Canadian Highlights
Canadian Highlights
Canadian Highlights
13 Days Starting in Toronto, ON, Canada and ending in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Visiting: Toronto, Niagara Falls, Calgary, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park Of Canada, Kamloops, Whistler, Victoria, Vancouver
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1286
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
English , French , GermanInterests:
Tour Overview
Start your journey in multicultural Toronto and visit the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls. Take a flight to Calgary – the gateway to the Rockies. Internationally acclaimed, scenic highways traverse Banff and Jasper National Parks, revealing the stark beauty of ancient glaciers and the glass-like reflections of mountain lakes. See ranch lands that maintain a vibrant cowboy culture, while the lofty heights of Whistler embody alpine luxury and celebrate outdoor adventure. Immerse yourself in the cultural diversity and an invigorating West Coast chic lifestyle of Victoria and Vancouver
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Toronto
Location: Toronto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar. Day 2: Toronto We start the day with a Toronto sightseeing tour and discover the many identities of Canada’s most cosmopolitan city. Highlights include the provincial legislative buildings (Queen’s Park),
Arrive at Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Individual transfer to your centrally-located hotel. After checking in with your tour director, the remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Toronto.
Day 2 : Toronto
Location: Toronto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
We start the day with a Toronto sightseeing tour and discover the many identities of Canada’s most cosmopolitan city. Highlights include the provincial legislative buildings (Queen’s Park), City Hall, the financial district, Chinatown, residential areas, the waterfront, and a ride up the CN Tower.
The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration, shopping, or simple relaxation. Overnight in Toronto.
Day 3 : Niagara Falls Excursion/Toronto
Location: Niagara Falls, Toronto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full-day excursion to the splendour of Niagara Falls —​​ a highlight of any Canada vacation!
Our route takes us through the lush fruit-growing district of the Niagara Peninsula and we see the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The Niagara Parkway follows the Niagara River, bordered by parkland, and leads us to our first unforgettable glimpse of the falls.
Included is a thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises – Voyage to the Falls, taking us right to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls. Afterward, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara Skywheel that gives you a breathtaking view of the Niagara Falls region.
Day 4 : Toronto To Calgary (Flight)
Location: Calgary, Toronto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Delta Hotels by Marriott, Calgary, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we transfer to Pearson International Airport in Toronto and check in for our flight to Calgary, Alberta. Crossing two thousand kilometres of Canadian wilderness and western wheatland, we arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfer to our hotel.
After check-in at the hotel, the remainder of the day is free. Explore the Old West at the Glenbow Museum or Fort Calgary on your own, browse through the Eau Claire Market, ride up the Calgary Tower for a great view and savour the amazing restaurants and dynamic nightlife. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 5 : Calgary To Banff National Park
Location: Banff National Park, Calgary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
We begin the day with a Calgary city tour before travelling west on the Trans-Canada Highway into the rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
The majestic peaks of the Canadian Rockies soon fill the horizon as we approach Banff National Park, the first of several stops in the Canadian national parks system. We soon arrive in the charming resort town of Banff. Overnight in Banff.
Day 6 : Banff National Park
Location: Banff National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will enjoy a tour of Banff and its surroundings. The area became Canada’s first national park in 1885 to protect its natural hot springs.
An optional Helicopter Sightseeing Tour will give you the chance to see the eastern ranges of the Rocky Mountains. Alternatively, you can take an optional gondola ride to spectacular Sulphur Mountain. Bring your camera!
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the surroundings of Banff, stroll along Banff Avenue, or relax and enjoy the scenery. Overnight in Banff.
Day 7 : Banff National Park To Jasper National Park
Location: Banff National Park, Jasper National Park Of Canada
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: the Lobstick Lodge, Jasper, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s journey through Banff and Jasper national parks is one of the most popular in the Highlights of Canada tour package.
Shortly after leaving Banff, we visit the famous scenery of Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in Canada. Afterwards, we travel north on the famed Icefields Parkway through a rugged wilderness flanked by dramatic mountain ranges.
At the Columbia Icefield, we board a specially constructed Ice Explorer to ride on the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Close to Jasper, you have the chance to go on an optional raft trip on the Athabasca River. Your experienced guide will point out the natural and human history as you raft through short rapids and stretches of calm waters. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 8 : Jasper National Park To Kamloops
Location: Jasper National Park Of Canada, Kamloops
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre, Kamloops, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Before leaving Jasper National Park this morning, you can take part in an optional Spirit Island Cruise on Maligne Lake, the most picturesque and largest glacier-fed lake in the park. Alternatively, you may take an optional motorcycle tour of Jasper, riding in the comfortable sidecar with an unmatched view of the forests and mountains.
Then, our Canadian vacation takes us west along the Yellowhead Highway and into the heartland of British Columbia. Breathtaking, unspoiled vistas await visitors in every season of the year. The route passes along the Thompson River and through the picturesque Shuswap Highlands. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 9 : Kamloops To Whistler
Location: Kamloops, Whistler
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Delta Hotels by Marriott Whistler Village Suites, Whistler, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
We can expect a day of dramatic scenery changes when we drive through the ranchlands and head for the coastal mountains. A journey along the Duffey Lake Road exposes new vistas at every turn.
An optional Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over Garibaldi Park gives you an inspiring view of a natural preserve of volcanic peaks, alpine lakes, and meadows.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Whistler.
Day 10 : Whistler To Victoria
Location: Victoria, Whistler
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, Victoria, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Sea-to-Sky Highway leads us south through spectacular coastal scenery today. You will visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge suspended high above a magnificent canyon.
From Horseshoe Bay, we cruise by ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island and continue by coach to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital city and a former British enclave. Upon arrival, we embark on a Victoria city tour. Overnight in Victoria.
Day 11 : Victoria
Location: Victoria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, Victoria, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Proud of her maritime heritage, Victoria has a charming coastal vibe and many 19th-century landmarks to explore throughout the city.
Today we treat ourselves to a tour of the world-famous Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s great floral displays, set in a reclaimed stone quarry. Time will be allocated here for browsing through the regal gardens.
You can take part in an optional Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca with the Olympic Mountains in the distance.
You can also go on an optional Whalewatching Excursion aboard a Zodiac or a regular vessel. Watch for the magnificent orcas and the abundance of marine wildlife.
The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s delights. Overnight in Victoria.
Day 12 : Victoria To Vancouver
Location: Victoria, Vancouver
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Sutton Place Hotel, Vancouver, or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue through the resort region of the Gulf Islands to the oceanside city of Vancouver. Upon arrival, we enjoy a fascinating Vancouver city tour, including famous locations like Stanley Park, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown, and much more.
The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration or simple relaxation. This evening features our farewell dinner. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 13 : Vancouver Departure
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast
A time for last-minute shopping and sad farewells. Individual transfer to Vancouver International Airport in time to check in for your return flight.
What's Included
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• 12-nights in first-class accommodation as per the itinerary
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• 12 breakfasts and 1 dinner
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• Transportation by modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver
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• Local guide in Toronto and tour director from Calgary to Vancouver
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• Toronto sightseeing tour
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• CN Tower admission
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• Niagara Falls excursion
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• Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls
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• Banff and Lake Louise region tour
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• Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer ride
What's Not Included
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• Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
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• Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature
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• Travel Insurance
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• Pre and Post Accommodation
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• Meet and Greet airport transfer service
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• Everything that is not mentioned in included
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 12-nights in first-class accommodation as per the itinerary. Specific hotels mentioned include the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, the Delta Hotels by Marriott in Calgary, the Mount Royal Hotel in Banff, the Lobstick Lodge in Jasper, The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre in Kamloops, the Delta Hotels by Marriott Whistler Village Suites in Whistler, the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA in Victoria, and the Sutton Place Hotel in Vancouver, or similar accommodations.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 12 breakfasts and 1 dinner. Other meals are not included and will need to be arranged independently.
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Is transportation included in the tour?
Yes, transportation is included. The tour provides transportation by a modern tour coach with an experienced tour driver. Additionally, there is a flight from Toronto to Calgary on Day 4, and transfers between the hotel and airport in Toronto and Calgary on that day.
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Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, the tour includes several guided tours. There is a local guide in Toronto and a tour director from Calgary to Vancouver. Specific guided tours include a Toronto sightseeing tour, a Victoria sightseeing tour, and a Vancouver sightseeing tour.
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What are some of the key activities included in the tour?
Key activities included in the tour are a CN Tower admission, a Niagara Falls excursion with a Hornblower Niagara Cruises - Voyage to the Falls, a Banff and Lake Louise region tour, a Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer ride, a ferry cruise through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island, and a visit to Butchart Gardens.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are several optional activities available during the tour. These include a Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara Skywheel in Niagara Falls, a Helicopter Sightseeing Tour or gondola ride in Banff, a raft trip on the Athabasca River in Jasper, a Spirit Island Cruise or motorcycle tour in Jasper, and a Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over Garibaldi Park in Whistler. In Victoria, optional activities include a Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and a Whale-watching Excursion.
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What is the policy on baggage handling?
The tour includes baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person.
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Are taxes included in the tour price?
Yes, the tour price includes Provincial Taxes and Federal GST and/or HST, as well as the Canadian government air transportation tax.
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What is not included in the tour package?
The tour package does not include airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary, laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature, travel insurance, pre and post accommodation, and meet and greet airport transfer service. Everything not mentioned in the inclusions is also excluded.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.