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Classic Rail Circle

Classic Rail Circle

It's all rail, all the time, with this ultimate journey through the dramatic scenery of Canada's West, on three of Rocky Mountaineer's routes including the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb. This vacation also includes two nights in Jasper and a Jasper Highlights Tour

Trip Dates:

Departures available from May through September 2010

Length:

8 days

Accommodations:

RedLeaf Service:

  • Jasper: Lobstick Lodge, Standard Room
  • Vancouver: Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Run of House
  • Whistler: Delta Whistler Village Suites, One Bedroom Suite

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GoldLeaf Service:

  • Jasper: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Room
  • Vancouver: Fairmont Waterfront, Fairmont Room
  • Whistler: Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Fairmont Room

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GoldLeaf Service with Fairmont Deluxe:

  • Jasper: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Deluxe Room
  • Vancouver: Fairmont Waterfront, Portside Deluxe Room
  • Whistler: Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Deluxe Slopeside View Room

Meals:

  • 5 Breakfasts
  • 4 Lunches

Locations:

British Columbia

Transportation:

  • 4 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
  • Rail station transfers

Package Inclusion

  • 4 days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
  • 3-hour Whistler Sea to Sky Climb
  • 7 nights hotel accommodation
  • Jasper Tour
  • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel, Jasper and Kamloops
  • Luggage handling and National Parks Pass
  • Exclusive Attractions Pass
  • 5 breakfasts and 4 lunches

  • Vancouver
  • Kamloops
  • Jasper
  • Whistler
  • Quesnel

  • Day 1 Vancouver: Arrive in Vancouver and spend the rest of the day exploring on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.
  • Day 2 Vancouver to Whistler: Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler. Following your motor coach transfer from downtown Vancouver, your breathtaking rail journey takes you through the stunning scenery of this "Sea to Sky" region. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Shannon Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. On arrival at the Whistler train station, you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Whistler.
  • Day 3 Whistler to Quesnel: Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to Quesnel. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacial-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Overnight in Quesnel.
  • Day 4 Quesnel to Jasper: Your journey continues to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. Highlights include the Fraser River, the Rocky Mountain Trench, Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and Yellowhead Pass. Overnight in Jasper.
  • Day 5 Jasper: Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies largest national park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently. Overnight in Jasper.
  • Day 6 Jasper to Kamloops: Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Kamloops. You will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops.
  • Day 7 Kamloops to Vancouver: Your rail adventure continues west towards the coastal city of Vancouver. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Overnight in Vancouver.
  • Day 8 Vancouver: Your Classic Rail Circle vacation ends with check-out from your Vancouver hotel.

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Rocky Mountaineer offers over 70 unique Canadian vacation packages and four spectacular train trips through British Columbia, Alberta and the Canadian Rockies. Best known for the world-acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer® train, a two-day, all daylight rail journey through the Canadian Rockies, the company also offers trips onboard the Whistler Mountaineer™ train, a three-hour experience between North Vancouver and Whistler, BC.

 

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