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The Snowtrain

This is a truly unique look at Algoma Central country, clad in its mantle of snow and adorned with sparkling diamonds of ice. Gone are the greens of summer and the fiery colours of fall, the brilliant white of winter is everywhere.

Your journey begins at the depot in downtown Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada (Just a few minutes from Sault Ste. Marie, MI). As the train pulls away from the depot you will pass through the city's industrial area, but within minutes the forests will begin to take over, offering a very unique contrast.

As the train winds its way northward, a rugged winter wonderland will unfold before you. Snow laden trees will give way to panoramic views, towering trestles, snow-choked rock cuts, frozen lakes and waterfalls transformed into fantastic ice sculptures by the cold breath of winter.

Your tour is narrated and our on board tour attendants will share some of the history of the region and the Ojibway, miners and loggers who called this rugged wilderness home. They will also make sure you have plenty of time to get your cameras ready as the many scenic points of interest roll past your window.

At mile 102 you will begin to descend 500 feet over the next twelve miles to the floor of the famous Agawa Canyon, where the locomotives will be switched for the return trip. Unfortunately, due to low temperatures and snow accumulation, passengers are not able to detrain at Agawa Canyon.

You will experience all of this, nestled comfortably in your reclining seat as the warmth of your picture-window coach keeps 'old-man-winter's' subzero temperatures at bay.

Whether you've traveled with us in a warmer season or are joining us for the first time, we are sure this unique one day rail excursion will leave you in awe of the majestic power and beauty of a Canadian winter.

2009 Schedule

In Effect: January 31st to March 7th, 2009

SATURDAY'S: January 31st to March 7th, 2009
	Departs Sault: 8:00 a.m.	Arrives Canyon: 12:15 p.m.
	Departs Canyon: 12:35 p.m.	Arrives Sault: 5:00 p.m.

2009 Fares

Coach

	CDN
Adults (19+)	$70.00
Seniors (60+)	$61.00
Child / Youth (5-18)	$40.00
Children Under 5 Yrs	$25.00
Babes In Arms	Free

The Railway cannot be held responsible for delays and/or cancellations

For information on groups of 25 or more, contact the Railway and ask to speak to one of our Group Tour Representatives.

Accommodations with Package Deals for the Agawa Canyon Snow Train

Best Value Inn –Toll Free 1-800-230-5940 or visit www.saultbestvalue.com/

Best Western Sault Ste. Marie - Toll Free 800-297-2858 - or visit www.bwsault.com/

Budget Host Crestview Inn –Toll Free 800-955-5213 - or visit www.crestviewinn.com/

Comfort Inn - Toll Free 866-621-1240 - or Click Here

Days Inn - Toll Free 800-241-2495 - or Click Here

Holiday inn Express - Toll Free 800-632-7879 - or visit www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/ssmex?_requestid=721830

Ramada Plaza Ojibway Hotel - Toll Free 800-654-2929 - or visit www.waterviewhotels.com/

Travelodge - Toll Free 800-578-7878- or click here

For Coach tickets by TELEPHONE please contact a customer service representative toll free at 1-800-242-9287 and be prepared to give your Visa or Mastercard number and expiry date. You will receive a confirmation of your booking and payment via mail.

Our ticket office is open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and tickets may be picked up one day prior to or on the morning of departure (please have your booking confirmation). Tickets are reserved by Coach, but seating is open and we recommend arriving prior to 7:30 a.m. on the morning of departure to ensure your seating requirements are met. If tickets are not purchased in advance, remaining searts will go on sale the day prior to and on the morning of train departure, subject to availablility.

CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations will be accepted up to 14 days prior to tour date. Cancellations received LESS than 14 days prior to tour date are subject to a 10% cancellation fee. We will accept requests for changes in tour date up to two days prior to your original travel date, at no additional charge, subject to availability. Only one date change is permitted, if date change cannot be accommodated then cancellation policy takes precedence.

ON-BOARD SERVICES

DINING CAR SERVICE
Continuous dining car service available from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and includes breakfasts, hot and cold lunches, box lunches, cold drinks, coffee, tea, beer, wine and mixed drinks. There are also cafe coaches located throughout the train offering light lunches and beverages. Those wishing to bring their own food are welcome to do so. Personal alcohol is prohibited by law.

TOUR ATTENDANTS
Tour attendants go from coach to coach and will be glad to answer any questions or lend assistance.

SOUVENIR MAGAZINE
Each passenger receives a glossy souvenir magazine that highlights the Railway, the tour, Sault Ste. Marie and the region. Includes points of interest route map and city map.

PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES
The railway has a coach equipped for passengers with disabilities including an area for wheelchairs to be secured or if passengers want to be transferred to a seat the wheelchair can be stored.
Please note the Railway does not have the capabilities to handle motorized wheelchairs or scooters

Wheelchairs should be collapsible and not more than 26" wide (outside wheel to wheel).
Washroom has enlarged door opening to accommodate wheelchairs.
Tour attendants work out of this coach and are generally available for assistance.
Wheelchair lifts are available at depot in Sault Ste. Marie depot for entraining and detraining. Assistance provided by ACR personnel.

PLEASE INFORM PASSENGER SALES OF SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS WHEN MAKING YOUR TICKET BOOKING.

The Railway cannot be held responsible for delays and/or cancellations.

Agawa Canyon, Tour of the Line, and Snow Train tickets can be booked online.
www.agawacanyontourtrain.com/scripts_live/reserve/MakeReservation.cgi

For more information call: 1-800-242-9287.