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Canadian Rockies, Vancouver & Victoria CANADIAN ROCKIES, VANCOUVER & VICTORIA JUNE 19 - 28, 2021 with host ANDI FOUBERG, President & CEO, SDSU Alumni Association ©VIA Rail Canada Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience Tour™ Capilano Suspension Bridge Banff National Park Adventure awaits as we board a giant all-terrain Ice Explorer and Walk among the tree tops 230 feet above the Capilano Enjoy spectacular mountains, alpine backdrops, and traverse the largest ice field in the Rocky Mountains. Learn fasci- River on a thrilling 450-foot suspension bridge, turquoise colored glacial waters in Canada’s original nating information about glaciers and experience the majesty of originally built in 1889. national park. Established in 1885, the Canadian Pa- stepping out onto the glacier. cific Railway was central to the park’s development. Courtesy of Glacier Adventure Glacier of Courtesy Canadian Rockies, Vancouver & Victoria JUNE 19 - 28, 2021 Additional dates may be available Bridge Suspension Capilano of Courtesy Enjoy the splendor of the Canadian Rockies with one night on VIA Rail’s Andi Canadian train. Fouberg We arrive in Vancouver and take Hudson Bay Company in 1843. time to explore the city. Surrounded We view historic sites including the The SDSU Alumni DAY 1: FLY TO CALGARY feet above downtown. Following greet to hear stories and learn about the iconic Mountie uniform followed by water on three sides and nestled Parliament Building on the lovely Association is Upon arrival we check-in to our lunch, we visit Glenbow Museum by a panoramic tour of the Banff area. alongside the Coast Mountain Range, Inner Harbor. Beautiful flower beds an independent, accommodations in Calgary. whose exhibits showcase Western Canadian history, art and culture. Take in breathtaking views during this vibrant city is the largest in British and gardens reflect the area’s passion not-for-profit, non Columbia. We find our adventurous dues association DAY 2: DISCOVER CALGARY We journey through the foothills and lunch at the historic and grand for gardening. A spectacular lunch is side on a walk across the breathtaking that welcomes all In the morning, we spend time learn- up into the mountains to Banff for Fairmont Banff Springs hotel. The prepared for us at the elegant Fairmont Capilano Suspension Bridge. After, graduates, former students, current ing about this spectacular city just two relaxing evenings. B,L afternoon is ours to explore this Empress hotel. We have the afternoon we check-in to our accommodations students, faculty, staff, and friends of east of the Rocky Mountains. After unique mountain town. B,L at leisure to browse in the delightful for the night. B,D South Dakota State to be SDSU Alumni enjoying the highlights of Calgary, DAY 3: BANFF shops or to visit local attractions. L Association members. They strive to relax and savor lunch at Sky 360 Begin the day with a retired Royal DAY 4: COLUMBIA ICEFIELD DAY 7: THE BUTCHART DAY 9: FERRY TO connect alumni to SDSU and each other atop the Calgary Tower, almost 630 Canadian Mounted Police meet and Breathtaking scenery borders our route today along the Icefields Parkway. GARDENS® WASHINGTON through the promotion of the University This beautiful area is famous for the This morning we board a ferry for This morning we depart Victoria by and by providing valuable benefits, Jasper National Park Glenbow Museum glacial blue waters of its many lakes Vancouver Island. We visit The ferry and cross the Strait of Juan services, and resources to members. Explore the Canadian Rockies con- Learn about Alberta’s people and nestled among the mountains. At the Butchart Gardens®, one of the most de Fuca and international border The SDSU Alumni Association has more taining glaciers from the Columbia culture at the art and history museum. Columbia Icefield, we board a giant acclaimed horticultural exhibitions to Washington. We drive along the than 94,000 alumni and friends that Icefield, lakes, springs, mountains, Glacier Explorer that carries us onto in the world. Stroll along pathways Olympic Peninsula before arriving are an influential force in keeping and waterfalls. Athabasca Glacier. We stay in Jasper through wonderfully landscaped in Seattle. Tonight we enjoy a STATE’S traditions alive and advanc- this evening. L theme gardens and enjoy the seasonal Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner ing South Dakota State University. floral displays. See the Ross Fountains at the hotel. D DAY 5: RIDE THE RAILS play its pattern of water displays every Andi joined the Alumni Association staff This morning we board VIA Rail’s four minutes. A delightful lunch is DAY 10: FLY HOME as the President and CEO in 2014. A historic Canadian train and begin included at the gardens. Later, we Bid farewell as we depart for the native of Letcher, SD, Andi is a 1999 our journey to Vancouver in their arrive in enchanting Victoria, the airport. We will long remember graduate of SDSU in journalism and Sleeper Plus cars. Enjoy top-notch provincial capital of British Columbia our incredible adventure through political science. While at SDSU, she service and unforgettable experiences for two relaxing nights. Shops, cafes the Canadian Rockies and was a member of the Pride of the onboard as you roll past the beautiful and interesting attractions are just a western Canada. Dakotas, Alpha Xi Delta, and served landscapes. Savor expertly prepared stroll away. L as Students’ Association President. Andi has traveled to meals in the dining car. L,D Highest Elevation: 6,850 feet DAY 8: VICTORIA 14 countries on 5 DAY 6: VANCOUVER A local guide joins us to tour Victoria, continents. Join her LEISURELY on this wonderful Enjoy an included breakfast on the known for its British atmosphere. ACTIVITY LEVEL train this morning as you awaken. The city began as an outpost for the vacation. Courtesy of Glenbow Museum Glenbow of Courtesy Refer to General Information for details VIA Rail’s Historic Canadian Train Your Experience Includes Our unmatched Holiday Advantage includes ALL accommodations, admission to attractions, Experience breathtaking vistas with Holiday’s relaxing motorcoach transportation, rail transportation, baggage handling at hotels, professional Tour & carefree railroading adventure. Director, and local guides, plus airfare, fuel surcharges, government fees, and airport & departure taxes. Enjoy the full experience of cozy cabins, delicious included gourmet A fully-refundable deposit of only meals in the dining car, and impeccable service. The Sleeper Plus $200 per person will reserve your accommodations offer solo travelers a Cabin for One featuring a sofa space and prices are guaranteed CANADA 1 Jasper ALBERTA chair by day/bed by night and access to nearby restroom & shower BRITISH upon receipt of the deposit. Call us VANCOUVER COLUMBIA Columbia Icefield facilities, and travelers with double occupancy reservations enjoy a today at 888-554-5208. ISLAND Cabin for Two featuring two chairs during the day/upper & lower beds Vancouver 1 1 at night and private washroom. Victoria 2 2 Banff Earn a $100 Holiday 1 Calgary Flights Vacations Travel Credit Motorcoach Ferry 1 View our NEW online travel shows Seattle VIA Rail Train available at holidayvacations.com, WA 1 2 3 # of Overnights keyword sdsu. Cabin for Two 12 Excellent Meals Featuring Attractions & Highlights Price Per Person Cabin for One ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED! Dimensions: 7’ 3” x 5’ • SDSU Welcome Lunch at • Calgary guided tour Dimensions: 6’ 5” x 7’ 5” Double ..............$5899 per person (excluding washroom) Sky 360 Calgary Tower • Glenbow Museum Berth: 5’11” x 2’ 6” Single ..................6799 per person Berths: 5’11” x 2’ 6” • Lunch at the Fairmont Banff • Banff & Jasper National Parks Springs hotel Triple/Quad subject to availability • Mountie Meet & Greet presented ® • Lunch at The Butchart Gardens by Banff Lake Louise Tourism A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S. citizens. Passport cards and • Lunch at the Fairmont Empress hotel • Columbia Icefield Glacier enhanced driver’s licenses are NOT • Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner Experience Tour™ acceptable. in Seattle • Capilano Suspension Bridge Deposit: $200 per person B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner • Two scenic ferry rides Guaranteed Price: Your price is guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit. • ® The Butchart Gardens Final Payment: March 16, 2021 All Accommodations Featuring • Victoria guided tour Full refund 96 days prior to departure • 1 night at the Hilton Garden Inn Calgary Downtown Departure Points Brookings, SDSU • 2 nights in Banff Transportation provided to/from • 1 night in Jasper Sioux Falls Regional Airport. • 1 night aboard VIA Rail’s historic Most Major U.S. Airports Canadian train Call for the nearest applicable • 1 night at the Pacific Gateway Hotel departure airport. in the Vancouver area Departure points subject to change. • 2 nights at the Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria • 1 night in Seattle ©VIA Rail Canada Calgary Insurance Tour Documents Insecticide Use On Aircraft Holiday Vacations recognizes the value and Tour packets will be mailed at least ten days Some countries require aircraft to be treated importance of travel insurance for our customers. before your tour departure date. 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