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Christmas Vancouver, Banff & Rockies

5 days

Spend a memorable Christmas in the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day escorted tour from Vancouver. Enjoy wine tasting and a cultural First Nations talk and spend two nights amongst the dramatic scenery of Banff. Enjoy a magical Christmas Day sleigh ride and a group Christmas dinner, toast marshmallows around a campfire in Golden and opt for a variety of fun seasonal activities including ice skating, skiing and snowboarding before ending your festive journey back in Vancouver.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

5 days

Starts

Vancouver

Ends

Vancouver

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 8 / Max 34

Minimum age

6 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Mondays

Hotel Rating

3-4 star hotels

Countries

Canada

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 4, Dinner: 1
Per person from
USD$1,525.00
Total From
USD$3,050.00

Tour Highlights

Kamloops - Indulge in a selection of premium wines in the Okanagan Valley, and experience an educational talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band, providing entertaining stories and legends
Banff - Celebrate Christmas in Banff! Participate in winter activities, sightseeing, shopping, enjoy an authentic sleigh ride through winter wonderland, and finish with a festive Christmas dinner
Golden - Enjoy free time in Golden, and indulge in s'mores, creating memories around the campfire
Revelstoke - Explore the beautiful Emerald Lake and Lake Louise and embrace the serene views and atmosphere, with the opportunity for ice skating

Included

4 breakfasts, 1 dinner
4 nights 3-4 star hotels
Escorted by an experienced, friendly and fun tour guide
All relevant transportation in a private minibus or coach
Scenic sightseeing stops enroute
Sleigh ride through winter wonderland
All park passes
Admission to the Okanagan Valley winery tour
Authentic Indigenous experience: storytelling around a campfire
Traditional Canadian campfire & s'mores
One piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag per guest
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights & visas
Airport transfers
Travel Insurance
Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
Optional activities
Items of a personal nature
Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Vancouver!

Vancouver - Kamloops. Depart from Canada Place in Vancouver at 8:00 am (please arrive by 7:45 am). The exciting journey begins here! Our friendly tour guide will begin with introductions and various games to help break the ice. They will share intriguing facts as we leave the city and head towards the mountains. Marvel at sights enroute, including the scenic Coquihalla Highway, Bridal Falls, and Canada’s only desert.

We then stop in Kamloops for a local Canadian lunch. Following lunch, enjoy wine tasting at one of the Okanagan’s premier wineries. Check into the charming riverside accommodation and unwind. Finally, to top a fantastic first day off, partake in a First Nations Cultural Talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band. An Indigenous Cultural Host will share engaging stories and legends around a campfire.

Overnight: Kamloops

Day 2 - Kamloops to Banff

Kamloops - Banff. Enjoy a complimentary hotel breakfast to fuel us for the day ahead. We then depart from the hotel in the morning and navigate through the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park. We'll pay a visit to Roger's Pass National Historic Site and Emerald Lake before exploring Lake Louise, with optional ice skating (seasonal).

We continue our journey to Banff and once there, there's time to check into the hotel. Once settled, enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along Banff Avenue, and make sure to dine at one of the many restaurants.

Overnight: Banff
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Christmas in the Rockies!

Banff. Celebrate Christmas in the heart of the Rockies!

Start your festivities with breakfast at the hotel. We then embark on a scenic sleigh ride through a magical winter wonderland. We proceed to a guided driving tour of Banff with sightseeing including Bow Falls, HooDoos, and more.

The rest of the day is for leisure, with opportunity to explore the local area, or, if feeling adventurous, book an optional activity. Take in the sights from Sulphur Mountain by way of Gondola (additional cost). There are also numerous winter activities such as ice walking, snowshoeing, or skiing/snowboarding for those feeling brave. Finally, wrap this magical day up with a delectable Christmas dinner, creating special memories with the rest of the group.

Overnight: Banff
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Winter activities in Banff

Banff - Golden. Start the day with complimentary breakfast. Decide whether to go skiing/snowboarding, or simply relax and spend the day in Banff. In the afternoon, we will journey towards Golden. Upon arrival, check into the hotel, and unwind using the hotels amenities for the rest of the evening, with free time for dinner. Finish the evening with a group campfire and learn how to make authentic s'mores.

Overnight: Golden
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Back to Vancouver

Golden - Vancouver. Tuck into our final breakfast at the hotel before departing Golden. We make a stop at Craigellachie, the site of the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Throughout the journey, pass time with onboard entertainment. Schedule permitting, we return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 PM.

Please note: The tour itinerary may be adjusted at the time of travel due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather, road closures, and traffic.

Meals: Breakfast

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 8 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. ROOM SHARE OPTION: If you are a solo traveller and happy to share of room then you can pay the ‘Twin Share’ price and we will pair you up with another solo traveller of the same gender.

2024
Double
Single
23 Dec - 27 Dec
$1,525
$2,045

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