Rail & Sail
| 13 nights, 14 days Vancouver / Vancouver |
from £1,459pp |
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Exclusives
- Rail Seat Upgrade
Upgrade your rail seat to the luxury of the GoldLeaf carriage and enjoy the extra benefits of the Dome carriage for 360 degrees views.
Plus many more benefits ( See prices for details )
Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrival in Vancouver. Arrive at Vancouver International Airport and transfer independently to your centrally-located hotel. Pick up your information kit at the front desk upon check in. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this coastal gem. overnight in Vancouver. |
| Day 2 | Vancouver. Spectacularly located between the coast mountains and the waters of the Pacific, Vancouver offers a world of entertainment, culture and adventure. enjoy the day to explore on your own. overnight in Vancouver. |
| Day 3 | Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver to
Kamloops. . Enjoy a private transfer to the train station and embark on an unforgettable journey, onboard the Rocky mountaineer, through the majestic landscape of western canada. overnight in Kamloops. Breakfast and lunch. |
| Day 4 | Rocky Mountaineer Kamloops to Banff
National Park. Today, relish the spectacle of snowcapped peaks, vividly-coloured lakes, glistening glaciers and alpine meadows as the train traverses the national parks of Glacier, Yoho and Banff. overnight in Banff. Breakfast and lunch included. |
| Day 5 | Banff National Park. Canada’s oldest national park offers a world of activities and recreation in a mountain setting resplendent with awe-inspiring beauty. Spend the day at leisure. overnight in Banff. |
| Day 6 | Banff to Jasper. leave Banff and travel north along the famous Icefi elds Parkway into the untamed wilderness of Jasper National Park. At the columbia Icefield, take the opportunity to tour onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier onboard an Ice explorer (ride included). overnight in Jasper.to venture by Ice explorer (ride included) onto the massive Athabasca Glacier. overnight in Jasper. |
| Day 7 | Jasper National Park. Enjoy some time in the resort town of Jasper, which still boasts an intriguing frontier identity. Guided excursions are also locally available. overnight in Jasper. |
| Day 8 | VIA Rail - The Skeena Train Jasper to Prince
George. Today, embark on a memorable rail journey across British columbia’s northern region to the watersof the Pacific ocean. The northern arm of the Fraser River leads to Prince George. overnight in Prince George. lunch and dinner included. |
| Day 9 | VIA Rail - The Skeena Train Prince George to Prince
Rupert. continuing west, the train follows the turbulent currents of the Skeena River and meanders through spectacular canyons and open valleys in the presence of ever-present mountain ridges. overnight in Prince Rupert. continental breakfast, lunch and dinner included. |
| Day 10 | Inside Passage cruise - Prince Rupert to Port Hardy. Welcome to the glorious Inside Passage, a paradise for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. Sail to Vancouver Island through a maze of enchanting islands, relishing the ever-changing vistas of deep fjords. overnight in Port Hardy. |
| Day 11 | Port Hardy to Victoria. Today, travel the Island Highway through the forest clad mountains of the interior. During your sightseeing transfer, you will make stops in campbell River, at the murals in chemainus and in Duncan. Upon arrival in Victoria the remainder of the day is at leisure. overnight in Victoria. |
| Day 12 | Victoria. The elegant city of Victoria is the capital of British columbia and the setting for a full day of independent sightseeing. overnight in Victoria. |
| Day 13 | Victoria to Vancouver. You have ample time to explore the Inner Harbour or to stroll along Victoria’s enticing shopping streets. overnight in Vancouver. |
| Day 14 | Vancouver - end of Tour. Individual transfer to Vancouver International Airport in time to check in for your return flight. |
What's included
- 12 nights accommodation (including Rocky Mountaineer)
- Victoria oneway trip from Vancouver (7 hours)
- Scheduled transfer from Victoria to Port Hardy
- BC Ferries - Port Hardy to Prince Rupert ? VIA Rail - Prince Rupert to Prince George (tourist class)
- VIA Rail - Prince George to Jasper (tourist class)
- Jasper-Banff Scenic tour including Ice Explorer
- Discover Banff Tour with Gondola (3 hours)
- Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Kamloops (including overnight in Kamloops)
- Rocky Mountaineer from Kamloops to Vancouver
- 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches
- Provincial taxes and federal GST, less accommodation rebate
- Transfers to and from
- Kamloops train station.
Not included:
- Flights
- Transfers to and from airport and / or train stations unless otherwise stated
- National park entrance fees
- Meals, attractions unless otherwise stated.
- Gratuities.
2010 Prices |
| Rail Seat upgrade available for Rocky Mountaineer- call for details. Prices based on Standard accommodation. Deluxe rates available, call for details. | ||||
Twin |
Single |
Triple |
Child (0-11) |
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| 12 May - 16 May | £1,609 | £2,099 | £1,459 | £819 |
| 26 May | £1,659 | £2,229 | £1,509 | £819 |
| 30 May - 09 Jun | £1,789 | £2,369 | £1,609 | £929 |
| 23 Jun - 15 Sep | £1,849 | £2,509 | £1,659 | £929 |
To book or for more information call one of our sales consultants on
020 7616 9198 or 0141 223 7515
