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12 Days Canadian Rockies and British Columbia Vacations and Luxury Tour Packages
Duaration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Priced From: $4,040
Dates: May - Sep
This comprehensive Alberta and British Columbia travel adventure combines the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies with the charms of the far west of Canada. Explore the Pacific coastal cities of Victoria and Vancouver before setting off for the adventures that await you in Canada's majestic mountains. Stay in world-famous hotels set in the midst of Canada's finest national parks and see nature's wonders as an insider. Ride a jet boat through amazing scenery and ride on the surface of a mighty glacier. Many wonders await your discovery.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Welcome to the Emerald City
Tour begins: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport at 1:30 p.m. En route to your hotel, see some of the sites for which Seattle is best known. We invite you to meet your fellow travelers at a welcome reception and dinner this evening.
Meals: Dinner
Lodging: The Westin Seattle, Seattle, WA
Day 2 – British Columbia beckons
Travel by boat across Puget Sound to Washington's scenic Olympic Peninsula for lunch. Continue on by ferry to Vancouver Island and the lovely city of Victoria, British Columbia's provincial capital.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Delta Victoria Queen Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa, Victoria, BC
Day 3 – Butchart Gardens in bloom
Fifty-five acres of stunning floral displays await your exploration at world-famous Butchart Gardens. Later, explore the delights of Victoria, a bit of Britain on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Visiting lovely Victoria is a highlight of British Columbia travel.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Delta Victoria Queen Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa, Victoria, BC
Day 4 – Vancouver visions
Between Vancouver Island and the city of Vancouver lie the beautiful Gulf Islands. Ferry among them on your way to one of Canada's most breathtaking cities. See Vancouver's Prospect Point, Stanley Park and historic Gastown as you enjoy the city's cosmopolitan ambience on a sightseeing tour; rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver, BC
Day 5- Ride the rails to Whistler
Our takes pride in providing special experiences that other British Columbia travel adventures may not. Board the Whistler Mountaineer today for a wonderful rail journey along the Sea to Sky corridor's spectacular scenery to Whistler, Canada's renowned year-round resort area. Choose between an exciting gondola ride to the top of Whistler Mountain or a guided nature walk to acquaint you with the flora and fauna of the mountain.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Whistler, BC
Day 6 – British Columbia's high desert country
Experience another side of western Canada as you traverse the fertile Pemberton Valley and enter the high-desert interior of British Columbia. Arrive in the quaint community of Blue River, surrounded by glacier-fed lakes, pristine forests and majestic mountain peaks, for a one-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mike Wiegele's Hotel, Blue River, BC
Day 7 – Scenic wonders of Western Canada
A jet boating adventure should be a part of all British Columbia travel, and Our is pleased to include just such an exciting experience for your enjoyment today. Then, journey through the Yellowhead Pass to Canada's highest mountain, lofty Mount Robson, and onward to a two-night stay in Jasper National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper National Park, AB
Day 8 –Sample the joys of Jasper National Park
Enjoy a day at your leisure to take advantage of the many optional activities available to you in this lovely wilderness park. Outdoor options range from golf to hiking to white water rafting on the Athabasca River and more. Perhaps, you'd rather visit the picturesque nearby town of Jasper or avail yourself of the soothing services of the Lodge's spa.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper National Park, AB
Day 9 – Incredible Icefields Parkway
Lucky travelers who choose British Columbia travel adventures such as this that travel the scenic Icefields Parkway have a treat in store. After journeying among waterfalls, hanging glaciers and snow-capped mountains, savor the unique thrill of riding on the Athabasca Glacier in an Ice Explorer . Your accommodations at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be the perfect end to a wonderful day.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Banff National Park, AB
Day 10 – Lovely Lake Louise
Drink in the views of one of Canada's most beautiful lakes and the spectacular scenery surrounding its sparkling waters before setting off to explore another part of Banff National Park. You'll enjoy a two-night stay at The Fairmont Banff Springs, truly one of British Columbia's legendary hotels.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging : The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff National Park, AB
Day 11 – The Beauty of Banff
The day is yours to enjoy in Banff National Park as you please. Your hotel offers a wide range of optional activities to enhance the pleasure of your stay in this special place. Its renowned Willow Stream Spa entices and the charming village of Banff awaits your exploration. End your delightful day in Banff by joining us for a farewell reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff National Park, AB
Day 12 – Journey Home
We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home. Tour ends: Calgary International Airport at 10:00 a.m. Passengers on flights traveling directly to the United States will clear US Customs at Calgary.
Meals: Breakfast
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