8-Day Essential Rockies & West Coast Westbound Tour from Calgary to Vancouver: Whistler, Okanagan, Kelowna, Revelstoke, Canmore and Banff

Product Code: 671232

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Essential Rockies & West Coast Tour is the ideal way to see and experience all that is Canada's Rockies and West Coast has to offer and all at a very affordable price
    • Orientation tour of Calgary
    • Tour the beautiful town of Banff its is surroundings
    • Ride the Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
    • Go on the Icefield Parkway Tour
    • Visit beautiful Lake Louise, UNESCO designated World Heritage Site
    • Embark on a Glacier Adventure at Columbia Icefield on the famous Ice Explorer
    • Tour through Yoho & Glacier National Parks. Visit to Emerald Lake
    • Walk along the lovely lakeside promenade in Kelowna
    • Winery Tour with Wine Tasting in Kamloops
    • Tour up the Sea-to-Sky Highway
    • Visit Shannon Falls & Brandywine Falls
    • Sample fun and activities Whistler that has on offer
    • Go on a Guided tour of Vancouver
    • Walk Vancouver's most popular landmark - Capilano Suspension Bridge
    • Dedicated Tour Director
Tour Code
671232
Duration
8 day
Departure City
Calgary
End City
Vancouver
Tour Type
Bus/Coach
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical, Outdoor Adventure

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Explore the world with an active and adrenaline pumping adventures like diving, snorkeling, camping, hiking and so on.

Tour Type: Fully Guided Tour

Tour director/guided escort is available from the beginning to the end of the vacation

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

The tour includes stunning views of rugged mountains, swift-flowing rivers, thundering waterfalls, exotic wildlife, and turquoise, blue lakes.  Tour the town of Banff and take a ride on the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Go on a journey of the famous Icefield Parkway; stop by at Lake Louise to admire the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.  Ride the Ice Explorer at Columbia Icefield. Tour through the Yoho & Glacier National to spend a night in Kelowna with its lovely downtown. Enroute, stop by the Columbia River in Revelstoke for some great pictures and visit the Ghost Town at Three Valley Gap. Sample the summer delights that the alpine resort of Whistler has on offer before arriving in Vancouver, Canada's gem on the Pacific Coast. Go on a tour of the beautiful city of Vancouver; walk the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge.  Explore the beautiful downtown, waterfront, parks, art galleries and nightlife with which Vancouver welcomes all her visitors.

Day 1: Arrive in Calgary.  Transfer on own to your hotel in downtown Calgary.  Rest of the day free.
Calgary International Airport is the gateway to Alberta's Rocky Mountains. After you have arrived and collected your luggage, make your way to the tour hotel in downtown Calgary on your own. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city on your own. If you are looking for things to do, be sure to visit some of Calgary's key attractions such as the Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park, and the Calgary Tower. With so much to see and do, you are sure to have a memorable stay in Calgary.

Overnight in Calgary, AB. Reference hotel: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown or similar.

Day 2: Morning orientation tour of Calgary. Afternoon tour of Banff including the Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Baff Springs Hotel, Hoodoos & Bow Valley, and Lake Minnewanka and admissions to Banff Gondola.
Start you day with a tour of downtown Calgary, where you will get a feel for the city's unique blend of cosmopolitan flair and western hospitality. You will see some of the city's most popular attractions, including the Calgary Tower and the Olympic Park, and you will learn about the city's rich history and vibrant culture.

Later in the day, your tour will head to the town of Banff in the Banff National Park. The park is home to majestic mountains and turquoise lakes, and you will have the opportunity to spot some of its resident wildlife, including elk, bighorn sheep, and if you are truly lucky, black, and brown bears. Whether you are a nature lover or a city slicker, this tour has something for everyone. Your tour of Banff will include all the must-see places including the Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Baff Springs Hotel, Hoodoos & Bow Valley, and Lake Minnewanka.

One of the most scintillating experiences on your tour is a ride on the Banff Gondola, which is an aerial ride unlike any other. This signature experience starts at the Gondola Base.  From here, you step into comfortable glass-enclosed cabin and prepare for a scenic 8-minute journey to the top of Sulphur Mountains at 2,281 meters (7,486 feet). As you glide over the treetops, soak in the breath-taking sight of six stunning mountain ranges and the entire sweep of the Bow Valley spread out in front of you. The summit offers you a bird's-eye view of the Bow Valley and the mountain ranges surrounding Banff.

Overnight in Canmore, AB. Reference hotel: Canmore Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide or similar.

Day 3: Icefield Parkway Tour including visit to Lake Louise, photo stops at Bow Lake & Crowfoot Glacier and Peyto Lake, visit to Columbia Icefield and admission to Glacier Adventure (Ice Explorer).
The Icefield Parkway tour from Canmore is the perfect way to see some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada. This full day tour takes you along the picturesque Icefield Parkway.  You will visit the UNESCO World Heritage "Lake Louise".  And then on to the Columbia Icefield, the largest non-polar icefield south of the North Pole. Enroute, you will also have the chance to see some incredible wildlife, including grizzly bears, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats.

At the Columbia Icefield, you will climb abroad the Ice Explorer is a specially designed vehicle that takes you onto the Athabasca Glacier, a 10,000-year-old sheet of ice. You will get to know this incredible geological formation and perhaps taste the waters of the glacier.

Your tour will also make stops at the Bow with views of Crowfoot Glacier, and Peyto Lakes for some great pictures before arriving back at your hotel in Canmore.

Overnight in Canmore, AB. Reference hotel: Canmore Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide or similar.

Day 4: Tour through Yoho, Revelstoke & Glacier National Parks to Kelowna.  Stop by at Spiral Tunnel View Point, visit to Emerald Lake, and the Natural Bridge.  Photostop in Revelstoke and Ghost Town at Three Valley Gap (admissions not included) .
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and begin your journey through the Yoho and Glacier national Parks to Kelowna. The drive will take you through the stunning Rocky Mountains, providing plenty of opportunity to take in the natural beauty of this region. Enroute, your tour will stop for pictures in Revelstoke by the banks of the Columbia River and at the Ghost Town of Three Valley Gap (admissions not included).

Your tour transfer today will include stop at Spiral Tunnel Viewpoint, Emerald Lake, Revelstoke, and at the Ghost Town(admissions not included) at Three Valley Gap.

On arrival in Kelowna, check into your hotel.

Kelowna is located in the Okanagan Valley and is known for its stunning scenery and abundance of outdoor activities. Make sure to visit her downtown and take a walk along the lovely lakeside promenade or sample some of the local wines and delicious cuisine.

Overnight in Kelowna, BC. Reference hotel: Comfort Suites Kelowna or similar.​​​​​​​

Day 5: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting in Kelowna.  Tour through the Okanagan, along the Fraser River and up the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler. Photostops at Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls.
Start your day with an unmissable wine experience at one of Kelowna's premier wineries surrounded by acres of beautiful vineyards and the majestic Mt. Boucherie filling the skyline. Experience a tour where you will learn all about wine-making and an over-view of the Okanagan Valley's growing region. Your tour ends with a guided tasting of a selection of wines including an Award-Winning Icewine.

Later this morning, your tour will leave Kelowna to drive through the Okanagan and on to the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler. The drive will take approximately four hours. Please be sure to have your camera ready as you will want to take plenty of pictures along the way. Part of this journey will be a drive up the scenic the Sea-to-Sky Highway.

The Sea-to-Sky Highway winds a scenic route hemmed by the Howe Sound, Coast Mountains, its forested slopes, and deep valleys.

Enroute, your tour will visit Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls before arriving in the Alpine resort town of Whistler. Upon arrival in Whistler, check into your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day exploring this beautiful mountain town. Be sure to wander down to the village square and enjoy some of the local shops and restaurants.

Overnight in Whistler, BC. Reference hotel: Crystal Lodge or similar.

Day 6: Transfer to Vancouver with a Guided Tour of Vancouver including admissions to Capilano Suspension Bridge.  Tour includes Stanley Park, Gastown, Robson Street, Canada Place and Grenville Island.
After breakfast, we will checkout from the Whistler.  The morning will be free for you to explore Whistler and go up on the Peak-to-Peak gondola (optional).  Your tour will depart Whistler mid-day to arrive in North Vancouver around 3 PM.

On arrival in North Vancouver, the tour will stop at the Capilano Suspension Bridge where you will have a chance to visit this incredible Vancouver landmark (admissions included).  The main attraction of this park set in rainforest landscape, is the 450 feet (137 meters) long bridge suspended 230 feet (70 meters) above the Capilano River. Millions of daring visitors have taken a walk across this suspension bridge since its opening in 1889.

Leaving North Vancouver behind, we will head to downtown Vancouver for a fully guided tour of the city. The tour will take you through Vancouver's most popular spots including a visit to Stanley Park, Canada Place, Gastown, Robson Street and Granville Island. Rest of the evening will be free for you to explore the beautiful city of Vancouver on our own and experience some of the fine dining Vancouver offers.

Overnight in Vancouver, BC. Reference hotel: Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport or similar.​​​​​​​

Day: 7 Day Free
Today day is free to explore Vancouver city on your own.

Vancouver is a beautiful city with plenty to do. A must-see is Stanley Park, which offers stunning views of water, mountains, and dense forest. There are excellent hiking trails in the park as well as opportunities to go kayaking, horseback riding, or visit the Vancouver Aquarium. If you are looking for some culture, Vancouver has plenty to offer in that arena as well. The Museum of Anthropology is world-renowned for its collection of First Nations artifacts, and the Vancouver Art Gallery is also worth a visit. No matter what your interests are, you are sure to find something to enjoy in Vancouver.

Overnight in Vancouver, BC. Reference hotel: Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport or similar.​​​​​​​

Day 8: Transfer on own to YVR. End of your Essential Rockies & West Coast Tour.
Your Essential Rockies & West Coast Tour ends today. Check-out time is 11.00 AM. Transfer on your own to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).  Your hotel offers complimentary scheduled shuttle transfers to YVR.

We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and that you have had some wonderful experiences. Thank you for traveling with us and we hope to see you again soon.

End of your Essential Rockies & West Coast Tour.


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8-Day Essential Rockies & West Coast Eastbound Tour from Vancouver to Calgary: Whistler, Okanagan, Kelowna, Revelstoke, Canmore and Banff

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Louise Lake Louise
  • Yoho National Park Yoho National Park
  • Stanley Park Stanley Park
  • Gastown Gastown
  • Robson Street Robson Street
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge Capilano Suspension Bridge
  • Canada Place Canada Place
  • Shannon Falls Shannon Falls
  • Icefields Parkway Icefields Parkway
  • Emerald Lake Emerald Lake
  • Natural Bridge Natural Bridge
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola
  • Bow Lake Bow Lake
  • Peyto Lake Peyto Lake

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 7-night hotel accommodations:
      - 2 nights Vancouver
      - 1 night Whistler
      - 1 night Kelowna
      - 2 nights Canmore
      - 1 night Calgary
    • Calgary: Orientation tour of Calgary
    • Banff: Tour of Banff including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Baff Springs Hotel, Hoodoos & Bow Valley, and Lake Minnewanka
    • Banff: Admissions to Banff Gondola
    • Canmore: Icefield Parkway Tour including visit to Lake Louise, photo stops at Bow Lake & Crowfoot Glacier and Peyto Lake, visit to Columbia Icefield
    • Columbia Icefield: Admissions to Glacier Adventure (Ice Explorer)
    • Visit to Lake Louise. Photostop at Bow Lake and Peyto Lake
    • Tour through Yoho & Glacier National Parks. Visit Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, and the Natural Bridge
    • Yoho, Revelstoke & Glacier National Park including stop at Revelstoke
    • Visit to Ghost Town at Three Valley Gap (Admissions not included)
    • Kelowna: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting
    • Photostop at Shannon falls and Brandywine Falls
    • Vancouver: Guided tour of Vancouver including Stanley Park, Gastown, Robson Street, Canada Place and Grenville Island
    • Vancouver: Admissions to Capilano Suspension Bridge
    • Shuttle transfer from hotel in Vancouver to YVR (Vancouver International Airport)
    • Canada Park Fees
    • Dedicated Tour Director
    • Porterage at hotels: limited to one piece of luggage per person
    • Service fee to Tour Coach Driver and Guides
    • Taxes

Package Excludes

    • Service fee to Tour Director (suggested Gratuities $10.00/guest/day)
    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
    • Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)
    • Departure Transfer from Calgary Airport (YYC) to hotel in downtown Calgary
    • Bottled Water in hotel rooms and on the coach
    • Visa and Documentation Fees
    • Telephone calls, Laundry, and other expenses
    • Travel Insurance (highly recommended). The local operator sells Manulife Travel insurance to residents of Ontario, Canada. Clients are required to sign off on a Liability Waiver in the event they choose to decline our offer to sell Travel Insurance.  Non-residents of Ontario as well as clients from abroad must purchase Travel Insurance in the province/state/country where they reside.
    • Early Check-in and Late Check-out charges. Charges will apply
    • If applicable, cost of any RTPCR/Antigen Test or costs related to quarantine

Special Notes

    • Cancellation policy:
      - 63 Days prior to Departure Dtae: 15% penalty;
      - 62 Days or less prior to Departure Dtae: No refund.
    • Groups where the headcount is 19 or less, the Tour Director will be driving the vehicle.
    • The Federal and/or Provincial health authorities may require that clients be double vaccinated and produce a vaccination certificate on demand.  Please refer to Health Canada site for most up to date information in this regard.
    • Federal, Provincial, Municipal Health Authorities and/or certain service providers may require clients to wear a face mask.
    • We recommend clients carry a digital/paper copy of their Vaccination Certificate on person to be produced on demand.

Cancellation Policy

Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Child enjoys the same price as adult as the 3rd/4th person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* Rooms featured will be Standard ROH room unless specified otherwise. Hotels featured will be as the itinerary or similar. We reserve the right to substitute the hotel properties with similar or better properties when required.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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