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Alaskan Explorer From Fairbanks to Anchorage, see what the
"Great Land" of Alaska has to offer on this exhilarating vacation.
In Alaska, wildlife viewing is abundantfrom bald eagles to Dall
sheep and this tour also gives you the opportunity to see
spectacular scenery. Begin your trip in Fairbanks, Alaskas
second-largest city, with time to explore the citys sights. Cruise
down the Nenana and Tanana Rivers aboard a sternwheeler riverboat.
Then, head to Denali National Park for free time to explore on your
own, or you can opt to hike, whitewater raft, or flightsee Mount
McKinley. Also visit an Iditarod Dogsled Center to learn about this
epic race, and travel aboard the legendary Alaska Railroad to
Anchorage, Alaskas largest city, with time to explore the citys
sights. Travel to Seward Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park, on
the Seward Highway to visit the Alaska Sealife Center, a research
facility that offers an up-close experience with marine wildlife
from the Gulf of Alaska. Your trip ends in Anchoragethe vacation of
a lifetime!
Australia to Fiji Start in Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier
Reef, with its clear, tropical water and explosion of colors. Youll
get to see it in person and even snorkel in it or take a
glass-bottom boat tour. You will also take a guided walk through
Mossman Gorge with an indigenous guide to hear stories of the local
culture and traditions. Outside Adelaide, visit one of the worlds
last unspoiled habitatsKangaroo Island, where youll explore a
sanctuary for native Australian animals and see colonies of rare
Australian sea lions and New Zealand fur seals. Take a tour of
cosmopolitan Melbourne and dine in a tramcar that has been
converted to a moving restaurant. Outside the city, visit the Yarra
Valley for wine tasting and to visit a wildlife sanctuary to see
koalas and kangaroos. In Sydney, visit the Sydney Opera House,
cruise on Sydney Harbour, and visit Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving
Club for an insider tour and a lifesaving demonstration. An
excursion takes you to Blue Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, with its vast valleys and unique rock formations.
You will also have free time to explore both of these great cities
on your own. In Fiji, tour the sights of the island then enjoy
plenty of time at your leisure to explore further or simply relax
at your beach resort.
Day 1 - Arrive in Cairns, Australia: Gdaywelcome to Cairns,
Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders
of the World. Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in.
This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special welcome dinner.
(Dinner included) Day 2 - Cairns. Excursion to the Great Barrier
Reef: Board a fast catamaran and CRUISE to Green Island, one of the
many islands on the famed Great Barrier Reef. Choose to SNORKEL,
take a GLASS-BOTTOM BOAT TOUR, or walk through the rainforest.
Later, your Tour Director can assist you with a variety of optional
activities. (Breakfast included) Day 3 - Cairns. Excursion to
Mossman Gorge & Daintree River Cruise: Start your day with a
visit to MOSSMAN GORGE for a [LF] GUIDED DREAMTIME WALK through the
rainforest with an indigenous guide. Along the way, hear stories of
the local culture and traditions, and gain an understanding of
their special relationship with the forest itself. At the end of
the walk, sample some bush tea and damper (soda bread). After
lunch, CRUISE along the Daintree River, where you may spot a
variety of birds, snakes, and crocodiles! (Breakfast, Lunch
included) Day 4 - CairnsMelbourne: Fly to Melbourne and spend the
rest of the day at your leisure. (Breakfast, Dinner included) Day 5
- Melbourne: Todays sightseeing tour includes landmarks such as
Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to
Australias war heroes. Visit beautiful FITZROY GARDENS, then drive
past the lush Royal Botanic Gardens. Youll discover the different
architectural influences as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and
other buildings of significance. Then, a unique lunch experience on
board the historic [LF] COLONIAL TRAMCAR RESTAURANT as it winds its
way through the streets of Melbourne. Tonights optional excursion
to see the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is highly
recommended. (Breakfast, Lunch included) Day 6 - Melbourne.
Excursion to the Yarra Valley: Depart the city for a leisurely
excursion to the YARRA VALLEY, one of Australias famous wine
regions to sample some of the local wines. On the way, stop at the
HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY, a renowned haven for animals. Here you will
see some of Australias unique wildlife, including parrots, wombats,
kangaroos, and koalas, just to name a few. Next, stop for LUNCH AT
A LOCAL WINERY, including a wine tasting. Finish your day with a
visit to a famous wine estate for another WINE TASTING. (Breakfast,
Lunch included) Day 7 - Melbourne: Enjoy a full day at leisure to
explore this multicultural and cosmopolitan city. Dine at a local
restaurant and immerse yourself in Melbournes passionate food and
wine scene or walk along Chapel and Brunswick Streets, famous for
great shopping. Take a trip out of town along the spectacular Great
Ocean Road to see the Twelve Apostles. (Breakfast included) Day 8 -
MelbourneAdelaide: Today, fly to Adelaide. Upon arrival, take a
brief orientation tour along the wide tree-lined streets and
well-manicured gardens. (Breakfast, Dinner included) Day 9 -
Adelaide. Excursion to Kangaroo Island: Early this morning, depart
Adelaide and travel by motorcoach and ferry to [LF] KANGAROO
ISLAND, one of the worlds last unspoiled habitats. Visit SEAL BAY
with a national park ranger to see a colony of rare Australian sea
lions. Explore FLINDERS CHASE NATIONAL PARK, a sanctuary for native
Australian animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas.
Stop here and walk on REMARKABLE ROCKS for stunning views of the
sea. Also take a boardwalk down a rugged cliff face to ADMIRALS
ARCH, a unique rock formation and home to a colony of New Zealand
fur seals, which can be seen resting on the rocks and playing in
the waves. Return to Adelaide late this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch
included) Day 10 - AdelaideSydney: Today, fly to Sydney, Australias
largest city. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
(Breakfast inlcuded)
Day 11 - Sydney: Explore one of the worlds most beautiful
cities. Visit the SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
for a guided tour of its interior and theaters. Stop at
world-famous Bondi Beach for an insiders tour of [LF] BONDI SURF
BATHERS LIFE SAVING CLUB with one of the lifesavers. Along the way,
learn about the history of the club and enjoy a lifesaving
demonstration! See some of the citys suburbs and the historic Rocks
area, home to Sydneys original convicts. For a truly memorable
experience, enjoy LUNCH AT THE SYDNEY TOWER for spectacular views
of the city. Lastly, take a WALKING TOUR of historic Macquarie
Street, including a visit to the HYDE PARK BARRACKS, built in 1819
to house, clothe, and feed convict men and boys. (Breakfast, Lunch
included) Day 12 - Sydney. Excursion to the Blue Mountains: Take a
full-day trip to BLUE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK, added to the UNESCO
World Heritage list in 2000. Here, stunning scenery is highlighted
by vast eucalypt-covered valleys and fascinating rock formations.
Stop to see the iconic THREE SISTERS, an unusual rock formation
representing three sisters, who, according to Aboriginal legend,
were turned to stone. Also stop at Scenic World, where you can
enjoy uninterrupted views of the Three Sisters and walk through the
rainforest. (Breakfast, Lunch included) Day 13 - Sydney: Enjoy a
full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps climb to the
top of Sydneys Harbour Bridge! Your Tour Director will have
suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city. This
evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at THE
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT overlooking Sydney Harbour, the Opera House,
and Harbour Bridge. (Breakfast, Dinner included) Day 14 -
SydneyNadi, Fiji: Today, depart Sydney and fly to Fiji for three
nights in this tropical paradise. (Breakfast included) Day 15 -
Nadi: This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the island. Visit
VISEISEI VILLAGE, where the Fijian people first landed centuries
ago, and the GARDEN OF THE SLEEPING GIANT to see a private
collection of stunning tropical orchids. Then, stop at the VUDA
LOOKOUT, a tropical fruit farm perched on a cliff, where you will
sample fruit and juice from the orchard. The remainder of the day
is at your leisure. (Breakfast included) Day 16 - Nadi: A full day
at your leisure. (Breakfast included) Day 17 - Nadi: Your tour ends
with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast included)
The Best of Florida Join us on this sun-soaked vacation around
Florida, including the states east and west coasts and the Florida
Keys. Begin in Orlando, the capital of Disneys entertainment parks,
and travel north to St. Augustine, the oldest European city in the
Unites States. Overnight in Cocoa Beach and head to Cape Canaveral
for a NASA tour at the Kennedy Space Center. Turn south and visit
Fort Lauderdale and Miami Beach before crossing 42 bridges to Key
West, the southernmost town in the continental U.S.only 90 miles
from Cuba. Check out the many boutiques and museums, relax on the
beach, and be sure to sample delicious Caribbean cuisine. Then,
travel back to the Florida mainland and be on the lookout for
sunbathing alligators as you experience the Everglades via a
thrilling airboat ride. Overnight in Naples and head to Clearwater
Beach, one of Floridas most popular resort cities. Relax on the
sugar- white sands and take advantage of warm-weather activities.
What a relaxing and fun way to spend your Florida vacation!!
Day 1 - Orlando: Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some
independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening
to answer any questions. Day 2 - OrlandoSt. AugustineCocoa Beach:
This morning, head to picturesque St. Augustine, the oldest
European city in the United States, founded by Juan Ponce de Leon
in search for the legendary Fountain of Youth. Upon arrival, a
HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE ride through tree-lined and narrow brick
streets will highlight 440 years of history. Afterward, theres free
time to explore St. Augustine on your own. Perhaps visit the Oldes
House in the U.S. or the 17th-century Castillo de San Marcos
National Monument. End the day with a walk on sandy Cocoa Beach
NOTE: In adverse weather conditions the carriage ride will be
substituted with a guided trolley ride. Day 3 - Cocoa BeachCape
CanaveralFort Lauderdale: Cape Canaveral and the KENNEDY SPACE
CENTER are the hub of Americas space operations. Enjoy a NASA tour,
which provi insight into the achievements of Americas space
program. After your tour, head south to Fort Lauderdale, where you
will stay for t next two nights. (Breakfast Included) Day 4 - Fort
Lauderdale. Miami Beach Excursion: Tour the greater Miami area,
including Fort Lauderdale, nicknamed the Venice of America, Miami,
and Miami Beach. Afterward, t on your own to explore the colorful
art deco buildings and beach of Miami Beach. This afternoon, return
to Fort Lauderdale and en the Florida sun on the world-famous Fort
Lauderdale Beach or by the hotel pool. Day 5 - Fort LauderdaleKey
LargoKey West: This morning we head south to the Overseas Highway,
crossing 42 bridges through the Florida Keys to picturesque Key
West, the southernmost town in the continental U.S. Our suggestion
for this evening: visit Mallory Square to enjoy the spectacular
sunset, th stroll along Duval Street with its colorful cafs. Day 6
- Key West: On this mornings optional sightseeing tour, sit back
and relax on the open-air trolley and view some of Key Wests most
famous s including Ernest Hemingways home; Fort Zachary;
Southernmost Point, situated less than 90 miles north of Cuba; and
the Audub House & Gardens. Spend the afternoon beachcombing or
visit the many boutiques and museums. Be sure to sample the
delicious Caribbean cuisine for which this semi-tropical paradise
is so famous. (CB) Day 7 - Key WestEvergladesNaples: Head back to
the mainland to the subtropical wilderness of the EVERGLADES. Board
your AIRBOAT for a thrilling sightseeing ride through the extensive
swamplands. Sleepy alligators basking on the banks of the waterways
are a common sight. Make a brief sto Fifth Avenue South, Naples
Main Street. Enjoy a walk along the landscaped promenades before
heading on to the hotel. (CB) Day 8 - NaplesClearwater Beach: Visit
famous inventor THOMAS EDISONS WINTER HOME & LABORATORY. Step
through the always-open Friendship Gate to HENRY FORDS WINTER HOME.
Dont miss the enormous banyan tree in the garden. Day 9 -
Clearwater Beach: A full day to relax on the sugar-white sands of
Clearwater Beach. Your Tour Director will have suggestions on the
best places to sh and dine. Day 10 - Clearwater BeachOrlando: This
morning the motorcoach continues to the Courtyard by
Marriott-Marriott Village for tour members extending their stay in
Orlan Continue on to Orlando International Airport, where the tour
ends for guests with homebound flights. Please schedule flights
after 4 Transportation: Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
while touring.
The Golden West Visit hot spots throughout California, Arizona,
and Nevada on this Golden West Adventure vacation. Stay overnight
in Scottsdale, Flagstaff, Mammoth Lakes (depending on weather),
Sonora, Monterey, and Solvangwith two overnights in Los Angeles and
three overnights in both Las Vegas and San Francisco.
Day 1 - Los Angeles: Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do
some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this
evening to answer any questions. Day 2 - Los Angeles: Begin the day
with a sightseeing tour of the worlds Capital of Glamour, including
a drive through Hollywood and the famous TCL Chinese Theatre. The
remainder of your day is at leisure, and your Tour Director will
have suggestions for your further exploration of the city. Perhaps
visit Hollywood again and the Hollywood History Museum, located in
the old Max Factor Building. Stroll down Olvera Street, the heart
of the original Spanish Mission, or visit the Getty Center with its
wonderful art collection. For the evening, plenty of suggestions
for dining and shopping will be available. Day 3 - Los AngelesPalm
SpringsScottsdale: Stop in the desert oasis of Palm Springs with
its distinctive wind farms, 5,000 swimming pools, and 90 golf
courses! Afterward, we make our way to Scottsdale, where the
evening has been set aside for independent time. Day 4 -
ScottsdaleSedonaGrand Canyon National ParkFlagstaff: Your first
stop is Sedona, a thriving center for New Age arts set in canyon
country. Next, we pass through the weather-sculptured rock
formations of stunning Oak Creek Canyon and up onto the Mogollon
Rim, passing the San Francisco Peaks and arriving at one of the
Natural Wonders of the Worldthe Grand Canyon. There is time to
stroll the canyon rim. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take
our optional helicopter flightseeing excursion for incomparable
views of flame-colored walls plunging 6,000 feet into the Colorado
River. Overnight in Flagstaff. Day 5 - FlagstaffLas Vegas: Leave
the mountain town of Flagstaff on historic Route 66 and cross the
old Mojave gold-strike country, which still bears traces of
century-old ghost towns set in natural desert beauty. By late
afternoon, reach Las Vegas, a fantastic city of feverish gambling,
neon lights, and glamorous shows. This evening, enjoy our optional
outing to relive the revelry and timeless music of the Rat Pack in
one of the only theaters in Las Vegas that recreates the authentic
dinner and show that was common with some of the citys most famous
entertainers back in their heyday. Finish the evening with a stop
at Glitter Gulch for the Fremont Street Experience light show.
(Breakfast) Day 6 - Las Vegas: The morning and afternoon are free
for you to swim and sunbathe at the hotel pool or explore the
varied casinos. Try an optional river float trip through the Black
Canyon. Day 7 - Las Vegas: Another full day at leisure. Your Tour
Director will have plenty of activities to choose from and will
recommend favorite restaurants and shopping areas.
Day 8 - Las VegasMammoth Lakes: A day of striking contrasts as
you journey across the desert landscape of Nevada before crossing
into California and ascending into the snowcapped Sierra Nevadas.
Overnight in Mammoth, a popular alpine resort area surrounded by
beauty and majestyand within easy reach of Yosemite National Park.
NOTE: Tioga Pass is typically closed from November to the end of
May due to snow. When Tioga Pass is closed, this tour is rerouted
to overnight in Fresno instead of Mammoth Lakes. Departures from
the end of May through mid-October are expected to overnight in
Mammoth Lakes; however, weather may affect the routing of tours to
Fresno during these times. Day 9 - Mammoth LakesYosemite National
ParkSonora: Cross the high Tioga Pass and enter YOSEMITE NATIONAL
PARK, a wonderland of spectacular lakes, cascading waterfalls, lush
forests, giant granite domes, pinnacles, and mountains soaring as
high as 1,219 meters (4,000 feet) above the valley floor. On to
Sonora, once a thriving center during the Gold Rush era and well
known for its collection of Victorian homes. Day 10 -
SonoraSacramentoSan Francisco: This morning we visit Sacramento,
Californias historic state capital, home to more than 40 art
galleries and dozens of museums. Time to visit historic Old Town,
the nations largest collection of Gold Rush-era buildings. We
continue west to the Golden Gate City of San Francisco, famous for
its cable cars. Our included sightseeing tour takes in the
spectacular Golden Gate Bridge. Day 11 - San FranciscoExcursion to
Wine Country: This morning, cross the famous Golden Gate Bridge to
wine country for a guided tour and WINE TASTING at one of the many
wineries. Next up: Sonoma, a picturesque valley known for its wine
grapes. Afterward, visit the pristine waterfront community of
Sausalito. Free time to explore this quaint, Mediterranean-style
villages shops, galleries, and breathtaking views. Day 12 - San
Francisco: This morning, visit fascinating ALCATRAZ PRISON. Get a
close-up look at the infamous federal penitentiary that was off
limits to the public for years. Afterward, the day is yours to
explore the City by the Bay. Choose from a variety of optional
excursions. NOTE: The National Park Service requires we disclose
the value of the Alcatraz Prison visit is US$28.75. Day 13 - San
FranciscoMonterey: This morning, visit Fishermans Wharf in
Monterey, known for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, and
unique shopping. Then, visit Cannery Row, made famous by John
Steinbecks novel. During your free time this afternoon, consider a
visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium, known for its interactive exhibits
and teeming sea life. Day 14 - Monterey17-Mile DriveCarmelSolvang:
Today takes in spectacular 17-Mile Drive. Watch the waves of the
Pacific Ocean en route to Carmel. Situated on Carmel Bay and
nestled in a pine forest, the one-square-mile village of Carmel is
incredibly dynamic, yet still quaint and picturesque. Afterward, we
pick up the Old Spanish Mission Trail to Solvang, where Denmark has
been recreated with picturesque buildings and windmills. Theres
time to walk the flower-lined village streets and enjoy the quaint
Old World architecture. Tasty bakery treats and perhaps a Danish
smorgasbord for dinner all add to the unique experience of Solvang.
(CB) Day 15 - SolvangSanta BarbaraSanta MonicaLos Angeles: From
Solvang, its a short drive south to coastal Santa Barbara.
Sightseeing includes a photo stop at the historic mission and a
visit to the pier. Once the original Hollywood in the glamorous
20s, this is still a favorite to movie producers and home to
numerous celebrities. Theres time to wander along the bustling
waterfront or do some shopping in some of the most talked about
boutiques in downtown Santa Barbara. Next, we make our way to the
Santa Monica Pier and the ultimate Southern California beach.
Afterward, head to Los Angeles International Airport for guests
with homebound flights. Please schedule flights after 5 pm.
(CB)
Canadas Atlantic Seacoast Explore Canadas Atlantic seacoast on
this wonderful, scenic vacation to Nova Scotia, Prince Edward
Island, and New Brunswick. Your trip begins in Halifax with a
sightseeing tour and an excursion to one of Canadas most
photographed locations, picturesque Peggys Cove. From Baddeck on
Cape Breton Island, keep your camera ready as you drive along the
Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic drives in the world, and travel
to Cape Breton Highlands National Park, a landscape that strikingly
resembles Scottish coastal regions. Spend two nights on Prince
Edward Island with a sightseeing tour, time in the provincial
capital of Charlottetown, and visits to Prince Edward Island
National Parkwith its sand dunes, salt marshes, freshwater ponds,
and fine beachesand Green Gables farmhouse, setting for the popular
Anne of Green Gables novel. Travel through scenic Fundy National
Park, with the worlds highest and most dramatic tides. Youll also
visit some of the areas interesting sites, such as the Alexander
Graham Bell Museum and Fairlawn Cemetery, final resting place for
more than 100 people who perished on the Titanic. Picturesque
scenery, charming fishing villages, and historical sitesthis trip
has it all.
Day 1 - Halifax: Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some
independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening
to answer any questions. Day 2 - Halifax: The day begins with a
visit to one of the most photographed locations in CanadaPEGGYS
COVE. Spend time exploring and allow this picturesque area to
enchant you with its beauty, mystery, and charm. Before our return
to Halifax, stop in Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and
home to Nova Scotias largest fishing fleet, extraordinary
architecture, supreme shops, and more. While there, take a
self-guided walking tour of the town and visit the FISHERIES
MUSEUM. In Halifax, a sightseeing tour with a local expert focuses
on the major sights: CITADEL HILL with its early 19th-century
star-shaped fort; the tree-shaded walks; beautiful residential
neighborhoods; and the harbor area, which shows the ports military
heritage. See Fairlawn Cemetery, final resting place for more than
100 people who perished on the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic. The
evening is yours to relax or explore further, so why not head to
the waterfront, where you can savor some delicious traditional
dishes? Day 3 - HalifaxBaddeck: Early morning departure for rugged
Cape Breton Island, one of the earliest European settlements in
North America. Visit a true Nova Scotia FISHERMANS LIFE MUSEUM from
the early 1900s. From the crackle of wood in the summer kitchens
cook stove to the smell of the saltwater breeze at Navy Pool by the
ocean, youll experience the life of a typical coastal village
family. Arrive in Baddeck, the summer home of Alexander Graham
Bell, and visit the ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MUSEUM. Trace the
achievements of the great inventor who spent his last years on Cape
Breton. Day 4 - Baddeck. Excursion To Cape Breton Highlands
National Park: This morning, drive along the famous Cabot Trail, an
area first explored by John Cabot just five years after Columbus
landed in the New World. Travel through CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS
NATIONAL PARK, climb 1,500-foot capes, skirt rugged coastal
headlands, and pass through villages where ancient dialects can
still be heard. Before leaving the Cabot Trail, stop at the Acadian
fishing village of Cheticamp. Day 5 - BaddeckCharlottetown: Head
back to the peninsula and continue north to Caribou, where a ferry
whisks you across NORTHUMBERLAND STRAIT to Prince Edward Island.
For the next two nights you are in Charlottetown. A late-afternoon
arrival allows you to see more of this colonial town and its
restored waterfront. Day 6 - Charlottetown: Begin the day with
guided sightseeing that includes the coastal route through PRINCE
EDWARD ISLAND NATIONAL PARK. View sand dunes, salt marshes,
freshwater ponds, and some of the finest beaches in eastern Canada.
Visit the ANNE OF GREEN GABLES FARMHOUSE, setting of Lucy Maude
Montgomerys famous novel.(CB) Day 7 - CharlottetownHopewell
RocksMoncton: Leave Charlottetown for New Brunswick by way of the
8-mile Confederation Bridge. Along the way, stop at HOPEWELL ROCKS
and learn about the highest and wildest tides in the world, which
rise and fall up to 52 feet! Time and tide have carved from the
cliffs and coves distinctive sandstone formations topped with
trees. Many of the formations have nicknames inspired by their
appearance. Look for Lovers Arch, Dinosaur Rock, Mother-in-Law, and
ET, just to name a few. Tonight, its the ultimate lobster
experience on an included LOBSTER CRUISE, where you haul in a
lobster trap, learn cooking techniques, observe a cracking
demonstration, and savor a complete lobster dinner on board your
sailing vessel. (CB,Dinner included) Day 8 - MonctonHalifax: Today,
return to the modern port of Halifax, where the remainder of the
day is free. Why not head to the Halifax waterfront, where you can
visit the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and a myriad of
traditional pubs that serve up local ales and Gaelic tunes? Day 9 -
Halifax: The trip ends today with guests departing on individual
schedules. Transfers to Halifax International Airport are included.
Transportation: Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while
touring; ferry crossing from Caribou to Prince Edward Island.
Canadian Journey Cosmopolitan Toronto, the largest city in
Canada, hosts world-class shopping and many spectacular sights.
Head to Niagara Falls, where youll take a sightseeing boat to enjoy
up-close views of the falls from river level. Then, board VIA Rails
The Canadiana premier continental trainand head west. The next
three days and nights are spent in first-class, refurbished art
deco rail cars. Observe unparalleled views of Canadas countryside
as you journey through Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and
Alberta. After passing through the majestic Canadian Rockies to
Jasper, the rail portion of this journey ends. Spend two nights in
Jasper with free time to explore. Then, board your motorcoach to
Banff National Park. Along the way, take a thrilling ride aboard an
Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice
in the Canadian Rockies. In Banff youll have two nights and time to
relax, hike, or join an optional activity, such as a helicopter
ride over the Canadian Rockies or a gondola ride up Sulphur
Mountain. Travel through Yoho and Glacier National Parks before
arriving at the cattle-ranching center of Kamloops. Then, board a
ferry for a spectacular crossing to Vancouver Island. Sightseeing
in Victoria includes the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, Thunderbird
Park, and world-famous Butchart Gardens. Your trip ends in
Vancouver with a sightseeing tour of Vancouvers highlights. See
Canadas spectacular mountain scenery, stunning lakes, and exciting
citiesa fantastic vacation!
Day 1 - Toronto: Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some
independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening
to answer any questions. Day 2 - TorontoNiagara Falls ExcursionVia
Rail The Canadian: This morning, enjoy an included sightseeing
excursion to Niagara Falls that includes a SIGHTSEEING BOAT CRUISE
past the world-famous falls. Return to Toronto and join this
evenings optional outing that combines dinner with the spectacular
sight of Torontos lights from the CN Tower. Afterward, transfer to
Union Station for a late-evening departure on the CANADIAN, VIA
Rails premier transcontinental train. Spend the next three days and
nights on this classic trip across Canadas heartland. Your
first-class rail cars are refurbished art deco cars from the 1950s.
Try the observation dome for views of the Canadian countryside as
you roll past Ontarios landscapes, or pass the time in one of the
comfortable lounges. All meals are included, and you wont want to
miss any of them, as the chef offers a tempting array of soups,
salads, main courses, and desserts. NOTE: Operation of the Niagara
Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or
river conditions. When unfavorable conditions exist, a walking tour
through the scenic tunnels will be substituted. Last day of
operation for the 2014 season is October 24. Day 3 - Via Rail The
Canadian: Today, watch the scenery as you whisk by the
ever-changing Canadian landscape and travel the full length of the
Canadian National Railways breathtaking mainline. Enjoy the many
great onboard features, like use of the lounges and access to the
domed Skyline Car for spectacular viewing. (Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner included) Day 4 - Via Rail The CanadianWinnipeg: An early
arrival into Winnipeg, Manitobas capital, a city rich in history
and culture. In the early afternoon we continue our journey through
Manitobas prairies and into Saskatchewan. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
included) Day 5 - Via Rail The CanadianJasper: Wake early and enjoy
a delicious breakfast as you continue on the Canadian into the very
heart of the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper this afternoon. An
orientation tour includes Jaspers unspoiled beauty. Perhaps an
optional float trip on the Athabasca River to end the day? The
evening is free to enjoy the ambiance of this delightful mountain
setting. (Breakfast included) Day 6 - Jasper: Consider an optional
trip to Maligne Lake, where you embark on a narrated cruise to
much-photographed Spirit Island. On the return journey, stop to
view mighty Maligne Canyon. With free time this afternoon, you
might take a hike along the trails and watch for wildlife, or
stroll the streets of Jasper. Day 7 - JasperColumbia IcefieldLake
LouiseBanff National Park: Board your motorcoach this morning and
journey through JASPER NATIONAL PARK, stopping along the way at the
COLUMBIA ICEFIELD to experience the Ice Explorer, an all-terrain
vehicle that travels on ice that is 1,200 feet (365 meters) thick.
Continue down Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise, where cold waters
mirror the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Arrive in BANFF
NATIONAL PARK for a leisurely 2-night stay. Tonight, try an
optional dinner featuring cuisine and entertainment all about
Canada.
Day 8 - Banff National Park: This morning, consider an optional
helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies. Later, join the optional
excursion to Sulphur Mountain for a gondola ride with panoramic
views of the stunning scenery and a stop at sparkling Bow Falls.
Day 9 - Banff National ParkYoho National ParkGlacier National
ParkKamloops: This morning, leave Banff National Park and travel
over Kicking Horse Pass on the Continental Divide. Travel through
YOHO NATIONAL PARK, where pre-Cambrian fossils were discovered, and
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, where recreational mountain climbing was
introduced to North America a century ago. Late this afternoon,
arrive at the cattle-ranching center of Kamloops, a Shuswap Indian
word for meeting of the waters. Day 10 - KamloopsFerry
CrossingVictoria: As you travel through British Columbias Coast
Mountain Range to its majestic Pacific coastline, the vegetation
changes from desert landscape to lush alpine forests. Board your
afternoon ferry for the spectacular crossing to Vancouver Island.
Sightseeing in Victoria includes the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square,
Thunderbird Park, and world-famous BUTCHART GARDENS. This evening,
consider a stroll along the lively Waterfront Promenade. Day 11 -
Victoria: Be sure to discover some of the attractions this splendid
city has to offer, including the Royal British Columbia Museum,
Afternoon Tea at the Empress Hotel, a whale-watching cruise on the
Strait of Juan de Fuca, and fine shopping along Government Street.
This evening, join our optional excursion in Chinatown, complete
with colorful lanterns and dinner at an authentic restaurant. Day
12 - VictoriaFerry CrossingVancouver: This morning, set sail across
the Strait of Georgia and through the spectacular Gulf Islands, an
archipelago known for its climate. In Vancouver, city sightseeing
includes STANLEY PARK, Gastown, Chinatown, and many other famous
landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore Robson
Street and experience British Columbias premier shopping and
entertainment location. Day 13 - Vancouver: Today is at leisure for
independent sightseeing. Maybe take a water taxi to lively
Granville Island with its outdoor markets, street musicians, and
waterfront cafs. Or, visit historic Gastown with its steam-powered
clock, antique shops, art galleries, and street vendors. Day 14 -
Vancouver: The trip ends today with guests departing on individual
schedules. Transfers are provided to Vancouver International
Airport. Transportation: Private bedroom on VIA Rails the Canadian
train from Toronto to Jasper in Sleeper Plus class; ferry crossing
to/from Vancouver Island; private, deluxe air-conditioned
motorcoach while touring.
Canadian Rockies Begin your vacation in Seattle and spend your
free time, leisurely exploring the lively city. Transfer to
Vancouver, where independent time allows you to explore on your
own. A sightseeing tour of Vancouvers major sites, highlights
Stanley Park, Chinatown the harbor, beaches, and more. Then, travel
to the resort city of Kelowna for a winery tour and overnight.
Journey through the Okanagan Valley to Canadas Glacier National
Park for panoramic vistas and to Yoho National Park with its
Natural Bridge. Enter Alberta and Banff National Park, the scenic
heart of the Canadian Rockies. In Banff, one of Canadas favorite
resorts, you have time to hike, relax, and much more. Then its on
to Jasper National Park. But first, stop in Lake Louise and travel
north to Columbia Icefield for a highlight of your vacationa
thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle that
travels on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the
Canadian Rockies. Continue on to Jasper National Park, the largest
national park in Canada, for two nights and an orientation tour in
Jasper. Head back into British Columbia via the base of 12,972-foot
Mount Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy
leisure time in Sun Peaks and the alpine resort of Whistler, host
of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Then travel to the Pacific Coast,
where youll sail across the Strait of Georgia to Victoria for an
orientation tour, two overnights, free time to discover some of
Victorias most popular attractions, and a visit to Butchart
Gardens, rated as one of the most beautiful gardens in the world.
Your Canadian Rockies vacation ends with two nights in Vancouver,
and time to explore on your own, before transferring back to
Seattle. Exploring the Canadian Rockies is an unforgettable
vacation not to be missed.
Day 1 - Seattle: Welcome to Seattle! Settle into your hotel
the, Best Western Plus Executive Inn. Enjoy time at leisure to
relax or to do some independent exploring. Day 2 -
SeattleVancouver: This morning transfer to Vancouver, BC. Upon
arrival the day is yours to independently enjoy the sights of
Vancouver. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any
questions. NOTE: Please ensure that you have proper identification
available for crossing the border into Canada. Do not pack
necessary documentation in luggage as it will be inaccessible for
the journey and must be presented to US Customs and Immigration at
the border. Day 3 - Vancouver: This morning, an included city tour
highlights STANLEY PARK, Chinatown, the harbor and beaches, and
more. The rest of the day is at leisure, and your Tour Director
will have suggestions for your further exploration of the city.
Maybe take a water taxi to lively Granville Island with its outdoor
markets, street musicians, and waterfront cafs. Or, visit historic
Gastown with its steam-powered clock, antique shops, art galleries,
and street vendors. Day 4 - VancouverKelowna: Our journey begins in
British Columbias fertile valleys and continues through rich
mountain forests to Lake Okanagan. Travel along the lake to the
resort city of Kelowna, attractively set on the lake shore and
surrounded by orchards and vineyards. Sample local wines on the
included WINERY TOUR. Day 5 - KelownaGlacier National ParkYoho
National ParkBanff National Park: Motor north through the Okanagan
Valley, famous for its peaches and vineyards. Climb up
4,379-foot-high Rogers Pass in GLACIER NATIONAL PARK. Take a break
at the pass, perfect for photos of the rugged mountains, glaciers,
and waterfalls. Enter YOHO NATIONAL PARK and scale Kicking Horse
Pass at 5,421 feet. By early evening, reach BANFF NATIONAL PARK,
gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Day 6 - Banff National
Park: Full day at leisure. Banff is one of Canadas favorite
year-round resorts, and your Tour Director will suggest an optional
helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies. Tonight, why not take in
an optional dinner theater performance featuring cuisine and
entertainment about Canada? Day 7 - Banff National ParkLake
LouiseColumbia IcefieldJasper National Park: First, to Lake Louise,
its turquoise waters a perfect natural mirror that reflects the
mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snowcapped summits, and
lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as the
motorcoach continues northward into JASPER NATIONAL PARK. A
highlight today is a stop at the COLUMBIA ICEFIELD to ride the Ice
Explorer on ice that is 1,200 feet (365 meters) thick. This
afternoon, join our optional float trip down the Athabasca River.
Enjoy an orientation tour of Jasper townsite upon arrival. Day 8 -
Jasper National Park: Today, join our optional excursion to Maligne
Lake and Spirit Island, where you embark on a narrated cruise of
the lake. The balance of the day is free to enjoy everything Jasper
has to offerfrom guided hikes and quaint shops to meandering
wildlife. Day 9 - Jasper National ParkMount RobsonSun Peaks: Leave
Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the
highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, peaking at 12,972 feet.
Continue following the Yellowhead Highway south along the North
Thompson Rivera route pioneered by fur trappers a century ago.
Overnight at the mountain resort of Sun Peaks. Day 10 - Sun
PeaksLillooetWhistler: Head south, following the once treacherous
Cariboo Wagon Trail. Via LillooetMile 0 of the Gold Rush Routeyour
motorcoach will follow the shores of Seton and Duffey Lakes with a
late-afternoon arrival in Whistler. Tonight, wander the many alpine
trails or enjoy the shopping and great selection of restaurants and
nightlife.
Day 11 - Whistler: Spend the day in the alpine resort of
Whistler, nestled at the base of breathtaking Blackcomb Mountain.
Free time to explore many sites from the 2010 Winter Olympics or to
join one of the many optional excursions, including flightseeing by
floatplane over the lakes and glaciated peaks of Garibaldi
Provincial Park. Day 12 - WhistlerFerry CrossingVictoria: This
morning, sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the
spectacular Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its
Mediterranean-type climate. Afternoon arrival in Victoria.
Sightseeing includes Marine Drive, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird
Park with its unusual collection of totem poles. Then, visit
world-famous BUTCHART GARDENS, rated among the most beautiful
gardens in the world. Stroll through the colorful Sunken Garden,
the Japanese and Italian Gardens, the English Rose Garden, and the
magnificent Ross Fountain. Day 13 - Victoria: Today is at leisure
to discover some of the attractions this splendid city has to
offer, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, Afternoon Tea
at the Empress Hotel, an IMAX presentation at the National
Geographic Theatre, whale watching on the Strait of Juan de Fuca,
and fine shopping along Government Street. Day 14 - VictoriaFerry
CrossingVancouver: Early this morning, enjoy a scenic ferry
crossing to Vancouver and check into your Vancouver hotel, the
Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, for the next two
nights. Day 15 - Vancouver: The day is at leisure for independent
activities or choose from a variety of optional excursions. Your
local host will have ideas on the best places to shop and dine. Day
16 - VancouverSeattle: This morning transfer by motor-coach to
Seattle, Washington, where the trip ends with guests departing on
individual schedules. Transfers to Seattle International Airport
are included. Please schedule flights after 4:00 pm. NOTE: Please
ensure that you have proper identification available for crossing
the border into the U.S. Do not pack necessary documentation in
luggage as it will be inaccessible for the journey and must be
presented to US Customs and Immigration at the border.
Transportation: Ferry crossing to/from Vancouver Island; private,
deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring.