Name: Rainforest to Gold Rush Classic
Brand: Rocky Mountaineer
SKU: WRDE

Description

This journey into the rugged Canadian wilderness is one you'll never forget. Spend a night in Whistler, Quesnel and the quaint town of Jasper.

Tour Code: WRDE

Destinations

Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel, Jasper

Routes

Rainforest to Gold Rush

Trip Length

5 Days / 4 Nights Total

3 days onboard Rocky Mountaineer

5 Days / 4 Nights Total

3 days onboard Rocky Mountaineer

Mode of travel

Rocky Mountaineer Train

Motorcoach

Route Type

Short Journeys

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Description

Arrive in Vancouver and spend time exploring this scenic city on your own. Overnight in Vancouver.

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Vancouver Lookout

Your admission to the Vancouver Lookout is included in your package: get a 360 degree view of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Your adventure starts with a 40 second glass elevator that climbs over 550 feet to the panoramic observation deck. From here, you'll gaze out onto Metro Vancouver’s cosmopolitan downtown, the vast Pacific Ocean, and the beautiful North Shore mountains.

Explore the Vancouver Lookout on your own. Transportation to and from the Vancouver Lookout is not included. Open from: 8:30am to 10:30pm.

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Sheraton Wall Centre - Traditional Double

The Sheraton Wall Centre Downtown Vancouver Hotel is the perfect location for strolling scenic Robson Street and Yaletown or making connections in the nearby business and financial districts. Whatever your plans are, you'll find a feeling of welcome unlike any other at one of the best Vancouver hotels.

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Sutton Place Hotel - Sutton Room Triple

Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm, and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The spectacular setting in the heart of downtown Vancouver allows you to experience exceptional service with first-class amenities. Set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea with the city’s famous shopping, business, arts, and entertainment districts just steps away.

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JW Marriott Parq Hotel - Standard Guest Room Single

JW Marriott parq Vancouver is located in the city’s vibrant urban entertainment resort, Parq Vancouver. Crafted to meet LEED Gold standard and designed by acclaimed Studio Munge, our hotel features a collection of 329 exquisite guest rooms; including 44 suites, 3 luxury suites and a striking two-floor villa. Savour a rejuvenating treatment in the Spa by JW, invigorate your morning in our state-of-the art fitness studio, immerse yourself in the moment in our outdoor yoga space, and enjoy eight perfectly orchestrated restaurants and lounges.

Description

Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Following your check-in at and motorcoach transfer from your downtown Vancouver hotel, the Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking rail journey through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Whistler.

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

Stay in the heart of Whistler, British Columbia, and enjoy all the amenities offered at one of North America’s top mountain resorts. Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Whistler accommodation.

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

Description

A complimentary motorcoach will pick you up from your hotel at 6:45am PT and transfer you to Pemberton station (approximately a 35-minute drive), where you will board the Rocky Mountaineer train and travel to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley, through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel. Overnight in Quesnel.

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Quesnel Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

Upon check-in for your train departure you will receive a boarding pass which will indicate your Quesnel accommodation. Your accommodation in Quesnel will be of a moderate standard, but will include all the essential amenities to make your stay comfortable.

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Quesnel Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

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Quesnel Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

Description

Your journey continues Eastward today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper.

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The Crimson Jasper Hotel - Standard Double

At the heart of town lies Jasper's newest hotel - The Crimson Jasper. Just one block and an easy walk to the downtown shops and restaurants, The Crimson Jasper offers a comfortable and relaxing vantage point to enjoy the splendor of Jasper.

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Fairmont Room Double

Situated in Alberta's magnificent Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iconic Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a 700 acre year-round luxury mountain resort which wraps around the shores of pristine Lac Beauvert and Canada's #1 Golf Resort Course. The resort's charming village of cedar chalets and cabins, all connected by picturesque paths, offer guests unique access to explore the natural environment surrounding the resort.

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Deluxe Quad

Description

Arrive in Jasper and spend time exploring this picturesque mountain resort at your leisure. Overnight in Jasper.

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The Crimson Jasper Hotel - Standard Double

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Fairmont Room Double

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Deluxe Quad

Description

Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain resort of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Pass through the Rocky Mountain Trench, with the steep Rocky and Cariboo Mountains either side, and on to the rolling hills and vast forests of British Columbia?s Northern Interior. Highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Yellowhead Pass and Moose Lake. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer passes through the town of Prince George and follows the Fraser River into Quesnel. Overnight in Quesnel.

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Your journey continues Southwestward today to the four-season resort of Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games alpine events. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, through the rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau, to the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley. Highlights include sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world, and the shorelines of glacial-fed Seton Lake and Anderson Lake. Your rail journey today ends on arrival at Pemberton station where you will board a motorcoach which will transfer you to Whistler (approximated a 35-minute drive). Overnight in Whistler.

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

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Whistler Accommodation - Hotel Room Double

Description

The morning is free to explore Whistler Village at your leisure. This afternoon return to Vancouver onboard the Rocky Mountaineer through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the trip include the Cheakamus Canyon, the dome peak of Mount Garibaldi, Brandywine Falls, and breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains. An afternoon meal is served canapé style. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Vancouver. At the North Vancouver train platform, you will be transferred to your accommodation in downtown Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver.

Activities

Vancouver Lookout

Explore the Vancouver Lookout on your own. Transportation to and from the Vancouver Lookout is not included. Open from: 8:30am to 10:30pm.

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Opus Vancouver Hotel - Standard Guest Room Double

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Sutton Place Hotel - Sutton Room Triple

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JW Marriott Parq Hotel - Standard Guest Room Single

What's Included

Activities & Tours

Vancouver Lookout
National Parks Pass

Dining

3 breakfasts, 2 lunches (Eastbound), 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 afternoon snack (Westbound)
3 breakfasts, 2 lunches (Eastbound), 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 afternoon snack (Westbound)

Travel & Transport

3 days Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service
Luggage handling and rail station transfers in Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel and Jasper

Accommodations

4 nights hotel: Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel and Jasper

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