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Trafalgar
OFFER ID 1506018
Iconic Rockies And Western Canada
Cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, take in the Sea-to-Sky Highway views as you learn traditions of First Nations and join Warrior Women for a one of a kind Be My Guest experience. From city tours of charming Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler to alpine views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, this Canadian Rockies tour is your ticket to Western Canada.
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12 nights from $4,838 per person
Trafalgar Tours: Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
Day 1 - Voyage To Vancouver
Tackle the ???Great Outdoors’ on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture
This morning, delve into the historic neighborhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Dive into Culture and taste local cider at a family-owned ciderhouse, before continuing to Victoria.
Accommodations: Grand Pacific
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria
Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria Whale Watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Accommodations: Grand Pacific
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, and Whistler
See the vivid murals of Chemainus. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.
Accommodations: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 - Explore Whistler Make Travel Matter
Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®?Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the center, enjoy your time at leisure.
Accommodations: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 - Travel To Sun Peaks
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodations: Sun Peaks Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks
Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Accommodations: Banff Park Lodge
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 - Wander Beautiful Banff
Your morning is at leisure, perhaps do an optional gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning, you will have your orientation tour of Banff National Park. This evening, meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Accommodations: Banff Park Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 - Cross The Athabasca Glacier
Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Accommodations: Forest Park Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 - Walk Through the Wilderness in Jasper Connect with Locals
Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a one of a kind Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn how to make curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients, enjoy a designer cocktail and listen to stories and drumming over dinner.
Accommodations: Forest Park Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 - Marvel At Mount Robson
Admire Mount Robson – the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. End the day in the Tournament Capital of Canada, Kamloops. Though the city is known for hosting competitions, we will take it easy and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Accommodations: South Thompson Inn & Conference Center
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 - Through the Coast Mountains and Fraser Valley
Drive from Kamloops, past dramatic moutainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13 - Farewell From Vancouver
Our dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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