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| POLAR BEARS OF CHURCHILL (85602008)
A 6-Day tour starting from $CALL
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Vacation Overview Arrive in Winnepeg before boarding a flight to Churchill for a six-day, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Each October, more than 1,000 polar bears descend upon this small town in anticipation of the refreezing of Hudson Bay. Discover unspoiled landscapes, clean air, pure water, and the “Land of Nanuk”—the Great White Bear. You’ll have two opportunities on board the famous Tundra Buggy to seek out these unique bears playing, rolling in the snow, and even inspecting the buggy. In addition, visit Churchill Northern Studies Centre for a dogsledding program and Parks Canada Interpretive Centre to learn more about the history, wildlife, and culture of the Churchill area. Title POLAR BEARS OF CHURCHILL |
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Meals 3 breakfasts (B); 2 lunches (L); 3 dinners (D) Transportation Flights include Winnipeg–Churchill, Churchill–Winnipeg; two full days on the world-famous Tundra Buggy; private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring. Hotels Twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling. Listed hotels or equivalent.WINNIPEG Sheraton Four Points (F); CHURCHILL Aurora Inn or Northern Lights Lodge (MF) Guides Services of a professional Tour Director.
Day 1:
Wed. WINNIPEG. Welcome to Winnipeg! Enjoy time at leisure to relax or do some independent exploring. Set on the banks of the Red River, the name Winnipeg stems from the aboriginal word win, meaning muddy, and nipee, meaning waters. Founded by the North West Company, Winnipeg has grown to be a city of approximately 600,000 people. This evening is at leisure. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions. Day 2: Thu. WINNIPEG–CHURCHILL. This morning, board the flight to Churchill, located on the western shore of Hudson Bay. Discover unspoiled landscapes, clean air, pure water, and the “Land of Nanuk”—the polar bear. Upon arrival, enjoy a tour of the town and local area. Visit CAPE MERRY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, established in 1746, and the world-renowned Polar Bear Compound. This afternoon, the tour continues with a visit to the ESKIMO MUSEUM with its collection of Inuit carvings and artifacts that are among the finest and oldest in the world. Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant. (D) Day 3: Fri. CHURCHILL. Board the famous Tundra Buggy and seek out the amazing polar bear. Your guide and driver will use their vast experience to position the buggy for the most advantageous view for photography. See the bears playing, rolling in the snow, and even inspecting the tundra buggy. This unique vehicle is well-heated, washroom-equipped, and has a viewing platform on the back. Lunch is included. (B,L,D) Day 4: Sat. CHURCHILL. After breakfast this morning, visit the CHURCHILL NORTHERN STUDIES CENTRE for a dogsledding program. Learn more about these incredible animals and the important role they play in this region of the world. You will also visit the PARKS CANADA INTERPRETIVE CENTRE, where you’ll learn more about the history, wildlife, and culture of the Churchill area. The remainder of the day is at leisure with time for additional sightseeing, souvenir shopping, or just relaxing. (B) Day 5: Sun. CHURCHILL–WINNIPEG. A second day out on the tundra offers the opportunity to observe the Great White Bear and the relationship it forms with other wildlife species. Late this afternoon, board a flight and return to Winnipeg. (B,L,D) Day 6: Mon. WINNIPEG. The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to Winnipeg Airport.Note: The activities outlined in Churchill are operated as weather and safety conditions permit. We reserve the right to modify the sequence or change the program if weather or safety requires.
Scenic Highlights Winnipeg and Churchill City Highlights In Churchill. Price Details US Prices are for all land arrangements. Cosmos may be able to provide you with flight arrangements.Single Room Supplement: 8560 $170.Triple Room reduction per person: 8560 $56.Guaranteed shares.Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available. CURRENT SPECIALS: Special Offers from Cosmos Discount for young travelers Cosmos grants a 10-percent discount on the land-only price to travelers who are under 18 years old on the departure date, provided they are accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations, we do not accept children under eight years old because we’ve found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Pay less for your second and subsequent vacations Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. We charge you list price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Cosmos trip you take in the same year, you pay US $25 under list price. |
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