We give it a top rating for luxury and exclusivity - expensive, but well worth it. A priceless experience.
T R A V E L I N T I M E
The Royal Canadian Pacific takes you through some of the most rugged, inaccessible and spectacular terrain in the world along the historic Canadian Pacific Railway lines.
Experience the wonder of the Rockies by rail as you breathe in the beauty of sapphire rivers and lakes, the towering pines of the snow capped Rockies, and marvel at the abundant wildlife in Yoho and Banff National Parks.
Fully refreshed, your luxury vacation will take you to Banff, Lake Louise, the top of the peak at Kicking Horse Resort in Golden, the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel in Cranbrook, the UNESCO World Heritage site Head-Smashed-In-Buffalo-Jump in the foothills of the Rockies, and the Homeplace Ranch in the Alberta Prairies.
As you cap off the evening by watching the stars slowly begin to reveal themselves and contemplating the wonders of the day, you will fully understand why the Canadian Rockies are the choice destination of travellers from around the world.
Your 2008 Royal Canadian Rockies Experience is now available.
Day One - You will be chauffeured from the Calgary International Airport to the landmark Fairmont Palliser Hotel where you will check into the exclusive Gold Level room. You are invited to a private reception in the Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion. Afterwards, enjoy dinner in the Rimrock Dining Room. Overnight in Calgary.
Day Two - After a deluxe continental breakfast, you will board the Royal Canadian Pacific train. The train travels west through the Canadian Rockies. Your first stop is in Banff for a guided tour of local historic sites. Next, travel to Lake Louise for an interpretive hike with a resident naturalist. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as the train continues west across the Continental Divide, through the famous Spiral Tunnels to Field, then along the Kicking Horse River Valley. At Golden, you overnight on the train alongside the Columbia River.
Day Three - A luxury motorcoach whisks you to Kicking Horse Resort, where you take a gondola ride up for breakfast in the Eagle Eye's Restaurant. The peak of Eagle's Eye Mountain affords a 360-degree view of the stunning Rocky Mountains. After you return to the train, the Royal Canadian Pacific heads south through the Columbia River Valley to Cranbrook, for a private tour of the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel. That evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner and overnight stay at Summit Lake on the Continental Divide.
Day Four - The journey continues with a gentle descent to the Alberta prairies. Visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Return to the train at Lethbridge for a breathtaking crossing of the High Level Bridge. Overnight on the train at serene Eltham, in the heart of the Alberta prairies.
Day Five - A short train ride takes you to Okotoks. A luxury motorcoach transfers you to Homeplace Ranch, a unique feature of high cattle country since 1912. Enjoy a guided horseback tour or a scenic walk of the family-owned ranch and savor a rustic steak pit lunch. Return to the train for the final leg of the excursion, reaching Calgary by mid-afternoon. Check in once again on the Gold Level floor at The Fairmont Palliser Hotel and enjoy dinner at The Rimrock Dining Room.
Day Six - After a deluxe continental breakfast and checkout, a chauffeur returns you to the Calgary International Airport.
The following dates are available in 2008 for our Royal Canadian Rockies Experience tour:
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July 14-19, 2008
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August 21-26, 2008
- September 16-21, 2008
Rates for this tour are:
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Double Occupancy: $6,600 CAD ($6,600 USD*) per person plus 6% GST
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Single Occupancy: $7,100 CAD ($7,100 USD*) per person plus 6% GST
*estimated price; USD conversion rates may vary
Please note: each Royal Canadian Rockies Experience departure has a maximum capacity of 32 guests. All prices are per person.
There is a minimum age requirement of 18 years to travel on this excursion.
The price of your tour on The Royal Canadian Rockies Experience includes:
Private chauffeur transportation to and from The Calgary International Airport and The Fairmont Palliser Hotel
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Pre and post hotel night accommodations on the exclusive Gold Floor at The Fairmont Palliser Hotel
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Pre and post night gourmet dinners in The Rimrock Dining Room at The Fairmont Palliser Hotel
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Pre and post morning deluxe continental breakfasts on the Gold Floor Lounge
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Luxuriously appointed, en suite stateroom onboard the train (double, twin or single availability - all equipped with private shower, sink, and latrine)
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Onboard the train - daily table d'hote meals, including all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
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All off-train activities as described in the daily itineraries
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Deluxe motor coach transportation to and from off-train tours and the train
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A non-mandatory gratuity policy
Your tour price does not include:
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airfare
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vacation insurance, if you want coverage for:
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injury
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illness
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loss of effects on tour
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holiday cancellation
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loss of luggage
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Articles which may be purchased for private use, including gift shop purchases
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All hotel incidental charges including alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, mini-bar, and other hotel services purchased for private use
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Goods & Services Tax (GST)
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