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FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ INCLUSIONSCustomise your own adventureWe recognise you may not always share the same interests as your fellow travellers. So, in select places, we offer you a choice of activities and dining experiences, included at no extra cost.

INCLUDED MUST-SEE SIGHTSEEINGMagical moments you'll never forgetIt's hard to imagine visiting Québec without tasting real maple syrup or the Rockies without wandering onto the surface of a glacier. Included as standard on every APT itinerary, we’ll take you to experience the iconic attractions as well as the hidden gems.

APT SIGNATURE EXPERIENCESTruly appreciate the spirit of North AmericaSharing a meal with Canada's First Nations people, exploring The Butchart Gardens before they open... every journey presents exclusive hand-picked experiences in addition to your range of included sightseeing.

NO HIDDEN EXTRASFor your absolute peace of mindRelax knowing all the small, often overlooked details are included, such as airport transfers on the first and last day of your holiday, all gratuities, port charges and more. You won't even have to worry about your luggage, which will be waiting for you in each new destination.

ALASKA & NEW ENGLAND CRUISINGDiscover wonders beyond the shorelineAPT partners with two of the most experienced cruise lines in the region – Holland America Line and Princess Cruises. We guarantee you'll stay in a Verandah Stateroom, and enjoy complimentary beer and wine with every dinner.

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE GUARANTEEDBe guided by the best in the businessTo help you feel at home whenever you travel with us, there's a friendly face awaiting you at the airport, and a North American Tour Director and Cruise Escort with you throughout your journey. Plus, our local operations team in Vancouver are on hand at all times.

FAIRMONT COLLECTIONYour castle awaitsExperience some of Fairmont's most iconic properties including The Fairmont Banff Springs and The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, where you'll stay in a guaranteed Lakeview Room. You'll also receive an APT Fairmont Card offering discounts and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

LUXURY COACHES & WI-FIStay connected on the roadYou’ll travel on the newest coaches in Western Canada. These vehicles are among the safest of their kind and offer superior amenities including Wi-Fi on board, allowing you to send real-time updates to your loved ones back home.

GUARANTEED GOLDLEAF SERVICETreasure the world's most spectacular rail journeyIt's one of the most coveted rail journeys to be had – slicing through the Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. When you travel with APT, you'll be seated in a glass-domed GoldLeaf carriage – easily the best place from which to take in the striking scenery.

SMALLER GROUPSTravel with a maximum of just 40 guestsOn every APT North American land journey, smaller group sizes ensure you’ll enjoy a more personal experience. You'll have more time to interact with your APT Tour Director and enjoy a greater sense of camaraderie with your fellow travelling companions.

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APT's hassle-free holiday lifestyle grants you the freedom to leave the everyday behind, to indulge your whims, and to live the extraordinary now.

Your Unforgettable Holiday Includes Everything as detailed, including gratuities and airport transfers

Overnight VIA Rail journey from Vancouver to Jasper

Seven-night Holland America Line Inside Passage cruise

APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in four locations

A total of 39 meals, as well as beer and wine with dinner on your cruise

Day 1. Arrive Victoria. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel before a Welcome Dinner. Two Night Stay: Vancouver Island, Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Hotel. D

Day 2. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens. Visit The Butchart Gardens for

breakfast and explore the gardens before the crowds arrive. Spend the afternoon on your Freedom of Choice activity. B

Day 3. Victoria, Georgia Strait, Vancouver. Today you'll take the ferry across Georgia Strait on the way to Vancouver.

Perhaps take a half-hour floatplane flight from Victoria to Vancouver (own expense).

This afternoon's itinerary includes a wander through the trees along the bridges and walkways of the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Next, enjoy a guided tour of Vancouver, during which you'll discover many of the city's best-loved attractions. After dinner, you'll be transferred to the station to board your VIA Rail train for an overnight journey into the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Stay: VIA Rail in Sleeper Plus Class. BD

Day 4. VIA Rail, Jasper. This morning you'll look forward to

opening the curtains to the lofty peaks and endless pine forests of Canada's Rocky Mountains. As an APT guest you'll enjoy exclusive access to the Park Car – its glass-dome observation deck is by far the best seat from which to take in the scenery. Along the way you'll also be treated to included gourmet dining experiences served in the comfort of the Dining Car. Arrive at Jasper National Park this afternoon and transfer to your lodge. This evening, choose where you'd like to dine from a number of restaurants we've selected for you. Stay: Jasper National Park, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. BLD

Day 5. Jasper, Athabasca Glacier, Banff. Enjoy the scenery as you drive along the Icefields Parkway this morning. Stop to ride an Ice Explorer onto Athabasca Glacier, then admire the turquoise waters of Peyto Lake before arriving at the ‘Castle in the Rockies’ – The Fairmont Banff Springs. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs. B

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1-2 Victoria

3 Overnight VIA Rail Journey

4 Jasper

5-6 Banff

7 Lake Louise

8 Sun Peaks

9 Whistler

10 Vancouver

11 Seattle

12 Inside Passage

13 Juneau

14 Glacier Bay

15 Sitka

16 Ketchikan

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YOUR INCLUDED SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

Explore The Butchart Gardens before the crowds arrive and enjoy breakfast in the original Butchart family residence

Meet a Mountie in Banff and hear tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Take an informative stroll by the shores of Lake Louise with an expert Mountain Heritage Guide

Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill on board your Holland America Line ship

Day 6. Banff. Explore Banff just the way you wish

on your chosen activity, before dinner at your choice of the hotel’s fine restaurants. BD

Day 7. Banff, Lake Louise. Meet a Mountie and ride the Banff

Gondola before touring the town. Travel to Lake Louise and join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide for a stroll along the lake shore. Choose where to dine tonight. Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room. BD

Day 8. Lake Louise, Sun Peaks. Enjoy one last chance to take in one of the world's most breathtaking panoramas before you descend the Rockies to Sun Peaks. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel. BD

Day 9. Sun Peaks, Whistler. Travel via the town of Lillooet, and stop at Seton and Duffey lakes en route to Whistler. Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. BD

Day 10. Whistler, Vancouver. Enjoy a free morning in Whistler before returning to Vancouver for a special dinner. Stay: Vancouver, The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel. BD

Day 11. Vancouver, Seattle, Embark Ship. Travel to Seattle and board your ship.

This evening, enjoy a delightful Sail Away Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill. Seven Night Cruise: Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam in a Verandah Stateroom. BD

Day 12. Cruise the Inside Passage. Glide past rocky headlands and over the icy waters of the Inside Passage, one of the most picturesque sea lanes in the world. BLD

Day 13. Tracy Arm, Juneau. Cruise past the entrance to Tracy Arm, before docking in Juneau. Here, you can take part in an excursion (own expense). BLD

Day 14. Glacier Bay National Park. Wake up to the breathtaking sight of World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park. As you cruise, you’ll benefit from the commentary of local rangers who have come aboard. BLD

Day 15. Sitka. Arrive in Sitka, flanked by snow-capped mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Once the capital of Russian Alaska, Sitka still retains its strong Russian and Tlingit heritage. BLD

Day 16. Ketchikan. Besides the main attractions of the town itself, Ketchikan also acts as a gateway to Misty Fjords National Monument. BLD

Day 17. The Inside Passage, Victoria. Enjoy one last day at sea amid the glacial landscapes of the Inside Passage. Your ship will remain docked in Victoria overnight. BLD

Day 18. Disembark Ship, Depart Seattle. Disembark and transfer to the airport. B

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2017 DATES & PRICES (A$) PER PERSON

18 DAYS VICTORIA TO SEATTLE (UT18VEIS)

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Apr. 26^; May 10^. $9,995 $14,395

May 17. $10,995 $15,895

Aug. 23. $11,395 $16,595

2018 Apr. 25; May 9, 16; Aug. 22.

2018 dates and itineraries are subject to change – enquire for details.

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Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Please ensure your onward flight from Seattle departs no earlier than 1pm. ^Itinerary varies slightly – guests will stay at Sawridge Inn on Day 4. An 11-Day land only tour (UT11VEI) is also available, refer to Days 1-11. See page 14 for terms and conditions and visit www.aptouring.com.au/Canada2017 for further information.

EXCLUSIVE! APT GOLD EXPERIENCE

Features include: Deluxe Rooms at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Fairmont Gold Rooms in Banff, at Lake Louise and in Vancouver; and a Verandah Suite on your Holland America Line cruise. Price: between $760 and $1,245 per person, twin share. Please enquire for details.

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ARRIVE & RELAX IN VANCOUVER Day 1. Arrive Vancouver. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel, with lovely views of the city skyline. After time to settle in, meet your fellow travellers at an informal Welcome Dinner. Two Night Stay: Vancouver, The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel. D

Day 2. Vancouver. Join a local guide for a tour of cosmopolitan Vancouver, discovering the city’s must-see attractions. Visit Stanley Park, a world-class, 400-hectare evergreen oasis located just steps away from downtown Vancouver. Head over to Granville Island, the bustling heart of Vancouver’s cultural scene, then enjoy panoramic views of picturesque English Bay. With free time at hand this afternoon and evening, you may like to step out and immerse yourself in this vibrant harbourside city at your leisure. Perhaps wander the old cobblestone streets of Gastown, the birthplace of Vancouver, or pay a visit to the shopping mecca of Robson Street. Those seeking tranquillity might like to take a breather in Queen Elizabeth Park. B

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL JOURNEY Day 3. Vancouver, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops. Board the Rocky Mountaineer and relax in the comfort of your GoldLeaf carriage as you set out into the mountains aboard one of the only passenger trains that covers this historic route. Gaze up at the towering peaks of the Coast Mountains and pass the waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Glide past the steep rocky slopes as your train follows the Thompson River on the way to Kamloops where you will stay for the night. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited accommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL

Day 4. Kamloops, Rocky Mountaineer, Banff. Your rail journey continues east towards the Canadian Rockies today. Journey through vast ranchlands, past Shuswap Lake and along the South Thompson River. See the engineering marvel of the Spiral Tunnels and traverse Kicking Horse Pass, which takes you across the Continental Divide of the Americas and into the province of Alberta.

On arrival in Banff National Park, disembark the train and head for the ‘Castle in the Rockies’ – The Fairmont Banff Springs. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs. BL

CANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING ROCKY MOUNTAINS Day 5. Banff.

Verdant forests, glacial lakes, crystalline rivers and soaring mountain peaks – the World Heritage-listed landscapes of Banff National Park are at your doorstep and you've the chance to explore them on your chosen activity. You may like to take part in the Banff Experience – which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, absorb bird's-eye views of the park on a heli-flightseeing trip. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River or, for the more adventurous, join a guide and go for a paddle in a canoe. You might like to spend your morning relaxing at the Willow Stream Spa or set out on a cruise on Lake Minnewanka. This evening, you'll enjoy the chance to relax with dinner at one of the superb restaurants located within your hotel. BD

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Enjoy a refined lakeside barbecue and First Nations entertainment in Jasper

Spot bears and other wildlife on a Blue River Safari

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Day 6. Banff, Lake Louise. This morning, Meet a Mountie and

hear tales of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Afterwards, the Banff Gondola will whisk you to the top of Sulphur Mountain, from where you'll enjoy panoramic views out over six mountain ranges. Later, wander through the mountain town of Banff on a tour, before travelling to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Overlooking the impossibly blue waters of Lake Louise, you'll treasure your stay at one of the most alluring locations on the planet. This evening, choose where to dine from a selection of exceptional restaurants within your hotel. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room. BD

Day 7. Moraine Lake, Lake Louise. Today's excursion takes you right into

the heart of Banff National Park. First, you'll travel to Moraine Lake and discover that this glacier-carved lake is perhaps just as photogenic as the 'Jewel of the Rockies',

Lake Louise. Then, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the rich natural history of the area as you take a leisurely stroll along the shores of Lake Louise. You'll look forward to a relaxing evening left free for you to enjoy your time in this beautiful setting. B

Day 8. Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper. Join Highway 93, otherwise known as the Icefields Parkway, and wind along one of the world's most scenic stretches of road, past glaciers, vast icefields, sweeping valleys and brilliant blue lakes. After pausing to take in Peyto Lake, make a stop at the giant Columbia Icefield. Here, you’ll board a specially designed Ice Explorer vehicle and journey right onto the Athabasca Glacier. Later, stroll over glacier-sculptured valleys and waterfalls along the Glacier Skywalk. Continue on via Athabasca Falls to The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, on the shores of pristine Lac Beauvert. Two Night Stay: Jasper National Park, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. B

Day 9. Jasper. With its impressive collection of

glaciers, lakes, forests and mountains, it's easy to see why World Heritage-listed Jasper National Park is considered one of Western Canada's most beautiful regions. Today, our Freedom of Choice activities offer a thrilling perspective on this rugged wilderness. Take in the park on Harley-Davidson motorcycle sidecar tour, embark on a Maligne Valley experience, go rafting down the Athabasca River or ride the Jasper Tramway. You may prefer to set out on an interpretive nature hike or perhaps take part in an evening wildlife discovery. With a free afternoon at hand, why not explore some more via one of the many walking trails, or enjoy some time out at the lodge. Tonight, a stylish alfresco dining experience awaits by the shores of Trefoil Lake. Relax in this memorable setting and absorb the beautiful rhythms of a group of First Nations performers while chefs transform the freshest regional produce into a gourmet barbecue dinner. BD

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT

1 Vancouver Welcome Dinner

2 Vancouver Guided City Tour

3 Vancouver, Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf

4 Kamloops, Banff Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf

5 Banff Freedom of Choice

6 Banff, Lake Louise Meet a Mountie, Banff Gondola

7 Lake Louise Mountain Heritage Guide Walk

8 Jasper Ice Explorer Glacier Tour

9 Jasper Freedom of Choice

10 Sun Peaks Mt Robson, Blue River Safari

11 Whistler Seton and Duffey Lakes


12 Whistler Freedom of Choice

13 Victoria Shannon Falls

14 Victoria Freedom of Choice

15 Vancouver Holland America Line Cruise

16 Inside Passage Islands and Fjords

17 Juneau Tracy Arm

18 Skagway Klondike Gold Rush Heritage

19 Glacier Bay Glaciers and Wildlife

20 Ketchikan Misty Fjords National Monument

21 Inside Passage Coastal British Columbia

22 Vancouver Farewell

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ALPINE WONDERS & WILDLIFE Day 10. Jasper, Mt Robson, Blue River, Sun Peaks.

Join the Yellowhead Highway and re-enter British Columbia, stopping to take in views of Mt Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. On arrival in Blue River, board a custom-designed boat and skim over the waterways, watching for the grizzly and black bears that are frequently sighted here, as well as other native creatures. Enjoy lunch then continue your journey to Sun Peaks. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel. BLD

Day 11. Sun Peaks, Whistler. Follow the historic tracks of the early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region. Travel via the rural town of Lillooet, and stop at both Seton and Duffey lakes. Then re-enter the Coast Mountains on your way to Whistler. Ringed by mountains, forests and valleys, you'll see why this destination attracts outdoor enthusiasts. Two Night Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. BD

Day 12. Whistler. For an insight into the heritage of

Canada’s indigenous people, you’ll enjoy breakfast and a tour at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. This afternoon, select the Freedom of Choice activity that appeals to you. Take an eco-trek to Lost Lake or enjoy a floatplane flight for a new perspective on the region. Alternatively, explore Whistler Mountain on a 4x4 or snowcat adventure, enjoy a mountain Jeep safari or ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Others may prefer a tree trek or a zip trek. After a fun-filled day, you'll appreciate an evening at leisure. B

VANCOUVER ISLAND Day 13. Whistler, Georgia Strait, Victoria. Travel south from Whistler, via Shannon Falls to Horseshoe Bay. Here, take a ferry to Vancouver Island and the small city of Nanaimo. Continue by coach via Chemainus, arriving later in Victoria.

Forgo the journey by land and ferry, and take a one-hour floatplane flight from Whistler to Victoria (own expense). Enjoy incredible views of the Georgia Strait and arrive in Victoria in the early afternoon.

Two Night Stay: Vancouver Island, Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa. B

Day 14. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens. Visit The Butchart Gardens before

the crowds and enjoy breakfast in the original Butchart residence. You'll enjoy plenty of time to enjoy the colourful gardens in true serenity, before your afternoon activity. Perhaps join a whale watching cruise; take a seaplane flight; learn about the city’s heritage district on a guided tour; fish for salmon; ride in a horse-drawn carriage; or delight in afternoon tea at The Fairmont Empress Hotel. On the final evening of your land journey, enjoy a special dinner with your fellow travellers. BD

ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE Day 15. Victoria, Vancouver, Embark Ship.

Return to Vancouver and board your ship for your Alaska Inside Passage cruise. This evening, you'll be treated to a delightful Sail Away Dinner at the renowned Pinnacle Grill. Seven Night Cruise: Holland America Line in a Verandah Stateroom. BD

Day 16. Cruise the Inside Passage. The excitement builds today as you open your curtains to the legendary scenery of the Inside Passage. Enjoy a full day at sea as your ship cruises past fjords and tiny islands off the coast of British Columbia. BLD

Day 17. Tracy Arm, Juneau. Cruise past the soaring cliffs at the entrance of Tracy Arm, a narrow and twisting fjord. Continue to Alaska’s capital, Juneau, set at the foot of the mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel. Disembark and choose to explore at leisure or set off on one of the available excursions (own expense). BLD

Day 18. Skagway. Arrive in Skagway, at the Inside Passage’s northernmost point. Once a gateway city for the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway’s frontier-style air remains evident today. Here, a variety of excursions are on offer (own expense). BLD

Day 19. Glacier Bay National Park. Wake to the breathtaking sight of World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park, with its rivers of ice and skyscraping peaks.As you cruise, you’ll benefit from the insightful commentary of local rangers who have come

aboard your ship to explain the geological wonders and point out some of the diverse wildlife and marine mammals. BLD

Day 20. Ketchikan. A cheerful town set on the shores of the Tongass Narrows, Ketchikan and its surrounds present a range of attractions, including Misty Fjords National Monument – one of America’s largest wilderness areas. BLD

Day 21. The Inside Passage. Heading south through the Inside Passage, watch the glorious landscape slip by on your final day at sea. Or relax and make use of the wonderful amenities on board your ship. BLD

Day 22. Disembark Ship, Depart Vancouver. Disembark your ship on arrival in Vancouver today and transfer to the airport. B

Cut a breathtaking path through Alaska's Inside Passage with Holland America Line

EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY – AMERICA'S DEEP SOUTH

Perhaps you've always wanted to venture to America's Deep South? This holiday seamlessly combines with our New Orleans to Nashville itinerary (UTUE30).

Please enquire for further details.

EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY – EASTERN CANADA

While you're here, why not combine your holiday with a tour of Canada’s stunning East (UTE32). Please enquire for further details.

6-DAY GREAT BEAR SPRINGTIME EXPERIENCE

On our May 24 and June 14 departures, APT guests will have exclusive access to Great Bear Lodge, guaranteeing a front-row seat to a rare display of nature in the heart of the Canadian Wilderness.

Please enquire for further details.


GoldLeaf service on your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey

Seven-night Holland America Line Inside Passage cruise

APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in five locations

A total of 44 meals, as well as beer and wine with dinner on your cruise


22 DAYS VANCOUVER RETURN (UT22BEVV)

Twin Share Solo Trav. PLEASE NOTE:

Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries.

Please ensure your onward flight from Vancouver departs no earlier than 1pm.

*Due to seasonal conditions, Blue River Safari with lunch on Day 10 is not available.

See page 14 for terms and conditions and visit www.aptouring.com.au/Canada2017 for further information.

A 15-Day land only tour (UT15BEV) is also available, refer to Days 1-15. Enquire for further details and pricing.

Apr. 26*, 29*. $12,795 $16,895

May 3*, 6, 10. $13,195 $17,795

May 13, 17, 20, 24. $13,895 $18,995

May 27, 31; June 3, 7, 10. $14,195 $19,645

June 14, 17, 21, 24, 28; July 1, 5, 12, 15, 19. $14,695 $20,295

Aug. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16. $14,695 $20,295

Aug. 19, 23, 26, 30. $14,195 $19,645

2018 Apr. 25, 28; May 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30; June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30; July 4, 11, 14, 18; Aug. 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29.



Features include: Fairmont Gold Rooms in Vancouver, Banff and at Lake Louise; Deluxe Rooms at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; and a Verandah Suite on your Holland America Line cruise. Price: between $1,065 and $2,350 per person, twin share. Please enquire for details.


*Conditions apply. For terms and conditions see page 14 of this publication.


ARRIVE & RELAX ON VANCOUVER ISLAND Day 1. Arrive Victoria. On arrival in Victoria, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Take some time to settle in to your room then meet your fellow travellers at a Welcome Dinner. Two Night Stay: Vancouver Island, Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa (or similar). D

Day 2. Victoria, The Butchart Gardens. This morning visit The Butchart

Gardens before the crowds and enjoy breakfast in the original Butchart residence. With exclusive access to the gardens before they open to the general public, you'll relish the chance to inspect the incredible display of blooms in true serenity. Afterwards, spend the afternoon on your selected sightseeing experience. Perhaps join a whale watching cruise; take a seaplane flight; learn about the city’s heritage district on a guided tour; fish for salmon; ride in a horse-drawn carriage; or delight in afternoon tea at The Fairmont Empress Hotel. The evening is at leisure so you may explore as you wish. B

Day 3. Victoria, Georgia Strait, Whistler. Pause in the town of Chemainus before taking the ferry across Georgia Strait. Treasure the scenery as you travel north along the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway, passing Shannon Falls before arriving at Whistler.

Perhaps take a one-hour floatplane flight from Victoria to Whistler (own expense). Arrive in Whistler by midday and enjoy more time at leisure.

Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. BD

Day 4. Whistler, Sun Peaks. Bid a fond farewell to Whistler this morning as you head for your next ski resort village – Sun Peaks. Today's journey takes you through the lush Coast Mountains as you follow the historic tracks of the early gold rush pioneers through the rugged Cariboo region. You'll make a brief stop at Duffey and Seton lakes and travel via the remote town of Lillooet. Arrive later at Sun Peaks, Canada's second largest ski area set beneath three famous summits – Mt Tod, Sundance Mountain and Mt Morrisey. Dinner this evening will be set for you at your hotel. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel. BD

CANADA’S AWE-INSPIRING ROCKY MOUNTAINS Day 5. Sun Peaks, Mt Robson, Blue River, Jasper.

On arrival in Blue River, skim over the waterways watching for the grizzly and black bears that are frequently sighted here. After, join the Yellowhead Highway and stop to take in views of Mt Robson, before arriving in Jasper where you'll enjoy the grand Canadian lodge experience. Stay: Jasper National Park, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. BLD

Day 6. Jasper, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise. Join the Icefields Parkway and wind

through the majestic scenery of the Canadian Rockies. After pausing to take in Maligne Canyon and Athabasca Falls, stop at the giant Columbia Icefield. Here, journey right onto the surface of Athabasca Glacier. Later, in Banff National Park, admire Peyto Lake before continuing on to Lake Louise and The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room. BD

ROCKIES WITH ALASKA BY SEA & LAND

25 DAYS – VICTORIA TO FAIRBANKS

17 Night Luxury Land Journey | 7 Night Princess Cruises Inside Passage Cruise


Explore The Butchart Gardens

Spot bears on a Blue River Safari

Take a stroll by Lake Louise with an expert Mountain Heritage Guide

Meet a Mountie in Banff

Enjoy a Sail Away Dinner at Sabatini's restaurant on board your ship

Enjoy an evening at the Music of Denali Musical Theatre

Embark on a Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park

Take a sternwheeler cruise through the landscapes of Fairbanks

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Day 7. Lake Louise, Banff. Join an expert Mountain Heritage

Guide and learn about the rich natural history of the region as you take a leisurely stroll by the shores of Lake Louise. Then set out along the Trans-Canada Highway through the forest of Banff National Park. En route, stop to absorb one of the most photographed panoramas of Banff National Park, the turquoise waters of Moraine Lake. In Banff later, head to the town centre for a tour, then board the Banff Gondola and ascend Sulphur Mountain from where you’ll enjoy panoramic views out over six surrounding mountain ranges. On return to ground level, you'll Meet a Mountie and hear tales of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Look forward to dining at one of your hotel's restaurants tonight. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs. BD

Day 8. Banff. World Heritage-listed Banff National

Park is without a doubt one of the most incredible locations of Canada's Rocky Mountains. While it is best-known as a winter playground, the warmer months bring lush landscapes that are perfect for outdoor activities. Experience it all on your chosen activity today. You may like to take part in the Banff Experience – which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, absorb captivating bird's-eye views of the national park on a wonderful heli-flightseeing trip. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River or, for the more adventurous, join a guide and go for a paddle in a canoe. You might like to spend your morning relaxing at the Willow Stream Spa or set out on a cruise on Lake Minnewanka. You'll look forward to a relaxing evening left free for you to enjoy your surrounds. B

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL JOURNEY Day 9. Banff, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops. Board the Rocky Mountaineer and relax in your GoldLeaf carriage as you travel through the Rockies. Traverse Kicking Horse Pass, travel through the Spiral Tunnels and journey past Shuswap Lake to the city of Kamloops. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited accommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL

Day 10. Kamloops, Rocky Mountaineer, Vancouver. Your rail journey continues this morning. Enjoy views to rocky slopes as your train follows the Thompson River. Pass Hell’s Gate in Fraser Canyon and admire the Coast Mountains on the way to Vancouver. Two Night Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver (or similar). BL

ITINERARY OVERVIEW


1 Victoria Welcome Dinner

2 Victoria The Butchart Gardens

3 Whistler Shannon Falls

4 Sun Peaks Duffey and Seton Lakes

5 Jasper Blue River Safari, Mt Robson

6 Lake Louise Ice Explorer Glacier Tour

7 Banff Banff Gondola, Meet a Mount-ie

8 Banff Freedom of Choice

9 Banff, Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf

10 Kamloops, Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf

11 Vancouver Guided City Tour

12 Vancouver Princess Cruises Alaska Cruise

13 Inside Passage Islands and Fjords


14 Ketchikan Misty Fjords National Monument

15 Juneau Tracy Arm

16 Skagway Klondike Gold Rush Heritage

17 Glacier Bay Glaciers and Wildlife

18 College Fjord Tidewater Glaciers

19 Denali (Mt McKinley) Direct-to-the-Wilderness Rail Service

20 Denali (Mt McKinley) Freedom of Choice

21 Denali National Park Sun Dog Kennels, Music of Denali Musical Theatre

22 Denali National Park Tundra Wilderness Tour

23 Fairbanks Sternwheeler Cruise

24 Fairbanks Gold Dredge 8 Tour

25 Fairbanks Farewell

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Day 11. Vancouver. Get to know Vancouver with your APT Tour Director this morning. Visit Stanley Park, a world-class, 400-hectare evergreen oasis located just steps away from downtown Vancouver. Then head to Granville Island, the bustling heart of Vancouver’s cultural scene. You’ll also see picturesque English Bay and Vancouver Harbour, before some free time. Perhaps wander through the old cobblestone streets of Gastown, whilst others may prefer to visit the shopping mecca of Robson Street. Today, 15 Day (UTAP15) guests join the tour. BD

PRINCESS CRUISES VOYAGE OF THE GLACIERS CRUISE Day 12. Vancouver, Embark Ship.

Bound for the glacial waters and wild landscapes of Alaska's renowned Inside Passage, your Princess Cruises ship awaits you on Vancouver Harbour. Step aboard, settle in and familiarise yourself with the facilities. This evening, celebrate the beginning of your ocean adventure with a Sail Away Dinner at the elegant Sabatini’s. Seven Night Cruise: Princess Cruises' Island Princess or Star Princess in a Verandah Stateroom. BD

Day 13. Cruise the Inside Passage. Enjoy a full day at sea as your ship cruises along coastal British Columbia and the Alaska Panhandle. Glide past rocky headlands and over the icy waters of the Inside Passage, one of the most picturesque sea lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. BLD

Day 14. Ketchikan. Arrive at the city of Ketchikan, set right on the shores of the Tongass Narrows. Ketchikan acts as a gateway to a wide variety of attractions, including Misty Fjords National Monument – one of America’s largest wilderness areas. It is also known as one of the best places from which to observe the annual salmon run, and can also lay claim to the world’s largest collection of standing totem poles. BLD

Day 15. Tracy Arm, Juneau. Cruise to the entrance of Tracy Arm, a narrow and twisting fjord which stretches for almost 50 kilometres. Continue your journey to Alaska’s capital, Juneau, set at the foot of the majestic Coast Mountains on the Gastineau Channel. Here, you may explore at leisure, or set off on one of the exciting excursions available to you (own expense). BLD

Day 16. Skagway. Arrive in Skagway at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Once a gateway city for the Klondike Gold Rush, Skagway’s frontier-style atmosphere remains evident today. Never failing to intrigue visitors with its wide range of historic buildings and stories to be told, there are a variety of unique excursions on offer (own expense). Or, if you'd prefer, you can also choose to set out on your own discovery. BLD

Day 17. Glacier Bay National Park. Draw back your curtains to World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park. As you cruise through rivers of ice and between skyscraping peaks, you’ll enjoy commentary from local rangers who have come aboard your ship to explain the geological wonders and point out some of the diverse wildlife and marine mammals. BLD

Day 18. College Fjord. Relax and take in the scenery today as you cruise through College Fjord, with its five stunning tidewater glaciers, five large valley glaciers and many smaller glaciers, most of which were named after Ivy League schools. Like Glacier Bay, humpback whales can often be seen feeding in the waters of the fjord. BLD

EXPLORE ALASKA BY LAND Day 19. Whittier, Disembark Ship, Talkeetna, Denali (Mt McKinley). Disembark your ship for the final time this morning and board Princess Cruises' exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service. Along the way, enjoy listening to insightful commentary about the region. Tonight, after settling in, enjoy dinner at your wilderness lodge. Two Night Stay: Mount McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. BD

Day 20. Denali (Mt McKinley), Talkeetna. During breakfast, enjoy views of the

Alaska Range and perhaps even Denali, formerly known as Mt McKinley. As the mountain is so tall – 6,194 metres – it can be difficult to catch a completely clear view. Its jagged peaks, however, are known to appear through the mist at any moment. Will today be your lucky day as you venture outdoors and explore on your chosen activity? Take a thrilling ride along the Talkeetna River on a jetboat tour. Or, enjoy a more leisurely option – a float trip down the Talkeetna River.Join a guide for an easy stroll around Byers Lake or take a ride in a horse-drawn wagon. With a free afternoon and evening at hand, you can relax and enjoy the scenery. B

Day 21. Denali (Mt McKinley), Denali National Park.

Tour the Sun Dog Kennels and meet some of the sled dogs this morning. Then travel by coach to Denali National Park and settle in to your lodge. Enjoy an evening of fun, festivity and traditional Alaskan food at the Music of Denali Musical Theatre tonight. Performed in a rustic-style roadhouse, the musical show gives you a light-hearted overview of the first men to reach the summit of Denali. Two Night Stay: Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge. BD

Day 22. Denali National Park. Embark on a Tundra Wilderness Tour

to spot wildlife that call the park home as you discover the extraordinary landscapes of the Alaskan tundra. BD

Day 23. Denali National Park, Fairbanks. In Fairbanks, board a sternwheeler and

cruise the Chena River, travelling back to a time when riverboats filled the waterways of Alaska’s interior during the late 1800s. Two Night Stay: Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge. B

Day 24. Fairbanks. Travel along the Tanana Valley Railroad to Gold Dredge 8. Enjoy a tour and pan for gold, then see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Back in Fairbanks, enjoy a Farewell Dinner. BD

Day 25. Depart Fairbanks. After breakfast, transfer to the airport. B

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GoldLeaf service on your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey

Seven-night Princess Cruises Inside Passage cruise

APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in five locations

A total of 51 meals, as well as beer and wine with dinner on your cruiseWatch enormous caribou roaming the Alaskan tundra

ARCTIC CIRCLE EXTENSION

Choose to add an Arctic Circle scenic flight. From Fairbanks, you’ll soar over the Arctic Circle and land at a remote wilderness community. Enquire for information and pricing.


25 DAYS VICTORIA TO FAIRBANKS (UTAP25)

15 DAYS VANCOUVER TO FAIRBANKS (UTAP15)

Twin Share Solo Trav. Twin Share Solo Trav.

May 13^. $14,695 $18,695 May 23. $7,195 $9,895

May 27^. $15,595 $20,395 June 6. $7,795 $11,345

June 10^. . $15,895 $21,095 June 20.. $7,795 $11,345

June 20, 24. $16,195 $21,595 June 30. $7,995 $11,595

July 4, 18, 22. $16,195 $21,595 July 4, 14, 28. $7,995 $11,595

Aug. 1. $16,195 $21,595 Aug. 1, 11. $7,995 $11,595

Aug. 19. $15,395 $20,095 Aug. 29. $7,295 $10,195

2018 May 12, 26; June 9, 19, 23; July 3, 17, 21, 31; Aug. 18. 2018 May 22; June 5, 19, 29; July 3, 13, 27, 31; Aug. 10, 28.


PLEASE NOTE:

Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. The Alaska land journey has been exclusively customised for APT by Princess Cruises.^Itinerary varies slightly. See page 14 for terms and conditions and visit www.aptouring.com.au/Canada2017 for further information.


Features include: Deluxe Rooms at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Fairmont Gold Rooms at Lake Louise and in Banff; and a Verandah Suite on your Princess Cruises ship. Price: between $555 and $630 per person, twin share. Please enquire for details.

*Conditions apply. For terms and conditions see page 14 of this publication.


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GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITIONS

*Terms and Conditions apply. For full itinerary details, departure dates, fares and all terms and conditions, please refer to APT’s Canada & Alaska featuring USA 2017 brochure (Publication no. H4807). All fares are in Australian currency. Your booking contract is with Australian Pacific Touring Pty Ltd (APT), and incorporates all of the following terms and conditions. APT recommends that you read and understand your contract, and ask APT or your travel agent if you require any clarification. Information is correct as at 20 May 2016, however offers may change due to surcharges, fees, taxes or currency variations.

Fly for $995 per person: Offer includes Economy Class airfare, with taxes up to the value of $200 per person. Offer is available on a number of tours as indicated on pages 4-5, from selected capital cities. Offer has strictly limited availability. Once sold out enquire for next best available SuperDeal.

Business Class Offer: Price from $5,995 per person includes taxes up to the value of $200 per person. Offer is available on a number of tours as indicated on pages 8-9. Business Class fare is valid ex Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane return to Vancouver. Any North America internal flights will be in Economy Class. Surcharges from Perth and Adelaide apply.

Travel with Friends: Offer available when six or more people book at the same time and travel together on the same tour departure date. Not

combinable with any other group discount. This offer is combinable with applicable airfare offer and Early Payment Discount. When booking a tour of 16 days or more, the ’16 days or more’ must be part of the tour and not made up of pre and post tour accommodation.

Early Payment Discount: Tour must be paid in full 10 months prior to departure date. This offer is combinable with applicable airfare offer and Travel with Friends discount. When booking a tour of 16 days or more, the ‘16 days or more’ must be part of the tour and not made up of pre and post tour accommodation. Publication No. CONM104. Offers valid from 20 May 2016 – 30 November 2016. Publication is valid from May 2016.

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