VIA Rail Vacations by Railbookers Australia 2020 Brochure by RailbookersGroup

VIA RAIL vacations

INDEPENDENT CANADIAN RAIL HOLIDAYS 2020

VIA RAIL NETWORK

The Canadian Jasper - Prince Rupert Winnipeg - Churchill White River - Sudbury Montreal - Senneterre Montreal - Jonquiere The Ocean Corridor

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WHY VIA RAIL?

Imagine an adventure that begins the moment you board the train. Leave the city behind and glide past gentle prairie fields, rugged lake country and picturesque towns to the snowy peaks of the majestic Rockies. VIA Rail brings you the Canadian landscapes as you would never see any other way with ease, comfort and exceptional service. A feeling that remains long after the journey ends.

BREATH-TAKING VIEWS

RELAXING ENVIRONMENT

CULINARY DELIGHTS

• Whether from the comfort of your cabin or from the scenic dome car, you’ll see why VIA Rail is called Canada’s best window.

• With spacious seats, superior sleeper cabins and elegant lounges, you’ll have everything you need to relax and enjoy the ride.

• Enjoy freshly prepared meals that showcase Canadian cuisine and exquisite regional specialties.

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CONTENTS Why VIA Rail?

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Why Railbookers?

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Everything You Need to Know About Your Rail Holiday

WESTERN & CENTRAL CANADA Ultimate Canada and Rockies Westbound

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Classic Canada and Rockies Eastbound 8-9 Grand Circle of the Canadian Rockies 10-11 Canadian Rockies and Lake Louise Explorer with Rocky Mountaineer

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Canadian Rockies Discovery Eastbound

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Canadian Rockies and Coast Journey 16-17 Western Canadian Rail Journey

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WINTER JOURNEYS Canadian Rockies Winter Discovery Eastbound

Classic Canada and Canadian Rockies in Winter

TRANS CANADA Trans Canada and Rockies Adventure with Rocky Mountaineer 22-23 Ultimate Canada Coast to Coast

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Classic Canada Coast to Coast

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USA AND CANADA USA and Canada Rail Experience

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EASTERN CANADA Grand Eastern Canadian Rail Journey 30-31 Ontario, Quebec and the Canadian Maritimes Rail Journey

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Quebec and the Canadian Maritimes Rail Journey

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The Best of Eastern Canada

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RAIL AND SAIL Alaska and Canadian Rockies Rail and Sail Onboard The Norwegian Jewel® 38-39

UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE

INFORMATION VIA Rail Accommodations

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Terms and Conditions

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• Enjoy the simple elegance and premium comfort of Prestige class, with all-inclusive meal and bar service, and personalised concierge service.

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WHY RAILBOOKERS?

Railbookers offers an extensive range of expertly planned, customisable holidays by rail to Canada and beyond. Our mission is to take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer all our customers unparalleled service, incredible travel experiences and the very best value. The team at Railbookers is made up of proud ‘train geeks’ with comprehensive knowledge and passion for all things rail holiday.

RAIL EXPERTS

INSIDER ACCESS

• Our Rail Experts have an extensive knowledge of the best routes and best timings of rail systems throughout the world.

• Our direct partnerships with VIA Rail, hotels, sightseeing attractions and more across Canada mean we have access to special rates and reservations not available to the public.

• We like nothing more than talking to you about your holiday by rail!

FLEXIBILITY • With Railbookers, you can book your trip at any time even if tickets aren’t on sale to the public yet. • We can customise any of our holidays to meet your exact requirements.

• We use our specialist knowledge to handpick all our hotels, routes and sightseeing tours to provide the ultimate in comfort, convenience and value to our guests.

HASSLE FREE BOOKING PROCESS • We know that with so many routes, trains and providers, booking a holiday by rail can be a confusing and stressful task. That’s where we step in! • Your holiday will be professionally planned by one of our Rail Experts, who will arrange all your tickets, schedules, excursions and hotel stays, and send you everything you need to enjoy a stress-free rail holiday. • It’s that simple! All you need to do is sit back, relax and get onboard!

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR RAIL HOLIDAY

HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION? Call Railbookers at 1300 938 534 to speak with one of our knowledgeable Rail Experts directly to book your perfect rail holiday. Alternately, call your local travel agent or visit our website to submit an online booking request at www.railbookers.com.au

WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU REQUIRE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING?

packages in a different order or start/finish in a different location, please call us and speak with a Rail Expert.

WHERE ARE YOUR HOTELS LOCATED? Our hotels are centrally located within each city we offer. Most are within a short distance of local sights and/or your railway station.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

All passenger first and last names, and all dates of birth are required at the time of booking. Passport information may be required.

In general, each passenger is allowed two carry-on items. Additionally, each passenger can check up to two bags on most long-distance routes.

CAN I CUSTOMISE MY TRIP?

CAN I ADD ON ADDITIONAL SIGHTSEEING OR ADDITIONAL HOTEL NIGHTS?

Absolutely. We can add hotel nights to give you extra time to explore your destination, or add in additional destinations to help you discover new ones! We can also add transfers for ultimate ease and convenience and we offer an extensive range of sightseeing options so you can make the most of your trip. Just speak with our Rail Experts and we’ll start creating the perfect rail holiday for you.

CAN YOU RECOMMEND THE MOST SCENIC ROUTE TO GET TO MY DESTINATION? We’re always advocates of taking the scenic route! With so much to see from the train windows on all of our rail holidays, you’re in for a treat. If there’s a different route you could take for some extra special scenery, we’ll be excited to let you know!

CAN I UPGRADE TO A SLEEPING ACCOMMODATION ON SOME OR EVEN ALL OF MY TRAIN JOURNEYS? You certainly can. We know that many of our customers prefer sleeping accommodations on their train journeys. Upgrading will provide you with a semi-private or private sleeping accommodation during your travels. When upgrading, your meals are also included on the overnight portions of your travel. Please speak with one of our Rail Experts who will tell you the advantages of upgrading to a sleeping accommodation.

CAN I TAKE A RAIL HOLIDAY THAT YOU OFFER IN REVERSE? Yes! We can offer a reverse option on any of our itineraries. If you are already planned to be in one destination and would like to visit cities from one of our

Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/ or hotel nights to most existing rail holiday packages we offer. When you speak with a Rail Expert, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your holiday package as you wish. Additional charges may apply.

AM I ABLE TO TRAVEL ON MY CHOICE OF DATES? Trains run on varied schedules throughout the week giving you the option to choose from several departure dates.

CAN I CHOOSE MY TRAIN TIMES? Our packages don’t have set departure times, and if there is a train running when there are multiple trains a day, your Rail Expert will be able to talk you through the different departures. If there’s a particularly convenient time or a departure that will ensure you catch the best scenery, we’ll be sure to recommend it.

HOW LONG BEFORE THE TRAIN DEPARTS SHOULD I BE AT THE STATION? The recommended arrival time for each station varies, but plan to arrive at least one hour prior to your scheduled departure. If you need help with baggage, tickets or any other services, or if you are departing from a large or busy station, we recommend you arrive even earlier.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS? After we receive full payment, travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure.

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GRAND CANADA AND ROCKIES WESTBOUND Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls ➡ Jasper ➡ Banff ➡ Jasper ➡ Vancouver

BRITISH COLUMBIA Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

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MANITOBA Spend 3 nights on VIA Rail

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Your journey ends with 2 nights in Vancouver

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Your journey begins with 2 nights in Toronto

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN TORONTO Welcome to Toronto, where so many great landmarks and amazing sites await! Travel to your hotel and start exploring the city with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour.

DAY 2 - NIAGARA FALLS This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a fun-filled day at one of the wonders of the natural world, Niagara Falls. Highlights of your day will include a cruise to the Falls, a meal overlooking the Falls, and a winery tour and tasting.

DAY 6 - JASPER Welcome to Jasper, a serene alpine town located high in the magnificent Canadian Rockies!

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discover the beauty of Canada and its cities at a pace that allows you to be in tune with the nature around you.

DAY 3 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

DAY 7 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Explore the spectacular natural treasures of Jasper National Park, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Stand above the massive walls of Maligne Canyon for stunning views of rushing waterfalls. Discover the mystery of the disappearing water at Medicine Lake. Stroll the shores of Maligne Lake and breathe in the clean mountain air.

This morning travel to the VIA Rail station and board your overnight VIA Rail train west to the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 4 & 5 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Enjoy the relaxed pace on the train as you continue your journey on VIA Rail westbound to Jasper. Enjoy the breath-taking landscapes, comfortable accommodations and delicious food along the way. This train ride gives you the opportunity to

Banff National Park

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Canadian Rockies

13 DAYS FROM $4,299 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 8 nights hotel stay • 4 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Roundtrip shared transfers between Jasper and Banff • 2 meals (2 lunches) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and admission to CN Tower in Toronto • Sightseeing city tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway • Admission to the Jasper Skytram • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and admission to Vancouver Lookout in Vancouver • Admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - August 2020 September 2020

DAY 8 - JASPER TO BANFF

DAY 9 - BANFF TO JASPER

Depart Jasper for a scenic drive out to Banff. Your ride along the world-famous Icefields Parkway will be full of gorgeous sights. Enjoy the wildlife, pristine lakes, and breathtaking mountain peaks. You'll also get a chance to visit the natural wonder of the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. At the end of your tour, you will be in Banff, one of the most scenic towns in the Canadian Rockies. Check into your hotel and enjoy everything this charming alpine paradise has to offer.

Spend your free time this morning exploring Banff before your included afternoon shuttle back to Jasper.

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Prices are per person based on two people sharing a standard room, and are subject to availability and change. Single occupancy supplements apply. Some hotels require payment of local city taxes on arrival. See page 42. VIA Rail travel is based on economy class unless otherwise stated.

DAY 10 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This morning, board VIA Rail’s Canadian to continue your journey through the majestic Canadian Rockies. Relax in the dome car and experience stunning 360-degree views of the mountain scenery all around you.

Jasper National Park

DAY 11 - VANCOUVER

DAY 12 - VANCOUVER

Upon arrival in Vancouver, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay.

Continue exploring Vancouver today with your included admission to the Vancouver Lookout sweeping 360-degree views await you at the top of this amazing attraction.

DAY 13 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Toronto - Chelsea Hotel Jasper - Chateau Jasper Banff - Elk + Avenue Hotel Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Vancouver

Alternative hotels may be available.

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CLASSIC CANADA AND ROCKIES EASTBOUND Vancouver ➡ Jasper ➡ Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls

BRITISH COLUMBIA Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

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2 VANCOUVER Your journey begins with 2 nights in Vancouver

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Toronto

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Take a day trip to Niagara Falls

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER

DAY 2 - VANCOUVER

Welcome to Vancouver! Travel to your hotel and start exploring this vibrant city.

Today’s full day of sightseeing will start with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour that takes you to Vancouver’s most popular areas: Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island and more! Take some time this afternoon to visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, one of the most popular attractions in British Columbia. The bridge crosses over towering evergreens with views more than 70 metres above the forest floor. Also enjoy admission to the Vancouver Lookout today for amazing, panoramic views of the entire city.

Vancouver

DAY 3 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Continue to explore Vancouver on your own this morning before an afternoon departure to Jasper and the majestic Canadian Rockies. While onboard, enjoy a sparkling wine send-off in one of the train’s many domed observation cars and lunch while passing through British Columbia’s agricultural heartland.

DAY 4 - JASPER Waks this morning to find the towering Rocky Mountains outside your window. Take in Mt. Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies and Moose Lake, one of its deepest, before a morning arrival into Jasper.

DAY 5 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Explore the spectacular natural treasures of Jasper National Park today. During this immersive tour,

Capilano Suspension Bridge

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VIA Rail

12 DAYS FROM $4,599 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 7 nights hotel stay • 4 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 2 meals (2 lunches) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and admission to Vancouver Lookout in Vancouver • Admission to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park • Admission to Jasper Skytram and sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway • Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto • Admission to the CN Tower • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail. Note: Select departures include one less night in Jasper with an adjusted list of activities. Price difference is indicated when shopping these departures.

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stand above the massive walls of Maligne Canyon for stunning views of rushing waterfalls, discover Medicine Lake and stroll the shores of crystalclear Maligne Lake. Later today, board the Jasper Skytram and lift off for the flight of a lifetime! During your seven-minute flight, you will be accompanied by a fully trained and knowledgeable flight attendant who will point out the many sights and answer any questions you may have. As the tram gently touches down, step out onto the Upper Station and prepare for a whole new perspective on the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 6 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Today’s exciting excursion follows the famous Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. View scenic rocky mountain vistas and local wildlife along the way, with photo stops at Athabasca Falls and Stutfield Glacier. At the Glacier Skywalk, step onto a glass-floored observation platform extending 279 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley. Wrap up your journey with a hot buffet lunch and time to explore the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Center.

DAY 7 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Board The Canadian this afternoon for an exhilarating and relaxing ride across Canada.

DAY 8 & 9 OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Continue your scenic journey across Canada on VIA Rail. Enjoy the relaxed pace on the train, and get in tune with the natural beauty that surrounds you.

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tour and tasting. After your full day of touring, your transfer will drop you back off at your hotel for a relaxing evening.

DAY 12 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN TORONTO

DAY 10 - TORONTO Begin your sightseeing of Toronto today with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour featuring top Toronto sights such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Harbourfront, Eaton Centre and Chinatown, among others. Admission to the CN Tower, with sweeping views of Toronto, is also included.

DAY 11 - NIAGARA FALLS This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a full day tour to one of the wonders of the natural world, Niagara Falls. Highlights will include a meal overlooking the falls, a boat ride getting you up close and personal with the Falls, and a winery

Toronto

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Jasper - Chateau Jasper Toronto - Chelsea Hotel Alternative hotels may be available.

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GRAND CIRCLE OF THE CANADIAN ROCKIES Vancouver ➡ Kamloops ➡ Banff ➡ Lake Louise ➡ Jasper ➡ Vancouver

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BRITISH COLUMBIA

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Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

KAMLOOPS VANCOUVER 2 North Pacific Ocean

Your journey begins with 1 night and ends with 1 night in Vancouver

Transfer between Banff-Lake Louise-Jasper

LAKE LOUISE 1 2 BANFF Travel across the Rockies for 2 days through stunning scenery from Vancouver to Banff via Kamloops on the Rocky Mountaineer

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER Welcome to Vancouver! Spend the day exploring this nature lover’s paradise with its serene coast and a majestic mountain backdrop.

DAY 2 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS This morning, board the famous Rocky Mountaineer. Settle into the luxurious accommodations and relax onboard, soaking in the spectacular scenery. Travel through British Columbia with views of the Cascade Mountains and along the spectacular Fraser Canyon and River.

DAY 3 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM KAMLOOPS TO BANFF Enjoy another day of striking scenery today as you make your way to Banff, Alberta. Travel through the heart of the Canadian Rockies and wind through the snow-capped peaks.

DAY 5 - BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE Depart on a scenic tour through Banff and Yoho National Parks full of emerald lakes and breathtaking waterfalls. End your tour in Lake Louise, one of the most photographed landscapes in the Canadian Rockies, where you will spend the evening.

DAY 6 - LAKE LOUISE TO JASPER Travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway as you head to Jasper. You’ll make a stop along the way to visit the natural wonder of Columbia Icefield, one of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. There, you’ll board the Ice Explorer and venture out to Athabasca Glacier where you’ll have one of the best vantage points to view the entire area.

DAY 4 - BANFF Explore the mountain town of Banff today and journey to the top of Sulphur Mountain on the incredible Banff Gondola. From the summit, you’ll have a birds-eye view of Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies!

Rocky Mountaineer

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Banff National Park

10 DAYS FROM $5,049 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 8 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • Rocky MountaineerTM from Vancouver to Banff in SilverLeaf class • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Transfer from Banff to Lake Louise • Transfer from Lake Louise to Jasper • 5 meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches) • Sightseeing tour of Banff National Park and Lake Louise • Admission to the Banff Gondola • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

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DAY 7 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Explore the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies today, Jasper National Park. On today's tour, you will see many breath-taking sights, including Athabasca Viewpoint, Maligne and Medicine Lake. Stand above the massive walls of Maligne Canyon for stunning views of rushing waterfalls.

DAY 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This morning, board VIA Rail’s legendary transcontinental train,

The Canadian, and settle in to a nostalgic overnight rail journey to Vancouver complete with delicious food options, comfortable accommodations and access to domed observation cars.

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DAY 9 - VANCOUVER Upon arrival in Vancouver, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin discovering the many attractions of the city.

DAY 10 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Kamloops - Three-star accommodation will be selected Banff - Buffalo Mountain Lodge Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Jasper - Chateau Jasper Lake Louise

Alternative hotels may be available.

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CANADIAN ROCKIES AND LAKE LOUISE EXPLORER WITH ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Vancouver ➡ Kamloops ➡ Lake Louise ➡ Banff ➡ Calgary

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Your journey begins with 1 night in Vancouver

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VANCOUVER

North Pacific Ocean

Travel across the Rockies for 2 days through stunning Alpine scenery from Vancouver to Banff on the Rocky Mountaineer

Your Canadian train journey begins in Vancouver! Use your hop-on, hop-off and admission to Vancouver Lookout to get to know the city.

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Banff before travelling by shuttle to Calgary

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Nights stay

DAY 2 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM VANCOUVER TO KAMLOOPS This morning, board the famous navy and gold carriages of the Rocky Mountaineer. Settle into the luxurious confines of SilverLeaf Class or speak to one of our Rail Experts about upgrading. As you relax, enjoy the dramatic passing scenery as your

Vancouver

Rocky Mountains

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Rocky Mountaineer Bridge

7 DAYS FROM $4,399 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Lake Louise in SilverLeaf class • 7 nights hotel stay in Vancouver • Tour transfer from Lake Louise to Banff and shuttle transfer from Banff to Calgary • 5 meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout • Sightseeing gondola ride in Lake Louise • Mountains, lakes and waterfalls tour in Banff • Banff gondola ride and lake cruise See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

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train makes its way through western Canada. Spot the verdant vistas of Fraser Valley, wind through lush forests and along river canyons, all the while admiring the surrounding peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains. Enjoy sumptuous meals on board before spending the night in Kamloops.

DAY 3 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM KAMLOOPS TO LAKE LOUISE Re-board the train this morning and settle in for another day of simply stunning scenery and delicious cuisine. Disembark the

Rocky Mountaineer at Lake Louise and check in at your hotel for a twonight stay.

DAY 4 - LAKE LOUISE Today, enjoy your included Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola ride for some of the greatest views and experiences. Be sure to bring your camera to capture pictures of the soaring mountain peaks and beautiful glaciers.

DAY 5 - LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF Travel from Lake Louise to Banff, where you’ll embark on an incredible

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tour of the region’s awe-inspiring mountains, lakes, and waterfalls. Later, enjoy the town itself, full of charming shopping and dining.

DAY 6 - BANFF Continue exploring Banff by taking a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. At the summit, you’ll be mesmerized by the 360-degree views of the surrounding landscapes. Later, relax during your included cruise on Lake Minnewanka while you take in the Rocky Mountains from a totally new perspective.

DAY 7 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CALGARY

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Vancouver - Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Downtown Vancouver Kamloops - 3* accommodation will be selected Banff - Elk + Avenue Hotel Banff

Alternative hotels may be available.

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CANADIAN ROCKIES DISCOVERY EASTBOUND Vancouver ➡ Victoria ➡ Jasper ➡ Banff ➡ Lake Louise ➡ Calgary

BRITISH COLUMBIA

ALBERTA Transfer between Jasper-Banff-Calgary

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail Your journey begins with 3 nights in Vancouver

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JASPER 2

Your journey ends with an overnight in Calgary

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DAY 6 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK

VICTORIA North Pacific Ocean

Take a roundtrip ferry between Vancouver and Victoria

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Nights stay

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER

DAY 3 - VICTORIA

Welcome to Vancouver! Travel to your hotel and start exploring this nature lover’s paradise, where the majestic mountains meet the serene coast.

Travel on board the ferry to Victoria. Set on the sparkling Strait of Juan de Fuca, at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, this quaint coastal gem has a dynamic blend of serene mountain views, historic charm, and urban appeal.

DAY 2 - VANCOUVER Today’s full day of sightseeing begins with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour that will take you to all of Vancouver’s most popular attractions, including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, and more!

DAY 5 - JASPER Wake up to sunrise in the Canadian Rockies! View the majestic landscape as you wind through the breath-taking mountain scenery before your morning arrival into Jasper. Explore the spectacular natural treasures of the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. During this exhilarating sightseeing tour, you will see many picture-perfect sights, including Athabasca Viewpoint, Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake, and Maligne Lake.

DAY 4 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Discover more of Vancouver at your leisure this morning before making you way to the VIA Rail station for an afternoon departure on The Canadian eastbound to Jasper.

Lake Louise

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VIA Rail

10 DAYS FROM $2,699 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 8 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Roundtrip ferry service from Vancouver to Victoria • Transfer from Jasper to Banff and Banff to Calgary • 2 meals (2 lunches) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway • Sightseeing tour of Banff National Park See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - September 2020 October 2020

DAY 7 - JASPER TO BANFF

DAY 8 - BANFF AND LAKE LOUISE

Depart Jasper for a leisurely drive out to Banff, one of the most scenic towns in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy the wildlife, pristine lakes, and breath-taking mountain peaks along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Step onboard the Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure of the Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy unobstructed views on a glass-floored observation platform extending out over the Sunwapta Valley at the Glacier Skywalk. Lunch is included today.

Explore Lake Louise, one of the most photographed landscapes in the Canadian Rockies. You will also tour Johnston Canyon, another spectacular treasure of the Rockies.

$3,249 $3,549 $2,699

DAY 9 - BANFF TO CALGARY Today you will take your included shuttle transfer from Banff to your hotel in Calgary, the largest city in Alberta. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy this amazing city!

DAY 10 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CALGARY

Jasper National Park

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DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN CALGARY

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When you arrive, check in and get settled before starting to enjoy your mountain escape. Stroll the quaint streets of downtown, with its restaurants, shopping, and lively nightlife scene.

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DAY 2 - BANFF TO LAKE LOUISE Today, experience the grandeur of the great outdors in Banff National Park. While countless regions of Canada are famed for their natural beauty, Banff is utterly awe-inspiring. It’s truly a Canadian treasure. During your included Mountain, Lakes and Waterfalls tour, visit famous landmarks, natural wonders, and learn all about the historic locations within the Canadian Rockies. To say that your day will be packed with memorable moments is an understatement. Witness the majesty of Moraine Lake, the waterfalls in Johnston Canyon, and gaze out over breathtaking Lake Louise. Lunch is included today.

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Dome Car

7 DAYS FROM $2,349 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • VIA Rail® in Economy accommodations from Jasper to Vancouver on The Canadian® • 5 nights’ accommodations, 1 night onboard VIA Rail • 2 Meals (2 Lunches) • Transfer from Calgary airport to hotel in Banff • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway from Banff • Sightseeing tour of the Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout Tower See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - August 2020 September 2020

DAY 3 - BANFF TO JASPER If you had only one day to explore the Canadian Rockies—aside from seeing the lakes of Banff—touring the Icefields Parkway is how you should spend it. This winding stretch of road from Jasper to Lake Louise along the Continental Divide features more than 100 ancient glaciers, gorgeous cascading waterfalls, towering mountains, and sweeping valleys of pine forests. During your included Icefields Parkways tour, get up close to the amazing Columbia Icefield and take a once-in-a-lifetime ride onboard an Ice Explorer to the Athabasca Glacier. Then, visit the incredible Glacier Skywalk for jawdropping views. A hot buffet lunch at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre is included today.

DAY 5 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Today, you’ll board The Canadian for an overnight VIA Rail journey west to Vancouver. Enjoy the aweinspiring views of the wilderness from the comfort of your cabin or from the scenic dome car. You’ll gain an entirely new perspective of the Canadian Rockies on the train.

DAY 6 - VANCOUVER When you arrive in Vancouver, travel to your hotel and check in. Your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour features the city’s most popular attractions and sights, such as Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, and Granville Island. Visit the Olympic Cauldron, the bustling

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Robson Street districts, English Bay and Canada Place. Then, use your included admission to the Vancouver Lookout for unbelievable 360-degree views of the beautiful North Shore Mountains and metro Vancouver. Head to the revolving restaurant on your own to enjoy a cocktail or meal. The rest of the day is yours to explore the rest of the city at your leisure.

DAY 7 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

DAY 4 - JASPER Your included sightseeing tour of Jasper will allow you to discover the Canadian Rockies’ largest national park and UNESCO World Heritage site. Showcasing gorgeous wide-open spaces adorned with dense forests, mountains, and lakes, Jasper’s wilderness is sure to captivate any visitor. Highlights of this spectacular tour include Medicine Lake, Maligne Lake, and Maligne Canyon.

Sightseeing onboard

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Banff - Buffalo Mountain Lodge Jasper - Chateau Jasper Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Vancouver

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WESTERN CANADIAN RAIL JOURNEY Winnipeg ➡ Jasper ➡ Vancouver

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Make your way to the VIA Rail station this evening and hop on board for a scenic journey to Jasper! Relax and enjoy your comfortable accommodations and delicious, chef-prepared meals while watching rolling farmlands and the endless vistas of the Canadian prairie.

DAY 4 - JASPER

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN WINNIPEG Upon your arrival in Winnipeg, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin exploring this diverse city. Known as the 'cultural cradle of Canada,' Winnipeg boasts unique neighborhoods, a flourishing arts scene and numerous world-class attractions. Take in a meal at The Forks, a picturesque, renovated public space at the junction of the Assiniboine and Red Rivers, before returning to your hotel and resting up for tomorrow's rail journey. VIA Rail

Wake up to snow-capped mountain views as you glide through the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper and take some time to explore the local restaurants and shops in the picturesque downtown area.

DAY 5 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Embark on your Jasper National Park adventure today! This scenic sightseeing tour will take you by luxury motor coach to some of the most outstanding sights and sounds in the park, including Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and the Athabasca Lookout. Take an unforgettable boat cruise around the stunning Maligne Lake, and explore the history, culture and beauty of the most rugged peaks and dramatic valleys of the Canadian Rockies.

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Jasper National Park

9 DAYS FROM $2,549 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 5 nights hotel stay • 2 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Sightseeing cruise of Maligne Lake* • 1 meal (1 lunch) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing city tour of Vancouver *Cruise runs from June to midSeptember See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - Sept 2020

DAY 6 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This evening board VIA Rail’s Canadian to continue your journey through the majestic Canadian Rockies, reliving train travel in the days of old as you are rocked to sleep tonight. First, enjoy hot hors d’oeuvres as the train whisks you past Moose Lake and the peaks of Mt. Robson and the Monashee Mountains. Relax in the dome car and experience stunning 360-degree views of the mountain scenery all around you.

DAY 7 - VANCOUVER Head to the dining car for a freshly prepared breakfast and enjoy the stunning views of central British Columbia. As the train winds its way along the walls of the Fraser Canyon and through the Cascade and Coastal mountains, enjoy lunch as you look down to the Fraser River and catch a glimpse of the raging rapids of Hell’s Gate. Prior to arriving in Vancouver, take in the agricultural heartland of the Fraser Valley as it approaches the mighty Pacific Ocean. Upon arrival in Vancouver, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and begin discovering this dynamic city.

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Vancouver

DAY 8 - VANCOVER Today your hop-on, hop-off tour will take you to all of Vancouver’s most popular attractions, including Chinatown, Stanley Park and Gastown. Enjoy guided commentary, explore historical landmarks, and shop along famed Robson Street at your own pace.

DAY 9 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

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8 DAYS FROM $1,749 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 6 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Transfer from Jasper to Banff and Banff to Calgary • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and admission to Vancouver Lookout in Vancouver • Winter wildlife tour in Jasper National Park • Admission to the Banff Gondola See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

CANADIAN ROCKIES WINTER DISCOVERY EASTBOUND Vancouver ➡ Jasper ➡ Banff ➡ Calgary

ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA

Transfer between Jasper-Banff-Calgary

JASPER Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

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CALGARY Icefields Parkway

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER Welcome to Vancouver! Travel on your own to your hotel and then begin exploring this unique city where the serene coast meets the soaring mountains.

DAY 2 - VANCOUVER A full day of sightseeing awaits you today! With an included hop-on, hop-

DAY 5 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Explore the spectacular Jasper National Park, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, and search for winter wildlife on your guided tour today.

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off sightseeing tour, you’ll learn all about the city and its history with live commentary. Feel free to hop off the tour and explore any sites in-depth at your leisure including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, and more!

DAY 3 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This afternoon, travel on your own to the VIA Rail station and board The Canadian eastbound to Jasper. Relax stress-free on this scenic journey with comfortable accommodations and delicious food options onboard.

DAY 6 - JASPER TO BANFF This morning, depart Jasper for a scenic drive on the Icefields Parkway to Banff, one of the most beautiful towns in the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 7 - BANFF Today, you’ll take a gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for one of the best views of the Canadian Rockies. From there, you can enjoy the snowy mountain vistas from six different mountain ranges, Bow Valley and more.

DAY 8 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CALGARY

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Vancouver

Arrive into Jasper in the morning and prepare to experience one of the most amazing landscapes in the world. Once you arrive and get settled in, spend some time discovering Jasper, including the excellent shops and restaurants in charming downtown.

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10 DAYS FROM $2,399 per person

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HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 5 nights hotel stay • 4 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Admission to the CN Tower in Toronto • Winter wildlife tour in Jasper National Park • Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour in Jasper • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

CLASSIC CANADA AND CANADIAN ROCKIES IN WINTER Toronto ➡ Jasper ➡ Vancouver

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN TORONTO Begin your Canadian adventure in dynamic, multi-cultural Toronto. On arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay and then visit the CN Tower.

DAY 2 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Board VIA Rail in the morning for your journey across Canada.

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DAY 7 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK

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DAYS 3 & 4 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Settle in to one of the world's most famous rail journeys while taking in the stunning scenery of the Canadian Shield and endless prairie fields. Enjoy comfortable onboard accommodations, delicious, freshly prepared meals and fun on-board activities.

Enjoy a truly unique experience today with your Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour. You’ll be taken to the bottom of Maligne Canyon, the deepest accessible canyon in Jasper National Park, where you will explore frozen waterfalls, ice caves, and incredible ice formations.

DAY 8 - JASPER TO VANCOUVER Visit some of the local shops and cafes in Jasper today before departing for Vancouver this morning. Once on board, relax as the train travels through the Canadian Rockies and out of Jasper.

DAY 9 - VANCOUVER Arrive in Vancouver early this morning for an overnight stay. Use your admission to the Vancouver Lookout.

DAY 10 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

DAY 5 - JASPER Wake up on the train and take in the gorgeous winter wonderland that surrounds you as you travel through the Canadian Rockies to Jasper.

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Toronto

Take an immersive winter wildlife tour of Jasper National Park today. Your knowledgeable guide will reveal the park’s most iconic wildlife - you may see elk, deer, sheep, coyotes, moose and more!

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TRANS CANADA AND ROCKIES ADVENTURE WITH ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls ➡ Jasper ➡ Lake Louise ➡ Banff ➡ Kamloops ➡ Vancouver

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Travel across the Rockies for 2 days through stunning scenery from Banff to Vancouver via Kamloops on the Rocky Mountaineer

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ONTARIO Your journey begins with 2 nights in Toronto

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN TORONTO Begin your Canadian adventure in dynamic, multi-cultural Toronto. Check in at your hotel and enjoy a night to discover the city at your leisure.

DAY 2 - NIAGARA FALLS This morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a full day tour to one of the wonders of the natural world, Niagara Falls. Highlights include a meal overlooking the falls, a sightseeing cruise right up to the Falls, free time in both Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake,

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and good company, it's the perfect way to travel. Watch glittering lakes, verdant farmland and sweeping plains roll past your window, and keep a look out for wildlife too! There truly is no better way to immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of the heart of Canada.

and a winery tour and tasting. After your full day of touring, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

DAY 3 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This morning make your way to the station and board VIA Rail's The Canadian. Settle in for a scenic and comfortable journey across Canada to Jasper.

DAY 4 & 5 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Spend two days on board the train! With fantastic food, gorgeous views

After enjoying the last leg of your rail journey through the heart of the mountains, arrive in Jasper today. Spend the afternoon enjoying the fresh mountain air and tranquil scenery of this classic alpine town, deep in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 7 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Discover Jasper National Park today on a scenic sightseeing tour that will take you to some of the most outstanding attractions that Jasper National Park has to offer, including Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and the Athabasca Lookout. Explore the history, culture and beauty of the most rugged peaks in the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 8 - JASPER TO LAKE LOUISE Enjoy both of Canada's oldest and largest national parks on the way to

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Rocky Mountaineer

14 DAYS FROM $6,699 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 10 nights hotel stay • 3 nights onboard VIA Rail • Rocky Mountaineer from Banff to Vancouver in SilverLeaf Class • One-way VIA Rail in Economy class • Transfer from Jasper to Lake Louise and Lake Louise to Banff • Hop-on, hop-off tour of Toronto • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway and the Canadian Rockies • Sightseeing tour of Banff National Park and admission to Banff Gondola • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

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Lake Louise today! Connected by the Icefields Parkway, Jasper and Banff National Parks are home to alpine glaciers, turquoise lakes and a variety of mountain wildlife. At the Columbia Icefield, take an all-terrain Ice Explorer onto the mighty Athabasca Glacier for a once in a lifetime experience. Complete your adventure with a visit to the Glacier Skywalk and gain a unique perspective of nature at its finest as you stand 279 metres above the Sunwapta Valley. Once to Lake Louise, check in at the worldfamous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for an overnight stay.

DAY 9 - LAKE LOUISE TO BANFF Pick up your transfer and make your way from Lake Louise to beautiful Banff. Begin exploring the immense natural beauty, boutique shops and traditional restaurants of this Rocky Mountain town.

DAY 11 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM BANFF TO KAMLOOPS Board the iconic blue and gold carriages of the Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic journey through Canada's breath-taking mountainous vistas. Settle into your SilverLeaf accommodations, or speak to one of our Rail Experts about upgrading to GoldLeaf, and gaze out of the panoramic windows as you go. The journey from Banff to Kamloops will take you past snow-capped peaks and glaciers as you traverse mountain passes. Arrive in Kamloops in the evening and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 12 - ROCKY MOUNTAINEER FROM KAMLOOPS TO VANCOUVER Depart Kamloops for Vancouver today, re-boarding the Rocky

DAY 10 - BANFF Unearth the geological and cultural secrets of Banff with an included tour today. Admire some of the most amazing scenery in the Canadian Rockies. Travel up the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy 360-degree panoramas of no less than six mountain ranges.

Lake Louise

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Mountaineer for another exquisite journey. Wind past rushing rivers, dramatic canyons and evergreen forests as you make your way to the Coast and the Cascade Mountains.

DAY 13 - VANCOUVER Enjoy a full day at leisure in Vancouver! Use your included hop-on, hop-off tour to navigate the city with ease, creating your own personalised sightseeing itinerary.

DAY 14 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

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ULTIMATE CANADA COAST TO COAST Halifax ➡ Quebec City ➡ Montreal ➡ Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls ➡ Jasper ➡ Banff ➡ Jasper ➡ Vancouver

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Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN HALIFAX Begin your coast to coast Canadian adventure in charming, seaside Halifax. Enjoy the waterfront setting and the seafaring history of this friendly city.

DAY 2 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Spend some more time this morning enjoying the sights of Halifax before heading to the VIA Rail station to depart for Quebec City. As the train winds its way north and west through the Canadian Maritimes, you’ll be treated to some delightful views of

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the rocky and forested coast and inlands of the region.

DAY 3 - QUEBEC CITY Roll into Quebec City today and immediately be seduced by the city’s old-world, European flavour. The city’s early colonial roots are present everywhere, from its centuries old defensive walls, its continentalflavoured Old Port district, to the historic waterfront. Dinner tonight is included at a classic Quebecoise restaurant.

DAY 4 - QUEBEC CITY TO MONTREAL Enjoy a guided tour of Quebec City today, riding past popular and historic points of interest. Later, make your way to the VIA Rail station and board the train for the short journey to Montreal.

DAY 5 - MONTREAL Explore Montreal on your sightseeing tour today. Visit famous attractions such as Notre Dame Basilica, the hip Place des Arts, Place Jacques Cartier, the Hotel de Ville, and Old Montreal.

DAY 6 - MONTREAL TO TORONTO Take the train to Toronto, Canada’s largest city. While onboard, enjoy spacious seating, attentive service, and complimentary WiFi. Upgrade to Business Class for the ultimate experience complete with hot meal service and included beverages.

DAY 7 - NIAGARA FALLS Head out to one of Canada’s greatest natural wonders on your Niagara Falls tour today. Enjoy lunch overlooking the falls, tour the surrounding area, then head back to Toronto for the night.

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17 DAYS FROM $5,549 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 11 nights hotel stay • 5 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 3 meals (2 lunches and 1 dinner) • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake • Sightseeing tour of the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier including the Glacier Skywalk • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - August 2020 September 2020

DAY 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This morning board the iconic Canadian train line for your exciting journey across Canada.

DAY 9 & 10 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Enjoy an unforgettable experience by scenic rail across Canada, traversing a variety of beautiful landscapes and taking in sights only possible by train. As you are enjoying the pristine lakes, charming farm country, wide open plains, and rolling, tree covered hills, also keep a look out for diverse wildlife.

DAY 13 - BANFF TO JASPER You will be transferred today from Banff through the mountains and back to Jasper. Rest and relax before tomorrow’s train journey to the West Coast.

DAY 14 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Board the Canadian once again, for an overnight journey heading westbound. As the train continues on toward Vancouver, witness even more beautiful views of the sun setting over the Canadian Rockies from the comfort of the train.

DAY 11 - JASPER

DAY 15 - VANCOUVER

The views from the train are stunning today as the train winds its way into the heart of the Rockies, and finally stops in the picturesque alpine town of Jasper. Take some time to discover the charms of this classic mountain community.

Prior to arriving in Vancouver, take in the agricultural heartland of the Fraser Valley as it approaches the mighty Pacific Ocean.

DAY 12 - JASPER TO BANFF Depart Jasper for the scenic journey through the Icefields Parkway to Banff. Enjoy the wildlife, pristine lakes, and breath-taking mountain peaks along the way. Once to Banff, check into your hotel and enjoy everything this charming location has to offer.

Montreal

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DAY 16 - VANCOUVER Use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour today to learn all about the city and its history with live commentary. Feel free to hop off the tour and explore any sites in-depth at your leisure. Also included today is admission to the Vancouver Lookout.

DAY 17 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Halifax - Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Quebec City - Hotel Chateau Laurier Montreal - Le Nouvel Hotel & Spa Toronto - Chelsea Hotel Jasper - Chateau Jasper Banff - Buffalo Mountain Lodge Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Alternative hotels may be available.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA

ALBERTA

SASK. MANITOBA

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

JASPER 2

Hudson Bay

Spend 3 nights on VIA Rail

VANCOUVER

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Vancouver

QUEBEC ONTARIO

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

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DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN HALIFAX

DAY 3 - QUEBEC CITY

Welcome to Halifax! Make your way to your hotel and check in for an overnight stay. Enjoy the culture and history of this seaside town.

Arrive early into Quebec City and enjoy a full day exploring this fascinating destination steeped in 400 years of history. The French-speaking capital city presents an intoxicating blend of old-world charm, modern elegance and cutting-edge chic. Enjoy included dinner in the city this evening.

DAY 2 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Spend some more time discovering Halifax this morning before making your way to the VIA Rail station for your journey to Quebec City. This scenic route features dramatic coastline views and pastoral inland valley scenes.

Assembly, and the Place Royale. Later today, board the train for the short journey to Montreal.

DAY 5 - MONTREAL Welcome to the “City of a Hundred Steeples,” Montreal! Your included guided sightseeing tour today will provide an excellent experience of the city, taking you to such hot spots as Olympic Stadium, Montreal Harbor, Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, Golden Square Mile and many more!

DAY 6 - MONTREAL TO TORONTO Take the train today from Montreal to Toronto, Canada’s largest and most culturally diverse city. Enjoy a comfortable and scenic ride on your rail journey, with pleasant farm and woodland views out your window. Once in Toronto, spend the day discovering the city at your leisure, perhaps visiting the iconic CN Tower, spending some time at the Eaton Centre, with over 250 shops, or just strolling the stunning waterfront.

DAY 4 - QUEBEC CITY TO MONTREAL Today, your local tour guide will take you to all of Quebec's top attractions. Visit such landmarks as the Plains of Abraham, the Basilica, the National

Niagara Falls

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16 DAYS FROM $4,899 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 10 nights hotel stay • 5 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 1 meal (1 dinner) • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls from Toronto • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto • Sightseeing tour of Jasper National Park • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June - September 2020 October 2020

DAY 7 - NIAGARA FALLS Experience one of the world's most magnificent natural wonders on your full day adventure to Niagara Falls. Drive through the picturesque countryside of the Niagara region with a scenic tour through the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Once at the falls, enjoy an exhilarating up close and personal boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls.

DAY 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This morning travel on your own to the VIA Rail station and board the iconic Canadian line for your exciting two-day trip across Canada.

DAY 9 & 10 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Experience an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Canadian countryside, passing a variety of beautiful landscapes including crystal-clear lakes, pine covered hills and open plains. Be on the lookout for a variety of wildlife on your journey, including grazing elks and with any luck, grizzly bears.

DAY 11 - JASPER Wake up on the train to spectacular views of the Rockies as you head

into Jasper. Arrive in the picturesque mountain community and make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. Enjoy the clear mountain air and beautiful surroundings of the Canadian Rockies.

DAY 12 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK Get ready to experience some of the most breath-taking points in Jasper National Park on your guided sightseeing tour. Travel in comfort as you learn the history, culture, and unparalleled beauty of the most rugged peaks in the Canadian Rockies.

$4,999 $5,199 $4,899

DAY 15 - VANCOUVER Discover the best sights and attractions of Vancouver today with your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Also included today is admission to the Vancouver Lookout, offering panoramic, 360-dgree views of the entire city.

DAY 16 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN VANCOUVER

DAY 13 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Board The Canadian and travel toward Vancouver, witnessing more unprecedented views of the Canadian Rockies from the comfort of your seat. Enjoy panoramic vistas of crystal clear mountain lakes and majestic peaks - all part of your rail adventure through the mountains!

DAY 14 - VANCOUVER Welcome to Vancouver, an ethnically diverse metropolis filled with world-famous museums, cuisine and shopping. Check in and start to explore the city.

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USA AND CANADA RAIL EXPERIENCE Chicago ➡ Seattle ➡ Vancouver ➡ Toronto ➡ Chicago

ALBERTA

SK.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Hudson Bay

MANITOBA

Spend 4 nights on VIA Rail

ONTARIO

2 VANCOUVER

SEATTLE

WASH.

MONTANA IDAHO

North Pacific Ocean

NORTH DAKOTA

Spend 2 nights on Amtrak

Nights stay

WISC.

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Spend 1 night in Toronto before getting a private transfer to Buffalo

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DAY 1 & 2 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Welcome to Chicago! This afternoon, make your way to Chicago’s Union Station to board Amtrak’s famous Empire Builder. Relax onboard in the observation car while you take in the stunning views of the Missouri River, the beautiful North Dakota plains, and Glacier National Park in “Big Sky Country.”

DAY 3 - SEATTLE TO VANCOUVER North Atlantic Ocean

This morning, you’ll arrive in Seattle’s King Street Station. The afternoon is yours to explore the “Emerald City” and visit popular attractions such as Pikes Place Market or Seattle’s Waterfront. In the evening, board Amtrak’s Cascades train and travel through the beautiful Pacific Northwest across the Canadian Border into British Columbia and ending in Downtown Vancouver.

DAY 4 - VANCOUVER

Chicago

Today, explore Vancouver with your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Visit popular spots including historic Gastown, the Totem Poles in Stanley Park, Granville Island’s Public Market and more!

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Vancouver

11 DAYS FROM $3,099 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 3 nights hotel stay • 3 nights onboard Amtrak® • 4 nights onboard VIA Rail® • One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class from Vancouver to Toronto • One-way transfer from Toronto to Buffalo • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours of Vancouver and Toronto • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout • Admission to the CN Tower See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: January - March 2020 April 2020 May - August 2020 September 2020 October - November 2020 December 2020

DAY 5 - 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Travel to the VIA Rail Station this morning and board The Canadian to continue your trip heading eastbound to Toronto. Spend the next few days relaxing onboard the train as you travel through the vast nation. Take in the scenic landscapes from the observation car as you wind through the Canadian Rockies, rugged lake country and prairie fields. Spend time in the lounge car meeting some

of your fellow passengers or simply relax with a good book.

$3,099 $3,199 $3,549 $3,499 $3,249 $3,199

DAY 9 - TORONTO This afternoon, arrive in Toronto and enjoy some sightseeing with your hop-on, hop-off tour. Visit popular sites such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Harbourfront, Eaton Centre and Chinatown. Admission to the CN Tower, with sweeping views of Toronto, is also included today.

Seattle

DAY 10 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Continue exploring Toronto then take a private transfer to the Amtrak station in Buffalo, NY. Board the Lake Shore Limited to Chicago and enjoy your final train ride which completes your USA and Canada Rail Experience!

DAY 11 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CHICAGO FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Toronto - Chelsea Hotel Toronto

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GRAND EASTERN CANADIAN RAIL JOURNEY Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls ➡ Ottawa ➡ Montreal ➡ Quebec City ➡ Halifax

QUEBEC

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

QUEBEC CITY 1 OTTAWA 1 ONTARIO TORONTO 3

NIAGARA FALLS

DAY 3 - TORONTO TO NIAGARA FALLS

NEW BRUNSWICK

2 MONTREAL

NOVA SCOTIA

HALIFAX 2

Your journey begins with 3 nights in Toronto Take a day trip to Niagara Falls

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Halifax

North Atlantic Ocean

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-theLake today. Highlights of your day include a boat cruise up close to the falls, exploring the caverns behind the falls and lunch overlooking the falls. Witness the beauty and majesty of the falls from all angles!

DAY 4 - TORONTO TO OTTAWA KEY

Nights stay

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN TORONTO Welcome to Canada! Begin exploring Toronto, Canada’s largest city and one of the most culturally diverse, at your leisure.

DAY 2 - TORONTO Enjoy a full day of sightseeing with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Visit popular sites such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma, the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Harbourfront, Eaton Centre and Chinatown.

Hop on board VIA Rail for a quick and comfortable ride to Ottawa today. Upon arrival in Ottawa, check in at your hotel and take advantage of your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour to uncover the many sights of the Canadian capital.

DAY 5 - OTTAWA TO MONTREAL Enjoy another quick rail journey to Montreal today, and after checking in at your hotel, spend some time getting acquainted with this bustling, European-influenced city. Be sure to take a stroll along the picturesque cobbled streets of Old Montreal, taking in the many architectural styles - a true juxtaposition of the old and the new.

Toronto

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VIA Rail

11 DAYS FROM $2,249 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 9 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 1 meal (1 lunch) • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Ottawa • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing tour of Halifax Note: Some tours and activities are seasonal and not available on all travel days. See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: January - February 2020 March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July - September 2020 October 2020 November 2020 December 2020

DAY 6 - MONTREAL Today, enjoy a guided tour that will take you all around Montreal. Your tour will bring you to such popular attractions as the Olympic Stadium, Basilica Notre Dame, and Place Jacques Cartier. Let the distinct history and the culture of the city sink in as you enjoy your tour.

DAY 7 - MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY Today you will continue your Canadian Rail Journey and head further east to Quebec City. After checking in at your hotel, begin

exploring this fascinating destination, also known for its European feel and French-Canadian history.

DAY 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Contine exploring Quebec City today at your leisure. Tonight, board VIA Rail’s Ocean train line, passing distant lights marking small towns as you travel even further east to Halifax. Settle into your comfortable onboard accommodations and enjoy a good night's rest.

DAY 9 - HALIFAX Enjoy a relaxing day on the train. The scenery will be breath-taking as you enter rustic New Brunswick and then Nova Scotia. Descend the coast of the Baie-des-Chaleurs, and later this afternoon pass Moncton and arrive into maritime Halifax for a two-night stay.

DAY 10 - HALIFAX Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Peggy's Cove, a picture-perfect coastal village and artists' haven that is also home to the most photographed lighthouse in the world. Quebec City

$2,249 $2,299 $2,449 $2,949 $3,099 $3,149 $2,749 $2,499 $2,399

DAY 11 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN HALIFAX

Peggy's Cove

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ONTARIO, QUEBEC AND THE CANADIAN MARITIMES RAIL JOURNEY Toronto ➡ Niagara Falls ➡ Montreal ➡ Quebec City ➡ Halifax

QUEBEC

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

QUEBEC CITY 2

ONTARIO

TORONTO 3

NIAGARA FALLS

DAY 5 - MONTREAL

NEW BRUNSWICK

2 MONTREAL

NOVA SCOTIA

HALIFAX 2 Your journey begins with 3 nights in Toronto Lorem Take a day tripipsum

Your journey ends with 2 nights in Halifax

to Niagara Falls

North Atlantic Ocean

KEY

Nights stay

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN TORONTO

DAY 3 - TORONTO

Welcome to Toronto! After checking in at your hotel for a three-night stay, start exploring this vibrant Canadian metropolis.

Today, continue to explore Toronto at your own pace with your hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Your guide will point out important attractions and points of interest such as the Royal Ontario Museum, St. Lawrence Market, Chinatown and you can get off at any stops that interest you!

DAY 2 - TORONTO TO NIAGARA FALLS Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-theLake today. Highlights of the tour include a boat cruise up close to the falls, exploring the caverns behind the falls and lunch overlooking the falls. You will see the majestic Niagara Falls and witness its beauty from all angles today!

Today a guided sightseeing tour is included which will take you to famous attractions such as the hip Place des Arts, Place Jacques Cartier, Notre Dame Basilica and Old Montreal. You’ll learn about Montreal's French roots, evident in its cuisine, language, and historical buildings.

DAY 6 - MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY Today you will continue your Canadian rail journey and head east to Quebec City. After your arrival, begin exploring this fascinating destination known for its European

DAY 4 - TORONTO TO MONTREAL Board VIA Rail’s corridor connection to Montreal. Spend time getting acquainted with this bustling city. Be sure to take a stroll along the picturesque cobbled streets of Old Montreal.

Montreal

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Quebec City

11 DAYS FROM $2,149 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 9 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 2 meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner) • Multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Toronto • Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing tour of Peggy’s Cove Note: Some tours and activities are seasonal and not available on all travel days. See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: January 2020 February - March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July - September 2020 October 2020 November 2020 December 2020

feel and French-Canadian history. Dinner tonight is included at a classic Quebecoise restaurant.

DAY 7 - QUEBEC CITY Included today is a fascinating tour of Quebec City. Your guide will provide some amazing stories and history of the city while riding past popular and historic points of interest such as the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the world-famous Chateau Frontenac hotel, and the Citadelle.

DAY 8 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL

$2,149 $2,199 $2,299 $2,799 $2,949 $2,999 $2,549 $2,349 $2,349

Continue exploring Quebec City today at your leisure. Tonight, board VIA Rail’s The Ocean as you head to Halifax.

DAY 9 - HALIFAX After travelling through the Canadian Maritimes and enjoying some coastal views, arrive in Halifax in the evening. Take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk and find a great restaurant for dinner by the water with some fresh seafood.

Halifax

DAY 10 - HALIFAX Discover the rugged, coastal beauty of Peggy's Cove today on a guided sightseeing tour. Learn why this beautiful area has been a favourite destination for artists and explorers for over 150 years.

DAY 11 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN HALIFAX FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Toronto - Chelsea Hotel Ottawa - Lord Elgin Montreal - Le Novel Hotel & Spa Quebec City - Hotel Chateau Laurier Halifax - Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Toronto

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QUEBEC AND THE CANADIAN MARITIMES RAIL JOURNEY Montreal ➡ Quebec City ➡ Halifax

QUEBEC

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN MONTREAL

QUEBEC CITY 1

NEW BRUNSWICK

2 MONTREAL

L.Ontario

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Montreal

NOVA SCOTIA

2 HALIFAX Your journey ends with 2 nights in Halifax

L.Erie North Atlantic Ocean

KEY

Nights stay

Welcome to Montreal! Experience the city that is an interesting blend of the Old World and the new, the historic and modern! Spend some time exploring this amazing city on your own.

DAY 2 - MONTREAL Today you will have a guided tour that will direct you all around Montreal. Your tour will bring you to such popular attractions as the Olympic Stadium, Basilica Notre Dame and Place Jacques Cartier. Let the history and the culture of the city sink in as you enjoy your tour.

DAY 3 - MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY Today you will reach Quebec City. You arrive early with a full day to explore this fascinating destination. The city’s early colonial roots are on display everywhere, from its centuries old defensive walls and its continentalflavoured Old Port district, to the historic waterfront. Dinner tonight is included at a classic Quebecoise restaurant.

Montreal

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Montreal

7 DAYS FROM $1,499 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 5 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • 1 meal (1 dinner) • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing tour of Peggy’s Cove Note: Some tours and activities are seasonal and not available on all travel days. See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: January - March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July - September 2020 October - November 2020 December 2020

DAY 4 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Continue to explore the city today with your included guided tour of Quebec City. Your guide will provide some amazing stories and background on the town while riding past popular and historic points of interest such as the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the Ramparts, the world-famous Château Frontenac hotel, Place-Royale, and the Citadelle. In the evening, travel on your own to the VIA Rail station and hop on board your train for an exciting journey to Halifax!

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DAY 5 - HALIFAX Enjoy a relaxing day on the train. The scenery will be breath-taking as you enter the Canadian Maritimes Region of Canada. Later this afternoon, arrive into Halifax and travel to the hotel for a two-night stay.

DAY 6 - HALIFAX Spend the final day of your journey touring Peggy's Cove, home to the most photographed lighthouse in the world, perched on the rocks overlooking the rugged Atlantic coastline.

DAY 7 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN HALIFAX

Quebec City

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THE BEST OF EASTERN CANADA Niagara Falls ➡ Montreal ➡ Quebec City ➡ Halifax

QUEBEC

QUEBEC CITY 1

ONTARIO

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN NIAGARA FALLS NEW BRUNSWICK

2 MONTREAL

L.Ontario 2 NIAGARA FALLS Your journey begins with 2 nights in Niagara Falls

NOVA SCOTIA

HALIFAX 2 Your journey ends with 2 nights in Halifax

North Atlantic Ocean

KEY

Nights stay

Welcome to Niagara Falls! Enjoy your included pass to the top attractions of the Falls. This remains one of the best ways to discover what Niagara Falls has to offer.

DAY 2 - NIAGARA FALLS Today is free for you to continue to explore the Falls. Experience more of what the natural wonder presents to you and indulge in its picturesque beauty.

DAY 3 - NIAGARA FALLS TO MONTREAL Board the train to your next stop, Montreal! Experience the city that is an interesting blend of the Old World and the new, the historic and modern. Spend some time exploring this amazing city on your own.

DAY 4 - MONTREAL Today, enjoy a guided city tour of Montreal which will bring you to such popular attractions as the Olympic Stadium, Basilica Notre Dame, and Place Jacques Cartier. Let the history and the culture of the city sink in as you enjoy your tour. Quebec City

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Niagara Falls

9 DAYS FROM $1,449 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 7 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Niagara Adventure Pass* • Sightseeing city tour of Montreal • Sightseeing city tour of Quebec City • Sightseeing tour of Peggy’s Cove *Includes admission to the Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara’s Fury, White Water Walk and a Hornblower Cruise to the Falls, and a 2-day WEGO bus transportation OR seasonally the Niagara Wonder Pass which includes Admission to the Butterfly Conservatory, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Fury, and a 2-day WEGO bus transportation. Note: Some tours and activities are seasonal and not available on all travel days.

DATES AND PRICES: January - March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July - August 2020 September 2020 October 2020 November 2020 December 2020

DAY 5 - MONTREAL TO QUEBEC CITY Take the relaxing train journey from Montreal to Quebec City today and upon arrival, enjoy time at your leisure exploring this fascinating destination. The city’s early colonial roots are everywhere, from its centuries old defensive walls, its continentalflavoured Old Port district, and the scenic, historic waterfront.

DAY 6 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL Continue to explore Quebec City today with a guided tour. Your knowledgeable guide will provide some amazing stories and

background on popular and historic points of interest such as the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, the Ramparts, the world-famous Château Frontenac hotel, PlaceRoyale, and the Citadelle. In the evening, travel on your own to the VIA Rail station and hop onboard your train for an exciting journey to Halifax!

DAY 7 - HALIFAX Enjoy a relaxing day on the train. The scenery will be breath-taking as you enter the Canadian Maritimes Region. Later this afternoon, arrive into Halifax and check in at your hotel for a two-night stay.

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DAY 8 - HALIFAX Discover the rugged, coastal beauty of Peggy's Cove today on a guided sightseeing tour. Learn why this beautiful area has been a favourite destination for artists and explorers for over 150 years.

DAY 9 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN HALIFAX

Niagara Falls

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ALASKA AND CANADIAN ROCKIES RAIL AND SAIL ONBOARD THE NORWEGIAN JEWEL® Anchorage ➡ Seward ➡ Hubbard Glacier ➡ Icy Strait Point ➡ Juneau ➡ Sawyer Glacier ➡ Skagway ➡ Ketchikan ➡ Inside Passage ➡ Vancouver ➡ Jasper ➡ Banff ➡ Calgary surrounding natural resources and the fascinating regional culture. Watch humpback whales and brown bears in their natural habitat, and enjoy expressive Tingit dancing and art. Sample fresh Dungeness crab straight from the local waters.

ALASKA

ANCHORAGE HUBBARD SEWARD GLACIER Your journey begins with a transfer from Anchorage to Seward where you board your cruise

1 SKAGWAY

2 nights at sea

ICY STRAIT Gulf of POINT

1 JUNEAU/

BRITISH COLUMBIA

DAY 4 - JUNEAU ALBERTA

SAWYER GLACIER

Transfer between Jasper-Banff-Calgary

1 KETCHIKAN

Alaska

JASPER

1 night at sea

2 2

INSIDE PASSAGE North Pacific Ocean KEY

1 1

VANCOUVER 1 Disembark your cruise in Vancouver

Spend 1 night on VIA Rail

BANFF CALGARY Your journey ends in Calgary

Nights stay Days at port

DAY 1 - ANCHORAGE TO SEWARD Transfer from the Anchorage airport to the cruise port in Seward, Alaska to embark on the Norwegian Jewel®.

DAY 2 - CRUISE HUBBARD GLACIER Get up close and personal with the gigantic Hubbard Glacier, North America's largest tidewater glacier. It's 2,172km of blue ice and one of the most active in Alaska!

DAY 3 - ICY STRAIT POINT Skagway

Your experience at Icy Strait Point today includes the best of the

Today you will dock in Juneau, Alaska. Juneau has been called “Alaska's peak experience,” certainly due in part to its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Icefields and Glacier Bay National Park. Kayak up one of the area's many protected waterways, go flightseeing, tour historic downtown, or try your hand at panning for gold.

DAY 5 - SKAGWAY Today, you'll sail into beautiful Skagway. In a single year from 1896 to 1897, this remote town along the Inside Passage grew from a few tents to a city of 20,000 gold seekers. Today, travellers come in search of other riches - to experience yesteryear along Skagway's charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days.

DAY 6 - KETCHIKAN Spend the day in Ketchikan. Its Tingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means “spread wings of the eagle.” Chances are you'll see one of these magnificent birds perched atop a Sitka tree. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world's most lush wilderness.

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Norwegian Jewel®

14 DAYS FROM $4,049 per person

HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 7 nights onboard the Norwegian Jewel® • 5 nights hotel stay • 1 night onboard VIA Rail® • One-way VIA Rail® in Economy class • Transfer from Anchorage airport to Seward cruise port • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Vancouver • Admission to the Vancouver Lookout Tower • Sightseeing tour of the Icefields Parkway from Jasper to Banff • Maligne Lake Cruise • Sightseeing tour of Banff including admission to the Banff Gondola • Transfer from Banff hotel to Calgary airport See page 40-41 for options to upgrade your experience with VIA Rail.

DATES AND PRICES: May 2020 June 2020 July 2020 August 2020

DAY 7 - CRUISE INSIDE PASSAGE

DAY 11 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK

Today, sail through the islands of the Inside Passage and get ready for amazing views and wildlife like nowhere else!

Explore Jasper National Park, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies today. On this tour, stand above the massive walls of Maligne Canyon for stunning views of rushing waterfalls, discover the mystery of the disappearing water at Medicine Lake and stroll the shores of Maligne Lake.

DAY 8 - VANCOUVER This morning, arrive in Vancouver! Today, enjoy a full day of sightseeing with your hop-on, hop-off city tour. Visit popular attractions including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown and more! Head up to the top of the Vancouver Lookout for unbeatable views of the city, Coal Harbour, and surrounding mountains.

DAY 9 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD VIA RAIL This afternoon, make your way to the VIA Rail station for your scenic overnight journey to Jasper. While onboard, make your way to the dome car and enjoy the lovely views out your window.

DAY 12 - JASPER TO BANFF Today, enjoy a sightseeing adventure along the Icefields Parkways through the Canadian Rockies as you head south to Banff. Stop at the Columbia Icefield and board an Ice Explorer to go onto Athabasca Glacier. You’ll also visit the Glacier Skywalk, with a glass-floored observation platform jetting out over the Sunwapta Valley, you’ll have some amazing views of the valley, glaciers, lakes and mountains!

$4,049 $4,649 $4,799 $4,549

DAY 13 - BANFF Enjoy some of the best sights of the Canadian Rockies on your guided tour. Learn about culture, geology and wildlife while exploring the spectacular sights of the renowned mountain town of Banff. Then soar up the Banff Gondola to the peak of Sulphur Mountain for a 360-degree view of six mountain ranges and the Bow Valley.

DAY 14 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN CALGARY Today, a transfer will take you from your hotel in Banff to Calgary airport for your trip home.

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Jewel® - Inside Cabin Vancouver - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver Jasper - Chateau Jasper Banff - Buffalo Mountain Lodge

DAY 10 - JASPER Wake up on the train to sunrise in the Rockies! Enjoy more spectacular views as you wind your way to Jasper. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Alaska

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Ask about upgrading from Economy to Business Class between Quebec and Ontario

SLEEPER PLUS UPGRADES ON THE CANADIAN STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT Upgrade to Sleeper Plus to experience all The Canadian has to offer including a range of comfortable accommodations, showers, freshly prepared meals, access to multiple domed lounge cars and a range of onboard activities including wine tastings and interactive talks on local history, geography and culture.

BERTHS Are open by day - two couch-style seats facing each other. By night, berths convert to curtained, private compartments with two stacked beds. Use of public washroom.

CABIN FOR ONE Private room featuring a small couch-style seat that converts into a bed, with a concealed toilet and vanity.

CABIN FOR TWO Private room with two armchairs, two retractable stacked beds, a vanity and ensuite toilet.

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ACCOMMODATIONS PRESTIGE CLASS - THE VERY BEST ON THE CANADIAN Upgrading to Prestige ensures you'll have the very best of the amenities available on The Canadian. From larger rooms with private shower, personalised concierge attendants, exclusive access to dome car seating, all-inclusive beverages and enhanced meal service, Prestige class sets the bar for overnight rail travel in North America.

PRESTIGE CLASS Provides an unforgettable rail experience. • Spacious cabin - 50% larger than a cabin for two in Sleeper Plus class, with a wide viewing window that is 60% larger • Modular leather L-shaped couch by day and a Murphy bed for two by night • Private washroom with shower • Flat-screen monitor with video selection • Minibar stocked with a selection of beverages • Complimentary bar service • Electric radiant-heated cabin • Priority seating in the dining car • Dedicated Concierge attendant throughout the trip

SLEEPER PLUS CLASS - ON THE OCEAN: RENAISSANCE AND STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT Upgrade to Sleeper Plus to experience the best of The Ocean including comfortable accommodations (cabin for two or cabin for two with private shower), Atlantic inspired meals and access to the domed Park car.

(2'-9") 0,81m (6'-7") 2,01m

(2'-1") 0,63m

(4'-6") 1,37m

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS In these terms and conditions, YLG means Yankee Leisure Group Pty Ltd. Operated by Yankee Leisure Group (YLG) • 500 Cummings Center, Suite 3100 • Beverly, MA 01915-6540 Sales office located at 82 Elizabeth Street • Level 7, Suite 1 • Sydney, NSW 2000

1 RESERVATIONS (1.a) To make a reservation visit our website at www.Railbookers.com.au, see your local travel agent or call YLG at 1300 938 534. (1.b) By making a reservation with YLG, you acknowledge and agree to these terms and conditions. (1.c) These terms and conditions are subject to the laws of the Australian State or Territory in which you live.

(5.g) If you make a change, your booking may be adjusted to the then current pricing in effect at time of the change. We will advise you of any such re-pricing before you proceed with a change. (5.h) Certain bookings may not be amended after Booking Confirmation, and a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements may apply in lieu of the cancellation charges specified in sections 2.6 and 2.7. These types of bookings will be specified in this document or notified to you prior to you making a reservation and paying a deposit. 2.6 Cancellation Charges for North American Rail Gateway Programs

2 PAYMENTS 2.1 Deposits The following table sets out the deposit required depending on the number of days prior to departure that a booking is made: Days Prior to Departure:

Deposit required

120 days

Full payment due 120 days prior to departure for any Rail & Sail

90 days

(5.f) YLG charges a re-ticketing fee of $50 when it is necessary to reissue paper rail tickets. Before new tickets can be issued, the original tickets must be returned at your expense by registered post or courier service to Yankee Leisure Group, Attention: Ticketing, 82 Elizabeth Street, Level 7, Suite 1, Sydney NSW 2000.

Full payment due 90 days prior to departure for any Rocky Mountaineer

61+ days

$250 non-refundable deposit for all other packages

1 – 60 days

Full payment due at time of booking

2.2 Final Payment The balance of your payment (after any deposit) is due 60 days prior to departure on all packages, except that that balance is due 90 days prior to departure for any Rocky Mountaineer program or 120 prior to departure for any Rail & Sail program. 2.3 Payment and Confirmation (3.a) YLG accepts Visa®, MasterCard®, [Discover® Card,] American Express and bank transfers.

The following table sets out the cancellation charges that will apply depending on the number of days prior to departure that a booking is cancelled: Days Prior to Departure:

Cancellation charges

45 or more

Non-refundable deposit is retained

44 - 22 days

25% of the trip

21 - 8 days

30% of the trip

7 - 1 days

50% of the trip

Day of departure

100% of the trip

2.7 Cancellation Charges for Rail & Sail and Rocky Mountaineer The following table sets out the cancellation charges that will apply depending on the number of days prior to departure that a booking is cancelled: Days Prior to Departure:

Cancellation charges

90 or more

Non-refundable deposit is retained

89 - 60 days

35% of the trip

59 - 30 days

50% of the trip

29 or fewer days

100% of the trip

(3.b) Your booking is not confirmed, and payment is not deemed made until the deposit is received by YLG and you receive a confirmation invoice (Booking Confirmation).

3 REFUNDS

(3.c) If you pay your deposit with a credit card, YLG will automatically charge the balance due 60 or 90 days prior to departure (as specified in section 2.2 above) to the same credit card used to make your deposit payment unless you advise YLG that you wish to use a different payment method.

(1.b) No refund will be made for unused services of less than 48 consecutive hours, unused transportation where group activity tickets are involved, or for voluntary modifications made by the traveller.

(3.d) Bookings within 14 days of departure will be charged a $35 expedited mailing fee if paper documents are required. Any paper documents delivered outside of Australia will incur a minimum fee of $50, and the actual cost will be advised at the time of booking.

4 SPECIAL TERMS

2.4 Booking Changes and Cancellations To make a change or cancel your holiday, contact your travel agent or call YLG directly. 2.5 Changes (5.a) An administration fee of $25 per person (per change) will be charged by YLG for any changes made to a reservation after a deposit or full payment is received by YLG. (5.b) Any changes made to a booking (including but not limited to rail changes or name changes) may result in the loss of the confirmed rail seat or sleeping car accommodation. (5.c) YLG cannot guarantee the availability of requested changes. (5.d) Changes after travel documents and tickets are issued will be treated as cancellations (see sections 2.7 and 2.8). (5.e) If you make a change after travel documents and tickets are issued, you may need new travel documents and tickets.

(1.a) Please note that any request for refunds is subject to the terms and conditions contained herein.

(1.c) There is no refund on rail tickets once they have been issued.

Rail and Sail, special events and peak travel periods may require a surcharge and may be subject to special payment change and cancellation conditions. Railbookers cannot apply advertised promotions retroactively to existing reservations. Prices in this brochure may not be valid for group travel. In the case of human or computer error, Railbookers reserves the right to re-invoice for the correct price or service. A full refund will be made to the passengers who choose not to accept the updated reservation, provided Railbookers is informed of the desire to cancel the reservation at the time of notification.

5 PRICES (1.a) Prices listed are quoted in Australian dollars (inclusive of GST), per person, double occupancy. Our lowest prices may not be available on all days or for all sales. Single, triple, quad and child hotel rates may be available upon request. (1.b) Not all accommodation types are available on all holidays. (1.c) Hotel and room facilities vary and may be subject to additional fees. Some will require payment of local city taxes on arrival. Please

contact us for details. (1.d) We endeavour to ensure that pricing and other information in this document is accurate at the time of printing. Please note, however, that changes and errors occasionally occur. We reserve the right to increase/decrease and correct errors in advertised prices at any time before your Booking Confirmation occurs. Before you make a booking, we will give you the basic price for your chosen holiday. You should check all details before you make your booking. Upgrades or any other variations which you have requested are on a request basis with the Travel Providers and subject to availability, and prices for these will only be confirmed once the prices and availability has been confirmed by the Travel Providers. (1.e) For all holidays, once you have accepted the basic price and a Booking Confirmation has been issued, that price is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges, unless you make changes. (1.f) YLG cannot apply advertised promotions retroactively to existing reservations. Prices in this document may not be valid for group travel. (1.g) YLG “package prices” are subject to change without notice prior to Booking Confirmation.

6 TOUR PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE Tour prices do not include gratuities, baggage handling and other incidental charges. Where rental cars are available, the rental does not include state and local taxes, airport fees, loss damage waiver (LDW), fuel or surcharges on rental cars for drivers under age 25 (where applicable).

7 PRICE POLICY (1.a) All prices are based on rates known at the time of publication and expected to be in effect at the time of departure, and do not include airfare or rail from your home gateway (unless otherwise stated). Not all accommodation types are available on all holidays. (1.b) Once full payment is received, and a Booking Confirmation is issued, YLG will guarantee that your purchase price will not increase unless you make a change to your purchase. Should the price change for whatever reason after deposit is received, you will be notified and will be able to agree to the change or cancel your reservation and obtain a full refund of monies paid.

8 OTHER INFORMATION Specific requests must be made at the time of booking and will be honoured at the discretion of the relevant Travel Provider. Bedding requests are not guaranteed. At some hotels, there will be an additional charge if a crib or rollaway bed is required, payable directly to the hotel.

9 SPECIAL ASSISTANCE Individuals with mobility impairments and /or disabilities requiring special assistance, treatment or facilities must communicate any special needs to YLG when booking.

10 VISA & PASSPORTS (1.a) You are responsible for obtaining and paying for all visas and passports, for meeting all health and other requirements, and for any documents required by the laws, regulations, order and/or requirements of the countries you will visit. (1.b) Passengers must consult the appropriate consulates to determine if any visas are needed; you are responsible for obtaining all visas and entry documents independently. YLG is not responsible for providing you with specific visa and passport information or documentation, for any fees associated with obtaining these documents, and YLG cannot accept liability for any passenger refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure of the passenger to carry correct documentation. All passengers travelling internationally are required to have a passport. (1.c) Most countries require that the passport be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the conclusion of your trip. It is recommended you have a minimum of three blank pages in your passport

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS when travelling, as many countries require blank pages. Multiple-entry visas are required for some holidays. It is your responsibility to verify all visa and passport requirements. The process of obtaining a visa and/or passport can take up to three months or more. (1.d) Some government agencies in foreign countries require YLG to collect and pass on certain personal and other details related to you, including but not limited to government-issued identification and passport details. If you fail to supply the details as requested fully and accurately, your trip may be interrupted or cancelled. There are no refunds for failure to provide documentation or failure to provide documentation by the time required. (1.e) To enter and leave Australia, all Australian citizens must carry proof of citizenship such as a valid passport. Noncitizens must have a valid passport, visa or alien card that permits travel outside Australia. A “multiple entry” visa for return to Australia may be required. You are responsible for obtaining and paying for any visa, passport or documentation needed. Passengers travelling outside of Australia must provide date of birth, citizenship and passport information at the time of reservation. YLG is not responsible for any passenger that is denied entry into another country. If the remaining portion of the trip must be cancelled, the passenger is subject to the cancellation fees noted above and is responsible for all fees to return home. Contact your local consulate before travel for current and further information.

11 HOTELS (1.a) Hotels listed in the itinerary are intended to be used for all departures but cannot be guaranteed. (1.b) In the event a hotel is not available an alternate hotel of equal or higher value will be used. No refunds are provided for hotel changes, and cancellation charges in sections 2.6 and 2.7 will apply where you make a cancellation following any such change. (1.c) Hotel ratings and categories are meant to generally describe the differences among hotels, rooms and amenities. Ratings are not warranties of the properties used. (1.d) A minimum-stay rule may apply at some hotels.

12 RAIL RESERVATIONS (1.a) Although we do our best to follow the routes noted on the itinerary there might be occasions when a different routing and/or departure time is necessary due to timetable variations or seat availability. (1.b) Prices quoted are based on special fares negotiated with rail Travel Providers. Any change involving sleeper services will be quoted on an individual basis. In some instances, additional nonrefundable deposits may be required to cover rail reservation costs where rail tickets are committed to prior to collecting full and final payment from the clients. These instances will be specified in this document or notified to you prior to you making a reservation and paying a deposit (for example, this may be included with your initial invoice).

13 NAMES (1.a) All names, titles and initials of those travelling must be given at the time of booking and correspond to the name used in the passport of the individual travelling. (1.b) If you provide us with incorrect passenger names, name changes may not be permitted, and you will either have to purchase a new ticket (subject to availability) or (where a name change is possible) pay an additional administration charge of $35 per change.

14 TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Travel documents will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure, provided YLG has received full payment.

15 RESPONSIBILITIES AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITIES OF YLG (1.a) YLG is responsible for selecting the Travel Providers for the travel arrangements described in

this document. (1.b) The services described in this document are furnished by Travel Providers who are independent contractors and not servants of or joint ventures, agents of or partners with YLG. (1.c) YLG is an independent contractor that arranges travel-related services from the Travel Providers. (1.d) YLG is not an agent of the customer, or of the Travel Providers, and does not in any manner directly provide the accommodations, transportation, meals or other travel-related services. (1.e) To the maximum extent permitted by law, YLG is not responsible for personal loss or damage caused by any act or omission, intentional, negligent or otherwise, by any Travel Provider, or any circumstances beyond YLG’s control, including but not limited to routing changes and/or changes in type of equipment operated. (1.f) All express or implied guarantees, warranties, representations, or other terms relating to these terms and conditions or its subject matter, not contained in these terms and conditions, are excluded from these terms and conditions to the maximum extent permitted by law. (1.g) Nothing in these terms and conditions excludes, restricts or modifies any right or remedy, or any guarantee, warranty or other term or condition, implied or imposed by any legislation which cannot lawfully be excluded or limited. This may include the Australian Consumer Law which contains guarantees that protect the purchasers of goods and services in certain circumstances. (1.h) If any guarantee, warranty, term or condition is implied or imposed in relation to this Agreement under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable legislation and cannot be excluded (a Non-Excludable Provision), and YLG is able to limit the customer’s remedy for a breach of the NonExcludable Provision, then the liability of YLG for breach of the Non-Excludable Provision is limited to one or more of the following at YLG’s option: (1.h.i) in the case of goods, the replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods, the repair of the goods, the payment of the cost of replacing the goods or of acquiring equivalent goods, or the payment of the cost of having the goods repaired; or (1.h.ii) in the case of services, the supplying of the services again, or the payment of the cost of having the services supplied again. (1.i) Subject to YLG’s obligations under the NonExcludable Provisions and to the maximum extent permitted by law: (1.i.i) the maximum aggregate liability of YLG for all claims under or relating to these terms and conditions or its subject matter, whether in contract, tort (including but not limited to negligence), in equity, under statute, based on fundamental breach or breach of a fundamental term or on any other basis, is limited to an amount equal to the fees paid by you to YLG. In calculating YLG’s aggregate liability under this paragraph, the parties must include any amounts paid or the value of any goods or services replaced, repaired or supplied by YLG for a breach of any Non-Excludable Provision; and (1.i.ii) YLG is not liable for, and no measure of damages will, under any circumstances, include any special, indirect, consequential, incidental or punitive damages, or damages for loss of profits, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings, whether in contract, tort (including but not limited to negligence), in equity, under statute, based on fundamental breach or breach of a fundamental term or on any other basis, whether or not such loss or damage was foreseeable and even if advised of the possibility of the loss or damage.

16 EVENTS BEYOND OUR CONTROL – FORCE MAJEURE Except where otherwise expressly stated in these terms and conditions, and to the maximum extent permitted by law, we will not be liable or pay you compensation if our contractual obligations to you are affected by any event which we or the Travel Provider(s) of the service(s) in question could not,

even with all due care, foresee or avoid (Force Majeure). These Force Majeure events include, but are not limited to war, threat of war, civil strife, terrorist activity and its consequences or the threat of such activity, riot, the act of any government or other national or local authority including but not limited to port or river authorities, industrial dispute, lock closure, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, chemical or biological disaster and adverse weather, sea, ice and river conditions and all similar events outside our or the Travel Provider(s) control. Advice from the Department or Foreign Affairs and Travel to avoid or leave a particular country may constitute Force Majeure. We will follow the advice given by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Travel.

17 RESPONSIBILITIES AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITIES OF THE NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK®) (1.a) Amtrak is responsible for only the rail transportation it provides in connection with YLG tour packages. Amtrak disclaims liability, and is not responsible, for (1) any act or omission of YLG or any other service provider; or (2) any accommodations, services, features or other transportation of the tour package. (1.b) All rail passenger transportation via Amtrak shall be provided under its terms and conditions of carriage which shall constitute the sole contract between Amtrak and the purchaser of these tours and / or passenger. (1.c) Fares, time schedules, routes, equipment, services, products, accessibility information, customs information and all other information are (1) not guaranteed, (2) provided “as is” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, (3) subject to change without notice and (4) form no part of the contract between Amtrak and a customer. A possibility exists that there may be errors or inaccuracies. Although Amtrak attempts to ensure accuracy, Amtrak makes no guarantees as to the completeness or correctness and disclaims any liabilities for any errors. (1.d) Amtrak disclaims liability for inconvenience, expense or damage resulting from errors, shortage of equipment or delayed trains, except that when such a delay causes a passenger to miss a guaranteed connection, Amtrak will provide alternate transportation on Amtrak, another carrier or overnight hotel accommodations at the discretion of Amtrak. Amtrak acts only as selling agent for thruway connecting carriers and disclaims liability for travel on other carriers. (1.e) Neither Amtrak nor any of its subsidiaries, affiliates, licensors, suppliers, advertisers or sponsors, nor our or their directors, officers, employees, contractors, consultants, agents or other representatives, are responsible or liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive or other damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business or lost profits), under any contract, negligence, strict liability or other theory arising out of or relating in any way to any product or service purchased from or through Amtrak. (1.f) Amtrak assumes no liability for fragile, valuable, perishable articles or untagged baggage. (1.g) Amtrak reserves the right to refuse to carry passengers who pose a hazard to health, safety or security or whose conduct is objectionable in Amtrak’s exclusive judgment. (1.h) Amtrak’s terms and conditions are subject to the laws of the District of Columbia, USA.

18 PRIVACY Your personal information will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy, which can be found at www.railbookers.com.au.

19 TRAVEL INSURANCE (a) We strongly suggest that you obtain travel insurance to protect your purchase. (b) When you are ready to get a quote or to make a purchase, simply contact your local travel agent or YLG at 1300 938 534.

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HOW TO BOOK Call 1300 938 534 Visit www.railbookers.com.au Call your local Travel Agent

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