Tour Wonders Of The Canadian Rockies (17 Days)

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All guests travelling with Costsaver through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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View stunning hoodoos and waterfalls in this UNESCO listed World Heritage Site Admire soaring mountain peaks, majestic Victoria Glacier and the glistening waters of the lake Enjoy a stunning drive down the Icefields Parkway with jaw-dropping vistas at every turn Embark on an introductory sightseeing tour of the city and visit beautiful Butchart Gardens See Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park and Prospect Point Banff National Park of Canada: Banff is famed for its world class UNESCO Heritage Site and National Park of Canada, with glassy emerald green lakes and dramatic vistas, a taste of which you’ll be getting on a sightseeing tour that will take you along Tunnel Mountain Drive, spotting sights such as Cascade Mountain, Mt. Rundle, Bow Falls and the surreal, nature beaten hoodoos rock formations, which have formed their bizarre twisted shapes over years of erosion from water and wind. Icefields Parkway: Athabasca Falls may not be the tallest waterfall in the Canadian Rockies but it is one of the most powerful, due to the sheer volume of water flowing into the gorge from the Athabasca River, fed by the massive Columbia Icefield. Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Many meals included Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences City orientation tours Extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences

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1 Iconic Breakfast (IC) 7 Dinner (D) 7 Breakfast (B) 6 Lunch (L)

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Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa Lobstick Lodge Sun Peaks Lodge Red Lion Inn and Suites Victoria Westin Wall Center Vancouver Airport Holland America MS Zuiderdam

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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Calgary
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Calgary

Welcome to big hearted, fun loving Calgary! A beautiful city packed with trendy restaurants, a lively nightlife scene and all the honky tonk fun you could ever want, Calgary is best known for hosting the annual Calgary Stampede, which happens every July. After settling in to your hotel you’ll meet up with your Travel Director this afternoon, then head out to discover the city for yourself. Need a good coffee to wake yourself up after a long flight? Then the neighborhoods of Inglewood and Kensington should be high on your agenda.
Day 2 Day 2: Calgary – Banff
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Calgary – Banff

Begin the day with an Iconic Breakfast in Heritage Park Historical Village, where you will be met by an interpreter for an overview of Gasoline Alley Museum, the world’s largest public collection of antique vehicles and oil- and gas-related artefacts. Then hit the road in the direction of Lake Louise, one of the most beautiful lakes in North America. The journey is part of the adventure so enjoy watching the changing landscape from the comfort of your seat as the craggy, snow-capped peaks of the Rockies come into view. Continue towards Banff, famed for its world-class national parks, emerald-green lakes and dramatic vistas. You’ll get a taste of all this and more on a sightseeing tour along Tunnel Mountain Drive. Take in sights such as Cascade Mountain, Mt. Rundle, Bow Falls, and the surreal, nature beaten hoodoos rock formations, which have gained their unusual, twisted shapes over years of erosion from water and wind.
Day 3 Day 3: Banff Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Banff Free Time

Waking up today, we hope you’re full of energy! Venture into the stunning wilderness of Banff National Park or, better yet, take advantage of our enticing range of optional experiences to truly appreciate the best of this region. Choose from a variety of helicopter flights (weather dependent) that will have you soaring over iconic sites including the Three Sisters Peak, the Sundance Ranges and the Gloria and Assiniboine Glaciers (weather dependent). Or perhaps you’d prefer to catch the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a bird’s eye view of the six mountain ranges within the Rockies, with glorious Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in the distance. Enjoy golf with a view at Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course or join the Plain of Six Glaciers hike. As an evening option, you can book a Banff Gondola ride including dinner with a view.
Day 4 Day 4: Canmore – Icefields Parkway – Jasper
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Canmore – Icefields Parkway – Jasper

Awaiting you today is the magnificent Icefields Parkway, a striking 232km (144 miles) stretch of road that cuts straight through the backbone of the Rockies, passing ancient glaciers, mountain lakes and broad sweeping valleys. Make your way up to the Columbia Icefield, which covers an area of over 515 square km (200 square miles). Here, you’ll ride the giant Ice Explorer across the Athabasca Glacier before trekking across this massive marvel of nature and filling your water bottle with fresh glacial water. After this unforgettable experience, visit Athabasca Falls and continue to unpretentious, heart-warming Jasper, at the heart of one of the most beautiful, protected wildernesses in the world. Choose to spend an evening at your leisure, or see the "From Jasper With Love” live theater performance.
Day 5 Day 5: Jasper National Park Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jasper National Park Free Time

Today promises to be action packed! Stepping outside and smelling the fresh mountain air, let the prospect of a day exploring beautiful Jasper bring a smile to your face. As the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, your options here are abundant. Perhaps choose a gentle float trip down the Athabasca River (seasonal), with ample wildlife spotting opportunities. Have your heart set on exploring beautiful Maligne Lake? A boat cruise (seasonal) around the largest glacially fed lake in the Canadian Rockies is right for you. If you’re looking to get active, experience the majestic scenery of Jasper National Park on foot during a guided nature hike. Food-lovers can join a Jasper Food Tour or optional three-course dinner followed by a two-hour twilight wildlife tour & interpretive “Horns and Antlers” talk at Becker’s Chalets set along the beautiful Athabasca River.
Day 6 Day 6: Jasper – Sun Peaks
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Jasper – Sun Peaks

Heading out of Jasper today you’ll continue your journey through Jasper National Park, passing towering pine forests, surging rivers, vast waterfalls and alpine meadows on the way. The crowning glory of your journey will undoubtedly be catching your first glimpse of Mount Robson, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most prominent mountain in the North American Rockies and the highest point in the Canadian range. You’ll then finish your journey in Sun Peaks.
Day 7 Day 7: Sun Peaks – Victoria
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Sun Peaks – Victoria

Today you will drive to the coast where you will board a ferry bound for Vancouver Island. After docking at Swartz Bay and making the short drive into Victoria, you’ll no doubt be struck by the English influence of the city. An introductory sightseeing tour will take you along the waterfront district and into the downtown area, passing the Parliament Buildings, Government Street and through Beacon Hill Park so you can really get your bearings. Keen to explore even further? Victoria has more cycle routes than any other Canadian city, so the best way to get around is undoubtedly on two wheels.
Day 8 Day 8: Victoria Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Victoria Free Time

Head to the world-famous Butchart Gardens where you’ll be surrounded by beautiful blossoms and blooms. Stroll through this 55-acre showcase of gorgeous gardens to gain an insight into why it has been named a national historic site of Canada. The rest of the day is yours to explore Victoria your way. Take in all that Victoria has to offer, taking in sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, James and Sydney Islands, and the Saanich Peninsula on the Victoria Panorama tour. Or enjoy a Victoria Whale Watching Excursion and keep an eye out for other local wildlife you might spot along the way.
Day 9 Day 9: Victoria – Vancouver
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Victoria – Vancouver

The outdoorsy, trendy city of Vancouver awaits as you traverse the Georgia Straight by ferry. Regarded as one of the world’s most naturally beautiful cities, Vancouver is framed by dramatic vistas on all sides. Given its proximity to nature, Vancouver residents (and visitors) can ski in the morning and go for a swim in the ocean during the afternoon. You’ll kick off your stay here with a sightseeing tour of historic Gastown, vibrant Chinatown and the green jewel in the city’s crown, the much-loved Stanley Park. You have the rest of the day to explore Vancouver your way before this evening’s optional winery tour and tasting, followed by a three-course dinner at a local restaurant to celebrate an amazing end to your adventure.
Day 10 Day 10: Vancouver – Inside Passage Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Vancouver – Inside Passage Cruise

After you make your way to the iconic Canada Place, board your Holland America cruise liner for a 4.30pm departure that will pass below Vancouver’s spectacular Lion’s Gate suspension bridge.
Day 11 Day 11: At Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: At Sea

Deep fjords, forested islands and snowcapped peaks are your surroundings today as you cruise the Inside Passage.
Day 12 Day 12: Tracy Arm – Juneau
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Tracy Arm – Juneau

High granite walls will surround you as you venture into Tracy Arm Fjord, weaving through the Tongass National Forest to reach the Alaskan capital of Juneau.
Day 13 Day 13: Skagway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Skagway

Gold rush era buildings and spectacular vistas await you in Skagway, the largest city in Alaska that still retains a magical glory days feeling
Day 14 Day 14: Glacier Bay National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Glacier Bay National Park

A UNESCO World Heritage site protecting a unique eco-system of plants and animals, soak in the glacial landscape unlike anywhere else in the world.
Day 15 Day 15: Ketchikan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Ketchikan

Venturing into the ’salmon capital of the world’, enjoy the cheerful atmosphere that surrounds you in Ketchikan.
Day 16 Day 16: At Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: At Sea

Returning through the Inside Passage, soak in the crisp air and phenomenal scenery on your final day at sea.
Day 17 Day 17: Depart Vancouver
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Depart Vancouver

Sailing back into Vancouver this morning, your cruise will end on arrival. Your port arrival is at 9:30 a.m. Please be aware when booking flights. Departure at leisure to Vancouver airport.

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Wonders Of The Canadian Rockies (17 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Wonders Of The Canadian Rockies (17 Days)

Day 1: Arrive Calgary

Day 2: Calgary – Banff

Day 3: Banff Free Time

Day 4: Canmore – Icefields Parkway – Jasper

Day 5: Jasper National Park Free Time

Day 6: Jasper – Sun Peaks

Day 7: Sun Peaks – Victoria

Day 8: Victoria Free Time

Day 9: Victoria – Vancouver

Day 10: Vancouver – Inside Passage Cruise

Day 11: At Sea

Day 12: Tracy Arm – Juneau

Day 13: Skagway

Day 14: Glacier Bay National Park

Day 15: Ketchikan

Day 16: At Sea

Day 17: Depart Vancouver

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