2017 - TM Canada and Alaska

58 Day 1. Arrive Vancouver Welcome to the coastal city of Vancouver for the start of your magical winter adventure. On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Settle in to your surroundings and this evening, meet your fellow guests and friendly Travelmarvel Tour Director at a Welcome Reception. Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Hotel. Day 2. Vancouver This morning can be spent at your leisure in Vancouver. Perhaps stroll through this cosmopolitan city and enjoy the festive decorations, or squeeze in some time for Christmas gift shopping. Later this afternoon, enjoy the opportunity to discover Vancouver's must-see attractions on a sightseeing tour, including the Waterfront, Gastown, Granville Island and Stanley Park. You'll also head to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Be dazzled by the park's Canyon Lights display – where hundreds of thousands of lights glitter throughout the rainforest and across the suspension bridge. B Day 3. Vancouver, Whistler Travel along the Sea to Sky Highway and take in incredible views of the spectacular Coastal Mountains on your way to Whistler. The scenery along this route at this time of the year is simply magical, with a thick blanket of snow covering the gigantic surrounding peaks. This alpine resort-town is considered an adventure playground for outdoor enthusiasts, especially in winter. This evening, enjoy a Progressive Dinner, where each course of the meal is served at a different restaurant throughout the village, which is decorated with traditional festive flair. Two Nights: Whistler, Aava Whistler Hotel. BD Day 4. Whistler Enjoy today at leisure to relax or explore Whistler at your own pace. Perhaps view the mountains from a bird's-eye perspective on a helicopter tour, or explore Whistler's forests with a range of exhilarating tree trek options. If it's speed you're seeking, then jump on a snow mobile and race through the alpine landscapes or enjoy an exciting dog sled ride. Or you might like to take a gondola ride between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain. B Day 5. Whistler, Vancouver, VIA Rail This morning after breakfast enjoy time at leisure to take in the surrounds of Whistler, before travelling back to Vancouver this afternoon. After dinner, board your overnight VIA Rail journey to Jasper in the Canadian Rockies. On board, enjoy access to the amazing glass-domed observation deck which provides stunning panoramic views. Stay: VIA Rail, Sleeper Touring Class. BD Day 6. VIA Rail, Jasper Wake up in your comfortable carriage to admire the stunning snow-covered Canadian Rockies passing by. Spend the morning continuing with your picturesque journey aboard the VIA Rail, enjoying the changing landscapes as they glide by. Later this afternoon, arrive in the charming town of Jasper, which is the perfect base from which to explore the incredible surrounding alpine area. Enjoy an overnight stay here. Stay: Jasper, The Crimson. BL CHRISTMAS IN CANADA Vancouver n Whistler n Jasper Banff n Lake Louise 11 Days YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES ✓ 10 nights premium accommodation ✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver ✓ 16 meals – 10 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 4 dinners (D) ✓ Overnight rail journey aboard VIA Rail travelling in Sleeper Touring Class ✓ Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner ✓ Tipping for land staff and airport transfers INSIDER EXPERIENCES Enjoy a Progressive Dinner, where each course of the meal is served at a different restaurant in Whistler Take in stunning views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains on a sleigh ride for a truly memorable experience Stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

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