Bank Texas presents… Rockies Rail Highlights May 11 – 18, 2014

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For more information contact Missy Kirby or Brenda Cates Bank Texas (903) 763-2264 [email protected] [email protected]

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HIGHLIGHTS… Banff, Yoho National Park, Icefields Parkway, Jasper, VIA Rail’s The Canadian, Vancouver

Day 1: Sunday, May 11, 2014 Calgary, this amazing limestone rock formation Alberta - Tour Begins Your tour begins in came to be. Continue your journey along the cosmopolitan city of Calgary. the river and take some time to explore spectacular Emerald Lake, named for the Day 2: Monday, May 12, 2014 Calgary - vibrant green color of its water. This Banff This morning, leave Calgary behind evening it’s Diner’s Choice...your as you head into the wondrous Rockies. dinner is included and you’ll choose the Travel through the prairies of Alberta to perfect spot from a “menu” of Banff’s the Kananaskis Valley. Make a visit to a great restaurants. (B, D) local ranch for some leisure time. Play a game of horseshoes, take a line dancing Day 4: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Banff lesson and embark on a wagon ride* to Start your day with breathtaking views of view some buffalo. Then, enjoy a Banff’s Sulphur Mountain. Ride a traditional Albertan barbeque with gondola to the summit and enjoy breakfast beautiful views of the mountains in the as you look out over the town and the background. Later, arrive in the town of valley. Later, enjoy a visit to a local Banff and settle in at The Fairmont Banff ammonite specialist to learn about this Springs Hotel. Relax during a three-night rare gemstone found only in Alberta. stay at the famed “Castle in the Next, set off on a scenic drive through Mountains.” (B, L) Banff that features the powerful Bow Falls and Hoodoos – known as the “Land Day 3: Tuesday, May 13, 2014 Banff - of the Sleeping Giants.” During an Yoho National Park - Banff Begin your afternoon at leisure, perhaps you’ll take a day with a trip to Yoho National Park, stroll through Banff’s delightful named by the Cree (using their expression downtown, stopping at some of its chic for “awe”). See the Spiral Tunnels cut boutiques or cafes. (B) through the mountains during the railroad’s development and learn about Day 5: Thursday, May 15, 2014 Banff - Canada’s train system. Next, enjoy a visit Icefields Parkway - Jasper Today you’ll to Field, a cozy town known for its charm, journey along the unforgettable Icefields nestled in the grand Canadian Rockies. Parkway. Waterfalls, rushing rivers, Later, travel along Kicking Horse River to glacial peaks, imposing cliffs and visit the Natural Bridge. Discover how snowcapped peaks paint the breathtaking canvas! Reflect on this inspiring you are rocked to sleep in your private landscape at Peyto Lake, a turquoise accommodations. The train whisks you glacier-fed treasure. At the Columbia past the peaks of the Monashee Mountains Icefield, ride** across a mass of glacial and the stunning sight of Pyramid Falls ice over 1,000 feet thick – the largest cascading down Mt. Cheadle. Relax in the accumulation of ice south of the Arctic Dome car and experience stunning 360- Circle. Then, take a guided walk on the degree views of the glistening glaciers of Skywalk to experience breathtaking views the Albreda Icefields. On a clear day you of the Sunwapta Valley and the dramatic might catch a glimpse of Mt. Robson – the landscape from the glass floored platform. highest peak of the Rockies. (B, D)

As you continue down the parkway, be on Day 7: Saturday, May 17, 2014 VIA Rail - the lookout for bears, furry marmots and Vancouver Enjoy a lovely hot breakfast in stately elk. Enjoy a stop at the Athabasca the dining car before arriving in the Falls and marvel at its sheer beauty and vibrant city of Vancouver. Enjoy a power. This evening, enjoy a “Taste of sightseeing tour beginning at Stanley Alberta” dinner complete with several Park, Canada’s renowned urban choices featuring various Alberta rainforest. Meet a member of the Stanley products and special recipes that Park Ecological Society and learn about highlight the cuisine in the province. (B, the Young Naturalist program supported D) by the Collette Foundation, as well as Day 6: Friday, May 16, 2014 Jasper - VIA other conservation and preservation Rail This morning, journey to Maligne efforts. Visit Chinatown – one of the Lake and enjoy breakfast*** against the largest in North America. Your next stop backdrop of the lake’s picture-perfect is Gastown, a turn-of-the-century town sparkling waters. You may choose to comprised of pubs, art galleries, embark on an optional cruise highlighting boutiques, and its world-famous steam- the beauty of Spirit Island. Next, explore powered clock which is perhaps the most dramatic Maligne Canyon, one of Jasper's photographed subject in all of Vancouver. most spectacular landmarks. Return to This evening, celebrate the end of your Jasper with leisure time to explore this adventure during a farewell dinner lovely town. This afternoon, board VIA featuring local products from British Rail’s The Canadian to continue your Columbia. (B, D) journey through the majestic Canadian Rockies. Travel in a timeless manner as Day 8: Sunday, May 18, 2014 Vancouver - ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Depart for Home Today you will depart Day 1 Westin Calgary, Calgary, for home with a lifetime of memories. Alberta

Days 2 – 4 The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, Alberta Day 5 Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre, Jasper, Alberta Day 6 Via Rail Canada, Toronto, Ontario Day 7 Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, British Columbia On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Experience It! Experience Canada - VIA Rail Listen to the peaceful sounds of a bygone era as you make your way through a scenic wonderland; it’s a veritable journey back in time as you travel from Jasper to Vancouver. Relax and discover the delight of overnight training aboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian. Heralded in 1955 as “the first and only all-stainless steel ‘dome’ streamliner in Canada,” The Canadian has been exceeding passenger expectations ever since. Enjoy first-class meals and awe-inspiring Canadian Rockies vistas during the day. Spend the night in the comfort of your own bed inside a private sleeping room that includes a private washroom. From the moment you board VIA Rail’s The Canadian, embrace the nostalgia of a golden age as you travel through scenery far removed from the highway.

For important reservation information visit www.collettevacations.com/link/581972. You can also find this information on your tour documents. PLEASE NOTE: Glacier Experience is weather permitting throughout Book Now rates valid until Nov 11, 2013, valid the travel season. on air inclusive packages only. Order of sightseeing is subject to change. To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip The number of single accommodations is limited on airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette this tour. airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your An overnight bag is necessary for your stay aboard own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of VIA Rail. purchasing these transfers. Please note that all Maximum elevation: 7,500 feet. transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times. This tour requires average physical activity. You *Line dancing and the wagon ride at the ranch on should be in good health, able to climb stairs and Day 2 may not be available in the "off season." walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets. **Some attractions may not be available during the "off-season" months (weather permitting) and is Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 reflected in the rate. or more traveling on the same flights and dates. ***Breakfast at Maligne Lake is only offered from June 1 to September 30 - a hotel breakfast will be supplied as an alternative.

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RES#: 581972 TRAVEL DATE: 5/11/2014 TERRITORY: T2 For Reservations Contact: Missy Kirby or Brenda Cates (903) 763-2264 email: [email protected] or [email protected] Bank Texas, 412 E Goode St, Quitman, TX 75783-2537 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 of 12/4/2013 are based upon availability. Final payment due by 3/11/2014. The waiver insurance fees are fully refundable up to 12/11/2013. 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: State: Zip Code: Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Email: Nickname: Gender: ( ) Male ( ) Female Date of Birth: (month/day/year) / / Passport Number: Expiration Date: Date of Issuance: City, State, 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 Traveling 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 $315 ( ) 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 traveling 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 CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette Vacations ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card Waiver/Insurance Amount: $______Deposit Amount: $______Total amount enclosed: $______Cardholder Name: Cardholder Address: Cardholder Phone: Expiration Date: Credit Card Number: Amount charged: $ 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.

Bank Texas 412 E Goode St Quitman, Texas, 75783-2537

For more information contact Missy Kirby or Brenda Cates Bank Texas (903) 763-2264 [email protected] [email protected] 162 Middle Street Pawtucket, RI • 02860

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BOOKING NUMBER: 581972 TOUR: Rockies Rail Highlights featuring VIA Rail’s The Canadian DEPARTURE DATE: May 11, 2014 GROUP NAME: Bank Texas

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.

Jasper, AB Maligne Lake Cruise $65 USD Discover Maligne Lake, the second largest glacially fed lake in the world, secretly tucked away in a ring of towering mountains. Cruise the deep blue waters of this lake on a 1½ hour, fully-narrated scenic cruise aboard a heated, enclosed vessel. Sail in comfort to captivating Spirit Island, learning about the lake’s history, geology, flora, and fauna. See towering mountains white with glaciers and watch for wildlife while cruising through unforgettable scenery. Enjoy a stroll on Spirit Island and experience for yourself one of the most iconic, photographed scenes in all of the Rockies. It is a photographer's dream. Please note: This option is not available for departures between October and May due to the lake being frozen. Closing and opening dates are weather permitting and subject to change. Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Jasper Rafting Tours $65 USD Set off to the Athabasca River for the adventure of a lifetime! Climb aboard a specially-designed raft, with a licensed National Parks guide, and explore the Athabasca River as it flows through the Alberta wilderness. Float through many small sets of rapids and calm waters as you trace a route once used by early fur traders. This is a great excursion for travelers of all ages and a safe, gentle way to experience one of the world’s true wild rivers. Each raft is 25 feet long and seats 25 people. The fully-trained guides possess endless streams of knowledge of the local wildlife, history and folklore. Don’t miss an unforgettable chance to experience the fascinating Canadian wilderness. Watch as they row through six to eight short sets of mild rapids as well as calm stretches over the 16 kilometers of rivers. Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 4 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Canmore, AB Soar to Mt. Assiniboine $300 USD Experience the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies. Defy the conventional tours and behold the incomparable beauty of the region with a helicopter tour. Nothing compares to the total exhilaration of soaring above some of the most incredible scenery the world offers. Soar to the “Matterhorn” of the Canadian Rockies, Mt. Assiniboine which rises majestically 11,870 feet along the Great Divide. The surrounding glaciers and icefalls will astound you and capture your imagination. This is a photographer's dream come true!

Please note: Actual flight time is 30 minutes. Due to weight restrictions per aircraft, there is a group weigh-in prior to boarding. Passenger placement of location in aircraft is based on weight, which is determined upon arrival at the heli- port. This policy is beyond our control. Note: On some tours, this option operates at the same time as the 'Soar Over Spray Valley' and 'Soar through the Mountain Ranges of Goat and Sundance' options. Please confirm at time of booking. Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Please note a minimum of 2 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Banff, AB Cruising Lake Minnewanka $50 USD Enjoy a cruise aboard the “Lady of the Spirits” on Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in Banff National Park. Lake Minnewanka received its name from the Stoney natives meaning “The Lake of the Water Spirits.” Aboard the cruise sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Keep your cameras on hand for a chance to capture some of Banff’s famous wildlife such as elk, deer, wolves, eagles, and bears which may be seen along the shore line. Enjoy learning about the rich history on the area, including the history of the Stoney Natives and their legends. Please note that depending on the schedule, only one optional excursion may be chosen per day due to overlapping times. Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Vancouver, BC Victoria Day Trip $185 USD An early morning scenic ferry transports you to Vancouver Island to visit the incomparable and lovely Butchart Gardens. Set on over 55 acres, Butchart Gardens are among the world's most beautiful and are a veritable explosion of color and fragrances. Then, take a short sightseeing tour of the "City of Gardens," Victoria, and enjoy leisure time to explore this charming, seaside city. This evening you will journey back to the mainland via a short ferry ride. Please Note: This option is operated by a local representative and is available for US and Canadian clients who have purchased an additional night in the city of Vancouver -- does not apply to UK clients. Duration: Approximately 12 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Banff, AB The Lake Louise Experience $65 USD Embark on a journey to spectacular Lake Louise. Upon arrival enjoy lunch at the Ski Louise Lodge. Then, board the gondola and ascend the mountain in fourteen minutes, to a height of 6,850 feet above sea level. Marvel at the spectacular panoramic views of mountain ranges while keeping an eye out for grizzly bears who call this mountain home. At the upper gondola terminal, take in one of Banff National Park’s greatest views, and then visit the Interpretive Centre to learn about the bears in this area, their habitat and history. Next, visit the shores of the famous turquoise blue lake and the incomparable Chateau Lake Louise. You may choose to hike along the lakeshore or simply relax in the majesty of your surroundings. This option is available from May 15 to September 30 only. Please note that depending on the schedule, only one optional excursion may be chosen per day due to overlapping times. Duration: Approximately 6 hours. Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

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Price Per Person Option  (USD) Maligne Lake Cruise 65.00 Jasper Rafting Tours 65.00 Soar to Mt. Assiniboine 300.00 Cruising Lake Minnewanka 50.00 Victoria Day Trip 185.00 The Lake Louise Experience 65.00

Please make checks payable to Bank Texas Collette Vacations and send to: Attn: Missy Kirby or Brenda Cates 412 E Goode St Quitman, TX 75783-2537 Fax: (903) 763-4911