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CANADA & ALASKA FLY FREE* 2020 PREVIEW + EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW PRICES* *Hurry ends May 2019 See page 7 Premium journeys at exceptional value
Why Choose Travelmarvel MORE VALUE Travelling with us means you’ll visit incredible destinations, see all the must-see sights, stay in premium accommodation and enjoy authentic meals – all without paying for the extras you don’t want or need. MORE CHOICE We know that one size doesn’t fit all, so our itineraries are designed to provide the perfect balance between exploring all the iconic sights and having plenty of time to do your own thing. MORE EXPERIENCE Backed by the award-winning APT Travel Group, we’re proud to be owned and run by the McGeary family, who have been at the forefront of the travel industry for over 90 years. MORE RELAXED Travelling with like-minded people means you’ll experience a more casual and relaxed atmosphere, in which fellow travellers quickly become new-found friends. 3
We Take Care of Everything 1 YOUR FRIENDLY TOUR ALL THE MUST-SEE SIGHTS PREMIUM ACCOMMODATION DIRECTOR & DRIVER With years of touring experience in With Travelmarvel, where you stay There’s no one better to show you the Canada and Alaska, we’ve tailored provides you with greater insight into your incredible sights of Canada & Alaska than itineraries to give you a more rewarding destination, allowing you to soak up the someone who’s been brought up in the holiday. Throughout your journey, we local ambience, as well as to relax in style. region and understands it intimately. Our include memorable moments like riding We ensure you’ll stay in well-appointed friendly Tour Directors and Drivers are an Ice Explorer on Athabasca Glacier, hotels, in central and unique locations. locals, who are on hand throughout your visiting The Butchart Gardens and joining THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER journey to assist you whenever needed. the Hornblower cruise on Niagara Falls, as Considered the ‘world’s most spectacular well as exploring lesser-known attractions. VANCOUVER-BASED OPERATIONS rail journey’, you’ll travel in complete — PEACE OF MIND INSIDER EXPERIENCES comfort and style aboard the Rocky Our dedicated management team is Insider Experiences have been carefully Mountaineer. This two-day train journey available in Vancouver for any need that designed to enrich your journey, taking takes place in daylight, so you won’t miss might arise on land or water. You can be your holiday experience from amazing any of the legendary Canadian Rockies confident that you’ll be looked after to extraordinary. Look out for the star scenery. As a SilverLeaf Service guest, throughout your holiday. throughout the itineraries. travel in air-conditioned comfort in your 4
1. Journey onto the Athabasca Glacier aboard an Ice Explorer 2. Traverse stunning scenery aboard the Rocky Mountaineer 3. Your friendly Tour Director is on hand to help 2 3 spacious reclining seat. Marvel at the On your North American exploration, see “ passing landscapes through panoramic snowcapped peaks and icy glaciers along windows and enjoy delicious hot meals, Alaska’s Inside Passage. Spot bears, watch gourmet snacks and complimentary drinks. whales and visit historic fishing ports. The The whole trip was CRUISE ON PREMIUM SHIPS majority of Inside Passage cruises include so well organised a full day at World Heritage-listed Glacier Discover Alaska’s Inside Passage on Bay National Park and Preserve. All Alaska and executed a Holland America cruise, the region’s leading cruise line. With 25% fewer guests cruises depart from Vancouver or Seattle. seamlessly. I could on board than other major cruise lines, USA RAIL JOURNEYS not fault the staff, enjoy elegant dining, all-inclusive 24-hour Thanks to our partnership with award- accommodation room service, with tipping also included. winning Great Rail Journeys, Travelmarvel or food, it was ” is proud to offer an exciting USA rail holiday. CHOOSE YOUR STATEROOM Enjoy a relaxing stay in a guaranteed Travel aboard iconic trains through stunning all excellent. scenery to some of the USA’s most famous Mrs Davies, WA Ocean-View Stateroom or, if you prefer, cities including San Francisco, New York, upgrade to a Verandah Stateroom, Chicago, Las Vegas and Niagara Falls. featuring a balcony or a Lanai Stateroom. See pages 20-21 for itinerary details. travelmarvel.com.au 5
“Travelmarvel is part of the APT Travel Group, an industry- leading group of companies, proudly owned by our family. With origins that date back to 1927, we are celebrating over 90 years of premium journeys. Following a highly successful 2019, we are looking forward to many more years of exciting adventures with you. Thank you for considering Travelmarvel for your Canada & Alaska journey. We hope to welcome you soon.” Geoff McGeary OAM Robert McGeary Company Owner Director Travel with Confidence OUR EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE We offer our guests the experience and expertise of our group of diverse companies, including Travelmarvel, APT, Captain’s Choice and Botanica World Discoveries. 98% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION We’re proud of the 98% satisfaction rating we receive from our travellers, and we’re committed to maintaining it. WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED If you pay an upfront fee of $95 per person, you can cancel your holiday prior to the due date for final payment and retain a credit for the deposit paid, less any third party cancellation fees. Held by Travelmarvel, this can be used for a new Travelmarvel booking made within three years of original cancellation. Conditions apply, see page 23. Travelmarvel proudly participates in the Travel Accreditation Scheme run by the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). 6
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE 17 Days Vancouver n Whistler n Banff Jasper n Blue River n Seattle Inside Passage n Victoria Day 1. Arrive Vancouver Day 5. Banff YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Fly into Vancouver, where you’ll be Enjoy today at leisure to explore. met and transferred to your hotel If you’re after adventure, consider ✓✓ G uaranteed Ocean-View Stateroom on board your in the heart of this cosmopolitan joining a heli-flightseeing tour for seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise city. After settling in, meet with aerial views of this breathtaking ✓✓ Nine nights premium accommodation your Tour Director and fellow region. Perhaps watch for local guests during a Welcome wildlife on an exhilarating Bow ✓✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver Reception this evening. River float trip or set off on a Banff ✓✓ 33 meals – 16 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 11 dinners (D) Stay: Vancouver, Experience tour (own expense). B The Sutton Place Hotel. ✓✓ Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner Day 6. Banff, Icefields Parkway, Day 2. Vancouver to Whistler Athabasca Glacier, Jasper ✓✓ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers This morning, discover Vancouver Journey along the Icefields on a sightseeing tour. Explore this Parkway and take in the region’s INSIDER EXPERIENCES coastal city’s best-loved attractions rugged scenery. En route, stop including the high-rise-framed at Athabasca Glacier for an Learn about Canada’s indigenous culture on a walk and waterfront and historic Gastown exhilarating Ice Explorer ride. a First Nations-inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge & Spa district. Then head for Whistler’s Two Nights: Jasper, spectacular mountain scenery. Mountain Park Lodges. B wake to stunning mountainscapes at Blue River’s A Stay: Delta Whistler Village Suites. B Mike Wiegele Heli Village Day 7. Jasper Day 3. Whistler, Enjoy the full day to relax or ruise through alpine scenery on a River Safari to Grizzly C Quaaout Lodge explore Jasper. Perhaps join a Bear Valley, keeping an eye out for bears, eagles and moose Today, travel through the vast select experience. These include landscapes of the Cariboo region a Harley Davidson sidecar tour, a from Whistler to Quaaout Lodge. rafting adventure on the Athabasca Gain an insight into the history River, or an evening wildlife of Canada’s indigenous culture experience (own expense). BD on an interpretive walk and enjoy Day 8. Jasper, Blue River a First Nations-inspired dinner. An incredible overnight escape Stay: Quaaout Lodge. BD awaits today at Mike Wiegele Heli Day 4. Quaaout Lodge, Banff Village, which offers adventure and Journey through Yoho National serenity in a picturesque setting. Park before arriving in Banff Set off on a River Safari to Grizzly National Park. Visit iconic Lake Bear Valley and look for native Louise and, weather permitting, wildlife on the riverbank. continue to nearby Moraine Lake. Stay: Blue River, Two Nights: Banff Ptarmigan Inn. B Mike Wiegele Heli Village. BD 8
Hubbard Glacier FLY FREE* See page 7 for details Highlights of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise Sitka Juneau Alaska USA Ketchikan CANADA Alberta British 7 Columbia Jasper Oosterdam Jasper Blue River 2 National Park Vancouver 1 Island Whistler Lake 1 1 Louise 1 Quaaout Coach VIA Rail Lodge 2 Banff 2 Cruise Vancouver Banff National Park Optional VIA Rail Victoria Seattle Stay (no. of nights) 1 Day 11. At Sea Day 14. Sitka Day 16. Victoria, British Columbia VIA RAIL OPTION Enjoy the day at sea as your ship Spend free time today discovering Cruise through the Inside Passage, (JASPER TO VANCOUVER) journeys through the beautiful the picturesque port of Sitka. BLD before arriving in Victoria. BLD Perhaps replace Days 8 and Inside Passage. BLD 9 touring with an enjoyable Day 15. Ketchikan Day 17. Disembark Cruise, rail journey from Jasper Day 12. Juneau In Ketchikan, perhaps join a Depart Seattle to Vancouver (see below). Today you’ll arrive in the Alaskan walking tour or learn about Tlingit Disembark in Seattle and transfer to capital of Juneau. Explore this culture (own expense). BLD the airport for your onward flight. B Day 9. Blue River, Vancouver historic gold rush town, join a dog Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy sled ride, sample baked salmon 1. Discover downtown Banff some more time to explore this or pan for gold (own expense).BLD city’s many attractions. This Day 13. Hubbard Glacier evening, join a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travellers. Reaching the Hubbard Glacier 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) today, learn about the longest Stay: Vancouver, tidewater glacier in North America, 17 Days – Vancouver to Seattle (URVWVS17) The Sutton Place hotel. BD forging its way into the Gulf of Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller EPD Price Standard Price EPD Price Standard Price Day 10. Vancouver, Seattle Alaska’s icy seaboard. Hubbard Apr. 24#. $6,995 $7,395 $9,495 $9,895 This morning after breakfast, you Glacier is known for its dramatic Apr. 30#. $7,395 $7,795 $10,045 $10,445 will transfer to Seattle to board ‘surges’ as it advances rather than retreats further into Yakutat Bay May 8. $7,595 $7,995 $10,345 $10,745 your premium cruise ship. Settle each year. Dramatic ice calving May 15. $7,895 $8,295 $10,745 $11,145 in and enjoy time at leisure before dinner this evening. and the surreal blue of the glacier’s May 22. $8,395 $8,795 $11,595 $11,995 Seven Nights: Holland America face are some of the natural June 5. $8,695 $9,095 $12,145 $12,545 Line’s Oosterdam. BD wonders you may see. BLD July 24. $8,795 $9,195 $12,245 $12,645 Aug. 21, 28. $8,395 $8,795 $11,595 $11,995 Sept. 4, 11. $8,095 $8,495 $11,145 $11,545 VIA RAIL OPTION (JASPER TO VANCOUVER) Enjoy an overnight train journey Day 9. VIA Rail, Vancouver Tour Upgrades from Jasper to Vancouver. Wake up this morning and arrive early into Vancouver. You will be Cruise Upgrade – Per Person Day 8. VIA Rail Oosterdam – Verandah Stateroom from $250 transferred to the hotel ahead After breakfast this morning, of a leisurely day in Vancouver board the VIA Rail for your before your group arrives. B Tour Notes overnight train journey, Prices based on Ocean-View Stateroom include port charges, airport transfers, which takes you through the gratuities and sundries. Departure transfer – after your cruise please ensure your breathtaking Canadian Rockies. Price Per Person Twin Share onward flight departs after 1pm. The VIA Rail is not escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Stay: VIA Rail Sleeper Plus. BD Director. #Variation to itinerary, please refer to terms and conditions on page 23. VIA Rail Sleeper Plus from $1,095 EPD — Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount. travelmarvel.com.au/URVWVS17 9
REFLECTIONS OF THE ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE 21 Days Victoria n Whistler n Blue River Jasper n Lake Louise n Banff Vancouver n Inside Passage Day 1. Arrive Victoria Enjoy an indigenous-inspired feast YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Your journey begins today upon at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural your arrival in Victoria. Be met at Centre and gain an insight into the ✓✓ G uaranteed Ocean-View Stateroom on board your the airport and then transferred to heritage of the local First Nations seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise your hotel. After you check in and people. Instead of taking the ferry, ✓✓ Two-day Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in SilverLeaf Service relax, you will meet your fellow you may like to take a floatplane guests and Tour Director at a flight across the Georgia Strait ✓✓ 13 nights premium accommodation Welcome Reception later today. to Whistler (own expense). ✓✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver Two Nights: Victoria, Two Nights: Whistler, The Parkside Hotel & Spa. Aava Whistler Hotel. BD ✓✓ 40 meals – 20 breakfasts (B), 8 lunches (L) and 12 dinners (D) Day 2. Victoria Day 4. Whistler ✓✓ Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner This morning, enjoy a short Today is yours at leisure to explore. ✓✓ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers orientation tour of Victoria before Perhaps enjoy one of the select visiting The Butchart Gardens. experiences available to you. Take INSIDER EXPERIENCES Among the most famous gardens an incredible floatplane flight, tour in the world, The Butchart Gardens Blackcomb Mountain on a Jeep are more than a hundred years old Safari, or head up to the snowline njoy an indigenous-inspired dinner at the Squamish Lil’wat E and have a distinctive style all of of Whistler Mountain by 4x4 or Cultural Centre, and gain insight into the heritage of the their own. Spend time wandering snowcat. Other options include a local First Nations through the lovely Sunken Garden gondola ride, an informative Tree wake to stunning mountainscapes at Blue River’s A and relax in the beautiful settings Trek, an adventurous Zip Trek or of the Japanese Garden and the a breathtaking helicopter flight Mike Wiegele Heli Village Italian Garden. Explore the plants (own expense). B ruise through alpine scenery on a River Safari to Grizzly C and floral displays on show. Then, Day 5. Whistler, Blue River Bear Valley, keeping an eye out for bears, eagles and moose perhaps take a whale-watching After breakfast, travel through Stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise cruise or a horse-drawn carriage the rugged Cariboo region to tour (own expense). B isit Grouse Mountain Bear Refuge for breakfast V Blue River. Enjoy an incredible and bear viewing Day 3. Victoria, Whistler overnight escape at Mike Wiegele Drive to the town of Chemainus Heli Village, which offers adventure before boarding a ferry across and serenity in a picturesque the Georgia Strait to Horseshoe setting. Relax amid the lodge’s Bay. Admire expansive views of rustic surrounds and enjoy a the Coastal Mountains as you dinner this evening as you prepare journey along the scenic Sea for tomorrow’s adventures. to Sky Highway, with a stop at Stay: Blue River, Shannon Falls en route to Whistler. Mike Wiegele Heli Village. BD 10
2 FOR 1 Glacier Bay Skagway AIRFARES* See page 7 Reflections of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise Juneau for details Alaska USA Ketchikan CANADA Alberta British 7 Columbia Jasper Volendam 2 Jasper Blue River National Park 1 Whistler Vancouver 1 Island 2 1 Lake Louise Kamloops 2 Vancouver 2 Banff Coach 2 Rocky Banff National Park Cruise Victoria Mountaineer Rocky Mountaineer Stay (no. of nights) 1 Day 6. Blue River, Jasper Day 7. Jasper Day 8. Jasper, Icefields Day 9. Lake Louise, Banff The day ahead promises alpine After breakfast today, you have Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, This morning, travel to the stunning scenery and adventure in the great the whole day to relax or explore Lake Louise mountainscapes of glacier-fed outdoors. Set off on a remarkable Jasper National Park. There is no Visit Maligne Canyon this morning Moraine Lake (weather permitting) River Safari to stunning Grizzly end to the excitement you can and walk along its deep rocky on your way to Banff. This afternoon, Bear Valley where you’re likely find in this beautiful region, so caverns. Then, travel along the arrive in Banff with time to explore to witness active native wildlife perhaps choose one of the select Icefields Parkway, considered this charming alpine town on a on the riverbank. Later, follow experiences on offer. You might the world’s most scenic highway, sightseeing tour. the famous Yellowhead Highway like to take in the sights on a and stop at the Columbia Icefield Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. B on your way to fairytale Jasper unique Harley Davidson sidecar for an exhilarating Ice Explorer Day 10. Banff National Park. En route you’ll pass tour. Alternatively, why not embark ride onto Athabasca Glacier. After, Enjoy today at leisure to discover the majestic Mt Robson, which is on a thrilling rafting adventure continue to Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel more of this beautiful alpine resort the highest peak in the Canadian along the Athabasca River or join of the Rockies’. Settle into The at your own pace. If you’re after Rockies, before continuing to the a memorable evening wildlife Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise mountain resort town of Jasper. experience (own expense). and relax in spectacular surrounds. Two Nights: Jasper, This evening, enjoy dinner Stay: The Fairmont Chateau 1. Ride aboard the Rocky Mountaineer 2. Stay at the Fairmont Chateau Mountain Park Lodges. B with your fellow travellers. BD Lake Louise. BD Lake Louise 2 travelmarvel.com.au/URBWIV21 11
1 adventure, then why not choose large panoramic windows for Day 12. Rocky Mountaineer, Day 14. Vancouver, Embark Cruise from a range of select experiences expansive views of the fabled Vancouver After breakfast this morning, available to you. Consider joining Rocky Mountains. Your journey Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer and transfer to board your premium a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial takes you through the Spiral continue your rail adventure west cruise ship. Enjoy time to relax and views of this breathtaking region, Tunnels, a historic engineering feat towards the Pacific Ocean. Along settle into your cabin before dinner watch for local wildlife on an which snakes its way through the the way, enjoy incredible front-row on board this evening. exhilarating Bow River float trip region. Then continue on through views of the region’s natural Seven Nights: Holland America or perhaps set off on a Banff impressive Kicking Horse Canyon beauty. Taking in some of its many Line’s Volendam. BD Experience tour (own expense). B before arriving in the city of highlights, which include Fraser Day 15. Inside Passage Kamloops late in the afternoon. Canyon, the Coast Mountains and Day 11. Rocky Mountaineer, Enjoy a full day at sea at the There is time to settle into your Fraser Valley. Late this afternoon, Kamloops beginning of your phenomenal comfortable hotel, explore, arrive in Vancouver where you will This morning, board the world- journey. Relax and absorb the relax and dine this evening. spend the next two nights. Settle famous Rocky Mountaineer train majestic scenery as your ship Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned into your centrally located hotel and settle into your carriage with cruises past dramatic rocky by Rocky Mountaineer. BL and enjoy free time to explore. headlands and glides over the Tonight, you might like to try frigid waters of the Inside Passage. a local restaurant for dinner. You also have plenty of time to Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott explore the facilities of your cruise Pinnacle Downtown Hotel. BL ship and perhaps relax in one Day 13. Vancouver of the onboard public areas. BLD Watch for bears and enjoy Day 16. Juneau a delicious breakfast at Grouse Today your journey brings you to Mountain. During your bear Alaska’s capital, Juneau. There is experience you will receive early time to explore the region’s glacial access to Grouse Mountain, with terrain and gold rush history or opportunities to see the resident perhaps choose to make your way bears exploring their habitat before to the town and explore the rustic you sit down to breakfast. Later shops located here. You may also today, fall in love with the beautiful like to experience an exhilarating city of Vancouver and get to know dog sled ride over a glacier or try some of its most vibrant areas and one of the other activities available best-loved attractions, such as to you. These include sampling Gastown and Granville Island, delicious salmon baked over a fire on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, or even trying your hand at panning enjoy a special Farewell Dinner for gold in this former gold rush with your fellow guests. BD 4 town (own expense). BLD 12
2 FOR 1 AIRFARES* See page 7 Reflections of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise for details 2 3 Day 17. Skagway and rich Alaskan Native cultures. This morning, you’ll dock at the Here, you will have free time to port of Skagway, which is located relax and explore the town at 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) at the northernmost point of the your leisure. Alternatively, perhaps Inside Passage. Skagway was once choose to join a walking tour of 21 Days – Victoria to Vancouver (URBWIV21) a frontier town and gateway to the town or learn about the history Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller EPD Price Standard Price EPD Price Standard Price the Klondike and still celebrates its of Tlingit culture at Saxman Native Apr. 16 . # $8,795 $9,195 $11,595 $11,995 gold rush past to this day. You will Village (own expense), where you’ll Apr. 23#. $9,395 $9,795 $12,345 $12,745 find a variety of stores and saloons be fascinated by the collection Apr. 30#. $9,595 $9,995 $12,645 $13,045 in town that capture the excitement of Native American totem poles and history of the gold rush days. found on display. BLD May 7. $9,795 $10,195 $12,845 $13,245 Here, you will also have the May 14. $10,095 $10,495 $13,195 $13,595 Day 20. Inside Passage May 21. $10,395 $10,795 $13,795 $14,195 opportunity to learn more about Today marks your final day aboard May 28. gold prospecting or to view some $10,795 $11,195 $14,495 $14,895 your premium Holland America of the fascinating local wildlife June 4. $11,095 $11,495 $14,795 $15,195 Line cruise ship. You’ll spend the on a tour (own expense). BLD June 11, 18. $11,195 $11,595 $14,995 $15,395 day cruising south through the June 25. $11,195 $11,595 $14,995 $15,395 Day 18. Glacier Bay Inside Passage and its magnificent Wake up to the breathtaking sight landscapes and towering glaciers. July 16. $11,195 $11,595 $14,995 $15,395 of Glacier Bay National Park this There is time to relax on board July 30. $11,095 $11,495 $14,795 $15,195 morning, with its formidable rivers and enjoy the premium facilities Aug. 13. $10,995 $11,395 $14,695 $15,095 of ice, wild coastline and sheltered of your ship while you take in the Aug. 20. $10,695 $11,095 $14,395 $14,795 fjords. As you cruise through the incredible views. This evening, Aug. 27. $10,595 $10,995 $14,245 $14,645 national park, it is easy to see savour a final dinner on board.BLD Sept. 3, 10. $10,595 $10,995 $14,245 $14,645 why the area has received World Day 21. Disembark Cruise, Heritage status. Today, you’ll gain Tour Upgrades Depart Vancouver a more detailed insight into the After breakfast aboard your cruise Rocky Mountaineer – Per Person unique nature of this national park ship this morning, disembark in GoldLeaf from $795 as local rangers join you on board Vancouver for your airport transfer Cruise Upgrade – Per Person to explain the geological wonders and onward flight. B Volendam – Lanai Stateroom from $450 and diverse wildlife found in this remarkable region. BLD Volendam – Vista Suite from $1,250 Day 19. Ketchikan Tour Notes Arrive today in the Alaskan town Prices based on Ocean-View Stateroom include port charges, gratuities and sundries. of Ketchikan, regarded as the 1. Explore Jasper National Park Departure transfer – after your cruise please ensure your onward flight departs after salmon capital of the world and 2. Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage 1pm. #Variation to itinerary, please refer to terms and conditions on page 23. renowned for its idyllic scenery 3. Watch for grizzly bears in the wild EPD – Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount. 4. Tour The Butchart Gardens travelmarvel.com.au/URBWIV21 13
PASSAGE THROUGH THE ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE 19 Days Calgary n Banff n Lake Louise n Jasper Blue River n Vancouver n Whistler Victoria n Inside Passage Day 4. Banff, Lake Louise Day 7. Blue River, Vancouver YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Today, travel to view the azure Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy waters of glacier-fed Moraine Lake time at leisure to explore this ✓✓ G uaranteed Ocean-View Stateroom on board your (weather permitting). Later, you’ll beautiful cosmopolitan city. seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise continue on your way to the ‘Jewel Two Nights: Vancouver, ✓✓ 11 nights premium accommodation of the Rockies’, iconic Lake Louise. Coast Coal Harbour Hotel. B Stay: Lake Louise Inn. BD ✓✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver Day 8. Vancouver Day 5. Lake Louise, Enjoy a tour of Vancouver today. ✓✓ 35 meals – 18 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 11 dinners (D) Icefields Parkway, Perhaps take a Grouse Mountain ✓✓ Experience a Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner Athabasca Glacier, Jasper gondola ride (own expense). B Journey along the Icefields ✓✓ Tipping for all cruise staff, port charges and airport transfers Day 9. Vancouver, Whistler Parkway this morning and stop Travel to Whistler where you at Athabasca Glacier for a thrilling INSIDER EXPERIENCES may opt to try a select experience Ice Explorer ride. Afterwards, (own expense). Perhaps take a continue to Jasper. floatplane flight, tour Blackcomb Visit Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Stay: Jasper, Mountain on a Jeep Safari or head Mountain Park Lodges. B ruise through alpine scenery on a River Safari to Grizzly C up to the snowline of Whistler Bear Valley, keeping an eye out for bears, eagles and moose Day 6. Jasper, Blue River Mountain by 4x4 or snow cat. Journey to Blue River and set off Stay: Whistler, Stay overnight at Blue River’s Mike Wiegele Heli Village on an extraordinary River Safari Summit Lodge & Spa. B Enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at The Butchart Gardens to stunning Grizzly Bear Valley. Day 10. Whistler, Victoria Continue on your way to stay Take a ferry across the Georgia at Mike Wiegele Heli Village Strait to Victoria, or take a for an evening of serenity in floatplane flight from Whistler a picturesque setting. Day 1. Arrive Calgary Banff’s many sights and its to Victoria (own expense). Stay: Blue River, Fly into Calgary where you’ll be stunning natural surrounds. Two Nights: Victoria, Mike Wiegele Heli Village. BD met and transferred to your hotel. Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. BD The Parkside Hotel & Spa. B Later, enjoy a Welcome Reception. Day 3. Banff Day 11. Victoria Stay: Calgary, ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Perhaps enjoy a select experience Enjoy a day at leisure. Perhaps Marriott Downtown Hotel. OPTION (JASPER today as a way to take in Banff’s choose a select experience (own TO VANCOUVER) Day 2. Calgary, Banff incredible scenery. You might like expense). Join a whale-watching Perhaps replace Days 6 and After breakfast, journey to Banff to take a Banff Experience Tour, cruise or a horse-drawn carriage 7 touring with a memorable National Park. On the way, enjoy join a Bow River float trip or tour, before a Farewell Dinner rail journey to Vancouver a visit to Yamnuska Wolfdog embark on a heli-flightseeing at The Butchart Gardens. BD aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Sanctuary. Upon arrival, tour tour (own expense). B 14
Skagway 2 FOR 1 Glacier Bay AIRFARES* Passage Through the Rockies & Alaska Cruise Juneau See page 7 for details Alaska USA Ketchikan CANADA Alberta British Columbia 7 Jasper Volendam 1 Blue River Jasper National Park 1 Vancouver Whistler Island 1 1 Lake Louise 1 Coach 2 Kamloops 2 Banff Banff Cruise Victoria 2 Vancouver Rocky National Park 1 Optional Rocky Mountaineer Calgary Mountaineer Stay (no. of nights) 1 Day 12. Victoria, Vancouver, Day 16. Glacier Bay Embark Cruise Wake up to World Heritage-listed Travel to Vancouver and board Glacier Bay National Park. Where 1. Enjoy a full day exploring Glacier Bay your Inside Passage cruise. local rangers join you on board to Seven Nights: Holland America talk about the geology and wildlife Line’s Volendam. BD of the park. BLD 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) Day 13. Inside Passage Day 17. Ketchikan Cruise the breathtaking waters Arrive in Ketchikan, which is known 19 Days – Calgary to Vancouver (URJWCV19) of the Inside Passage. BLD as the salmon capital of the world. Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller EPD Price Standard Price EPD Price Standard Price Perhaps join a walking tour or learn Day 14. Juneau Apr. 18#. $6,995 $7,395 $9,745 $10,145 about Tlingit culture at Saxman Choose to explore the Alaskan Apr. 25#. $7,095 $7,495 $9,845 $10,245 Native Village (own expense).BLD capital of Juneau, enjoy a dog sled May 2#. $7,345 $7,745 $10,195 $10,595 ride, sample baked salmon or pan Day 18. Inside Passage May 9. $7,745 $8,145 $10,595 $10,995 for gold (own expense). BLD Spend time cruising south through May 23. $8,045 $8,445 $11,145 $11,545 the majestic landscapes of the Day 15. Skagway May 30. $8,245 $8,645 $11,495 $11,895 Inside Passage. This evening, Today, you will dock at the former June 6. $8,345 $8,745 $11,695 $12,095 enjoy a final dinner on board. BLD frontier town of Skagway. Where June 13. $8,545 $8,945 $11,895 $12,295 you’ll also have the opportunity to Day 19. Disembark Cruise, June 20. $8,545 $8,945 $11,895 $12,295 learn more about gold prospecting Depart Vancouver July 25. $8,545 $8,945 $11,895 $12,295 or view some of the fascinating After breakfast, transfer to the Aug. 8. $8,345 $8,745 $11,695 $12,095 local wildlife (own expense). BLD airport for your onward flight. B Aug. 22. $8,045 $8,445 $11,145 $11,545 Aug. 29. $7,845 $8,245 $10,945 $11,345 Sept. 12. $7,845 $8,245 $10,945 $11,345 ROCKY MOUNTAINEER OPTION (JASPER TO VANCOUVER) Tour Upgrades Enjoy superb views during this Day 7. Rocky Mountaineer, Cruise Upgrade – Per Person two-day journey, as well as Vancouver Volendam – Lanai Stateroom from $450 delicious meals. Reboard the Rocky Mountaineer Volendam – Vista Suite from $1,250 this morning and continue Day 6. Rocky Mountaineer, towards Vancouver where Kamloops. Tour Notes you will rejoin your tour. BL Board the Rocky Mountaineer Prices based on Ocean-View Stateroom include port charges, airport transfers, gratuities and pass Mt Robson and Pyramid and sundries. Departure transfer – after your cruise please ensure your onward flight Falls this afternoon. Price Per Person Twin Share departs after 1pm. The Rocky Mountaineer is not escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned SilverLeaf from $1,795 Director. #Variation to itinerary, please refer to terms and conditions on page 23. GoldLeaf from $2,590 EPD – Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount. by Rocky Mountaineer. BL travelmarvel.com.au/URJWCV19 15
ROCKIES & ALASKAN ADVENTURE 23 Days Victoria n Whistler n Blue River Jasper n Emerald Lake n Banff Vancouver n Inside Passage Denali National Park n Fairbanks Day 3. Victoria, Whistler Day 7. Emerald Lake, YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Drive to Chemainus before Lake Louise, Banff boarding a ferry across the Travel to iconic Lake Louise, known ✓✓ G uaranteed Ocean-View Stateroom on board your Georgia Strait to Horseshoe Bay. as the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’. Then seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise Travel along the scenic Sea to Sky continue to glacier-fed Moraine ✓✓ Two-day Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in SilverLeaf Service Highway with a stop at Shannon Lake (weather permitting). Later, Falls on your way to Whistler. arrive in Banff with time to explore ✓✓ 16 nights premium accommodation Alternatively, perhaps take a this charming alpine town on a ✓✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver floatplane flight across the Georgia sightseeing tour. This evening, Strait to Whistler (own expense). enjoy a wagon ride along Bow ✓✓ 44 meals – 22 breakfasts (B), 9 lunches (L) and 13 dinners (D) Stay: Aava Whistler Hotel. B River and a BBQ dinner. ✓✓ Enjoy a Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. BD Day 4. Whistler, Blue River ✓✓ Tipping for all cruise staff, port charges and airport transfers Travel to Blue River and enjoy an Day 8. Banff overnight escape at the beautiful Today, explore more of Banff or INSIDER EXPERIENCES Mike Wiegele Heli Village. choose from a range of select Stay: Blue River, experiences (own expense). B Mike Wiegele Heli Village. BD wake to stunning mountainscapes at Blue River’s A Day 9. Rocky Mountaineer, Mike Wiegele Heli Village Day 5. Blue River, Jasper Kamloops Set off on a River Safari to Board the Rocky Mountaineer train ruise through alpine scenery on a River Safari to Grizzly C stunning Grizzly Bear Valley. this morning and travel through the Bear Valley, keeping an eye out for bears, eagles and moose Later, follow Yellowhead Highway breathtaking Rockies to Kamloops. Stay amid the breathtaking surrounds of Emerald Lake Lodge and pass Mt Robson on your way Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned to Jasper National Park. by Rocky Mountaineer. BL Enjoy a wagon ride and BBQ on the banks of the Bow River Stay: Jasper, Day 10. Rocky Mountaineer, Mountain Park Lodges. B Vancouver Day 1. Arrive Victoria Day 2. Victoria Day 6. Jasper, Icefields Parkway, Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer Welcome to Victoria where you’ll Enjoy a short orientation tour Athabasca Glacier, and continue your rail adventure. be met at the airport and then of Victoria before visiting The Emerald Lake Later, arrive in Vancouver. transferred to your hotel. After time Butchart Gardens. Among the Visit Maligne Canyon. Then Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott to check in and relax, meet your most famous gardens in the world, travel along the Icefields Parkway, Pinnacle Downtown Hotel. BL fellow guests and Tour Director at The Butchart Gardens are more stopping at the Columbia Icefield Day 11. Vancouver a Welcome Reception later today. than a hundred years old and have for an Ice Explorer ride onto This morning, discover Vancouver Two Nights: Victoria, a distinctive style all of their own. Athabasca Glacier. Later, arrive on a city sightseeing tour. Then Double Tree by Hilton Hotel & Explore the beautiful plants and at the picturesque Emerald Lake enjoy a day at leisure before a Suites or Marriott Inner Harbour. floral displays on show. B Lodge for an idyllic overnight stay. special Farewell Dinner tonight. BD Stay: Emerald Lake Lodge. BD 16
USA 2 FOR 1 Denali AIRFARES* 1 Fairbanks See page 7 National Park 2 for details Anchorage 1 Alaska Rockies & Alaskan Adventure Seward Wrangell-St Elias National Park Skagway Glacier Bay Juneau CANADA 7 Ketchikan Noordam or Westerdam Alberta British Columbia Blue Jasper River Jasper Whistler 1 National Park Vancouver 1Emerald Lake Island 1 Coach 1 1 Lake Louise Cruise 2 Kamloops 2 BanffBanff Victoria 2 Rail Vancouver National Park Stay (no. of nights) Rocky Mountaineer 1 Day 12. Vancouver, Embark Cruise Day 17. Glacier Bay Day 22. Denali, Fairbanks Day 23. Depart Fairbanks After breakfast this morning, Wake up to the incredible sight Cruise the Chena River aboard a Transfer to the airport for your transfer to your premium cruise of Glacier Bay National Park today. sternwheeler in Fairbanks today. onward flight home. B ship. Enjoy time to settle into your Local rangers join you on board to Stay: Westmark Fairbanks Hotel. BLD cabin, familiarise yourself with life explain the region’s geological 1. Journey into Denali National Park on board and enjoy dinner tonight. wonders and wildlife. BLD Seven Nights: Holland America Day 18. Day at Sea Line’s Noordam or Westerdam. BD Day 13. Inside Passage Today you’ll cruise north through the open waters of the Gulf 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) Enjoy a full day at sea today. of Alaska. BLD 23 Days – Victoria to Fairbanks (URABWI23) Relax and take in the majestic Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Day 19. Disembark Cruise, scenery as your ship cruises EPD Price Standard Price EPD Price Standard Price Seward, Anchorage through the Inside Passage. BLD Apr. 29 .# $10,995 $11,395 $15,145 $15,545 Disembark in Seward before May 6. $11,495 $11,895 $15,695 $16,095 Day 14. Ketchikan travelling to Anchorage via the May 13. $11,795 $12,195 $15,995 $16,395 Arrive in Ketchikan today. Here, Alaska Wildlife Conservation you’ll have free time to relax and Centre. Here you’ll learn about May 20. $12,195 $12,595 $16,745 $17,145 explore. Alternatively, join a walking Alaska’s remarkable wildlife May 27. $12,595 $12,995 $17,595 $17,995 tour of the town or learn about from grizzly bears to bald eagles. June 3. $12,795 $13,195 $17,945 $18,345 fascinating Tlingit culture at Saxman Then continue to Anchorage June 10. $12,895 $13,295 $18,095 $18,495 Native Village (own expense). BLD for an overnight stay. June 17. $12,995 $13,395 $18,345 $18,745 Stay: Anchorage Hotel. B July 1, 15, 22, 29. $12,995 $13,395 $18,345 $18,745 Day 15. Juneau Aug. 5. $12,795 $13,195 $17,945 $18,345 Today you’ll arrive in Juneau. Here, Day 20. Anchorage, Denali you may like to experience a dog Travel by train today on the Aug. 12. $12,595 $12,995 $17,595 $17,995 sled ride on a glacier, sample McKinley Explorer to Denali. Aug. 19. $12,395 $12,795 $17,295 $17,695 delicious salmon baked over a fire Two Nights: Denali, or even try your hand at panning McKinley Chalet Resort. BD Tour Upgrades for gold (own expense). BLD Rocky Mountaineer – Per Person Day 21. Denali National Park Day 16. Skagway Journey into the heart of Denali GoldLeaf from $795 This morning, you’ll dock at the National Park on a day tour. Watch Cruise Upgrade – Per Person port of Skagway. Here you’ll have for wildlife such as moose, caribou, Verandah Stateroom from $400 the opportunity to learn more grizzly bears and wolves. Learn about gold prospecting or view about the work of wildlife biologists Tour Notes some of the fascinating local and see why conservation is so Prices based on Ocean-View Staterooms and include port charges, gratuities and wildlife (own expense). BLD paramount to this part of Alaska. B sundries. #Variation to itinerary, please refer to terms and conditions on page 23. EPD – Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount. travelmarvel.com.au/URABWI23 17
HIGHLIGHTS OF EASTERN & WESTERN CANADA WITH ALASKA CRUISE 28 Days Toronto n Niagara Falls n Ottawa Québec City n Montréal n Calgary Banff n Lake Louise n Jasper n Vancouver Whistler n Victoria n Inside Passage Day 3. Kingston, Day 8. Québec City, Montréal YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 1000 Islands, Ottawa Travel to Montréal today. Stop at Kingston for a picturesque Two Nights: Montréal, ✓✓ Guaranteed Ocean-View Stateroom on board your 1000 Islands cruise on your way Marriott Chateau Champlain. B seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise to the city of Ottawa. Day 9. Montréal ✓✓ N ine nights in Eastern Canada and 11 nights in Western Two Nights: Ottawa, Explore the sights of Montréal, Lord Elgin Hotel. BD Canada staying in premium accommodation then dine at a local restaurant. BD ✓✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver Day 4. Ottawa Day 10. Montréal, Calgary Enjoy a guided tour of Ottawa, ✓✓ 48 meals – 27 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L) and 14 dinners (D) Fly from Montréal to Calgary (flight then the rest of the day is at your not included). Enjoy a Welcome ✓✓ A Welcome Breakfast and a special Farewell Dinner leisure. Perhaps tour the Canadian Reception tonight. Museum of History or take a two- ✓✓ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers Stay: Calgary, hour bicycle tour through the heart Marriott Downtown Hotel. B of Canada’s beautiful capital city INSIDER EXPERIENCES (own expense). B Day 11. Calgary, Banff En route to Banff, visit Yamnuska Day 5. Ottawa, Relax at Station Touristique Duchesnay by Lac-Saint-Joseph Wolfdog Sanctuary. Tour Banff Lac-Saint-Joseph and its stunning surrounds. Embark on a Black Bear Tour in the Lac-Saint-Joseph region Travel to Lac-Saint-Joseph. Relax Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. BD at Station Touristique Duchesnay, Savour a Québécois lunch at a local Sugar Shack before joining a Black Bear Tour Day 12. Banff Visit Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary (available June to September). Enjoy today at leisure. Perhaps Stay: Lac-Saint-Joseph, Station take a Bow River float trip, or a heli- Experience a River Safari to Grizzly Bear Valley Touristique Duchesnay. BD flightseeing tour (own expense). B Absorb the views at Blue River’s Mike Wiegele Heli Village Day 6. Lac-Saint-Joseph, Day 13. Banff, Lake Louise Enjoy a Farewell Dinner at The Butchart Gardens Québec City Visit Moraine Lake (weather Travel to Québec City, enjoy lunch permitting) en route to iconic at a Sugar Shack then take a tour Lake Louise. of this cosmopolitan city. Stay: Lake Louise Inn. BD Two Nights: Québec City, Day 1. Arrive Toronto Day 2. Niagara Falls Day 14. Banff, Icefields Parkway, Hotel Manoir Victoria. BL Your journey begins today as you Today, board an exciting cruise Athabasca Glacier, Jasper arrive in Toronto. Here you’ll be which takes you up close to Day 7. Québec City Journey on the Icefields Parkway met at the airport and transferred Niagara Falls. Or, perhaps gain Enjoy a day at leisure or perhaps and ride an Ice Explorer onto to your hotel. another perspective of this natural take a horse-drawn carriage tour, Athabasca Glacier. Two Nights: Toronto, wonder with a helicopter ride over cruise the St Lawrence River or Stay: Jasper, Marriott Eaton Centre. the falls (own expense). B tour Québec City (own expense). B Mountain Park Lodges. B 18
2 FOR 1 Highlights of Eastern & Western Canada with Alaska Cruise AIRFARES* USA See page 7 for details Alaska Glacier Bay Skagway Juneau 7 CANADA Volendam Ketchikan Jasper Blue 1 Lac-Saint-Joseph River 1 1 Whistler 1 Lake Louise Québec 1 Banff Ottawa 2 2 City 2 1 2 Victoria 2 1 Calgary Kingston 2 Kamloops Vancouver Toronto 2 Montréal Rocky Niagara Falls Mountaineer Coach Cruise USA Optional Rocky Mountaineer Flight (not included in tour price) Stay (no. of nights) 1 Day 15. Jasper, Blue River Day 21. Victoria, Vancouver, Days 22-27. Inside Day 28. Disembark Cruise, Travel to Blue River for a wildlife Embark Cruise Passage Cruise Depart Vancouver River Safari. After, stay at Mike Board your Inside Passage Cruise Relax and unwind as you cruise After breakfast, transfer to the Wiegele Heli Village overnight. in Vancouver. Settle into your cabin through the majestic landscapes airport for your onward flight.B Stay: Blue River, and enjoy dinner this evening. of the Inside Passage. See page 15 Mike Wiegele Heli Village. BD Seven Nights: Holland America for full cruise itinerary details. BLD Line’s Volendam. BD Day 16. Blue River, Vancouver Today, journey through the rugged landscapes of the Cariboo region, 1. Delve into Québec City’s history on your way to Vancouver. ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Two Nights: Vancouver, OPTION (JASPER TO Coast Coal Harbour Hotel. Day 17. Vancouver B VANCOUVER) 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) Perhaps replace Days 15 and Embark on a sightseeing tour of 16 with a two-day rail journey 28 Days – Toronto to Vancouver (UREJWC28) cosmopolitan Vancouver today, aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller taking in the city’s many highlights EPD Price Standard Price EPD Price Standard Price before enjoying an afternoon Day 15. Rocky Apr. 30. $11,395 $11,795 $15,545 $15,945 and evening at your leisure. B Mountaineer, Kamloops May 14. $11,795 $12,195 $16,195 $16,595 Board the Rocky Mountaineer May 21. $12,095 $12,495 $16,645 $17,045 Day 18. Vancouver, Whistler in Jasper. Arrive in Kamloops June 4, 11. $12,295 $12,695 $16,945 $17,345 Head along the Sea to Sky later this afternoon. July 16. $12,295 $12,695 $16,945 $17,345 Highway to Whistler where Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned you will stay overnight. Aug. 20. $11,995 $12,395 $16,395 $16,795 by Rocky Mountaineer. BL Stay: Whistler, Sept. 3. $11,995 $12,395 $16,395 $16,795 Summit Lodge & Spa. B Day 16. Rocky Mountaineer, Vancouver Tour Upgrades Day 19. Whistler, Victoria Reboard the Rocky Cruise Upgrade – Per Person Catch a ferry across the Georgia Mountaineer and travel to Strait to Victoria, or take a floatplane Volendam – Lanai Stateroom from $450 Vancouver, where you will Volendam – Vista Suite to Victoria (own expense). from $1,250 rejoin your tour for a discovery Two Nights: Victoria, of this cosmopolitan and The Parkside Hotel & Spa. B Tour Notes exciting city, which has Prices based on Ocean-View Staterooms include port charges, airport transfers, Day 20. Victoria much to offer. BL gratuities and sundries. Departure transfer – after your cruise, ensure your onward Visit The Butchart Gardens today. flight departs after 1pm. Flight from Montréal to Calgary not included. Day 10 is not Price Per Person Twin Share escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Director. The Rocky Mountaineer upgrade is not Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner SilverLeaf from $1,795 escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Director. See page 23 for terms and conditions. in the Butchart family home.BD GoldLeaf from $2,590 EPD – Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount. travelmarvel.com.au/UREJWC28 19
TRANS- AMERICAN RAIL JOURNEY 18 Days San Francisco n Yosemite National Park Las Vegas n Flagstaff n Grand Canyon Durango n Grand Junction n Denver Chicago n Niagara Falls n New York Day 3. San Francisco, Day 6. Las Vegas, YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Yosemite National Park Hoover Dam, Flagstaff Journey by train on the San Head across Nevada to Arizona, ✓✓ 15 nights in premium accommodation Joaquin route through California’s via the towering Hoover Dam. ✓✓ Two overnight train journeys in a two-berth roomette Central Valley, which is bordered Entering Arizona you’ll drive on by coastal mountain ranges and the legendary Route 66. Arrive ✓✓ Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort Yosemite National Park. At Merced in Flagstaff for a two-night stay and expert local guides you’ll board a coach to Yosemite amid 500 picturesque acres ✓✓ All tipping and airport transfers National Park itself, where you’ll of ponderosa pine forest. enjoy a tour of the Valley Floor, Two Nights: Flagstaff, taking in views of Half Dome, Little America Hotel. INSIDER EXPERIENCES the 3,000 ft El Capitan and the Day 7. Grand Canyon spectacular Bridalveil Falls. A guided city tour of San Francisco, visiting Alcatraz Island Travel in vintage carriages hauled Afterwards, head to Turlock by historic locomotives on the Admire the scenery as you journey on the San Joaquin route to spend the night. Grand Canyon Railway to see Stay: Best Western Orchard Turlock. Travel on the incredible Grand Canyon Railway the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. Day 4. Las Vegas Created by the Colorado River Journey on the Durango and Silverton Railroad Continue the journey on the over a period of six million years, Enjoy the picturesque Denver and Rio Grande Railroad San Joaquin route southwards the canyon is up to 18 miles wide, Relax on board the overnight California Zephyr Train today. Arriving in Bakersfield, and one mile deep. Arrive at you’ll transfer by coach across the South Rim, which is the main Enjoy an overnight journey on the Lake Shore Limited the Mojave Desert into Las Vegas viewpoint of the canyon to take in the state of Nevada. in dramatic vistas. Two Nights: Park MGM Las Vegas. Day 8. Flagstaff, Monument Day 1. Arrive San Francisco Day 2. San Francisco Day 5. Las Vegas Valley, Durango Your incredible rail journey of the This morning after breakfast, you Explore some of the incredible After breakfast, you’ll feel like USA begins today in the beautiful will enjoy an enthralling tour of sights and highlights of Las Vegas you’re in an American Western cosmopolitan city of San Francisco. San Francisco. Along the way, you at leisure today. The monorail film as you drive through Navajo Home to cable cars, world-class will stop at the iconic Golden Gate is a great way to discover country and Utah’s Monument restaurants and a bustling cultural Bridge, said to be the most famous the amazing spectacles of Valley. The region evokes a scene, San Francisco never ceases bridge in the world. You will also the famous Las Vegas Strip. bygone era, where cowboys to amaze newcomers as well as meet a community of sea lions Absorb the atmosphere and herded cattle across the hills and locals. Upon arrival at the airport who live at the popular Fisherman’s enjoy an extraordinary selection Native Americans performed rituals you will be met and transferred Wharf. Later, visit the infamous of entertainment choices on passed down through generations. to your premium hotel. island of Alcatraz, once a federal your doorstep including the Stay: Durango Holiday Inn Two Nights: Le Méridien penitentiary that housed criminals world-famous casinos. & Suites. San Francisco. such as Al Capone. 20
$1,000 per couple* See page 7 for details Trans-American Rail Journey Niagara Falls 1 Lake Shore Limited California Zephyr 1 2 1 1 Chicago New York Grand 2 Denver San Francisco Junction 1 2 Silverton 1 Turlock 1 Durango USA Las Vegas 2 Bakersfield 2 Flagstaff Coach Rail Stay (no. of nights) Stay (no. of nights on train) 1 Day 9. Durango and sheep, black bears, coyotes, Day 17. New York EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY Silverton Railroad eagles and hawks. After your Today, enjoy a guided tour and Board the Durango and Silverton sightseeing adventure, board harbour cruise around Manhattan, Extend your Trans-American Railroad for a journey across the your overnight train to Chicago. which takes you past the iconic holiday with a journey from remote wilderness of the National Stay: California Zephyr Statue of Liberty. New York, along the eastern Forest. Travel through breathtaking sleeper train. seaboard to Washington DC. Day 18. Depart New York Explore iconic landmarks and canyons and past emerald-green Day 13. Chicago Transfer to the airport for your enjoy time at leisure. Please rivers to Silverton, before arriving Arrive in Chicago this afternoon. return flight. enquire for details, quoting trip in Grand Junction. Here, you’ll disembark with plenty code (RJTSUGW20). Stay: Grand Junction, of time to enjoy an evening at Hampton Inn. leisure, familiarising yourself with Day 10. Denver and the dynamic vibe of this major city. 1. Take the Durango and Rio Grande Railroad Stay: Chicago, Cambria Hotel. Silverton Railroad Today your journey will take you Day 14. Chicago along one of the USA’s most scenic Explore the ‘Windy City’, Chicago rail routes, the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad. You will journey on a tour today. Later this evening, 2020 Dates & Prices (A$) you will board the Lake Shore high up into the Rocky region, 18 Days – San Francisco to New York (RJTSUG18) Limited for the overnight arriving in the city of Denver. journey to Buffalo. Twin Share Twin Share Solo Traveller Solo Traveller Two Nights: Denver Per person EB Price Standard Price EB Price Standard Price Stay: Lake Shore Limited Staybridge Suites. Apr. 25. $7,695 $8,395 $12,395 $13,095 sleeper train. Day 11. Denver May 9. $7,695 $8,395 $12,395 $13,095 Day 15. Niagara Falls May 23; June 13. $7,895 $8,595 $12,695 $13,395 Explore Denver at your leisure Arrive in Buffalo and transfer June 27; Aug. 22. $7,995 $8,695 $12,945 $13,645 today. The city boasts a mile-long to Niagara Falls. Perhaps explore Sept. 5, 12, 19. $7,995 $8,695 $12,945 $13,645 promenade, which is lined with the falls from the water on a river cafes, shops and a mountain view Sept. 26. $7,895 $8,595 $12,695 $13,395 tour (own expense). down every street. It also hosts Stay: Niagara Falls, Amtrak Sleeper Train Upgrade many nationally recognised Hampton Inn. museums and has a number of Twin share per person from: art districts located around town. Day 16. Niagara Falls, Two-berth bedroom (with in-cabin bathroom) $955 New York Day 12. Denver, Today, board the Maple Tour Notes Rocky Mountains Leaf service to New York Explore the natural attractions of Prices include airport transfers and tipping. Porterage is not included. The overnight for a day-long train journey. train journeys on Amtrak are based on shared facilities. Hotels are subject to change the Rocky Mountains and Estes Two Nights: Manhattan, and will be confirmed at documentation. See page 23 for terms and conditions. Park, home to a wide array of Le Parker Hotel. EB – Price includes bonus Early Payment Discount and dollar saving. wildlife including elk, bighorn travelmarvel.com.au/RJTSUG18 21
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