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Dear Traveller Canada is the world’s second largest country by land area while by population it is a long way down the tables - this, for me, is one of its great draws. Together with its neighbour Alaska, it offers open spaces and pristine environments that we can only dream of on our crammed little island. If it’s isolation you crave there’s plenty to be found, but this isn’t the only draw. There are cosmopolitan cities, First Nations culture and wildlife galore, and for those who venture further north, the awe-inspiring Arctic. The resourceful and hospitable Canadians and Alaskans have invented all manner of ways of enjoying their countries, from remote lodges devoted entirely to bear watching, heli-hiking in their immense mountain ranges, sailing to remote islands or riding the range with authentic cowboys. The outdoors can be more sedate, be it painting, fly-fishing or just enjoying a relaxed al fresco meal. There are wonderful places to stay too, from simple log cabins and delightful B&Bs to luxurious boutique hotels, and even five star camping. Our specialists know this region exceptionally well and can help you plan your trip in detail, including those side trips and details that even the guide books don‘t mention. I hope this brochure provides plenty of inspiration and we look forward to showing you Canada, Alaska and the Arctic, we don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Craig Burkinshaw Managing Director Sitka Audley Travel Audley Travel was founded by Craig Burkinshaw with the simple philosophy of offering clients the best possible travel experiences. Craig recognised that the only way of achieving this was to have specialists with detailed, in-depth knowledge of the countries we visit backed by a no-compromise attitude to quality and service. Audley now offers a comprehensive range of programmes throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America, Australasia, Antarctica, Canada, Alaska and the Arctic. Careful Planning Our Canada, Alaska and Arctic specialists have all travelled extensively throughout the region and in some cases have lived there, so you can rely on their knowledge. They have boundless enthusiasm and take an honest “tell it how it is” approach to planning an itinerary, suggesting sights, selecting accommodation and discussing the practicalities of travel. We also insist that they regularly revisit the region, inspect hotels and lodges, and keep up to date with all travel-related issues. We believe this approach is unique to Audley and ultimately ensures that you will have the best possible travel experience. A Journey to Suit You You may wish to travel for all sorts of reasons, whether to explore the culture and history of a region, view wildlife, discover spectacular scenery or simply to relax. For many Audley clients it is a combination of all these, while others have more specialised interests such as photography, rail journeys or walking in magnificent landscapes. Whatever you want from your trip, we can use our detailed knowledge to plan your ideal itinerary. Tailor-made Travel The joy of tailor-made travel is that your complete trip is designed around your own requirements, so you are not tied to the set itinerary of a group. This allows you to explore at your own pace and select accommodation that suits your needs, with our specialist knowledge at your disposal to perfect your travel plans. Throughout the brochure you will find suggested itineraries designed by our specialists to suit the needs of most travellers. Each one can be adjusted to accommodate your specific tastes and interests, or we can plan a completely new trip to match your own requirements. 2
How to plan your journey with Audley We suggest you read through the brochure to obtain a feel for this region’s unique and fascinating travel possibilities. Once you have an idea of the type of trip you want to take, or want some general guidance, call one of our specialists on 01993 838 700. They will answer any questions you have and discuss your travel plans and ideas in detail, making suggestions where appropriate. We will then send you a detailed itinerary complete with maps, accommodation information, colour photographs and a price. Once you have read through the itinerary we will answer any further questions and refine the tour until you are totally satisfied. The booking process starts when we receive your deposit and booking form, at which point we can start to confirm your travel arrangements. The same Audley specialist will be handling your trip from start to finish: please feel free to call them at any time. Contents Introduction 2-13 British Columbia 14-29 Alberta 30-37 Saskatchewan 38-39 Manitoba 40-45 Ontario 46-55 Québec 56-65 The Maritime Provinces 66-79 Arctic Expedition Cruising 80-85 Nunavut 86-89 Northwest Territories 90-93 Yukon 94-97 Alaska 98-115 Financial Security You can book with us confident in the knowledge that we are fully bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority and hold an Air Tour Operators’ License (ATOL 4817). This fully covers all holiday arrangements which begin in the UK. If your arrangements do not begin in the UK, you are protected by our Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) membership. Our ABTA number is W8501. Totem house, Ketchikan Arctic Ocean Anchorage ALASKA Fairbanks Beaufort Sea Baffin Bay Davis Strait Gulf of Alaska YUKON Dawson Whitehorse Juneau NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Yellowknife NUNAVUT Iqaluit Labrador Sea Prince Rupert Atlantic Ocean Pacific Ocean BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver Victoria Banff Jasper ALBERTA Calgary Edmonton SASKATCHEWAN Regina Saskatoon MANITOBA Winnipeg Churchill Hudson Bay ONTARIO QUÉBEC Québec NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND NEW BRUNSWICK NOVA SCOTIA Halifax St John’s 0 300 miles OTTAWA Montréal 0 483 kilometres Toronto 3
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Page 19 and 20: Victoria Harbour Red Crow on the Wa
Page 21 and 22: Beautiful British Columbia Home to
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Page 27 and 28: 28 The Kootenay Rockies Naramata an
Page 29 and 30: Alberta Alberta is home to some of
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Page 35 and 36: 36 Boots and spurs Cowboy Country M
Page 37 and 38: Saskatchewan Saskatchewan offers a
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Page 43 and 44: Sunset on the tundra Churchill and
Page 45 and 46: Ontario This huge province stretche
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54 A polar bear foraging on the sho
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Québec As the largest French-speak
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58 Knowlton in the Eastern Township
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60 Québec City and the St Lawrence
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Fishing boats at the Rock of Percé
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64 Charming sea views Îles de la M
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The Maritime Provinces The Maritime
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Lunenburg waterfront Lunenburg Lune
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70 The Cabot Trail Liscomb Mills Th
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The Hopewell Rocks at low tide New
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West Point Lighthouse Prince Edward
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The Northern Peninsula Newfoundland
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Western Brook Pond Fjord, Gros Morn
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Arctic Expedition Cruising Beyond t
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Nordic village 82 Polar Star Polar
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Breaching bowhead whale Quark Exped
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Nunavut Nunavut is an immense terri
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Arctic Watch Lodge 88 ARCTIC WATCH
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The Northwest Territories Stretchin
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Virginia Falls, Nahanni National Pa
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The Yukon The Yukon is a magical la
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96 Dawson City Dawson City Few plac
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Alaska Alaska is a land of innumera
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Grizzly bears catching salmon at Br
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Stellar sealions Seward The coastal
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Mount McKinley, Denali National Par
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106 Glaciers in Wrangell St. Elias
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108 Humpback whale Skagway No town
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Tlingit totems and fireweed Anan Cr
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112 Snow Goose Alaska Cruises In a
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Fur seals on the Pribilof Islands 1
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New Mill, New Mill Lane, Witney, Ox
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