Canadian Rockies VIA Rail
featuring Victoria & the Canadian Train
8 Days
2016
Highlights
• Three Canadian National Parks
Banff, Jasper & Yoho
• Rail Experience - The Canadian Train
• Sleeper Cabin on Train
• Vancouver City Tour
• Victoria & Vancouver Island
• Butchart Gardens
• 2 Nights in Jasper
• Lake Louise
• Valley of the Ten Peaks
• Icefields Parkway
• Athabasca Glacier Ice Explorer
• Peyto Lake
• Banff Area Tour
• 2 Nights in Banff
• Maligne Lake
Inclusions
• Roundtrip Airfare
• 2 Days VIA Rail The Canadian
Sleeper Plus Class - Sleeper Cabin
• 12 Meals: 7 - B, 1 - L & 4 - D
• Daily Sightseeing
• Professional Tour Director
• Deluxe Motorcoach
• Baggage Handling
• Hotel Transfers
Tour Rates
Booking Discount - Save $200 per couple!*
Contact Information
Premier World Discovery • Attn: Group Leader
2615 - 190th Street, Suite 200 • Redondo Beach, CA 90278
877.953.8687
[email protected]
Canadian Rockies VIA Rail Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and meet your Tour Director. One of the most beautiful and
cosmopolitan cities in North America, Vancouver dazzles with views of the Pacific
Ocean, majestic mountains and a glittering skyline. Tonight enjoy a Welcome
Dinner.
Meal: (D)
Overnight: Vancouver
tween snow-domed peaks and immense hanging glaciers; you may see elk, deer,
bighorn sheep or bear. Stop to see the raw power of the Athabasca Falls. Later
ride in a specially designed Ice Explorer on the 1000-foot thick Athabasca Glacier part of the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest ice masses outside of the
Arctic Circle. Later scale Bow Pass and stop to see turquoise blue Peyto Lake.
Next travel into Banff National Park & enjoy a brief Banff Area Tour including Mt.
Rundle, Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain & the Hoodoos. Then arrive at your hotel in
Day 2: Vancouver Island - Victoria
the quaint town of Banff for a two-night stay.
Today ferry through the scenic Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival visit Meals: (B,D)
Overnight: Banff
the world famous Butchart Gardens to stroll among fifty acres of floral gardens,
fountains and meandering paths. Then visit Victoria, British Columbia’s beautiful Day 7: Banff - Yoho National Park - Lake Louise
capital. Enjoy a Victoria City Tour featuring the Inner Harbor, the imposing Par- Today view two of the crown jewels of the Canadian Rockies. Stop to view specliament Building constructed in 1897 and views of the famous Empress Hotel. tacular Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks before visiting the Chateau
Enjoy a bit of leisure time to take in city’s turn of the century Victorian charm or Lake Louise, located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Capture spectacular
shop in the downtown heritage district. Later return to Vancouver by ferry.
views and photos of Lake Louise and Victoria Glacier. Then travel through KickMeal: (B)
Overnight: Vancouver
ing Horse Pass into Yoho National Park to see the Natural Bridge, the remarkable
Spiral Tunnels and cross the Continental Divide before returning to Banff. This
Day 3: Vancouver - Board VIA Rail - Overnight on Train
evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers.
This morning enjoy a bit of leisure time. Later enjoy a Vancouver City Tour in- Meals: (B,D)
Overnight: Banff
cluding Stanley Park, famous for its colorful Indian totem poles, Chinatown &
Gastown, Vancouver’s turn of the century pedestrian mall lined with shops and Day 8: Banff - Calgary - Flight Home
restaurants along cobblestone streets. Dinner is included before heading to the Transfer to Calgary and fly home filled with wonderful memories of your Canadian
train station. Later board VIA Rail’s gleaming refurbished train, The Canadian, for Rockies Via Rail Tour.
a classic and memorable 2 Day & overnight rail excursion into the awe-inspiring Meal: (B)
Canadian Rockies. Explore the train before settling into your comfortable cabin
in the Sleeper Touring Class (Sleeper Cabin) for the evening. The cabin features
chairs converted to upper and lower beds for sleeping, private toilet, sink/vanity
and a closet. Breakfast and lunch are included with this class along with exclusive Accommodations
access to the Park Car for panoramic views.
•7 Nights Accommodations
Meals: (B,D)
Overnight: VIA Rail - Sleeper Car
2 - Vancouver
1 - VIA Rail - The Canadian Train
Day 4: Canadian Rockies By VIA Rail - Jasper
The Canadian winds along the North Thompson River passing towering peaks 2 - Sawridge Hotel, Jasper
and glacial valleys in a vast wilderness once only accessible by rail. Enjoy the 2 - Caribou Lodge or Ptarmigan Inn, Banff
views of the incredible passing scenery like Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the
Canadian Rockies. Cross the Continental Divide into Alberta, arriving in Jasper in
Train Accommodations...Sleeper Plus Class - Sleeper Cabin doubles are accomthe late afternoon for a two-night stay.
modated in a bedroom with a window and two armchairs, which are replaced by
Meals: (B,L)
Overnight: Jasper
upper and lower beds for sleeping. Amenities include a small closet, mirror, sink/
Day 5: Jasper National Park - Maligne Lake
vanity and private toilet. Breakfast & lunch are included along with exclusive access
Today discover Jasper National Park, whose incredible scenery is comprised of to the Park Car with it’s lounges and 360-degree panoramic views. Singles are accarefully protected ecosystems, and is a photographer’s paradise. The day be- commodated in smaller single bedrooms with a window seat that converts into a
gins with a visit to Maligne Canyon, a Jasper landmark. Next watch for wildlife as bed. Amenities include sink/vanity, mirror and toilet; single bedroom toilet is not
you drive to see the crystal blue waters of Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake accessible when bed is lowered. There are restrooms, and one (1) public shower in
in the Canadian Rockies. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore Jasper. each sleeping car; each sleeping car accommodates 20 guests. Small overnight bag
An optional cruise to Spirit Island will be available.
required. The Canadian Train departs Vancouver at 8:30 PM on Day 3 and arrives
Meal: (B)
Overnight: Jasper
in Jasper at 4:00 PM on Day 4. The train schedule is subject to change & local rail
traffic conditions. The Canadian Train is owned an operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Day 6: Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Banff
Today travel south along the Icefields Parkway, linking Jasper and Lake Louise,
one of North America’s most spectacular drives. Travel the road as it winds be- Tour Activity Level
Easy 1 2 3 4 Active
Reservation Information
CANCELLATION WAIVER & Post Departure PLAN
Payment of the per person Cancellation Waiver (waiver fee) guarantees full refund
on all payments (including deposit), except the waiver fee itself, made for tour rates
in case of cancellation up to the time & date of departure due to the passenger’s
personal illness (medical documentation required) or death of a member of the
immediate family (official documentation required). If the passenger must return
early due to the passenger’s personal illness or death of a member of the immediate family, payment of the waiver fee guarantees a refund for the unused services.
Payment of the waiver fee guarantees your return air transportation utilizing your
original airlines tickets with no additional supplement. The waiver does not cover
return transportation costs other than return air transportation utilizing original
airline tickets. The waiver fee is fully refundable until 180 days prior to departure.
The waiver fee does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an
individual’s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The waiver is non-transferable and valid for each applicant only. The waiver
does not cover any services such as airline tickets not purchased through Premier
World Discovery. Post Departure coverage (Accident/Medical) is included. Brief
description of coverage/benefits:
Part A - Cancellation Waiver (Up to Trip Cost)
Part B - Post Departure Plan: Trip Delay ($100/Day-Max $500), Baggage & Personal
Effects ($2,000), Baggage Delay ($100/Day-Max $500), Emergency Accident/Sickness Medical Expense ($30,000), Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation ($50,000),
Accidental Death & Dismemberment ($25,000), Emergency Travel Assistance
(24/7-Included). All Cancellations, Claims & Inquiries under Part A will be handled
by Premier World Discovery. All Claims & Inquiries under Part B will be handled
by the Plan B Administrator. Full policy details available. Please note that your
cancelled check or credit card statement will serve as your receipt for the policy.
Cancellation Waiver & Post Departure Plan - $250 per person
CANCELLATION FEES
Cancellations not covered by the waiver or if the waiver is not purchased, are subject
to the following per person fees:
- Cancel more than 180 days prior to departure: Full Refund
- Cancel 179-75 days prior to departure:
Deposit or Waiver is Retained
- Cancel 74-45 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
- Cancel 44-15 days prior to departure: 50% of total price
- Cancel 14 days or less prior to departure/no shows: No refunds
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS/NOTES
•A valid US passport is required for this tour and is the responsibility of each passenger. Passports should be valid for up to six (6) months beyond the travel dates. All
names must be submitted to Premier exactly as they appear on passenger passports.
•Tour rates are subject to increase until you are paid in full.
•Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
•Responsibility Statement available on Reservation Form Page
•Reservation Form Page available as attached page 3, from your group organizer or
by visiting premierworlddiscovery.com/reservations
•CST #2048841-40
DEPOSIT, FINAL PAYMENT & BOOKING DISCOUNT
Deposit of $300 per person is due with Reservation Form to secure
reservations. Final Payment is due 75 days prior to departure.
*BOOKING DISCOUNT - Deposit by XXXXXXXXXXXXX
by check or credit card and make your Final Payment by check & receive
$200 per couple/$100 per person Booking Discount!
Premier World Discovery Reservation Form (Canada)
CANCELLATION WAIVER & Post Departure PLAN
Payment of the per person Cancellation Waiver (waiver fee) guarantees full refund on
all payments (including deposit), except the waiver fee itself, made for tour rates in case
of cancellation up to the time & date of departure due to the passenger’s personal
illness (medical documentation required) or death of a member of the immediate
family (official documentation required). If the passenger must return early due to the
passenger’s personal illness or death of a member of the immediate family, payment
of the waiver fee guarantees a refund for the unused services. Payment of the waiver
fee guarantees your return air transportation utilizing your original airlines tickets with
no additional supplement. The waiver does not cover return transportation costs
other than return air transportation utilizing original airline tickets. The waiver fee
is fully refundable until 180 days prior to departure. The waiver fee does not cover
any single supplement charges which arise from an individual’s traveling companion
electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The waiver is non-transferable
and valid for each applicant only. The waiver does not cover any services such as airline
tickets not purchased through Premier World Discovery. Post Departure coverage
(Accident/Medical) is included. Brief description of coverage/benefits:
Part A - Cancellation Waiver (Up to Trip Cost)
Part B - Post Departure Plan: Trip Delay ($100/Day-Max $500), Baggage & Personal
Effects ($2,000), Baggage Delay ($100/Day-Max $500), Emergency Accident/Sickness
Medical Expense ($30,000), Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation ($50,000), Accidental
Death & Dismemberment ($25,000), Emergency Travel Assistance (24/7-Included).
All Cancellations, Claims & Inquiries under Part A will be handled by Premier World
Discovery. All Claims & Inquiries under Part B will be handled by the Plan B Administrator. Full policy details available. Please note that your cancelled check or credit
card statement will serve as your receipt for the policy.
Cancellation Waiver & Post Departure Plan - $250 per person
CANCELLATION FEES
Cancellations not covered by the waiver or if the waiver is not purchased, are subject
to the following per person fees:
- Cancel more than 180 days prior to departure: Full Refund
- Cancel 179-75 days prior to departure:
Deposit or Waiver is Retained
- Cancel 74-45 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
- Cancel 44-15 days prior to departure: 50% of total price
- Cancel 14 days or less prior to departure/no shows: No refunds
Reservation Form
Canadian Rockies VIA Rail
2016
Booking #####
Make Checks Payable to: Premier World Discovery
RESPONSIBILITY
Premier World Tours LLC dba Premier World Discovery (hereafter PWD), whose vouchers
are used by respective agents for the passenger in all matters pertaining to hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours and transportation, hold themselves free of responsibility
for any damages occasioned from any cause whatsoever. PWD will not be responsible
for any damages or inconvenience caused by late arrivals, departures and change of
schedule or other conditions nor will they be responsible for any act, omission, or
event during the time the passenger is not on board their conveyance. The passage
contract in use by the airline concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract
between the airline and the purchaser of this tour/cruise, and/or passenger. PWD does
not hold any responsibility for the conduct of any of its members, hotel, motorcoach,
cruiseline, train, airline or other personnel. PWD reserves the right to decline to accept
or retain any person as a member of a tour/cruise at its discretion. PWD &/or its Tour
Director retain the right to require any participant to withdraw from a tour/cruise at
any time, if determined to be in the best interests of health, safety & general welfare
of the tour/cruise group or of the individual participant. Arbitration - I/We agree, any
and all disputes concerning this contract or any other material concerning the trip, or
the trip itself must be resolved exclusively pursuant to binding arbitration in the state of
California, pursuant to the then current rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Payment of the deposit for this tour/cruise constitutes acceptance of these terms and
conditions. CST #2048841-40
PASSPORT INFORMATION
A valid US passport is required for this tour and is the responsibility of each passenger.
Passports should be valid for up to six (6) months beyond the travel dates. All names
must be submitted to Premier exactly as they appear on passenger passports.
IMPORTANT CONDITIONS/NOTES
•Tour rates are subject to increase until you are paid in full.
•Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
DEPOSIT, FINAL PAYMENT & BOOKING DISCOUNT
Deposit of $300 per person is due with Reservation Form to secure
reservations. Final Payment is due 75 days prior to departure.
*BOOKING DISCOUNT - Deposit by XXXXXXXXXXXXX
by check or credit card and make your Final Payment by check & receive
$200 per couple/$100 per person Booking Discount!
Contact Information/Mail Reservation Form to:
Premier World Discovery • Attn: Group Leader
2615 - 190th Street, Suite 200 • Redondo Beach, CA 90278
877.953.8687
[email protected]
Enclosed please find a deposit in the amount of $ ____________ ($300 per person) to secure reservations for __________# of people.
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