Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
$5140
Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
13 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada
Visiting: Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Whistler, Sun Peaks, Banff, Jasper, Mount Robson
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DIRWZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Iconic Rockies and Western Canada, where breathtaking landscapes and cultural experiences await. Begin your adventure in vibrant Vancouver, exploring its historic neighborhoods before venturing to Vancouver Island for a taste of local cider. Discover the stunning Butchart Gardens in Victoria and marvel at the murals of Chemainus. Ascend the Sea-to-Sky Gondola for panoramic views, and delve into First Nations culture at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Traverse the majestic Rocky Mountain National Parks, including Banff and Jasper, where you'll walk on the Athabasca Glacier and cruise Maligne Lake. Meet a retired Canadian Mountie, and enjoy storytelling and drumming with Indigenous Peoples in Jasper. Conclude your journey in the scenic coastal city of Vancouver, enriched by the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Western Canada. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals, this tour promises an enriching and memorable experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Voyage To Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals Included: Dinner
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.
Day 2: Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture
Location: Vancouver Island
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 3: Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria
Location: Victoria
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 4: Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, And Whistler
Location: Whistler
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 5: Explore Whistler Make Travel Matter
Location: Whistler
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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.
Day 6: Travel To Sun Peaks
Location: Sun Peaks
Accommodation: Sun Peaks Lodge
Accommodation Name: Sun Peaks Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks
Location: Banff
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 8: Wander Beautiful Banff
Location: Banff
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Day 9: Cross The Athabasca Glacier
Location: Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 10: Walk Through The Wilderness In Jasper Connect With Locals
Location: Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Day 11: Marvel At Mount Robson
Location: Mount Robson
Accommodation Name: South Thompson Inn & Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 12: Through The Coast Mountains And Fraser Valley
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive from Kamloops, past dramatic moutainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'.
Day 13: Farewell From Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, are included in the tour.
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Hotel Tips and Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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Sightseeing
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Transport and Transfers
All transport and transfers shown are included.
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Luxury Coach
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences
Optional Experiences and free time are included.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and travel documents are not included.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 12 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Vancouver Island: Taste local cider at a familly-owned ciderhouse before continuing to Victoria.
- Banff National Park of Canada: Meet a retired Canadian Mountie and hear exciting and colorful stories of their rich history and traditions.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury air-conditioned coaches equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey. Enjoy scenic ferry rides and optional rail journeys, providing a seamless and enjoyable travel experience across the breathtaking landscapes of Western Canada.
Accommodation
Experience comfort and luxury at the Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Grand Pacific in Victoria, Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa, Sun Peaks Lodge, Banff Park Lodge, and Forest Park Hotel in Jasper. Enjoy stunning views, modern amenities, and exceptional service throughout your stay.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre where you can learn about First Nations cultures and their history. Additionally, in Jasper, you will have a Be My Guest experience where you can learn about local flora through the lens of Indigenous Peoples and enjoy storytelling and drumming during dinner.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour offers cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. For example, in Victoria, you will stay at the Hotel Grand Pacific, which offers spectacular views of the harbor and easy access to sightseeing. In Whistler, you will stay at the Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa.
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Are there any special dining experiences included?
Yes, the tour includes a variety of dining experiences such as breakfast at Butchart Gardens before it opens to the public, and a unique dinner experience in Jasper where you can learn to make curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides all transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary, including a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Will there be opportunities to interact with locals during the tour?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to meet a retired Canadian Mountie in Banff and hear about their history and traditions. Additionally, in Jasper, you will connect with locals through a Be My Guest experience on traditional First Nations land.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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