Welcome to Hooked on Canada and our rail holidays in Canada. Travelling onboard the Rocky Mountaineer is an unforgettable, considered by many to be, a trip of a lifetime. It recaptures the romance of rail travel as it follows the historic train route constructed over 100 years ago. The entire train dide takes place during daylight hours to ensure you enjoy every minute of the breathtaking scenery of glacier-fed lakes, majestic mountains ranges and ferocious rivers.

DESCRIPTION OF THE VARIOUS ITINERARIES:
Kicking Horse: Travels between Vancouver and Banff (or Calgary). This route traces the historic transcontinental rail line that united Canada’s East and West. The highlights are the Fraser and Thompson Canyons, the Spiral Tunnels and the Kicking Horse Pass.

Yellowhead: Journey between Vancouver and the picturesque resort town of Jasper. This itinerary is renowned for its spectacular valleys and the numerous opportunities it offers to observe wildlife (including bears!).

Fraser Discovery: Travel between Whistler and Jasper by following the mighty Fraser River. You will then have the opportunity to travel across the legendary Cariboo region where the famous gold rush occurs in the 19th century. The highlights are Seton Lake, Fraser Canyon, Cariboo plateau, Mount Robson as well as the lush forests of northern BC.

Whistler Mountaineer: Inaugurated in 2006, this new itinerary allows you to travel between Vancouver and whistler while taking advantage of unique views over some of the most beautiful Rocky sceneries. The highlights are the snow capped mountains of the Sea to Sky Corridor, the majestic waterfalls, the old-growth forests, the brilliant Pacific waters, Mount Garibaldi, Cheakamus Canyon and magnificent views on Vancouver and Stanley Park.

DESCRIPTION OF THE VARIOUS TYPE OF SEATS:
Redleaf (Kicking Horse, Yellowhead and Fraser Discovery): Settle back in your roomy reclining seat and enjoy the commentary and service provided by your onboard attendant. Delicious chilled breakfasts and lunch selections are served at your seat. Large picture windows afford spectacular views of the ever-changing vistas. A classic travelling experience offering extended legroom, onboard complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages served at your seat, 1 night accommodation in a hotel, the transfers between the station and your accommodation, an information package and a commemorative pin.

Goldleaf (Kicking Horse, Yellowhead and Fraser Discovery): Travel with style in our dome coach and enjoy a gourmet regional cuisine prepared by talented chefs and served in the dining room. From the moment you are welcomed onboard, you can be assured of luxury and comfort! You will also take advantage of an assigned seating in reclining dome level, of one night accommodation in a hotel (including transfers from the train station and luggage delivery). You will also receive a dinner at your hotel, an information package and a commemorative pin. Onboard complimentary snacks and beverages will also be served at your seat.

Coast Classic (Whistler Mountaineer): A classic rail experience featuring quality service, extended legroom and scenic views through large picture windows. You will take advantage of an assigned reclining seat, of an access to the Henry Pickering Open Observation Car. Travelling in the morning from Vancouver, you will enjoy a chilled continental breakfast. Travelling south from Whistler to Vancouver, a light meal, including a sandwich will be provided to all Coast Classic guests. All meals and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages are served at your seat and our knowledgeable and friendly onboard attendants will provide you with interpretive commentary. Transfers to and from the stations in Vancouver and Whistler are also included.

Glacier Dome (Whistler Mountaineer): Unparalleled panoramic views from our custom-built Glacier Dome Coach make this the ultimate experience onboard the Whistler Mountaineer. You will take advantage of an assigned seating and fully reclining seats and of an access to the Henry Pickering Open Observation Car. Travelling in the morning from Vancouver, you will enjoy coffee service and fresh fruit plate followed by a choice between a delectable continental breakfast or a hot entrée. Travelling south from Whistler to Vancouver, enjoy an afternoon tea with sandwiches, warm scones, strawberries, Devon cream and petit fours will be offered. Meals and complimentary beverages are provided at your seat with fine china and linen and our knowledgeable and friendly onboard attendants provide you with interpretive commentary. The transfers to and from the Station locations in Vancouver and Whistler are also included.

Whistler Mountaineer - Sea to Sky Climb
Train Schedule
Train schedule in North direction (may change): Vancouver Downtown - Whistler Village: Dep. 7h15 / Arr. 11h30
Train schedule in South direction (may change): Whistler Village - Vancouver Downtown: Dep. 14.15h / Arr. 18h00
Departure Daily departure from May 14 to September 29th

What is included
• Train « Rocky Mountaineer » between Vancouver and Whistler or the opposite depending on booked category
• 1 lunch in the train and non-alcoholic drinks
• Transfer from downtown to the North Vancouver Station and from Whistler station to Whistler village
• Applicable taxes

Prices 2010

Kicking Horse - First Passage to the West ( Between Calgary or Banff and Vancouver  / Yellowhead- Journey through the Clouds between Jasper and Vancouver
Train Schedule
East direction: Vancouver-Kamloops: Dep. 7h30 PT / Arr. 17h35 PT, Kamloops-Jasper: Dep. 8h10 PT / Arr. 18h10 MT, Kamloops- Banff: Dep. 6h30 PT / Arr. 19h MT, Kamloops-Calgary: Dep. 6h30 PT / Arr. 21h20 MT - PT= PacifiC hour , MT = Rockies hour
West direction: Calgary-Kamloops: Dep. 6h20 MT / Arr. 19h20 PT, Banff-Kamloops: Dep. 8h40 MT / Arr. 19h20 PT, Jasper- Kamloops: Dep. 7h45 MT / Arr. 16h10 PT, Kamloops-Vancouver: Dep. 7h30 PT / Arr. 17h10 - PT= Pacific hour, MT = Rockies hour.

Departure dates- East direction From Vancouver to Calgary and Banff
April                        23, 30
May                         3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31
June                        1, 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
July                         2, 9, 12, 16, 23, 26, 30
August                    6, 9, 13, 20, 23, 27, 30
September              3, 6,10, 13, 17
October                  1, 5

Departure dates- East direction From Vancouver to Jasper
April                        23, 30
May                         4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
June                        1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 28
July                         2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
August                    3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31
September              3, 7,10, 14, 17
October                  1, 5

West direction From Jasper to Vancouver
April                        25
May                        2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
June                       3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27
July                        1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
August                   1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29
September             2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19
October                  3, 7

West direction From Calgary/Banff to Vancouver
April                        25
May                        2, 5, 6, 9,12, 13, 16,19, 20, 23,26, 27, 30
June                       2,  3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27,30
July                        4, 11, 14, 18, 25, 28
August                   1, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
September             1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19
October                  3, 7

What is Included
• Train « Rocky Mountaineer » between Vancouver and Jasper, Banff or Calgary or the opposite depending on booked category
• 2 Breakfasts & 2 Lunches in the train in Redleaf and 2 Breakfasts & 2 Lunches in the train and a Dinner at the hotel in Goldleaf
• Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks
• 1 night in Kamloops paid by « Rocky Mountaineer » in standard accommodation (luggage transport included in Goldleaf)
• Return transfer between the hotel and Kamloops station
• Applicable taxes

Prices per person 2010

Fraser Discovery - Rainforest to Gold Rush between Jasper and Whistler
Train Schedule
Trains schedule: Whistler-Quesnel: Dep. 7h10 PT / Arr. 19h30 PT, Quesnel-Jasper: Dep. 7h10 PT / Arr. 20h30 MT, Jasper-Quesnel: Dep. 7h10 MT /Arr. 18h30 PT, Quesnel-Whistler: Dep. 7h10 PT / Arr. 19h30 PT- PT= Pacific hour, MT = Rockies hour

Departure dates - West direction From Jasper to Whistler
May                          12, 19, 26
June                         2, 9, 23
July                          7, 14, 21
August                     4, 11, 18
September                1, 8, 15

Departure dates – East direction From Whistler to Jasper
May                          17, 24, 31
June                         7, 21
July                           5, 12, 19
August                     2, 9, 16, 30
September                6, 13, 30

What is included
• Train « Rocky Mountaineer » between Whistler and Jasper or the opposite depending on booked category
• 2 Breakfasts and 2 Lunches on the train
• Non-alcoholic drinks
• 1 night in Quesnel paid by « Rocky Mountaineer » in standard accommodation (luggage transport included in Goldleaf)
• Return transfer between the hotel and Quesnel station
• Applicable taxes

Prices per person 2010

To view our other train holidays in Canada : Mountain Express , Rockies Express , Atlantic Express , Corridor Express , Gaspe Express

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