This great snowy mountain holiday begins as you board Via Rail for a stunning train trip to the Canadian Rockies world famous Resorts–Chateau Lake Louise and Banff Springs Hotel. Enjoy the panoramas as the train winds past the ice-choked Thompson River and Mt. Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Watch for large concentrations of elk and bighorn sheep as you enter the boundaries of Jasper, Alberta.

Upon arrival, board a deluxe motorcoach for an awesome trip past the Athabasca Glacier on the way to the Banff Springs Hotel. Spend an incredible night at this castle in the mountains. The next day, you'll see the sights of Banff before the journey continues to the Chateau Lake Louise–another famous landmark. During your stay at the Chateau, 20 teams from around the world will have 53 hours to create ice masterpieces which will last until April. This rail vacation is not to be missed.

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• Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation
• 2 nights train Accommodations board the Via Rail
• 1 night hotel accommodations in Banff
• 1 night hotel accommodations at the Chateau Lake Louise
• 2 Full Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
• Fully escorted and narrated so you won’t miss a thing

Day 1 - Seattle - Vancouver, BC-Rail Canada
Your mountain holiday begins as you head north of the border by deluxe motorcoach to the VIA Rail Station in Vancouver BC. Sit back and relax as your Tour Director shows you the sights along the way. First class treatment awaits as our Service Manager welcomes you aboard the VIA train, where you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner. After settling in, our group will gather in the Glass Dome Car to watch the sparkling Vancouver skyline as you journey north. Nothing could be finer!
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 - Canadian Rockies - Jasper, Alberta - Banff
Awaken to freshly brewed coffee and the morning paper. When you look out the window, you will see the rolling hills surrounding the ranching community of Kamloops, BC. A hearty breakfast awaits onboard. The winter scenery is incredible as you wind your way along the shores of the mighty ice choked Thompson River and past Mt. Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. In the mid-morning, you will arrive in the snowy little mountain town of Jasper, Alberta. All aboard the motorcoach as you sightsee on the way to Banff, your home away from home for the next night.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3 - International Ice Festival - Chateau Lake Louise
This morning after breakfast you will travel to Lake Louise for the International Ice Festival, and you will check into our lovely hotel, the Chateau Lake Louise, for the next night. There you will immerse yourself in the coolest (literally) celebration in Canada, the International Ice Festival. See 20 teams battle the ice as they have 53 hours to create ice masterpieces, which will last until April. Enjoy the festivities and watching these masters at work. Be sure to vote for your favorite ice sculpture and watch the judging that takes place in the afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Chateau Lake Louise - Jasper - Rail Canada
After breakfast, (on your own) take time for last minute shopping and a last look at the ice sculpting and Victoria Glacier before boarding our motorcoach bound for Jasper, Alberta. In the late afternoon, board Via Rail for an overnight trip to Vancouver. Enjoy dinner in the diner.
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 5 - Vancouver, BC — Seattle
Enjoy breakfast on board the train before arriving in Vancouver. Bid your train staff a fond farewell before boarding the motorcoach bound for Seattle.
Meals Included: Breakfast

   

   

 Departure Dates:

• January 23 - 27, 2009

 Per Person Rates:

• $1,399 per person (double occupancy)
• $1,748 per person (single occupancy)