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Enjoy a day of leisure in Banff, with many options to play golf, horseback ride, hike, or relax at the hot springs. Look for big horn sheep, deer, bear, and the elusive wolf, perhaps via helicopter on an optional excursion. Next, join us for a day of scenic grandeur. See the natural bridge spanning Kicking Horse River and visit Emerald and Moraine Lakes. Stay overnight at glorious Lake Louise where turquoise waters reflect the peaks of Mount Victoria. Ascend Bow Pass for views of glistening Peyto Lake, then ride aboard the Ice Explorer over the 750-foot-thick ice of the Columbia Icefield. Travel through magnificent Jasper National Park, and arrive at the base of 12,972-foot Mount Robson on your way to Sun Peaks. Follow the routes of the historic Gold Rush and the fur traders on your way to Whistler.
Take the ferry crossing to Victoria for a beautiful visit to Butchart Gardens and sightseeing followed by a day at leisure. Return to Vancouver via ferry, and celebrate your fantastic and affordable vacation in Canada!
Highlights
Sightseeing; Stanley Park
ROCKY MOUNTAINEER 2-day scenic rail journey in SilverLeaf Service
BANFF NATIONAL PARK Orientation tour; stay two nights inside Banff National Park
LAKE LOUISE Sightseeing including Yoho National Park, Natural Bridge, Emerald Lake, and Moraine Lake
COLUMBIA ICEFIELD Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield
JASPER NATIONAL PARK Stay two nights inside Jasper National Park
VICTORIA Sightseeing; visit Butchart Gardens
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches
VANCOUVER
Day1
Welcome to Vancouver! Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
VANCOUVER
Day2
This morning, an included city tour highlights STANLEY PARK, Chinatown, the harbor, beaches, and more. The remainder of the day is at leisure; your Tour Director will have suggestions. You could take a water-taxi to lively Granville Island with its outdoor markets, street musicians, and waterfront cafés, or visit historic Gastown with its steam-powered clock, antique shops, and art galleries!
VANCOUVER-ROCKY MOUNTAINEER-KAMLOOPS
Day3
An exciting morning as you board the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day, all daylight, classic rail journey. The train travels through some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery. Follow the Fraser River through snowcapped mountains, eventually arriving at Kamloops.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
KAMLOOPS-ROCKY MOUNTAINEER-GLACIER NATIONAL PARK-YOHO NATIONAL PARK-BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Day4
Reboard the train and prepare for spectacular sights, such as Shuswap Lake, the Monashee Mountains, and GLACIER NATIONAL PARK. Travel through the heart of the Selkirk Mountains before entering stunning YOHO NATIONAL PARK. The train winds through the Spiral Tunnels before climbing Kicking Horse Pass. Cross the Continental Divide and enter the province of Alberta and BANFF NATIONAL PARK.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Day5
Today is at leisure. Play golf, horseback ride, hike the many wilderness trails in the area, stroll through Banff, or simply relax at the hot springs. Banff National Park is the perfect place for photographers and wildlife watching and as a visitor, you may be lucky enough to encounter some of these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. The national park is home to 53 species of mammals. The most commonly seen are deer and big horn sheep. If the timing is right, you may spot black bears, grizzlies, or wolves. Your Tour Director will also have suggestions for an optional helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies and can offer recommendations for dinner.
BANFF NATIONAL PARK-LAKE LOUISE
Day6
Enjoy a day of scenic grandeur. Travel to Lake Louise and return to Yoho National Park, see the Natural Bridge spanning Kicking Horse River, and visit Emerald and Moraine Lakes. Stay overnight in Lake Louise, where green-blue waters form a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria.
LAKE LOUISE-COLUMBIA ICEFIELD-JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Day7
This morning journey on Icefields Parkway to the COLUMBIA ICEFIELD to ride the Ice Explorer that travels on ice measuring 750 feet thick. Next: JASPER NATIONAL PARK, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. The remainder of your day and evening is at leisure.
JASPER NATIONAL PARK-MOUNT ROBSON-SUN PEAKS
Day8
Stand at the base of awesome 12,972-foot Mount Robson. Travel through British Columbia’s Fur Trade and Cariboo regions for tantalizing glimpses of the soaring granite mountains of Canada’s Rockies. Watch for wildlife as you continue to the internationally renowned Sun Peaks ski resort.
SUN PEAKS-LILLOOET-WHISTLER
Day9
Head south, following the once-treacherous Cariboo Wagon Trail. From Lillooet, “Mile 0 of the Gold Rush Route,” our motorcoach will follow the shores of Seton and Duffey Lakes, with a mid-afternoon arrival in Whistler. There are optional activities to choose from, including flightseeing by floatplane over glaciated peaks or a Gondola ride between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains that creates a perfect bear spotting perch.
WHISTLER-FERRY CROSSING-VICTORIA
Day10
Set sail across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island. In Victoria, sightseeing includes BUTCHART GARDENS, the Empress Hotel, Legislative Buildings, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park.
VICTORIA
Day11
A day at leisure gives you the chance to stroll around the harbor, go shopping on Government Street, or have lunch in one of the many pubs. You may choose to join an optional wildlife and whale watching trip cruising the beautiful waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands, looking for whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles. Your Tour Director will suggest several optional excursions, including a flightseeing excursions with spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria.
VICTORIA–VANCOUVER
Day12
A scenic ferry crossing to the mainland, where the trip ends with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers to Vancouver International Airport are included. Please schedule flights after 1:30 pm.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Irwin's Mountain Inn
Superior Tourist-Class
Conveniently located right on Banff Avenue close to the heart of downtown Banff, we are proud to offer our guests recreation and relaxation opportunities. The El Toro Restaurant serving Breakfast and Dinner, 8 Person Hot Tub, Fitness Centre, Close to Local Transportation, Complimentary guest computer kiosk, available 24 hours, Complimentary Wireless Internet, Coin Laundry, Safety Deposit Boxes available at the front desk, individual Air Conditioning units.
Location
429 Banff Ave, Banff, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Gift Shop
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Internet Access
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Phone
Lake Louise Inn
First-Class
The Lake Louise Inn is nestled in the peaks of Banff National Park and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel features 247 rooms and suites in a collection of lodges set on spectacular wooded setting.
Location
210 Village Road, Lake Louise, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- ATM
- Pool
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Television
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Pay Movies
- Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
Marmot Lodge
First-Class
The Marmot Lodge features a number of services including concierge service, currency exchange, indoor pool, business center, and Embers Steakhouse restaurant. All 107 guestrooms are all equipped with coffeemakers, mini-fridge, hairdryers, and complimentary toiletries.
Location
86 Connaught Drive, Jasper, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Currency Exchange
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Hot Tub
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Pay Movies
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Voicemail
- In-Room Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Daily Housekeeping
- Wake-Up Calls
- Coffee Maker
- Air Conditioning
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Television
- Phone
Nancy Greene's Cahilty Hotel & Suites
First-Class
Surrounded by spectacular mountain views, the hotel features 168 cozy lodge rooms, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, fitness room, business center, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Location
3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Hot Tub
- Business Center
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Beauty Salon
- Parking/Valet
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
Listel Whistler Hotel
Moderate First-Class
This beautiful property is ideally located in downtown Whistler and offers guests a relaxing stay. The hotel features easy access to local surroundings, an outdoor pool, spa, business center, concierge service, and gift shop. All guestrooms are fully equipped with cable television, telephones, refrigerators, in-room safes, and coffeemakers.
Location
4121 Village Green, Whistler, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Wake-Up Calls
- Pay Movies
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Daily Housekeeping
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
First-Class
Located in the center of downtown, the Royal Scot hotel & Suites is just a short walk to Victoria's famous Inner Harbour as well as shopping, dining, entertainment, and attractions. The hotel features an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, game room, concierge service, guest laundry, gift shop, business center, Internet access, restaurant, and lounge.
Location
425 Quebec Street, Victoria, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Room
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Air Conditioning
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Alarm Clock
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Voicemail
