Tauck Tours` Grand Canadian Rockies

Tauck Tours’
Grand Canadian Rockies
Trip Highlights
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Hosted by Jim Scott
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July 20-29, 2013
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Ride the rails to the Rockies and prepare to be dazzled! From
Vancouver views to the Granville Island Public Market, from your room
on the Victoria waterfront to a garden stroll and the grand tradition of
an Empress’ afternoon tea. Flightsee over islands brimming with
forests, sleep to the rhythm of the rails then savor the Rocky Mountain
wilderness from a private rail car. Discover icefields, snowcapped
peaks, glacial lakes and Spiral Tunnels. Ride an Ice Explorer and raft
the gentle waters of the Bow Valley River and be energized at
wilderness resorts and by a town called Banff. Join Provident Travel
along with host Jim Scott and his wife Donna on this fabulous 10-day
EXCLUSIVE DELUXE Tauck Tour journey to the magnificent
Canadian Rockies. Space is limited on this wonderful vacation so book
online or call today!
Itinerary
(Included Meals: B-Breakfast L-Lunch D-Dinner)
Saturday, July 20 HOME-VANCOUVER Depart this morning and
arrive in Vancouver. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before your
welcome dinner and an overnight at the Fairmont Waterfront. (D)
Sunday, July 21
VANCOUVER-VICTORIA
Enjoy a guided
sightseeing tour including Chinatown and Stanley Park, introducing
you to the history and vibrant cultural life of Vancouver, site of the 2010
Winter Olympics. Hop aboard a ferry for a cruise to Victoria, British
Columbia’s capital where you’ll spend two nights at the city’s only
5-star hotel, the Hotel Grand Pacific, in a balconied Grand Harbor
view room overlooking Victoria’s beautiful waterfront. (B,D)
Monday, July 22 VICTORIA Throughout your stay in Victoria, you’ll
discover more than a bit of British influence in its double-decker buses,
horse-drawn carriages and formal gardens, all surrounded by the rustic
beauty of the Pacific coast. You’ll find floral beauty in exceptional form
at The Butchart Gardens, begun over a century ago. During your
visit this morning, explore what has grown to encompass 55 acres of
flowers and show gardens including the Japanese, Italian and Rose
gardens. The balance of the day is free to explore one of the oldest
cities in the Pacific Northwest; downtown restaurants and shops and
the attractions of Fisherman’s Wharf are within walking distance. (B)
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Flightseeing excursion over the Gulf Island
from Victoria to Vancouver
Overnight rail journey aboard VIA Rail’s The
Canadian from Vancouver to Banff
Leisurely rafting trip with experienced river
guides on the pristine Bow River
Forest, prairie and rocky Mountain scenery on
parade from the comfort of a private domed
observation car
Afternoon Tea in the elegant Tea Lobby of the
Fairmont Empress
An “Ice Age” adventure at Athabasca Glacier
aboard a specially designed Ice Explorer
Visit to The Butchart Gardens in Victoria
Entrance to the Royal BC Museum
Package Includes
 Round-trip economy airfare on United Airlines
 Deluxe motorcoach transportation
 Round-trip airport transfers
 Accommodations for nine nights:
 Sightseeing as included in itinerary
 Nineteen meals: nine breakfasts, three lunches
and seven dinners
 Hotel luggage handling
 Escorted by Provident Travel staff
Documentation
All U.S. citizens must present a passport valid for
at least six months from your return date.
Luggage
One piece of checked luggage is permitted along
with a small carry-on bag to fit above you or
beneath your seat on the motorcoach.
Train Accommodations
Onboard your overnight stay on The Canadian,
doubles are accommodated in a private room with
two armchairs, which are replaced by upper and
lower beds for sleeping. Amenities include a small
closet, mirror, sink/vanity and private toilet. There
are restrooms and a public shower in each
sleeping car.
Tuesday, July 23 VICTORIA-THE CANADIAN Your morning is at
leisure where you can visit the Royal BC Museum featuring natural
and cultural history. Enjoy a beloved English ritual that has become
one of Victoria’s grandest traditions-Afternoon Tea in the restored
Tea Lobby of the Fairmont Empress. Then return to Vancouver via
floatplane in the late afternoon with spectacular views over the Gulf
Islands. Tonight, board the sleek, newly restored rail cars of VIA
Rails The Canadian, and celebrate the start of your overnight journey
to the Canadian Rockies with a champagne toast. Sleep onboard the
train tonight in your private sleeper accommodations. (B)
Wednesday, July 24 THE CANADIAN-JASPER The vistas are
nothing short of spectacular from the private domed observation car
as your western Canada tour continues across British Columbia
where towering peaks and glaciers highlight the route. Cross the
Continental Divide into Alberta and arrive in Jasper National Park for
a two-night stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. (B,L,D)
Thursday, July 25 JASPER The day is yours to spend as you wish
among the carefully protected ecosystems and photographer’s
paradise of Jasper National Park. Optional activities include a
guided nature walk or visiting the town of Jasper. This evening a
presentation by a Parks Canada official precedes dinner. (B,D)
Friday, July 26 JASPER-LAKE LOUISE
Drive the Icefields
Parkway, featuring jaw-dropping views of mountains, waterfalls,
glaciers and snow fields around every turn. Watch for bear, elk,
bighorn sheep and mountain goats. View Athabasca Glacier flowing
from the Columbia Icefield and take a memorable climb across the
glacier’s surface on an Ice Explorer, a specially designed vehicle.
Continue on to your chateau-style hotel on the edge of Lake Louise
overlooking Victoria Glacier for a night in a lake view room at the
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. (B,L,D)
Saturday, July 27 LAKE LOUISE-BANFF Travel via the Bow River
Valley to Moraine Lake then continue through Kicking Horse Pass
into Yoho National Park. See the Natural Bridge, a rock formation
over the Kicking Horse River, the Spiral Tunnels-a century-old
railway engineering feat, and the Continental Divide before setting off
for The Fairmont Banff Springs Resort, modeled after a Scottish
baronial castle, for a two-night stay inside Banff National Park. Often
referred as “the Castle in the Mountains”, the Fairmont Banff Springs
Resort has been a Rocky Mountain icon since the 1880’s. (B,L,D)
Sunday, July 28 BANFF Embark on a float trip along the Bow River,
then spend the rest of the day at leisure at your hotel, discover the
town of Banff, golf, visit the Whyte Museum of the Canadian
Rockies and Banff Park Museum National Historic Site of
Canada—admittance is paid with your included Heritage Passport.
Enjoy a festive farewell reception followed by dinner. (B,D)
Monday, July 29 BANFF-HOME Travel from Banff to Calgary this
morning, approximately 80 miles, for your flights home. (B)
Cost Per Person
Double Occupancy $6,450
Single Occupancy $7,775
A deposit of $850 per person is due with your
reservation. Balance due April 19, 2013.
Cancellation
Until April 19, 2013 $500 per person
4/20/13-6/19/13
$1,500 per person
6/20/13-departure
100% of package price
Once issued, airline tickets are non-refundable.
Travel Protection
We strongly recommend travel protection
available at the rate of $455 per person.
Airfare
Airfare is included in the package price. The
below flight schedule is subject to change.
Should you wish to purchase your own airfare
and airport transfers, deduct $550 from the
package price.
July 20
July 29
Cincinnati-Houston
United 4598
Houston-Vancouver United 168
Calgary-Chicago
United 5559
Chicago-Cincinnati United 5708
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Limitations or review the clause on your payment
invoice. A minimum of 30 participants is required
to operate tour. Operated in conjunction with
Tauck Tours.
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