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Vancouver, Banff & Rockies Summer
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Discover the best of the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day summer tour from Vancouver. Spot the region's iconic wildlife, including elk, bighorn sheep, and maybe even a grizzly bear. Ride the Banff gondola, enjoy wine tasting in the Okanagan Valley and see some of the region's most spectacular scenery, including Lake Moraine, Lake Louise and Bow Falls, ending your trip back in Vancouver.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysStarts
VancouverEnds
VancouverRange
HandpickedTour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guideGroup Size
Min 8 / Max 34Minimum age
6 yrs, accompanied by an adultDeparts
MondaysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsCountries
CanadaArrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoMeals included
Breakfast: 4, Dinner: 1Excellent
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Vancouver!
Day 1 - Welcome to Vancouver!
Vancouver - Revelstoke. Depart downtown Vancouver from Canada Place at 8:30 AM (please arrive by 8:15 AM). Journey through the scenic Fraser Valley and stop in Kelowna for lunch. Following lunch, enjoy included wine tasting at one of the Okanagan’s premier wineries. Visit Craigellachie to see the Last Spike before we reach our accommodation in Revelstoke. There's time to unwind at the hotel or explore the historic downtown.
Day 2 - Revelstoke to Banff
Day 2 - Revelstoke to Banff
Revelstoke - Banff. Start today with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before journeying through Rogers Pass in the morning. Marvel at Emerald Lake, where we have the option to rent a canoe at an extra cost (seasonal). Navigate through the stunning Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Upon arrival in Banff, we check into our accommodation. We'll end the day with an inclusive group dinner.
Day 3 - Leisure time in Banff
Day 3 - Leisure time in Banff
Banff. Begin the day with a gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, where we can admire the spectacular views of the famous Rockies. Next, we'll embark on a scenic tour around Lake Minnewanka and the Two Jack Lake Loop. Explore the townsite of Banff, including sights like Bow Falls, the Hoodoos, and the Banff Springs Hotel. Enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along Banff Avenue or if feeling adventurous, take part in outdoor activities at a discounted rate, such as horseback riding, canoeing on the Bow River, hiking, e-biking, or visiting the hot springs. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure in Banff.
Day 4 - Banff to Blue River/Valemount
Day 4 - Banff to Blue River/Valemount
Banff - Jasper - Blue River/Valemount. After breakfast, we'll embark on a journey along the famous Icefields Parkway, heading towards Jasper National Park. As we navigate the Columbia Icefields, we can appreciate another stunning lake and have the option to participate in the renowned Ice Explorer Glacier Tour (additional cost). Once we reach the mountain town of Jasper, there's free time to purchase dinner. Later, we arrive at the picturesque Blue River.
Please Note: May 5 - September 19 departures will be to Blue River staying in the Mike Wiegele Resort. September 20 - October departures departures will be in Valemount in the Best Western Plus.
Day 5 - Back to Vancouver
Day 5 - Back to Vancouver
Blue River/Valemount - Kamloops - Vancouver. Enjoy our final breakfast this morning. There's an optional River Safari (additional cost) or choose to take it easy at the cabins. We then make our way to Clearwater and stop at Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Provincial Park. We'll make a pit-stop for lunch in Kamloops. It's then time to make our way back to Vancouver, arriving for 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.
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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.
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