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EUROPE ANDCANADA&ALASKABROCHURE

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Page Of Content European Highlights 04 Europe Amsterdam Explorer 06 European Impression 08 Signature Essential Italy 17 European Dream 18 Splendid Sicilia 10 Road to Rome 20Best of Amalfi Coast & Sicily 12 Romantic European 22 Venice to Sorrento 13 European Gems 24 Italy Encompassed 14 Gastromic Tuscany 16 Magnificent Europe 28 Jewels of Europe 30 Canada & AlaskaMajesty of the Rockies 32 Calgary Stampede & 49 Alaska CruiseHighlights of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise 33 Highlights of Eastern & Western 53 Canada with Alaska CruiseRockies by Rail & Alaska Cruise 35 Eastern Canada, Rockies &Reflections of the Rockies & 39 Alaska by Sea & Land 55 Alaska Cruise Eastern Delight 59Classic Rockies & Alaska Cruise 43 Fall Colours of EasternCalgary Stampede, Rockies and Canada & the USA 61 Alaska Cruise 47 Ultimate Canadian Rockies, 63 Alaska & Arcitc Circle









15 DAYS European Impressions9 COUNTRIES A$195 PER DAYYOUR ENGLAND NETHERLANDSHIGHLIGHTS ! AMSTERDAM LONDON• Dover See the White Cli s GERMANY Dover• Ams terdam See the historic Calais Cologne city centre !\"##$ BELGIUM Boppard• Cologne View the Gothic cathedral St. Goar ! #%&'\"()#*&+\"• Rhine Valley Cruise the romantic RHINELAND Rhine PARIS \" VIENNA• Innsbruck View the Golden Roof and \" the Hofburg Palace Salzburg• Salzburg Visit the Baroque town of LUCERNE REGION \" ! AUSTRIA Mozart's birth SWITZERLAND INNSBRUCK• Vienna Sightseeing with your Local Specialist features the Opera House, Hofburg, FRANCE ITALY \" VENICE Parliament and the Imperial Boulevards FLORENCE !• Venice Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square. Visit a traditional glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island• Rome Morning sightseeing with your Local Specialist . Visit St. Peter's Basilica. View the Colosseum and see the ancient sites• Flor ence Panoramic city views from Piazzale Michelangelo. See Piazza Santa Croce• Lugano See this magnificent Swiss lake• Lucerne Orientation includes the Lion Monument and the Old Town• Paris Sightseeing includes views of the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Ei el Tower \" ROME Start End Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

YOUR HOLIDAY From: A$2925ESSENTIALS (per person twin share)Day 1 London - Amsterdam Day 9 Rome Sightseeing and Free Time 14 Nights accommodation 14 Bu et breakfastsGreetings from your Travel Director. See the Your Local Specialist takes you inside St.White Cliffs as you board a ferry at Dover and Peter's Basilica to see Michelangelo's Pietà. 4 Three-course dinnerscross to France. On arrival in Amsterdam enjoy Your sightseeing tour continues across the City orientation toursan orientation of the historic city centre. Later Tiber where you will view the Colosseum andyou might like to take a canal cruise in a glass- see the ancient sites of Rome. In your free time Start: London - End: Londoncovered boat – it's a great way to see the city. visit the magnificent Sistine Chapel or relax at a TRIP CODE: EIMP pavement café. (BB)Hotel: Ibis Schiphol DEPARTURES WHEN YOU CAN GODay 2 Amsterdam - Cologne - Rhine Cruise Day 10 Rome – Florence Start End S tart E nd- Rhineland Drive through Tuscany's Chianti region to APRIL Sun 21 AUGUST Sun 25 Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Enjoy Sun 07 Sun 05 Sun 11 Sun 08Pass Arnhem into Germany and view Cologne spectacular views of the city from Piazzale Sun 21 Sun 19 Sun 25 Sun 15 Michelangelo. In your free time visit Piazza della MAY Sun 26 SEPTEMBER Sun 22Cathedral, the city's most famous landmark. Signoria, the Duomo and Giotto's Bell Tower. Sun 05 Sun 02 Sun 01 Sun 29 Sun 12 Sun 09 Sun 08 Sun 06Continue past Bonn to Boppard where you Hotel: Miro Sun 19 Sun 16 Sun 15 Sun 13 Sun 26 Sun 23 Sun 22 Sun 20embark on a relaxing cruise along the River (BB) JUNE Sun 30 Sun 29 Thu 02 Sun 02 Sun 07 OCTOBERRhine past ancient castles and vineyards. Sun 09 Sun 14 Sun 06 Sun 16 Sun 21 DECEMBERDisembark at St. Goar where you view the Lorelei Day 11 Florence – Lucerne Region Sun 23 Sun 28 Thu 19 Sun 30 Sun 11Rock and hear the legend of the fabled siren. (2 Nights) JULY Sun 07Dine tonight at your Rhineland hotel. (BB, D) Leave Italy today and cross into Switzerland. Sun 14 Sun 28Hotel: Achat Premium Neustadt Weinstrasse See picturesque Lake Lugano, then take theDay 3 Rhineland - Fern Pass - Innsbruck famous St. Gotthard route through the AlpsHead south into the region of Bavaria. Glimpse to Lake Lucerne. Later, why not experienceNeuschwanstein Castle built by King Ludwig II,before taking the scenic Fern Pass into Austria. a Swiss folklore and fondue evening? (BB)In the Tyrolean capital, Innsbruck, see the sightsincluding the Golden Roof and St. Jakob's Hotel: Krone Giswilcathedral. (BB, D) Hotel: Alphotel Day 12 Lucerne Orientation and Free TimeDay 4 Innsbruck - Salzburg - Vienna See the highlights of Lucerne this morning on(2 Nights) your orientation tour including the medieval Old Town and a visit to the renowned LionExplore the splendours of Salzburg, renowned Monument. This afternoon consider anfor the city's most famous son Mozart and film Optional Experience up a nearby mountain forlocation for ‘The Sound of Music'. Your scenic breathtaking views. (BB, D)journey continues towards the River Danube,arriving later in the elegant city of Vienna. (BB) Day 13 Lucerne Region – Paris (2 Nights) YOUR SAVINGS AND DISCOUNTSHotel: Senator Travel west across the French border, and through the Burgundy wine region, with views SAVE up to A$84Day 5 Vienna Sightseeing and Free Time of the vineyards. Arrive later in the capital Multiple Trip Discount SAVE A$330 Paris. (BB) Hotel: Mercure La Défense Young Traveller Discount SAVE A$10 p.p.Your Local Specialist shows you the city's Triple Room Discountimportant landmarks including the Opera Day 14 Paris Orientation and Free Time Past Guests Benefits VIP OFFERS & SAVINGSHouse, the Hofburg, Parliament and theImperial Boulevards. Spend free time afterwards This morning see the Champs Élysées, Arc desightseeing or shop for souvenirs on the Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and more on yourfashionable Kärtnerstrasse. (BB) orientation. Stroll along the banks of the Seine or visit one of the city's world-class museums.Day 6 Vienna - Venice (2 Nights) Tonight why not celebrate the end of your (BB) IMPORTANT INFO journey with a traditional Parisian cabaret? AND FINER DETAILSJourney through mountains and small Day 15 Paris – London Single Rooms: On all itineraries single rooms are available to book at a supplementpicturesque towns to the Austrian Lake District. This morning say ‘au revoir' to Paris. Cross northern France and the Somme battlefields For Costsaver's other great savings, air dealsCross the Italian border and arrive later in Venice, and pass the Canadian War Memorial at Vimy and extra nights' accommodation. Ridge. In Calais board your ferry to Dover andyour home for the next two nights. (BB, D) continue by coach to London, where you bid Your London Hotel: Hilton Olympia/Ibis farewell to your Travel Director and travelling Earls CourtHotel: Best Western Plus Quid companions. (BB) This trip departs from our London Reception Centre or the above hotel providing that youDay 7 Venice Orientation and Free Time have reserved your accommodation at this hotel through Costsaver.Watch Venetian craftsmen at work creating localcraft at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Gratuities : Option to pre-pay gratuities forisland. Discover this Byzantine city as you Travel Director and Driver A$197 per person.cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. WiFi:Admire the Bridge of Sighs and the ornateDoge's Palace. (BB)Day 8 Venice - Rome (2 Nights)Admire the scenery as you cross the fertile Poplain and journey over the dramatic ApennineMountains to Rome, the Eternal City. Thisevening, you might like to explore the city'svibrant nightlife. (BB) Hotel: PinewoodKEY: FBFull Breakfast BBBuffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner

SPLENDID SICILIA 10 DAYS • 13 MEALS FROM $ 2199land only, per person, double occupancy CULTURAL EXPERIENCES• Explore Corleone and learn about the anti-Mafia movement.• Visit a medieval palace where you’re welcomed by a countess. MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS• Spend 4 nights in both Palermo and Taormina and explore the island’s most impressive sights.• Immerse yourself in ancient history with visits to: Palermo, Agrigento, Siracusa, and the cathedrals of Cefalù and Monreale.• Journey to the seaside town of Cefalù. IT’S YOUR CHOICE! Taormina (Be sure to arrange before trip departure) Encounter a fascinating cultural mosaicDay 8 |Visit the hilltop village of Savoca, one on this legendary island at the tip of Italy’s boot. of the settings for the classic film The Godfather or visit the mountaintop Day 1: Overnight Flight where a countess welcomes you on a tour village of Castelmola, home to You are on your way to Sicily. Experience of her family’s home and joins you for an unparalleled views of Mount Etna. the sights, sounds and charms of this aperitif and hors d’oeuvres in one of the sparkling Mediterranean island. palace’s chambers. (B) CULINARY INCLUSIONS Day 4: Palermo - Corleone - Palermo • 8 breakfasts • 1 lunch • 4 dinners Day 2: Palermo, Italy - Tour Begins Head to the heart of Sicily. Find a warm • Learn to make ricotta at a family farm in Welcome to Palermo (UNESCO), Sicily’s welcome in the village of Corleone, the vibrant and welcoming capital. Bursting with namesake of the family from the movie The the countryside. Arab-Norman architectural masterpieces, Godfather.Here, the villagers have fought • Savor an unforgettable homemade this island’s history is waiting to be the connection to the Mafia for decades, and discovered. This evening, come to know you’ll learn the history behind their struggles farmhouse lunch. your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner. as a local resident guides you through the • Sample Sicilian ‘street food’ at a local (D) CIDMA (International Documentary Center of the Mafia and the No-Mafia Movement). market in Palermo. Day 3: Palermo - Monreale - Palermo Hear tales of the Mafia’s past and the plight • Join a sommelier for a wine pairing dinner. Set out this morning on a comprehensive of the Sicilian people to eradicate the Mafia panoramic tour of Palermo. See the exotic altogether. Tonight, join a sommelier for a AC C O M M O DAT I O N S blend of Moorish, Norman and Baroque quick wine class before sitting down to a styles of the historic squares of Quattro delectable 4-course meal, complete withDay 1 Overnight Flight Canti, Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. curated wine pairings. (B, D)Days 2 – 5 Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa, Introduce yourself to the Palace of the Day 5: Palermo - Cefalù - Sicilian Normans and La Martorana Church, and Countryside - Palermo Palermo explore the cathedral that houses the Journey to the countryside and stroll theDays 6 – 9Hotel Villa Diodoro, Taormina Imperial Crown of Constance of Aragon. medieval streets of Cefalù, a seaside town Afterward, head to nearby Monreale, where that’s home to one of Sicily’s most magnificent ROOM UPGRADE AVAILABLE the town’s 12th-century cathedral dazzles cathedrals. Then we are o to experience from the moment you step inside. Return a day on a family farm where Sicilian folk Upgrade your standard room to to Palermo for a stop at an open-air market music greets your arrival. Learn about the an incredible sea view room. for a taste of traditional Sicilian “street food.” Later, you are invited to a medieval palace CALL FOR DETAILS On some dates alternate hotels may be used.TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL 1234 5Splendid Sicilia TS355 2019.indd 46 6/29/18 1:32 PM

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Palermo • Monreale • Corleone • Cefalù • Farm Visit • Agrigento • Taormina • Siracusa Palermo del Capo Market, Palermo Monreale Cathedral variety of products they create on Day 8: Taormina DOUBLE Starting at $ 2199 Land only, per person, the farm and observe how they make It’s your choice! Visit the hilltop SINGLE Starting at $ 25 99 double occupancy. a Sicilian favorite – ricotta cheese! village of Savoca, one of the settings Watch a chef prepare local specialties for the classic film The Godfather. Prices based on November 30, 2019 departure before sitting down for a hearty lunch Follow the quaint alleyways of this featuring family recipes made from remarkably-preserved settlement, January – April 2019 May 2019 – April 2020 March 14, 28 their own products. Return to Palermo founded in 1134. Journey to the historic (di erent itinerary – see note) (featured itinerary) April 18, 25 for an evening at leisure. (B, L) Bar Vitelli and the 14th-century January 19Day 6: Palermo - Agrigento - Taormina church, Chiesa di Santa Lucia (film February 16 May 4, 25 Epic history and stunning scenery lie bu s are sure to recognize these March 23, 30 June 15 ahead in the Valley of the Temples two landmarks) -OR- you may April 6 July 20 (UNESCO), a place filled with prefer visiting beautiful Castelmola. Itinerary featured is for August 24 ancient Greek ruins. Join an expert Resting on a mountaintop above the May 2 019 – April 2 02 0 tour September 14, 21, 28 on a guided tour as you explore this community of Taormina, this quaint departures. Departures October 5, 12, 19 once-prominent Greek colony and the village o ers unparalleled views of prior to this date will vary. November 2, 30 temples of Juno, Concordia, Hercules Mount Etna, Taormina, the Bay of Please confirm at time of January 25 and Jupiter. Your journey continues Giardini Naxos, and the Strait of reservation. February 22 past the Erei Mountains to Sicily’s Messina. (B) stunning Ionian Coast. The gorgeous COMBINE TWO TOURS INTO ONE ADVENTURE coastal city of Taormina is your home Day 9: Taormina - Siracusa - Taormina Book another tour with Splendid Sicilia for the next four nights. (B, D) Reflect on the grandeur of ancient and create one grand experience.CALL FOR DETAILS Greece while uncovering itsDay 7 : Taormina archaeological treasures in historic This trip requires a passport. Our air passengers will arrive into Palermo and Today explore Taormina, “the jewel Siracusa. An expert shares stories of depart from Catania. Our airport transfers will depart from Taormina to Catania. of Sicily.” A local guide leads you on Siracusa’s creation while leading you Airport transfers are available for purchase. a tour of this picturesque city where through the Archaeological Park of you’ll see the well-preserved Greek Neapolis, with its impressive collection “ The tour was fabulous! A good mix of activities (farm visit and lunch, theatre, the Duomo and the public of Greek and Roman antiquities. This winery, duchess’ home, rural artist’s estate, fresh cannoli at a rest gardens. Spend the afternoon on evening, toast Sicilian culture as you’re stop, time for shopping, lots of historic ruins, etc.). The last day was your own getting to know this city serenaded by local musicians during ”the best - with a visit to and free time in seaside Taormina, and a perched high above the sea. Dine at your farewell dinner. (B, D) wonderful dinner with musicians back in Catania. a sidewalk café, shop in the town’s boutiques, or choose to join an Day 10: Taormina - Tour Ends optional excursion that gets up-close Your journey through Sicily comes to majestic Mount Etna. (B) to a close today. Return home with cherished memories of an unforgettable adventure. (B)Splendid Sicilia TS355 2019.indd 47 6/29/18 1:32 PM

































RL UIVXEUR RY Magnificent EuropeCR UIS E 15 Days – Amsterdam to Budapest 14 Night Luxury River CruiseAMSTERDAM NETHERLANDS GERMANY Coach Rhine River 14 Concerto River Ship Cruise Cologne The Grand Empress Bonn (select departures) Andernach 1 No. of Nights Stay Included Experiences/ Freedom of Choice™ Main River Rüdesheim Miltenberg Bamberg CZECH REP. Würzburg Nuremberg Č esk ý Krumlov Rothenburg Regensburg Main-Danube Dürnstein SLOVAKIA Canal Vienna Passau Bratislava Linz Gödöll ő Melk Salzburg AUSTRIA Danube BUDAPEST River HUNGARY ITINERARY OVERVIEW Your Included Day 4. Rüdesheim. BLD Day Destination Signature Experiences Dock in Rüdesheim and perhaps tour 1 Amsterdam BLD 2 Amsterdam EXCLUSIVE! Explore Namedy Castle Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument BLD 3 Cologne, Bonn, Andernach before dinner in the ballroom Museum. Alternatively, board a scenic BLD 4 Rüdesheim with a piano recital gondola for exceptional views over the Rhine BLD 5 Miltenberg Valley, or perhaps sample wines from the 6 Würzburg EXCLUSIVE! Visit Vienna’s incredible region during an onboard tasting. 7 Bamberg City Palace for a cocktail reception 8 Nuremberg and a special private concert Day 5. Miltenberg. 9 Regensburg of classical masterpieces Witness the skilful art of glass-blowing 10 Passau, Linz 11 Melk, Dürnstein EXCLUSIVE! Embark on a journey on board as you cruise towards Miltenberg. 12 Vienna aboard the Grand Empress steam Perhaps enjoy a wine and cheese tasting 13 Vienna train (operates April to September) at a local winery, or alternatively, enjoy 14 Budapest a German language lesson on board your 15 Budapest Day 1. Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship. D ship. Otherwise hike through a picturesque Be met on arrival and transfer to your ship. forested area with spectacular views of theKEY 14 Night Stay: a Concerto River Ship. Franconian vineyards. ROYAL SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE Day 2. Amsterdam. Day 6. Würzburg. FREEDOM OF CHOICE TM – Sightseeing Walk to Würzburg Residence,(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Perhaps admire Amsterdam's canals an 18th-century palace that once belonged to from a glass-top boat. Or visit Zaanse Schans, the Prince-Bishops of Würzburg. If you prefer, take a journey along the Romantic Road to a lovely village famous for its traditional the marvellous medieval town of Rothenburg where you’ll stop for a tour. Otherwise, visit Dutch houses, windmills and specialty a family-owned farm for morning tea. produce. Otherwise, stay on board your ship Day 7. Bamberg. Arrive in World Heritage-listed Bamberg, while a local baker conducts a stroopwafel and explore the Old Town with a guide. Following your tour, rejoin your ship demonstration. Alternatively, on select to cruise onto the Main-Danube Canal. spring departures, visit Keukenhof Gardens. Day 8. Nuremberg. A historic tour takes you to a selection Tonight, enjoy a Gala Wel come Dinner. BLD of World War II sites, such as the Reich Party Day 3. Cologne, Bonn, Andernach. Rally Grounds. Alternatively, enjoy a hike Cruise into Cologne, and take through the Schwarzach Valley. Back on board, sample some delicious freshly a tour through the historic city centre baked gingerbread. and sample local beers and snacks. Alternatively, embark on a bike ride to see City Hall. Later, rejoin your ship in Bonn and cruise to Andernach for an exclusive visit to Namedy Castle. Delight in wandering the grounds before dinner and a piano recital. BLD

Day 9. Regensburg. BLD On a guided walking tour, see such sitesas the iconic Old Town Hall and the WorldHeritage-listed city centre. Alternatively,enjoy a fun Bavarian dance lesson at a localbeer haus. Another option is a gourmetwalking tour with a visit to the Michelin-starred restaurant Storstad, where you willenjoy a presentation. Or perhaps hear aninformative talk on board from a studentof the University of Regensburg.Day 10. Passau, Linz.Disembark in Passau and travel toSalzburg, where a city tour takes you toseveral sights from Rogers and Hammerstein’sclassic film, The Sound of Music . Alternatively,embark on a full-day journey to Č esk ýKrumlov in the Czech Republic. Both touringoptions will then conclude in Linz, whereyou will re-board your river ship. Otherwise,enjoy a tour of Passau, then cruise to Linz. BLD Wander the exquisite grounds of the regal Namedy CastleDay 11. Melk, Dürnstein. Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes Disembark in Melk for a guided tour All-inclusive sightseeing in 15 destinationsof Melk Abbey, join a local guide for a tourof the town, or during wine harvest season, APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in 10 locationspartake in some work at a vineyard. Anotheroption is a guided ride a bike along the BLD Finest dining – a total of 41 meals Complimentary beveragesbanks of the Danube River from Melk toDürnstein. Later, roam the cobblestonelanes of Dürnstein at your leisure.Day 12. Vienna. served on board† Expert APT Cruise DirectorTake in many of the city’s important Butler, room service and complimentary laundry for select suites †landmarks during a tour along theRingstrasse. You’ll also enjoy a guided walkto St Stephen’s Cathedral. Tonight, visit the 2 0 19 DATES & PRICES (A$)family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace in theheart of Vienna. Attend an exclusive cocktail 15 Days Amsterdam to Budapest fromreception and a private recital. BLD $7,295Day 13. Vienna. per person twin share Perhaps tour Schönbrunn Palace, BLD 15 Days Amsterdam to Budapest (EUMC15) Suite Categories Twin from Solo fromor perhaps join an excursion to Bratislava, Mar. 15, 15. Twin Window Suites $7,29 5 $10,49 5the diverse capital of nearby Slovakia. Apr. 12, 12, 13, 13. Panoramic Balcony Suites $9 ,89 5 $14,39 5Otherwise, play a round of golf. Oct. 25, 25 , 26, 26 . Twin Balcony Suites $10,19 5 $14,845 Nov. 8, 9 , 22 , 23. Royal/Owner's Suites $13,59 5 $23,09 5Day 14. Budapest, Gödöőll. Dec. 6. Twin Window Suites $8,7 9 5 $12,7 45Enjoy a guided tour of Budapest. Apr. 26, 26 , 27, 27 . Panoramic Balcony Suites $11,39 5 $16,645 Oct. 11,11, 12, 12. Twin Balcony Suites $11,69 5 $17,09 5THE GRAND EMPRESS Dec. 20 . Royal/Owner's Suites $15,19 5 $25,49 5STEAM TRAIN Twin Window Suites $9 ,39 5 $13,645 May 10, 10, 11, 11, 24, 24 , 25, 25 . Panoramic Balcony Suites $12,69 5 $18,59 5 After your Budapest city tour, follow June 7, 7, 8, 8, 21, 21, 22, 22 . Twin Balcony Suites $13,29 5 $19 ,49 5in the footsteps of Elisabeth of Bavaria July 5, 5, 6, 6 , 19 , 19, 20. Royal/Owner's Suites $16,7 9 5 $28,39 5(Sisi) and embark on an imperial train Aug. 2, 2, 3, 16, 16, 17, 17, 30, 30 , 31.journey. Enjoy a welcome reception at Sept. 13, 13, 14, 27, 27 , 28, 28 .Budapest Station's Royal Waiting Room,then board your elegant steam train, Cruise aboard one of the following river ships: Concerto – MS A MA V ENIT A , MS A MA R EIN A , MS A MA V E R DE or MS A MA B ELL A .which features carriages from the early PLEASE NOTE: Bold dates indicate itinerary operates in reverse (EUMCR15). The Grand Empress steam train operates19 00s. A traditional game lunch worthy on all departures between April and September only. Prices include transfers, port charges, gratuities and sundries.of royalty is served, before disembarking Prices are based on Cat. E Twin Window Suite; Cat. C Panoramic Balcony Suite; Cat. T Twin Balcony Suite andfor a guided tour of Gödöll ő Palace, Cat. Royal Suite.a favourite of Sisi. Operates on alldepartures between April and September.Back on board, enjoy a twilight cruise. BLDDay 15. Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest. BTransfer to the airport.





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 13 6 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 COLUMBIA

NEW TOURHIGHLIGHTSOF THEROCKIES &17 DaysYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Day1. Arrive Vancouver Day5 . 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. Day6 . 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 Day2 . 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. Day7 . 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 Day3 . 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. Day8 . Jasper, BlueRiver An incredible overnight escape Stay: Quaaout Lodge. BD awaits today at Mike Wiegele Heli Village, which offers adventure and Day4 . 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. B

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 Day11. At Sea Day14 . Sitka Day16 . 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). Day12 . Juneau Day15 . Ketchikan Day17 . 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). BLDDay9 . Blue River, VancouverUpon arrival in Vancouver, enjoytime to explore this city’s many Day13 . 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 seaboardDay10 . 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 Day9 . 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 $11,695Day8 . 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 $995

CLASSIC Rockies by Rail & Alaska CruiseJOURNEY 21 Days – Vancouver Return 13 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage CruiseGlacier 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 U SA an expert Mountain Heritage Guide CAN AD A 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 ALBERTAms 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. BD

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. B

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. BLD

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 $1 9 ,4 9 5 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.

REFLECTIONSOF THEROCKIES &ALASKA CRUISE21 DaysVictoria n Whistler n Blue RiverJasper n Lake Louise n BanffVancouver n Inside PassageYOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Day1 . 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 Day2. 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 Day4 . 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 Day3 . 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 Day5 . 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. BD

Day1 6 . Juneau Day1 7 . Skagway Day1 8 . Glacier Bay Day1 9 . 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 Day20 . Inside Passage Today marks your final day aboard or view fascinating local wildlife your premium Holland America (own expense). BLD

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)Day6 . Blue River, Jasper Day8 . Jasper, Icefields Day1 1 . RockyMountaineer, Day1 3 . 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 andDay7 . Jasper Lake Louise. BD relax this evening.After breakfast, you have the fullday to relax or explore Jasper. Day9 . Lake Louise, Banff Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned Day1 4 . 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 Day1 2. RockyMountaineer, 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: Banff Park 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. Day1 5 . Inside Passage Enjoy a full day at sea to relax Day1 0 . 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 close

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 Day21 . 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 Notes

CLASSIC Classic Rockies & Alaska CruiseJOURNEY 23 Days – Victoria to Vancouver 15 Night Classic Land Journey| 7 Night Premier Inside Passage CruiseGlacier 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 U SA First Nations animal symbolism Spot bears on a Blue River Safari Ketchikan Enjoy a refined lakeside barbecue and First Nations entertainment in Jasper CAN AD A 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 ship7 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. BL

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. B

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). BLD

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 $ 1 5 ,8 9 5rivers 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.

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. B

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 onward flight. 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). BLD

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 enjoyThis 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. BLD

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 FarewellCANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING Then perhaps relax on the verandah and EXPERIENCE THE GREATESTROCKY 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 GuideandCanadian Rocky Mountains today, you’ll learn about the rich natural history of thestop to visit Wells Gray Provincial Park, Day 7 . Jasper, area. Then, don your Stetson as you arrivewhich protects most of the highest regions in Calgary and experience the cowboyof 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 bestSpahats Creek Falls rising from snowmelt Join the Icefields Parkway and wind rodeo champions.Billed as ‘The Greatestand tranquil springs at a pass between Raft Outdoor Show on Earth’, this is the mostMountain and Trophy Mountain. Your journey through the Rockies. Pause to take in anticipated rodeo event of the year. Yourcontinues 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; gateadmire this majestic crest, before crossing admission; souvenir program; an eveningfrom British Columbia to Alberta, arriving Rockies. You will also have the opportunity ticket to the Chuckwagon Races and thelater in Jasper National Park. After settling Grandstand Show; two Skyrides overin 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. B 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


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