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EXPLORING WESTERN CANADA
The following section highlights Brewster’s best selling multi-day vacations in Western Canada, including the provinces of
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world famous trains; VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer, plus numerous
sightseeing excursions, activities and hotel accommodation to create
incredible package holidays. Similar to the Independent Coach Vacations, the following train vacations can be completely customized to
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Western Canada Coach Vacations
Emerald Lake, BC
Mountain Quest
2 days / 1 night Two-day Sightseeing Excursion
from $504
Looking for a quick escape or perfect add-on to your visit to Canada? This is it! Explore, photograph and learn about the
best sights of Western Canada on a two-day sightseeing excursion with a legendary Brewster driver guide.
FEATURES
• 1 night hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Vancouver-Calgary (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
CHILD
May 2 - May 30
$504
$266
Jun 1 - Oct 3
$647
$324
Oct 5 - Oct 12
$504
$266
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Sundays & Tuesdays
MQE1
From Calgary: Sundays & Fridays
MQW1
Rockies Discovery
FROM VANCOUVER
Day 1 & 2 Vancouver to Lac Le Jeune to Calgary
The eastbound Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion departs from Vancouver and Whistler, and
travels east through British Columbia and the Canadian
Rockies. Your itinerary includes several discovery stops
at all the must-see points of interest, as well as meals
and an overnight stay at lakeside Lac Le Jeune Resort.
Choose to end the two-day journey in Lake Louise,
Banff or Calgary.
FROM CALGARY
Day 1 & 2 Calgary to Lac Le Jeune to Vancouver
The westbound Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion departs from Calgary, Banff and Lake Louise,
and travels west through the Canadian Rockies and British Columbia. Your itinerary includes several discovery
stops at all the must-see points of interest, as well as
meals and an overnight stay at lakeside Lac Le Jeune
Resort. Choose to end the two-day journey in either
Whistler or Vancouver.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Whistler
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Calgary
Banff
Seattle
U.S.A.
3 days / 2 nights
from $613
This vacation expands the two-day Mountain Quest Sightseeing Excursion to allow additional time in Whistler. This pedestrian-only village features spectacular mountains, championship golf courses, numerous walking trails and luxurious spas.
FEATURES
• 2 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Calgary-Whistler (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 2 - May 29
$613
$654
$264
May 30 - Oct 2
$746
$787
$321
Oct 3 - Oct 11
$613
$654
$264
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
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VACATION CODE
DEPARTURES
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
RDE2
RDW2
From Calgary: Sundays & Fridays
Day 1 & 2 Mountain Quest:
Calgary to Lac Le Jeune to Whistler
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at
lakeside Lac Le Jeune Resort. See above itinerary for
more information.
Day 3 Whistler to Vancouver
A scenic transfer from Whistler to Vancouver along the
Sea to Sky Highway concludes your Rockies Discovery.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Vancouver.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Whistler
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Seattle
U.S.A.
Lake Louise
Banff
Calgary
Western Canada Coach Vacations
Canadian Rockies Escape
4 days / 3 nights
from $856
Perfect pre or post cruise add-on! This vacation expands the two-day Mountain
Quest journey to allow additional time in Vancouver and Banff. All the scenic
highlights are included with plenty of time for fun and relaxation.
FEATURES
• 3 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Vancouver-Banff (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Banff Sightseeing Excursion
• Banff Gondola
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 1 - May 29
$858
$994
CHILD
$314
May 31 - Oct 4
$1,057
$1,197
$371
Oct 7 - Oct 11
$856
$901
$314
Day 2 & 3 Mountain Quest:
Vancouver to Lac Le Jeune to Banff
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at Lac
Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
Day 4 Banff to Calgary
A morning sightseeing excursion highlights the many
sights of Banff, including a trip up the Banff Gondola
for the ultimate mountaintop experience. This afternoon, a sightseeing tour to Calgary completes your
Canadian Rockies Escape.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
British
Columbia
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
CREE3
From Calgary: Thursdays & Saturdays
CREW3
Jasper
Whistler
Day 1 Vancouver
After checking into your hotel, the evening is yours
to explore the coastal city of Vancouver. An absolute
must-do activity is a visit to Grandville Island; home
to local artists’ studios, a public market and several
restaurants overlooking the harbor.
Peaks & Parks
Alberta
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
4 days / 3 nights
from $745
Explore two of Canada’s most popular mountain resorts, Whistler and Banff, plus
the remarkable two-day Mountain Quest Sightseeing Excursion on this Western
Canada vacation. There are plenty of options for sightseeing, outdoor activities,
or simply relaxing while being embraced by the incredible mountain scenery.
FEATURES
• 3 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Whistler-Banff (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Banff Sightseeing Excursion
• Banff Gondola
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 1 - May 29
$745
$929
CHILD
$311
May 31 - Oct 2
$947
$1,132
$369
Oct 4 - Oct 11
$745
$886
$311
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
PPE3
From Calgary: Thursdays & Saturdays
PPW3
Day 1 Vancouver to Whistler
Your vacation begins with a scenic transfer to Whistler.
Summer in Whistler offers mountaintop sightseeing,
world-class golf, spas, art galleries, theatre and hiking
among ancient thousand-year old cedars – the largest
and oldest left on the planet.
Day 2 & 3 Mountain Quest:
Whistler to Lac Le Jeune to Banff
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at
lakeside Lac Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more
information.
Day 4 Banff to Calgary
A morning sightseeing excursion will introduce you to
the stories and highlights of Banff. This afternoon, a
short journey to Calgary will complete your Canadian
Rockies vacation.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Whistler
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
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Western Canada Coach Vacations
Western Vistas
5 days / 4 nights
The Icefields Parkway and the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience. It’s here
you’ll discover majestic peaks, cascading waterfalls, sparkling emerald lakes and
ancient glaciers on one of the most spectacular journeys in the world. This vacation expands on the Peaks & Parks package to include another must-see attraction in Western Canada.
FEATURES
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Banff-Whistler (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Banff and Icefields Parkway Sightseeing Excursions
• Banff Gondola
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 3 - May 28
$986
$1,286
$393
May 29 - Oct 2
$1,256
$1,558
$450
Oct 4 - Oct 11
$986
$1,199
$393
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
WVE4
From Calgary: Wednesdays & Fridays
WVW4
Alpine Journey
Day 1 Calgary to Banff
A morning sightseeing excursion from Calgary to
Banff. This protected wilderness area offers rugged
alpine beauty and first-class amenities. Discover the
ultimate mountaintop experience, the Banff Gondola.
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 3 - May 26
$1,501
$1,878
CHILD
$516
May 29 - Jun 21
$1,878
$2,348
$574
Jun 23 - Aug 30
$1,890
$2,384
$574
Sep 1 - Oct 4
$1,878
$2,348
$574
Oct 6 - Oct 11
$1,451
$1,719
$520
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
AJE6
From Calgary: Mondays & Wednesdays
AJW6
Day 1 Vancouver to Whistler
Your vacation begins with a transfer along the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway to the mountain resort of
Whistler.
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Whistler
Lake Louise
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Calgary
Banff
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 3 & 4 Mountain Quest:
Banff to Lac Le Jeune to Whistler
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada on
the two-day Mountain Quest sightseeing excursion,
including meals and an overnight stay at lakeside Lac
Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
Day 5 Whistler to Vancouver
Enjoy the early part of your morning with an outdoor
activity or last minute shopping excursion prior to
transferring to Vancouver.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Vancouver.
7 days / 6 nights
FEATURES
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Whistler-Lake Louise (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1
dinner)
• Jasper, Icefields Parkway and Banff Sightseeing
Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
(seasonal)
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
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British
Columbia
Day 2 Columbia Icefield
Today’s sightseeing excursion travels along the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield for the famous
Glacier Experience. Travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer
onto an ancient glacier and stand on ice that’s as
thick as the Eiffel Tower is tall. Return to Banff by late
afternoon.
Discover Canada’s alpine splendour! This independent vacation features a scenic
gondola ride to a mountain summit, a unique tour onto the surface of a glacier
and a leisurely lake cruise in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
RATES
from $986
Day 2 & 3 Mountain Quest:
Whistler to Lac Le Jeune to Lake Louise
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada on
the two-day Mountain Quest sightseeing excursion,
including meals and an overnight stay at lakeside Lac
Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
from $1,451
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Whistler
Lake Louise
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Calgary
Banff
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper
Discover why the Icefields Parkway is known as ‘one
of the most spectacular journeys in the world.’ Your
sightseeing excursion also takes in the Columbia
Icefield Glacier Experience for a trip onto the surface
of an ancient glacier.
Day 6 Banff
The day is yours to explore Banff at your leisure. This
evening, an interpretive cruise on Lake Minnewanka
will introduce Banff National Park’s largest lake.
Day 5 Jasper to Banff
A ‘Discover Jasper’ sightseeing excursion will introduce you to Jasper’s rugged peaks, canyons and the
famous disappearing lake. Then travel south to the
popular resort of Banff, where Rundle, Tunnel, Sulphur
and Cascade Mountains circle the town.
Day 7 Banff to Calgary
Take a morning sightseeing excursion of Banff, including the Banff Gondola for spectacular valley views and
the ultimate mountaintop experience. A short journey
through the foothills to the city of Calgary completes
your vacation.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
Western Canada Coach Vacations
Rockies Treasures
8 days / 7 nights
from $1,530
This independent motorcoach vacation combines Canada’s natural treasures
with world-renowned resorts, exciting activities and plenty of time to explore this
remarkable destination.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
FEATURES
• 7 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Lake Louise-Whistler (1 breakfast, 2 lunches,
1 dinner)
• Banff, Icefields Parkway and Jasper Sightseeing
Excursions
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
(seasonal)
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Maligne Lake Cruise (seasonal)
• Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
Day 1 Calgary to Banff
Your vacation begins with a trip into the Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park. A sightseeing excursion
will introduce you to the scenic highlights of the area,
and a journey on the Banff Gondola will present a bird’s
eye view of six mountain ranges.
RATES
Day 4 Jasper
A sightseeing excursion will showcase some of the
area’s interesting sights, including a limestone canyon,
a disappearing lake and a guided boat cruise on
Maligne Lake.
May 2 - May 25
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
$1,580
$2,037
$516
May 29 - Jun 22
$2,010
$2,586
$574
Jun 26 - Aug 31
$2,023
$2,630
$574
Sep 5 - Oct 3
$2,010
$2,586
$574
Oct 4 - Oct 9
$1,530
$1,851
$520
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Vancouver.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Mondays & Saturdays
RTE7
From Calgary: Sundays & Tuesdays
RTW7
Day 2 Banff
Discover the largest lake in Banff National Park on
the Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise. Make
sure to have a camera handy, as wildlife sightings are
common.
Day 3 Banff to Jasper
Travel along one of the most breathtaking roadways in
the world - the Icefields Parkway. Take in scenic views
such as Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier before arriving at the Athabasca Glacier for the famous Columbia
Icefield Glacier Experience. Continue northward into
Jasper National Park and the quaint resort town of
Jasper.
Columbia Icefield
Whistler
Lake Louise
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Calgary
Banff
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 8 Whistler to Vancouver
Travel the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to the ocean
coastline of Vancouver to complete your Western
Canada vacation.
Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise
Today’s journey takes you to one of the most photographed places in the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise.
Take an easy stroll along the lakeshore, a hike to a tea
house or rent a canoe and venture onto the lake.
Day 6 & 7 Mountain Quest:
Lake Louise to Lac Le Jeune to Whistler
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at Lac
Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
Western Canada Discovery
8 days / 7 nights
from $1,503
From the scenic beauty of Banff National Park to the sophisticated streets of Vancouver, from the serenity of Lac Le Jeune to the activity of Whistler – all this, and
charming Victoria too! Discover all the experiences Western Canada has to offer:
dining, sightseeing and pure mountain relaxation.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Whistler
FEATURES
• 7 nights hotel accommodation
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Banff-Whistler (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
• Banff and Victoria Sightseeing Excursions
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
(seasonal)
• Butchart Gardens
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Vancouver: Wednesdays & Fridays
WCDE7
From Calgary: Wednesdays & Fridays
WCDW7
RATES
May 5 - May 21
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
$1,503
$1,917
$423
May 26 - Jun 23
$1,801
$2,175
$480
Jun 25 - Oct 1
$1,801
$2,272
$480
Oct 6 - Oct 8
$1,531
$1,670
$423
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
Victoria
Lake Louise
Lac Le Jeune
Vancouver
Calgary
Banff
Seattle
Day 1 Calgary to Banff
Your Western Canada Discovery begins with a transfer
from Calgary to the Canadian Rocky Mountains and
Banff National Park.
Sea to Sky Highway.
Day 2 Banff
Canada’s first National Park offers so much to see and
do. Today’s highlights include a morning sightseeing
excursion of Banff, a journey on the Banff Gondola for
a mountaintop experience and an interpretive evening
wildlife cruise on Lake Minnewanka.
Day 6 Vancouver to Victoria
Victoria, located on Vancouver Island, offers the perfect blend of British traditions and youthful modern
flare. A sightseeing tour from Vancouver to Victoria will
highlight this remarkable destination and its must-see
sights, including world-famous Butchart Gardens.
Day 3 & 4 Mountain Quest:
Banff to Lac Le Jeune to Whistler
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at Lac
Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
Day 7 Victoria to Vancouver
The morning is open to explore the charm of Victoria at
your own pace. An afternoon ferry takes you through the
Gulf Islands back to Vancouver for your final night stay.
Day 5 Whistler to Vancouver
Don’t sleep in this morning as there is plenty of time
for a leisure activity: hike, cycle, or golf before your
afternoon transfer to Vancouver along the cliff-hugging
U.S.A.
Day 8 Vancouver
A morning check-out from your hotel concludes your
Western Canada Discovery
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Vancouver.
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Western Canada Train Vacations
VIA rail in the Canadian Rockies
Rocky Mountain Adventure
5 days / 4 nights
from $1,353
See the best of Canada’s West! Experience Canada’s national rail service aboard ‘The Canadian’ from Vancouver to Jasper. You’ll
then have plenty of time to explore the alpine towns of Jasper, Banff and all the incredible scenic stops in between.
FEATURES
• 3 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night onboard VIA Rail in Sleeper Touring Class,
Vancouver-Jasper (2 meals)
• Vancouver, Icefields Parkway and Banff Sightseeing
Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Banff Gondola
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
May 1 - May 28
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
$1,353
$1,790
$822
May 29 - Jun 27
$1,655
$2,164
$993
Jun 28 - Aug 30
$1,655
$2,180
$993
Sep 2 - Oct 3
$1,843
$2,405
$1,174
Oct 4 - Oct 17
$1,717
$2,136
$1,174
DEPARTURES
From Calgary: Mon, Thur & Sat
From Vancouver: Sun, Wed & Fri
VACATION CODE
RMAW4
RMAE4
Day 1 Vancouver
Explore this world-class destination, with its city centre
positioned perfectly beside famous Stanley Park and
the shores of the Pacific Ocean.
Day 2 & 3 VIA Rail: Vancouver to Jasper
After discovering the highlights of Vancouver on a
trolley tour, board VIA Rail for the overnight train
journey to Jasper National Park. Cascading waterfalls,
sparkling lakes and deep canyons make the perfect
complement to your onboard experience – complete
with gourmet meals and first-class amenities. See page
48 for more information.
Day 4 Jasper to Banff
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Banff. A highlight
along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer onto
the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 5 Banff to Calgary
A morning sightseeing excursion takes you on the
Banff Gondola for a spectacular mountaintop experience. This afternoon, a transfer to Calgary to complete
your adventure.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Lake Louise
Vancouver
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
Western Canada Experience
5 days / 4 nights
Ride the famous Rocky Mountaineer train to the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Enjoy exciting activities in Banff National Park, including the ultimate mountaintop experience at the Banff Gondola and a scenic cruise on Lake Minnewanka.
from $1,481
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
FEATURES
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Vancouver –
Kamloops – Banff (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Banff Sightseeing Excursion
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 2 - May 28
$1,481
$1,758
CHILD
$913
May 30 - Jun 28
$1,838
$2,107
$1,133
Jul 1 - Aug 29
$1,838
$2,123
$1,133
Sep 2 - Oct 1
$1,838
$2,107
$1,113
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Calgary: Selected Departures
WCEW4
From Vancouver: Selected Departures
WCEE4
Day 1 Vancouver
Spend the evening at leisure exploring this coastal city.
If you enjoy shopping and dining, make sure to visit
Robson Street for a huge selection of boutique shops
and unique restaurants.
Day 2 & 3 Rocky Mountaineer:
Vancouver to Kamloops to Banff
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous all-daylight
rail journey through the Canadian Rockies. This trip offers
breathtaking vistas, while onboard attendants provide
informative commentary. Meals are served onboard and
hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in Kamloops. See page 48 for more information.
Day 4 Banff
Enjoy a sightseeing excursion of Banff, a trip to a mountain summit on the Banff Gondola and a cruise on Lake
Minnewanka ,the largest lake in Banff National Park.
Day 5 Banff to Calgary
Transfer to Calgary to complete your vacation.
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Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
Western Canada Train Vacations
Essential Canadian Rockies
5 days / 4 nights
from $1,511
The world-renowned resorts of Banff and Jasper complement this five-day train
vacation featuring the Rocky Mountaineer and scenic sights of Western Canada.
FEATURES
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Jasper –
Kamloops – Vancouver (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Icefields Parkway Sightseeing Excursion
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 3 - May 27
$1,514
$1,758
CHILD
$924
May 28 - Oct 1
$1,858
$2,139
$1,144
Oct 5 - Oct 8
$1,511
$1,634
$924
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Calgary: Tuesdays & Fridays
ECRW4
From Vancouver: Mondays & Thursdays
ECRE4
Day 1 Calgary to Banff
Travel from Calgary to Banff National Park.
Day 2 Banff to Jasper
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Jasper. A highlight along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier
Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer
onto the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 3 & 4 Rocky Mountaineer:
Jasper to Kamloops to Vancouver
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous alldaylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies.
This trip offers breathtaking vistas and informative
commentary along the way. Meals are served onboard
and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in
Kamloops. See page 48 for more information.
Day 5 Vancouver
A morning check-out from your hotel concludes the
Essential Canadian Rockies vacation.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
Mountain Peaks & Glaciers
6 days / 5 nights
from $1,745
Discover mountain peaks and glaciers by the hundreds! This six-day vacation takes you onboard the Rocky Mountaineer,
puts you on top of a glacier that’s as thick as the Eiffel Tower is tall and gives you numerous opportunities to capture that
perfect wildlife photo.
FEATURES
• 5 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Vancouver –
Kamloops – Jasper (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Icefield Parkway and Banff Sightseeing Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
(seasonal)
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 3 - May 27
$1,745
$2,143
$1,032
May 31 - Jun 24
$2,158
$2,572
$1,252
Jun 28 - Oct 4
$2,195
$2,597
$1,252
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
VACATION CODE
From Calgary: Mon, Thur & Sun
CA61
From Vancouver: Mon, Thur & Sun
CA64
Day 1 Vancouver
Explore the coastal city of Vancouver. Renting a bike
and riding along the seawall through Stanley Park is a
highly recommended activity, and is just minutes from
your hotel.
Day 2 & 3 Rocky Mountaineer:
Vancouver to Kamloops to Jasper
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous alldaylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies.
This trip offers breathtaking vistas and informative
commentary along the way. Meals are served onboard
and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in
Kamloops. See page 48 for more information.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 4 Jasper to Banff
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Banff. A highlight
along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer onto
the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 5 Banff
This evening, an interpretive cruise on Lake Minnewanka will introduce Banff National Park’s largest lake.
Make sure to bring a camera, as wildlife sightings are
common.
Day 6 Banff to Calgary
Explore the local highlights on a morning sightseeing
excursion of Banff. Travel to Calgary to complete your
vacation.
This vacation is also available in reverse direction from
Calgary.
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Western Canada Train Vacations
Lakes & Mountains
7 days / 6 nights
from $1,674
Experience the romance of an alpine journey on this seven-day independent
train vacation. Enjoy freshly prepared gourmet meals, sightsee from the dome
car, enjoy a drink in the lounge, then retire to your onboard accommodation.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
FEATURES
• 5 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night onboard VIA Rail in Sleeper Touring Class,
Vancouver-Jasper (2 meals)
• Jasper, Icefields Parkway, Lake Louise and Banff
Sightseeing Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Minnewanka Lake Cruise
• Banff Gondola
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 2 - May 25
$1,674
$2,272
$885
May 27 - Jun 25
$2,181
$2,951
$1,067
Jun 27 - Aug 27
$2,194
$2,997
$1,067
Aug 29 - Oct 5
$2,369
$3,209
$1,248
Oct 7 - Oct 14
$1,990
$2,551
$1,238
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
From Vancouver: Tue, Fri & Sun
From Calgary: Tue, Thu & Sun
VACATION CODE
CA62
CA65
Day 1 & 2 VIA Rail: Vancouver to Jasper
After discovering the highlights of Vancouver on a
trolley tour, board VIA Rail for the overnight train
journey to Jasper National Park. Cascading waterfalls,
sparkling lakes and deep canyons make the perfect
complement to your onboard experience – complete
with gourmet meals and first-class amenities. See page
48 for more information.
Columbia Icefield
Lake Louise
Vancouver
Day 3 Jasper
A morning ‘Discover Jasper’ sightseeing excursion will
introduce you to Jasper’s rugged peaks, canyons and
the famous disappearing lake.
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 4 Jasper to Lake Louise
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Lake Louise. A
highlight along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier
Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer
onto the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 5 Lake Louise to Banff
Take a morning stroll along the shore of Lake Louise
or a short hike to a mountain teahouse before joining
a sightseeing excursion through Yoho National Park to
the townsite of Banff.
Day 6 Banff
An interpretive morning cruise on Lake Minnewanka
will introduce Banff National Park’s largest lake.
Make sure to bring a camera, as wildlife sightings are
common.
Day 7 Banff to Calgary
Banff is one of the most popular destinations in
Canada, and it’s easy to see why after a morning sightseeing excursion of the highlights and mountaintop
experience at the Banff Gondola. Your vacation concludes after an afternoon tour to Calgary.
Vancouver, Victoria & the Canadian Rockies
7 days / 6 nights
Discover the trendy characteristics of Vancouver, sightsee onboard the all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer and discover the colourful history of Victoria with First
Nations totem poles, heritage architecture and afternoon tea.
British
Columbia
from $2,207
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
FEATURES
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Banff –
Kamloops – Vancouver (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Banff, Icefields Parkway, Victoria and Vancouver
Sightseeing Excursions
• Banff Gondola
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Butchart Gardens
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 1 - May 25
$2,212
$2,561
$1,177
May 28 - Oct 1
$2,569
$2,926
$1,398
Oct 2 - Oct 5
$2,207
$2,318
$1,177
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
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DEPARTURES
From Vancouver: Tue, Fri & Sat
From Calgary: Mon, Tue & Fri
VACATION CODE
CA70
CA71
Day 1 Calgary to Banff
Travel from Calgary into the grand Rocky Mountains on
a sightseeing excursion through Banff National Park.
Day 2 Columbia Icefield
Your sightseeing adventure today features the spectacular Icefields Parkway and Columbia Icefield, where
you’ll take in the Glacier Experience and stand on ice
that’s as thick as the Eiffel Tower is tall. Return to Banff
by late afternoon for plenty of time to explore the
shops and restaurants on Banff Avenue.
Day 3 Rocky Mountaineer:
Banff to Kamloops to Vancouver
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous alldaylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies.
This trip offers breathtaking vistas and informative
commentary along the way. Meals are served onboard
and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in
Kamloops. See page 48 for more information.
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Victoria
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 5 Victoria
Victoria is known for gardens, castles and the Inner
Harbor. Discover all of these on a full day sightseeing
excursion to Vancouver Island and Victoria, including a
visit to world-famous Butchart Gardens. An afternoon
ferry trip returns you to Vancouver.
Day 6 Vancouver
Get acquainted with Vancouver, host city for the 2010
Olympics, on a morning city sightseeing excursion.
Day 7 Vancouver
Enjoy your final morning in Vancouver before checking
out of your hotel.
Western Canada Train Vacations
Explorer’s Circle
6 days / 5 nights
from $2,068
This vacation is just the ticket if you love rail travel. Double your pleasure with
both VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer on this six-day vacation that also includes
time to explore the resort towns of the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
FEATURES
• 4 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night onboard VIA Rail in Sleeper Touring Class,
Vancouver-Jasper (2 meals)
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Banff –
Kamloops – Vancouver (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Icefields Parkway Sightseeing Excursion
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 2 - May 23
$2,068
$2,474
CHILD
$1,482
May 30 - Aug 29
$2,590
$3,084
$1,874
Sep 5 - Sep 12
$2,778
$3,309
$2,055
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
Sundays
VACATION CODE
CA77A
Day 1 & 2 VIA Rail: Vancouver to Jasper
Board VIA Rail for the overnight train journey to Jasper
National Park. Cascading waterfalls, sparkling lakes
and deep canyons make the perfect complement to
your onboard experience – complete with gourmet
meals and first-class amenities. See page 48 for more
information.
Day 3 Jasper to Banff
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Banff. A highlight
along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer onto
the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Lake Louise
Vancouver
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in
Kamloops. See page 48 for more information.
Day 6 Vancouver
A morning check-out from your hotel concludes the
Explorer’s Circle vacation.
Day 4 & 5 Rocky Mountaineer:
Banff to Kamloops to Vancouver
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous alldaylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies.
This trip offers breathtaking vistas and informative
commentary along the way. Meals are served onboard
Spirit of the Rockies
8 days / 7 nights
from $2,227
Discover the Spirit of the Rockies on this vacation that includes two all-daylight train journeys through British Columbia
onboard the Whistler Mountaineer and Rocky Mountaineer.
FEATURES
• 7 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘Coast Classic’ service,
Vancouver - Whistler (breakfast)
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Whistler –
Quesnel – Jasper (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Jasper, Icefields Parkway and Banff Sightseeing
Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Banff Gondola
• Evening Trail Ride and Steakfry
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 15 - May 22
$2,227
$2,707
$1,279
May 29 - Jun 19
$2,688
$3,216
$1,496
Jul 3 - Sep 28
$2,688
$3,248
$1,496
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
Saturdays
VACATION CODE
SOTR7
Day 1 Vancouver
Vancouver’s city centre is positioned perfectly beside
the 1000 acre Stanley Park and the shores of the Pacific
Ocean – all within walking distance after checking into
your downtown hotel.
only resort of Whistler.
Day 3 & 4 Rocky Mountaineer:
Whistler to Quesnel to Jasper
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for an all-daylight rail
journey through Northern British Columbia. Travel
through seldom-seen landscapes, while attendants
provide informative commentary. Meals are served
onboard the train and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in Quesnel. See page 48 for more
information.
Day 5 Jasper
Discover the highlights and scenic vistas of Jasper
National Park on a morning sightseeing excursion.
British
Columbia
Prince
George
Alberta
Quesnel
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Whistler
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Banff
Calgary
Victoria
Seattle
U.S.A.
Day 6 Jasper to Banff
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Banff. A highlight
along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer onto
the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 7 Banff
Explore the local highlights on a morning sightseeing
excursion of Banff, including the Banff Gondola for
spectacular valley views and the ultimate mountaintop
experience. This evening, enjoy an easy one-hour trail
ride on horseback and relax while your experienced
cook prepares your steak dinner to order.
Day 8 Banff to Calgary
Spend the morning at leisure before transferring to
Calgary to conclude this eight-day vacation.
Day 2 Rocky Mountaineer: Vancouver to Whistler
Join the Rocky Mountaineer on a breathtaking morning train journey between Vancouver and Whistler. The
afternoon is open for you to explore the pedestrian-
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Western Canada Train Vacations
Rockies Circle West
8 days / 7 nights
from $2,009
This grand circle tour through Canada’s Rocky Mountains highlights two of the best of ways to travel! Begin on VIA Rail, where you’ll stay
overnight onboard the train, enjoying freshly prepared gourmet meals. Then explore the resort towns of the Canadian Rockies, followed
by a spectacular two-day sightseeing excursion by coach.
FEATURES
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night onboard VIA Rail in Sleeper Touring Class,
Vancouver-Jasper (2 meals)
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing Excursion,
Lake Louise-Vancouver (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1
dinner)
• Jasper, Icefields Parkway and Banff Sightseeing
Excursions
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Banff Gondola
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
CHILD
May 2 - May 25
$2,009
$2,540
$1,004
May 30 - Jun 22
$2,564
$3,271
$1,235
Jun 27 - Aug 31
$2,577
$3,309
$1,235
Sep 5 - Oct 3
$2,752
$3,513
$1,416
Oct 5
$2,328
$2,813
$1,357
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
Majestic Circle
DEPARTURES
Sundays & Tuesdays
VACATION CODE
YC6
Day 1 & 2 VIA Rail: Vancouver to Jasper
Board VIA Rail for the overnight train journey to Jasper
National Park. Cascading waterfalls, sparkling lakes
and deep canyons make the perfect complement to
your onboard experience – complete with gourmet
meals and first-class amenities. See page 48 for more
information.
Day 3 Jasper
A morning ‘Discover Jasper’ sightseeing excursion will
introduce you to Jasper’s rugged peaks, canyons and
the famous disappearing lake.
Day 4 Jasper to Banff
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Banff. A highlight
along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer onto
the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 5 Banff to Lake Louise
Banff is one of the most popular destinations in
Canada, and it’s easy to see why after a morning sightseeing excursion and mountaintop experience at the
Banff Gondola. This afternoon, travel to pristine Lake
Louise.
8 days / 7 nights
Day 6 & 7 Mountain Quest:
Lake Louise to Lac Le Jeune to Vancouver
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada
on the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing
excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at
lakeside Lac Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more
information.
Day 8 Vancouver
A morning check-out from your hotel concludes the
Rockies Circle West vacation.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Banff
Calgary
Seattle
U.S.A.
from $2,271
Travel by coach from Vancouver to the mountain resort of Whistler and the Coastal Mountains, on to the highlights of the
Rockies, then circle back to the coast onboard the Rocky Mountaineer all-daylight train.
British
Columbia
Alberta
Jasper
Columbia Icefield
Whistler
Vancouver
Lake Louise
Kamloops
Seattle
U.S.A.
Banff
Calgary
FEATURES
• 7 nights hotel accommodation
• Rocky Mountaineer ‘RedLeaf’ service, Jasper Kamloops - Vancouver (breakfast and lunch daily)
• Mountain Quest Two-Day Sightseeing
Excursion,Vancouver - Banff (1 breakfast, 2 lunches,
1 dinner)
• Banff, Lake Louise and Icefields Parkway
Sightseeing Excursions
• Banff Gondola
• Minnewanka Evening Wildlife Lake Cruise
(seasonal)
• Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience
• Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
• Columbia Icefield souvenir photograph
• National Park entrance fee
• Hotel luggage handling
RATES
MODERATE
DELUXE
May 4 - May 25
$2,271
$2,749
CHILD
$1,242
Jun 1 - Jun 22
$2,910
$3,400
$1,532
Jun 29 - Sep 28
$2,910
$3,432
$1,532
Above rates are per person, based on double
occupancy and do not include GST tax.
DEPARTURES
Tuesdays
VACATION CODE
CA68
Day 1 & 2 Mountain Quest:
Vancouver to Lac Le Jeune to Banff
Explore some of the best sights of Western Canada on
the two-day Brewster Mountain Quest sightseeing excursion, including meals and an overnight stay at lakeside
Lac Le Jeune Resort. See page 22 for more information.
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Day 3 Banff
Explore the local highlights on a morning sightseeing
excursion, including a mountaintop experience at the
Banff Gondola. This evening, enjoy an interpretive
wildlife cruise on Lake Minnewanka.
Day 4 Banff
Today’s sightseeing highlights include some of the
most photographed scenes of the Canadian Rockies:
Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and thundering Takakkaw
Falls (the third highest waterfall in Canada).
Day 5 Banff to Jasper
View over 100 glaciers as you travel along one of the
most scenic roadways in the world to Jasper. A highlight along the way is the Columbia Icefield Glacier
Experience, where you travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer
onto the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.
Day 6 & 7 Rocky Mountaineer:
Jasper to Kamloops to Vancouver
Board the Rocky Mountaineer for the famous alldaylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies.
This trip offers breathtaking vistas and informative
commentary along the way. Meals are served onboard
and hotel accommodation is provided mid-point in
Kamloops. See page 48 for more information. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 8 Vancouver
Enjoy your final morning in Vancouver before checking
out of your hotel.