Day 1: Vancouver - KamloopsTravel through the scenic Fraser Canyon with it’s “Hells Gate” and along the Thompson River. In the nineteenth century, steamboats plied the waters between Georgia Strait and Yale were the Fraser River emerges at sea level. and were especially busy during the gold rush of the 1850s and 1860s. Boats continued to provide a vital link in the valley as the gold rush tapered off and Europeans began farming. Hells Gate is the narrowest point of the Fraser River. At high water level almost 220 million gallons of water are running with a speed of 30 km through the 33 meter wide gorge. The area is also known for one of the largest sockeye salmon runs in the world. Kamloops is the gateway to the interior of British Columbia and characterized by hot summers, snow-filled winters, literally thousands of lakes, spectacular landscapes, large cattle ranches and endless blue skies. Optional evening entertainment tip: enjoy the “Maple Leaf” Musical & Dinner show, an interactive hour-long journey featuring songs from Paul Anka, Shania Twain and Gordon Lightfood. Departure Vancouver: 07:30 / Arrival Kamloops: 17:35 Day 2: Kamloops - JasperTransfer to the railroad station. You are leaving Kamloops for an magnificent rail tour to the world-class destination resort of Jasper within the Rocky Mountain National Parks. Highlights of the day include: Continental Divide, Monashee & Cariboo Mountain Ranges, Yellowhead Pass, Pyramid Falls, Mount Robson - with 3945 meter the highest peak within the Canadian Rockies - and the North Thompson area. You’ll be surrounded for most of the way by a dramatic mountain scenery. Upon arrival in Jasper, motorcoach transfer to a local hotel and overnight. Jasper National Park is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site with breathtaking vistas, excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and a perfect base to explore West Canada’s Rocky Mountains. We provide a variety of pre/post tours along the Icefield Parkway to Banff and Lake Louise, transfers to Calgary and accommodation at some famous mountain and backcountry lodges. Please contact us for more information. Departure Kamloops: 08:10 / Arrival Jasper:18:10 Tour Includes - 2 Day Rail Tour
- 1 Night **** Hotel Accommodation
- Assigned Rail Tour Seating
- Onboard Attendant Interpretive Service
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Lunch
- Complimentary onboard Snacks & Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Motorcoach Transfer between Rail Station & Hotel
- Tour Information Package
- Provincial Sales Tax
Extras: - GST Tax
- Gratuities
| Standard Rail Tour Rates per Person | Rates in CAD $ | Single | Double | Triple | Child | | April | $ 628.00 | $ 553.00 | $ 544.00 | $ 459.00 | | May | $ 722.00 | $ 646.00 | $ 637.00 | $ 553.00 | | June – September | $ 889.00 | $ 815.00 | $ 805.00 | $ 722.00 | | October | $ 722.00 | $ 646.00 | $ 637.00 | $ 553.00 | Upgrade: Deluxe Rail Tour Rates per Person | Rates in CAD $ | Single | Double | Triple | Child | | April | $ 682.00 | $ 682.00 | $ 682.00 | $ 682.00 | | May | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | | June – September | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | | October | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | $ 968.00 | Upgrade Rate including: Deluxe Rail Transportation and Hotel Accommodation, Other Services as indicated under Standard Rates Departure Days | Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday | Note: Add Upgrade Rates to Standard Rail Tour Rates
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