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Canadian Rocky Mountaineer Canadian Rocky Mountaineer
Watch the beauty and grandeur of the Canadian Rockies unfold as you embark on one of the most exciting passenger journeys in the world.

A journey aboard Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer has to be the trip of a lifetime. Sit back, relax and watch the stunning views pass your window as you recapture the romance of rail on a spectacular two-day journey through the Rocky Mountains to Vancouver. We have a wide range of holidays that allow you to experience Canada’s scenic splendours in comfort with personalised service.

Highlights Include

  • Jasper
  • Icefield's Parkway
  • Banff
  • Kicking Horse Route
  • Vancouver

What's Included

  • Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager
  • Scheduled flights to Calgary, returning from Vancouver
  • Transfers between airport and hotel
  • All other transportation as detailed
  • Eleven nights’ room only accommodation
  • All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person
  • All State and local taxes
  • All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges

Excursions as follows:

  • Sightseeing tours of Calgary, Banff and Vancouver
  • Two days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train in RedLeaf service with meals and drinks as described

RedLeaf Service Included

Relax in RedLeaf comfort, with a roomy reclining seat, plus there will be commentary and service from your on-board attendant. Breakfast and lunch will be served at your seat as you admire the passing views through the large picture windows.

Upgrade to GoldLeaf from £459 per person

Why not upgrade to the Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf service and enjoy this spectacular journey in even more comfort. Assigned seating is in the glass roofed bi-level dome coach and freshly cooked breakfast and lunch in the private dining room are all included, making this special journey even more memorable.


Accommodation

Hotel standards in Canada are extremely high. All rooms feature private facilities, TV, telephone and coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant and/or bar in each hotel.

 

Itinerary

The routes

First Passage to the West – Vancouver to Banff (or reverse)
Named for the dramatic pass over which it crosses, the Kicking Horse route follows the historic transcontinental railway line and includes the famous Spiral Tunnels, plus the Fraser and Thompson Canyons.

Journey through the Clouds – Vancouver to Jasper (or reverse)
This route is known for its picturesque valleys and plentiful wildlife. It passes Pyramid Falls and the spectacular Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 1 - UK/Calgary
Depart on your scheduled flight to Calgary and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 2 - Jasper
Enjoy an incredibly scenic drive to Jasper were you will stay for two nights.
 
DAY 3 - Jasper
Free in Jasper, a former rail road town and now the focal point of its own national park. Optional excursions will include Whistler’s Mountain Aerial Tramway and a visit to Maligne Lake, or a nature walk in Jasper with experienced guides. Alternatively join the unique Athabasca River Raft Tour (subject to season).

DAY 4 - Icefield’s Parkway
Today we head south along one of North America’s most scenic highways, the Icefield’s Parkway, to the Banff National Park.

DAY 5 - Banff
This morning enjoy an included tour of Banff. Discover fantastic views of the imposing Sulphur Mountain at Surprise Corner and marvel at the unusual Hoodoos rock formations before arriving at the majestic Bow River. This afternoon explore Banff at your own pace or join our exciting optional excursion programme.

DAY 6 - Lake Louise
Join our full day optional excursion to Lake Louise - a glacial, jade-green lake, surrounded on all sides by towering peaks.
 
DAY 7 - Rocky Mountaineer
Today we join the Rocky Mountaineer for our two day spectacular journey to Vancouver on the renowned First Passage to the West, formerly the Kicking Horse route. We continue along the shores of the South Thompson River arriving in Kamloops for an overnight stay.

DAY 8 - Vancouver
Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer today through the rugged canyons of the Fraser River and along Burrard Inlet to Vancouver for three nights.
 
DAY 9 - Vancouver
Surrounded by mountains, forests and beautiful islands, Vancouver has one of the most beautiful settings of any city. A half day introductory tour of the city takes us to a variety of highlights including Stanley Park with its famous totem poles.

DAY 10 - Vancouver
Free in Vancouver or join our full day optional excursion to Victoria.

DAY 11 - Vancouver/UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

DAY 12 - UK
Arrival in the UK

Dates, Prices & Departure

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Departure Date PriceBook Holiday
06/05/2010 £1808 Book now (06/05/2010)
09/09/2010 £1932 Book now (09/09/2010)
Deposit £150 per person
All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities


Surcharges

The price of fuel has risen dramatically over the past months in line with oil prices. As a result many airlines and cruise lines have imposed additional fuel charges. In common with other businesses our prices now include an additional charge for all new bookings which has been introduced to cover these costs.

Supplements

  • Single room supplement £510
  • GoldLeaf upgrade £459
  • Holiday insurance

Travel Information

Flights are by direct scheduled services of British Airways
Depart London Heathrow 1715 hrs
Return arrival 1340 hrs
All timings are approximate and may be subject to variation

Connect to London

If you can’t fly direct to your destination from your local airport, usually you’ll have the choice of taking a regional connecting flight to Heathrow or Gatwick from as little as £35 per person return. Connecting flights are usually available from: Aberdeen, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Jersey, Leeds/Bradford, Manchester and Newcastle.

Essential Information - General

Booking Conditions | Insurance

We know that your holiday is very important to you. It is also extremely important to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to entrust your holiday arrangements to us in years to come. We also care about our reputation and want to be sure that you understand both your and our obligations when you book a holiday with us. Please therefore spend a few minutes reading the following Booking Conditions together with the General Information, as they form the basis of your contract with us. Your contract is with Travelsphere a division of Travelsphere Ltd.

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Essential Information - Booking Conditions

General Information | Insurance

We know that your holiday is very important to you. It is also extremely important to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to entrust your holiday arrangements to us in years to come. We also care about our reputation and want to be sure that you understand both your and our obligations when you book a holiday with us. Please therefore spend a few minutes reading the following Booking Conditions together with the General Information, as they form the basis of your contract with us. Your contract is with Travelsphere a division of Travelsphere Ltd.

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Essential Information - Insurance

Booking Conditions | General Information

We know that your holiday is very important to you. It is also extremely important to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to entrust your holiday arrangements to us in years to come. We also care about our reputation and want to be sure that you understand both your and our obligations when you book a holiday with us. Please therefore spend a few minutes reading the following Booking Conditions together with the General Information, as they form the basis of your contract with us. Your contract is with Travelsphere a division of Travelsphere Ltd.

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Travel Extras

We know that picking your dream destination is the biggest part of making your perfect holiday come true. But there are a number of other decisions that have to be made such as where to park at the airport and who to change your money with, to name but a few. So to really get every aspect of your holiday sorted we have set up a one stop travel shop and useful links section for you to organise all your travel needs, leaving you to concentrate on having a memorable and relaxing holiday with Travelsphere.



Holiday Extras Airport hotels, parking and more from www.holidayextras.co.uk/Travelsphere We have teamed up with Holiday Extras to help get your holiday off to a great start.
  • Airport and Port Parking
  • Airport and Port Hotels
  • VIP Airport Lounges
  • Airport Chauffeur Drive
  • London Theatre Breaks
  • UK Theme Park Breaks
  • Airport Car Hire
 
Lounge Pass Airport Lounges from Lounge Pass Start your holiday off refreshed and relaxed by taking advantage of our VIP airport lounge offer, available at a number of airports, both here and abroad. From as little as £15 each, you’ll enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, where you can enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks, read the papers, check your email or simply relax and watch TV until your flight is called. For details, please visit www.travelsphere.co.uk/loungepass
 
Lands' End Casual Clothing from Lands’ End Lands' End offer an extensive range of high quality casual and tailored clothes for men and women. Choose from their selection of jackets, knitted tops, trousers, dresses, skirts and more.
To view their full range and buy online visit www.landsend.co.uk
 
 
Voyager Travel Door to Door Service with Voyager Travel If you would like the security of having a professional private hire service to pick you up from your home and drive you to and from the airport at a competitive rate simply call Voyager Travel free on 0800 037 1533 for a special Just You price by quoting reference JYI. Your smartly dressed, experienced driver will assist you with your luggage. Then you can enjoy a relaxing start to your holiday as you sit back in comfort and are driven along in a stylish, non-smoking, air-conditioned car. If you wish you can also book an in-car portable DVD player for longer journeys. Your contract will be with Voyager Travel. We do not accept any responsibility for delays or missed departures etc, caused by Voyager Travel’s services. Your contract will be with Voyager Travel.
 
Hotel Hoppa Hotel Hoppa Linking London Heathrow & Hotels. Hoppa tickets are available. Ask our Holiday Advisors for details on 0870 240 2426.

 
National Express Coach offer We have teamed up with National Express to offer you a great way to join your holiday. For just £27 each, you can travel from any of National Express's 1200 pick-up points around the country.

If you’d like to take advantage of this offer, please call our holiday advisors on 0870 240 2426 and we will add the cost to your booking. We recommend that you contact National Express directly, to find out if suitable services exist. You can do this by calling them on 08705 80 80 80, or by visiting their website www.nationalexpress.com

We are unable to accept any liability if things go wrong, and you miss your flight or ferry, or if National Express don’t offer a service that’s convenient for you.
 
Ramada Hotels Overnight hotels for holidays by coach at Dover & Folkestone We can also offer you overnight hotels in Dover & Folkestone. Typical of the hotels we use are the Ramada Dover Hotel in Dover and the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone. Prices start from £50 per room including a transfer to the terminal. To book or for further information please call on of our Holiday Advisors on 0870 240 2426.
 
Jessops Photography from Jessops Jessops is the UK's leading specialist photographic retailer. With great on-line savings on hundreds of products, including digital cameras, camcorders, lenses, batteries and much more, plus free delivery on mainland UK orders over £75, Jessops has all your photographic needs covered. Visit www.jessops.com see their full range of photographic equipment.
 
Port Parking Port Parking for holidays by coach at Dover & Folkestone If you want to park your car at Dover, when crossing the Channel by ferry, please call the Dover Harbour Board on 01304 241 427 to pre-book your space.

If you want to park your car at Folkestone, when crossing the Channel by Eurotunnel, please call Relyon Car parks on 01304 201 227 to pre-book your space.
 
Regional Flights Regional Connecting Flights You can fly from many regional airports to connect with your international flight on a selection of our Worldwide holidays. Look out for information on tour pages for holidays offering regional connecting flights, which operate with airlines such as British Airways and bmi. Click here for further information.
 
Travel With Care Travel Accessories from Travel with Care Travel With Care offers a comprehensive range of travel accessories, with everything you need for your holiday. From First Aid, DVT Prevention and Healthcare to money belts, wallets, waterproofs, toiletries, alarm clocks, and much, much more, www.travelwithcare.com is the place for all those holiday essentials.
 
Travelsphere Travel Insurance from Travelsphere To view our excellent value for money holiday insurance please click here.
 


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