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Content Page                                     Itinerary                                Pages                                                    Majesty of the Rockies         04                         Highlights of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise                 05                                                                                   07                                       Rockies by Rail & Alaska Cruise             11                        Reflections of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise                 15                                                                                   19                                      Classic Rockies & Alaska Cruise              21                   Calgary Stampede, Rockies and Alaska Cruise                     25                                                                                   27                                  Calgary Stampede & Alaska Cruise                 31Highlights of Eastern & Western Canada with Alaska Cruise                          33                                                                                   35              Eastern Canada, Rockies & Alaska by Sea & Land                                                             Eastern Delight                        Fall Colours of Eastern Canada & the USA              Ultimate Canadian Rockies,Alaska & Arcitc Circle
Recommended!MAJESTY OF THERockies WITHGold Leaf RockyMountaineerVANCOUVERTOVANCOUVER | 14 DAYS FROM $9810 * PP22 DAY Alaska Cruise Option also available *JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS                                                 EXCEPTIONAL DINING                                                LUXURY HOTELS• Victoria – Explore the Garden City                               • Vancouver – Dinner with wine                                    • Treat yourself at Fairmont Hotels                                                                     at the Zagat ratedYEW Seafood                                     in Lake Louise and Banffand lively waterfront                                                Restaurant and Bar                                                                                                                                     • Four Seasons Hotels inVancouver• Athabasca Glacier –The                                           • Lake Louise - Enjoy a unique                                      and Whistler                                                                     collection ofWhistler restaurantsIce Explorer takes you along the                                     during your Dine –Around Evening.                               • The famous                                                                                                                                       right on the inner harbour, close tounforgettable                        Parkway                       • Banff –Traditional a la carte dining                              Victoria’s town.                                                                     your with choice of restraunts at• Maligne Lake – Cruise along the                                    the Fairmont                                                    • The unforgettable Marriott Grand                                                                                                                                       Okanagan Resort with views                            waters of Canadas most                 • Jasper – Enjoy a glassof liquer with                              of the lake,the mountainsand the                                                                     friends before roastings’mores                                    Kelowna skyline.famous lake crowned by snow- laden                                   around apeaks and nestled between glaciers• Vancouver– Cross the spectacularCapilano Suspension BridgeALASKA CRUISE OPTIONDays 14-21                            Skagway                                  BRITISH                      ROCKY      JASPER                     Rocky        ALBERTA                            Juneau                                 COLUMBIA                  MOUNTAINEER                             Mountains                                                                                                            (Days 11 & 12)                           2Glacier   Bay                                                                                       GOLDLEAF                             2                  See page 136                                                                                             OPTIONNational                                                                                                                             Maligne Canyon  Park                                                                                                      Athabasca                                                                                                              Glacier                                     VANCOUVER                              WHISTLER         KAMLOOPS                                LAKE LOUISE                                                                              (Days 5 & 6)        (Day 13)                                                                                             1 1 (Day 8) Inside                                       ISLAND                        2Passage      Ketchikan                                                                                      1 SUN PEAKS              2             ALASKA                                                Shannon  7                                                                Falls                                                (Day 13)      BANFFHOLLAND AMERICA                                                              2                                    1                  (Days 9 & 10)  INSIDE PASSAGE       CRUISING                                     VICTORIA       2                         KELOWNA                                                                       VANCOUVER(Days 14, 15, 16, 17 , 18,                           (Days 3 & 4)                                 (Day 7 )        19, 20 & 21)                                                       (Days 1, 2 & 14)Starts/Ends    BRITISHVancouver    COLUMBIAPage 4
NEW TOURHIGHLIGHTSOF THEROCKIES &17 DaysYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES                                        Day 1. Arrive Vancouver               Day 5. Banff                                                                   Upon your arrival in Vancouver,       Enjoy today at leisure to explore-/ Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your                   be met at the airport and             at your own pace or choose from     seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise               transferred to your hotel in          a range of select experiences                                                                   the heart of this cosmopolitan        (ownexpense). These include aheli--/ 9 nights premium accommodation                                  metropolis. After settling in,        flightseeing tour, a Bow River float-/ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver    meet your Tour Director and           trip and a Banff Experience tour. B-/ 33 meals – 16 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 11 dinners (D)  fellow guests during a Welcome-/ Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner         Reception this evening.               Day 6. Banff, Icefields Parkway,-/ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers       Stay: Vancouver,                                                                   The Sutton Place.                     Athabasca Glacier, JasperINSIDER EXPERIENCES                                                                                                         Journey along the Icefields     Learn about Canada’s indigenous culture on a walk and     a First Nations-inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge & Spa                                              Parkway and take in the region’s     Enjoy a western-style BBQ dinner at Jasper Park Stables     Awake to stunning mountainscapes at Blue River’s              Day 2. Vancouver to Whistler          rugged scenery. En route, stop     Mike Wiegele Heli Village                                                                   Today, discover Vancouver on a        at Athabasca Glacier for an     Cruise through alpine scenery on a River Safari to Grizzly     Bear Valley, keeping an eye out for bears, eagles and moose   sightseeing tour. Explore the city’s  exhilarating Ice Explorer ride.                                                                   high-rise-framed waterfront and       Two Nights: Jasper,                                                                   historic Gastown. Then head for       Marmot Lodge.                     B                                                                   Whistler’s mountain scenery.          Day 7. Jasper                                                                                                         Enjoy a day at leisure or perhaps                                                                   Stay: Whistler,                       choose to join a select experience.                                                                                                         These include a Harley Davidson                                                                   Summit Lodge& Spa.                 B  sidecar tour, a rafting adventure on                                                                                                         the Athabasca River or an evening                                                                   Day 3. Whistler,                      wildlife experience (own expense).                                                                                                         Later this evening, enjoy a                                                                   Quaaout Lodge                         delicious western-style BBQ                                                                                                         dinner at Jasper Park Stables. BD                                                                   Travel through the Cariboo region                                                                   from Whistler to Quaaout Lodge.                                                                   Gain an insight into the history                                                                   of Canada’s indigenous culture                                                                   on an interpretive walk and enjoy                                                                   a First Nations-inspired dinner.      Day 8. Jasper, BlueRiver                                                                                                         An incredible overnight escape                                                                   Stay: Quaaout Lodge.              BD  awaits today at Mike Wiegele Heli                                                                                                         Village, which offers adventure and                                                                   Day 4. Quaaout Lodge, Banff           serenity in a picturesque setting.                                                                   Travel through Yoho National Park     Set off on a River Safari to Grizzly                                                                   before arriving in Banff National                                                                   Park. Visit Lake Louise and           Bear Valley and look for native                                                                   (weather permitting) Moraine Lake.    wildlife on the riverbank.                                                                   Two Nights: Banff Ptarmigan Inn       Stay: Blue River,                                                                                                         MikeWiegele Heli Village. BD                                                                   or Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa. BPage 5
See pages 28-29                   Highlights of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise                                                                                                                                 for details                                                                            Juneau                                                                            USA                                                                                     British                     2       Jasper                                                                                                                    National Park                                                                                    Whistler                                                     Vancouver                                                         Island                                VIA RailQuaaout      2 Banff                                     Coach                                                                             Banff                                     Cruise                                                                         National Park                                     Optional VIA Rail                      Victoria                                     Stay (no. ofnights)VIA RAIL OPTION                      Day 11. At Sea                         Day 14. Sitka                           Day 16. Victoria, British Columbia(JASPER TO VANCOUVER)                                                       Spendfree time today discovering        Cruise south past rugged coastlinePerhaps replace Days 8 and           Enjoy the day at sea as your ship      the picturesque port of Sitka. BLD      before arriving in Victoria. BLD9 touring with an enjoyablerail journey from Jasper             journeys further north.       BLDto Vancouver (see below).                                     Day 12. Juneau                         Day 15. Ketchikan                       Day 17. Disembark Cruise,                                     Today you’ll arrive in the Alaskan                                             Depart Seattle                                     capital of Juneau. Explore this        In Ketchikan, perhaps join a            Disembark in Seattle and transfer to                                     historic gold rush town, join a dog                                     sled ride, sample baked salmon         walking tour or learn about Tlingit     the airport for your onward flight. B                                     or pan for gold (own expense). BLD                                                                            culture (own expense).          BLDDay 9. Blue River, VancouverUpon arrival in Vancouver, enjoytime to explore this city’s many     Day 13. Hubbard Glacierattractions, before a Farewell       Reaching the Hubbard GlacierDinner with fellow travellers.       today, learn about the longest                                                 1. Journey along the lceields ParkwayStay: Vancouver,                     tidewater glacier in North America,The SuttonPlace.                BD   forging its way into the icy seaboardDay 10. Vancouver, Seattle           of the Gulf of Alaska. Hubbard         2019 Dates & Prices (A$)This morning after breakfast, you    Glacier is known for its dramaticwill transfer to Seattle to board    ‘surges’ as it advances rather thanyour premium cruise ship. Settle     retreats further into Yakutat Bay      17 Days – Vancouver to Seattle (URVWVS17)into your cabin and enjoy time at    each year. Dramatic ice calving                                OutsideStateroom Verandah Stateroomleisure before dinner this evening.  and the surreal blue of the glacier’s  Per person                                                                            Apr. 26#.Seven Nights: Holland America        face are some of the natural                                   Twin Share      Solo Traveller Twin Share  Solo TravellerLine’s ms Oosterdam.            BD   wonders you may see.          BLD                              $7,295          $9,745 $7,545              $10,245                                                                            May 10.                 $7,595          $10,245  $7,845            $10,745                                                                            May 17.                 $8,095          $10,845  $8,445            $11,545                                                                            May 24.                 $8,595          $11,595  $8,995            $12,395VIA RAIL OPTION (JASPER TO VANCOUVER)                                       June 7.                 $8,895          $12,195  $9,545            $13,495                                                                            July 26.                $8,995          $12,295  $9,645            $13,595Enjoy an overnight trainjourney      Day 9. VIA Rail, Vancouver             Aug. 16.                $8,795          $11,995  $9,295            $12,995from Jasper toVancouver.             Wake up this morning and arrive        Aug. 30.                $8,595          $11,595  $9,095            $12,595                                     early to Vancouver. You will be        Sept. 6.                $8,295          $11,195  $8,545            $11,695Day 8. VIA Rail                      transferred to the hotel aheadAfter breakfast this morning,        of a leisurely day in Vancouver        Tour Notesspend time exploring Jasper          before your group arrives. Bbefore you board the VIA Railfor your overnight train journey      Price per person Twin Sharethrough the breathtakingCanadian Rockies.                     VIA RailStay: VIA Rail Sleeper Plus. BD       Sleeper Plus from $995Page 6
CLASSIC  Rockies by Rail         & Alaska CruiseJOURNEY         21 Days – Vancouver Return         13 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage Cruise        Glacier Bay Skagway                                Coach                            40MAX.      Your Included                                                           Cruise                                       Signature Experiences                                    Juneau                 Rocky Mountaineer                                      ALASKA               National Park                                     On the shores of Lake Louise, discover                                                     1 No. of Nights Stay                                    the natural history of the region with                                      USA                                                                    an expert Mountain Heritage Guide                                                          CANADA                                             Meet a Mountie in Banff and hear tales                                       Ketchikan                                                              of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police                                                                                                             Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner at the                            BRITISH COLUMBIA                                                                 renowned Pinnacle Grill on board                                                                                                             your Holland America Line ship                         7                                        ALBERTA        ms Nieuw Amsterdam                                                                              KEY                                                        Mt                                                        Robson Jasper                                        SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE                            Quesnel                  1              2 Jasper National Park                   FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Sightseeing                                                                                                             FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Dining                                                                  Athabasca Glacier                     (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner         Vancouver          Whistler                    1 2 Lake Louise            Island                   1         VANCOUVER 3                                    Kamloops       3 Banff                                                                       Banff National ParkARRIVE & RELAX IN VANCOUVER                          Day 3. Kamloops,                                   most beautiful locations, Moraine Lake.                                                                                                        The striking blue water surrounded by snow-Day 1. Arrive Vancouver.                             Rocky Mountaineer, Lake Louise.                    capped mountains makes it one of the mostBe met on arrival and transferred to your                                                               photographed sites in the Rockies. Later,hotel. After time to settle in, meet your            Your rail journey continues east towardsfellow travellers and APT Tour Director                                                                 on the shores of Lake Louise, join an expertat a Welcome Dinner.                                 the Canadian Rockies. Travel through               Mountain Heritage Guide and learn aboutStay: Vancouver,                                                                                        the rich natural history of the area. You’llRosewood Hotel Georgia.                              vast ranchlands, past Kinbasket Lake and           look forward to dinner this evening, with                                                                                                        the chance to choose from a number                                                     alongside the shores of Kicking Horse River.       of restaurants located within your hotel. BD                                                     Wind through the Spiral Tunnels, a Swiss                                                  D  engineering marvel first opened in 1909, andROCKY MOUNTAINEER                                    cross the Continental Divide of the AmericasRAIL JOURNEY                                                     into the province of Alberta. Gliding betweenDay 2. Vancouver,Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops.                         the emerald pines and jagged peaks of Banff        CANADA’S AWE-INSPIRINGBoard the Rocky Mountaineer and relax inthe comfort of GoldLeaf Service as you set           National Park, including towering Castle           ROCKY MOUNTAINSout into the mountains aboard one of theonly passenger trains that covers this historic      Mountain, it’s not long before you’ll arrive       Day 5. Lake Louise, Banff.region of Canada. With a glass of sparklingwine in hand, gaze up at the towering peaks          at Lake Louise. Here, disembark your train         The morning takes you along theof the Coast Mountains and pass the watersof Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Glide           and make your way to the iconic Fairmont           Trans-Canada Highway to Banff. On a tourpast steep rocky slopes as your train followsthe Thompson River on the way to Kamloops            Chateau Lake Louise.                               of the alpine town, look for the Rockywhere you will stay for the night.Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by                 Two Night Stay: Banff National Park,               Mountain-style heritage buildings whichRocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limitedaccommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL         Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise                       feature locally sourced natural materials.                                                     in aLakeview Room.                             BL  Ride the Banff Gondola, to the top of                                                     THE JEWEL OF THE ROCKIES                           Sulphur Mountain. On return to ground level,                                                     Day 4. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake.                  you’ll meet a Mountie and hear tales of the                                                               There are few locations more                                                                                                        iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police.This                                                     scenically spectacular than Lake Louise.                                                     Wake to views of this iconic lake before           evening, enjoy dinner back at your hotel.                                                     enjoying breakfast. Today’s excursion then                                                     reveals another of Banff National Park’s           Three Night Stay: Banff National Park,                                                                                                        Fairmont Banff Springs                                                                                                        in a Mountain View Room.                     BDPage 7
Your extended Rocky Mountaineer journey takes you over the Fraser Canyon and through the gold rush region of British Columbia                                               ITINERARY OVERVIEWDay     Destination            Included Highlight             Day Destination                      Included Highlight1       Vancouver              Welcome Dinner                 12              Whistler, Vancouver  Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf2       Vancouver, Kamloops    Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf   13              Vancouver            Guided city tour3       Kamloops, Lake Louise  Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf   14              Vancouver            Holland America Line cruise4       Lake Louise            Mountain Heritage Guide walk   15              Inside Passage       Islands and fjords5       Banff                  Banff Gondola, meet a Mountie  16              Juneau               Alaska’s capital at leisure6       Banff                  Freedom of Choice              17              Skagway              Klondike Gold Rush heritage7       Banff                  Freedom of Choice              18              Glacier Bay          Glaciers and wildlife8       Jasper                 Ice Explorer glacier tour      19              Ketchikan            Ketchikan at leisure9       Jasper                 Freedom of Choice              20              Inside Passage       Coastal British Columbia10      Jasper, Quesnel        Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf   21              Vancouver            Farewell11      Quesnel, Whistler      Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeafDay 6. Banff.                                  locations on Earth? Your APT Tour Director       Day 9. Jasper.     The landscapes of Banff National Park     will be on hand throughout the day should                                               you need any inspiration. This evening, dine     Are you ready to become acquaintedare yours to explore on your choice of         at any one of your hotel’s fine restaurants. BDactivity today. Perhaps take part in the                                                        with the World Heritage-listed landscapesBanff Experience – which includes a visitto the Cave and Basin National Historic Site.                                                   of Jasper National Park? FollowingAlternatively, take a heli-flightseeing trip,learn to be a Canadian ice hockey player or    Day 8. Banff, AthabascaGlacier, Jasper.          breakfast, choose how you would like toenjoy a float trip along Bow River. You mightlike to relax at the Willow Stream Spa         Join Highway 93, otherwise known as the          spend your morning with a range of ouror set out on a cruise on Lake Minnewanka. B                                               Icefields Parkway, and wind along one            Freedom of Choice activities which offerDay 7. Banff.     World Heritage-listed Banff National      of the world’s most scenic stretches of road.    a thrilling perspective on Canada’s largestPark is without a doubt one of the most        After pausing to take in the glacier-fed         national park. Perhaps take in the park onincredible locations of Canada’s RockyMountains. Rising to a full day at             waters of Peyto Lake, make a stop at the         an exhilarating Harley-Davidson motorcycleleisure here, there are virtually endlessopportunities for both relaxation and          giant Columbia Icefield. Here, you’ll board a    sidecar tour; embark on a Maligne Valleyadventure. How will you spend your freetime in one of the most naturally beautiful    specially designed Ice Explorer vehicle and      experience; go rafting down the Athabasca                                               journey right onto the Athabasca Glacier.        River; or ride the Jasper Tramway. You may                                               Continue on via Athabasca Falls to Fairmont      prefer to set out on an interpretive nature                                               Jasper Park Lodge, situated on the shores        hike or perhaps take part in an evening                                               of pristine Lac Beauvert. This evening, you      wildlife discovery. With a free afternoon                                               can choose where to dine from a selection        and evening at hand, you may like to explore                                               of restaurants at your lodge.                    some more via one of the many walking                                               Two Night Stay: Jasper National Park,            trails surrounding the lodge. Or, simply                                               Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.                BD    relax in your room.                          BPage 8
ROCKY MOUNTAINEERRAIL JOURNEY CONTINUEDDay 10. Jasper, Rocky Mountaineer, Quesnel.Step back aboard the Rocky Mountaineertoday and settle in to your glass-domeGoldLeaf Service carriage with idyllic views.This section of the famed railway takes youthrough the historic gold rush region ofBritish Columbia. You’ll glide beneath MtRobson, also known as ‘The Great WhiteFright’, then journey past Yellowhead Pass,Moose Lake and the Fraser River to the ‘GoldPan City’ of Quesnel. During a free evening,perhaps stroll along the waterfront which islined with a collection of heritage buildings.Stay: Quesnel, hotel as assigned by RockyMountaineer (two or three-star hotels). BLDay 11. Quesnel, Rocky Mountaineer, Whistler.Rejoin your train this morning in time forbreakfast as a golden morning glow is castover the landscapes of the Cariboo region.Continue along the historic route of early goldrush pioneers, taking in views of the FraserCanyon before crossing Deep Creek Bridge,one of the highest railway bridges in the world.Sweep along the shores of Seton Lake andAnderson Lake before arriving in Whistler.Stay: Whistler, hotel as assigned byRocky Mountaineer.                           BLDay 12. Whistler,Rocky Mountaineer, Vancouver.After a free morning in Whistler, enjoy thefinal leg of your Rocky Mountaineer journey.As you head into the rainforests of BritishColumbia you’ll see Cheakamus Canyon,Mt Garibaldi, Howe Sound and the CoastMountains. From the station in Vancouver,be transferred to your hotel.Two Night Stay: Vancouver,Rosewood Hotel Georgia.                        BEXPLORE COSMOPOLITAN                              Take in the beauty of Canada’s natural landscapes on your journeyVANCOUVER                                                  Day 15. Cruise the Inside Passage.             Day 17. Skagway.Day 13. Vancouver.Your day begins with a guided tour, during        Enjoy a full day at sea as your ship cruises   Arrive at Skagway, at the Inside Passage’swhich you’ll visit Stanley Park, a world-class,400-hectare evergreen oasis. Then head            along coastal British Columbia and the         northernmost point. Once a gateway city forto Granville Island, the bustling heart ofVancouver’s cultural scene. You’ll also see       Alaska Panhandle. As you pass Vancouver        the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway’s frontier-picturesque English Bay and VancouverHarbour, before enjoying the afternoon            Island, defined by mountains and verdant       style atmosphere remains evident today.at your leisure. Perhaps use your free timeto experience the atmosphere of Gastown,          forests, look for pods of orcas and humpback   Many of its colourful heritage buildingsVancouver’s oldest neighbourhood, or visitthe shopping mecca of Robson Street. You          whales. Glide past rocky headlands and         are now protected as part of the Klondikemight like to admire the beauty of QueenElizabeth Park. This evening, as the land         over the icy waters of the Inside Passage,     Gold Rush National Historical Park. Here,portion of your tour draws to an end, meetyour fellow travellers for a group dinner. BD     one of the most picturesque sea lanes          a variety of excursions are on offer (own                                                  in the world, and one of the few where         expense). Or, wander past the false-front                                                  deep-draft vessels can sail close to           buildings in the downtown district as you                                                  steep mountain walls. Throughout the           explore at your own pace.                  BLD                                                  day, keep your eyes on the shoreline for       Day 18. Glacier Bay National Park.                                                  local wildlife. You may spy brown bears        Draw back your curtains to the wonderful                                                  amongst the forested banks.               BLD  World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National                                                  Day 16. Juneau.                                Park, which boasts more actively calvingALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE                      Spend a relaxing morning on board your         tidewater glaciers than anywhere else inDay 14. Vancouver, Embark Ship.                   ship as you continue your journey north.       the world. As you cruise you’ll benefit fromGreet your ship at Vancouver Harbour              Perhaps join a lecture or presentation.        commentary from local rangers who haveand settle in for your unforgettable Inside       The afternoon takes you to Alaska’s capital,   come aboard your ship. Keep watch forPassage Cruise. This evening, enjoy a Sail        Juneau, set at the foot of the majestic Coast  whales, which have been known to graceAway Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill.       Mountains on the Gastineau Channel.            these waters frequently, as well as harborSeven Night Cruise:Holland America Line’s         Here, you may explore at leisure, or set off   seals and sea otters bobbing above thems Nieuw Amsterdam in a                           on one of the exciting excursions available    water. Look up as you may even spotVerandah Stateroom.                          BD   to you (own expense).                     BLD  bald eagles circling overhead.             BLDPage 9
Ascend skywards in the Banff Gondola for panoramic viewsDay 19. Ketchikan.                              Day 20. The Inside Passage.                        EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAYA cheerful town set on the shores of            Heading south through the Inside Passage,          Make the most of your time in North                                                                                                   America. This journey can be combinedthe Tongass Narrows, Ketchikan and its          this is your last chance to enjoy the              with Eastern Canada (UTER32 – refer to                                                                                                   pages 150-151).surrounds present a range of attractions,       glorious landscapes as you advance closerincluding Misty Fjords National Monument        to Vancouver. Perhaps you’ll spend some– one of America’s largest wilderness areas,    time above deck, hoping to capture onewith glacial valleys and frosted peaks where    last glimpse of the local wildlife. Or, choosewildlife roam in abundance. Thanks to its       to relax and make use of the amenities onwaterways which are teeming with salmon,        board your ship.                         BLD       2019 DATES & PRICES (A$)the town is known as the ‘Salmon Capital        Day 21. Disembark Ship, DepartVancouver.                                                Your journey comes to an end today. Afterof the World’. Disembark and spend the          breakfast, disembark your ship in Vancouver        21 Days Vancouver Return fromday exploring as you please.               BLD                                                        $19,495                                                and transfer to the airport.                    B        per person, twin share                                                                                                   21 Days Vancouver Return (UT21LEVV)                    Solo from                                                                                                   June 23.                                               $25,795                                                                                                   Aug. 4.                                                 $27,195                                                                                                                                               Twin from                                                                                                   Verandah Stateroom  $19,495                                                                                                   Verandah Suite      $20,195Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes...                                                                    For the most up to date prices,                                                                                                        visit aptouring.com.au/UT21LEVV            The services of a dedicated Canadian APT Tour Direct            A Fallsview Room at the Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview                                 PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities            Two nights at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Québec City                             and sundries. Please ensure your onward flight from            APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in six locations                                    Vancouver departs no earlier than 1pm. A 14-Day land            Finest dining – a total of 28 meals                                                    only tour (UT14LEV) is also available, refer to Days 1-14.                                                                                                   Enquire for further details and pricing. See pages 194-195                                                                                                   for further information as well as all terms and conditions.Page 10
REFLECTIONSOF THEROCKIES &ALASKA CRUISE21 DaysVictoria n Whistler n Blue RiverJasper n Lake Louise n BanffVancouver n Inside PassageYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES                                          Day 1. Arrive Victoria               Enjoy an indigenous-inspired feast                                                                     Your journey begins today upon     Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your                   your arrival in Victoria. Be met at  at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural    seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise                  the airport and thentransferredto     Two-day Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in SilverLeaf Service    your hotel. After you check in and   Centre and gain insight into the     13 nights premium accommodation                                 relax, you will meet your fellow     Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver    guests and Tour Director at a        heritage of the local First Nations     40 meals - 20 breakfasts (B), 8 lunches (L) and 12 dinners (D)  Welcome Reception later today.     Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner         Two Nights: Victoria,                people. Instead of taking the ferry,     Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers       The Parkside Hotel & Spa.                                                                                                          you may like to take a floatplaneINSIDER EXPERIENCES                                                  Day 2. Victoria                                                                     This morning, enjoy a short          flight across the Georgia Strait to     Enjoy an indigenous-inspired feast at the Squamish Lil'wat      orientationtourof Victoriabefore     Cultural Centre and gain insight into the heritage of the       visiting The Butchart Gardens.       Whistler (own expense).     local First Nations                                             Amongthe world’s most famous                                                                     gardens, TheButchart Gardens         Two Nights: Whistler,     Awake to stunning mountainscapes at Blue River’s                is more than a hundred years old     Mike Wiegele Heli Village                                       and has its own distinctive style.   Aava Whistler Hotel.              BD                                                                     Wander through the lovely Sunken     Experience a River Safari to Grizzly Bear Valley, keeping       Garden and relax in the beautiful    Day 4. Whistler     an eye out for bears, eagles and moose                          settings of the Japanese Garden                                                                     and Italian Garden, as you explore   Todayis yours at leisure to explore.     Enjoy a western-style BBQ dinner at Jasper Park Stables         the floral displays on show.     Stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise                                                      Perhaps enjoy one of the select                                                                     This afternoon, you might like     Visit Grouse Mountain Bear Refuge for breakfast                 to join an exhilarating whale-       experiences availabletoyou. Take     and bear viewing                                                watching cruise or a horse-drawn                                                                     carriage tour (own expense). B       an incredible floatplane flight, tour                                                                     Day 3. Victoria, Whistler            Blackcomb Mountain on a Jeep                                                                     Drivetothetown of Chemainus                                                                     before boarding a ferry across       Safari, or head up to the snow-line                                                                     the Georgia Strait to Horseshoe                                                                     Bay. Admire expansive views of       of Whistler Mountain by 4x4 or                                                                     the Coastal Mountains as you                                                                     journey along the scenic Sea         snowcat. Other options include a                                                                     to Sky Highway, with a stop at                                                                     Shannon Falls en route to Whistler.  gondola ride, an informative Tree                                                                                                          Trek, an adventurous Zip Trek or                                                                                                          a breathtaking helicopter flight                                                                                                          (own expense).                       B                                                                                                          Day 5. Whistler, Blue River                                                                                                          After breakfast, you’ll travel                                                                                                          through the rugged Cariboo                                                                                                          region to Blue River. Enjoy an                                                                                                          incredible overnight escape at                                                                                                          MikeWiegele HeliVillage, which                                                                                                          offers adventure and serenity in                                                                                                          a picturesque setting. Relax amid                                                                                                          the lodge’s rustic surrounds and                                                                                                          enjoy a dinner this evening as you                                                                                                          prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.                                                                                                          Stay: Blue River,                                                                                                          MikeWiegele Heli Village. BDPage 11
Day 16. Juneau                        Day 17. Skagway                       Day 18. Glacier Bay                  Day 19. KetchikanToday your journey brings you to      This morning you’ll dock at the       Wake up to the breathtaking sightAlaska’s capital, Juneau. There is    port of Skagway, which is located     of Glacier Bay National Park this    ArrivetodayinKetchikan, which istime to explore the region’s glacial  at the northernmost point of the      morning, with its formidable riversterrain and gold rush history or you  Inside Passage. Skagway was           of ice, wild coastlineandsheltered   regarded as the salmon capital ofmay prefer to choose to make your     once a frontier town and gateway      fjords. As you cruise through theway to the town and explore the       to the Klondike and still celebrates  national park, it is easy to see     the world, where you’ll have freerustic shops located here.            its gold rush past to this day.       whytheareahas receivedWorld                                                                            Heritage status.                     time to relax or explore at yourYou might also like to experiencean exhilarating dog sled ride over                                          Today, you’ll gain a more detailed   leisure. Alternatively, perhapsa glacier or try one of the other                                           insight into the unique nature ofactivities available. Theseinclude                                          this national park as local rangers  choose to join a walking tour ofsampling delicious salmon baked                                             will join you on board to impartover a fire or even trying your hand                                        their knowledge, explaining the      the town or learn about the historyat panning for gold in this former                                          geological wonders and diversegold rush town (own expense). BLD     You will find a variety of stores     wildlife found in this region. BLD   of Tlingit culture at Saxman Native                                      andsaloons in town that capture                                            Village (own expense). Here you’ll                                      the excitement and history of the                                          be captivated by the incredible                                      gold rush days. Here you’ll also                                           collection of NativeAmerican                                      have the opportunity to learn                                              totem poles on display.       BLD                                      more about gold prospecting                                                Day 20. Inside Passage                                                                                                                 Today marks your final day aboard                                      or view fascinating local wildlife                                         your premium Holland America                                      (own expense).                 BLDPage 12
Juneau                                                                               Relections of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise                                                                          Alaska                                                                              USA                                                      or msVolendam                  British                                 Jasper                                                                                                                         National Park                                                                        Vancouver                 Blue River                                                                           Island                                                                                     2 Vancouver                         2 Banff                                                   Coach                                                   Cruise                                                                     Banff                                                   Rocky Mountaineer                                                     National Park                                                   Stay (no. of nights)Day 6. Blue River, Jasper             Day 8. Jasper, Icefields                     Day 11. Rocky Mountaineer,            Day 13. Vancouver                                      Parkway, AthabascaGlacier,                   Kamloops                              Watch for bears and enjoyThe day ahead promises fantastic                                                   This morning, board the world-        a delicious breakfast at Grouse                                                                                   famous Rocky Mountaineer train        Mountain. During your bearalpine scenery and adventures         Lake Louise                                  and settle into your carriage         experience you will receive early                                                                                   with large windows that provide       access to the mountain and getin the great outdoors. Set off        Visit MaligneCanyonthis morning              expansive views of the fabled         to see some of the resident bears                                                                                   Rocky Mountains.                      exploretheirhabitat beforesittingon an extraordinary River Safari      and walk along its deep rocky                                                      down to breakfast.to stunning Grizzly Bear Valley       caverns. Then travel along thewhere you're likely to witness        Icefields Parkway, considered theactive native wildlife on the         world’s most scenic highway, andriverbank. Later today, follow        stop at the Columbia Icefield for            Pass through the Spiral Tunnels,the famous Yellowhead Highway         a thrilling Ice Explorer ride onto           a historic engineering feat, which    After, fall in love with the beautiful                                                                                                                         city of Vancouver and get to knowand pass the incredible Mt Robson,    Athabasca Glacier.After,continue             snakes its way through the region.    some of its most vibrant areas                                                                                                                         and best-loved attractionsonwhich is the highest peak in the      to Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel of the            Then continue through Kicking         a fascinating sightseeing tour.                                                                                                                         Tonight, enjoy a special FarewellCanadian Rockies, on your way to      Rockies’. Settle into The Fairmont           Horse Canyon before arriving in       Dinner with your fellow guests. BDthefairytaleJasper NationalPark.      Chateau Lake Louise and relax                the city of Kamloops late in theTwo Nights: Jasper,                   in spectacular surrounds.                    afternoon. There is time to settleThe Crimson.                      B   Stay: The Fairmont Chateau                   into your comfortable hotel andDay 7. Jasper                         Lake Louise.                   BD            relax this evening.After breakfast, you have the fullday to relax or explore Jasper.       Day 9. Lake Louise, Banff                    Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned        Day 14. Vancouver, Embark CruiseThere is no end to the excitement     Travel to the glacier-fed Moraineyou can enjoy in this beautiful       Lake (weather permitting) on                 by Rocky Mountaineer.             BL  Enjoy breakfast this morning, thenregion. Perhaps opt for one of the    your way to Banff. This afternoon,select experiences available today.   explore the town of Banff on a                                                     transfer to board your premiumYou might like to take in the sights  sightseeing tour. Then ride theon a unique and exhilarating          Banff Gondola along Sulphur                  Day 12. Rocky Mountaineer,            cruise ship. Settle into your cabinHarley Davidson sidecar tour.         Mountain for incredible views                VancouverPerhaps embark on a thrilling         of the surrounding area.                     Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer and      and enjoy dinner this evening.rafting adventure on the Athabasca    TwoNights: BanffPark Lodge. B                continue your rail adventure westRiver or enjoy a memorable                                                                                               Seven Nights: Holland Americaevening wildlife experience                                                        towards the Pacific Ocean. Along(own expense).                                                                     the way, enjoy spectacular views      Line’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam                                                                                   of the region’s natural beauty,                                                                                   including Fraser Canyon, the Coast    or ms Volendam.                      BD                                                                                   Mountains and Fraser Valley.                                                                                                                         Day 15. Inside Passage                                                                                                                         Enjoy a full day at sea to relax                                      Day 10. Banff                                                                      and absorb the majestic scenery                                      Enjoy today at leisure to explore.                                      If you’re after adventure, consider                                                as your ship cruises over the frigid                                      joining a heli-flightseeing tour for                                      aerial views of this breathtaking            Later this afternoon, arrive in       waters of theInsidePassage. You                                      region. Perhaps watch for local                                      wildlife on an exhilarating Bow              Vancouver where you will spend        also have plenty of time to explore                                      River float trip or set off on a BanffThis evening, mingle with fellow      Experiencetour(own expense). B               the next two nights. Settle into      the facilities of your cruise ship.travellers during a deliciouswestern-style BBQ dinner at                                                        your hotel and perhaps try a local    Perhaps relax in one of the manyJasper Park Stables and enjoythe surrounding atmosphere. BD                                                     restaurant for dinner this evening.   onboard public areas.      BLD                                                                                   TwoNights: Vancouver,Marriott                                                                                   Downtown Pinnacle Hotel.          BL                                                                                                                         1. See iconic Lake Louise up closePage 13
2 FOR 1                                    Relections of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise                                                                                                                  See pages 28-29                                                                                                                      for detailsLine cruise ship. You’ll spend       to relax on board and enjoy the       Day 21. Disembark Cruise,the day cruising south through                                             Depart Vancouverthe Inside Passage, travelling past  premium facilities of your ship       Today, after breakfast on board,its magnificent landscapes and                                             disembark in Vancouver for yourtowering glaciers. There is time     while you take in the incredible      airport transfer and onward flight. B  1. Visit Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre                                                                                                                   2. See bears up close on a river safari                                     views. This evening, savour                                                  3. Take in azure vistas of Moraine Lake                                     a final dinner on board.         BLD                                            4. DiscoverbreathtakingGlacierBay2019 Dates & Prices (A$)21 Days – Victoria to Vancouver (URBWIV21)                        21 Days – Victoria to Vancouver (URBWIV21)MS Nieuw       Outside               Verandah                     MS Volendam   Outside                           Lanai                      VerandahAmsterdam      Stateroom             Stateroom                                  Stateroom                         Stateroom StateroomPer person     Twin Share            Solo Traveller Twin Share    Per person    Twin Share                        Solo Traveller Twin Share  Twin ShareApr. 21#.                                                         Apr. 25#.Apr. 28#.      $9,295                $12,245 $9,695               May 2#.       $9,695                            $12,645 $10,095            $10,945May 5.         $9,995                $13,145 $10,395              May 9.        $9,995                            $13,145 $10,395            $11,395May 12.        $10,095               $13,295 $10,545              May 16.       $10,095                           $13,295 $10,495            $11,495May 26.        $10,295               $13,545 $10,795              May 23.       $10,395                           $13,645 $10,845            $11,895June 2.        $10,895               $14,595 $11,595              May 30.       $10,495                           $13,745 $10,995            $12,045June 9.        $11,095               $14,895 $11,795              June 6.       $10,895                           $14,595 $11,395            $12,445June 16.       $11,295               $15,095 $11,995              June 13.      $11,195                           $14,995 $11,695            $12,745July 28.       $11,295               $15,095 $11,995              June 20, 27.  $11,295                           $15,095 $11,795            $12,845Aug.11.        $11,295               $15,095 $11,945              July11,18.    $11,295                           $15,095 $11,795            $12,845Aug. 18.       $11,095               $14,895 $11,645              July 25.      $11,395                           $15,195 $11,895            $12,945Aug. 25.       $10,795               $14,395 $11,295              Aug. 1.       $11,395                           $15,195 $11,845            $12,845Sept. 1.       $10,795               $14,395 $11,295              Aug. 8.       $11,195                           $14,995 $11,645            $12,595Sept. 8.       $10,695               $14,295 $11,195              Aug. 15.      $11,095                           $14,895 $11,495            $12,495               $10,695               $14,295 $11,195              Aug. 22.      $11,095                           $14,895 $11,495            $12,345                                                                  Aug. 29.      $10,795                           $14,395 $11,195            $12,045Tour Upgrades                                                     Sept. 5.      $10,695                           $14,295 $11,095            $11,945                                                                                $10,695                           $14,295 $11,095            $11,945Per person                           from $660GoldLeaf                                                          Tour NotesPage 14
CLASSIC                    Classic Rockies                           & Alaska CruiseJOURNEY                           23 Days – Victoria to Vancouver                           15 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage Cruise         Glacier Bay       Skagway                        Coach                                         40MAX.      Your Included                                                          Cruise                                                    Signature Experiences                           Juneau                         Rocky Mountaineer                                                          National Park                                                   Explore The Butchart Gardens before                                                    1 No. of Nights Stay                                                 the crowds arrive and enjoy breakfast                                                                                                                         Enjoy breakfast at Whistler’s Squamish                           ALASKA                                                                                        Lil’wat Cultural Centre and learn about                             USA                                                                                         First Nations animal symbolism                                                                                                                         Spot bears on a Blue River Safari                           Ketchikan                                                                                     Enjoy a refined lakeside barbecue and                                                                                                                         First Nations entertainment in Jasper                                                      CANADA                                                             Discover the history of Lake Louise with                                                                                                                         an expert Mountain Heritage Guide                                    BRITISH COLUMBIA                                                                     Meet a Mountie in Banff                                                                                                                         Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner on board                                                                                               ALBERTA                   your Holland America Line ship         7                                                                                                                    KEYms NieuwAmsterdam                                   Mt Robson Jasper                                                                                                                         SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE                                                    Blue River   2 Jasper National Park                                                                       Athabasca Glacier                                 FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Sightseeing         Vancouver                                 Sun Peaks  1                                                          FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Dining            Island                     Whistler                         2 Lake Louise                               (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner                                                 21                           VANCOUVER 2              Kamloops                 3 Banff                           VICTORIA 2                                        Banff National ParkARRIVE & RELAX IN VICTORIA –                        Day 3. Victoria, Georgia Strait, Whistler.                      Day 5. Whistler, Sun Peaks.BRITISH COLUMBIA’S C APITAL                         Make a brief stop in Chemainus before riding                                                    the ferry across Georgia Strait. Treasure                       Bid farewell to Whistler after breakfast thisDay 1. Arrive Victoria.                             the scenery as you travel north along theOn arrival in Victoria, you’ll be met and           spectacular Sea to Sky Highway, passing                         morning and travel through the lush Coast                                                    Shannon Falls before arriving at Whistler.transferred to your hotel. Take some time                                                                           Mountains as you follow the historic tracksto relax in your room before meeting your                                                                           of the early gold rush pioneers through thefellow travellers at a Welcome Dinner.                                                                              Cariboo region. Make a stop at both DuffeyTwo Night Stay: Victoria,                           Perhaps take a one-hour floatplane flight                       and Seton lakes, travel via the remote ruralHotel Grand Pacific (or similar).                   from Victoria to Whistler (own expense).                                                    Arrive in Whistler by midday and enjoy                          town of Lillooet, then arrive in Sun Peaks.                                                    more time at leisure.                                                 D                                                                  Canada’s second largest ski area, this lovely                                                                                                                    village is set beneath three famous summits.Day 2. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens.              Two Night Stay: The Westin Whistler                             Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel.                 BD                                                    Resort & Spa.         Visit The Butchart Gardens before                                                                      BDthe crowds and enjoy breakfast in the                                                                               Day 6. Sun Peaks, Blue River,original Butchart residence.With exclusive          ALPINE WONDERS & WILDLIFE                                       Mt Robson, Jasper.access to the gardens before they open to           Day 4. Whistler.                                                On arrival in Blue River, board a custom-the general public, you’ll relish the chance                  The heritage of Canada’s indigenous                   designed boat and skimover the waterways,to inspect the incredible display of blooms         people comes to light at the Squamish                           watching for the grizzly and black bearsin serenity. Afterwards, spend the afternoon        Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Enjoy breakfast                        that are frequently sighted here, as well ason your selected sightseeing experience.            and tour the museum, then discover your                         other native creatures. Afterwards, join thePerhaps join a whale watching cruise, looking       First Nations ‘animal spirit’ with the help                     Yellowhead Highway and before crossing intofor dorsal fins on the horizon; take in the         of your guide. Later, choose from a number                      Alberta, stop to take in views of the southviews on a seaplane flight; learn about the         of activities. Will you take an eco-trek to                     face of Mt Robson, the highest peak in thecity’s heritage district on a guided tour; fish     Lost Lake or enjoy a stunning floatplane                        Rockies. Today’s journey concludes on arrivalfor salmon; ride through Victoria in a horse-       flight? Perhaps explore Whistler Mountain                       at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, in the heartdrawn carriage; or delight in afternoon tea         on a snowcat adventure, enjoy a mountain                        of beautiful Jasper National Park.at the elegant Fairmont Empress. The rest           Jeep safari, ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola                       Two Night Stay: Jasper National Park,of the day is at leisure.                        B  or set out on a tree trek or zip trek.                      B   Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.                    BLPage 15
Admire rugged surrounds on a float trip down Banff’s Bow River                                                ITINERARY OVERVIEWDay      Destination  Included Highlight                            Day Destination                        Included Highlight1        Victoria     Welcome Dinner                                13                Banff, Kamloops      Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf2        Victoria     The Butchart Gardens                          14                Kamloops, Vancouver  Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf3        Whistler     Shannon Falls                                 15                Vancouver            Guided city tour4        Whistler     Freedom of Choice                             16                Vancouver            Holland America Line cruise5        Sun Peaks    Duffey and Seton lakes                        17                Inside Passage       Islands and fjords6        Jasper       Blue River Safari, Mt Robson                  18                Juneau               Alaska’s capital at leisure7        Jasper       Freedom of Choice                             19                Skagway              Klondike Gold Rush heritage8        Lake Louise  Ice Explorer glacier tour                     20                Glacier Bay          Glaciers and wildlife9        Lake Louise  Mountain Heritage Guide walk                  21                Ketchikan            Ketchikan at leisure10       Banff        Banff Gondola, meet a Mountie                 22                Inside Passage       Coastal British Columbia11       Banff        Freedom of Choice                             23                Vancouver            Farewell12       Banff        Freedom of ChoiceCANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING                          beautiful rhythms of a group of First Nations      Day 9. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake.ROCKY MOUNTAINS                                                performers while chefs transform the               Today’s excursion takes you rightDay 7. Jasper.          Are you ready to be acquainted with   freshest regional produce into a gourmet           into the heart of Banff National Park. First,the World Heritage-listed landscapes of         barbecue dinner to savour.                     BD  you’ll travel to Moraine Lake and spend timeJasper National Park? With our Freedomof Choice activities, it’s your decision as to  Day 8. Jasper, AthabascaGlacier, Lake Louise.      marvelling at its glacially fed waters tintedhow you’ll spend your morning. Perhaps takean exhilarating Harley-Davidson motorcycle      Take in Maligne Canyon before joining the          a brilliant shade of blue. Later, on the shoressidecar tour, embark on a Maligne Valleyexperience, go rafting down the Athabasca       Icefields Parkway which winds through the          of Lake Louise, join an expert MountainRiver or ride the Jasper Tramway. You mayprefer to set out on an interpretive nature     majestic scenery of the Canadian Rockies.          Heritage Guide and learn about the richhike or perhaps take part in an eveningwildlife discovery. You’ve then time to         See Athabasca Falls and stop at the Columbia       natural history of the area. Look forward torelax before tonight’s activity – a stylishalfresco dining experience set for you by       Icefield. Here, board an Ice Explorer vehicle      a relaxing evening left free for you to enjoythe tranquil shores of Trefoil Lake. Relaxin this memorable setting and absorbthe         and journey onto the surface of Athabasca          your time in this beautiful setting.           BD                                                Glacier. Later, wander along the Glacier           Day 10. Lake Louise, Banff.                                                Skywalk before admiring Peyto Lake.                    The morning takes you along the                                                                                                   Trans-Canada Highway to Banff. Verdant                                                Continue to the Fairmont Chateau Lake              forests, lakes and soaring mountain peaks –                                                                                                   Banff is surrounded by natural wonders. On                                                Louise, where you’ll be treated to views of        a tour of the alpine town, look for the Rocky                                                                                                   Mountain-style heritage buildings which                                                the famous turquoise waters from your room.        feature locally sourced natural materials.                                                Two Night Stay: Banff National Park,                                                Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise                                                in aLakeview Room.                             BPage 16
You can’t visit Banff without a ride onthe Banff Gondola, which whisks you tothe top of Sulphur Mountain for panoramicviews. On return to ground level, you’ll meeta Mountie and hear tales of the iconic RoyalCanadian Mounted Police.This evening,enjoy dinner back at your hotel.Three Night Stay: Banff National Park,Fairmont Banff Springsin a Mountain View Room.                      BDDay 11. Banff.     It’s your turn to choose how you’d liketo experience Banff National Park thanksto the Freedom of Choice inclusions onoffer today. You may like to take part in theBanff Experience – which includes a visitto the Cave and Basin National HistoricSite. Alternatively, soar above the mountainsand trees on a wonderful heli-flightseeingtrip. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along BowRiver or, for an action-packed experience,learn to be a Canadian ice hockey playerwith an elite team. You might like to spendyour morning relaxing at the WillowStream Spa or set out on a cruise onLake Minnewanka. After, enjoy free time. BDay 12. Banff.                                    Spot majestic elk whose antlers can grow up to an incredible four feet in height     World Heritage-listed Banff National                                                  of Hell’s Gate in Fraser Canyon and admire        ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISEPark is without a doubt one of the mostincredible locations of Canada’s Rocky            the towering peaks of the Coast Mountains as      Day 16. Vancouver, Embark Ship.Mountains. While it is best known as awinter playground, the warmer months              you travel to Vancouver. Settle in and enjoy      Greet your ship at Vancouver Harbourgive way to endless sweeps of lush, greenlandscapes. As the snow begins to melt,           leisure time upon arrival at your hotel.          and settle in for your unforgettable Insidetumbles of crystal-clear water rushes intolakes and streams, hiking trails through          Two Night Stay: Vancouver,                        Passage cruise. This evening, enjoy a Sailpine forests and along mountainsides areunveiled, and bears awaken from theirwinter slumber. Rising to a full day atleisure here, there are virtually endlessopportunities for both relaxation andadventure. How will you spend your freetime in one of the most naturally beautifullocations on Earth? Your APT Tour Directorwill be on hand throughout the day shouldyou need any inspiration. This evening, dineat any one of your hotel’s fine restaurants. BDROCKY MOUNTAINEER                                 Fairmont Waterfront Hotel.                    BL  Away Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill.RAIL JOURNEY                                                  Day 15. Vancouver.                                Seven Night Cruise:Holland America Line’sDay 13. Banff, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops.Board the Rocky Mountaineer and relax in          Step out for a sightseeing tour of Vancouver      ms Nieuw Amsterdam in aGoldLeaf Service. From your split-level, glass-dome carriage, you’ll traverse Kicking Horse      that will introduce you to the city’s must-see    Verandah Stateroom.                          BDPass, which takes you across the ContinentalDivide of the Americas. Travel through            attractions. Visit Stanley Park, a world-class,   Day 17. Cruise the Inside Passage.                                                                                                    Enjoy a full day at sea as your ship cruisesthe Spiral Tunnels and along the South            400-hectare evergreen oasis located just          along coastal British Columbia and the AlaskaThompson River to the city of Kamloops.                                                             Panhandle. Glide past rocky headlands andStay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by              steps away from downtown Vancouver. Then          over the icy waters of the Inside Passage, oneRocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited                                                             of the most picturesque sea lanes in the world,accommodation – two or three-star hotels). BL     head to Granville Island, the bustling heart      and one of the few where deep-draft vessels                                                                                                    can sail close to steep mountain walls. BLD                                                  of Vancouver’s cultural scene. Here, wander                                                  amid the colourful public market. You’ll also                                                  see picturesque English Bay and Vancouver                                                  Harbour, before enjoying the afternoon and                                                  evening to spend at your leisure. Perhaps         Day 18. Juneau.Day 14. Kamloops,                                 wander through the old cobblestone streets        Spend the morning on your ship, takingRocky Mountaineer, Vancouver.Your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey continues     of Gastown, whilst others may prefer to visit     in soaring cliffs and glaciers. Continue tothis morning. Relax while you glide paststeep rocky slopes as your train follows the      the shopping mecca of Robson Street. As the       Alaska’s capital, Juneau, set at the foot of theThompson River. Pass the thundering waters                                                  land portion of your journey draws to an end,     majestic Coast Mountains on the Gastineau                                                  get together with your fellow travellers and      Channel. Here, you may explore at leisure,                                                  Tour Director during a special dinner.     BD     or set off on one of the exciting excursions                                                                                                    available to you (own expense).              BLDPage 17
Step aboard an Ice Explorer vehicle and traverse the surface of Athabasca GlacierDay 19. Skagway.                               above the water. Look up as you may even        glimpse of wildlife, or relax and make useArrive in Skagway, at the Inside Passage’s     spot bald eagles circling overhead.  BLD        of the amenities on board your ship.     BLDnorthernmost point. Once a gateway city for    Day 21. Ketchikan.                              Day 23. Disembark Ship, DepartVancouver.                                               Set on the shores of the Tongass Narrows,the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway’s frontier-    Ketchikan and its surrounds present a range     Disembark your ship on arrival in Vancouver                                               of attractions. See Misty Fjords Nationalstyle atmosphere remains evident today.        Monument – one of America’s largest             and transfer to the airport.                      B                                               wilderness areas, with glacial valleysMany of its colourful heritage buildings       and frosted peaks where wildlife roam.                                               Spend the day as you please on shore. BLDare now protected as part of the KlondikeGold Rush National Historical Park.       BLD                                                  2019 DATES& PRICES (A$)Day 20. Glacier Bay National Park.             Day 22. The Inside Passage.                     23 Days Victoria to Vancouver fromDraw back your curtains to World Heritage-     Heading south through the Inside Passage,listed Glacier Bay National Park, with its     this is your last chance to enjoy the glorious         $15,895rivers of ice and skyscraping peaks. As you    landscapes as you advance closer tocruise you’ll benefit from commentary from     Vancouver. Perhaps you’ll spend some time                  per person, twin sharelocal rangers who have come aboard your        above deck, hoping to capture one lastship. Keep watch for whales, which are                                                         23 Days Victoria to Vancouver(UT23BWIV)known to grace these waters frequently, as                                                     May 17.well as harbor seals and sea otters bobbing                                                                                                                   Twin from Solo from                                                                                               Verandah Stateroom  $15,895              $21,245                                                                                               Verandah Suite      $16,895 $23,245                                                                                               June 21.            $16,995 $23,095                                                                                               Aug. 9, 30.                                                                                               Verandah StateroomYour Unforgettable Holiday Includes...                                                         Verandah Suite      $17,595 $24,295           The services of a dedicated APT Tour Director and Cruise Escort                            For the most up to date prices,           GoldLeaf Service on your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey                                  visit aptouring.com.au/UT23BWIV           Seven-night Holland America Line Alaska Inside Passage cruise      in a guaranteed Verandah Stateroom                                                       PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities             Freedom of Choice Inclusions in five locations                                    and sundries. Please ensure your onward flight from           A total of 46 meals, as well as complimentary beverages                             Vancouver departs no earlier than 1pm. A 16-Day land           throughout your cruise                                                              only tour (UT16BWI) is also available, refer to Days 1-16.                                                                                               Enquire for further details and pricing. See pages 194-195                                                                                               for further information as well as all terms and conditions.Page 18
CALGARYSTAMPEDE,ROCKIES &21 DaysYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES                                            Day 3. Calgary Stampede                Day 8. Jasper, Blue River-/ Enjoy your two-day 'Stampede Thrill Package'                        Enjoy a full day to return to          Walk through Maligne Canyon     to experience rodeo in style                                                                       Stampede Park and experience           before descending the Canadian-/ Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your     seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise                   all of the delights that the Calgary   Rockies and journeying to Blue-/ 13 nights premium accommodation                                     Stampede has to offer.             B   River. Set off on a River Safari to-/ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver-/ 37 meals – 20 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 11 dinners (D)      Day 4. Calgary,Banff                   Grizzly Bear Valley. Later, arrive-/ Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers           This morning, depart for beautiful                                                                       Banff National Park. Visit Yamnuska    at your beautiful overnight escape,INSIDER EXPERIENCES                                                    Wolfdog Sanctuary along the way.                                                                       On arrival in Banff, enjoy a           the Mike Wiegele Heli Village.     Experience a Welcome Reception at Calgary Tower                   sightseeing tour and get to know     Visit Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary                                  the town’s stunning surrounds.         Stay: Blue River,     Enjoy a River Safari to Grizzly Bear Valley, keeping              Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. BD     an eye out for bears, eagles and moose along the way                                                     Mike Wiegele Heli Village.          BD     Awake to striking mountainscapes at Blue River’s     Mike Wiegele Heli Village                                         Day 5. Banff                           ROCKY MOUNTAINEER     Experience a special Farewell Dinner at The Butchart Gardens      Today is at your leisure to discover   OPTION (JASPER TO                                                                       beautiful Banff. Perhaps join a Banff  VANCOUVER)                                                                       Experience tour, take a Bow River      Perhaps replace Days 8 and 9                                                                       float trip or embark on a heli-        touring with a memorable rail                                                                       flightseeing tour (own expense). B     journey to Vancouver aboard                                                                                                              the Rocky Mountaineer                                                                                                              (see box on page 49).                                                                       Day 6. Banff, Lake Louise              Day 9. Blue River, Vancouver                                                                       After a leisurely morning, visit       Travel through the Cariboo region                                                                       Moraine Lake (weather permitting)      before arriving in Vancouver.                                                                       on your way to Lake Louise,            Two Nights: Vancouver,                                                                       the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’.            Coast Coal Harbour.                  B                                                                       Stay: Lake Louise Inn.             BD  Day 10. Vancouver                                                                                                              Enjoy a tour of Vancouver, taking                                                                       Day 7. Lake Louise,Day 1. Arrive Calgary            Day 2. Calgary Stampede               Icefields Parkway,                     in some of its most iconic sights.Upon arrival in Calgary today                                                                                 Consider taking a Grouse Mountainyou’ll be met and transferred    Your two-day ‘Stampede Thrill         Athabasca Glacier, Jasper              gondola ride(own expense). Bto your hotel. Enjoy a WelcomeReception at Calgary Tower and   Package’ includes a ticket to the     Journey along the Icefieldsget to know your fellow guestsand Travelmarvel Tour Director.  Afternoon Rodeo, gate admission;      Parkway today and stop at              Day 11. Vancouver, WhistlerThree Nights: Calgary,                                                                                        Take a scenic drive along theMarriott Downtown Hotel.         a souvenir program, an evening        Athabasca Glacier for a thrilling      Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler.                                                                                                              Stay: Whistler,                                 ticket to the Chuckwagon Races        Ice Explorer ride. Then continue on    Summit Lodge& Spa.                                 and the Grandstand Show, and          to the alpine resort town of Jasper.                                 two thrilling Skyrides over           Stay: Jasper,                                                               B                                 Stampede Park.                     B  Marmot Lodge.                      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Glacier Bay Skagway                                                       2 FOR 1                                     Calgary Stampede, Rockies & Alaska Cruise                                                                           Alaska                                             See pages 28-29                                                                            USA                                                   for details                                                                                  Ketchikan                                                                                              British                                         or ms Volendam                                                                       National Park                                        Coach                                                 2 Vancouver Kamloops            2 Banff                                        Cruise                                        Optional Rocky                                                                        National Park                                        Mountaineer                                        Stay (no. of nights)Day 12. Whistler, Victoria              Day 18. Glacier Bay                     ROCKY MOUNTAINEER OPTION (JASPER TO VANCOUVER)On your return from Whistler,           Wake to the breathtaking sighteither board a ferry across the         of Glacier Bay National Park. BLD       Enjoy superb views of the                     Day 9. Rocky                                                                                passing scenery during thisGeorgia Strait to Victoria or perhaps   Day 19. Ketchikan                       spectacular two-day rail journey              Mountaineer, Vancouver                                                                                aboard the Rocky Mountaineer,consider taking a floatplane flight     In Ketchikan, consider joining          as well as delicious meals and                Your journey aboard the                                                                                excellent service.to Victoria (own expense).              a walking tour or learning about                                                      Rocky Mountaineer continuesTwo Nights: Victoria,                   Tlingit culture at Saxman Native                                                      this morning as you travelThe Parkside Hotel & Spa.            B  Village (own expense).          BLD                                                   towards the Pacific Ocean.Day 13.Victoria                                                                 Day 8. Rocky Mountaineer,                     You will pass the stunning naturalEnjoy time at leisure then visitThe Butchart Gardens. Perhaps           Day 20. Inside Passage                  Kamloops                                      attractions of Hell’s Gate andtake a whale-watching cruise or         Enjoy the scenery and comforts ofa horse-drawn carriage tour (own        your ship during a day at sea. BLD      Board the Rocky Mountaineer in                Fraser Canyon en route to theexpense). Tonight, visit The ButchartGardens for a Farewell Dinner. BD                                               Jasper, settle in and relax as you            city of Vancouver where you                                        Day 21. Disembark Cruise,               prepare for two days of beautiful             will rejoin your tour.              BL                                        Depart Vancouver                                        Your journey comes to an end            Rocky Mountain sights. Pass Mt                Price per       Twin        Solo                                        today. After breakfast, transfer to                                                   person from     Share       Traveller                                        the airport for your onwardflight. B    Robson and Pyramid Falls. Arrive                                                                                                                              SilverLeaf      $1,675      $1,675Day 14. Victoria, Vancouver,                                                    in Kamloops late this afternoon                                                                                                                              GoldLeaf        $2,335      $2,335Embark Cruise                                                                   and enjoy the evening at leisure.Travel by ferry from Victoria                                                   Stay: Kamloops, hotel assignedto Vancouver and board your                                                     by Rocky Mountaineer.                     BLpremium cruise ship.                    1. Be thrilled by the Calgary StampedeSeven Nights: Holland AmericaLine’s ms Volendam orms Nieuw Amsterdam.              BD     2019 Dates & Prices (A$)Day 15. Inside Passage                  21 Days – Calgary to Vancouver (URJWCV21)Enjoy the day at sea, cruisingthe beautiful Inside Passage. BLD                                               Outside Stateroom Lanai Stateroom                             Verandah StateroomDay 16. Juneau                          Per person                              Twin Share    Solo Traveller  Twin Share      Solo Traveller  Twin Share  Solo Traveller                                        July 4†.In Juneau, perhaps join a dog sled      July 7#.                                $9,995        $14,145         $10,495         $15,145         $11,545     $17,245                                        July 11†.                               $9,995        $14,145               —               —         $10,695     $15,545ride, try a salmon bake or pan for                                              $9,995        $14,145                                         $11,545     $17,245                                                                                                              $10,495         $15,145gold (own expense).              BLDDay 17. Skagway                         Tour NotesEnjoy free time to perhaps dig forgold, learn about Skagway’s history     conditions. 14 Day land tour (URJWC14) is available.or view wildlife (own expense). BLDPage 20
Calgary Stampede                   & Alaska Cruise                   22 Days – Victoria to Vancouver                   14 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage Cruise                                                     1                                                  Your Included                                                                                                        Signature Experiences                                                                  1 Jasper National Park                                                                          1                                  Explore The Butchart Gardens before                                                                                                             the crowds arrive and enjoy breakfast                                                                                                             in the original Butchart family residence                                                                                                             On the shores of Lake Louise, discover                                                                                                             the natural history of the region with                                                                                                             an expert Mountain Heritage Guide                                                                                                             Witness the Calgary Stampede,                                                                                                             billed as ‘The Greatest Outdoor                                                                                                             Show on Earth’                                                                                                             Meet a Mountie in Banff and hear tales                                                                                                              of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police                                                                                                             Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner at the                                                                                                             renowned Pinnacle Grill on board                                                                                                             your Holland America Line ship                                                                                                        KEY                                                                                                             SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE                                                                                                             FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Sightseeing                                                                                                             FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Dining                                                                                                        (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) DinnerARRIVE & RELAX IN VICTORIA                        D  ALPINE WONDERS & WILDLIFE                          you will feel far away from the everyday                                                                                                        during your stay in this serene setting.Day 1. Arrive Victoria.                              Day 3. Victoria, Georgia Strait, Whistler.         Here, the grass seems greener, the air infinitelyOn arrival in Victoria, you’ll be met and            Make a brief stop in Chemainus before taking       clearer, and a sense of relaxation washes overtransferred to your hotel. Take some time            the ferry across Georgia Strait. Treasure the      you. After settling in, enjoy a delicious mealto settle in to your room then meet your             scenery as you travel north along the Sea to       in the Dove Lodge dining room this evening,fellow travellers at a Welcome Dinner.               Sky Highway, passing Shannon Falls before          where each delicious meal is created usingTwo Night Stay: Victoria,                            arriving at Whistler.                              ingredients grown on the ranch.Hotel Grand Pacific.                                                                                    Two Night Stay: Echo Valley Ranch & Spa. BD                                                       Perhaps take a one-hour floatplane flightDay 2. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens.                 from Victoria to Whistler (own expense).                                                       Arrive in Whistler by midday and enjoy         This morning visit The Butchart               more time at leisure.                            Day 5. Echo Valley.Gardens and enjoy breakfast in the original          Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. BD         A hearty breakfast will set you up forButchart residence. With access to the               THE STUNNING                                       a full day out on the ranch. How you                                                     CARIBOO MOUNTAINSgardens before the crowds arrive you’ll relish                                                          experience the valley is up to you as you                                                     Day 4. Whistler, Echo Valley.the chance to inspect one of the world’s             Leaving Whistler and the pretty Coast              choose from three outdoor activities.                                                     Mountains after breakfast, your journeymost celebrated floral gardens in serenity.          continues along the Sea to Sky Highway.            You may like to go horse riding on a guided                                                     Travel past mirror-like lakes and via the ruralYou’ll no doubt find it hard to believe the          towns of Pemberton and Lillooet on the way         adventure along the gentle trails surrounding                                                     to Echo Valley Ranch & Spa. Part wildernesssite was once a vast limestone cement                resort, part luxury ranch and part eco-lodge,      the ranch, enjoying views towards valleys                                                     this is a truly unique property. Set in a privatequarry. Afterwards, spend the afternoon on           valley amid thousands of acres of pristine         coated with boreal forests, barren mountains                                                     countryside within the Cariboo Mountains,your chosen activity. Perhaps join a whale                                                              and rolling grasslands. Alternatively, enjoywatching cruise; take in views on a seaplane                                                            a guided hike and learn about the floraflight; learn about the city’s heritage district                                                        and fauna of the region. Or perhaps joinon a guided tour; fish for salmon; ride                                                                 a dedicated fishing guide and head to one ofthrough Victoria in a horse-drawn carriage;                                                             the many nearby lakes to try your hand at flyor delight in afternoon tea at the elegant                                                              fishing for rainbow trout. With the remainderFairmont Empress. The evening is free to                                                                of the day at leisure, perhaps you’d like tospend asyou wish.                                 B                                                     head out and explore on your own.          BLDPage 21
The pounding of hooves on the earth indicates the beginning of Calgary Stampede chuckwagon racing                                                    ITINERARY OVERVIEWDay  Destination  Included Highlight                                            Day Destination           Included Highlight1    Victoria     Welcome Dinner                                                12   Banff, Kamloops      Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf2    Victoria     The Butchart Gardens                                          13   Kamloops, Vancouver  Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf3    Whistler     Shannon Falls                                                 14   Vancouver            Guided city tour4    Echo Valley  Cariboo Mountains                                             15   Vancouver            Holland America Line cruise5    Echo Valley  Freedom of Choice                                             16   Inside Passage       Islands and fjords6    Jasper       Wells Gray Provincial Park                                    17   Juneau               Alaska’s capital at leisure7    Lake Louise  Ice Explorer glacier tour                                     18   Skagway              Klondike Gold Rush heritage8    Calgary      Calgary Stampede                                              19   Glacier Bay          Glaciers and wildlife9    Calgary      Calgary Stampede                                              20   Ketchikan            Ketchikan at leisure10   Banff        Banff Gondola, meet a Mountie                                 21   Inside Passage       Coastal British Columbia11   Banff        Freedom of Choice                                             22   Vancouver            Farewell    CANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING                          Then perhaps relax on the verandah and          EXPERIENCE THE GREATEST    ROCKY MOUNTAINS                                                                                 OUTDOOR SHOW ON EARTH                                                    catch the sunset over Lac Beauvert.     Day 6. Echo Valley, Wells Gray,                                                                Day 8. Lake Louise, Calgary.     Mt Robson, Jasper.                             Stay: Jasper National Park,                                                                                                        On the shores of Lake Louise, join          Breaking up your journey into the         Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.                BLD  an expert Mountain Heritage Guideand     Canadian Rocky Mountains today, you’ll                                                         learn about the rich natural history of the     stop to visit Wells Gray Provincial Park,      Day 7. Jasper,                                  area. Then, don your Stetson as you arrive     which protects most of the highest regions                                                     in Calgary and experience the cowboy     of the Cariboo Mountains. Here, among          Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise.                 fever of the annual Calgary Stampede,     other incredible sights, you’ll see stunning                                                   a famous event that attracts the world’s best     Spahats Creek Falls rising from snowmelt       Join the Icefields Parkway and wind             rodeo champions.Billed as ‘The Greatest     and tranquil springs at a pass between Raft                                                    Outdoor Show on Earth’, this is the most     Mountain and Trophy Mountain. Your journey     through the Rockies. Pause to take in           anticipated rodeo event of the year. Your     continues to Mt Robson, the highest peak in                                                    two-day ‘Stampede Thrill Package’ includes:     the Canadian Rockies, where you’ll stop to     Maligne Canyon, the deepest canyon in the       a rodeo ticket for the main grandstand; gate     admire this majestic crest, before crossing                                                    admission; souvenir program; an evening     from British Columbia to Alberta, arriving     Rockies. You will also have the opportunity     ticket to the Chuckwagon Races and the     later in Jasper National Park. After settling                                                  Grandstand Show; two Skyrides over     in to your room, choose from a number of       to take in Athabasca Falls, before stopping     Stampede Park; and a cowboy hat and bag.     restaurants in which to enjoy your dinner.                                                    at the Columbia Icefield. Here, you’ll board    Two Night Stay: Calgary, Fairmont Palliser. BPage 22                                                    an Ice Explorer vehicle and journey onto the                                                    surface of Athabasca Glacier. Continue into                                                    Banff National Park and admire Peyto Lake                                                    before arriving at Lake Louise. Choose                                                    where to dine this evening at your hotel.                                                    Stay: Banff National Park,                                                    Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise                                                    in a Lakeview Room.                        BD
Day 9. Calgary.Enjoy a full day today to return to StampedePark and absorb the excitement of theCalgary Stampede. Celebrating Calgary’swestern heritage and values, the Stampedeis embraced by the local community and alsoattracts over one million visitors per year.Feel the excitement at one of the world’slargest rodeos, which includes events suchas bareback-riding and steer-wrestling, aswell as chuckwagon racing, stage shows,parades, concerts, agricultural competitionsand First Nations exhibitions.                 BDay 10. Calgary, Banff.         Your sights set back on the CanadianRockies, travel to Banff and acquaint yourselfwith the town during a tour. You can’t visitBanff without a ride on the Banff Gondola,which whisks you to the top of SulphurMountain for panoramic views out over sixsurrounding mountain ranges. On return toground level, you’ll meet a Mountie and heartales of the iconic Royal Canadian MountedPolice. Your travels will be rewarded withdinner at one of your hotel’s restaurants.Two Night Stay: Banff National Park,Fairmont Banff Springs.                       BDDay 11. Banff.                                    The Calgary Stampede attracts the world’s finest rodeo champions     Today, you may like to take part in theBanff Experience – which includes a visitto the Cave and Basin National Historic Site.Alternatively, absorb captivating bird’s-eyeviews of the park on a wonderful heli-flightseeing trip. Perhaps enjoy a float tripalong Bow River or, for an action-packedexperience, learn what it takes to be aCanadian ice hockey player with an eliteteam. Spend your morning relaxing at theWillow Stream Spa or set out on a cruiseon Lake Minnewanka. With some free timeat hand after your activity, there’s virtuallyendless opportunities for both relaxationand adventure here in Banff National Park. BROCKY MOUNTAINEER                                 COSMOPOLITAN VANCOUVER                           evening, you’ll be treated to a delightfulRAIL JOURNEY                                                  Day 14. Vancouver.                               Sail Away Dinner at the renowned PinnacleDay 12. Banff, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops.       Ice-capped mountain peaks emergingBoard the Rocky Mountaineer and relax             between gleaming skyscrapers, beaches            Grill, featuring a selection of innovativein GoldLeaf Service. Traverse Kicking Horse       fringing sprawling green areas – have youPass, which takes you across the Continental      ever seen a city quite like Vancouver? On a      dishes in an intimate setting.Divide of the Americas. See the Spiral            guided tour, visit Stanley Park, a world-class,                                                  400-hectare evergreen oasis located just         Seven Night Cruise:Holland America Line’sTunnels, travel along South Thompson River        steps away from downtown Vancouver. Thenand journey past Shuswap Lake to Kamloops.        head to Granville Island, the bustling heart     ms Nieuw Amsterdam or ms Volendam                                                  of Vancouver’s cultural scene. Here, wanderStay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by              amid the colourful public market. You’ll also    in a Verandah Stateroom.                     BDRocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited           see picturesque English Bay and Vancouver                                                  Harbour, before enjoying the afternoon and       Day 16. Cruise the Inside Passage.accommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL      evening to spend at your leisure. You may        Enjoy a full day at sea as your ship cruises                                                  like to wander through Gastown, visit the        along the idyllic coastal British ColumbiaDay 13. Kamloops,                                 shopping mecca of Robson Street, or admire       and the Alaska Panhandle. Glide past rocky                                                  the beauty of Queen Elizabeth Park. Tonight,     headlands, fjords and islets as you make yourRocky Mountaineer, Vancouver.                     as the land portion of your tour ends, enjoy     way north through the Inside Passage, one of                                                  a special dinner with your fellow guests. BD     the most picturesque sea lanes in the world,Your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey                                                                and one of the few where deep-draft vessels                                                  ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE                     can sail right up close to the mountain walls.continues today. Sit back and relax as                                                             Spend time taking in the scenery from your                                                  Day 15. Vancouver, Embark Ship.                  verandah or perhaps step above deck. BLDyour train glides past steep rocky slopes             Board your ship and settle in for youralongside the Thompson River. Travel past         unforgettable Inside Passage cruise. Thisthe thundering waters of Hell’s Gate in Fraser                                                     Day 17. Juneau.Canyon and the towering peaks of the Coast                                                         Take in soaring cliffs and glaciers as youMountains on your way to Vancouver.                                                                cruise onwards to Alaska’s capital, Juneau.Two Night Stay: Vancouver,                                                                         Here, you may explore at leisure, or set offFairmont Waterfront Hotel.                    BL                                                   on one of the exciting excursions available                                                                                                   to you (own expense).                       BLDPage 23
Admire Mt Robson, the Rockies’ highest peakDay 18. Skagway.                                 to explain the geological wonders and point   Day 21. The Inside Passage.Arrive in Skagway, at the Inside Passage’s       out some of the diverse wildlife and marinenorthernmost point. Once a gateway city for      mammals. You may be among the lucky few       Heading south through the Inside Passage,the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway’s frontier-      to sight whales in the wild. Humpbacks andstyle atmosphere remains evident today, with     orcas are known to grace these waters. BLD    this is your last chance to enjoy the gloriousmany of its colourful heritage buildings nowprotected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush      Day 20. Ketchikan.                            landscapes as you advance closer to yourNational Historical Park. Here, a variety of     A cheerful town set on the shores of theexcursions are on offer (own expense). BLD       Tongass Narrows, Ketchikan presents a         final port of call.           BLD                                                 range of attractions, including Misty FjordsDay 19. Glacier Bay National Park.               National Monument – one of America’s          Day 22. Disembark Ship, DepartVancouver.Wake to the breathtaking sight of World          largest wilderness areas. Disembark andHeritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park,       spend the day exploring as you please.        Disembark your ship on arrival in Vancouverwhich boasts more actively calving tidewater     Ketchikan is also widely known as one ofglaciers than anywhere else in the world.        the best places to watch the annual salmon    and transfer to the airport.                                     BCruise through the national park and take        run, as all species of wild Pacific salmon                                                                                                2019 DATES& PRICES (A$)in the rivers of ice and sky-high peaks. You’ll  make their way back to the waterwaysbenefit from the insightful commentary of                                                      22 Days Victoria to Vancouver from                                                 near town to spawn.                   BLD                                                                                                     $1 7,49 5local rangers who will come aboard your ship                                                   per person, twin shareYour Unforgettable Holiday Includes...                                                         22 Days Victoria to Vancouver(UT22BWCIV)                                                                                               June 29.                                                                                               July 3.                                                                                                                                           Twin from Solo from         The services of a dedicated APT Tour Director and Cruise Escort                       Verandah Stateroom   $17,495 $23,845         Reserved rodeo tickets at the Calgary Stampede                                                                                               Verandah Suite       $18,395 $25,645         GoldLeaf Service on your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey                               PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities         Seven-night Holland America Line Alaska Inside Passage cruise                         and sundries. Please ensure your onward flight from         in a guaranteed Verandah Stateroom                                                    Vancouver departs no earlier than 1pm. A 15-Day land                                                                                               only tour (UT15BWCI) is also available, refer to Days 1-15.                                                                                               Enquire for further details and pricing. See pages 194-195                                                                                               for further information as well as all terms and conditions.         APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in five locationsPage 24  A total of 46 meals, as well as complimentary beverages         throughout your cruise
HIGHLIGHTSOF EASTERN& WESTERNCANADA WITHALASKA CRUISE28 DaysToronto n Niagara Falls n OttawaQuébec City n Montréal n CalgaryBanff n Lake Louise n JasperVancouver n Victoria n InsidePassageYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES                                                Day 3. Kingston,                      Day 9. Montréal                                                                                                                 Explore the sights of Montréal.     9 nights in Eastern Canada and 11 nights in Western Canada            1000 Islands, Ottawa                  Then enjoy time at leisure before     staying in premium accommodation                                                                            dining at alocal restaurant. BD     Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your                         Stop at Kingston for a picturesque     seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise     Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver          1000 Islands cruise on your way     48 meals – 27 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L) and 14 dinners (D)     A Welcome Breakfast and a special Farewell Dinner                     to the city of Ottawa.                Day 10. Montréal, Calgary     Tipping for all staff, port charges and airport transfers                                                   Fly from Montréal to Calgary (flight                                                                           Two Nights: Ottawa,                   not included). Enjoy a WelcomeINSIDER EXPERIENCES                                                                                              Reception at Calgary Tower.                                                                           Lord Elgin Hotel.                  B  Stay: Calgary, Marriott Downtown. B     Relax at Station Touristique Duchesnay by Lac-Saint-Joseph     Embark on a Black Bear Tour in the Lac-Saint-Joseph region            Day 4. Ottawa                      B  Day 11. Calgary, Banff     Savour a meal at a local Sugar Shack                                  Enjoy a sightseeing tour of           En route to Banff, visit Yamnuska     Enjoy a Welcome Reception at Calgary Tower                            Canada’s capitalcity today.           Wolfdog Sanctuary. Tour Banff     Visit Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary                                                                            and its stunning surrounds.     Experience a River Safari to Grizzly Bear Valley                      Day 5. Ottawa,                        Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. BD     Absorb the views at Blue River’s Mike Wiegele Heli Village     Enjoy a Farewell Dinner at The Butchart Gardens                       Lac-Saint-Joseph                                                                           Travel to Lac-Saint-Joseph to relax                                                                           at Station Touristique Duchesnay.                                                                           Later, watch for black bears from     Day 12. Banff                                                                           a viewing tower (available June –     Enjoy today at leisure to explore                                                                           September).                           Banff. Perhaps take a Bow River                                                                           Stay: Lac-Saint-Joseph, Station       float trip or a heli-flightseeing                                                                           Touristique Duchesnay.           BD   tour (own expense).                B                                                                           Day 6. Lac-Saint-Joseph,              Day 13. Banff, Lake Louise Visit                                                                           Québec City                           Moraine Lake (weather                                                                           Continue to Québec City, where        permitting) before continuing to                                                                           you will enjoy lunch at a Sugar       the iconic Lake Louise, known                                                                           Shack. Then take a sightseeing        as ‘The Jewel of the Rockies’.                                                                           tour of this cosmopolitan city.       Stay: Lake Louise Inn.             BD                                                                           Two Nights: Québec City,                                                                           Hotel Manoir Victoria.           BL   Day 14. Lake Louise, Icefields                                                                                                                 Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper                                                                           Day 7. Québec CityDay 1. Arrive Toronto                 Day 2. Niagara Falls                 Enjoy today at leisure to explore     Journey along the IcefieldsYour journey begins today as youarrive in Toronto, where you will be  Visit Niagara-on-the-Lake, before    the city however you wish.         B  Parkway and ride an Ice Explorermet at the airport and transferredto your hotel.                        embarking on an exciting Niagara                                           onto Athabasca Glacier. LaterTwo Nights: Toronto,Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre.       Falls cruise. Perhaps gain another   Day 8. Québec City, Montréal          today, travel to Jasper National                                                                           Travel to Montréal today.                                      perspective of this natural wonder   Two Nights: Montréal,                 Park for an overnight stay.                                                                           Marriott Chateau Champlain.                                      with a helicopter ride over the                                            Stay: Jasper,                                      falls (own expense).             BD                                     B  Mountain Park Lodges.              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2 FOR 1                                     Highlights of Eastern & Western Canada with Alaska Cruise                                                                                                                              See pages 28-29                                                                                                                                  for details                                        Glacier Bay                                                            Ketchikan                                                                                  Banff                                                                 Québec                                        Victoria 2                                                                                                  2 City                                                                                                                                                  2 Montréal                                                                                                                              Toronto 2                                                                                                                                              Kingston                                                                                                                                              Niagara Falls                                                                   Coach                                                                   Cruise                                                                   Optional Rocky Mountaineer                                                                   Flight (not included in tourprice)                                                                   Stay (no. of nights)Day 15. Jasper, Blue River              Days 22-27. Inside Passage Cruise         ROCKY MOUNTAINEER (JASPER TO VANCOUVER)Travel to Blue River for an exciting    See pages 35-37 for full itinerarywildlife River Safari. Then, stay       details of your cruise.    BLD            Perhaps replace Days 15-16 with a           Day 16. Rocky                                                                                  journey on the RockyMountaineer.at Mike Wiegele Heli Village.           Day 28. Disembark Cruise,                                                             Mountaineer, VancouverStay: Blue River,                       Depart Vancouver                          Day 15. Rocky                               Travel through the Rockies toMike Wiegele Heli Village.         BD   Disembark your cruise for the final       Mountaineer, Kamloops                       Vancouver, where you will rejoinDay 16. Blue River, Vancouver           time and transfer to the airport for      Board the Rocky Mountaineer                 your tour for a city tour.          BLTravel to Vancouver.                    your onward flight.            B          in Jasper and pass by beautiful             Price per       Twin           Solo                                                                                                                              person from     Share          TravellerTwo Nights: Vancouver,                                                            scenery en route to Kamloops.                                                                                                                              SilverLeaf      $1,675         $1,675Coast Coal Harbour Hotel.          B                                              Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned                                                                                                                              GoldLeaf        $2,335         $2,335Day 17. Vancouver                       1. Enjoy Victoria’s quintessential charm  by Rocky Mountaineer.                   BLTour Vancouver today, beforeenjoying time at leisure.          B    2019 Dates & Prices (A$)Day 18. Vancouver, Whistler             28 Days – Toronto to Vancouver (UREJWC28)Head along the Sea to SkyHighway to Whistler.               B                                              Outside Stateroom Lanai Stateroom                           Verandah StateroomStay: Summit Lodge & Spa.Day 19. Whistler, Victoria              Per person                                Twin Share  Solo Traveller  Twin Share      Solo Traveller  Twin Share  Solo Traveller                                        May 2.Take a ferry across the Georgia Strait  May 9.                                    $11,495     $15,795         $11,895         $16,595         $12,895     $18,595                                        May 16.                                   $11,895     $16,195         $12,345         $17,095         $13,395     $19,195or a floatplane ride from Whistler to   June 6.                                   $11,895     $16,195         $12,395         $17,195         $13,445     $19,295                                        July 11.                                  $12,395     $16,845         $12,895         $17,845         $13,945     $19,945Victoria (own expense).                 July 25.                                  $12,595     $17,095         $13,095         $18,095         $14,145     $20,195                                        Aug. 15.                                  $12,395     $16,845         $12,845         $17,745         $13,795     $19,645Two Nights: Victoria,                   Aug. 22.                                  $12,295     $16,595         $12,695         $17,395         $13,545     $19,095                                        Aug. 24^.                                 $12,095     $16,395         $12,495         $17,195         $13,345     $18,895The Parkside Hotel & Spa.          B    Aug. 29.                                  $12,295     $16,745         $12,695         $17,545         $13,545     $19,245                                                                                  $12,095     $16,395         $12,495         $17,195         $13,345     $18,895Day 20. VictoriaTour Victoria and visit The ButchartGardens. This evening, enjoya Farewell Dinner here in theoriginal Butchart family home. BDDay 21. Victoria, Vancouver,            Aug. 31^.                                 $12,095 $16,545 $12,495 $17,345 $13,345 $19,045Embark Cruise                           Tour NotesBoard your premium ship inVancouver late this morning.Seven Nights: Holland AmericaLine’s ms Volendam.                BD   See pages 114-115 for terms &conditions.Page 26
CLASSIC                     Eastern Canada, Rockies                            & Alaska by Sea & LandJOURNEY                            35 Days – Toronto to Fairbanks                            27 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage Cruise                                                           Coach                                                                       40MAX.            Your Included                                                           Cruise                                                                                        Signature Experiences                            ALASKA                         Rail                                                           Flight (not included)                                                                              Create your own light display                                                           National Park                                                                                      on Niagara Falls                                                     1 No. of Nights Stay                                                                                     Experience a traditional sugar shack                                                                                                                                                              Explore The Butchart Gardens         FAIRBANKS 2 USA                                                                                                                                      Spot bears on a Blue River Safari                                                                                                                                                              Stroll with a Mountain Heritage Guide              Denali  2  2  Denali National    Park                                                                                                           Meet a Mountie in Banff         McKinley)          Talkeetna                                                                                                                         Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner(Mt                                                                                                                                                           Attend a mountaineering talk                                                                                                                                                              Enjoy an evening at the Music                            Whittier                                                                                                                          of Denali Musical Theatre                                                                                                                                                              Embark on a tundra wilderness tour                            College Fjord                                                                                                                     Take a sternwheeler cruise through                                                                                                                                                              the landscapes of Fairbanks                                  Glacier Bay  CANADA                                    Skagway                                                                                                              KEY         Icy Strait Point Juneau                                                                                                                              SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE         Island  7                  1PSe2uaknKsa11m1lo1JJoaaL2pssapspBekBNreaeaaNnrLntafiofoftfinuoanislaePl aPrakrk  Mont Tremblant   Québec                 FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Sightseeing                 Princess                                                                                                                             Ottawa 2  1 2 City               FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Dining                          Whistler                                                                                    TORONTO 2                          (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner                     Victoria 2                                                                                                        2 Montréal                                    Vancouver                                                                                          Lake Ontario                                                                                                                      Niagara Falls 1ARRIVE & RELAX IN TORONTO                            helicopter flight over the area (own expense).                                                      Day 5. Ottawa.Day 1. Arrive Toronto.                               Later, cruise out to the foot of Horseshoe Falls                                                    A city tour includes a visit to ParliamentOn arrival in Toronto, be met and transferred                                                     and feel the mist on your face as the great                                                         Hill, a National Historic Site that dominatesto your hotel, located in the heart of the city.Two Night Stay: Toronto,                             cascades tumble down right in front of you.                                                         the skyline. After, perhaps explore theFairmont Royal York.                                                     This evening, dine overlooking Niagara Falls                                                        Canadian Museum of History; visit the                                                     before an exclusive visit to the Illumination                                                       Canadian War Museum; or head out on                                                     Tower, where you can create your very own                                                           a guided bicycle tour. Alternatively, youDay 2. Toronto.                                      light display on the thunderingfalls.                                                               may prefer to take to the skies in a vintageAfter a Welcome Breakfast, get to know               Stay: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview                                                                open-cockpit biplane then visit the CanadaToronto on a tour that includes a trip up to         in a Fallsview Room.                                                                            BD  Aviation and Space Museum.                     Bthe LookOut Level of the CN Tower – an icon          CANADA’S HISTORIC CAPITAL                                                                           DISCOVER FRENCH CANADAof the Toronto skyline and the tallest free-standing structure in the western hemisphere.        Day 4. Niagara Falls, 1,000 Islands, Ottawa.                                                        Day 6. Ottawa, Mont Tremblant.Perhaps dedicate your free afternoon to              Admire incredible views over Niagara Falls                                                          Explore Parc Omega, home to a widefurther discoveries around busy Yonge-Dundas         during breakfast on the top floor of your                                                           variety of animal species including deer andsquare, often referred to as Toronto’s ‘Times        hotel. Then, set out alongside the shores                                                           black bears. Continue on to Mont TremblantSquare’ or the lovely harbourfront. Come             of Lake Ontario. Stop for a cruise amid the                                                         for a gondola ride which will allow you totogether for dinner tonight.                   BD    1,000 Islands which dot the waterways of                                                            take in the amazing views. For dinner tonight,SPECTACULAR NIAGARA FALLS                            Lake Ontario and the St Lawrence River on                                                           choose from a number of restaurants.Day 3. Toronto, Niagara Falls.                       the Canada-USA border. During the cruise,                                                           Stay: Mont Tremblant,    Leaving Toronto, the day takes you to            you’ll glide past some remarkable riverside                                                         Le Westin Resort & Spa.                     BDNiagara-on-the-Lake where you’ll have somefree time to explore the tree-lined streets and      architecture including holiday cottages,                                                            Day 7. Mont Tremblant, Québec City.restored homes in the charming town centre.Mighty Niagara Falls is your next stop, and on       castles and estates, all constructed on                                                                 Stop at a sugar shack for a tour andarrival you have the chance to take an optional                                                                                                          a Québecois lunch with live entertainment.                                                     the densely vegetated islands. On return                                                            Journey onwards to Québec City and                                                                                                                                                         discover its charm during a tour. Follow                                                     to land, continue by coach to Ottawa.                                                               cobblestone lanes to the Petit Champlain                                                     Two Night Stay: Ottawa,                                                     Fairmont Château Laurier.                                                                       BDPage 27
Take in the breathtaking landscapes of Jasper National Park                                                  ITINERARY OVERVIEWDay      Destination            Included Highlight                           Day Destination          Included Highlight1        Toronto                Arrive Eastern Canada                        19 Banff, Kamloops       Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf2        Toronto                Guided city tour, CN Tower                   20 Kamloops, Vancouver   Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf3        Niagara Falls          Niagara Falls cruise                         21 Vancouver             Guided city tour4        Ottawa                 1,000 Islandscruise                          22 Vancouver             Princess Cruises Alaska cruise5        Ottawa                 Freedom of Choice                            23 Inside Passage        Islands and fjords6        Mont Tremblant         Parc Omega, gondola ride                     24 Icy Strait Point      Tlingit village7        Québec City            Sugar shack, guided city tour                25 Juneau                Alaska’s capital at leisure8        Québec City            Freedom of Choice                            26 Skagway               Klondike Gold Rush heritage9        Montréal               Guided city tour                             27 Glacier Bay           Glaciers and wildlife10       Montréal               Freedom of Choice                            28 College Fjord         Tidewater glaciers11       Victoria               Arrive Western Canada                        29 Denali (Mt McKinley)  Direct-to-the-Wilderness12       Victoria               The Butchart Gardens                                                  rail service13       Whistler               Shannon Falls                                30 Denali (Mt McKinley)  Freedom of Choice14       Sun Peaks              Duffey and Seton lakes                                                Mountaineering talk, Music15       Jasper                 Blue River Safari, Mt Robson                 31 Denali National Park  of Denali Musical Theatre16       Lake Louise            Ice Explorer glacier tour                                             Tundra Wilderness Tour17       Banff                  Banff Gondola, meet a Mountie                32 Denali National Park  Sternwheeler cruise18       Banff                  Freedom of Choice                            33 Fairbanks             Gold Dredge 8 tour                                                                             34 Fairbanks             Farewell                                                                             35 Fairbanksdistrict, a charming neighbourhood echoing        on a walking tour. Perhaps cruise on the           Day 10. Montréal.                                                  St Lawrence River or take off on a culinarythat of a French riverside village. Wander        tour. Enjoy a free evening to further explore. B   Perhaps take a walking tour of Oldalong its oldest street, Rue du Petit-Champlain,                                                     Montréal; meet a Montréaler; explore theand admire Place-Royale. After some free          Day 9. Québec City, Montréal.                      underground complexes; or take a food tour.time in the afternoon, make your way back         Get to know the French-Canadian city of            On your last night in Eastern Canada, dine onto your hotel for dinner.                         Montréal and soak up the sights on a city          French fare at a Farewell Dinner in the heartTwo Night Stay: Québec City,                      tour. On this tour, enjoy the chance to stroll     of reminiscent Old Montréal.                    BDFairmont Le Château Frontenac.              BLD   through the leafy Place d’Armes, step inside       Day 11. Montréal, Victoria.Day 8. Québec City.                               the Notre Dame Basilica and wander to the          Your journey to Western Canada begins     This morning’s Freedom of Choice                                                  Kondiaronk lookout at Parc du Mont-Royal           today as you transfer to the airport foroptions will introduce you to a differentside of the city. You might like to take          for panoramic city views.                          your flight to Victoria (flight not included).in the sights on a romantic horse-drawncarriage ride or learn more about the city        Two Night Stay: Montréal,                          Two Night Stay: Delta Hotels Victoria                                                  Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth.                   B  Ocean Pointe Resort (or similar).               BDPage 28
EXPLORE BRITISH COLUMBIADay 12. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens.         Visit The Butchart Gardens beforethe crowds have arrived and enjoy breakfastin the original Butchart familyresidence.Spend the afternoon on your chosen activitythen enjoy a free evening in the city.          BDay 13. Victoria, Georgia Strait, Whistler.Lap up the scenery as you take the ferryacross Georgia Strait. Then travel along thestunning Sea to Sky Highway via ShannonFalls to the alpine village of Whistler.  Perhaps take a one-hour floatplane flight  from Victoria to Whistler (own expense).Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. BDDay 14. Whistler, Sun Peaks.                    BDTraverse the Coast Mountains, stoppingat both Duffey and Seton lakes en routeto Sun Peaks.Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel.Day 15. Sun Peaks, Blue River,Mt Robson, Jasper.         At Blue River, enjoy a river safari,watching for grizzly and black bears.On your way to Jasper, stop at Mt Robson.Enjoy Freedom of Choice Dining tonight.Stay: Jasper National Park,Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.                    BLDDay 16. Jasper, AthabascaGlacier, Lake Louise.Relish the scenery along the IcefieldsParkway and ride onto the Athabasca Glacier.Tonight, dine at one of the exceptional             Explore the wonderful wilderness of Denali National Parkrestaurants within your hotel.Stay: Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau         Day 20. Kamloops,                               Day 24. Icy Strait Point.Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room.                 BD  Rocky Mountaineer, Vancouver.                   Sail through Icy Strait Point today andCANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING                              Back aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, take         visit Alaska’s largest Tlingit village, Hoonah,ROCKY MOUNTAINS                                     in the stunning landscapes as you journey       meaning ‘village by the cliff’. You’ll beDay 17. Lake Louise, Banff.                         through the lush Coast Mountains and            mesmerised by the palpable native heritage         Join a Mountain Heritage Guide             Fraser Canyon on the way to Vancouver.          that is evident throughout the village, whileand learn about the region’s natural history        Two Night Stay:                                 keeping an eye trained to the seas for theon the shores of Lake Louise.Visit Moraine          Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver.               BL  excellent whale sighting opportunities thatLake, then tour Banff and ride the Banff            Day 21. Vancouver.                              present themselves. Disembark and exploreGondola. Later, meet a Mountie and enjoy            The attractions of Vancouver unravel before     as you please.                             BLDdinner at one of your hotel’s restaurants.          your eyes on an in-depth city tour led by       Day 25. Juneau.Two Night Stay: Banff National Park,                your Tour Director. Discover Stanley Park       Cruise past steep cliffs and towering glaciersFairmont Banff Springs.                         BD  and Granville Island, among many other          on your way to Alaska’s capital, Juneau,Day 18. Banff.                                      sights. This evening, enjoy dinner with         set at the foot of mountain peaks on theToday, participate in the Banff Experience;         your fellow travellers.                     BD  Gastineau Channel. Disembark and exploreenjoy a heli-flightseeing trip; take to the         VOYAGE OF THE                                   at leisure or set off on one of the available                                                    GLACIERS CRUISEwaters of Bow River on a float trip; learn                                                          excursions (own expense).                  BLD                                                    Day 22. Vancouver, Embark Ship.to be a Canadian ice hockey player with an                                                          Day 26. Skagway.                                                        This morning, transfer to your ship.        Arrive at Skagway, once a gateway city forelite team; relax at the Willow Stream Spa;         This evening, you’ll enjoy a Sail AwayDinner    the Klondike Gold Rush. Here, a variety of                                                                                                    excursions are on offer (own expense). BLDor cruise along Lake Minnewanka.                B   at the elegant Sabatini’s.ROCKY MOUNTAINEER                                   Seven Night Cruise:Princess Cruises’            Day 27. Glacier Bay National Park.RAIL JOURNEY                                        Island Princess in a Verandah Stateroom. BD                                                                                                    Wake to the sight of World Heritage-listedDay 19. Banff, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops.Board the Rocky Mountaineer today. Along            Day 23. Cruise the Inside Passage.              Glacier Bay National Park with its riversthe way, enjoy views of the Rockies from                                                    During a full day at sea enjoy the view         of ice and towering peaks.                 BLDthe glass-domed GoldLeaf Service carriage.Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by                as your ship glides past rocky headlands        Day 28. College Fjord.Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited                                                    and over the still blue waters of the Inside    Relax and take in the scenery as you cruiseaccommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL                                                    Passage, one of the most picturesque sea        through College Fjord, with its five stunning                                                    lanes in the world. You will also have the      tidewater glaciers, five large valley glaciers                                                    opportunity to take advantage of the range      and many smaller glaciers.                 BLD                                                    of stylish public areas on your ship.     BLDPage 29
Catch sight of an ambling brown bear out in the wildEXPLORE ALASKA BY LAND                            National Park and enjoyan eveningof fun,         Later this evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner                                                  at the Music of Denali Musical Theatre.Day 29. Whittier, Disembark Ship,                 This musical show gives you a light-hearted      with your fellow passengers.                           BD                                                  overview of the first expedition to theTalkeetna, Denali (Mt McKinley).                  summit of Denali.                                Day 35. Depart Fairbanks.                                                  Two Night Stay: Denali National Park,            Transfer to the airport in Fairbanks.Disembark in Whittier and board Princess          McKinley Chalet Resort in a Junior Suite. BD                                                                       BCruises’ exclusive Direct-to-the-Wildernessrail service. From Talkeetna, you’ll journeyall the way to your lodge which is located                                                         FAIRBANKS & ARCTIC                                                                                                   CIRCLE EXTENSIONjust south of pristine Denali National Park.      Day 32. Denali National Park.                                                                                                   Extend your stay in Fairbanks and add anTwo Night Stay: Mount McKinley Princess               Explore the beauty of Denali National        Arctic Circle scenic flight. From Fairbanks,                                                  Park on a tundra wilderness tour as you          you’ll soar over the Arctic Circle and landWilderness Lodge.                             BD  spot moose, wolves and grizzly bears.            at a remote wilderness community.Day 30. Denali (Mt McKinley), Talkeetna.                                                        B  Enquire for information and pricing.Today, you’ll venture outdoors and                Day 33. Denali National Park, Fairbanks.explore on your chosen activity. You might            Continue to Fairbanks, the ‘Golden Heartselect a jetboat tour for a thrilling ride along  City’. Board a sternwheeler and cruise thethe Talkeetna River. Perhaps choose a more        Chena River, travelling back to a time whenleisurely option – a relaxing float trip down     riverboats filled Alaska’s waterways.the Talkeetna River. Alternatively, join a guide  Two Night Stay:                                  2019 DATES& PRICES (A$)for an easy stroll around Byers Lake, or take     Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge.           Ba ride in a horse-drawn wagon.                 B                                                   35 Days Toronto to Fairbanks fromDay 31. Denali (Mt McKinley),                     Day 34.Fairbanks.                                       $24,195Denali National Park.                                                  Take a trip back through Alaska’s gold rush                per person, twin share    Join an experienced mountaineer for a         history as you travel along the Tanana Valleyfirst-hand account of what it’s like to scale     Railroad to Gold Dredge 8. After a tour, pan     35 Days Toronto to Fairbanks (UTAP35)Denali.Then travel to your lodge at Denali        for gold and visit the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.    May 29.                                                                                                   June 12.                                                                                                   July 24.                                               Solo from                                                                                                   Aug. 7.                                                 $33,795                                                                                                                                               Twin from                                                                                                   Verandah Stateroom  $24,195                                                                                                   Verandah Suite      $24,445                            $34,295Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes...                                                             PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities           The services of a dedicated APT Tour Director and Cruise Escort                         and sundries. Flight from Montréal to Victoria is not                                                                                                   included in the tour price. The Alaska land journey has           GoldLeaf Service on your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey                                 been exclusively customised for APT by Princess Cruises.                                                                                                   Accommodation in Alaska is limited to an average of three          Seven-night Princess Cruises Alaska Inside Passage cruise in                             stars – APT selectsthebest available.Seepages194-195      a guaranteed Verandah Stateroom                                                              for further information as well as all terms and conditions.                APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in nine locations                A total of 67 meals, as well as complimentary beverages          included with dinner on your cruisePage 30
NEW TOURNew York CityYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES                                                Day 4. Kingston,                      Day 9. Montréal-/ 19 nights in Eastern Canada and the USA staying                         1000 Islands, Ottawa                  After breakfast this morning, enjoy     in premium accommodation                                                                           Visit Kingston en route to Ottawa     the entire day at leisure to explore.-/ Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver-/ 26 meals – 19 breakfasts (B) and 7 dinners (D)                          and cruise around the 1000 Islands    Perhaps join a walking tour of the-/ Enjoy a Welcome Breakfast and a special Farewell Dinner-/ Tipping for all staff and airport transfers                             of the St Lawrence Seaway.            city or, for a different perspectiveINSIDER EXPERIENCES                                                        Two Nights: Ottawa,                   of Montréal, take an intriguing     Stay in a Fallsview Room at the Marriott on the Falls                 Lord Elgin Hotel.                  B  underground walking tour.             B     Learn about maple syrup and enjoy a meal at a Sugar Shack     Tour Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory and enjoy a tasting              Day 5. Ottawa                         Day 10. Montréal, Stowe     Enjoy a delicious clambake on the beach at Cape Cod                   Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ottawa.     Experience a traditional Amish feast                                  Then either tour the Canadian         This morning, cross the border into     Begin your day with breakfast at a New York diner                     Parliament or relax at your hotel.                                                                           The rest of the day is yours to       the USA and travel to Waterbury.                                                                           perhaps see Ottawa by bicycle                                                                           or take a Canadian Museum of          Visit Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream                                                                           Civilization Tour (own expense). B                                                                                                                 Factory for a tour and tasting.                                                                                                                 Later, continue to the mountain                                                                                                                 resort town of Stowe in Vermont.                                                                                                                 Stay: Stowe,                                                                           Day 6. Ottawa, Québec City            Golden Eagle Resort.                  B                                                                           Visit Parc Oméga, an open-range       Day 11. Stowe, Boston                                                                           native animal sanctuary, before       After breakfast, journey to Concord                                                                           heading to historic Québec City.      via the rugged White Mountains.                                                                           Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.        Enjoy leisure time before heading                                                                           Two Nights: Québec City,              for the city of Boston later today.                                                                           Hotel Manoir Victoria.             B  There is time to settle into your                                                                           Day7.Québec City                      hotel before dinner tonight.                                                                           Explore Québec City during a tour.                                                                                                                 Two Nights: Courtyard              BD                                                                                                                 Boston Downtown.Day 1. Arrive Toronto                 Day 3. Niagara Falls                 Then perhaps take a horse-drawn       Day 12. BostonYou’ll be met upon arrival and        This morning, stop at the village    carriage tour, a river cruise alongtransferred to your hotel.            of Niagara-on-the-Lake before        the St Lawrence River or explore      Tour Boston today, world-renownedTwo Nights: Toronto,                  continuing to Niagara Falls for      Québec City on a walking tourMarriott Downtown Eaton Centre.       a thrilling boat cruise (raincoats   (own expense). Enjoy dinner at        for its strong links to sport, history,                                      provided). Stay in a Fallsview       a traditional local Sugar Shack. BD                                      Room at the Marriott on the Falls.                                         music and cuisine. Along with a                                      You might like to take an exciting                                      helicopter ride over the falls.                                            proud Irish heritage, Boston boasts                                      Stay: Niagara Falls, MarriottDay 2. Toronto                        on the Falls in a Fallsview Room. B  Day 8. Québec City, Montréal          many impressive landmarks. AfterMeet your Tour Director and                                                Head to Montréal for a city tour      your tour, enjoy an afternoonfellow passengers at a Welcome                                             with the rest of the day at leisure.  at leisure to make your ownBreakfast. Then explore Toronto                                            Two Nights: Montréal, Marriott        discoveries and to perhapson a tour to discover the sights                                           Chateau Champlain.                BD  dine at alocal restaurant.            Bof thismulticultural city.        BDPage 31
Coach                                              Québec City                  $1,200                                     Stay (no. of nights)                                                                                                                     See pages28-29                                                                                                                         for details                                                                    Kingston            2 Montréal                                                                     Eastern Delight                                               Toronto 2                                     1 Stowe                                     Niagara-on-the-Lake                                                  2 Boston                                                                                                Newport 1 Cape Cod                                                                                                   2 New York City                                                                      Washington DC 2Day 13. Boston, Cape Cod             Day 15. Philadelphia,                  Washington DC, the nation’s              across this bustling metropolis.                                                                            political powerhouse and homeBoard a ferry from Boston to         Lancaster                              to a collection of some of               Explore New York City from the                                     This morning’s tour of Philadelphia    America’s finest landmarks.Provincetown, CapeCod. Explore                                              Two Nights: Washington DC,               convenience of The Empire Hotel,                                                                            Hotel.this eastern peninsula before        or ‘Philly’ unpacks a treasure trove                                            right in the heart of the Big Apple.arriving at Sea Crest to stay        of early American history. Later                                                Two Nights: New York City,at The Sea Crest Beach Hotel.        today, continue to Lancaster                                          B         The Empire Hotel.                              BThis evening, enjoy a delicious      County, home to the religious          Day 17. Washington DC                    Day 19. New YorkCity                                                                            Take in the US capital’s sights on a     Enjoy breakfast at a traditionalclambake on the beach.               Amish and Mennonite communities.       city tour, for highlights including the  New York City diner, ahead of                                                                            Lincoln Memorial, the Washington         a city sightseeing tour, whichStay: Cape Cod,                      This evening, you’re invited to        Monument, the United States              ensures you’ll cover the Big                                                                            Capitol Building and the FBI             Apple’s many highlights. ThisSea Crest Beach Hotel.           BD  enjoy a traditional Amish feast.       Headquarters. The rest of the day        afternoon, enjoy time to make your                                                                            is yours to explore as you wish. B       own discoveries before a FarewellDay 14. Cape Cod, Philadelphia       Stay: Lancaster, Hotel.           BD                                            Dinner at your hotel tonight. BDToday, your journey continues        Day 16. Lancaster,                                     Washington DCto the city of Philadelphia via      On a tour of local Amish                                     communities this morning, you’llNewport. Here you will visit a       gain a fascinating insight into their                                     culture, faith and traditional waypocket of beautifully preserved      of life. Then journey to the capital   Day 18. Washington DC,                                                                            New York Cityhistoric mansions, each with their                                          Arrive in arguably the world’s most      Day 20. New York City                                                                            famous city today. Where no visitown unique style.                                                           would be complete without a tour         Your tour concludes after breakfast                                                                            of New York City’s iconic EmpireStay: Philadelphia, Hotel.       B                                          State Building for sweeping views        with a transfer to the airport for                                                                                                                     your onward flight.                            B                                                                                                                         1. Visit Provincetown, Cape Cod                                                                                                                     2. See the icons of Washington DC                                                                            2019 Dates & Prices (A$)                                                                            20 Days – Toronto to New York (UREN20)                                                                            Per person                               Twin Share           Solo Traveller                                                                            May 28.                                                                            Aug. 13.                                 $10,195              $14,195                                                                            Sept. 25.                                $10,195              $14,195                                                                                                                     $10,195              $14,195                                                                            Tour Notes                                                                            Prices include airport transfers, gratuities and sundries. See pages 114-115 for terms                                                                            & conditions.Page 32
CLASSIC                        Fall Colours of                               Eastern Canada & the USAJOURNEY                               18 Days – Toronto to New York City                               17 Night Classic Land Journey                                                     CANADA                     40MAX.                Your Included                                                                                                      Signature Experiences                               QUÉBEC                                                                                                           Dine overlooking the brink of Niagara         ONTARIO                                     Québec City2                                          Falls and head to the Illumination Tower                                                                                                           to create your very own light display                               Mont Tremblant 1                                                            right on the falls                                                                                                           At a traditional sugar shack, learn                               Ottawa 2                  2 Montréal                                        how sugar maples are tapped, watch                                                                  Stowe                                    maple syrup being made and enjoy                                                                                                           a bountiful Québecois meal                                                     1,000 Islands 3 Bretton Woods                         Enjoy dinner aboard the Cafe Lafayette                                                                                                           Dinner Train as you travel through                               TORONTO 2 Lake Ontario        VT NH                                         the landscapes of Bretton Woods                                                                                                           Tour The Breakers – a National Historic                               Niagara Falls 1                    Boston 2      Salem                      Landmark and one of the famous                                                             MA                                            Newport Mansions of Rhode Island,                                                     NY                                                    built for Cornelius Vanderbilt II in 1895                                                USA          CT RI                                    KEY                                                                       Newport                                                                                                           SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE               Coach           NEW YORK CITY 2         1 No. of Nights Stay                                                                              FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Sightseeing                                                                                                           FREEDOM OF CHOICETM– Dining                                                                                                      (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner                                                     Day 1. Arrive Toronto.                           Day 5. Ottawa.                                                     Be met and transferred to your hotel.        ITINERARY OVERVIEW                           Two Night Stay: Toronto,                         After a city tour, explore the CanadianDay Destination                                      Fairmont Royal York.                                                                                                      Museum of History; visit the Canadian War                                                                                                      Museum; enjoy a bicycle tour; or take a flight1 Toronto                                            Day 2. Toronto.                                  in a vintage open-cockpit biplane.         B2 Toronto                                            Following a Welcome Breakfast, set out3 Niagara Falls                                      on a city tour that includes a trip up to  BD    Day 6. Ottawa, Mont Tremblant.4 Ottawa                                             the LookOut Level of the CN Tower.                    Look for native animals in Parc Omega.5 Ottawa                                                     Day 3. Toronto, Niagara Falls.                   Then travel to Mont Tremblant for a gondola                                                        Journey to Niagara-on-the-Lake then           ride over mountainsides awash with glorious                                                                                                      hues of red, yellow and orange. Choose6 Mont Tremblant                                                                                      where to dine this evening.                                                     onto Niagara Falls. Perhaps embark on an         Stay: Mont Tremblant,                                                                                                      Le Westin Resort & Spa.7 Québec City                                        optional helicopter flight (own expense) and                                                BD8 Québec City                                        after,takeanexcitingcruise to the base of the9 Montréal                                                     falls. Dine overlooking Niagara Falls tonight    Day 7. Mont Tremblant, Québec City.10 Montréal11 Bretton Woods                                     before an exclusive visit to the Illumination    Head for a traditional sugar shack and                                                     Tower, where you will be able to create your     learn how maple syrup is produced before                                                     very own light display on thefalls.              a Québecois meal with liveentertainment.12 Bretton Woods                                     Stay: Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview.      BD    Embrace the beauty of Québec City on a tour.13 Bretton Woods                                                                                      Two Night Stay: Québec City,                                                     Day 4. Niagara Falls, 1,000 Islands, Ottawa.     Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.       BLD                                                     Take in the view during breakfast on the top14       Boston                                      floor of your hotel. The day will then take you  Day 8. Québec City.15       Boston                                                                                            Today, perhaps take in the sights on16-18    New York City                               along the shores of Lake Ontario for a cruise                                                                                                      a horse-drawn carriage ride, explore more                                                     amid the 1,000 Islands. Continue to Ottawa.      on a walking tour, cruise the St Lawrence                                                                                                      River or enjoy a culinary tour.                                                     Two Night Stay: Ottawa,                                                     Fairmont Château Laurier.                  BD                                               BPage 33
Day 9. Québec City, Montréal.Get to know Montréal as you discover suchplaces as Notre Dame Basilica, Old Montréaland Mount Royal. Tonight, savour French fareat a memorable dinner in Old Montréal.Two Night Stay: Montréal,Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth.                 BDDay 10. Montréal.     Perhaps take a walking tour of OldMontréal, meet a Montréaler or take a foodtour. Or, you may like to explore one of theworld’s largest underground complexes. BDay 11. Montréal, Bretton Woods.Your first stop in the USA is BrettonWoods, the centre of North America’s mostbeautiful fall colours. Tonightit’s all aboardthe Cafe Lafayette DinnerTrain for threedelightful courses in a restored vintagePullman railroad car as you travel amongstthe countryside swathed in orange and red.Three Night Stay: Bretton Woods,Omni Mount Washington Resort.                 BDDay 12. Bretton Woods, Stowe.Ringed by mountains, including Vermont’stallest peak, your visit to Stowe is a pleasurethis morning. But beautiful scenery isn’t theregion’s only draw-card, Vermont’s produceis renowned and today you’ll follow a culinarytrail, tasting Cold Hollow cider and LakeChamplain chocolates, before continuingonwards to Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factoryfor a tour and a tasting of course.             BDay 13. Bretton Woods.Today you’ll ascend the northeast’shighest peak as you board the Mt WashingtonCog Rail. Having opened 150 years ago, thishistoric cog train continues to carry peopleto the summit. After some time at leisure,a lovely day is rounded off with a Freedomof Choice dining evening.                     BD     See the golden hues of autumn in StoweDay 14. Bretton Woods, Salem, Boston.                Day 16. Boston, New York City.                 Day 18. Depart New York City.                                                                                                    Transfer to the airport this morning.Stop at the seaside city of Salem on your way        Snake along the coast to Rhode Island                                                     Bto Boston. Famed for the Salem Witch Trials          and Newport for a visit to The Breakers,of 1692, the rich history will cast a spell over     one of the famous Newport Mansions. Later,you as you wander the evocative streets.             the bright lights of New York City beckon.Two Night Stay: Boston,                              Two Night Stay: New York City,Fairmont Copley Plaza.                        BD     JW Marriott Essex House.                    B  2019 DATES& PRICES (A$)Day 15. Boston.                                      Day 17. New York City.                         18 Days Toronto to New York City from     On a guided tour of Boston, you’ll also         Take in the icons of New York on a city tour.                                                                                                           $12,995pay a visit to Harvard University. Afterwards,       You’ve travelled so far – celebrate your                                                     journey during a Farewell Dinner tonight. BD               per person, twin sharechoose your activity.                             B                                                                                                    18 Days Toronto to New York City (UTEF18)                                                                                                                   Twin from Solo from                                                                                                    Sept. 21, 28.  $12,995 $17,495Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes...         The services of a dedicated Canadian APT Tour Direct         A Fallsview Room at the Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview         Two nights at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Québec City         APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in six locations         Finest dining – a total of 28 mealsPage 34
Ultimate CanadianRockies, Alaska &Arctic Circle27 Day Tour & Cruise  Vancouver > FairbanksMesmerising frontiersThis journey through the heart of Alaska reveals a land with a rugged butundeniable charm, one that has not yet relinquished all of its mysteries.There are still spots in Alaska’s vast wilderness that no one has set foot upon,and in travelling to this wondrous frontier land, you’ll be among the privilegedfew.This itinerary will treat you to places of pristine wilderness and exquisitebeauty,from Denali National Park, with its snowy mountains and sweepingvistas,tothemajestic College Fjordin Prince William Sound.You’llevencrossthe Arctic Circle.Combine that with the mighty Rocky Mountains and you’relikely to be crossing a few personal, as well as geographic, frontiers.                      Alaskan cruise  Land  Overnight  Rail Included Flight                         Enrich experience                      Cross the Arctic Circle by plane and gaze down at the                      remote wonderland below. It may be the furthest north                      you ever travel, and we’ll ensure you receive acertificate                      to mark the moment.Page 35
65         Your journey day by day         Day Destination               Highlights         1 Vancouver                   Welcome Dinner         2 Vancouver                   Enrich - Capilano Suspension Bridge         3 Rocky Mountaineer > Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service         4   Rocky Mountaineer >       Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service             Lake Louise         5 Lake Louise                 Enrich- Meeta CanadianMountie                                       Scenic Freechoice Dining         6 Lake Louise > Banff         Scenic Freechoice Dining         7 Banff                       Scenic Freechoice                                       Enrich - Rocky Mountain Round Up         8 Icefields Parkway > Jasper  Ice Explorer         9 Jasper                      Scenic Freechoice Dining         10 Jasper > Sun Peaks                                       Scenic Freechoice                                       Enrich - Voyageur Presentation         11 Sun Peaks > Whistler       Enrich - Black Bear Presentation                                       Scenic Freechoice Dining         12 Whistler                   Scenic Freechoice         13 Whistler > Victoria        Shannon Falls         14 Victoria > Butchart Gardens Scenic Freechoice         15 Vancouver > Alaskan Cruise Princess Cruises         16 Scenic Cruising            ‘Welcome to the Seas’lunch         17 Ketchikan                  Salmon capital of the world         18 Juneau                     Alaska’s remote capital         19 Skagway                    Klondike gold rush heritage         20 Glacier Bay                Glacier and wildlife viewing         21 College Fjord              Prince William Sound         22 Anchorage > Talkeetna      Enrich - Wildlife Conservation Park         23  Talkeetna >               Enrich - Homestead tour             Denali National Park      Princess Rail                                       Enrich - Music of Denali dinner show         24 Denali National Park                                       Scenic Freechoice         25  Denali National Park >    Enrich - Discovery III Sternwheeler             Fairbanks         26 Fairbanks > Arctic Circle  Enrich - Arctic Circle Flight         27 Fairbanks                  FarewellPage 36
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