Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies

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Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies
West Coast Rail Tours presents…
Trains of the Colorado
       Rockies
           August 8 – 16, 2014

                                 $
                                     100

       For more information contact
 Jennifer Mitchell ● West Coast Rail Tours
     (604)524-1011 ● tours@wcra.org
Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies
9 Days ● 12 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

BOOK NOW
see please note section for details

Double $2,949 *
Single $3,649; Triple $2,919
                                                                           $
                                                                               100
Regular rates:
Double $3,049
Single $3,749; Triple $3,019
Included in Price: Door to Door Sedan Transfers to and from the Vancouver Airport (within 100km),
Round Trip Air from Vancouver, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $150 per person (subject to
increase until paid in full) and Hotel Transfers

Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $200 per person

* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change

*Additional 2014 Departure Dates Available: May 23; June 7, 14: July 11, 18, 25; August 15, 22, 29;
September 6, 13, 20.
Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies
HIGHLIGHTS… Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park, Georgetown Loop
Railroad, Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument, Durango & Silverton
Railroad, Durango, Mesa Verde National Park, Royal Gorge Railroad, Colorado
Springs, Pike's Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods
 Day 1: Friday, August 8, 2014                Day 3: Sunday, August 10, 2014
Denver, Colorado Area - Tour Begins           Denver Area - Georgetown - Grand
Traverse the Colorado Rockies with            Junction
Collette Vacations as you journey through     Travel through the Rocky Mountains
the beauty of nature with Alpine lakes,       on a scenic and historic train ride
towering peaks and rolling meadows at         aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad.
every turn. (D)                               Completed in 1884 as a means to transport
Day 2: Saturday, August 9, 2014               silver in and out of the region, this
Denver Area - Estes Park - Rocky              spectacular stretch of narrow gauge
Mountain National Park - Denver Area          railroad is an engineering marvel and
Travel to the resort village of Estes Park,   features several horseshoe curves and
famous for its Stanley Hotel, the             bridges including the Devil’s Gate High
inspiration for Stephen King's novel, The     Bridge. A stop is made at the picturesque
Shining. Enjoy leisure time to meander        Alpine village of Vail. Lined with chalets,
among its unique shops and fine galleries.    outdoor cafes and intriguing shops and
Next stop is Rocky Mountain National          galleries, Vail is one the finest resort
Park to discover the true meaning of          destinations in the world. Later, arrive in
“panoramic” as you experience                 Grand Junction, your home for the next
incredible views. Then, travel across the     two evenings. (B)
famed Trail Ridge Road* which forms the       Day 4: Monday, August 11, 2014
highest continuous highway in America         Grand Junction - Colorado National
reaching heights of 12,183 feet. This         Monument - Grand Junction
celebrated “Roof of the Rockies” offers       Visit one of the grand landscapes of the
views of massive peaks and rugged             American West - Colorado National
canyons as you cross the continental          Monument. Travel along the Rim Rock to
divide. (B)                                   see a colourful panorama of deep, sheer-
                                              sided canyons and high rock towers.
                                              Later, journey to Colorado’s wine country
                                              to learn about one of the region’s finest
Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies
vineyards and sample the fruits of its           Day 7: Thursday, August 14, 2014
labors. Tonight’s winemaker’s dinner at          Durango - Canon City - Colorado Springs
a lovely vineyard will be an exceptional         Travel east across southern Colorado to
experience where you can relax and               Canon City’s Royal Gorge Railroad.
enjoy the company of your fellow                 Board the train for a 24-mile ride
travellers. (B, D)                               beneath the highest suspension bridge
Day 5: Tuesday, August 12, 2014                  in the world, the Royal Gorge Bridge,
Grand Junction - Silverton - Durango             which spans the gorge 1,053 feet above
Drive south to the small mining town of          the railroad tracks. This is some of the
Silverton, a national historic landmark.         most spectacular scenery you will ever
Hidden high in the San Juan Mountains,           see. (B)
this town offers spectacular scenery,            Day 8: Friday, August 15, 2014
Victorian charm and historic architecture        Colorado Springs - Manitou Springs -
built between 1882 - 1910. Then it's “all        Colorado Springs
aboard” the Durango and Silverton                Depart for Manitou Springs, home of
Narrow Gauge Railroad. This 1881                 Pike's Peak, the legendary symbol of the
coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive was         1859 Gold Rush. Embark on Pike's Peak
built to haul silver and gold ore from the       Cog Railway, the world's highest cog
San Juan Mountains…but you will soon             railroad, for an 8.9 mile journey to the top
realize it is the view that is truly precious.   of Pike's Peak (approx. 14,110 ft.). During
(B)                                              the journey you will see magnificent
Day 6: Wednesday, August 13, 2014                views and perhaps animals in their native
Durango - Mesa Verde National Park -             habitat. Later, travel to the Garden of the
Durango                                          Gods, on the National Register for
An incredible day awaits at Mesa Verde           Historic Places, to see the towering
National Park which preserves the one            sandstone formations and enjoy a
thousand year culture of the remarkable          wonderful view of Pike's Peak. Tonight,
Anasazi Indians. Visit the fascinating           join your fellow travellers for a farewell
Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings to see two of        dinner to celebrate a trip filled with scenic
the largest cliff dwellings built between        delights and railway adventures. (B, D)
AD 1211 - 1278 by ancestors of the               Day 9: Saturday, August 16, 2014
Pueblos. This evening, enjoy an Old West         Colorado Springs - Tour Ends
adventure filled with traditional cowboy         Your tour ends in Colorado Springs. (B)
food and entertainment**. (B, D)
Trains of the Colorado - West Coast Rail Tours presents Rockies
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
                                                        Days 1, 2  Crowne Plaza Denver,
                                                                   Denver,Colorado
                                                        Days 3, 4        Doubletree Hotel Grand
                                                                         Junction, Grand
                                                                         Junction,Colorado
                                                        Days 5, 6        Durango Strater Hotel,
                                                                         Durango,Colorado
                                                        Days 7, 8        Doubletree Hotel Colorado
                                                                         Springs, Colorado
                                                                         Springs,Colorado
                                                         On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Experience It! Durango & Silverton Railroad
The Durango & Silverton Railroad has run continuously since 1881. The line was
constructed to haul silver & gold ore from the San Juan Mountains, but passengers soon
realized it was the view that was truly precious.
This historic train has been in continuous operation for 131 years, carrying passengers
behind vintage steam locomotives and rolling stock indigenous to the line. Relive the
sights and sounds of yesteryear for a spectacular journey on board the Durango &
Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

PLEASE NOTE:                                            **The cowboy food and entertainment will not be
Book Now rates valid until Feb 08, 2014, valid          available for tours arriving into Durango prior to May
on air inclusive packages only.                         27, 2014 or after September 2, 2014; on those
To complete your holiday, we include roundtrip          occasions, your meal will be substituted at your
airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette     hotel or a local restaurant.
airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your   This tour includes travelling to high altitudes (approx.
own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of    14,110 ft.) and may not be suitable for some clients.
purchasing these transfers. Please note that all        We suggest that you consult your doctor if you have
transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.            any concerns.
          For important reservation information visit www.collettevacations.ca/link/579121.
                     You can also find this information on your tour documents.
*Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park    This tour requires average physical activity. You
may be closed at certain times of the year due to    should be in good health, able to climb stairs and
inclement weather.                                   walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven
Due to tour scheduling, flights home should not be   grounds and cobblestone streets.
booked prior to 10:00 AM.
Air passengers will depart from Denver, CO. All      Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10
transfers will depart Colorado Springs for Denver.   or more travelling on the same flights and dates.

NOTES:

   For more information visit www.collettevacations.ca/link/579121
Trains of the Colorado Rockies
  RES#: 579121 TRAVEL DATE: 8/08/2014 TERRITORY: C5
  For Reservations Contact: Jennifer Mitchell (604)524-1011
  West Coast Rail Tours, #2-4529 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2K3
First deposit of $250 per person due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first
come, first served basis. Reservations made after the seat reduction date March 7, 2014
are based upon availability. Final payment due by June 9, 2014. The waiver insurance
fees are fully refundable up to March 7, 2014.
YOUR INFORMATION:
Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation.
First:                                    Middle:                               Last:                                           Suffix:
Address:                                                                          City:                                       Province:
Postal Code:                        Phone: (                  )               Cell: (                            )
Email:                                                                   Nickname:
Gender: ( ) Male             ( ) Female             Date of Birth: (dd/mm/yy)                            /                /
Passport Number:                        Expiration Date:            Date of Issuance:
City, Province, Country of Issuance:                               Citizenship:
Emergency Contact:                                 Phone: (     )
ROOMING WITH:
First:                          Middle:             Last:                          Suffix:
AIR GATEWAY:
Departure airport for this tour:
Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Travelling Companion
Collette Vacations cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette Vacations and wish
to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times.
AIR UPGRADE:
I am interested in purchasing an air upgrade to business or first class ( ) Yes ( ) No
Are you willing to separate from the group air schedule to accommodate your upgrade request? ( ) Yes ( ) No
TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $200 ( ) No, I decline
If you choose not to purchase Collette's Waiver Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is
due with first deposit. The waiver insurance fees do not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual’s travelling companion
electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. In this case, the single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels.
PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO: West Coast Rail Tours ( ) Cheque ( ) Credit Card
Waiver/Insurance Amount: $________ Deposit Amount: $________ Total amount enclosed: $________
Cardholder Name:
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Important Conditions: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to
increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees.
SIGNATURE REQUIRED for acceptance of the above conditions and agreement to credit card use:
                                                              Date:
     I understand and accept Collette Vacations cancellation policy, terms and conditions. If paying by credit card, I agree to
pay according to the card issuer agreement.
West Coast Rail Tours
#2-4529 Hastings St
Burnaby, British Columbia, V5C 2K3

For more information contact
Jennifer Mitchell
West Coast Rail Tours
(604)524-1011
tours@wcra.org
40 Queen Street South
                                                            Mississauga, ON • L5M 1K3
                                                            Phone: 1-866-358-0333 x4123 Fax: 888-882-
                                                            5820

                    BOOKING NUMBER: 579121                                    TOUR: Trains of the Colorado Rockies
                 DEPARTURE DATE: August 8, 2014                               GROUP NAME: West Coast Rail Tours
                                                             Available Options
Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your
individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options.
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to
departure. Prices are subject to change.
Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Grand Junction, CO
    Rafting on the Colorado River with Lunch                                           $50     CAD
Experience the magic of the legendary Colorado River! This calm, five mile stretch of the Colorado River is perfect
for all ages. Each 12-person raft is accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable river guide who is versed in
the history and geology of the area. Sit back and relax as your guide rows you down river. Don’t forget your camera
as there will be multiple opportunities to get that perfect photo shot from the river’s view. It’s just a little taste of
heaven! Everyone knows that “river runners” don’t go hungry so we’ve included a boxed lunch on this excursion.
Actual time on river is 1 hour, 30 minutes. Duration: Approximately 3 hours. Please note a minimum of 10
passengers is required. Transportation is included.
40 Queen Street South
                                                                                             Mississauga ON L5M 1K3
                                                                                             Phone: 1-866-358-0333 x4123, Fax: 888-882-5820

      TOUR: Trains of the Colorado Rockies                                                                DEPARTURE DATE: Aug 08, 2014
      GROUP NAME: West Coast Rail Tours                                                                   BOOKING NUMBER: 579121

                                                  AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS
   Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your
                             individual experience. Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options.
Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure.
                           Prices are subject to change. Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

PASSENGERS NAME: (Please submit a separate form for each passenger)

Salutation:____ First:___________________ Middle:_________________ Last:______________________ Suffix:____ Nickname:_____________
          (Mr., Mrs., Rev.)                       ( Please print EXACTLY as it appears on Passport)                    (Jr., Sr.)

                                                                                                                                    Price Per Person
                                                                       Option
                                                                                                                                          (CAD)
                   Rafting on the Colorado River with Lunch                                                                                    50.00

Please make cheques payable           West Coast Rail Tours
to West Coast Rail Tours and
send to:
                                      Attn: Jennifer Mitchell
                                      #2-4529 Hastings St
                                      Burnaby, BC V5C 2K3
                                      Fax: (604)522-1293
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