ROYAL CANADIAN PACIFIC
The Golden/Crowsnest Excursion
Royal Culinary & Wine Experience
Fly-Fishing Journey
Royal Clubhouse Golf Excursion
Mt. Fairview Excursion
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THE GOLDEN/CROWSNEST EXCURSION
Day 1 (Thursday)
Calgary
You will be chauffeured from the Calgary International Airport to
the landmark Fairmont Palliser Hotel, where you will check into
a"Fairmont Gold" level room. You are invited to join the
Royal Canadian Pacific Management Team for a private cheese and
wine reception, followed by dinner in the Rimrock Dining Room. Overnight
Calgary.
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Day 2
Calgary to Crowsnest Pass
After breakfast, the train departs from the Canadian Pacific Railway
Pavilion in the heart of downtown Calgary. You'll travel through the
splendor of the Canadian Prairies on route to cross the High Level
Bridge in Lethbridge.
You will then travel by luxury motor coach to Head-Smashed-In Buffal
Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You rejoin the train in Macleod
and travel west towards the Canadian Rocky Mountains Passing through
Frank Slide you are joined by an interpretive guide to share stories
of the past. Your first overnight stop will be in the
Crowsnest Pass.
Day 3
Lake Windermere
The train continues west crossing the Continental Divide en route
to Fort Steele where a luxury motor coach takes you to the city of
Cranbrook and its historic railway museum. After your tour, you'll
return to the heritage town of Fort Steele where the west's early
days come alive, then continue north along the banks of the Columbia
River to an overnight stop at Invermere. That evening you will enjoy
a special on-board dinner accompanied by a classical guitar and violin
duet. Overnight on board, adjacent LakeWindermere.
Day 4
Gap Siding
Leaving the Columbia River Valley behind, you'll travel through
Golden and Field before traveling through the famous Spiral Tunnels
on your way to Lake Louise. Following an off train interpretive
hike to visit Lake Louise, you will continue east
through the heart of the Canadian Rockies to Banff. In Banff, you'll
enjoy the opportunity to ride up Banff Avenue or you can visit the
world famous, Fairmont Banff Springs-"Canada's Castle in the
Rockies". You'll return to the train for a short journey to
Gap Siding for our overnight stop and dinner on board.
Day 5
Calgary
A leisurely trip back to Calgary ends your rail journey, arriving
at the Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion by mid-morning. You'll
have lunch at The Fairmont Palliser Hotel. Suggested Calgary downtown
tours are available in the afternoon. Later in the afternoon you'll
check into The Fairmont Palliser once more and enjoy a farewell
dinner at the hotel. Overnight Calgary in a "Fairmont Gold"
level room.
Day 6
Calgary
After breakfast and check-out, a chauffeur will return you to the
Calgary International Airport.
NOTE
Two nights at the Faimont Palliser Hotel, three nights on board
the train)The Royal Canadian Pacific Golden- Crowsnest Excursion
includes two nights accommodation at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel,
three nights on board the train, guided day tours, all meals, baggage
handling, admission to off-train tours and world-class hospitality
on board the Royal Canadian Pacific. Transfers to and from the Calgary
Airport are included.
Impeccable personal service - limited to 32 people
DEPARTURE DATES 2003
May 15- May 20 , May 22 - May 27
June 5 - June 10 , June 12 - June 17
June 19 - June 24 , June 26 - July 1
July 24 - July 28 . September 11 - September 16
September 18 - September 23 , September 25 - September 30
October 2 - October 7 , October 9 - October 14
October 16 - October 21 , October 23 - October 28
RATE PER PERSON
Single $7550.00 CAD Double $7100.00 CAD
Single $5450.00 USD Double $5100.00 USD
*CAD/USD rates must add 7% GST tax
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ROYAL CULINARY & WINE EXPERIENCE
Day 1
Calgary
A chauffeur will take you from the Calgary International Airport
to the landmark Fairmont Palliser where you will check into a "Fairmont
Gold" level room. Enjoy an early dinner in the Rimrock Dining
Room, followed by an exhilarating performance by the Calgary Philharmonic
Orchestra. Overnight Calgary
DAY 2
Sicamous
After breakfast, the train departs Calgary at 9:00am. The train
ventures west toward the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains en
route to Kamloops. You are able to view the famous Spiral Tunnels
from the inside, and the untouched wilderness of Yoho National Park.Your
evening will feature our culinary team talents during our "taste
of the Royal Canadian Pacific". You will experience a wine
and food extravaganza as the train travels towards the overnight
stop in Sicamous, BC.
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DAY 3
Kamloops
Following a hearty breakfast, this delightful culinary adventure continues
in the heart of
Canada's Okanagan Wine Region. You board a deluxe motorcoach for a
trip through rich, green countryside of rolling hills and beautiful
lakes, arriving at world famous Mission Hill Winery, named the Winery
of the Year at the first ever Canadian Wine Awards. Mission Hill is
famous for its chardonnay, a gold medallist. You will be taken on
a VIP tour of tasting followed by lunch. Your motorcoach will transport
you back to your luxury, rolling culinary school for you overnight
stop at Kamloops.
DAY 4
Golden
Awake to a fabulous breakfast and prepare for a mid-morning interactive
cooking demonstration, followed by lunch. As the train travels east
to Golden you will enjoy an afternoon cooking demonstration as the
train journeys through stunning Roger's Pass in Glacier National
Park. Cocktails and hors d'eouvres will be served as you are entertained
by a classical guitar and violin duet. Our culinary team will once
again showcase their talents for a special gala dinner. Overnight
stop in Golden.
DAY 5
Calgary
A leisurely breakfast, and interactive cooking demonstrations fill
the morning as the train journeys through the famous spiral tunnels.
Crossing back into Alberta, we travel through Banff National Park
before arriving home in the late afternoon. Upon arrival at the
Royal Canadian Pacific Pavilion you are invited to attend a wine
and cheese reception. You'll check into The Fairmont Palliser once
more and enjoy a farewell dinner at the hotel. Overnight Calgary.
DAY 6
Calgary
After breakfast and checkout, a chauffeur will return you to the
Calgary International Airport.
NOTE
The Royal Culinary & Wine Experience for those with a taste
for the finer things in life.
Imagine embarking upon a journey of epicurean delights, where you
treat your palate to the most exquisite food and wine in the land.
As you pass through the Canadian Rockies you'll have the unique
pleasure of interactive cooking demonstrations, wine tasting and
one-on-one consultations with our culinary team.
Impeccable personal service - limited to 24 people.
DEPARTURE DATES 2003
October 31 - November 5
RATE PER PERSON
Single $6450.00 CAD Double $5995.00 CAD
Single $4450.00 USD Double $4100.00 USD
CDN/USD rates must add 7% GST tax
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FLY-FISHING JOURNEY
Day 1
Calgary
A chauffeur will take you from the Calgary International Airport
to the landmark Fairmont Palliser where you will check into a "Fairmont
Gold" level room. You are invited to join the Royal Canadian
Pacific Management Team for a private cheese and wine reception.
Enjoy dinner in the Rimrock Dining Room.
Day 2
Fort Mcleod
Board the Royal Canadian Pacific from the Canadian Pacific Railway
Pavillion, adjacent the Palliser Hotel. Depart Calgary, traveling
south to Okotoks where you will float the Lower Bow River, home
to an incredible population of huge Browns and Rainbows that are
famous for their affinity for a fly. Reboard the train for the first
of four unforgettable scenic fine dining events as the train travels
to our over-night stable at Ft.McLeod, Ab.
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Day 3
Crowsnest Pass
Depart Ft.Mcleod and disembark the train on the banks of the dry fly
friendly wading paradise at Fernie, BC, for the Crowsnest River, which
sits just north of the Alberta-Montana border. Here your guides will
introduce you to the wild Rainbows, Cutthroats and Bull trout that
thrive in a spectacular Rocky Mountain foothills setting. The day
ends with dinner and an overnight stay at the President's Spur on
the Crowsnest Lake, BC at the height of Crowsnest Pass.
Day 4
Invermere
This morning begins with a short trip to the Elk River where our
guests disembark at Morrisey to board drift boats for a guided float
on the Elk River. At the end of our fishing day, our guides return
us to Morrisey, where our familiar rolling "fishing lodge"
awaits us. On board, guests enjoy the Royal Canadian Pacific's signature
service as the train heads north through the Columbia River Valley,
to its overnight stop at Invermere, B.C. on the shores of Lake Windermere.
Day 5
Bow Valley
On the last leg of the tour the Royal Canadian Pacific travels north
through the picturesque Columbia Valley and then climbs east through
the spectacular Spiral Tunnels. After crossing the continental divide
and entering the world famous Banff National Park the Royal Canadian
Pacific follows the headwaters of the upper Bow River, known locally
as "the other Bow". Here your fly-fishing skills will
be challenged by an evening with big, wily wild browns lurking in
the labyrinth of logjams and side channels that are the trademark
of this section. This is one of the best pieces of drift boat water
in North America and makes for a fitting finish to your fly-fishing
tour. Dinner and overnight in the mountainous Bow Valley.
Day 6
Calgary
After a leisurely breakfast the train arrives at the Canadian Pacific
Railway Pavilion at approximately 10:30AM. A chauffeur will return
you to the Calgary International Airport.
NOTE
A wealth of history sets the stage for the Fly-Fishing trip of a
lifetime.
Join the Royal Canadian Pacific Railroad Fly-Fishing Adventure
on a journey through time, spectacular mountain scenery and a variety
of blue ribbon fly-fishing experiences. A 650 mile fly-fishing tour
through the foothills and the Canadian Rockies to rivers of wild
and wonderful trout fishing.
This is fly-fishing at its best: in cold crystal-clear mountain
waters, surrounded by magnificent scenery, pitting both your wits
and your best flies against feisty cutthroat, brown, rainbow and
bull trout. Imagine riding the rails through the magnificence of
the Canadian Rockies in the comfort of what were once exclusive
private business cars that have carried members of royalty, world
leaders and captains of industry. Your journey winds along the banks
and through the
river valleys of some of the best fly-fishing waters in western
Canada.
Impeccable personal service - limited to 24 people.
Tour the top fly-fishing rivers
DEPARTURE DATES 2003
July 13 - July 18
July 19 - July 24
RATE PER PERSON
Single $7550.00 CAD Double $7100.00 CAD
Single $5450.00 USD Double $5100.00 USD
CDN/USD rates must add 7% GST tax
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ROYAL CLUBHOUSE GOLF EXCURSION
Day 1
Calgary
A chauffeur will take you from the Calgary International Airport
to the landmark Fairmont Palliser where you will check into a "Fairmont
Gold" level room. You are invited to join the Royal Canadian
Pacific Management Team for a private cheese and wine reception.
Enjoy dinner in the Rimrock Dining Room. Overnight Calgary.
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Day 2
After breakfast, the train departs Calgary at 7:00am. The train ventures
west into the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains to Banff. The
first day features the Stanley Thompson designed, world famous Fairmont
Banff Springs Course. After lunch and a round of golf, you rejoin
the train for a picturesque trip through the Rocky Mountains. You
are able to view the famous Spiral Tunnels from the inside, and the
untouched wilderness of Yoho National Park. Dinner will be served
on the train at its overnight stop in Golden.
Day 3
Lake Windermere
Majestic mountains dominate the train as you depart Golden and journey
south through the Columbia River Valley en route to the next golf
destination- Greywolf Golf Course. Designed by Doug Carrick and
recognized as the "Best New Canadian Golf Course Award"
in 1999 you will enjoy an afternoon of world-class golfing. After
golf you'll return to the train, stabled at Paradise siding for
a superb dinner and relaxing evening on the shores of Lake Windermere.
Day 4
Crownest
Enjoy breakfast amid the majestic Purcell Mountains while you journey
to your next golf destination to play St. Eugene Mission Golf Resort,
locate on the site of a historic mission near Cranbrook. Renowned
course architect Les Furber designed this championship link-style
course. Following your round, you return to the train to enjoy a
memorable dinner on board as the train travels to the overnight
siding in the Crownest pass.
Day 5
Calgary
The train will depart early in the morning heading east to Lethbridge.
You will experience your final day of golf at Paradise Canyon Golf
Resort. Located along the Old Man River the course is an oasis of
green between the rugged canyon cliffs. After golf, you return to
the train for dinner. As the train rolls back towards Calgary you
can reminisce about the golf adventures as the Royal Canadian Pacific
travels through Alberta's rolling ranch country back to Calgary.
The train arrives at the Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion at approximately
10:30 p.m. Once more, you'll check into The Fairmont Palliser. Overnight
Calgary.
Day 6
Calgary
After breakfast and checkout, a chauffeur will return you to the
Calgary
International Airport.
NOTE
Guaranteed tee times at three spectacular golf courses in Western
Canada
- Green fees
- Golf carts
- Access to driving range and putting greens prior to teeing off
at the first hole teebox
- All meals and beverages (including full bar service) on the Royal
Canadian Pacific except lunch. A lunch will be served exclusively
to our guests by each golf course's food & beverage staff on
their clubhouse deck.
- A state room on the Royal Canadian Pacific. Each state room has
it own ensuite shower and toilet, and sink.
- Off train ground transportation by deluxe motor coach or mini
van to and from the golf courses
- A Canadian Professional Golfer Association pro wil accompany the
group on-board and on the fairway.
- Golf club sets will be transported by the Royal Canadian Pacific
service team to nd from the golf course clubhouse.
Impeccable personal service - limited to 24 people.
DEPARTURE DATES 2003
August 24 - August 29
RATE PER PERSON
Single $5925.00 CAD Double $5475.00 CAD
Single $4100.00 USD Double $3750.00 USD
CDN/USD rates must add 7% GST tax
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MT FAIRVIEW EXPEDITION
Day1
Field
Departing from the Canadian Pacific Railway Pavilion at 06:30am,
your day begins with a hearty breakfast as the Royal Canadian Pacific
travels west to the Rocky Mountains en route to Lake Louise. Once
you reach historic Laggan Station at Lake Louise, you detrain for
the day. Just like in the old days, our guides from the Chateau
Lake Louise will meet us on the platform. These experienced guides
will help you recapture history and share the spectacular beauty
of one of the most captivating places on earth. Away from the crowds,
you will venture to Mount Fairview and relive the experiences of
the early adventurers as they explored the Canadian Alps with a
guide, eh! Return to the golden age of exploration and gain valuable
insight into the natural history and culture of the Canadian West.
You will experience the excitement of reaching new and exhilarating
heights. Discover stunning vistas and breath taking scenery as you
journey in a small group to the top of the world. Once you reach
your destination, feast on snacks and a gourmet lunch while you
feast your eyes on the magnificent view. Seize the opportunity for
this once-in-a-lifetime experience, usually only achieved by the
most skilled mountain travelers. Late in the afternoon we will return
to Laggan station to board the Royal Canadian Pacific and your journey
continues through the famous Spiral Tunnels on the way to Field.
Celebrate and share Mount Fairview Expedition stories with fellow
adventurers, over an extravagant dinner while stabled at Field,
BC.
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Day 2
Calgary
7:00am departure from Field will provide early morning reverse viewing
of the Spiral Tunnels during breakfast. A leisurely trip back to Calgary
ends your rail journey, arriving at the Canadian Pacific Pavilion
before noon.
DEPARTURE DATES 2003
September 17 - September 18
RATE PER PERSON
Single $1149.00 CAD Double $995.00 CAD
CDN rates must add 7% GST tax
*MOONLIGHT DINING
Moonlight dining excursions feature "all-inclusive" Calgary
to High River or Banff and return luxurious dinner train service.
The tariff is $400 U.S. ($550 Cdn.) per person, plus 7% GST. Extend
your trip to Field, B.C. to enjoy more of the mountains for an additional
$150 U.S. ($200 Cdn.). For groups with a minimum of 20 people to
a maximum capacity of 36 people. The train departs the Canadian
Pacific Railway Pavilion at 1800hrs and returns at approximately
2300hrs.We will offer this luxurious train service any night of
the week or on the weekend.
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