Christmas in Far Away Places (5 pages)… Winter Luxury in the Rockies

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Winter Luxury in the Rockies
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Far aWaY pLaceS Christmas Rockies Spectacular 8 days £1899 Fly from Heathrow Or from your LocaL aIrport from Highlights Include Banff Lake Louise Jasper Edmonton West Edmonton Mall Optional Excursion Maligne Canyon  HOTEL FAIRMoNT ChATEAU LAKE LoUISE This fabulous holiday gives you the opportunity to see the amazing Canadian Rocky Mountains for yourself at their most spectacular. Staying in luxurious Fairmont hotels in stunning locations, this really will be an unforgettable Christmas. Your ItInerarY tueSDaY 23rd - Depart on your scheduled flight to Calgary. On arrival transfer to your hotel in Banff, where you will stay for two nights. cHrIStMaS eVe - Situated in the heart of the Banff National Park, the town of Banff is the natural starting point for your Rockies adventure. Today we include a sightseeing tour around the town and the surrounding area, taking you to Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos and the Bow River. There is also the option to take a helicopter flight over the Rockies for breathtaking views. This evening you will enjoy a festive drink and Christmas Eve dinner. JASpER pARK LoDGE Maligne Canyon to explore the frozen waterfalls and ice caves. This is one of the most spectacular gorges in the Canadian Rockies, where the walls tower some 150ft above the canyon floor. tHurSDaY 28th Leaving Jasper behind, you will embark on the drive to Edmonton, the capital of Alberta. The charm of this city lies in its balance of sophisticated and exciting events, engaging attractions and friendly ease. You will stay overnight in Edmonton FrIDaY 29th There will be free time today to take advantage of the fantastic opportunities on offer at West Edmonton Mall, one of the largest shopping and entertainment malls in the world. Its then time to transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK SaturDaY 30th Arrive in the UK. Your HoteLS In Edmonton, your hotel will be the Courtyard by Marriott. Located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, the Courtyard offers an excellent riverside restaurant. All rooms feature private facilities, TV, telephone and coffee making facilities. In Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff, you will stay in excellent four star Fairmont hotels Jasper Park Lodge, Chateau Lake Louise and Banff Springs. The Jasper Park Lodge is a charming complex of chalets and cabins. Chateau Lake Louise is set on the banks of the lake and offers unparalleled views, and the Banff Springs Hotel, built in the style of a Scottish castle, are both spectacular buildings, constructed during the early 20th century. All three hotels have excellent restaurants, a spa and health club. All offer a genuine welcome and excellent service. Guest rooms all feature TV, coffee making facilities and hair dryer. Whats Included H Scheduled flights to Calgary, returning H H H H H H H from Edmonton Transfers between airport and hotel All other transportation as detailed Six nights room only accommodation Dinner on Christmas Eve Lunch on Christmas Day Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager Excursions as follows: - Banff - Jasper programme of activities at Fairmont hotels All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person All State and local taxes All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges cHrIStMaS DaY - We take the stunning drive from Banff to Lake Louise today, where we stay overnight. Many writers have described Lake Louise as the most beautiful place in Canada  a glacial, jade-green lake, high in the mountains and surrounded on all sides by towering peaks. You will enjoy a festive Christmas lunch today. BoXInG DaY - You will leave Lake Louise behind today as you head to Jasper, situated in the heart of the Jasper National Park, for a two night stay. A short orientation tour of Jasper is included this afternoon. WeDneSDaY 27th A wealth of optional activities are available during your stay in Jasper, such as sleigh rides, skating and a walk through H H H H 2008 Date, Price & Flight Information Holiday ref: UXCAWLR Air Canada Depart 1235 hrs Return arr. 1010 hrs Heathrow 23 December £1899 Deposit £150 per person n Single room £420 UK Airline Passenger Duty (£40) Included Overseas Airport Airline Tax Included For insurance information, please see page 78. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities aLSo FLY FroM... ALBERTA LEGISLATURE BUILDING, EDMoNToN Regional connecting flights available  please see page 4 To view dates and prices click here To book click here 57