Route #4 The Coastal Passage
This route connects Seattle with Vancouver & then Banff or Jasper in the Canadian Rockies. It can be also be taken as a pre or post option with an Alaska cruise from Seattle.
photo courtesy of Holland America Line

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Route #3 Rainforest to Gold Rush
Enjoy diverse landscapes as you travel from Whistler to Jasper. This route transports you through BC’s coastal rainforest, the desert-like conditons of Fraser Canyon & pastoral ranchlands of the Cariboo Gold Rush region.
photo of Fraser River courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

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(916) 897-9597

Off Road & Into Nature
The Rocky Mountaineer offers 5 rail routes in Western Canada that carry you through British Columbia & Alberta from Vancouver, Whistler & Seattle. These can be combined into 45 different itineraries ranging from 4 to 17 days. It’s complicated but no worries, I can advise you!

Route #1 First Passage to the West
One of the most popular routes, this is a one way journey, either eastbound or westbound. It begins in Vancouver, stops in quaint Kamloops & ends in beautiful Lake Louise, Banff or Calgary.

photo of Castle Mountain, Banff, Alberta courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

Route #2 Journey through the Clouds
This journey also begins in vancouver but ends in Jasper, Alberta, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Along the way, enjoy views of Mt Robson & Pyramid Falls.

photo of Mt Robson courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

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Service with a Smile
Host Matt offers midmorning Canadian Caesars, a variation of the Bloody Mary. With or without “fuel”, it’s your choice. Tasty, either way.
There are hot & cold snacks and an open bar available throughout the day on the upper level.

The two story GoldLeaf cars a private dining room with large picture windows downstairs.

GoldLeaf Service includes a full culinary team that prepares & serves gourmet a la carte breakfasts & lunches in the private dining room on the lower level. They produce AMAZING meals within this very compact galley space on the lower level.

Many travelers are surprised to find fine dining on the rails. No foraging for local nuts & berries required. There is a sophisticated & diverse menu designed by a team of chefs for GoldLeaf guests.

Made to order brunch item – Sir Sanford Fleming Benedict.

For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
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(916) 897-9597

Sit Back & Relax
I value convenience. Let someone else do the driving as you take in the scenery, wildlife & history each day. No cramped little sleeper cars with bunk beds. Stretch out & enjoy your hotel accommodations along the route each night.

Cheers!
GoldLeaf cars have fully domed windows wih panoranic views upstairs & a private dining room with large picture windows downstairs. Snacks & beverages, both alcoholic & non-alcoholic, are complimentary at the GoldLeaf service level.

Kodak Speed
The trains travel at approximately 25 miles per hour with some “rolling stops” for photo ops. You also have access to the outdoor vestibules for additional viewing & photography.
photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

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Welcome Aboard!

Our hosts stand ready & greet us at the red carpet.
They escort each route, providing service & commentary as you weave through magnificent landscapes each day.
left to right below: Robin, Maggie & Katie

Go for the Gold
There are 3 levels of service aboard Rocky Mountaineer: GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf & RedLeaf.
GoldlLeaf is the ultimate in luxury with custom-designed bi-level domed train cars. It is the most popular option.
The other categories have only a single level. Amenities vary by level of service.

Enjoy a VIDEO PREVIEW of the Canadian Rockies by Rail!
http://youtu.be/8tKsokqTP48
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Travel in Style
I’ve already mentioned that I am a big fan of international rail travel.

“I LUV train travel!” she exclaimed enthusiastically. “And I’m not talking about Amtrak. Nope, not at all.”
Don’t I look like I’m having FUN? I wholeheartedly recommend it. In fact, I would do the same trip again!

Well, you don’t have to venture to another continent to experience the pleasures of train travel. Imagine traveling through the heart of the Canadian Rockies in style & comfort. The award-winning Rocky Mountaineer rail company offers 5 different routes in Western Canada.
This is an upscale, fairly inclusive, immersion travel experience.

bottom photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer.

For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
(916) 897-9597