Best of Western Canada & the Rockies

10 Day Best of Western Canada & the Rockies

Calgary, Canadian Rockies , Columbia Icefields, Banff, Jasper, Waterton Lake, Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, Vancouver


Trip Begins in Calgary / Ends in Vancouver
From – USD $ 2249

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Day 1 - ARRIVE CALGARY

Welcome to Calgary. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel by our representative   Remainder of the day is at leisure. Should you arrive by 1300 hrs, you will have an opportunity to take an Optional city tour of Calgary

( Option ) Calgary City Tour 

A guided 3 hour tour takes you to explore the city; from the historic site to the newest modern building. (Includes guide service, transportation, and admission)

Highlights

Olympic Plaza, Calgary Tower, Central Library, City Hall, Stephen Ave. Peace Bridge

The Northern Lights
The Northern Lights are the result of collisions between gaseous particles in the Earth’s atmosphere with charged particles released from the sun’s atmosphere. “Aurora borealis”, the lights of the northern hemisphere, means”dawn of the north”. In Roman myths, Aurora was the goddess of the dawn. Many cultural groups have legends about the lights. Many beliefs around the northern lights see the phenomena as a good omen.

Day 2 - BANFF TOWN & BANFF GONDOLA - JOHNSTON CANYON WALK -BOW FALLS

Today you will visit the Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park.

Highlights

Banff  Sulphur Mt. Gondola , Johnston Canyon , Bow Falls , Banff Town

Enjoy a 360º view of Banff from the Sulphur Mountain Gondola 
Johnston Canyon, known for its walking trail throughout the year.
Bow Falls, location of the film “The River of no return” in 1960’s.
Banff TownThe biggest town of National towns, with plenty of shops and restaurants waiting for your discovery.to purchase souvenirs

Day 3 – BOW LAKE – COLUMBIA ICEFIELD -ATHABASCA FALLS – JASPER TOWN

Continue your journey to Jasper National Park, the biggest National Park in Canada.

Highlights

Icefield Parkway, Bow Lake ,  Columbia Icefield , Athabasca Falls , Jasper Town


Icefield Parkway, One of Canada’s national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km (144mi) through the heart of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys

Bow Lake, the headwaters of the Bow River that runs south through the city of Calgary and onto the Oldman River ultimately to Hudson Bay. 

Columbia Icefield, Snow coach and Skywalk ( Option )
Visit the Canadian Rockies and tour over the Athabasca Glacier in a giant Ice Explorer. A once in a lifetime experience. Next, enjoy a breathtaking view of the glacier from The Glacier Skywalk. 

Athabasca Falls, is not one of the highest waterfalls, However, it is rather known for the shear amount and force of the water that flows through it from the Columbia Glacier. 

Jasper Town, is the heart of Jasper National Park. 2nd biggest town in the Canadian Rockies.

Day 4 - JASPER- MALIGNE LAKE & CANYON -PEYTO LAKE – CROWFOOT GLACIER

Today, continue your journey in the Jasper National Park.
                                        

Highlights

Maligne Lake  Cruise , Maligne  Canyon , Peyto Lake , The Crossing , Crowfoot Glacier,


Maligne Lake is the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. You can take an Optional Cruise to enjoy the scenery of the lake. 

Maligne Canyon, carved into the Palliser Formation, a layer of limestone deposited in a shallow tropical sea by lime-secreting plankton about 365-million years ago.
Peyto Lake is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. During the summer, significant amounts of glacial rock flour flow into the lake, These suspended rock particles give the lake a bright, turquoise color (It will be replaced by Waterfowl Lake if it is closed)
The Crossing is a starting point for tours on the Columbia Icefield. It is also the only place for basic services including public bathrooms, gas station and a restaurant.
Crowfoot Glacier, named after its shape when was discovered. A must-see stop with the climate change nowadays. The “Third Toe” was melted and barely visible.

Day 5 – LAKE LOUISE – MORAINE LAKE- YOHO NATIONAL PARK – EMERALD LAKE

Start your journey to Famous Canadian Rockies from Calgary and you will visit the Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.

Highlights

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake / Ten Peaks Valley, YOHO National Park , Emerald Lake

Th beautiful lake Louise is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. Famous photo-stop.
Moraine Lake/Ten Peaks Valley – their waters are the most amazing color, a vivid shade of turquoise that changes in intensity through the summer as the glacier melts. Set in the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks, Moraine Lake is surrounded by mountains, waterfalls, and rock piles, creating a scene so stunning it almost seems unreal.
Moraine Lake open from early June to early Oct. If closed, it will be replaced by the Vermillion Lake

YOHO National Park, named for a Cree expression of awe and wonder, Yoho lies on the Western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Spiral Tunnel is one of the most bizarre feats of engineering to get the grade of a train line to be at or below 2.2%. The current two spiral tunnels where the railroad forms two spirals, crossing beneath itself twice, almost forming a figure eight, before continuing in the proper direction down the mountain were completed in 1909. 

Emerald Lake – its name comes from her green water color.

Day 6 - WATERTON NATIONAL PARK & TOWN – CAMERON FALLS – REDROCK CANYON

Today, we will visit the Waterton National Park, the only park in the world that has three designations – UNESCO World Heritage Site, an International Peace Park and a Biosphere Reserve!

Highlights

Waterton Town , Cameron Falls , Red Rock Canyon , Okotoks Big Rock

Waterton Town, tiny vibrant town site for you to explore
Cameron Falls are the highlight of a Waterton visit. Crystal clear cascading mountain water rushes steadily over 1.5 billion-year-old Cambrian rock, throwing off a delicate mist that dusts the skin of those who stand-around admiring it.

Red Rock Canyon –  The layers of red and green coloured minerals offer a brilliant contrast to each other and the lush surroundings

Buffalo Paddock. is in the specially designated protected area you will have the opportunity to observe the largest mammals of the American prairie from a distance


**IF Buffalo Paddock Not Open, will go Okotoks Big Rock Instead

Okotoks Big Rock lies about 8 km west of the town of Okotoks, Alberta, Canada, formed by dislodged rocks that travelled on top of a glacier thousands of years ago. 

Overnight Calgary

Day 7 - DEPART CALGARY ARRIVE VANCOUVER

Post breakfast check out of your hotel in Calgary.

Head to the airport for your flight from Calgary to Vancouver to continue your journey 

You will be picked up at the airport by our representative and transferred to your hotel for overnight. Remainder of the day at leisure

Overnight Vancouver

Day 8 - VANCOUVER CITY TOUR

Today, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full day City Tour of Vancouver 

Highlights 

Stanley Park ,Granville Island, Gas Town, Chinatown , Canada Place , Capilano Suspension Bridge

Stanley Park is the largest city park in Canada cover 1,000 acre with forest, totem poles and the most spectacular view from Prospect Point
The Granville Island Public Market features a farmers’ market, day vendors, and artists offering local Vancouver goods.
Gas Town is where Vancouver’s economy began. The Historic steam clock will whistle every hour. Tourist may purchase Vancouver souvenirs here

Vancouver’s Chinatown is one of the largest in North America. In 2011 it was named the Canadian Glamorous Historic. We will visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, a tranquil Ming Dynasty-style garden which grows the rarely found black bamboo tree. The Millennium Gate on Pender Street was built in 2000 for China Town’s blooming economy. We will also see the Sam Kee Building, at just 1.5m/6ft wide, it’s the world’s most narrow office. 
Canada Place, the 1986 World Expo site is a Cruise Ship Terminal, with five stars hotel and a convention center. You will also see the “five sails”, one of Vancouver’s landmark
Canada Winter Olympic Park – Photo stop of the 2010 Winter Olympic Cauldron. 
Capilano Suspension Bridge is where you can feel the thrill of walking on a suspension bridge 70 meters above a river where you may find ancient pine trees. Stroll the Cliff Walk to challenge your bravery

( Option ) Vancouver Lookout or Flyover Canada

(Depends on the traffic route on that day / Admission is not included)


(A) Take a glass elevator up 168 meters (553 feet) to enjoy a 360° view that includes Stanley Park, historic Gastown, the Northshore mountains and the vibrant downtown core. Vancouver Lookout has been an iconic element of the city’s skyline since 1977.
OR
(B) Flyover Canada – Experience 4D simulated flight, with immersive effects like wind, mist, and fragrance, and enjoy the stunning scenery of Canada’s four seasons

 

Overnight  Vancouver

Day 9 - VANCOUVER - VICTORIA

scenery along Georgia Strait. On this 95 minutes journey, don’t miss the opportunity to take photos or simply enjoy a cup of coffee at the coffee shop on board. (Ferry time about 90 minutes one way)
                                                 

                                                       Highlights

     BC Ferries , Butchart  Gardens , Victoria Downtown , Afternoon Tea at Butchart Gardens


Visit the world famous Butchart Gardens. The Butchart Gardens – tucked in a serene 130 acres country estate on the southeast corner of BC’s Vancouver Island – is a garden earthly delights in every season. From summer’s sight and sounds to autumns cascade of color to sparkling holiday-magic at Christmas Time, thousands of visitors come here to enjoy different settings of flower shrubs and gardens. (Stop for about 75 minutes)

                          Afternoon Tea at Butchart Gardens ( Option )
You can enjoy an elegant afternoon tea in the exquisite garden restaurant, experiencing an unforgettable sensory feast. Here, classic English afternoon tea is served. Surrounded by vibrant flowers in a lush, green environment, you can leisurely savor your tea as if entering a dreamlike garden world. This is not just a time to enjoy delicious food, but also a peaceful moment of harmony with nature.
*Limited only May 1st to Sep 30th departure

In Downtown Victoria, you’ll discover a vibrant mix of old-world charm and contemporary energy. Here, you can meander through scenic streets lined with historic buildings, savor a variety of delicious local and international cuisines, and soak up the stunning waterfront views. It’s a perfect spot to experience the heart and soul of Victoria, where every corner offers something unique and memorable. 

Tour pick up around 0630-0750AM / Return to hotel around 1900-1930PM

Overnight Vancouver

Day 10 - VANCOUVER - WHISTLER

Whistler, a representative tourist destination in Canada, is a year-round resort located in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia. It takes about a 2-hour scenic drive from Vancouver to reach this destination.

 

Highlights

Shannon Falls Park , Whistler Village  PEAK2PEAK Gondola 


Shannon Falls Park is directly next to Highway 99. It is a popular day-use park offering picnicking, hiking, and access to the well-known trail in Stawamus Chief Park. The tumbling waters of Shannon Falls originate from Mount Habrich and Mount Sky Pilot. They rise 335 m above Highway 99, making this the third highest falls in British Columbia (ranking behind 481 m Della Falls in Strathcona Park and 396 m Hunlen Falls in Tweedsmuir Park). 


Whistler Village  PEAK2PEAK Gondola ( Option )
(Free Time) Enjoy plenty of activities such as mountain-top walks, village strolls, and various activities. Whistler Village offers stunning 360° views, and visitors can enjoy various activities such as hiking, sightseeing, cycling, and golf. The village is a pedestrian-friendly zone with over 90 restaurants and more than 200 unique and distinctive shops to explore with ease. Stay in Whistler, the sister city of Karuizawa, and fully indulge in traditional hospitality and mountain resort experiences. In December 2008, the world’s longest PEAK2PEAK Gondola opened, connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, providing everyone with an opportunity for casual alpine tourism. This gondola spans a total length of 4.4 km in just 11 minutes, reaching the world’s highest point at 436 meters above ground. It also achieves the world’s longest record by connecting approximately 3 km without support pillars. Among the 28 cabins, two feature glass floors, allowing passengers to enjoy thrilling views as they cross the valleys. *Please enjoy lunch on your own

*Gondola will be closed starting from September 23, 2024. The access will not be possible during this time. Guests can freely explore the town. Opening dates for attractions will be announced later. 

07:55AM Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel   Return to Vancouver Airport around 18:00PM 

To board onward flight ( after 9pm )

HOTELS    ENVISAGED   OR   SIM

Calgary – Coast Calgary Downtown

Banff – Banff Aspen Lodge

Jasper – Jasper Inn

Vancouver – Hilton Airport Hotel

Booking must be made and paid for in full 6 weeks prior to departure

Confirmed space is subject to availability upon booking

All Optional Trips must be purchased at time of Booking

Hotel upgrades are available to request at certain hotels

Flight between Calgary and Vancouver is included

Additions

Compulsory Selection

National Park Fee + Daily Breakfast – $ 220pp

 

Optional Tours – Upon Calgary arrival

Calgary City Tour – 3 hrs – $ 89

CrossIron Mill Outlet Shopping Tour -4 hrs – $ 60

Heritage Park – 3 hrs – $ 69 ( Available – May 19 – 01 Sep )

The Calgary Zoo Safari – $ 43

Optional Group Meal – Rockies Area – $ 200pp

4 Lunches ( Asian Cuisine & Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise & Western Set Menu )

Beef/Chicken/Vegetarian – are main dishes which must be pre-selected

This Group Meal does not apply for customers with special dietary requirements

Optional Activity – Banff Area 

Sulphur Mountain Gondola – $ 70

Optional Evening Tours – Banff 

2.5 hr Photo + Wildlife Night Tour ( minimum 4 guests ) – includes transportation

Optional Activity – Columbia Icefield

Package ( Combo ) – $ 100pp ( Ice Explorer ( snow coach ) + Skywalk

Ice Explorer ( snow coach ) – $ 85

Skywalk – $ 45

Optional Admission – Jasper Area  (  Available from May-28 to Oct-10  )

Jasper Maligne Lake Cruise – $ 90

VIP SEAT Upgrade-5 Day

The First 4 rows – VIP Seats – 5 Days  – $ 150pp

Additional Check in Luggage – $50+5% GST per piece

One piece of checked luggage & 1 carryon are permitted for each person

Additions

Vancouver Hotel Upgrade 1 Night – Deluxe Hotel – Hyatt Regency or sim – $ 80pp

Optional Activity – Whale Watching ( May – October )

Before or After the Tour – $ 203pp

Optional  – Flyover  Canada – $ 36pp

Optional Activity – Victoria Butchart Gardens Afternoon Tea 

Available from May – September – $ 67pp

Tea tables will be shared with other guests

Not recommended for guests with special dietary requirements or allergies


Basic Tour Price Includes
 English-Speaking tour guide service
 Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
 Hotel accommodations
 Airport Transfers

Basic Tour Price Excludes
Service charge for the driver and guide ( Suggest CAD$15 per guest per day )
National Park Fee (compulsory selection)
Daily breakfast (compulsory selection)
 5% GST (Goods & Services Tax)
 Optional admissions ( must book at time of reservations )
 Personal expense and meals (lunches & dinners)
Peak2Peak Admission
 Airfare

MONTREAL to BOSTON

CANADA & NEW ENGLAND DISCOVERY CRUISE
MS VOLENDON, HOLLAND AMERICA
MONTREAL to BOSTON
13 JULY 2024 – 7 NIGHTS

From – USD $ 697pp

No.DayDateLocationTime
Day 1 Sat July 13 Montreal: Depart – 3pm Depart 17:00  
Day 1 Sat July 13 Saint Lawrence River: CRUISING ONLY  
Day 2 SunJuly 14 Quebec City: 7am – 4pm Arrive 07:00 Depart 17:00  
Day 3 MonJuly 15 Saint Lawrence Gulf: CRUISING ONLY  
Day 4 Tue July 16 Charlottetown, PE Island – 9am -6pmArrive 08:00 Depart 17:00  
Day 5 Wed Jul-17Sydney, Nova Scotia -8am – 5pmArrive 08:00 Depart 17:00  
Day 6 Thu July 18  Halifax, Nova Scotia – 8am – 4pm Arrive 08:00 Depart 16:00  
Day 7 Fri July 19 Portland, Maine – 11am – 11pmArrive 07:00 Depart 17:00  
Day 8 Sat July 20 Boston – Arriva 7 amArrive 07:00  

OPTIONAL PRE AND POST TOURS

Montreal Highlights

Iconic Notre Dame Basilica
Place d Armes (site of Montreal’s founder )
Explore Old Port Montreal
Wander through Saint Paul street ( paved with cobblestones )
Shop at Complex Desjardins ( downtown Montreal )

Boston Highlights

Visit the famous Quincy Market for Shopping and Eateries
Take a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard
Explore the historical town of Cambridge to visit Harvard University
Stroll along the lively waterfront and maybe indulge in a boat ride

Cruise prices listed above are “from prices,” and are in U.S. Dollars (unless noted otherwise), per person, based on double occupancy, and do not include airfare, taxes, government charges, or any other additional charges.

MONTREAL to BOSTON
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