Calgary, Canmore, Banff, Golden, Kelowna, Vancouver & Whistler
Arrive at Calgary International Airport and head to the Rest Area between Gates 16 and 17 at the International Terminal (Arrivals Level), and meet your local representative, who will escort you to the Airport Shuttle for a transfer to your hotel. Check-in to your conveniently located hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.
Overnight in Calgary.
After breakfast, proceed on a full-day adventure through glaciers and ice fields. Settle into the comfort of your coach to drive to Banff. Turn back time to the Ice Age on your full-day guided Icefield Parkway Tour, which is one of the best things to do in Canada. As you travel along the Icefields Parkway, rated among the world’s most scenic highways, Kick off the tour with a photo stop at Lake Louise, continue along the Icefield Parkway towards the glacier-fed Peyto Lake (visit when access permits), and pause to capture breathtaking photos at Bow Lake. The drive will take you through the heart of Banff and Jasper National Parks on to the Columbia Icefield, the largest ice field and one of the most unique attractions in the Canadian Rockies. Once here, hop on to the massive Ice Explorers (admission included) for an hour-long glacier ride across shimmering ice, with spectacular views of snow-covered alpine mountains. The Glacier Skywalk (included in tour) is a surreal experience that features wildlife, waterfalls, and fossils. Stride along the cliff-edge walkway to the glass-floored lookout, hanging 918 ft (280 m) above the Sunwapta Valley, and capture awe-inspiring views of the valleys, towering peaks, and large cornices and faraway ice fields. After an action-packed day of exploration, get on your coach and travel to Canmore, a picturesque mountain resort town. Check-in to your comfortable hotel.
Overnight in Canmore. (Breakfast)
Another day of beautiful sights and experiences await you today as you head out to explore Banff, which is amongst the most famous attractions in Canada. Your full-day sightseeing tour of Banff includes insights on the history, culture and stories of the Canadian Rockies. Visit the stunning wide-river Bow Falls and climb to the Surprise Corner Viewpoint for fabulous views of the Bow River, Sulphur Mountain and beyond. Proceed along Tunnel Mountain drive through Bow River Valley, and soak in amazing views of Rundle and the imposing Cascade Mountains, which stand tall over Banff. Also, spot the unique Hoodoos, spire-like rock formations carved out by water and wind over centuries, that showcase nature’s power to continually change landscapes.
Enjoy the Banff Gondola ride, one of the most exciting things to do in Canada. Step into the glass-enclosed gondola and enjoy the jaw-dropping view as you soar to the top of Sulphur Mountain at 7,486 ft (2,281 m). At the summit, click photos at the 360-degree observational deck and stroll on the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk. Drive to Golden - a charming mountain town surrounded by six national parks, on a route that covers some interesting places, with photo stops at Spiral Tunnels and the Natural Bridge. Built in 1909 and part of the Kicking Horse Pass National Historic Site of Canada, Spiral Tunnels gets its name from the railway line that tackles the steep rise by creating two large loops under the mountains. On the other hand, the Natural Bridge is an incredible rock formation carved out by the gushing waters of the Kicking Horse River; this also offers great views of the meeting point of the three Emerald, Amiskwi, and Kicking Horse rivers. Check-in to your cozy hotel.
Overnight in Golden. (Breakfast)
Set out on a scintillating drive through Glacier National Park as you transfer from Golden to Kelowna, a city set amid forests, lakes, beaches, orchards, and mountains. Leave Golden and turn on to the Trans-Canadian Highway that cuts through some of the most picturesque sites in Canada. Stop at Revelstoke, a world-class mountain town packed with history, culture, outdoor attractions and warm people. See time stand still with a photo stop at Three Valley Gap Ghost Town, home to old town buildings filled with artifacts, old trains and cars. Visit Canada’s Last Spike, which is the final railway spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway track in 1885 to mark the completion of the transcontinental railway line after five years of construction. Drive to the town of Sicamous, nestled on the banks of the massive Shuswap Lake. Later race along Highway 97A that overlooks the beautiful Mara Lake and hit the town of Vernon, a year-round travel destination, before you finally arrive at Kelowna, which sits pretty on the Okanagan Lake. On arrival, check-in to your hotel and make yourself comfortable or plan your evening at leisure in Kelowna. Choose to explore the downtown area, a cultural district that is home to over a dozen vineyards, a waterfront City Park and lots more.
Overnight in Kelowna. (Breakfast)
Depart Kelowna and wind your way across the Canadian Rockies. Your route will take you past Merritt, the Country Music Capital of Canada, cut through Hope, located at the meeting point of three rivers, and drive along the adventure-filled city of Chilliwack before you arrive at Vancouver, which is filled with some of the most unique things to do on your Canada tour. Check-in to your hotel, and quickly refresh yourself before you head out for a guided city tour of Vancouver. Start with a trip to Granville Island, which was once an industrial wasteland but is now a public space known for its unique artistic talent, shopping markets, incredible food offerings, and entertainment activities. Then, visit to Robson Street, a major shopping and commercial precinct lined with stores and eateries that draw in visitors from all across the world. Uncover the ever-charming Gastown, a historic settlement that was the origin of today’s Vancouver, and marvel at the old buildings, visit the quaint stores, pose against vintage lampposts, and see the famous Gastown Steam Clock. Next, head to Stanley Park, the city’s first green space with several walking and cycling trails, blooming gardens, a miniature train, and the scenic Seawall, and enjoy a photo stop at the Totem Poles that are a showcase of the First Nations’ artistic traditions. Later, get access to the spectacular FlyOver Canada, an incredible multi-dimensional experience that uses state-of-the-art technology, movement, and special effects to give you the feeling of flying over the Great White North, making it one of the most unique things to do in Canada. Your tour also includes a visit to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, which features breathtaking nature trails, a canyon walk, treetop adventures, and a stroll on the 130-year-old suspension bridge.
Overnight in Vancouver. (Breakfast)
Today set out to explore Whistler, an outdoor adventure playground that counts among the most popular tourist destinations in Canada. Enjoy tidbits on various sights and fun experiences along the way. Depart Vancouver and travel along the very popular Sea To Sky Highway, which offers plenty of gorgeous views with the sea on one side and the mountains on the other. En route to Whistler, break for a photo stop at Shannon Falls, which is British Columbia’s third-highest waterfall at a height of 335 m. Get on the wooden boardwalk for a close-up view of the waterfall, which is famous for its rock climbing and nature trails. Continue to the town of Squamish and enjoy a fun Sea To Sky Gondola ride (admission included). Soar through the sky to Summit Lodge, which offers unparalleled views of the brilliant blue waters of Howe Sound, the Coast Mountains, and a bird’s eye view of Squamish. The three viewing platforms, the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, rock climbing adventures, and backcountry trails makes this the most popular stop on your Sea To Sky journey. Arrive at Whistler, an all-time favorite with visitors offering an eclectic mix of fun events and family-friendly outdoor experiences all through the year. Wind up your full-day tour with a transfer back to your hotel in Vancouver, where you can unwind for a well-deserved night of rest.
Overnight in Vancouver. (Breakfast)
Today we head back home after a fun filled and wonderful tour. Check-out after breakfast and head for the airport for your flight home. We hope you carry some wonderful and magnificent memories of your holiday and request you to spare a few minutes, in giving us a feedback about your holiday. (Breakfast)
ACCOMMODATION
01 night at Hotel Hyatt Place Calgary Airport or similar in Calgary
01 night at Hotel Canmore Inn & Suites or similar in Canmore
01 nights at Hotel Days Inn Golden or similar in Golden
01 night at Hotel Comfort Suites or similar in Kelowna
02 nights at Hotel Sandman Airport or similar in Vancouver
MEALS
Daily Continental Buffet Breakfast (includes bread, butter, jam, cereals, juice, milk, tea and coffee).
DEPARTURE DATES
December 2020: 12
January 2021: 15
February 2021: 14
March 2021: 20
Boarding from | Adult on Twin share | Child without bed below 12 years | Child with bed below 12 years |
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Per Person | USD 1,515 | USD 1,940 | USD 1,190 |
* Please contact us for current offers.
• Single Room Supplement: USD 680
• Triple Room Reduction: NILL
* Government Service Tax & TCS applicable over and above the tour cost mentioned.
Multiple entry Canada visa.
NOTE
The third person in a Triple room might not be provided with an extra bed or cot in some of the hotels, they may be provided only with a rollaway bed.
Panoramic/ Orientation city tour means view from your coach of the sights and monuments as you drive past. No visit to the sights/monuments and no photo stop might be provided.
Due to operational issues on some days, there might be packed meals offered.
Services of our Tour Manager or local representatives will be available while on tour.
Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However, you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary.
Certain sightseeing and excursions may not operate on public holidays.
The cost of the Passport, POE charges, etc.
Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry, wines, mineral/bottled water, food & drink not in the regular menus provided by us, mini bar and telephone calls.
The Mandatory driver tip of USD 05 per person per day is not included in the tour cost.
Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.
Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the ‘What your tour price includes’.
High season surcharge applicable for Christmas & New Year advised over and above tour cost mentioned.
Government Service Taxes and other taxes as applicable