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Index Our favourite places to stay 113 Canada 114 Rocky Mountaineer 114 Gourmet Vancouver and Whistler 115 Vancouver, Whistler and Victoria 116 West Coast Air Adventure 116 Mountains, Lakes and Glaciers 117 BC Luxury Lodge Hopping 118 Sonora Resort 119 Clayoquot Wilderness Resort Deluxe Tent Outpost 119 Grizzly Bears of Knight Inlet 120 Great Bear Nature Lodge 120 Spirit Bear Lodge 121 Beluga Whales, Bears and Blooms 121 Rockies and The Yukon Explorer 122 Calgary Stampede 123 Yukon Aurora Borealis Northern Lights 123 Capitals of Eastern Canada 124 Flavours of Montreal 124 Discover Toronto and Niagara Falls 125 Culinary Delights of Quebec City 125 Alaska 126 Un-Cruise Adventures Alaska 126 Alaska Explorer 127 Grand Alaska 127 Alaska and Yukon by Land and Sea 128 Alaska Unique Lodge Experience 129 Bears of Brook Falls 130 Bear Viewing at Hallo Bay 130 Nome Discovery 131 Arctic Ocean Adventure with Barrow 131 The Arctic 132 Kingdom of the Ice Bear 132 Introduction to Spitsbergen 132 Narwhal and Polar Bear Safari 133 Antarctica 134 Antarctic Explorer 134 Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica 135 112
Our favourite places to stay Sonora Resort Sonora Island, British Columbia Fairmont Banff Springs Banff Siwash Lake Guest Ranch 70 Mile House, British Columbia Rosewood Hotel Georgia Vancouver Nimmo Bay Resort Great Bear Rainforest, British Columbia Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lake Louise Clayoquot Wilderness Resort Bedwell River, British Columbia Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Jasper Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel Vancouver Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 113
Canada Rocky Mountaineer Hailed as The Best Train Experience in the World, Rocky Mountaineer goes beyond towering mountain ranges, rushing waterfalls and snow-capped glaciers. It s about more than the elk, bears, osprey and eagles that send new friends diving for their cameras. After 25 years the soul and centre of Rocky Mountaineer is a tradition of unwavering commitment to stellar service. Rocky Mountaineer offers unique train vacation packages ranging from 2 to 25 days on four distinctive rail routes three rail journeys into the Canadian Rockies and one spectacular 3.5 hour train excursion. Canadian Rockies Routes Glacier-fed lakes, majestic mountains and ferocious rivers. Four Luxurious options, five-star service. Circle Journeys Vancouver Kamloops Lake Louise Banff Jasper Quesnel Whistler Vancouver Coastal Passage Seattle Vancouver Canadian Rockies First Passage to the West Vancouver Kamloops Lake Louise or Banff Journey through the Clouds Vancouver Kamloops Jasper Rainforest to Gold Rush Whistler Quesnel Jasper Alaska Cruise Vancouver/Seattle Alaska Whistler Sea to Sky Climb Vancouver Whistler The Canadian Rockies Routes also operate in the opposite direction. Please ask your Travel Agent or World Journeys for a copy of the Rocky Mountaineer 2015 brochure for a full range of itineraries. RedLeaf Service Enjoy the commentary and service by your Host, with meals served at your table, large windows, roomy reclining seats, chilled meals served at your seat, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and a glass of beer or wine with lunch. Overnight accommodation is in standard hotels. SilverLeaf Service Take in the scenery through the windows of custom-designed, single level glass dome coach with panoramic views through oversized windows. Hot gourmet meals served at your seat, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and a glass of beer or wine with lunch. Overnight accommodation is in standard hotels. GoldLeaf Service The luxury and comfort is simply beyond compare. It s no wonder this is their most popular service featuring a double levelled, glass domed coach with full-length windows and an exclusive dining room with Gourmet a la Carte menus. All beverages (including alchohol) and snacks are complimentary. Deluxe accommodation. GoldLeaf Deluxe Service Experience all the luxury and comfort of GoldLeaf service aboard the trains and spend your evenings in luxurious upgraded deluxe hotels in the world s most enviable locations. 114
Gourmet Vancouver and Whistler 5 Days / 4 Nights Start with a gastronomic adventure through Vancouver; savour dim sums, sample B.C. wine paired with nibbles, hear exhilarating stories from Canada s Top Chef Dale Mackay, try Wild Sockeye salmon tartare and canapés, ending with North America s best gelato. The World s Best Food Truck Tour will blow the mind of the most seasoned foodie. The Vancouver food trucks had a major face-lift in the past few years, transforming them into one of Canada s premier gourmet street food destinations. In addition to the delicious tours in Vancouver, you can take the breathtaking Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Enjoy the Finer Things Dinner Tour featuring four courses at four award winning Whistler restaurants, including a visit to a 15,000-bottle wine cellar, where you will learn to saber champagne. If you want to treat yourself to Whistler s best fine dining, this is the tour for you. Day 1 Arrive Vancouver Private car transfer from airport or cruise terminal. Day 2 Vancouver Morning is spent at leisure. Guilty Pleasures Gourmet Tour. Day 3 Vancouver Join a gourmet World s Best Food truck tour and enjoy amazing Vancouver street food characterised by local, organic, good-foryou decadence. Day 4 Vancouver > Whistler Private car tour to Whistler. Day is spent at leisure. Finer Things Dinner Tour (Departs daily at 4.30pm). Day 5 Whistler Morning is spent at leisure. Afternoon private car transfer to Vancouver Airport or cruise terminal. Includes: 4 nights hotel accommodation in your selected category of accommodation. Private car transfers, including gratuities. Guilty Pleasures Gourmet Tour, World s Best Food Truck Tour, Vancouver. Private sightseeing and transfer to Whistler, including gratuities. Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Whistler. Finer Things Dinner Tour, Whistler. May 2 Sep 29 $1,641 $3,000 May 21 Sep 29 $1,834 $3,387 May 2 Sep 29 $2,022 $3,742 Optional Wine Pairing Whistler $50 $50 Departs: Daily, except Fridays. Comments: The minimum age for this tour is 19 years. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 115
Vancouver, Whistler and Victoria 7 Days / 6 Nights Enjoy a couple of days in Vancouver before departing on the Whistler Mountaineer rail service along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway. Enjoy vistas of the Howe Sound and the Coastal Mountain Range and free time to explore the charming alpine resort of Whistler. Day 1 Vancouver Arrival at leisure. Day 2 Vancouver Morning tour of Vancouver. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 3 Vancouver > Whistler Whistler Sea to Sky train. Day 4 Whistler Day is spent at leisure. Day 5 Whistler > Victoria Fly by floatplane to Victoria. Day 6 Victoria Whale-watching excursion. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 7 Victoria > Vancouver Tour to Butchart Gardens. Mid afternoon floatplane to Vancouver. Includes: Independent tour with local Canadian guides. 6 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Whistler Sea to Sky train. Scenic floatplane flight from Whistler Victoria. Whale watching tour. 13 May 11 Jun $1,698 $2,233 12 Jun 26 Aug $1,757 $2,353 27 Aug 21 Sep $1,725 $2,288 13 May 11 Jun $1,902 $2,641 12 Jun 26 Aug $1,943 $2,724 27 Aug 21 Sep $1,902 $2,641 13 May 21 Sep $2,178 $3,153 Departs: 13 May 13 14 Sep: Daily except Sun and Mon 15 Sep 21 Sep: Daily West Coast Air Adventure 7 Days / 6 Nights Flying in a floatplane is a unique and thrilling experience and will reveal the true vastness and power of the West coast landscapes. Highlights include aerial views of Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler, Whale Watching and the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Day 1 Vancouver Day 2 Vancouver Exploring Day at leisure. Day 3 Vancouver > Victoria (Floatplane) Spectacular 35-minute floatplane flight with aerial views of Vancouver, the Gulf Islands, and Victoria Harbour. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 4 Victoria Exploring and Whale Watching Cruise Exhilarating search for Orcas, Minke Whales, Grey Whales, Porpoises, Harbour Seals and other marine wildlife. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 5 Victoria > Whistler (Floatplane) Floatplane to Whistler. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 6 Whistler Exploring and Peak 2 Peak Gondola Time to explore Whistler. The stunning Peak 2 Peak Gondola is included. Day 7 Whistler > Vancouver (Floatplane) Morning at leisure before a stunning 45 minute flight to Vancouver. Includes: Independent tour with local Canadian guides. 6 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Floatplane flights: Vancouver > Victoria > Whistler > Vancouver. Whale Watching tour in Victoria. Peak 2 Peak Gondola ride. Taxi transfers to Vancouver Seaplane Terminals. Taxi transfer between Victoria Seaplane terminal and hotel. Shuttle service: Whistler Terminal, Green Lake, to and from Whistler village and Vancouver Harbour Terminal to downtown Vancouver. 1 May 13 Jun $1,588 $2,133 14 Jun 29 Aug $1,647 $2,253 30 Aug 24 Sep $1,596 $2,151 1 May 13 Jun $1,791 $2,540 14 Jun 29 Aug $1,832 $2,624 30 Aug Sep 24 $1,791 $2,540 1 May 24 Sep $2,067 $3,053 Departs: Daily Comments: Luggage allowance is 11.5kg per person. You can arrange with the Vancouver hotel to leave your main luggage in storage. 116
Mountains, Lakes and Glaciers 7 Days / 6 Nights From Vancouver or Calgary Travel back in time to the days of classic rail travel on board VIA Rail s Canadian for a journey to the majestic Canadian Rockies. Enjoy views of snow-capped peaks, Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Albreda Ice fields. Pass by Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, standing 3954 metres. There is free time to enjoy the small mountain community of Jasper and close up photo opportunities of wildlife on the evening tour to Maligne Valley. Travel to Lake Louise by coach on one of the most scenic highways in the world The Ice fields Parkway and enjoy an included Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier. Day 1 Vancouver > Jasper Ride VIA Rail s Canadian train through the Rockies. Spend overnight on board in a private cabin. Day 2 Jasper Afternoon arrival in Jasper. Day is spent at leisure. Day 3 Jasper Morning is spent at leisure. Enjoy the Wildlife tour to Maligne Valley in the evening. Day 4 Jasper > Lake Louise Visit the Ice fields Parkway, Glacier Skywalk. Ice Explorer ride, Athabasca Glacier, Bow and Peyto Lakes. Crowfoot Glacier. Athabasca Falls. Day 5 Lake Louise > Banff Mid morning drive via scenic Bow Valley. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 6 Banff Sightseeing tour. Hoodoos, Surprise Corner. Sulphur Mountain Gondola. Tunnel Mountain Drive. Day 7 Banff > Calgary Morning is spent at leisure. Afternoon transfer to Calgary Airport or downtown Calgary. Includes: Independent tour with local Canadian guides. 1 night in a private sleeping berth on board VIA Rail Sleeper Touring Class. 5 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Transportation, sightseeing and entrance fees. 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches on Vancouver Departures. 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast on Calgary Departures. 30 Apr 26 May $2,083 $2,530 28 May 26 Jun $2,284 $2,932 28 Jun 29 Sep $2,671 $3,319 1 Oct 11 Oct $2,472 $2,924 30 Apr 26 May $2,252 $2,865 28 May 26 Jun $2,472 $3,308 28 Jun 29 Sep $2,862 $3,697 1 Oct 11 Oct $2,659 $3,292 30 Apr 26 May $2,828 $3,919 28 May 26 Jun $3,230 $4,723 28 Jun 29 Sep $3,698 $5,271 1 Oct 11 Oct $2,993 $3,860 Departs: Eastbound from Vancouver: Tue, Fri, Sun. Westbound from Calgary: Tue, Thu, Sun. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 117
BC Luxury Lodge Hopping 8 Days / 7 Nights Stay at the exclusive 5 Star Sonora Resort. With extraordinary levels of attention, service and breath-taking outdoor adventures, Sonora is an absolute jewel set in the wild beauty and pristine waters of B.C. s West Coast. Whether you crave adventure or want a luxury B.C. spa and wellness getaway, you ll find it at Sonora Resort. Fish for salmon with expert guides in world-famous rivers. Explore remote glaciers by helicopter. Traverse ocean rapids in comfort and safety for close-up views of grizzly bears, orcas, sea lions and dolphins. Then visit Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, home to 28 ultra-luxurious sleeping, dining, lounge and massage tents. This is true glamping! The Wilderness Outpost at Bedwell River is a delicious juxtaposition of luxury and remote, untamed wilderness. An enclave of 16 great white canvas guest and suite tents, plus dining tents, spa tents, and lounge tents offers visitors a taste of how the well-heeled spent their summers roughing it a century ago. Thousands of pristine acres of forest, hundreds of miles of abandoned roads, old-growth forest trails, volcanic beachscapes, alpine valleys, lush fern gardens, and intertidal waterways are all home to bears, eagles, whales, seals, sea lions, puffins, porpoises and several endangered species of birds. Day 1 Vancouver > Sonora Resort Take a helicopter or floatplane to Sonora Resort. Settle in and explore the resort before a delicious Pacific Northwestern gourmet dinner. Days 2 and 3 Sonora Resort Sonora Resort is a Relais and Chateaux luxury resort with a backdrop of towering trees, postcard views and waves lapping the shoreline; it is the perfect place to reconnect with nature. Take a guided eco boat tour, see grizzly bears, kayak, go rafting, hike the coastal rainforest or try heli-hiking. Fishing is one of the signature experiences at the resort; go heli-fly-fishing, river fly-fishing or salmon fishing. Day 4 Sonora Resort > Clayoquot Wilderness Resort Depart on a privately chartered floatplane for a scenic 30-minute flight to Clayoquot Wilderness Resort. The 28 sleeping, dining, lounge and massage tents are appointed with all the luxuries and amenities you could wish for. In the evening your hosts sit with you to tailor your personal adventure for the next day, which means no signing up for activities in advance; you can decide what you want to do each day. Days 5 > 7 Clayoquot Wilderness Resort Rejuvenate yourself in ancient forests, miles of walking and riding trails, pristine lakes, majestic coastline, a breathtaking river estuary with abundant wildlife including whales and black bears. You may choose to be taken to a secluded beach to learn to surf, have a First Nations guide take you on a day-long hike, kayak rushing rivers or private inlets. The resort s signature experience is horsemanship with horses available for beginner to expert riders. Day 8 Clayoquot Wilderness Resort > Vancouver Fly by floatplane back to Vancouver. Includes: Sonora: Transfer by helicopter or floatplane from Vancouver to Sonora Resort. 3 nights of accommodation. Gourmet meals and snacks, wireless Internet, all International phone calls. All beverages. Use of all amenities at the resort including outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, steam rooms, sauna, fitness room, tennis court, games room with billiards, shuffleboard, foosball, virtual golf course and state of the art movie theatre. Floatplane transfer Sonora Resort to Clayoquot Wilderness Resort. Clayoquot: 4 nights in deluxe tent accommodation. All gourmet meals and snacks. All beverages. Guided and unguided activities: Hiking, Kayaking, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Wildlife Viewing. Hot Springs Cove Tour, Walk the Wild Side Tour, Skeet shooting, Archery, Rock Climbing, Marine Activities, Half Day of Salt or Freshwater fishing. One hour Spa Treatment. Transfer by floatplane from Clayoquot Wilderness Resort to Vancouver. 21 May 28 May $14,082 $18,207 4 Jun 18 Jun $14,408 $18,861 25 Jun 27 Aug $15,301 $28,969 3 Sep 17 Sep $14,772 $19,514 Departs: Thursdays: May 21, 28. Jun 4, 11, 18, 25. Jul 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Aug 6, 13, 20, 27. Sep 3, 10, 17. 118
Sonora Resort 3 Days / 2 Nights or 4 Days / 3 Nights Sonora is the jewel of British Colombia s West Coast, where wilderness and luxury meet. Whether you re into sport fishing or just want to be pampered in one of the most beautiful settings in the world, you ll be met with extraordinary levels of attention and service. Includes: Return helicopter or floatplane transfers from Vancouver to Sonora Resort 2 or 3 nights of accommodation. Gourmet meals and snacks. Wireless Internet, International phone calls. All beverages (liquor, house wine, domestic beer, soft drinks, juices and water). Use of all amenities at the resort outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, steam rooms, sauna, fitness room, tennis court, and games room with billiards, shuffleboard, foosball, virtual golf course and state of the art movie theatre. Gold Room 3 Days / 2 Nights 1 May 29 May $2,569 $3,053 31 May 28 Jun $2,787 $3,489 30 Jun 29 Sep $3,029 $3,923 2 Oct 13 Oct $2,569 $3,053 Gold Room 4 Days / 3 Nights 1 May 29 May $3,071 $3,797 31 May 28 Jun $3,397 $4,450 30 Jun 29 Sep $3,761 $5,103 2 Oct 13 Oct $3,071 $3,797 Departs: Sunday, Tuesday and Friday (You can arrive at the lodge on any day, but will need to transfer to the lodge by boat from Campbell River. Please ask World Journeys or your agent for details and pricing for this option). Comments: Grizzly Bear prime time viewing is in September and October. Salmon Fishing prime time July. Gratuities not included. Optional Outdoor Guided Adventure Activities: Grizzly Tours, Zodiac Nature Tour, Kayaking and Salmon Fishing. Dates and prices are available on application from World Journeys or your Travel Agent. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort Deluxe Tent Outpost 4 Days / 3 Nights The Wilderness Outpost at Bedwell River is a delicious juxtaposition of luxury and rugged nature. An enclave of 16 great white canvas guest and suite tents, dining tents, spa tents and lounge tents offer visitors a taste of how the well-heeled spent their summers roughing it a century ago. Includes: 3 nights in deluxe tent accommodation. Evening turndown service and room amenities. All gourmet meals and snacks. Gratuities. All beverages (house bar, wine and beer). Return flights from Vancouver to Tofino. Airport transfers in Tofino. Activities: Hiking, Kayaking, Horseback riding, Mountain Biking, Half Day (5hrs) Salt or freshwater fishing, wildlife viewing (bears, whales, sea lions, otters). 1-hour Spa Treatment. Hot Springs Cove day trip. Deluxe Outpost Tent with separate toilet/shower house 24 May 27 Jun $6,942 $8,615 28 Jun 05 Sep $7,287 $8,961 06 Sep 24 Sep $6,942 $8,615 Luxury Ensuite Bathroom Tent 24 May 27 Jun $8,832 $10,505 28 Jun 05 Sep $9,272 $18,542 06 Sep 24 Sep $8,832 $10,505 Departs: Thursdays. Comments: 4 Night and 7 Night packages are also available. Ask World Journeys for details. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 119
Grizzly Bears of Knight Inlet 4 Days / 3 Nights Eighty kilometres north of Campbell River is a wild and remote area of the Pacific Northwest known as Knight Inlet. The floating lodge is tucked into Glendale Cove, home to one of the largest concentrations of grizzly bears in British Columbia. Day 1 Vancouver > Campbell River Fly Vancouver to Campbell River. Overnight at Comfort Inn & Suites. Day 2 Campbell River & Knight Inlet Lodge Depart Campbell River by seaplane. View Grizzly Bears. Day 3 Knight Inlet Lodge Grizzly Bear and wildlife viewing. Day 4 Knight Inlet Lodge > Vancouver Bear viewing. Fly by seaplane to Campbell River. Fly Campbell River to Vancouver. Includes: Independent tour with local guides. Return flights Vancouver Campbell River. Return floatplane Campbell River Knight Inlet Lodge. 1 night Campbell River, 2 nights at Knight Inlet Lodge. Transfers and transportation. Sightseeing and entrance fees. All meals and snacks while at the lodge, house wine with dinner. Bear viewing, wildlife tracking, bald eagle and bird life excursions. Use of kayaks, rain gear if required. 30 May 24 Jun $3,060 $4,551 25 Jun 31 Jul $2,746 $4,125 1 Aug 24 Aug $3,060 $4,551 25 Aug 16 Oct $3,398 $5,083 Departs: Daily, May 30 Oct 16 Comments: various durations of tours available up to 7 days. Ask your travel agent or World Journeys for details. Suggested gratuities of CDN$20 per day per guest are not included. Luggage restrictions apply. Great Bear Nature Lodge 5 Days / 4 Nights One of the best places in the world to observe grizzly bears, and rich in other wildlife and bird life. This experience is tailored to maximize wildlife viewing and photography opportunities, with viewing sessions scheduled to coincide with peak wildlife activity. Day 1 Vancouver > Port Hardy > Great Bear Lodge Fly Vancouver to Port Hardy. Port Hardy to Great Bear Lodge by seaplane. The afternoon is spent viewing Grizzly Bears. Days 2 & 3 Great Bear Lodge Grizzly Bear and wildlife viewing. Day 4 Great Bear Lodge > Port Hardy View bears in the morning. Fly by seaplane to Port Hardy. Stay overnight at Port Hardy. Day 5 Port Hardy > Vancouver Fly Port Hardy Vancouver. Includes: Independent tour with local guides. Return flights Vancouver Port Hardy Great Bear Lodge. 3 nights in a private room at Great Bear Lodge, 1 night Port Hardy. Bear viewing sessions in the afternoon and morning with a wildlife biologist guide. Video presentations of the local natural history. Guided hiking, boat cruises or sea kayaking. Rubber boots and rainwear (if required). 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners (including wine). 7 May 30 Jun $3,410 $4,354 1 Jul 19 Aug $2,992 $3,792 20 Aug 22 Oct $4,831 $8,103 Comments: 2, 4 and 7 night tour departures are also available. Ask World Journeys for details. Tours depart at 3pm from the Port Hardy Seaplane Base or Port Hardy Airport. Tours are scheduled to return to Port Hardy between 4pm-6pm, but can be delayed due to wilderness weather. Suggested gratuities of CDN$20 per day per guest are not included. Luggage restrictions apply. Departs: May 7 Jul 26 daily Jul 27, 30. Aug 2, 5, 8, 11, 14, 17, 20, 23, 26, 29. Sep 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28. Oct 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 16, 19. 120
Spirit Bear Lodge 4 Days / 3 Nights Explore Kitasoo Spirit Bear Conservancy with local guides on an authentic cultural journey in search of the rare and beautiful spirit bear. Travel to the remote coastal village of Klemtu, in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest to experience a unique wildlife tour with local Kitasoo guides. Day 1 Vancouver > Bella Bella > Shearwater Fly to Bella Bella. Take the boat shuttle to coastal fishing village of Shearwater. Day 2 Shearwater > Spirit Bear Lodge Ride a water taxi to Spirit Bear Lodge, Klemtu. The afternoon is spent viewing bears. Day 3 Spirit Bear Lodge Bear viewing and cultural experience. Day 4 Spirit Bear Lodge > Shearwater > Bella View Bears in the morning. Afternoon water transfers and flight to Vancouver. Includes: Return airfare Vancouver to Bella Bella. Shuttle from Bella Bella to Shearwater. 1 night at Shearwater, including dinner and breakfast. Round trip water taxi Shearwater to Spirit Bear Lodge. 2 nights Spirit Bear Lodge. Welcome briefing and orientation. All meals while at Spirit Bear Lodge, with lunch on arrival. Transportation to bear viewing areas with professional guides. Cultural and natural history sites. Grizzly tracking tour. Estuary exploration by sea-kayak. Evening Big House interpretive tour. 1 Jun 31 Jul $2,774 $4,160 1 Aug 28 Aug $2959 $4,443 29 Aug 9 Oct $3,265 $4,895 Departs: Daily, Jun 1 Oct 9. Comments: It is best to view grizzly bear from mid Aug to mid Oct. During this time the bears change their behaviour from foraging for roots (in the late spring), to browsing for wild berries (in the summer), to the Great Fall Feast of salmon spawning in mid August to late October (depending on the river). Guests intent on viewing the spirit bear are advised to consider a minimum 5-night package (or longer) and to consider booking in September or October. These are wild animals and we can t guarantee Spirit Bear sightings, although Spirit Bear Lodge guests will benefit from the experience of local First Nations guides. These guides work with the Coastal Guardian Network of watchmen who communicate with each other to maximize viewing opportunities. Beluga Whales, Bears and Blooms 4 Days / 3 Nights Primary activities include a guided boat and zodiac beluga tour, cultural tours of Fort Prince of Wales, the Churchill Eskimo museum and Parks Canada Interpretive Centre, and a Tundra Buggy excursion into the Churchill Wildlife Management area to view the abundant flora and fauna of the arctic tundra, including the magnificent polar bear. Day 1 Winnipeg > Churchill Fly from Winnipeg to Churchill. Tour of Churchill and surrounding areas. Day 2 Churchill Boat tour, including Prince of Wales fort. Afternoon is spent at leisure Day 3 Churchill Two-hour Zodiac Whale watching tour in the morning, with an afternoon Tundra Buggy excursion. Stay overnight at the Churchill hotel Day 4 Churchill > Winnipeg Fly from Churchill to Winnipeg. Includes: 3 nights of accommodation Churchill. Return flights Winnipeg to Churchill. Churchill and surrounding area tour. Boat tour including Fort Prince of Wales. Beluga zodiac tour. Tundra Buggy excursion. Eskimo Museum. 4 days / 3 Nights $3,884 $4,202 Departs: Jul 17. Aug 21. Comments: Ask about the 8 Day / 7 night Polar Bears, Birds & Belugas tour departing in July and August. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 121
Rockies and The Yukon Explorer 10 Days / 9 Nights This is a fantastic independent tour of the Rockies and the Yukon. Experience VIA Rail's train to Jasper, as well as the White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad. Day 1 Vancouver > Jasper (Rail) Via Rail s Canadian train through the Rockies. Stay overnight on board in private bedroom. Day 2 Jasper (Rail) Afternoon arrival in Jasper with time spent at leisure. Day 3 Jasper Morning spent at leisure. Wildlife tour in the evening. Day 4 Jasper > Lake Louise Ice fields Parkway, Glacier Skywalk, Ice Explorer ride, Athabasca Glacier. Bow and Peyto Lakes, Crowfoot Glacier, Athabasca Falls. Day 5 Lake Louise > Banff Drive through the scenic Bow Valley. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 6 Banff Morning sightseeing tour. Hoodoos, Surprise corner, Sulphur Mountain Gondola, Tunnel Mountain Drive. Afternoon spent at leisure. Day 7 Banff > Calgary > Whitehorse Morning is spent at leisure. Transfer to Calgary for the flight to Whitehorse in the afternoon. Day 8 Whitehorse Whitehorse City tour. Old Log Church, Log Skyscraper, Fish Ladder, SS Klondike, Miles Canyon and Miles Canyon Lookout. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 9 Whitehorse > Skagway Excursion Coach along the scenic South Klondike Highway to Fraser, to connect with the world famous narrow gauge White Pass and Yukon Route Railway. Spend free time in Skagway, Alaska. Day 10 Whitehorse > Vancouver Depart for the return flight to Vancouver, Includes: Independent tour with local Canadian guides. 1 night in a private sleeping berth on board VIA Rail Sleeper Touring Class. 8 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Transportation, sightseeing and entrance fees. Economy class flights Calgary > Whitehorse > Vancouver. White Pass and Yukon Route Rail. 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches 12 May 29 May $3,329 $4,119 2 Jun 30 Jun $3,530 $4,521 3 Jul 28 Aug $3,915 $4,906 12 May 29 May $3,497 $4,453 2 Jun 30 Jun $3,718 $4,895 3 Jul 28 Aug $4,108 $5,284 12 May 29 May $4,074 $5,508 2 Jun 30 Jun $4,476 $6,312 3 Jul 28 Aug $4,944 $6,860 G U L YUKON Skagway A L A S K A Whitehorse BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver CANADA Jasper Kamloops Departs: Tuesdays and Fridays May 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29. Jun 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30. Jul 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31. Aug 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28. ALBERTA Lake Louise Comments: There are no Superior or Deluxe hotels in Whitehorse. Calgary 122
Calgary Stampede The Greatest outdoor show on Earth: 2 10 July 4 Days / 3 Nights For ten days every July, a celebration of western hospitality and fun takes over Calgary. The high steppin two hour Stampede Parade fills the streets with a burst of energy, colour and music. Every afternoon the best cowboys and cowgirls saddle up for ground-shaking Rodeo action. Chuck wagon Races thunder around the track in the evenings, ending with the Grandstand Stage Show 90 minutes of nonstop musical entertainment building up to a fantastic fireworks finale! Includes: 3 nights in your selected category of accommodation. 2 days admission to Stampede Park. Reserved seating for one evening at the Chuck wagon Races and Grandstand Show. Reserved seating for one afternoon s Rodeo event. Stampede events programme. Skyride over Stampede Park. Stampede souvenir Golf Shirt. Sandman Hotel 02 10 Jul $983 $1,554 International Hotel Downtown 02 10 Jul $1,089 $1,766 Delta Bow Valley Hotel 02 10 Jul $1,129 $1845 Fairmont Palliser Hotel 02 10 Jul $1,470 $2,529 Hotel Le Germain 02 10 Jul $1,725 $3,037 Comments: Additional nights and Calgary Stampede tickets are available. Ask your travel agent or World Journeys for prices. Yukon Aurora Borealis Northern Lights 3 Days / 2 Nights or 4 Days / 3 Nights Experience the crisp night air and the squeak of your footsteps on the hard packed snow in the magical ambience of the Yukon winter. Day 1 Vancouver > Whitehorse Fly to Whitehorse. Evening Aurora viewing in a cozy heated cabin or wall tent. Day 2 Whitehorse City tour including Main Street, Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake. View the Aurora in the evening. Day 3 Whitehorse > Vancouver Fly to Vancouver. If you select the 4 day / 3 night option Days 1 and 2 are the same and Days 3 and 4 as per following: Day 3 Whitehorse Day is spent at leisure. View the Aurora in the evening. Day 4 Whitehorse > Vancouver Fly to Vancouver. Includes: Return flights from Vancouver > Whitehorse. 2 or 3 nights of accommodation at the Best Western Gold Rush Inn or similar. Return airport transfers in Whitehorse. Transfers to and from viewing chalet. Hot drinks and snacks at the viewing chalet. Information meeting and city tour. Aurora Borealis certificate. 22 Aug 2014 > 15 Apr 2015 3 Days / 2 Nights $1,187 $1,338 4 Days / 3 Nights $1,347 $1,599 Optional Winter Clothing package 3 Days / 2 Nights $199 $199 4 Days / 3 Nights $231 $231 Departs: Daily. Tours do not run 24 or 25 December. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 123
Capitals of Eastern Canada 7 Days / 6 Nights Explore the historical cities, spectacular landmarks and delightful cuisine of Eastern Canada. Day 1 Toronto > Ottawa Ride to Ottawa on VIA Rail Business class. Day 2 Ottawa Day is spent at leisure. Day 3 Ottawa > Montreal Ride to Montreal on VIA Rail Business class. Day 4 Montreal Sightseeing tour including: Notre Dame Basilica, Old Montreal, French Quarter, Mt Royal. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 5 Montreal > Quebec City VIA Rail Business class rail to Quebec City. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 6 Quebec City Flexible sightseeing tour in the morning. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 7 Quebec City > Toronto Ride to Toronto on VIA Rail first class. Includes: Independent tour. 6 nights in your selected category of accommodation. VIA Rail Business class: Toronto > Ottawa > Montreal > Quebec City > Toronto. Sightseeing tours of Montreal and Quebec City. 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches. 13 May 14 Jun $2,007 $2,710 15 Jun 24 Jun $2,035 $2,739 25 Jun 30 Aug $2,016 $2,703 31 Aug 13 Oct $2,049 $2,767 14 Oct 26 Oct $1,944 $2,604 13 May 14 Jun $2,227 $3,153 15 Jun 24 Jun $2,379 $3,427 25 Jun 30 Aug $2,260 $3,190 31 Aug 13 Oct $2,312 $3,293 14 Oct 26 Oct $2,278 $3,272 13 May 14 Jun $2,327 $3,350 15 Jun 24 Jun $2,355 $3,378 25 Jun 30 Aug $2,448 $3,567 31 Aug 13 Oct $2,513 $3,697 14 Oct 26 Oct $2,161 $3,039 Boutique 13 May 26 May $2,215 $3,146 27 May 13 Oct $2,358 $3,386 14 Oct 30 Oct $2,232 $3,180 Departs: Daily. Comments: Prices do not apply during the Montreal Grand Prix. Ask your travel agent or World Journeys for details. Flavours of Montreal 3 Days / 2 Nights This gastronomic walk will allow you to discover the culinary, cultural and historical charms of the oldest district of Montreal. Day 1 Arrive Montreal Arrive at leisure. Day 2 Montreal Culinary and historic walking tour (2 hours, 30 minutes). Sightseeing cruise (1 hour). Evening is spent at leisure. Day 3 Depart Montreal Includes: 2 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Private history and tasting walking tour of Old Montreal. Sightseeing cruise onboard Le Bateau Mouch. 18 May 3 Jul $553 $1,068 4 Jul 31 Jul $536 $1,035 1 Aug 4 Oct $568 $1,101 5 Oct 14 Oct $690 $1,344 14 May 14 Oct $557 $1,076 Boutique 14 May 14 Oct $623 $1211 Departs: Daily. Comments: Prices do not apply during the Montreal Grand Prix. Ask your travel agent or World Journeys for details. 124
Discover Toronto and Niagara Falls 4 Days / 3 Nights Experience the sights of Canada s largest and most diverse city. Travel to spectacular Niagara Falls and make use of the Great Gorge Adventure Pass to see the best of the Falls attractions. Day 1 Arrive Toronto Arrive at leisure. Day 2 Toronto Toronto City tour. Day 3 Toronto > Niagara Falls Travel to Niagara Falls, Hornblower Cruise, White Water Walk, Journey behind the Falls and Niagara s Fury. Day 4 Niagara Falls > Toronto Airport Transfer to Toronto Airport. Includes: 2 nights in your selected category of accommodation in Toronto. 1 night accommodation in Niagara Falls. Toronto City Tour. Great Gorge Adventure Pass including: Hornblower Cruise, White Water Walk, Journey behind the Falls, Niagara s Fury. Transfers between Toronto Hotel to Niagara Hotel, and Niagara Hotel to Toronto Airport. Departs: Daily. 29 Apr 17 Jun $514 $771 18 Jun 28 Aug $567 $875 29 Aug 29 Oct $523 $788 29 Apr 17 Jun $581 $902 18 Jun 28 Aug $623 $989 29 Aug 29 Oct $589 $921 29 Apr 17 Jun $683 $1,106 17 Jun 4 Sep $738 $1,217 5 Sep 13 Oct $710 $1,161 14 Oct 29 Oct $664 $1,071 Culinary Delights of Quebec City 3 Days / 2 Nights Enjoy the infusion of French-Canadian heritage and fine cuisine. Day 1 Arrive Quebec City Arrive at leisure. Day 2 Quebec City 60 minute historical and culinary tour of Old Quebec City. Afternoon is spent at leisure. Gourmet dinner at La Patriarche. Day 3 Depart Quebec City Includes: 2 nights in your selected category of accommodation. Historical and Culinary tour of Old Quebec City in a pedicab. Gourmet dinner at Le Patriarche Restaurant. 30 Apr 18 Jun $427 $758 19 Jun 17 Oct $480 $867 18 Oct 30 Oct $363 $630 30 Apr 29 Jun $455 $815 30 Jun 17 Oct $623 $1,151 18 Oct 30 Oct $388 $681 Boutique 30 Apr 30 May $479 $864 31 May 17 Oct $557 $1,020 18 Oct 30 Oct $479 $864 Departs: Daily. Comments: This package is not available during Nouvelle France festivities. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 125
Alaska Un-Cruise Adventures Alaska Unrushed. Uncrowded. Unbelievable. Un-Cruise Adventures small group experiences are an unbeatable combination of activity and discovery, impeccable service and expertise, and awe-inspiring encounters. Whether you re travelling solo, with a companion, as a family, or with a group, Un-Cruise will uncover hidden worlds and deliver the unexpected. There are few extra costs once you step on board, making your cruising experience a relaxed one; and there s a cruise to fit most any budget! Unmatched Exclusivity Unique and flexible itineraries Off-the-beaten path explorations Small-group, up-close discoveries Unspoiled natural wonders Insightful cultural encounters No waiting in long lines Unbelievable Ambience Casual and relaxed atmosphere Fresh, handcrafted, regional cuisine Exceptional, personalised service High crew to guest ratio Top-of-the-line equipment and amenities onboard Unforgettable camaraderie on every adventure Uncompromising Dedication Licensed and certified onboard crew Trained onboard leaders and guides Decades of industry experience Strict adherence to Leave No Trace practices Positive impact in local communities Explore in 22 > 88 Passenger Ships The Un-Cruise Adventures fleet features a diverse collection of small expedition vessels and yachts, each one uniquely suited and equipped for its own style of cruising. A shallow draft makes each boat capable of exploring the places bigger vessels can t. Adventure Vessels The adventure fleet is designed for action. Interior spaces complement the wilderness outside by providing an inviting, relaxing, and friendly atmosphere. Each vessel is equipped with a state of the art kayak launching system or swim step to facilitate water activities. Cabins in the expedition vessels are cosy and roomy aboard the yachts; some offer French balconies and Jacuzzis. Aboard their adventure cruises, you can expect days of play and relaxation, viewing wildlife in their natural habitat; exhilarating activities such as hiking and kayaking, exploration by expedition vessel or yacht and personal interactions with locals. Safari Endeavour, 84 guests Wilderness Discoverer, 76 guests Wilderness Explorer, 74 guests Wilderness Adventurer, 60 guests Safari Explorer, 36 guests Safari Quest, 22 guests April September Famed Passages of Discovery 12 Nights Seattle to Juneau Or reverse from $3,619 Discoverer s Glacier Country 7 Nights Round trip Juneau From $5239 Northern Passages and Glacier Bay 7 Nights Juneau to Sitka Or reverse from $2,619 Inner Reaches Eastern Coves and Inner Reaches Western Coves 7 Nights Juneau to Ketchikan Or reverse from $2,369 Ultimate Adventure 14 Nights Round trip Juneau From $6,179 Ultimate Coves and Passages 14 Nights Ketchikan to Juneau From $7,679 Ultimate Bays and Fjords 14 Nights Sitka to Ketchikan From $6,369 Ultra Adventure 21 Nights Juneau to Sitka Or reverse from $9,115 Includes: All onboard meals. Non-alcoholic beverages. Group transfers and baggage handling between airport/ vessel. Most from-thevessel activities and equipment. Onboard narrative and expertise of guides. Wellness programme. Safari Endeavour, Safari Explorer, Safari Quest, and the S.S. Legacy also include: Premium spirits, wine, beer, port fees and taxes. All from-the-vessel activities and excursions, and depending on vessel, a complimentary massage. Please ask your Travel Agent or World Journeys for a copy of the Un-Cruise brochure for a full range of itineraries and prices. 126
Alaska Explorer 7 Days / 6 Nights This escorted journey into Alaska s spectacular mountains has fantastic opportunities for wildlife viewing. Venture into Denali National Park in search of moose, caribou, bear, and Dall sheep, and perhaps catch a glimpse of majestic Mt McKinley s snow-capped peak. 18 May and 7 Sep $1,685 $2,592 Day 1 Fairbanks Arrive at leisure. Day 2 Fairbanks City tour including the Sternwheeler Cruise. Day 3 Fairbanks > Denali National Park Coach to Denali National Park, afternoon is spent at leisure. Day 4 Denali National Park Tundra Wilderness tour. Day 5 Denali National Park > Anchorage Alaska Railroad train. Day 6 Anchorage City tour. Day 7 Depart Anchorage Includes: Escorted tour with experienced guides. 6 nights of accommodation. Sightseeing in Fairbanks and Anchorage. Sternwheeler Discovery riverboat cruise. Tundra Wilderness tour in Denali. Alaska Railroad train Denali > Anchorage. Deluxe Dome railcar. 6 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner. 8 Jun $1,900 $2,792 15, 29 Jun. 13, 27 Jul. 03, 17 Aug $2,054 $3,054 24 Aug $1,992 $2,915 Departs: Guaranteed departures: May 18. Jun 08, 15, 29. Jul 13, 27. Aug 3, 17, 24. Sep 7. Comments: Gratuities not included and can be paid prior to departure from NZ. Grand Alaska 10 Days / 9 Nights This grand tour of Alaska includes the cities of Fairbanks and Anchorage, but also explores the Alaskan hinterland. Visit Alaska s Little Switzerland Valdez, nestled between the waterfront and mountains. Seals, sea lions, otters, whales and puffins are abundant in the area. Take a wildlife cruise through majestic Prince William Sound and witness the threemile face of the mighty Columbia Glacier calve new icebergs! Travel along Wrangell St- Elias National Park, the largest park in the US, and follow the Trans-Alaska pipeline. Search the pristine wilderness in Denali National Park for bear, moose, caribou and Dall sheep on the Tundra Wilderness Tour. Day 1 Arrive Anchorage Arrival at leisure. Day 2 Anchorage > Valdez Matanuska Susitna Valley, Worthington Glacier. Early evening arrival in Valdez. Day 3 Valdez Morning is spent at leisure. Glacier and wildlife cruise, Prince William Sound, Columbia Glacier. Day 4 Valdez > Fairbanks Drive to Fairbanks. Follow Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Day 5 Fairbanks Sightseeing tour including University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum. Time spent at leisure. Sternwheeler cruise on Chena River. Day 6 Fairbanks > Denali National Park Drive to Denali. Afternoon is spent at leisure or optional tours. Day 7 Denali National Park Tundra Wilderness Tour. Day 8 Denali National Park > Anchorage Morning is spent at leisure. Alaska Railroad trip to Anchorage. Day 9 Anchorage City tour of Anchorage, Alaska Native Heritage Centre. Alaskan-style farewell dinner. Day 10 Depart Anchorage Includes: Escorted tour with local Alaskan guide and driver. 9 nights of accommodation. Alaska Railroad. Deluxe Dome Railcar. Transfers and Transportation. Sightseeing and entrance fees. 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners. 15 May and 4 Sep $2,346 $3,531 5 Jun and 21 Aug $2,915 $4,192 12, 26 Jun 10, 24, 31 Jul 14 Aug $3,069 $4,377 Departs: Guaranteed departures: May 15. Jun 05, 12, 26. Jul 10, 24, 31. Aug 14, 21. Sep 04. Comments: The itinerary is an indication only. All departures may operate in the reverse direction. Optional sightseeing is not included in the tour cost. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 127
Alaska and Yukon by Land and Sea 20 Days / 19 Nights This is a combination of an escorted land tour and cruising Alaska s Inside Passage with Holland America Line Cruises, including remote Alaskan towns, glaciers and wildlife of Alaska s Inside Passage. Day 1 Arrive Calgary Arrive at leisure. Day 2 Calgary > Grande Prairie See the grandiose lakes, mighty rivers, teeming wildlife and untamed wilderness of Northern Alberta. Day 3 Grande Prairie > Fort Nelson Travel across the great northern prairie region of Alberta en route to Dawson Creek and stop at Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway. Continue into British Columbia s picturesque Peace Country with its abundance of natural history and agriculture land. Day 4 Fort Nelson > Watson Lake Travel through tranquil valleys and alpine meadows to Liard Hot Pools with a brief stop the World famous Sign Post Forest. Tour the Northern Lights Centre. Day 5 Watson Lake > Whitehorse Cross the Nisutlin Bay Bridge to the Yukon, the longest bridge on the Alaska Highway. Enjoy the reflections of the glorious mountain ranges on the crystal clear lakes en route to Whitehorse. City tour of Whitehorse. Whitehorse Frantic Follies show in the evening. Day 6 Whitehorse > Dawson City Travel the Klondike Highway past Lake Laberge Carmacks Interpretive River Front Boardwalk and the Five Finger Rapids. Arrive in Dawson City, heart of the worldfamous Klondike Gold Rush. Evening visit to Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, Canada s oldest and most unique casino featuring live can can girls. Day 7 Dawson City Gold Mining Dredge Tour. Day 8 Dawson City > Tok North to Alaska! Travel the Top of the World Highway. Stop at the unique town of Chicken named after the state bird the Ptarmigan. Stop in the village of Tok, where the Eagle Trail crosses the Tanana River and sternwheelers once plied the river. Day 9 Tok > Fairbanks Mail your postcards this morning at North Pole, Alaska, as you stop by the Santa Claus House. Continue on to Fairbanks. Cruise the Chena and Tanana Rivers aboard a sternwheeler. Alaskan baked salmon dinner, followed by a musical revue at the Palace Theatre and Saloon. Day 10 Fairbanks > Denali National Park Travel to Denali National Park to see Mt McKinley and enjoy a wildlife tour into the park. Day 11 Denali National Park > Anchorage Continue to Anchorage and explore the past at the Alaska Native Heritage Centre. Enjoy dinner served inside a Goldmine at the Sourdough Mining Company with storyteller Dusty Sourdough. Day 12 Anchorage > Prince William Sound Cruise > Anchorage Cruise the calm and protected waters of Prince William Sound. Close up to 1700- foot high active tidewater glacier. See otters, eagles, puffins, sea lions, whales and glacier-wildlife. Day 13 Anchorage > Seward Transfer from Anchorage to Seward to board your Holland America Line Cruise. Day 14 At Sea Cruising Day 15 Glacier Bay Cruising Day 16 Haines Day 17 Juneau Day 18 Ketchikan Day 19 Cruise the Inside Passage Day 20 Arrive Vancouver Disembark the cruise ship. Arrangements end. B E A U F O R T S E UNITED STATES NORTHWEST TERRITORIES ALASKA Fairbanks Dawson City Denali National Park Tok YUKON Prince Anchorage William Sound Whitehorse Watson Lake Seward Haines Fort Nelson Juneau Glacier Bay BRITISH ALBERTA G U L F O COLUMBIA Ketchikan Grand Prairie A L A S K CANADA Edmonton Inside Passage Vancouver Includes: Escorted coach tour from Calgary to Seward. 12 nights of accommodation. 7 nights Alaska cruise aboard Holland America Line s ms Zaandam in selected cabin. Sightseeing and transfers as specified. Port taxes. 15 Breakfasts, 13 lunches, 10 dinners. Inside Cabin $7,903 $11,324 Outside Cabin $8,342 $12,203 Verandah Cabin $10,496 $16,496 Suite $12,592 $20,702 Departs: May 26 Jun 14. Jun 23 Jul 12. Jul 21 Aug 09. Aug 18 Sep 06. Aug 25 Sep 13. Comments: There is no tour escort aboard the Holland America Line cruise. Calgary 128
Alaska Unique Lodge Experience 7 Days / 6 Nights A truly memorable Alaskan experience that includes bear viewing, glacier trekking, fishing, hiking and paddling not to mention excellent cuisine and plenty of time for dips in the hot tub at both of the Alaska backcountry lodges. Day 1 Anchorage > Winterlake Lodge Fly by floatplane to Winterlake Lodge. Choose from activities: Hike the Iditarod Trail, canoe or kayak around Winterlake, take an extended hike to Red Lake, schedule your massage, soak in a hot tub, join in the stretch and yoga classes, cooking class in the kitchen. Day 2 Winterlake Lodge Meet your helicopter pilot and guide for a day-long adventure outing via our Robinson R-44 helicopter. In the afternoon, enjoy lunch on the river or back at the lodge. Choose from these activities: Glacier trekking or ice climbing, White-water rafting on the Happy River, Sport fish for Alaska salmon and/or trout (in season), hike the ridge for spectacular view of Mount McKinley, fly the Iditarod Trail by helicopter to the next checkpoint. End your day of adventure with a nice soak in the hot tub and a dip in the lake! Day 3 Winterlake Lodge Earlier risers can take advantage of the early morning serenity by observing our resident Swans and Loons on Winterlake by kayak. Join a guide for a hike to the ridge behind the lodge for a spectacular view of Mt. McKinley. In the afternoon, kayak or canoe around the lake. Day 4 Winterlake Lodge > Tutka Bay Lodge Fly by floatplane to Tutka Bay Lodge. A scenic hour-plus flight through glaciers and views of Lake Clark National Park, along the Kenai Coast, and down to Tutka Bay Lodge. Check into your room with a view of the Grace Ridge and Tutka fjord. Today, perhaps explore the artist s community of Halibut Cove, or go sportfishing for salmon. Your guide will have suggestions. Nearly all guests at the lodge enjoy hiking in the Kachemak Bay State Park or visiting a nearby oyster farm. Day 5 Tutka Bay Lodge and Katmai Bear Viewing Today, take an excursion for bear-viewing into Katmai National Park or along the Katmai Coast. Spend the day bear-viewing and return in the afternoon to Tutka Bay Lodge for more lodge-based adventures. Day 6 Tutka Bay Lodge Today might be a day for a long exploratory sea kayak tour around the bay or, perhaps another expedition up Grace Ridge, a deep-sea halibut adventure, or just relaxing around the lodge soaking up the local scenery. Day 7 Tutka Bay Lodge > Homer > Anchorage Morning at leisure for activities or relaxation. Water taxi to Homer. Flight Homer to Anchorage. Includes: Floatplane from Anchorage > Winterlake Lodge. 3 nights at Winterlake Lodge (all related gear, complimentary massage per person, limited WIFI in main lodge, wine and cheese tastings, one included helicopter adventure, yoga and cooking classes, and other lodge amenities). Floatplane from Winterlake Lodge > Tutka Bay Lodge. 3 nights at Tutka Bay Lodge (all meals, guided activities and all related gear, complimentary massage per person, limited WIFI in main lodge, wine and cheese tastings, yoga and cooking classes, and other lodge amenities). Bear viewing at Katmai National Park. Water taxi from Tutka Bay Lodge to Homer. ERA Aviation flight from Homer to Anchorage Price (per person) Twin 1 Jun 15 Sep $11,162 Departs: Daily. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 129
Bears of Brook Falls 3 Days / 2 Nights Fly to Brooks from Anchorage by floatplane. Brooks Falls is world renowned for its large population of brown bears because of the salmon migration through Brook River. Prime viewing is in July and September. However bears are typically seen in the area all summer. At Brooks Falls special platforms offer unobstructed, up-close bear viewing. 1 26 Jun $2,505 3,491 27 Jun 31 Jul $2,630 $NA Day 1 Anchorage > Brooks Falls Fly from Lake Hood to Brooks via King Salmon. Attend orientation with Park Service staff. Day 2 Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park Bear viewing and Valley of the 10,000 Smokes guided tour. Day 3 Brooks Falls > Anchorage Morning is spent at leisure. Depart after lunch by floatplane. Includes: Independent tour. 2 nights in a cabin at Brooks Lodge. Interpretative discussion and welcome orientation for wildlife viewing. Bear viewing sessions guided by National Park Rangers. Round-trip flights: Anchorage > Brooks > Anchorage (via King Salmon). Park fees and taxes. Valley of the 10,000 Smokes Tour with lunch. 1 30 Aug $2,505 $3,491 31 Aug 16 Sep $2,630 $3,667 Comments: Bear viewing sightings are not guaranteed. Accommodation at the Lodge is fairly basic but clean and comfortable. Cabins have two sets of bunk beds, a sink, toilet and shower. A pre-night in Anchorage is necessary. Extra nights are available at Brooks Lodge. Bear Viewing at Hallo Bay 4 Days / 3 Nights Travel to Hallo Bay, Alaska s premier location for bear viewing, located on the Pacific coast of Katmai National Park. Spring grasses, coastal seafood buffets and multiple salmon runs combine to attract the highest concentration of coastal grizzly (or brown bears) in Alaska. From May to early July the bears are engaged in complex, fascinating mating behaviours, digging for clams in the intertidal areas and grazing on the sedge flats. In mid July the first of the salmon runs begin and the bears change their diet to salmon. After each day of hiking and wildlife photography, guests return to the comfortable cabins with shared baths and hot showers and join fellow travellers for family style dining. Day 1 Anchorage > Homer Fly to Homer and stay overnight. Day 2 Homer > Hallo Bay Fly by small bush plane to Hallo Bay. View bears in the afternoon. Day 3 Hallo Bay Wilderness Bear viewing and daily adventures. Includes: Independent tour. 1 night accommodation in Homer, 2 nights in a cabin at Hallo Wilderness (bed, mattress pad, sleeping bag, propane light and heat provided). Return flights: Anchorage > Homer > Hallo Bay. All meals at the lodge. Guided bear viewing, knee high river boots provided. Price (per person) Twin 1 Jun from $3,999 Departs: Daily. Comments: There are two-day, threeday and five-day tours available. Ask your travel agent or World Journeys for details. Hallo Bay has a total of 5 cabins and has very basic facilities. Guests must have a reasonable level of fitness for walking around 4-5 hours per day. Day 4 Hallo Bay > Homer > Anchorage Take the Bushplane back to Homer and then the commercial flight to Anchorage. 130
Nome Discovery 2 Days / 1 Night Nome, situated on the Bering Sea coastline, started life as a 'wild west' tent city during the gold rush and still retains some of 'period atmosphere' today. With this tour you can experience the thrill of exploring Alaska's last frontier, where gold prospectors can still be seen working sluice boxes on Nome's beaches. Around the world Nome is famous as the finish line for the Iditarod Sled Dog Race, the epic 1,000-mile winter race across Alaska from Anchorage. With round-the-clock daylight during the summer, you can set your own schedule for the best wildlife viewing. History in Nome is everywhere. Nome has several restaurants, bars, and grocery stores. Day 1 Anchorage > Nome Morning flight from Anchorage to Nome. 5 hour Nome Day Tour: Nome s colourful 100-year history will be presented within a framework of thousands of years of Eskimo culture and history. The tour includes a trip outside of town to search for wildlife and to take a tundra walk. Rest of evening at leisure. Day 2 Nome > Anchorage This morning fly Nome to Anchorage. Includes: Roundtrip air from Anchorage to Nome in Economy Class. Overnight in Nome. Sightseeing tour of Nome. All taxes. 1 Jun 31 Aug $1,185 $1,373 Departs: Daily. Comments: Accommodation in Nome is very basic, and flight schedules are subject to change. Luggage restrictions apply. Arctic Ocean Adventure with Barrow 3 Days / 2 Nights Starting in Fairbanks, the first day of this journey takes you north through the sub-arctic region, crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting the tiny settlement of Coldfoot. The Gates of the Arctic National Park, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Brooks Range and North Slope are along your route. With rustic accommodation in Coldfoot and Deadhorse, you sample life in the rural north. Visit the northernmost community of Alaska and witness the rich culture of Alaska s Eskimo people. Day 1 Fairbanks > Coldfoot Journey to the Arctic Ocean. Traveling with a driver-guide you will visit the Arctic Circle Trading Post in the rural community of Joy. Travel along the Dalton Highway and experience the mighty Yukon River. You will cross the Arctic Circle on your way to your destination of Coldfoot. Day 2 Coldfoot > Prudhoe Bay Continue north climbing over the Continental Divide at Atigun Pass. Explore the amazing Arctic tundra of the Arctic Coastal Plain and feel the veins of ice just beneath the surface. Day 3 Prudhoe Bay > Barrow > Fairbanks Fly from Prudhoe Bay to the Inupiat Eskimo village of Barrow. Get a first hand glimpse of the lifestyle of Alaska s Arctic Coastal people with a tour of the village. Walk the shores of the Arctic Ocean near the northernmost point in North America. Return by air to Fairbanks. Includes: Accommodation including taxes for 2 nights. Driver guided tour in 10 passenger vans between Fairbanks and Prudhoe Bay (duration of each day can be up to 12 hours). Local sightseeing guides in Barrow. Flight between Prudhoe Bay, Barrow & Fairbanks May 22 Sep 08 Northbound Fairbanks > Prudhoe Bay $2,854 $3,142 Northbound Prudhoe Bay > Fairbanks Departs: 22 May 8 Sep Northbound: Sun, Wed, Fri. Southbound: Sun, Tue, Fri. $2,567 $2,854 Comments: In both Coldfoot Camp and Deadhorse accommodation is very basic/ rustic by urban standards. Rooms have NO private bathrooms. Luggage restrictions apply. Call 0800 11 73 11 or visit www.worldjourneys.co.nz 131