NEW ENGLAND CRUISE & TRAINS OF THE ROCKIES

This afternoon, you will board the luxurious ms Maasdam for a Canada and New England cruise experience that will be as enchanting and elegant as the destinations themselves are varied and thrilling. With an exciting cruise itinerary , you will visit five ports including Quebec and enjoy plenty of scenic cruising as you explore the coasts of New England and Canada. Indulge on local lobster and clam chowder while learning about the rich culture of the Northeast, as deep blue waters take you from Bar Harbour, Maine, to Montreal.

A soaring three-deck-high atrium featuring a monumental glass sculpture by Luciano Vistosi of Italy is just one of the magnificent elements waiting for you onboard ms Maasdam. In the tiered grand Rotterdam Dining Room, guests overlook an antique marble fountain from Argentina and beyond the sea. Grandly proportioned, ms Maasdam is among the most spacious cruise ships at sea. Designed to provide more space for fewer guests than other ships in her class, ms Maasdam ensures you a more comfortable and intimate onboard experience.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

On this gorgeous island, you can have the quintessential New England tourist experience with a walk on the beach followed by a dinner of fresh lobster and homemade ice cream or explore the fir-lined, glacier-carved beauty of Acadia National Park and understand at once why this place was originally called Eden.

Sample Shore Excursions (not included): Acadia National Park & Carriage Ride, Coastal Sea Kayaking, The Ultimate Island Experience - A private luncheon at Frenchman's Bay

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

This thriving, picturesque city is one of the great North American seaports. Watch the changing of the guard at a citadel built by the British to fend off an attack from the fledgling US. Visit a first-rate maritime museum which includes an exhibit on the Titanic or hike to the lighthouse and unbeatable ocean views in car-free Point Pleasant Park.

Sample Shore Excursions (not included): Peggy's Cove Lighthouse & Lobster Lunch, Soldier for a Day Interactive Tour, Titanic Tour - The Halifax Connection.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

Adventure awaits on Cape Breton Island, once a refuge for British loyalists. Wander the narrow lanes of the old French village of Louisbourg. Explore the hands-on exhibits at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site or beeline to hiking, biking and kayaking in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, perched on a craggy plateau above the Atlantic and the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Sample Shore Excursions (not included): The Bras d'Or Lakes Grand Tour, Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Park, Black Gold - Cape Breton Mine Experience.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

Street actors re-enact the events leading to the creation of the Canadian confederacy, which was born in this charming town. You can cast your vote for seafood, shopping or a walk through Victorian streets. If you love 'Anne of Green Gables', the picturesque farm that inspired the tale is nearby.

Sample Shore Excursions (not included): Island Drive & Anne of Green Gables, Biking on the Confederation Trail, A Day in Dalvay-by-the-Sea, Four Diamond Chef's Table Tour.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

Thread 62 miles of spectacular Precambrian cliffs that jut dramatically from a dark mix of freshwater and sea that is home to a rich diversity of wildlife including small, white beluga whales. Quebec City marks the start of Saguenay Fjord. This 200-mile natural canal brings saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean inland and creates a beautiful environment for waterfront living for the communities of the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

The only walled city north of Mexico, whose entire, marvelous Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Feast on wild game, delight in boutiques and stroll cobblestones to high tea at the monumental Chateau Frontenac. The Musée d'Art Inuit Brousseau houses masterful carvings by Native Canadians.

Sample Shore Excursions (not included): Quebec City Walking Tour with Tea at the Chateau Frontenac, St. Lawrence Grand Tour & Lunch.

Overnight - ms Maasdam in an Outside Cabin with Veranda (A class)

This morning, you will arrive in Montreal will you disembark the ms Maasdam. A private sedan will transfer you to your hotel. At the hotel, you will store your luggage with the bell desk and depart on a 3 hour morning city tour while you wait for your hotel check-in time.

Experience the best of Montreal on an exciting 3 hour sightseeing tour. Enjoy a complete tour of the City, taking in over 200 points of interest, including a stop at the Notre Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory (photo stop), residential and financial districts, Old Montreal (photo stop), French Quarter, outside view of Olympic Site (photo stop), McGill University and a panoramic view from an observation point on top of Mt. Royal. Discover Montreal through hundreds of places of interest with an uninterrupted commentary by a friendly, knowledgeable & bilingual guide.

Overnight - Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth - Fairmont Gold (includes continental breakfast)

This morning you will transfer (on own) from your hotel to the VIA Rail station. Upon arrival at the train station, go straight to the Panorama lounge which is reserved for VIA 1 passengers. You'll be able to unwind as you wait for departure. The day's newspapers, coffee and juice will be yours to enjoy, free of charge. You will depart Montreal and travel to downtown Toronto, Canada's largest and most vibrant city. Travel in total comfort and ease and forget the hassles of driving. You will travel in VIA 1 class which offers you a delicious meal and exclusive access to the VIA 1 lounge in the service-car. Upon arrival in Toronto transfer (on own) to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to start exploring this world class destination.

Overnight - Fairmont Royal York - Fairmont Gold (includes continental breakfast)

Today, you will embark on a 2 hour guided tour of the city. Your fully commentated tour highlights include the Eaton Centre, Chinatown, CN Tower, and Old and New City Halls with the opportunity for pictures along the way. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at the CN Tower. Defining the Toronto skyline, the CN Tower is Canada's most recognizable and celebrated icon. At a height of 553.33m (1,815 ft., 5 inches), it is the World's Tallest Building.

This afternoon, you will dine at the 360 Restaurant, acclaimed for its exquisite cuisine, service and selection of over 400 International and Canadian wines. You will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city as the restaurant completes one revolution in 72-minutes. Your lunch consists of a choice of appetizer & main course, dessert of the day and tea/coffee. After your meal, you can explore the Lookout & Glass Floor levels at your leisure.

Overnight - Fairmont Royal York - Fairmont Gold (includes continental breakfast)

Today, you have a full day to enjoy this fantastic city on your own or as a part of an optional tour. This evening, transfer (on own) to the conveniently located VIA Rail station to board the world-famous Canadian. Let the journey begin! You are retracing a journey that started over 120 years ago on a ribbon of steel that still connects Canadians from coast-to-coast. As the train slowly moves away and the bright lights of Toronto fade into the darkness, slip into the cozy comfort of your private bedroom accommodation and let the rhythm of the train rock you to sleep.

Today, you will be taken on a narrated day tour to Niagara Falls. You will enjoy a boat ride on the "Maid of the Mist" to the foot of the falls for a spectacular, close up view. Lunch is also included in today's tour. Before returning to Toronto, the tour will pass through the charming 19th century town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Return to Toronto at approximately 7:30pm.

Overnight - VIA Rail in a Private room

Wake up this morning and enjoy breakfast in the private dining car. For the next 3 days you will be the guests of VIA Rail and its famous Silver and Blue Service. From the comfort of the scenic dome enjoy the great Canadian mosaic as the provinces of Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan reveal themselves to you. You will soon find that your fellow travelers are from all over the world. Join them for dinner or a beverage in the lounge car. Although the journey is rarely interrupted by civilization, stops will be made in Winnipeg and Saskatoon. As the train rolls relentlessly westward, the rugged rivers and lakes of Manitoba give way to the rolling wheat fields of Saskatchewan. You may be lucky and witness a dramatic prairie lightning storm from the dome car before you turn in for the night.

Overnight - VIA Rail in a Private room

If you look out your bedroom window early enough this morning, you might catch a glimpse of oil wells and grain elevators as the train crosses the rolling hills of Alberta. While the oil and gas industries drive the Alberta economy the importance of agriculture and the cattle industry are also very visible. Early in the morning the train arrives in Edmonton, the capital city of the province of Alberta. Soon, the Canadian is once again heading west, this time along the banks of the mighty Athabasca River and into the Rocky Mountains and Jasper National Park. Your rail journey comes to an end as the Canadian rolls to a stop in the picturesque community of Jasper, northern gateway to the spectacular Columbia Icefields and the world-famous resorts of Lake Louise and Banff. Your overnight accommodation is nearby. Upon arrival in Jasper, you will transfer (on own) to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Lake view Junior Suite

Enjoy the freshness of a walk after the heat of the day with a walk through one of the best bird and beaver habitats near Jasper. On your walk the guides' knowledge of birds and animal habits and habitats, the flowers and the plants, add to the walk. Transportation is provided from town. You will have access to walking sticks, binoculars and raincoats, but feel free to bring your own. Bring a camera, comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for the weather, and you are then set to go.

Overnight - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - Lake view Junior Suite

Enjoy a narrated tour from Jasper through the heart of the Canadian Rockies to Banff along the Icefields Parkway. You will be inspired by rushing waterfalls, crystal-clear rivers, emerald lakes, alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks create an ever-changing montage of mountain wilderness. This tour along the Icefields Parkway takes you through Jasper and Banff National Parks, stopping at the Columbia Icefield. Included in your package is the Ice Age Adventure, a tour onto the icy slopes of the Athabasca Glacier. You will travel in a specially designed Ice Explorer to the middle of the glacier on a 5-kilometre round- trip journey. Your driver-guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out interesting geological features as you travel in comfort and safety. The trip affords many opportunities to see mountain wildlife and photograph the spectacular views.

Overnight - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Fairmont Gold View Room (continental breakfast)

A private sedan will transfer you from your hotel to the Rocky Mountaineer® station. For the next two days, you will be experiencing the "Most Spectacular Train Trip in the World"® aboard Rocky Mountaineer®. Travel aboard the train that puts you in the middle of the awe-inspiring scenery of the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival in Kamloops, transfer to your hotel. With service and interpretive commentary provided by your Onboard Attendants, you will realize that with Rocky Mountaineer®, you are experiencing one of the world's most unforgettable rail adventures.

Choice of Kamloops Evening Entertainment

A choice of evening entertainment will be offered in the new River Roundhouse venue featuring two dinner theatre. Select between two entertainment choices during your overnight stay in Kamloops:

Maple Leaf Musical Dinner Theatre - An authentic Canadian dinner and upbeat musical journey about a group of Canadian singers/songwriters embarking on a cross-country train trip is sure to surprise and delight audiences of all ages. This lively performance features internationally known songs by several of Canada's most loved entertainers, including Anne Murray, Paul Anka, Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell and Shania Twain. Guests will enjoy a multimedia trip that trumpets Canada's musical diversity.

The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show *(Begins Early May)*

A wild and entertaining evening show featuring an icon of Canada's West-the lumberjack. This comedic story features two world class lumberjacks competing to be the best in town. Recreating the historic world of a logging camp, the local lumberjacks will dazzle and amaze the audience with their skills, tricks and showmanship. Among the challenges are a 50-foot tree climb, an axe-throwing competition, and an entertaining log-rolling competition.

GoldLeaf Service®

Overnight in Kamloops (Hotel to be advised)

You will depart early this morning for your second day aboard Rocky by Rail Mountaineer Rail tours. Continue your journey westwards from Kamloops and travel along the Thompson River to the Fraser Canyon. At Hell's Gate, watch water torrent past the canyon walls at its narrowest point, a true highlight of the canyon. Upon leaving this region, the train will journey through the fertile Fraser Valley to the coastal city of Vancouver. Upon arrival in Vancouver, you will be met by your private sedan and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver - Fairmont Gold (includes continental breakfast)

Today, you will transfer by private sedan from your hotel to the Vancouver International Airport in time for your flight departure home.

• 7 night Holland America cruise aboard the ms Maasdam including onboard meals & entertainment, taxes and port charges
• 3 nights bedroom accommodation and meals on VIA Rail
• 7 nights accommodation, room tax and any mandatory service charges
• Rocky Mountaineer® 2 day rail tour including 2 breakfasts,2 lunches & snacks
• Choice of Kamloops Evening Entertainment: Maple Leaf Musical Dinner Theatre OR Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
• Greater Montreal Guided Tram Tour
• VIA Rail from Montreal to Toronto in VIA 1 Class including one meal onboard (meal is dependant on time of departure)
• Toronto City Tour
• CN Tower 3 course lunch at the 360 revolving restaurant including tower admission and gratuities
• Birding & Beaver Nature Walk
• Jasper to Banff Tour including a 1 1/2 hour Ice Explorer ride
• Discover Banff Tour including admission to Cave & Basin
• Private sedan transfers between Montreal Cruise Ship Terminal & hotel, Banff hotel & train station, Vancouver Train Station to hotel and hotel & Vancouver Airport including gratuities
• National Park Entrance Fee
• Personalized documentation package

• Shore Excursions
• Alcoholic beverages
• Gratuities not listed as included (including meals & cabin attendants onboard the ms Maasdam)
• Meals not listed as included
• Transfers not listed as included
• Optional activities not listed as included
• Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)