Independent Vacations - You can enjoy the security of travelling with a large, established tour company yet still have the flexibility of an independent travel itinerary. A Brewster vacation package has all the convenience of an escorted tour, yet our guests are entirely independent and free to discover the Canada of their dreams. Brewster's Independent Vacations offer the best of both worlds!

Learning Isn’t Just for Kids!
Who would have thought that a couple of boy’s 12 and 10 years old, back in 1892 would foresee a demand for adult learning vacations in the 21st century?

The Brewster legacy began over 110 years ago when visitors were safely guided on horseback to wondrous and secret places that are now protected national parks. The two Brewster brothers, Bill and Jim, recognized that just taking people to remarkable locations wasn’t enough. They needed to share its secrets and educate guests in the hope that they would gain a far deeper sense of its grandeur. It wasn’t just a sightseeing outing; it was an enhanced experience. This remains the cornerstone of our business today.

"The foundation of our motorcoach product is the interpretive aspect of touring in the Canadian Rockies," says Jim Fraser, Brewster’s vice president of planning and marketing. Brewster’s driver/guides take extensive training in the natural and human history of the Canadian West, but their enthusiasm for the wildlife, the people, and the mountain environment goes far deeper. As mountain climbers, skiers and naturalists – they’ve gained a profound understanding of the west. They love this land and its shows in their enthusiasm to share their understanding of its life and lore with Brewster passengers.

A visitor from the U.K. wrote: "Our driver/guide’s knowledge of Jasper and Banff was outstanding. He also seemed to make wildlife appear as if he had ordered them. Unbelievable!"

Before you Go

MEALS
Modified American Plan (MAP) includes breakfasts and dinners as noted, and lunches where specified. Beverages, bar items, and room service are not included and are your responsibility. Note: European Plan (EP) does not include meals unless specified.

GRATUITIES
All hotel baggage gratuities and gratuities on included meals are included in package price. Driver/guide, transfer driver and all other train station Red Cap gratuities are not included.

SEATING and BAGGAGE
Motorcoach seating is not reserved or assigned.

Includes: Two days rail travel and one night accommodation in Kamloops, British Columbia, transfers to and from Kamloops hotel, all on-board meals (RedLeaf Service).

Note: All packages include RedLeaf Service. For GoldLeaf Service or deluxe programs please inquire about upgrade rates.

Meals:
Continental breakfast, lunch and snacks are served daily on board the train.

Baggage: RedLeaf passengers will NOT have access to checked baggage in Kamloops. A single overnight carry-on bag MUST be carried on.
Exception: GoldLeaf passenger’s carry-on bag must not exceed 60 cm x 41 cm x 25 cm (only GoldLeaf passengers have access to the dome car).

Beverage Service: Complimentary except for alcoholic beverages, which may be purchased on board the train. A full time attendant will be present selling beverages and souvenirs.
GoldLeaf - Alcoholic beverages are included in package price.

Smoking: Not permitted on the train.

Seating: Assigned seating is available at the station when you board the train.

Kamloops Accommodation: will be assigned by the rail company 3 days prior to departure. All Kamloops accommodation is "moderate" class only.

Includes: On-board accommodation in bedrooms or roomettes for deluxe category and upper or lower berths for moderate category.

Meals: Are included as part of our tour packages on-board VIA Rail’s "Silver & Blue."

Baggage: As luggage storage in the passenger car is limited, we recommend guests take only two pieces of carry-on luggage. The larger bag must not exceed 61 cm x 41 cm x 25 cm. Passengers will NOT have access to checked baggage during the trip.

Smoking: 100% Non Smoking