Heart of the Canadian Rockies
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- Round-trip economy class airfare into Calgary (YYC), out of Vancouver (YVR)
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar: 1 night in Calgary at the Sandman Hotel Downtown Calgary City Centre
- 2 nights in Banff National Park at the Bow View Lodge
- 2 nights in Jasper National Park at the Marmot Lodge
- 1 night in Kamloops at The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre
- 2 nights in Victoria at the Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
- 1 night Vancouver at the Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown Guided sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following: Tour of Calgary with visits to the Canada Olympic Park and the Saddledome
- Banff National Park & Lake Louise
- Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield
- Orientation Tour of Jasper National Park
- Tour of Victoria with visit to Butchart Gardens
- Tour of Vancouver with visit to Stanley Park Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Round-trip ferry to Vancouver Island
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges *Note:Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.Single rooms are not available on this package. **Note: Starting in 2022, porterage will no longer be offered on this tour. Travelers will be responsible for transporting their own luggage for the duration of their tour. We think this escorted tour is an amazing experience and we hope you will too! However, we want you to be aware that some of the accommodation included in this package may not have the same amenities you’d normally expect from one of our escorted vacations. For instance, some lodges may not have air-conditioning, television, Wi-Fi, etc. This is due to their location within National Parks and other remote locations which we feel offer a much more authentic experience. So go on, unplug and enjoy the view!
Itinerary
Touch down in Calgary! Upon arrival, make your way to your first hotel. Spend the night settling in and getting to know the area! Should you have any questions, your tour director will be on-hand in the late afternoon.
Once a rural ranching town, Calgary has been transformed into a beautiful buzzing city! Today, enjoy a tour of the city's main attractions, including Canada Olympic Park. In the afternoon, you'll take a scenic drive through the foothills and into breathtaking B...
Feel your eyes widen as you wake up to Banff's stunning scenery. This National Park is chock full of activities like hiking, boating, and fishing! Enjoy a free day to explore as you please.
Remember that your tour director will be around for tips and suggestions!
Grab your camera and get ready for a day of scenic grandeur. First stop: Lake Louise! The turquoise waters of this frequently photographed lake create a natural mirror that reflects its surroundings. It looks just like a painting!
Next, you'll stop at the...
Rise and shine! Gawk at the soaring mountains that surround you and breathe in fresh pine air. Today is yours to spend as you please.
You might want to join an optional excursion to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island! Other options include hiking, spotting wildlife, and meandering through quaint shops.
Wave goodbye to Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies! Continue on the Yellowhead Highway along the mighty Thompson River and keep your eyes focused out the window on spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains.
Upon arrival in Kamloops, settle into your hotel and enjoy a good night's rest.
Watch the vegetation change from desert landscape to lush alpine forests as you travel through British Columbia's Coast Mountain Range to its majestic Pacific coastline. This morning, board a ferry for the spectacular crossing to Vancouver Island! Enjoy sightse...
Feel free to sleep in; the day is yours to spend as you please! Today, you might want to join an option wildlife and whale-watching trip through the beautiful waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands.
If you decide to stay in the city, check out sites like Craigdarroch Castle and the Parliament Buildings.
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the spectacular Gulf Islands! Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy guided sightseeing, including Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, and other iconic landmarks.
The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure. Stroll down Robson Street and experience the city's hub of shopping, culture, and entertainment!
Kiss the beauty of the Canadian Rockies goodbye as you make your way to the airport. Spend your flight home replaying wonderful memories and dreaming about your next adventure!
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