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Tour Cost:
$7998.00 per person twin share
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Tour Departs:
May 15 2007 |
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What's Included:
Return Air fares from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane into Vancouver and out of Calgary with Air Canada.A wonderful 7 day Alaskan Cruise of the Inside Passage in a great cruise ship, Holland America's MS Zaandam.A 12 day tour of Western Canada and the Rocky Mountains including a 2 day trip on the famous Rocky Mountaineer Train.A 3 day stopover in Honolulu, staying at famous Waikiki Beach.First class accommodation, mainly 4 - 5 star.Many meals.All transfers and transport.Local tour guides, and if there are 15 or more passengers, there will be an Australian tour leader. |
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Notes:
If you don't have someone to twin share with, we will do our best to match you up with another traveler of the same sex, altough this is not guaranteed. For a single room there is an extra charge of $3675.
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Tour Itinerary:
Note: Meals are included in the itinerary as B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
13.05.07
Depart Brisbane at 10.25am on CI 54, arriving in Taipei at 5.10pm. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the Howard Plaza Hotel.
14.05.07(B,L,D)
Brisbane passengers wwill have a morning tour to the Botanical Gardens and Yangmingshan National Park. Afternoon free.
Melbourne passengers will have a connecting flight to Sydney. Both Sydney and Melbourne passengers depart Sydney at 11.40am on CI 52, arriving in Taipei at 7.10pm. Transfer to the Howard Plaza Hotel.
15.05.07 (B,L) Taipei
All passengers will enjoy a morning tour taking in Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall, Martyr's Shrine, Chinese Temple, National Museum, Handicraft Centre and the Changing of the Guards. Chaing Kai Shek played a large part in the relocation of the people from mainland China and memorails to him can be found throughout the island. We will then visit a Chinese temple. Because of the Japanese invasion, Daoist and Buddhists were forced to secretly in either dominations temples and because of this, temples found in Taiwan are somewhat different to those found in other countries. The National Museum displays the history of the Taiwanese people and gives the visitor an understanding of their culture. Changing of the Guards is spellbinding as the young soldiers toss rifles with unsheathed bayonets to each other in exact precision as the old guards dismount their block and new guards take up that position. After lunch transfer to Taipei Airport departing at 2.05pm on CI 32, arriving in Vancouver at 9.25am the same day. (You cross the international date line). Transfer to the Sheraton Hotel. Rest of the day is free.
16.05.07 (B,D) Vancouover
Embark on Holland America's MS Zaandam cruise ship, for your seven night Alaska Inside Passage cruise. The MS Zaandam features spacious public rooms as well as spacious and tastefully decorated staterooms. To further enhance your onboard experience, the MS Zaandam offers a wealth of cruise ship activites and indulgences to make your voyage truly memorable. Special features include:
The two-tier Rotterdam Dining Room, which features impeccable service and an extensive wine list, and offers five-course menus, from continental cuisine to vegetarian and low-carb options.The Lido Restaurant offers a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities.
The Culinary Arts Centre, presented by Food & Wine magazine, is the setting for gourmet cooking demonstrations and interactive classes.Explorations Cafe, powered by The New York Times, features the largest library at sea, as well as comfortable music listening stations and internet access.The Greenhouse Spa & Salon, which features thermal suites, a hydrotherapy and thalassotherapy pool, heated ceramic lounges and more.
The Mondriaan Show Lounge features Las Vegas-style productions, talented vocalists, illusionists, comedians and variety acts.The Crows Nest, where sweeping views make this observation lounge a top choice for relaxation during the day, and in the evening transforms into a hip, fashionable night clubwith top-notch DJs and live bands.The Loft and The Oasis, designed exclusively for teens to have fun, spcialise and hang out with people their own age.
17.05.07
( B, L, D ) Cruising: Inside Passage
Cruise through the awe-inspiring scenery on the Inside Passage. Keep your cameras ready for whales, eagles and other wildlife.
18.05.07
( B, L, D ) Cruising: Juneau
Today, cruise through Tracy Arm Fjord past Sawyer Glacier before stopping at one of America's most remote capital cities, Juneau.
19.05.07
( B, L, D ) Cruising: Skagway
Arrive in Skagway, once a major port for gold prospectors. Today you can still ride the antique White Pass & Yukon narrow gauge railway.
20.05.07
( B, L, D ) Cruising: Glacier Bay
One of Alaska's most dramatic sites is before you today in Glacier Bay Nationaly Park, witness an amazing spectacle as tremendous slabs of ice break off into the sea.
21.05.07 ( B, L, D )Cruising: Ketchikan
Experience native Alaska in Ketchikan. View the largest collection of totems in the world at Saxmon Totem Park and Totem Bight State Historic Park.
22.05.07 ( B, L, D ) Crusing: Inside Passage
Return through the Inside Passage.
23.05.07 ( B ) Vancouver
Transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.
24.05.07 ( B )Vancouver - Day Trip to Victoria
Enjoy an included trip to Victoria by ferry, with sightseeing and a visit to BUTCHART GARDENS. Note: This excursion will not be accompanied by a tour guide. Vouchers are provided for all transfers.
25.05.07
( B, WR) Vancouver
A full day for independant activities and pursuing your favourite interests. Join one of our optional excursions offered today, including an excursion to the world famous ski resort, Whistler. This evening meet your fellow travelling companions at the Welcome Reception.
26.05.07
( B ) Vancouver
This morning's city tour of Vancouver includes the harbour area, Chinatown, and Stanley Park. The blance of the day is at leisure.
27.05.07
( B, L ) Vancouver - Rocky Mountaineer Kamloops
Arrive at Vancouver's Pacific Central Station and board your Rocky Mountaineer train for a two day, all daylight, classic rail journey from the Pacific Coast to the Canadian Rockies. Travel through the fertile fields of the Fraser Valley surrounded by snow-capped Coast Mountains towards Fraser Canyon. Continue through the raging turbulence of mighty Hell's Gate as you journey along the South Thompson River, eventually reaching your overnight destination of Kamloops.
Note: Kamloops properties are considered moderate two or three star hotels or motor inns. Your chosen hotel is determined by Rocky Mountaineer Railtours, however you can rest assured it satisfies our high standards of cleanliness and comfort. For your conveinience, baggage that will not be need during the train journey will be checked through to Jasper. Checked luggage will not be accessible during the journey. Plan to pack and overnight case with necessities for the train portion of the tour, including medications, eyeglasses, and other important items.
28.05.07
( B, L ) Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer - Jasper
Today follow the route of the "Overlanders" while enjoying spectacular vistas of the Monashee Mountains and Albreda Icefields. With a clear day, you'll see soaring Mount Robson in its pristine setting. Your hotel for the next two nights is Jasper Park Lodge. Set deep in the Canadian Rockies, the charming cabins and rugged elegance of the Jasper Park Lodge make it the embodiment of peace, tranquility and natural beauty. With one of the world's finest golf courses, spectacular outdoor adventure opportunities, gracious hospitality and fine cuisine, Jasper Park Lodge is the ideal vacation spot.
29.05.07 ( B, D ) Jasper - Excursion to Maligne Lake
This morning enjoy an excursion to Maligne Lake for a fully narrated cruise to Spirit Island. After your cruise, the balance of the day is at leisure. Maybe take an optional raft trip down the historic Athabasca River, where your experienced guide will navigate as you absorb the splendor of Jasper National Park. Your world class resort offers all kinds of things to do. Play golf on one of the top-rated courses in North America or stroll the streets of Jasper with it's array of speciality stores.
30.05.07
( B, D ) Jasper - Columbai Icefield - Lake Louise
Follow the Icefield Parkway and head for Banff National Park. While en route see Athabasca Falls and then get ready for one of the trip's highlights, a stop at the 305 metre thick (1,000 foot) Columbia Icefield for a memorable Snocoach Ride. Also see beautiful Peyto and Moraine Lakes, as well as savour stunning vistas of alpine meadows, waterfalls and glacier masses. Arrive in Lake Louise, your resort destination. Your hotel tonight is the famous Chateau Lake Louise. Situated in one of the world's most breathtaking vistas, Chateau Lake Louise evokes a sense of timeless beauty, warm, intimacy, comfort and old world charm. Resting next to majestic mountains soaring skyward and the vibrant blues and greens of glacier-fed Lake Louise, the resort affords incredible opportunities for sightseeing, recreation, photography, shopping and dining.
31.05.07
( B, D ) Lake Louise - Banff
This morning enjoy sightseeing in Banff and Yoho National Parks, including the Natural Bridge spanning Kicking Horse River and Emerald Lake. Arrive in Banff with the rest of the day at leisure. Your hotel for the next two nights is the Banff Springs Hotel with its unique blend of opulence and seclusion, and its been a symbol of the Canadian Rockies for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, a world class European-style spa, and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness.
01.06.07
( B ) Banff National Park
Enjoy sightseeing with a Gondola Ride up Sulphur Mountain, and stops at the Hoodoos along the Bow River and at Bow Falls. Afternoon at leisure. Perhaps take advantage of an optional helicopter flightseeing trip featuring dramatic aerial views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff. Others may wish to stroll the colourful streets of Banff or fish for trout on Lake Minnewanka.
02.06.07 ( B, D ) Banff - Calgary
This morning travel to Calgary and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Calgary's major sights, including Stampede Park and the Saddledome Stadium, and visit Fort Calgary. This evening your tour guide hosts a special farewell celebration dinner. Wonderful conversation and cuisince make the perfect finale for your vacation. A special treat is in store tonight as you'll be entertained by one of Western Canada's most popular cowboy poets, Doris Daley. Charm, humour, laughter, fun and smiles fill the evening.
03.06.07 ( B )
Transfer to Calgary Airport for a flight to Vancouver. Depart Vancouver at 11.35am on CI 31, arriving in Taipei at 3.00pm on 04.06.07.
04.06.07
Brisbane passengers depart Taipei at 9.45pm on CI 53, arriving in Brisbane at 8.20am the next morning (05.06.07). Sydney passengers will be transferred back to the Howard Plaza Hotel.
05.06.07 (B,L,D)
Sydney passengers have the morning free in Taipei. After lunch, there will be a tour to the botanical gardens and to Yangmingshan National Park. After dinner transfer to Taipei Airport, departing at 10.20pm on CI 51, arriving in Sydney at 9.30am the next morning (06.06.07). There will be a connecting flight to Melbourne.
Note: The price for this tour is based on an inside state room on the Alaskan cruise. To upgrade to an outside cabin costs and extra $316 per person twin share, or for an outside cabin with verandah it would cost an extra $823. |
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Making a Reservation:
To proceed with a reservation for this fantastic tour, please use the following facilities provided:
Call our Reservations on 1800 170 100 (Australia Free Call) or +61 2 9599 9308 (International) during business hours.
Visit the following website url: http://www.touristaustralia.com.au/americastours/5 for this tour and fax your reservation to us (24 hours).
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