canada·Multi-day tour·13 days
13-Day Iconic Rockies and Western Canada Tour from Vancouver: Victoria, Whistler and Banff | 1 Country and 13 Cities | 12 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Explore Columbia Icefield Adventure
• Discover Vancouver, Victoria
• Visit Local Vancouver Island Ciderhouse, Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Sea-to-Sky Gondola in Squamish, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Maligne Canyon, Kamloops, Mount Robson Visitor Center
• View Stanley Park Totem Poles in Vancouver, Murals of Chemainus, Seton Lake, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner in Banff, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls, Mount Robson
• Cruise across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island
• See Glacier National Park of Canada, Yoho National Park, Section Lake
• Discover Vancouver, Victoria
• Visit Local Vancouver Island Ciderhouse, Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Sea-to-Sky Gondola in Squamish, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Maligne Canyon, Kamloops, Mount Robson Visitor Center
• View Stanley Park Totem Poles in Vancouver, Murals of Chemainus, Seton Lake, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner in Banff, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls, Mount Robson
• Cruise across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island
• See Glacier National Park of Canada, Yoho National Park, Section Lake
13 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Home - Vancouver
Tackle the 'Great Outdoors' on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown - 2
Day 2 — Vancouver - Victoria
This morning, delve into the historic neighborhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Grand Pacific, Victoria - 3
Day 3 — Victoria
Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry.
After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria Whale Watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Butchart Gardens
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Grand Pacific, Victoria - 4
Day 4 — Victoria - Chemainus - Whistler
See the vivid murals of Chemainus, which started in 1981 and have since become the world's leading community-driven art experience. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa - 5
Day 5 — Whistler - Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center - Whistler
Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the center, enjoy your time at leisure.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa - 6
Day 6 — Whistler - Sun Peaks
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we'll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Sun Peaks
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Sun Peaks Lodge - 7
Day 7 — Sun Peaks - Banff
Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada's highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Glacier National Park
Yoho National Park
Golden Skybridge
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Banff Park Lodge - 8
Day 8 — Banff
Your morning is at leisure, perhaps do an optional gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning, you will have your orientation tour of Banff National Park. This evening, Dive into Culture and meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Banff National Park
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Banff Park Lodge - 9
Day 9 — Banff - Athabasca Glacier - Jasper
Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Athabasca Glacier
Icefields Parkway
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Forest Park Hotel, Jasper - 10
Day 10 — Jasper
Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn about the significance of curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients and listen to stories over dinner.
Maligne Lake
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Forest Park Hotel, Jasper - 11
Day 11 — Jasper - Mount Robson - Kamloops
Admire Mount Robson – the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. End the day in the Tournament Capital of Canada, Kamloops. Though the city is known for hosting competitions, take it easy and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Mount Robson
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: South Thompson Inn & Conference Center, Kamloops - 12
Day 12 — Kamloops - Vancouver
Drive from Kamloops, past dramatic mountainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown - 13
Day 13 — Vancouver - Home
Our dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 12-night hotel accommodation
- 12 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Trip Highlights: Vancouver Island Cider Tasting, Vancouver Sightseeing, Stanley Park Totem Poles, Victoria Orientation, Grand Pacific, Visit Butchart Gardens, Scenic Drive along the Sea to Sky Highway, Soar aboard the Sea to Sky Gondola, Visit the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center, See Seton Lake, Drive through Glacier National Park of Canada, Drive through Yoho National Park, Visit Golden Skybridge, Meet a Mountie, Banff Sightseeing, Visit Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield Adventure, Icefields Parkway Drive, Warrior Women, Guided Maligne Canyon Walk, Maligne Lake Cruise, View Mount Robson
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
- Travel insurance
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–62 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 62 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 63+ days before | 200% | Cancellation Made 63 or more days prior to departure, only $200 charge handling fee by person |
Read the full cancellation terms
Booking Changes
Costs for booking may be incurred. Costs and charges may increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made. We will try to make your requested change, but it may on occasion not be possible.
Costs for booking may be incurred. Costs and charges may increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made. We will try to make your requested change, but it may on occasion not be possible.
Important info
Special notes
- Important info:
- The highest elevation point for this guided vacation is 10000 ft. / 3050 m.
- Guests MUST have a valid Passport to enter Canada, with at least 6 months validity from the return date from Canada. US Passport Cards are ONLY acceptable for land crossing NOT flight arrival.
- Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity after return date are required and are at your expense.
- Non-US citizens please check if visas are needed with your nearest consulate.
- Day 1 is the start date and first hotel night included with the journey. Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
- To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure. - Travel insurance:
- We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip.
- Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. - Luggage:
- Travelling with the local operator entitles each guest to travel with one suitcase not exceeding 23kg (50lbs) in weight, with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30” x 18” x 10”). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14 cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Telescopic handles or wheels not permitted.
- Internal flights: Luggage allowance is limited to 1 piece per person (maximum of 20Kg/44lbs) and 1 hand luggage per person (maximum of 7Kg/15lbs).
- We strongly recommend that you test the weight of your baggage prior to travel. You should be able to lift and comfortably transport it for short distances.
- Baggage allowances vary from airline to airline and you should check with your chosen carrier for details prior to travel. - Border crossings and visa requirements:
- Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country more than once on your holiday.
- Guests are advised that only the countries you plan to visit can provide up-to-date information about their specific visa requirements. Guests should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the countries they plan to visit well in advance of travel. Please check your itinerary carefully. Remember that requirements vary based on a passport's place of issue and that the process can take time.
- Check that multi-entry visas have the correct entry dates and destinations before you travel. Please be aware that with some itineraries, you may travel through a country without making an overnight stop. If this happens on your itinerary, you will still need a visa to enter/exit the country.
- Please ensure that you carry proper identification with you at all times, as border crossings will need to see your entry documents and passports. Usually crossing borders is a very straightforward process that is managed by your Travel Director. However, be advised that you may be required to open your luggage and answer simple questions about the length of your stay, purpose of travel, etc.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 - 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 - 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
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