The Ultimate Cruise Guide to Alaska & Rocky Mountaineer

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By Land & sea... THE ULTIMATE CRUISE GUIDE TO

Alaska & ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

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WHAT IS...

Operating from Spring to mid- October and travelling by daylight only, Rocky Mountaineer offers over 65 vacation packages and four unique rail routes, from the Pacific Northwest to the majestic Canadian Rockies.

Destination Highlights

Calgary

Lake Louise

3Hot 3 a la carte meals prepared by your onboard chefs, and served in the exclusive lower level dining room

3A 3 refreshing welcome aboard toast

3Gourmet 3 snacks throughout the journey

3An 3 outdoor vestibule to soak up that fresh mountain air

3A 3 dedicated culinary team, and three to four onboard Hosts

3Complimentary 3 beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and gourmet snacks served throughout

3Complimentary 3 baggage delivery to your hotel

3Custom-designed 3 bi-level dome coach with an upstairs seating area

Banff

Jasper

3A 3 single-level dome coach with panoramic views through windows

Vancouver

3A 3 refreshing welcome aboard toast

3Regionally 3 inspired meals created by award-winning chefs

3Complimentary 3 beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and gourmet snacks served throughout

3Gourmet 3 meals plated to your preference and serviced at your seat

3A 3 dedicated culinary team member and two onboard Hosts per coach

3Complimentary 3 baggage delivery to your hotel

3Interactive 3 and captivating storytelling and historical trivia

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KEY: National Parks Cruise Route From Vancouver

Alaska Denali National Park (Mt Mckinley)

CURRENCY

Denali Wilderness Lodge

Bethel

US Dollar

Wrangell

Whittier National Park

Anchorage Seward

$

Fairbanks

Skagway

Hubbard Glacier

Glacier Bay National Park

POPULATION

Sitka

736,732 people

TIME ZONE

Juneau Tracy Arm Fjord Inside Passage (Cruising)

GMT - 9hrs

Ketchikan

Canada Vancouver Victoria

Seattle

WHEN TO TRAVEL May - Sep

WEATHER FLIGHT TIME 9.5 Hours

Max. 18.4°C Min. -13.1°C

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR ON AN ALASKAN CRUISE?

Casual thermal sportswear is well suited for both sea and ashore in Alaska.

Speak to the Experts

David in the Rockies

Bring a jumper or jacket for shore side activities & evenings as the weather is unpredictable.

Light gloves, a hat, sunglasses and sun cream are also recommended.

In the dining area, items such as cut-off T-shirts, halter tops and torn jeans are NOT permitted.

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Steve in Kamloops

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WESTERN EXPLORER & ULTIMATE ALASKA WITH ROC

ALASKA Glacier Bay Skagway Juneau

Lake Louise Ketchikan Jasper Inside Banff Passage CANAD Kamloops Calgary Summit Helicopter Vancouver

DAY 1: FLY UK TO CALGARY Arrive in Calgary and spend the rest of the day sightseeing in “The Heart of the New West” independently. Overnight in Calgary.

DAY 2: CALGARY TO BANFF, ALBERTA Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis where you will enjoy a 12-minute Summit Helicopter Tour over the Rockies. Continue on to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Banff Gondola included. Your tour ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon.

USA Yoho National Park, Day 3

One of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls.

DAY 3: YOHO NATIONAL PARK & LAKE LOUISE, ALBERTA A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where afternoon is at your leisure.

DAY 10: JUNEAU, ALASKA You’ll need to arrive by air or water, but when you do, the place will delight you with its bounty of water, forests, and mountains. The massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields and the vast Tongrass National Forest will all provide you with adventures.

DAY 4: BANFF, ALBERTA Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon.

DAY 5: JASPER, ALBERTA Jasper National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park. Today you will enjoy a scenic half-day tour of some of the park’s natural attractions and perhaps catch a glimpse of the wildlife that calls this region home. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently.

Rocky Mountaineer, Day 6-7

DAY 6: ROCKY MOUNTAINEER TO KAMLOOPS, BRITISH COLUMBIA Travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass, and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops where you will spend the night.

DAY 7: ROCKY MOUNTAINEER TO VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Banff, Day 2

DAY 9: INSIDE PASSAGE (SCENIC CRUISING)

On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.

DAY 8: EMBARK NIEUW AMSTERDAM Transfer from the hotel to the port to embark the MS Nieuw Amsterdam

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DAY 11: SKAGWAY, ALASKA Ride the antique White Pass & Yukon railway, step into the Red Onion Saloon or visit the restored buildings and wooden boardwalks of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.

DAY 12: GLACIER BAY, ALASKA From the snow-capped mountain tops to deep fjords, tidewater glaciers and freshwater streams, Glacier Bay National Park is a land of contrast just waiting to be explored


Available Apr - Sep ‘17 • Holland America MS Nieuw Amsterdam 15 Nights from £3659pp

CKY MOUNTAINEER & GLACIERS

WHAT’S I NCLUDED?

Brand New & Exclusive

99 8 Days Fully Escorted Rocky Mountaineer tour, SilverLeaf Service 99 Take in the scenery through the windows of the customdesigned, single level glass carriage 99 A dedicated host to serve you drinks in your own carriage 99 Summit helicopter flightseeing tour over the Rocky Mountains 99 See the spectacular Hoodoos, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka 99 Ride an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier, walk on the ice and drink fresh glacier water 99 Take a Ride over Banff on a Gondola 99 Stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise* 99 Daily Breakfasts & 2 lunches on tour 99 Sightseeing in Banff & Yoho National Park (Includes National Park fees) 99 7 Nights 5* cruising on board MS Nieuw Amsterdam 99 Free Upgrade from Ocean view to Verandah on Nieuw Amsterdam 99 All Flights & overseas transfers 99 Regional departures available. ATOL Protected

REVIEW

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“Overall the Celebrity revisit was excellent and an experience that I would undoubtedly repeat . The cruise was for seven days , and then we transferred to a hotel for one night , and the joined the Rocky Mountaineer train for a two day journey to Kamloops and Banff , which was a fantastic trip, well organised and planned...” Skagway, Day 11

CAPACITY: 2106 PASSENGERS

Overall Rating:  hilpott, Hythe Kent on 28th Jul 2015

SIZE: 86,700 GROSS TONNAGE STAFF: 929 CREW LENGTH: 285 METERS

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I’VE BEEN ON ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

Glacier Bay, Day 12

“About an hour before we got to Lake Louise the cry came ”Grizzly to the left” and there he was a real, live grizzly bear in its natural environment! Amazing but he passed in a flash – too quickly to take a picture, but he was real!...” By Camilla Edwards Specialist Cruise Consultant

INSIDE

OUTSIDE

BALCONY

ise Camilla at Lake Lou

DAY 13: KETCHIKAN, ALASKA First founded in 1885 as a site for canning foods, particularly Salmon, Ketchikan has since became a very popular tourism port with 650,000 visitors per day.

Regional Flights available at a supplement.

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DAY 14: INSIDE PASSAGE

Tailor Made package fares from £pp. Based on 22 Apr ‘17

DAY 15: DISEMBARK THE SHIP IN VANCOUVER & FLY BACK TO THE UK (OVERNIGHT FLIGHT) Disembark the ship in Vancouver and transfer from the port to the airport for your return flight to the UK

Inside

3659

Outside

4229

Verandah

4229

Signiature Suite

4649

Single

5649

DAY 16: ARRIVE UK

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5 ULTRA LUXURY ALASKA WITH GOLDLEAF SERVICE RO

ALASKA Juneau

Inside Passage

Victoria DAY 1: FLY UK TO CALGARY Fly to Calgary and be transferred to the Fairmont Palliser Hotel. Spend the rest of the day sightseeing on your own in “The Heart of the New West”.

San Francisco

DAY 12: JUNEAU, ALASKA Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Day 3

DAY 3: YOHO PARK TOUR, BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders, including the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. Transfer to your hote, Chateau Lake Louise.

DAY 4: LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER TOUR Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Highlights include Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, and Athabasca Falls. At the Columbia Icefield, ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier. Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge,

DAY 5: JASPER HIGHLIGHTS TOUR Jasper National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park. Enjoy a scenic half-day tour of some of the park’s natural attractions and rugged peaks. The remainder of the day is free to explore Jasper on your own. Overnight in Jasper at the Fairmont Jasper Park

DAY 6: JASPER TO KAMLOOPS Travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops in a GoldLeaf Serviced Carriage. 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.

For a state capital, Juneau maintains a surprising small-town charm, in part because it can only be reached by sea or air due to the surrounding wilderness. Collections from the indigenous people are displayed in the Alaska State Museum. Visit Mendenhall Glacier for outdoor adventure.

DAY 14: SITKA, ALASKA Called “Shee Atika” by the Tlingit Indians, then “New Archangel” by the Russians who ousted them, Sitka boasts a multicultural heritage. Two dozen of its attractions are on the National Register of Historic Places, including Castle Hill and Building 29, a structure built by the Russians in 1835.

DAY 7: KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER

DAY 15: JUNEAU, ALASKA

Your journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver where you will be transferred to your hotel, the Four Seasons Vancouver for a 2 Night Stay.

DAY 16: VICTORIA, CANADA

DAY 8: VANCOUVER Enjoy free time in Vancouver.

America’s most secluded state-capital and perhaps most strange, Juneau is a contradictory wonder that can only be accessed by boat or plane.

Western Canada’s oldest city, Victoria proudly displays its British heritage. Explore lavish Craigdarroch Castle, built in the late 1800s for a Scottish coal baron. Trace the area’s early British seafarers in the Marine Museum of British Columbia. There’s even a Royal London Wax Museum with likenesses of King Henry VIII and Winston Churchill.

DAY 9: EMBARK OCEANIA REGATTA Transfer from your hotel to your ship, Oceania Regatta and begin your onward cruise through Alaska to San Francisco

DAY 10: CRUISING THE INSIDE PASSAGE DAY 11: KETCHIKAN, ALASKA Banff, Day 2

Kamloops Summit Vancouver Helicopter Astoria USA

DAY 2: CALGARY TO BANFF TOUR Depart Calgary for a full-day tour concluding in Banff. Journey to Kananaskis for a Summit Helicopter Tour. Continue to Banff for a sightseeing tour including Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. Admission to the Banff Gondola is included. Your tour ends in Banff late this afternoon. From here, be transferred to your hotel, the Fairmont Banff Springs

Lake Louise Ketchikan Jasper Banff CANADA Calgary

Totem poles are one of Ketchikan’s chief attractions, and the best places to view them are Saxman Village and Totem Bight State Park. Drop by the Southeast Alaska Discovery Centre to learn about the local cultures and ecosystems.

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Jasper, Day 6


OCKY MOUNTAINEER & SAN FRANCISCO 6 FREE Shore Excursions or $600 FREE Onboard Spend

2 Sep ‘17* • Oceania Cruises • Regatta 18 Nights from £6299pp

WHAT’S I NCLUDED? 99 Includes GoldLeaf Service onboard Rocky Mountaineer 99 7 Nights Rocky Mountaineer escorted tour 99 10 Nights 5* Ultra Luxury Cruising on Oceania Regatta 99 Summit helicopter flightseeing tour 99 Banff Gondola ride over six mountain ranges 99 Ride a unique Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier on a Full day Ice fields tour 99 Explore Jasper National Park 99 Overnight Stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise* 99 Stay in The Mountain town of Banff 99 Yoho National Park Tour Lake Louise to Banff 99 Calgary Tower, with overnight stay & 3 course dinner 99 Icefields Parkway Tour & National Parks Pass 99 Includes Vancouver Lookout 99 Unlimited FREE Internet onboard 99 6 FREE Shore Excursions or $600 FREE Onboard Spend 99 Return Flights & Overseas Transfers

DAY 17: ASTORIA, UNITED STATES The oldest American settlement west of the Rockies, Astoria was established in 1811 on the Columbia River. The city is known as the “Little San Francisco of the Pacific Northwest” because of the colourful Victorian homes clinging to its steep hills. A fine example of that late 1800s architecture is the Flavel House, now a museum with period furnishings.

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DAY 19: SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES With icons like the orange coloured Golden Gate Bridge, clanging streetcars, rolling fog and impossibly steep hills, scenic San Francisco never fails to capture your heart. After breakfast, be transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.

CAPACITY: 684 PASSENGERS YEAR BUILT: 1998 STAFF: 400 CREW 3The 3 Finest Cuisine at Sea™

3Exceptional 3 personalized service

3A 3 variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge

3Award-winning 3 itineraries featuring over 365 alluring destinations

38 3 Dining Options

3Spectacular 3 port-intensive voyages featuring overnight visits and extended

3Gourmet 3 cuisine curated by world-renowned Master Chef Jacques Pépin

San Francisco, Day 19

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I’VE BEEN ON ROCKY MOUNTAINEER “Our gold leaf carriage was beautiful, very spacious and with the domed carriage we had great views from all directions. Shortly after departure we headed downstairs to first dining for breakfast. They alternate dining so on day 2 we were on second dining. The menu was superb and silver service dining was second to none...” By Caroline Kyle Specialist Cruise Consultant

Louise Caroline at Lake

3Epicurean 3 enrichment programs, including immersive Culinary Discovery Tours™ in the world’s most fascinating destinations 3Evening 3 port stays

3Intimate, 3 luxurious ships catering to just 684 or 1,250 guests 3Country 3 club casual ambiance

YEAR REFURBISHED: 2014

INSIDE

OUTSIDE

BALCONY

3Acclaimed 3 Canyon Ranch SpaClub®

Regional Flights available at a supplement.

Exclusive to Tailor Made package fares from £pp.

Inside

6299

Outside

6849

Balcony

7849

Penthouse Suite

8949

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GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK W I T H B ANFF, RO CKY MOU N TAIN EER & TH E B EST OF ALAS K A

12 Nights • Island Princess Similar Itineraries Available May - Sep ‘17

Brand New & Exclusive

ISLAND PRINCESS CAPACITY: 1,974 PASSENGERS SIZE: 91,627 GROSS TONNAGE STAFF: 900 CREW LENGTH: 294 METERS

DAY 1: FLY FROM THE UK TO CALGARY Arrive in Calgary & Transfer to the hotel in Banff for your 2 night Stay

DAY 2: BANFF, ALBERTA Make your way to the picturesque mountain town of Banff, Alberta. Enjoy the many sights this area has to offer including Bow Falls and Sulfur Mountain.”

DAY 3: BANFF TO KAMLOOPS, ALBERTA Travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the BC Interior. Arrive in Kamploops and transfer to your hotel for your 1 night stay

DAY 4: KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Your journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your hotel for your 2 Night Stay

DAY 5: VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Day at leisure. Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes

DAY 6: EMBARK ISLAND PRINCESS Transfer from the hotel to the port to embark the Diamond Princess for a 7 day Alaskan Voyage

DAY 8: JUNEAU, ALASKA Juneau is a contradictory wonder that can only be accessed by boat or plane. Alaska’s second-largest city borders both a waterway that never freezes and beneath an icefield that never melts.

ALASKA Skagway

Glacier Bay

Juneau Ketchikan

DAY 9: SKAGWAY, ALASKA Skagway was composed during the gold-rush era, resulting in its architecture to have a distinctly classic look, which is why many buildings are part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Check out the Mascot Saloon Museum, one of Skagway’s first cabin and brothels near-perfectly preserved.

Kamloops Vancouver

DAY 10: GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK (SCENIC CRUISING) Composed from eleven tidewater glaciers pouring out of the surrounding mountains, the Glacier Bay National Park features a myriad of natural wildlife living between the diversely sized and coloured icebergs.

DAY 11: KETCHIKAN, ALASKA First founded in 1885 as a site for canning foods, particularly Salmon, Ketchikan has since became a very popular tourism port with 650,000 visitors per day during summer months. With a backdrop of forest hills and a port bustling with local life, it’s no wonder Ketchikan is so popular.

DAY 13: DISEMBARK IN VANCOUVER & FLY UK (OVERNIGHT)

Banff C A N A D A Calgary

USA

WHAT’S I NCLU D ED? 99 Single domed coach with oversized Windows 99 Includes Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf service 99 Complimentary beverages and snacks on board Rocky Mountaineer 99 Hotel stays in Banff , Kamloops & Vancouver 99 7 Nights premium Cruising on Island Princess

I N C LU D E D H I G H L IG HTS :

99 Enjoy Stargazing with The Onboard Discovery at Sea Program 99 Broadway Style Theatre with Musicals 99 Flights & Private Transfers

Regional Flights available at a supplement.

Exclusive to Tailor Made package fares from £pp. Based on 9 Sep ‘17

Inside

2999

BANFF TO KAMLOOPS • DAY 3-4

KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER • DAY 4-5

Outside

3199

Enjoy the spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior.

You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley.

Balcony

3499

C a ll a Ta ilo r M a d e Sp e ci a l i s t o n 03 3 0 3 03 8541

Mini Suite

3699

Single

4499

Regional Flights available at a supplement.

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