - Oct 13 $5,799

Season PriceMay 3 - 26 $4,999 May 31 - June 23 $5,699 Jun 28 - Sep 22 $5,799 Sep 27 - Oct 13 $5,399


Business Class, available on most of our trains in southern Ontario and Quebec, gives you the space, comfort and atmosphere you need to sit back

and relax. Also included in the price of your ticket is a delicious, three-course meal and access to the Panorama Lounge in Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, and Kingston. Relax in the lounge prior to your journey in a roomy armchair with complimentary soft drinks and daily newspaper, until your priority boarding time.

Experience the interiors of Alberta and Northern British Columbia aboard VIA’s daylight touring train. Travel in Touring Class during peak season

(mid-May to late September) between Jasper and Prince Rupert in a spacious seat, with an overnight stop in Prince George. Meals are served at your seat and you have access to the domed seating in the Park Car with a spectacular 360° view of the Rocky Mountains. Downstairs, in the congenial Bullet Lounge, you will be able to share the pleasures of this trip with people from around the world. During low season, Economy Class is offered with access to the Park Car. Head to the upper deck and take a seat in the scenic dome. Meals are not included, but are available for purchase.

From Coast To Coast, Canada Is Bigger, Bolder and So Much More Spectacular When You Travel By Train.

From our classic, yet thoroughly modern transcontinental and daylight touring trains in eastern and western Canada, to our light, rapid, comfortable LRC trains in Ontario and Quebéc; VIA Rail™ is your window to the grandeur of this magnificent land – touring in style.

CANADA See It All...

From the moment you board VIA Rail’s “Canadian” and enter your cabin of either a double or single bedroom,

a warm and comfortable atmosphere envelopes you. You will find big, welcoming armchairs that beckon, a private toilet facility, and little touches that make everything perfect. Access to the lounges, the domed-viewing cars and all meals are included while aboard the train. Suddenly, your dayroom is transformed into the coziest of bedrooms! Individual lamps are turned on, lights are dimmed and pillows fluffed. Fresh towels and toiletries are at hand, and the shower is just steps away, down the hall. Everything you need is here; in the special magic of your sleeping car and private quarters.

Make your next train trip to the Maritimes a tourist experience in a setting reminiscent of the legendary

transcontinental trains. Traveling aboard VIA Rail’s Ocean in Sleeper Plus Class, in the their new Renaissance cars is just divine. Your private double bedroom offers you modern comfort by providing you with a couch by day, that turns into comfortable bunk beds at night. Your room also includes a private toilet and shower. Other amenities included are: Access to the dome car for spectacular viewing, delicious meals and a Learning Coordinator* that provides a cultural backdrop to the rolling Maritimes seascapes in an informative and entertaining presentation.

* This service is available June 15 – October 15.

The VIA logo is a trademark owned and used by VIA Rail Canada Inc.www.viarail.ca

In Complete Comfort Aboard The Train!

Let Us Show You To Your Cabin Aboard the “Canadian” Between Toronto and Vancouver, And On the “Ocean” Between Montreal and Halifax in Sleeper Plus Class.


• Select Wednesday departure• Airport transfer in Vancouver• 1 Night Fairmont Royal York• Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Joe Badali’s restaurant gift card in Toronto• 4 Overnights aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Toronto to Vancouver with access to the lounge and domed-viewing car• Meals aboard the train• Transfer from Vancouver rail station to hotel• 2 Nights Fairmont Waterfront or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Holland America – Volendam 7 Nights roundtrip from Vancouver• Ports of call include: Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay • Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


Port taxes and fees of $495 must be added to the prices above. Prices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy. Additional dates and categories are available on our website www.cartantours.com.

Cabin May 10, 24 June 7, 21 July 5, 19 Aug 2, 16, 30 Sept 13

K - Inside $5,199 $5,299 $5,499E - Outside $5,399 $6,099 $5,999D - Outside $5,699 $6,199 $6,299AA - Verandah $6,899 $7,499 $6,999


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Kamloops

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Toronto

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DAY 1 – ARRIVE TORONTO You will need to provide your own transfer from the airport to the hotel. The Fairmont Royal York is conveniently located in the heart of the city and is across the street from the rail station.Overnight – Fairmont Royal York

DAY 2 – TORONTO TO VANCOUVER/VIA RAILYou have all day to experience your hop on/off city tour, prior to enjoying dinner and boarding the train tonight. You will travel across Canada on VIA Rail’s Canadian in the comfort of Sleeper Plus Class. All meals are included while on the train. Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAYS 3, 4, & 5 – VIA RAIL As you travel east to west, you will travel through five of

Canada’s provinces: Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Enjoy the ever-changing scenery.Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 6 – ARRIVE VANCOUVER After your morning arrival to Vancouver, you will be transferred to your hotel. If your room is not ready, leave your bags with the bell desk and use your sightseeing tour to explore this lovely city. Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 7 – VANCOUVER Your hop on/off sightseeing ticket is still valid today, making it easy to get around the city.Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel or Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 8 – ALASKA CRUISE The pier is close to either hotel. You will feel like a welcomed guest the moment you step aboard Holland America’s Volendam. Lunch will be available to boarding guests. Overnights – All overnights aboard Holland America’s Volendam

DAY 9 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGE Relax and enjoy the passing scenery, as well as the many activities offered during your cruise.

DAY 10 – CRUISING TRACY ARM/JUNEAUTracy Arm is a narrow, 26 mile-long fjord with dramatic glaciers that create icebergs of every size and shape. This afternoon you will arrive in Juneau. The town of Juneau has the massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields at its back door.

DAY 11 – SKAGWAY Skagway is everyone’s picture of what Alaska must have been like during the Gold Rush with visions of the Klondike days. It is also famous for being the home of The White Pass and Yukon Railroad.

DAY 12 – GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISING The trip to Glacier Bay takes you through passages that bring you close to the rock walls and under high cliffs. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful!

DAY 13 – KETCHIKAN Native heritage plays a large role in Ketchikan culture which includes the largest collection of totem poles in the world found at Totem Bight State Historical Park, Saxman Native Village and the Totem Heritage Center Museum.

DAY 14 – CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGE The ship’s fun-loving crew will keep you busy and entertained throughout your cruise.

DAY 15 – VANCOUVER/HOME Transfer from the cruise pier to the Vancouver Airport. (If you need an extra night due to your flight schedule, we will assist you with the arrangements.)

15 Days • Independent Rail & Cruise

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ALASKA BY SEA CANADA BY RAIL

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DAY 1 – ARRIVE TORONTOYou will need to provide your own transfer from the airport to the hotel. The Fairmont Royal York is conveniently located in the heart of the city and is across the street from the rail station.Overnight – Fairmont Royal York

DAY 2 – TORONTO TO VANCOUVER/VIA RAIL You have all day to enjoy this cosmopolitan city with your sightseeing tour and dinner at Joe Badali’s restaurant, prior to boarding the train. Tonight you depart Toronto, traveling across Canada on VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class. Your sitting room by day, converts to upper and lower beds at night. Meals are included, and you have access to the lounge and dome car for spectacular viewing.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAYS 3, 4, & 5 – VIA RAILYour journey will take you through five of Canada’s provinces. Traveling through Ontario, you will pass through forests, lakes, and streams where it is not unusual to see bear or moose. In Manitoba, the train makes a stop in Winnipeg, located at the junction of the Red, Assiniboine and Seine Rivers, which was once the capital of Canada’s fur trade. Saskatchewan shows you the unique beauty of the prairie lands. The train then heads to Alberta. Edmonton is the home of the world famous West Edmonton Mall. As the train continues towards Jasper, you have your first view of the Rockies. This is an excellent time to get a seat in the dome car to view the majestic peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Finally, the train crosses into British Columbia. Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 6 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERA morning arrival into Vancouver is scheduled. A transfer from the rail station to the hotel is provided. If your room is not ready, leave your bags with the bell desk and use your sightseeing tour to explore this lovely city by the sea.Overnight – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 7 – VANCOUVER/HOMETransportation from your hotel to the Vancouver Airport is included.


This tour can start in Toronto or Vancouver• Tour begins in Toronto on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday• Tour begins in Vancouver on Monday, Thursday, or Saturday• Airport transfers in Vancouver• 1 Night Fairmont Royal York• Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Joe Badali’s restaurant gift card in Toronto• 4 Overnights aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian in Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Toronto to Vancouver with access to the lounge and domed-viewing car• Meals aboard the train• Transfer from Vancouver rail station to hotel• 1 Night Fairmont Hotel Vancouver• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable



Vancouver

Kamloops

EdmontonJasper

Saskatoon

Winnipeg

Toronto

VIA RAIL HOTEL STAY

Toronto tour starts on Monday, Wednesday or Friday.

Vancouver tour starts on Monday, Thursday & Saturday.

Season PriceMay 1 - 29 $3,699 June 2 - Sep 15 $4,299 Sep 18 - Oct 30 $4,199

Season PriceMay 1 - 29 $3,699 June 1 - Sep 11 $4,299 Sep 14 - Oct 30 $4,199


Consider a stop at Jasper in the Canadian Rockies for 2 nights! Ask our knowledgeable professionals for more information!


CANADA BY RAIL

CLASSIC CANADA BY RAIL

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DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver. Your hotel puts you in the heart of the city, close to shops, museums and restaurants.Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER TO TORONTO/VIA RAILYour city sightseeing tour shows you just how much this lovely city has to offer. Whenever possible, we use the convenient hop on/off tour with numerous attractions including Robson Street, Stanley Park, Canada Place, Granville Island, Yaletown, Chinatown and Gastown. Your train is scheduled to depart at 8:30PM. Nothing shows you Canada like a trip on the train. Your bedroom is a sitting room by day, that converts to upper and lower berths at night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see you settled into your room. As a Sleeper Plus Class passenger, your fare includes all meals, use of any of the lounges and access to a skyline car for spectacular viewing.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAYS 3, 4 & 5 – VIA RAIL Rail travel remains so popular because of the fine service and care offered by the VIA Rail staff. Each morning coffee, rolls and juice are available in the lounge, followed by breakfast and lunch with open seating. The VIA Rail staff will confirm dinner reservations. One of the greatest pleasures of traveling by train is meeting people from all over the world.Overnights – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 6 – ARRIVE TORONTO You are scheduled for an early morning arrival into Toronto. The Fairmont Royal York is just across the street from the rail station. Due to your early arrival, your room may not be available for

check-in, so leave your bags at the hotel and use your hop-on/off city sightseeing tour to explore this exciting city.Overnight – Fairmont Royal York

DAY 7 – TORONTO/NIAGARA FALLSNiagara Falls and the Niagara region are one of Eastern Canada’s most spectacular and beautiful areas. The beauty of the falls is breathtaking and a ride on the Hornblower is fun. Lunch is included.Overnight – Fairmont Royal York

DAY 8 – TORONTO/MONTREALYour morning is at leisure to explore Toronto. Schedule permitting, you depart on a midday train to Montreal with a wonderful lunch, as you sample the pleasures of Business Class service. The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth is located right over the rail station, putting you in the heart of Montreal.Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth

DAY 9 – MONTREAL AT LEISUREEnjoy a full day of exploring Montreal on your own. Getting around the city is easy whether by foot, metro, bus, or taxi. Great shopping and delicious restaurants are everywhere you look!Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth

DAY 10 – MONTREAL/QUEBEC CITYYour Montreal sightseeing tour includes: Montreal’s beautiful churches, historic buildings and Old Montreal. Visit underground Montreal for fabulous shopping. For your travel to Quebec City, an afternoon departure is reserved with lunch on the train.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac



• Monday & Saturday departures• Airport to hotel arrival transfer• 9 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 1 Night Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre 2 Nights Fairmont Royal York 2 Nights Fairmont Queen Elizabeth 2 Nights Fairmont Chateau Frontenac 2 Nights Delta Barrington• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Transfer from Vancouver hotel to rail station• 4 Nights aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian from Vancouver to Toronto in Sleeper Plus Class • Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Full day sightseeing excursion Toronto to Niagara Falls with lunch and a ride on the Hornblower• VIA Rail’s Business Class from Toronto to Montreal and Montreal to Quebec City• Montreal hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Quebec City (city & countryside tour)• 1 Night aboard VIA Rail’s Ocean in Sleeper Plus Class from St. Foy to Halifax in a private bedroom. Meal service and a learning coordinator are included • Combined Halifax/Peggy’s Cove or Lunenburg/Mahone Bay tour• Hotel to airport departure transfer• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable

TRAINS ACROSS

CANADA TRAINS ACROSS

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DAY 11 – QUEBEC CITY SIGHTSEEINGThe Fairmont Chateau Frontenac is located inside the old city with magnificent views of the St. Lawrence River. This morning, your sightseeing tour will show you Quebec City’s historic past. This afternoon, your tour continues with visits to Montmorency Falls, the Island of Orléans, the Beaupre coast and Sainte Anne Basilica.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

DAY 12 – QUEBEC CITY AT LEISURE/VIA RAIL TO HALIFAXQuebec City is close to perfect, and the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac is the best place to see it all. The city is exuberant, filled with bright colors, smiling people, beautiful buildings, quaint shops lining magical streets, flower-filled gardens, parks, sidewalk cafes, horse-drawn carriages and an ever commanding view of the St. Lawrence River. Your sleeper train to Halifax departs late this evening. A transfer has been arranged to the St. Fox rail station. Once on board, the staff will see you comfortably settled into your bedroom.Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 13 – ARRIVE HALIFAXThis is a day to enjoy the train and the scenery. If you are traveling in Sleeper Plus Class, you have access to a domed-viewing car and the services of a Learning Coordinator who will tell you about the region’s history, and keep you advised of the dining times for included meals. As you travel, you will see beautiful ocean hues, emerald green rolling hills and scintillating sea sprays. You arrive into Halifax late-afternoon. Overnight – Delta Barrington

DAY 14 – HALIFAX SIGHTSEEINGToday you will join a kilted guide for a tour of Halifax. This is a fun-filled ride through the streets of Halifax with narrative of the culture and history. Discover the people and places that have made Halifax so unique. Learn about the explosion in the harbor and the role Halifax played after the sinking of the Titanic.Overnight – Delta Barrington

DAY 15 – HALIFAX/HOMEFrom the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean, you have crossed Canada by rail. Now it is time to bid farewell. Your tour includes a transfer to Halifax Airport.


Season PriceJune 19 - 24 $7,599 June 26 - Aug 26 $7,699 Aug 28 - Sep 23 $7,899 Sep 25 - 30 $7,699



St. FoyVancouver

Kamloops

EdmontonJasper

Saskatoon

Winnipeg

Toronto

Ottawa

Montréal

Kingston

Québec Halifax

Moncton

City

VIA RAIL HOTEL STAY

DAY 1 – ARRIVE WINNIPEGWelcome to Winnipeg! Your hotel is a short taxi ride from the airport. The city has excellent museums, very good restaurants and an active cultural community that supports ballet, theatre and musical events.Overnight – Delta Winnipeg

DAY 2 & 3 – VIA RAIL WINNIPEG TO CHURCHILLYour train departs today. Churchill is only accessible by air or train. The train trip takes two nights, so sit back and relax! You travel over tracks that were built in 1929 over permafrost and muskeg. It took 3,000 men to lay the 1,000 miles of track to Churchill. All of your meals are included while on the train.Overnight – VIA Rail

DAYS 4 – ARRIVE CHURCHILLUpon arrival in Churchill you will be met for some local sightseeing, some of which will be outside, so dress warm. After your sightseeing tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.Overnights – Hotel in Churchill

DAY 5 & 6 – TUNDRA BUGGYThese are full days on the Tundra, and it’s all about the bears! These bears tip the scales at over 1,300 pounds and stand 10 feet tall. They can smell a seal from 20 miles away. Thanks to the Tundra Buggy, you can be within a few feet of a bear and be completely safe and secure. While no one can predict when and where a bear will appear, you would think that anything that can smell a seal from 20 miles away would find a Tundra Buggy full of people pretty interesting. Lunch is included both days on the Tundra Buggy, as well as the transfers to and from your hotel.Overnight – Hotel in Churchill

DAY 7 – DOG SLEDDING AND RETURN TO WINNIPEGThis morning enjoy a half-day of dog sledding! This includes a slide show of Arctic and Antarctic dog sled travel. Enjoy an exhilarating ride behind a strong team of huskies on a custom-made sled. Afterwards you will be transferred to the Churchill airport for your flight to Winnipeg. Your hotel is conveniently located at the airport.Overnight – Sheraton Four Points Winnipeg

DAY 8 – WINNIPEG HOMEYou have joined a small group of elite travelers who have been to Churchill to see the polar bears. Treasure the experience! Thank you for choosing Cartan Tours!



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Niagara Falls

St. Foy

Whistler

Quesnel

Alaska

BostonVancouver

Victoria

Calgary

Kamloops

Jasper

Winnipeg

Toronto

Ottawa

Montréal

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Seattle

Prince Rupert

Prince George

Banff

Churchill

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QuébecCity

• 2 Nights Hotel – Winnipeg• 3 Nights Hotel – Churchill• One way aboard VIA Rail between Winnipeg and Churchill for two nights. Accommodations in a private bedroom with meals included.• One way air between Churchill and Winnipeg• Half day dog sledding in Churchill• Two full days on the tundra in a Tundra Buggy® (lunch included), services of a naturalist guide, hotel pickup and drop off• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail and air taxes, GST & service charges on included features


Season PriceOct 8 $7,499Oct 20 $7,499Oct 29 $7,499Nov 5 $7,499


Churchill, Manitoba the Polar Bear Capitol of the World is the only human settlement where polar Bears can be observed in the wild. The best viewing time is mid-October to mid-November. This is when the migrating bears make their way to the Hudson Bay and wait until the bay freezes, allowing them to continue their migration onto the ice-pack.

POLAR BEAR

ADVENTURE POLAR BEAR

ADVENTURE

DAY 1 – ARRIVE TORONTOWelcome to Toronto. You will notice immediately that the city’s skyline is dominated by the CN Tower, one of the world’s tallest, free-standing structures. Toronto is a city where people live and play, as well as work. Lake frontage, friendly people, delicious food and great theatre are just a few of the reasons people return again and again.Overnight – Toronto

DAY 2 – TORONTOYour sightseeing tour highlights Toronto’s delightful neighborhoods. The beautiful waterfront walkway is an ideal place to lunch and browse. Try taking a walk across the glass floor of the CN Tower, or visit the Hockey Hall of Fame. Your tour allows you to hop on and off at all of the city’s main attractions. Don’t forget to stop in at the Rogers Centre or tour Casa Loma, Toronto’s majestic castle.Overnight – Toronto

DAY 3 – TORONTO TO MONTREALRail service in Canada is excellent. Your journey will take five hours, so sit back and enjoy the passing scenery. When you arrive in Montreal, the staff of your nearby hotel is waiting to assist you.Overnight – Montreal

DAY 4 – MONTREALToday, your sightseeing tour will give you an excellent overview of all there is to experience. Downtown Montreal has beautiful churches, historic buildings and interesting museums. Stroll through the Latin Quarter to see the trendy Bohemian-side of the city and enjoy a smoked-meat sandwich or decadent poutine. In Old Montreal, you will find Notre Dame Basilica, Bonsecours Market and City Hall.Overnight – Montreal

DAY 5 – MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITYThis afternoon you depart for Quebec City, the cultural and spiritual heart of “La Belle Province.” Upon arrival, you will see why so many consider her to be one of the most beautiful cities in North America.Overnight – Quebec City

DAYS 6 & 7 – QUEBEC CITYDuring your stay, we have arranged a sightseeing tour that includes Place d’Armes and the Citadel, one of the largest forts on

the continent. The charm of the streets and buildings of the Petit Champlain are reason enough to visit, but the horse-drawn carriages, sidewalk cafes, street performers, brightly covered buildings, flowers and warm welcomes, all add to your enjoyment. You will find everything there is to see or do within easy walking distance of your hotel.Overnights – Quebec City

DAY 8 – QUEBEC CITY/HOMEA departure transfer to the airport has been included today. You have visited three of Canada’s favorite cities. Enjoy the memories.


• Daily departures• 7 Nights Hotel Accommodations: 2 Nights Toronto 2 Nights Montreal 3 Nights Quebec City• Toronto hop on/off city sightseeing tour• VIA Rail coach service from Toronto to Montreal• Montreal city sightseeing tour• VIA Rail coach service from Montreal to Quebec City• Quebec City sightseeing tour• Quebec City hotel to airport transfer• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable



St. Foy

Montréal

Québec

Churchill

City

Ottawa

Kingston

Toronto

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER VIA RAIL MOTORCOACH


Staying at Fairmont Royal York, Fairmont Queen Elizabeth & Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

Staying at Sheraton Centre Toronto, Marriott Chateau Champlain & Manoir Victoria

Season Price*May 1 - June 24 $2,299 June 25, 26 & July 1 - Aug 30 $2,599 June 27 – 30 & Aug 31 - Sep 7 $2,699 Sep 8 - 17 $2,799 Sep 18 - Oct 22 $2,699 Oct 23 & 24 $2,499

Season Price*May 1 - June 15 $1,799 June 15 - 20 & July 8 - 11 $1,899 June 21 - July 7 & 12 - 16 $1,799 July 17 - Aug 23 $1,899 Aug 24 - Sep 23 & Oct 5 - 11 $1,799 Sep 24 - Oct 4 $1,899 Oct 12 - 24 $1,699

Departure dates on or within the seasons shown determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy. *Blackouts and surcharges may apply.

CANADIAN CITIES

CANADIAN RAIL CANADIAN CITIES

CANADIAN RAIL

DAY 1 – ARRIVE MONTREALWelcome to Montreal. A city of sophistication and style, where the restaurant guide is required reading and the shopping is hard to beat. Overnight – Montreal

DAYS 2 & 3 – MONTREALIf this is your first visit to Montreal, your city sightseeing tour will show you Montreal’s history and achievements. Along the way, you realize why people love living in this city. A visit atop Mount Royal, shows you neighborhoods with splendid houses and a striking view of downtown Montreal and the St. Lawrence River. Notre Dame Basilica is beautiful and an exceptional example of Gothic Revival architecture. Old Montreal leads into the Old Port – one of the largest, redeveloped ports in the world. If you want to explore on your own, you will find that it is easy to use the underground system or stroll streets full of energy and atmosphere. Overnights – Montreal

DAYS 4, 5, & 6 – QUEBEC CITY Today you board VIA Rail for your train journey to Quebec City. If this is your first visit to Quebec City be warned, you will want to come back again and again. To put it in perspective, take everything that you love about Paris and Rome, plus the charm of Mackinac Island, and that comes close to what Quebec City is like. It seems that everything you want to do or see is within easy walking distance. The charm of the streets and buildings in the Petit Champlain are reason enough to visit, but the shops offer items that are unique to Quebec. Many things are designed and made right in the shops. Horse-drawn carriages, sidewalk cafes, street performers, brightly-colored buildings, flowers and warm welcomes, all add to your enjoyment of this wonderful city. We have included a sightseeing tour, so you can visit the city’s major sightseeing attractions and learn of her fascinating history.

You may be surprised to discover that the Plains of Abraham, while rich in historic significance, may be just the place for a picnic lunch or a bike ride. This vast area now set aside as a park, is a treasure. Visit the Latin Quarter, the Ramparts, the National Assembly, the Basilica, City Hall, Place Royal and the Citadelle.Overnights – Quebec City

DAY 7 – QUEBEC CITY/HOME A departure transfer has been included from the hotel to the airport. The doorman can direct you to the pick-up point. À bientôt!


• Daily departures• 3 Nights in Montreal• Montreal city sightseeing tour• VIA Rail coach service from Montreal to Quebec City• 3 Nights in Quebec City• Quebec City sightseeing tour • Departure transfer• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable

This tour can be done in reverse

Cartan’s Tour HighlightsUNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Montréal

Québec

Churchill

VIA RAIL

City

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

VIA RAIL

HOTEL STAY

MOTORCOACH


Staying at Fairmont Queen Elizabeth & Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

Staying at Marriott Chateau Champlain & Manoir Victoria

Season Price*May 1 - June 25 $1,799 June 26 - Oct 23 $2,199 Oct 24 - 25 $1,999

Season Price*May 1 - June 17 $1,399 June 18 - 21 & July 21 - 27 $1,499 June 22 - July 20 & 28 - Sep 11 $1,399 Sep 12 - 14 $1,499 Sep 15 - Oct 7 $1,399 Oct 8 - 25 $1,299

Departure dates on or within the seasons shown determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy. *Blackouts and surcharges may apply.

A SALE OF 2 CITIES A SALE OF 2 CITIES

DAY 1 – ARRIVE MONTREALBonjour! Montreal is a city of sophistication and style, where the restaurant guide is required reading and the shopping is hard to beat. The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth is one of Montreal’s premier hotels, well-known for excellent service. The hotel is located above the rail station and the underground city.Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth

DAY 2 – MONTREALYour sightseeing tour gives you an excellent overview of the city. Downtown Montreal has beautiful churches, historic buildings and museums. If you want to explore on your own, you will find that it is easy to use the underground system or stroll streets full of energy and atmosphere.Overnight – Fairmont Queen Elizabeth

DAY 3 – MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY/VIA RAILYour afternoon train ride to Quebec City is about three hours. The famous Fairmont Chateau Frontenac offers lovely views of the St. Lawrence River below, and is near many boutique shops and quaint restaurants.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

DAY 4 – QUEBEC CITY/SIGHTSEEINGA full day of sightseeing has been scheduled for today. This morning, you will discover Quebec City’s historic past with a city sightseeing tour. This afternoon, you will enjoy a tour of the lovely countryside, with stops at the famous Sainte Anne de Beaupre Basilica, Montmorency Falls, and the Island of Orleans. Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

DAY 5 – QUEBEC CITY TO CHARLEVOIX/LE MASSIFToday you will experience an exciting train route that will travel along the St. Lawrence, taking you from Quebec City to the

Charlevoix region. Upon arrival, you will discover the divine Fairmont Manoir Richelieu. During your stay, you can golf, hike, swim or try your luck at the casino.Overnight – Fairmont Manoir Richelieu

DAY 6 – CHARLEVOIX/WHALE WATCHING CRUISE The nutrient-rich fjords of the St. Lawrence River are known for its many species of migrating whales, so a whale-watching cruise has been scheduled for you today. Have your camera ready and bring a jacket because it can be chilly on the water.Overnight – Fairmont Manoir Richelieu

DAY 7 – CHARLEVOIX TO QUEBEC CITY/LE MASSIFYou have most of the day to relax and enjoy the beautiful grounds of Manoir Richelieu and the scenic views of the St. Lawrence River. A return train ride to Quebec City is provided this evening.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

DAY 8 – QUEBEC CITY/HOMETransportation from your hotel to the Quebec City Airport is included.



Season PriceJune 10 - 26 $2,699 July 1 - Oct 2 $2,999

UNITED STATES OF AMERICAMontréal

Québec

Churchill

LE MASIF TRAIN

City

Charlevoix

VIA RAILHOTEL STAY


• Saturday, Sunday & Monday departures only• 2 Nights Fairmont Queen Elizabeth• City sightseeing tour of Montreal• VIA Rail Business Class from Montreal to Quebec City• 3 Nights Fairmont Chateau Frontenac• Quebec City sightseeing and countryside tour• Round trip train from Quebec City/Charlevoix (Breakfast to Charlevoix, dinner from Charlevoix onboard)• 2 Nights Fairmont Manoir Richelieu• Whale watching cruise from Charlevoix• Departure transfer from the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac to the Quebec City Airport• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


EXPLORING QUEBEC EXPLORING QUEBEC



St. Foy

Alaska

Québec

Moncton

VIA RAIL

City

Halifax

Baddeck

Charlottetown

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

VIA RAIL

HOTEL STAY

SELF DRIVE

10 Days • VIA Rail • Self Drive

DAY 1 – ARRIVE QUEBEC CITY Quebec City is an authentic piece of Europe. Old Quebec abounds with architectural treasures, and the Quartier Petit Champlain is right out of a fairy tale. Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

DAY 2 – QUEBEC CITY TO HALIFAX/VIA RAILYour morning is at leisure. This afternoon, discover Quebec City’s historic past with a sightseeing tour. A transfer to the rail station has been arranged for you this evening. Traveling in Sleeper Plus Class, you have access to a domed-viewing car and the services of a Learning Coordinator. Overnight – VIA Rail Sleeper Car

DAY 3 – ARRIVE HALIFAX The VIA Rail staff have a wealth of knowledge about the passing scenery and enjoy sharing it with their passengers. Upon arrival, you will see that Halifax has been restored to its historic, harbor city charm. Overnight – Delta Barrington

DAY 4 – HALIFAX SIGHTSEEINGToday you will visit a Maritime treasure. You will enjoy a morning Halifax city tour followed by a visit to Peggy’s Cove or a full day tour of enchanting Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. Overnight – Delta Barrington

DAY 5 – HALIFAX TO CAPE BRETON Today you pick up your rental car and drive to Cape Breton and the town of Baddeck. This tranquil village overlooks the Bras D’Or Lake. Overnight – Auberge Gisele’s Inn

DAY 6 – CABOT TRAIL We suggest you devote a full day to the Cabot Trail. As you travel in the Highlands of Cape Breton, you feel the presence of the British Isles all around. Overnight – Auberge Gisele’s Inn

DAYS 7 & 8 – PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND Make your way to P.E.I., known as the Emerald Province because of the vivid greens Mother Nature has provided. You can visit Anne of Green Gables home in Cavendish and delight in sandy beaches of many colors. Overnights – The Great George

DAY 9 – PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND TO HALIFAXBid farewell to Prince Edward Island; as you make your way to Hali-fax. You will pass through Nova Scotia’s dairy industry on the way.Overnight – Delta Barrington

DAY 10 – HALIFAX/HOME The beauty and charm of Maritime Canada may be one of travel’s best kept secrets. Please share it with a friend.


Season PriceJuly 1 - Sep 26 $2,799 Sep 28 - Oct 10 $2,599

• Tues, Thurs, & Sat departure only• Airport to hotel arrival transfer 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Frontenac 2 Nights Delta Barrington 2 Nights Auberge Gisele’s Inn 2 Nights The Great George 1 Night Delta Barrington• Quebec City sightseeing tour• Hotel to St. Foy rail station transfer• 1 Night aboard VIA Rail’s Ocean in Sleeper Plus Class from St. Foy to Halifax in a private bedroom. Meal service is included on the train• Combined Halifax/Peggy’s Cove or Lunenberg/Mahone Bay tour• 5 day compact car rental with unlimited mileage • Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes as applicable


QUEBEC CITY, RAIL,

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND NOVA SCOTIA AND

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND QUEBEC CITY, RAIL,

NOVA SCOTIA AND

DAY 1 – ARRIVE HALIFAXArrive in Halifax and check in to our accommodations which are ideally located in the downtown core of this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban center on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet our Tour Director and fellow travelers this evening at a Meet and Greet Event.Cambridge Suites Hotel - Halifax, Nova Scotia

DAY 2 – HALIFAX TO OAK ISLANDDiscover the rustic charm of the renowned fishing village of Peggy’s Cove where we will enjoy breakfast. Travel Nova

Scotia’s South Shore and on to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg, renowned for her fleets of Grand Banks’ fishing schooners. Take a walking tour to fully experience one of the most remarkably preserved colonial settlements in the New World, and visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn about the town’s famous seafaring heritage. We are then off to postcard-perfect Mahone Bay where a trinity of 19th century-built churches represents an iconic cultural landscape of Nova Scotia. Enjoy some free time to stroll through the town and chat with the welcoming locals who have been known to share superstitions, legends and fables that date back to the rum-running days. Arrive in Western Shore for the night and learn of legendary Oak Island – home of the world’s longest running hunt for lost treasure. We overnight at a peaceful and serene ocean-side resort. (B, D)Atlantica Hotel & Marina Oak Island - Western Shore, Nova Scotia

DAY 3 – OAK ISLAND, NS TO CHARLOTTETOWN, PEOnce only accessible by ferry, today we arrive on Prince Edward Island via the Confederation Bridge, the world’s longest continuous multi-span bridge. En route, learn about Mi’kmaq culture at the Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaq Museum. We take in a theatre performance this evening by local entertainers at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (a substitution activity may be necessary due to the theatre schedule.) (B)Rodd Charlottetown - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

DAY 4 – PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND TOURINGEnjoy a free morning in Charlottetown, Canada birthplace, or join a complimentary walking tour of the city. This afternoon, we drive by red cliffs, white beaches, gently sloping sand dunes and green fields as we make our way to Prince Edward Island National Park. Before returning to Charlottetown, we visit Green Gables Heritage Site, the alluring inspiration of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic Anne of Green Gables books. Experience true Maritime hospitality this evening at a traditional Prince Edward Island lobster supper before returning to our Charlottetown accommodations. (B, D)Rodd Charlottetown - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

DAY 5 – CHARLOTTETOWN, PE TO BADDECK, NSFerry over the Northumberland Strait back to Nova Scotia and proceed to Cape Breton Island, the Scotland of North America – via the Canso Causeway. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck to learn of the many accomplishments of this genius who made his home on the island. Arrive at our accommodations on the Bras d’Or Lake where we will spend two nights. (B, D)Inverary on Baddeck Bay - Baddeck, Nova Scotia

DAY 6 – CABOT TRAIL TOURINGWe’re off to experience one of the most stunningly picturesque drives in North America. The Cabot Trail winds around the rocky splendor of Cape Breton’s northern shore, ascending to the incredible plateaus of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Look-offs offer unforgettable vistas of Cape Breton’s rugged coastline so be sure to have your camera on hand. Also enjoy a Whale Watching Boat Tour (weather permitting). (B, Box L, D)Inverary on Baddeck Bay - Baddeck, Nova Scotia

DAY 7 – BADDECK TO HALIFAXThe Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site awaits us today. Words cannot do justice to this reconstruction depicting one fifth of the settlement of 1744 New France. Roam the streets and chat with authentically costumed guides. Proceed along the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake to the mainland, and back to Halifax for one last night in the Maritimes. (B)Cambridge Suites Hotel - Halifax, Nova Scotia

DAY 8 – DEPART HALIFAXYour Cartan Tours arrangements conclude on check out from the hotel. (CB)


VIA RAIL

Halifax

FERRY

Cape Breton IslandCharlottetown

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER VIA RAIL

HOTEL STAY

MOTORCOACH

8 Days • Escorted Tour


• Atlantic Canadian Tour Director or Driver Guide• Modern Touring Vehicle• Meet and Greet Event• Peggy’s Cove• Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic• Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaq Museum• Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island• Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place• Prince Edward Island National Park• Ferry from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia• Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site• World Famous Cabot Trail• Cape Breton Highlands National Park• Fortress of Louisburg National Historic Site• Whale Watching Boat Tours• 7 night’s accommodation including 2 two-night stays• 12 meals including a lobster dinner• Maps and destination information• Hotel, service & GST taxes as applicable


*Bilingual English/German DeparturePackage is offered on select dates. Rates are in USD per person, based on double occupancy. Additional cabin categories can be found on our website www.cartantours.com.

Season PriceJune 4, 18, 25 $2,399 July 9, 23 $2,399 August 6, 20 $2,399 September 10*, 24 $2,399 Oct 8 $2,399

Canada’s Maritime islands await you! Pass through fields of green, dine on succulent seafood, and travel the world famous Cabot Trail on this bus tour of Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Island. Also spend time in the Oak Island area to learn of the treasure hunters that have ventured to Nova Scotia for hundreds of years. Embark on a truly memorable island adventure in the Atlantic Maritimes.

ENCHANTING ISLANDS ENCHANTING ISLANDS ESCORTED ESCORTED


DAY 1 – ARRIVE HALIFAX, NSArrive in Halifax and check in at your accommodations for the night. Your lovely hotel is ideally located in the downtown core. This evening meet your fellow travelers and Tour Director at a Meet and Greet Event. Depending on your time of arrival, you may wish to book a Gray Line Tour of Halifax, Peggy’s Cove or Lunenburg.Cambridge Suites Hotel - Halifax, Nova ScotiaAsk us about starting your tour in Newfoundland.

DAY 2 – HALIFAX, NS TO PORT AUX BASQUES, NLTravel via Truro and Antigonish to cross over the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island. At North Sydney, board a Marine Atlantic ferry for a relaxing crossing to Port aux Basques, your port of entry on the island of Newfoundland. (CB, D)Marine Atlantic FerryNote: The Marine Atlantic Ferry schedule changes yearly. As such, an overnight crossing including cabin accommodation may be necessary.

DAY 3 – PORT AUX BASQUES TO PORT AU CHOIX, NLDrive through the Codroy Valley and on to Corner Brook, the largest city on the west coast. Your journey continues through Gros Morne National Park – to be enjoyed later on during your tour – to the fishing community of Port au Choix. (B, L, D)Sea Echo Motel - Port au Choix, Newfoundland

DAY 4 – PORT AU CHOIX TO L’ANSE AU CLAIR, NLBoard the ferry from St. Barbe to cross the Strait of Belle Isle to Labrador. Continue to Red Bay National Historic Site (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site) where the Basques had a whaling station in the 16th century. Spend the night in Labrador. (B, D)Northern Light Inn - L’Anse au Clair, Labrador

• Meet and Greet Event• Atlantic Canadian Tour Director or Driver Guide• Modern Touring Vehicle• Gros Morne National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site• Lobster Cove Lighthouse• Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador• Red Bay National Historic Site - UNESCO World Heritage Site• L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site - UNESCO World Heritage Site• The Great Viking Feast at Leifsburdir• Grenfell Historic Properties• Whale Watching Boat Tour• Scenic Boat Tour in Gros Morne• North Atlantic Aviation Museum• Twillingate• Long Point Lighthouse & Prime Berth museum• Terra Nova National Park• Bonavista & Trinity• Guided tour of St. John’s• Signal Hill National Historic Site• Cape Spear National Historic Site• Sea Bird Watching Boat Tour• “Screech In” Ceremony



VIA RAIL

Corner BrookRocky Harbour

GanderSt. Johns

Port Blandford

L’anse au Clair Plum Point

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

VIA RAIL

HOTEL STAY

SELF DRIVE

12 Days • Escorted

Discover a land filled with Viking history. Explore a land rich with culture. Travel to a land overflowing with natural beauty. From west to east, Newfoundland & Labrador will undoubtedly leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

This comprehensive tour features the best of “the Far East of the Western World”. Travel from the northernmost tip of the island of Newfoundland to the most easterly point in North America through national parks - including Gros Morne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn of ancient peoples - the Maritime Archaic, Vikings, and Basques - as you travel to coastal fishing communities to meet the friendly and hospitable people of today. Boat tours provide the opportunity to see whales, thousands of seabirds, and, depending on the time of year, icebergs! Sample the local food and drink to become an honorary “Newfoundlander”!

ESCORTED NEWFOUNDLAND

ESCORTED NEWFOUNDLAND

DAY 5 – L’ANSE AU CLAIR TO ST. ANTHONY, NLReturn to Newfoundland and travel to L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, the first cultural discovery in the world to receive recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hear of the Vikings who walked here over a thousand years ago. (B, D)The Haven Inn - St. Anthony, Newfoundland

DAY 6 – ST. ANTHONY TO COW HEAD, NLEnjoy a morning whale watching boat tour in St. Anthony (weather permitting)* before traveling to Cow Head for a two-night stay. (B, D)Shallow Bay Motel - Cow Head, Newfoundland *June and early July are the best time to see Titanic-size icebergs!

DAY 7 – GROS MORNE LOCAL TOURINGDiscover why Gros Morne National Park is truly one of the highlights of your tour. Visit the Lobster Cove Lighthouse. Enjoy a scenic boat tour (weather permitting) as you learn the geology of the Tablelands,

see the bald eagles that frequent the deep waters of the fjord, and hear the history of the small villages nestled on the shores. It is an unforgettable experience; some say the scenery is unequaled in eastern Canada. (B, Box L, D)Shallow Bay Motel - Cow Head, Newfoundland

DAY 8 – COW HEAD TO GANDER, NLHave your camera at the ready as your time in Gros Morne National Park draws to a close. Later travel through central Newfoundland and on to Gander where you spend two nights. (B, D)Sinbad’s Hotel - Gander, Newfoundland

DAY 9 – TWILLINGATE TOURINGA scenic drive along the rocky coast of Notre Dame Bay leads to the beautiful outport of Twillingate. At the tip of the island, visit Long Point Lighthouse and the local co-op. Return to Gander to visit the North Atlantic Aviation Museum before returning to your hotel. (B, L)Sinbad’s Hotel - Gander, Newfoundland

DAY 10 – GANDER TO CLARENVILLE, NLHead out on the Trans-Canada Highway to visit Terra Nova National Park, the most easterly of Canada’s beautiful national parks. Keep your camera close at hand for wildlife along the way. Learn about the hard life of light keepers at Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site. This afternoon stroll through the lanes of the charming town of Trinity and see several historic buildings including a typical 20th century rural merchant’s house and a counting house. Arrival at your Clarenville hotel for the night. (B, L, D)St. Jude Hotel - Clarenville, Newfoundland

DAY 11 – CLARENVILLE TO ST. JOHN’S, NLArrive in the capital city of St. John’s for a two-night stay. Enjoy an intriguing tour of this old seaport. See the Victorian architecture of the downtown area, the busy modern waterfront, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Confederation Building, and the panoramic view from Signal Hill National Historic Site. (B, D)Delta St. John’s Hotel & Conference Centre - St. John’s, Newfoundland

DAY 12 – ST. JOHN’S AREA TOURINGThis morning, travel to Bay Bulls for one of the highlights of your trip ...a boat tour to the Witless Bay Bird Sanctuary (weather permitting). Later visit the most easterly point in North America, Cape Spear National Historic Site. The remainder of the day is free to explore on your own. (B)Delta St. John’s Hotel & Conference Centre - St. John’s, Newfoundland

DAY 13 – DEPART ST. JOHN’SDepart St. John’s for your flight home. Atlantic Tours’ arrangements end on check-out from the hotel.


*Bilingual English/German DeparturePrices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy.

Season PriceJune 2*, 9, 23, 30 $3,799 July 14, 28 $3,799 August 11, 25 $3,799 September 8 $3,799

DAY 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVERWelcome to Vancouver! Your package provides transportation from the Vancouver airport to your hotel. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is one of Vancouver’s most beautiful hotels. The staff at this deluxe property will pamper you with delightful accommodations and exceptional service.Overnight – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

DAY 2 – VANCOUVER TO JASPER/VIA RAILYou have a full day to enjoy the city! Your city sightseeing tour allows you to get on and off at all the major attractions throughout Vancouver. Departure time for the train is scheduled for 8:30PM. A transfer is included to the VIA Rail station. Your bedroom is a sitting room by day, that converts to upper and lower berths at night. Once aboard the train, the staff will see that you are settled into your room. As Sleeper Plus Class passengers, your meals are included along with access to the lounge and a dome car for spectacular viewing.Overnight – Aboard VIA Rail

DAY 3 – ARRIVE JASPERYou will awake this morning to the beauty of the Canadian Rockies, as you continue your rail journey to Jasper. Breakfast and lunch will be served prior to your afternoon arrival. The staff of the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will meet you at the train station and transfer you to the Lodge. The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is wilderness luxury at its finest.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 4 – JASPER AT LEISUREYou are at leisure to enjoy the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, or venture out and skate on Lac Beauvert, cross country ski, go dog-sledding, or see rivers frozen in time, should you choose a guided tour of Maligne Canyon. One of the most awe-inspiring sights of

winter is the frozen beauty of waterfalls at Angel Falls and Queen of Maligne Canyon. Winter turns their cascades into delicate sculptures beyond any human artisan’s skill.Overnight – Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

DAY 5 – JASPER TO LAKE LOUISEThe drive from Jasper to Lake Louise offers a winter landscape, hushed and remote. Suddenly, surrounded by snow-laden trees, is the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, a shimmering winter palace. The beauty of the frozen lake and Victoria Glacier on the opposite side of the lake are dramatic. Every year the Chateau builds an ice castle on the lake once it has frozen over. Here is a little known fact: the ice is imported from British Columbia!.Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

DAY 6 – LAKE LOUISE TO BANFFIt is a short ride from Lake Louise to Banff. After passing through the town of Banff, you arrive at the “Castle of the Rockies,” the Fairmont Banff Springs. When you arrive, you will quickly see that it is a village within a hotel. If you are a spa lover, you will realize that the Banff Springs spa is in a class all by itself.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 7 – BANFF AT LEISUREThere is plenty to do in Banff! The town is filled with delightful shops, boutiques, and restaurants to satisfy every taste and budget. The natural Hot Springs is close by, should you desire a relaxing time in the mineral water that has made Banff a popular destination for years.Overnight – Fairmont Banff Springs

DAY 8 – BANFF/CALGARY/HOMEIt’s time to bid farewell to the beautiful Canadian Rockies, with a promise to return for a totally different experience during a different season. Transportation from Banff to the Calgary Airport has been arranged.


• Departures on Monday or Thursdays• Airport to hotel arrival transfer 1 Night Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 2 Nights Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Night Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise 2 Nights Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel 1 Night aboard VIA Rail Sleeper Plus Class in a private bedroom from Vancouver to Jasper with access to a domed-viewing car, including breakfast and lunch in the dining car• Vancouver hop on/off city sightseeing tour• Station to hotel transfer in Jasper• Transfers from Jasper to Lake Louise, Lake Louise to Banff, & Banff to the Calgary Airport• Maps and destination information• Hotel, rail & GST taxes where applicable


Departure dates on or within the seasons shown determine the price in USD per person, based on double occupancy. *Holiday supplements may apply.

Season PriceNov 3 - Dec 15 $2,399 *Dec 19 - 29 $2,699 Jan 2 - 26 $2,259 Jan 30 - March 30 $2,399 April 3 - 24 $2,799


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RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS:A deposit of $250.00 per person is required to confirm your reservations within 7 days of booking and if the tour includes a cruise, $350.00 per person is required. Final tour payments should be received by Cartan Tours no later than 60 days prior to departure for land tours and 95 days prior to departure for cruise-tours. Wildlife bookings require a deposit of $750.00 per person within 5 days of the reservations and final payments for wildlife tours are due 95 days prior to departure.

CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS/PENALTIES:

Once confirmed: $100 per person*90-61 days prior to departure: $250 per person*60-46 days prior to departure: $450 per person*Within 45 days of departure: non-refundable*

*Plus any supplier fees and penalties.For change, cancellation and penalty fees on our cruise, escorted and wildlife tours, please consult Cartan Tours website at www.cartantours.com and refer to our terms and conditions page.

PROTECTING YOUR VACATION DOLLARS:Cartan Tour’s cancellation waiver ensures that should you need to cancel tour services purchased from Cartan Tours prior to your departure for reasons of illness, the death of an immediate family member, or an illness of an immediate family member where a doctor recommends that you should not travel, you will receive a refund of all monies paid excluding the cost of the waiver. Should you for these same reasons have to leave your trip early, this waiver will ensure that unused items purchased from Cartan Tours will be refunded. Pre-existing conditions are covered if the cancellation waiver is purchased at the time of the initial deposit/payment only. If you decide to add the cancellation waiver after your initial payment has been made, any pre-existing conditions will not be covered. The cancellation waiver may be purchased for new reservations at any time. The cancellation waiver cannot be added to existing reservations once you are within 60 days of departure. Immediate family members includes: any children, adopted children, step-children, children-in-law, parents, step-parents, parents-in-law, siblings, siblings-in-law, grandparents, grandchildren, legal spouse, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews of you and your traveling companion. Waiver rates are per person, based on the cost of your trip.

If the cost of your trip is: Your cost is: $0-$500 $50.00 $501-$999 $100.00 $1,000-$1,499 $150.00 $1,500-$1,999 $175.00 $2,000-$2,499 $200.00 $2,500-$2,999 $245.00 $3,000-$3,499 $275.00 $3,500-$3,999 $300.00 $4,000-$4,499 $350.00 $4,500-$4,999 $400.00 $5,000-$5,499 $450.00 $5,500-$5,999 $500.00Any questions regarding this cancellation waiver should be directed to Cartan Tours, Inc.

SMOKING ABOARD THE TRAINS:The trains featured in our tours DO NOT allow smoking on the train.

BAGGAGE ABOARD THE TRAINS:Special conditions may apply. This information is available upon request.

REFUNDS:Once the tour has commenced, hotel accommodations, meals, sightseeing, or other tour services which are not used are not refundable or exchangeable. If a scheduled tour must be withdrawn for any reason, an alternative will be offered. If none is available, a full refund of all monies paid to Cartan Tours will be refunded and shall constitute our sole responsibility.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:Published services and rates as detailed in our day by day itineraries or those tailored to meet your specific requests are per person, based on double occupancy, and include all marketing and operating costs related to the offerings of said tours. Please request separate rates for singles, triples, quads and children.

A NOTE ABOUT SEASONAL INCLUSIONS:Some sightseeing tours are seasonal. Normally this is reflected by that season having a lower price. In the event we cannot provide a service that a client has paid for, we will substitute a service of comparable value.

GENERAL INFORMATION:All U.S. Citizens must have a valid U.S. Passport for travel to and from Canada as of January 8, 2007. It is the responsibility of each client to ensure that they have the proper documentation and identification for travel outside the United States. Please check with your insurance carrier for details on baggage insurance, car insurance, and medical insurance, in the event of illness while traveling, and if your bags are damaged during airport handling, report it to the

airline immediately. While touring, if you notice any damage to bags or personal items, report the damage to the staff immediately. Please note Cartan Tours is not responsible for lost or damaged luggage because of breakage, theft, hotel or carrier handling, or normal wear and tear. Items that are not covered in the cost of your tour must be paid directly to the supplier by cash or credit card prior to leaving the hotel, sightseeing, or service establishment.

RESPONSIBILITY:These tours are under the management of Cartan Tours Inc., 3033 Ogden Ave. Lisle, IL 60532. It acts as an agent for the passenger and therefore accepts no responsibility in whole or part for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, your failure to obtain valid travel documents or your failure to follow travel instructions, or any loss, damage, physical or emotional injury to a person or property caused in whole or in part by a supplier of any intervening third party or mechanical defect failure of any nature, or for any substitution of hotels or for any additional expenses occasioned from any of the foregoing. Cartan Tours Inc. is not responsible for providing special facilities for your medical disabilities. No carrier shall have, or incur, the responsibility of liability to any person taking this tour, except its liability as a common carrier. The liability of the carriers for luggage or other property accompanying passengers is limited to their liability as common carriers. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the right is reserved to withdraw any or all tours should the conditions warrant. A passenger shall be deemed to have left a tour after participation in the last feature noted in the printed itinerary or at such earlier time as the passenger may elect to commence his or her departure. Your retention of tickets, reservations or bookings after issuance shall constitute consent to the above terms and conditions and an agreement on your part to convey the contents hereof to your travel companions.

CAR RENTAL TERMS:Renters must be 21 years of age (24 in Ontario) with a valid credit card and a valid driver’s license. Rental companies reserve the right to impose rental surcharges or to require specific insurance coverage for renters under the age of 25. Rentals are based on a pick up and return to the same point unless otherwise specified. Rates are based on 24 hour time periods. Renters are responsible to ensure that they do not exceed their prepaid period. Time in excess of the prepaid period must be paid directly to the car rental company by the customer at the time of drop off. Gasoline, local taxes, CDW and PAI and any one-way drop fees are not included. We recommend checking with your personal insurance agent to ensure that adequate coverage is purchased.

NATIONAL PARK FEES:Visitors to National Parks (i.e. - Banff and Jasper) are subject to a park user fee that is paid directly to the park service department. Most tours do not include these charges. If they are included, it will be noted in the “Tour Highlights” section of that tour.

Valid November 2016 through November 20172016 Cartan Tours, Inc. Printed in U.S.A

Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication, Cartan Tours Inc. is not responsible for any errors and omissions.

NOTE: Rates quoted are based on tariffs and projected exchange rates and are subject to change without notice.

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