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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries

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Explore Gastown, Stanley Park and Chinatown Your journey includes a drive along the Sea to Sky Highway Visit the seaside community of Chemainus and explore their outdoor murals and sculptures Embark on an introductory sightseeing tour of the city and visit Butchart Gardens Ferry across to Victoria from the coast of British Columbia and from Victoria to Vancouver Travel along the scenic Duffey Lake Road en-route to Sun Peaks Visit an UNESCO World Heritage Site known as one of the most remarkable areas in the world Visit one of the most beautiful protected wilderness areas in the world Take a ride in a massive Ice Explorer to Athabasca Glacier A stunning drive with jaw-dropping vistas Admire the majestic mountains and Victoria Glacier View stunning hoodoos and waterfalls at this UNESCO World Heritage Site Enjoy a guided tour and tasting at Larch Hills Winery Follow along a portion of the once trecherous Cariboo Wagon Road and Gold Rush Trail Enjoy a scenic drive through Yoho, Glacier & Mount Revelstoke National Parks Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences City orientation tours Extensive variety of Choice Experiences On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Accommodation

Accent Inns Vancouver Airport The Crystal Lodge Days Inn Uptown Doubletree by Hilton Kamloops Lobstick Lodge Canmore Inn and Suites

Meals

3 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L) Travel along the iconic Sea-to-Sky Highway, one of the world’s most scenic drives. Enjoy an Iconic Breakfast at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Center.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Costsaver through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Others

Arrival and departure transfers (available on request). Tipping. Other meals, snacks and drinks. Pre and post tour accommodation. Single supplement (Optional) - Can be purchased on the ‘Book Now’ page.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (http://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Flights

As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Vancouver
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Vancouver

Welcome to outdoorsy, nature-loving Vancouver! Also known as one of the world’s most culturally rich cities, Vancouver is the kind of place where you can ski in the morning, swim in the ocean by early afternoon and indulge in the city’s diverse culinary scene in the evening. After settling in to your hotel, you’ll meet your Travel Director this afternoon.
Day 2 Day 2: Vancouver – Whistler
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Vancouver – Whistler

This morning’s sightseeing tour of Vancouver puts you right in the heart of city’s oldest neighborhood, Gastown, which was designated a National Historic Site in 2009. You’ll also visit buzzy Chinatown and admire the famous collection of totem poles at Stanley Park before traveling along the awe-inspiring Sea-to-Sky Highway. This scenic drive showcases jagged mountain peaks and cascading waterfalls to your right and the dreamy ocean vistas of Howe Sound to your left. Stop at Shannon Falls Provincial Park, which boasts the third highest waterfall in British Columbia. Still in awe of the scenery on today’s drive, finish in the alpine village of Whistler, nestled in the shadows of the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.
Day 3 Day 3: Whistler Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Whistler Free Time

Enjoy your day in Whistler as you explore this stunning adventure playground. Go hiking or biking on one of the many trails or the labyrinth of lanes that make up Whistler Village. Or make the day your own with action-packed Optional Experiences, each one more exhilarating than the next! You could go bear viewing with a local wildlife photographer, whitewater rafting, zip lining at 100 km per hour amidst the stunning mountain wilderness, and many more options. When we said exhilarating, we weren’t joking!
Day 4 Day 4: Whistler – Victoria
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Whistler – Victoria

Fuel up for another big day with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Choice Experience and breakfast at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Center where you’ll get to know more about First Nations culture through food and music. You’ll be treated to authentic tastes including blueberry, cheese and onion Bannock (a kind of quick skillet bread) and a performance by locals dressed in traditional regalia singing, dancing and sharing stories from Squamish and Lil’wat Nations. Take the ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Vancouver Island leaving Whistler behind as you visit Chemainus, a seaside community and former industrial town known for its series of giant outdoor murals. Your next stop is the capital of British Columbia, Victoria, where you’ll no doubt be struck by its distinctly English influence. An orientation tour of the city will take you along the waterfront district and into the bustling downtown area, passing the Parliament Buildings, Government Street and through Beacon Hill Park so you can really get your bearings.
Day 5 Day 5: Victoria Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Victoria Sightseeing And Free Time

Spend the morning amid the blossoms of world famous Butchart Gardens. This expansive estate is over a century old and offers sunken, rose, Japanese, Italian and Mediterranean gardens. Stroll through and find plenty of photo opportunities amidst moments of beauty. The rest of the day is yours to explore Victoria as you like. Learn about the surrounding waters on a whale watching cruise and keep a lookout for orcas, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Day 6 Day 6: Victoria – Kamloops
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Victoria – Kamloops

Start the day heading to the Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and jump on the ferry bound for Vancouver. From there you’ll take the scenic drive to Kamloops.
Day 7 Day 7: Kamloops – Jasper
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Kamloops – Jasper

Fall in love with the gorgeous prairie provinces of Canada as you drive through the white fenced ranch lands that surround the Yellowhead Highway. Keeping an eye on the snow-capped peaks of the Columbia Mountains in the distance, catch a first glimpse of Mount Robson, the most prominent mountain in the North American Rockies and the highest point in the Canadian range. Continue to unpretentious, heart-warming Jasper, which sits in the heart of Jasper National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 8 Day 8: Jasper National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Jasper National Park

Stepping outside and smelling the fresh mountain air, let the prospect of a day exploration bring a smile to your face. Your activity options are abundant in the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Perhaps choose to explore the beautiful Maligne Lake? A boat cruise (seasonal) around the largest glacially fed lake in the Canadian Rockies is right for you. Next up in Jasper, foodies will want to join a Local Expert on a Jasper Food Tour downtown or take an E-bike Food Tour. If you’re looking to get active, choose to experience the majestic scenery of Jasper National Park on foot during a guided nature hike or take to the water on a Jasper Raft Tour.
Day 9 Day 9: Jasper National Park - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise - Canmore
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Jasper National Park - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise - Canmore

First, you will be heading on to explore the magnificent Columbia Icefield. The Icefields Parkway features an abundance of jaw-dropping vistas at every turn. Here, you’ll ride the giant Ice Explorer across the Athabasca Glacier for a closer look at this ancient marvel of nature. Back on the Icefields Parkway, exit Jasper National Park and enter Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Prepare to be dazzled as we saved the best for last – Lake Louise, one of the most beautiful lakes and settings in North America before heading to Canmore for the night.
Day 10 Day 10: Banff Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Banff Sightseeing And Free Time

Make sure your camera’s in-hand today for optional helicopter flights (weather dependent) that will have you soaring over iconic sites including the Three Sisters Peak, the Sundance Ranges and the Gloria and Assiniboine Glaciers (weather dependent). Next up in Banff - famed for its world-class national parks, lakes and vistas - get a taste on a sightseeing tour along Tunnel Mountain Drive. Take in sights such as Cascade Mountain, Mt. Rundle, Bow Falls, and the surreal, hoodoos rock formations, which have gained their twisted shapes over years of erosion from water and wind. Venture into the stunning wilderness of Banff National Park to take advantage of a range of optionals to capture the best of the region. Enjoy golf with a view at Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course or join a Plant Medicine Walk with a First Nations Local Specialist. Or, join an optional experience in Canmore, including an E-bike food tour or raft tour. As an evening option, book a Banff Gondola ride including dinner with a view.
Day 11 Day 11: Banff – Kamloops
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Banff – Kamloops

All aboard for a sensational two-day journey on the luxury Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops. Enjoy the good life without worrying about a thing as you journey through Canada’s spectacular Rocky Mountains, including Mount Robson, Canada’s highest peak.
Day 12 Day 12: Kamloops – Vancouver
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Kamloops – Vancouver

Discover the elegance of yesteryear, continuing your journey through the clouds by rail. Travel through the Coast Mountains and the remote landscapes of Canada’s west until your arrival into Vancouver train station via Rocky Mountaineer. Make your own way to your Vancouver overnight.

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Panoramic Canadian Rockies (12 Days, Rocky Mountaineer Silve

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Itinerary of your trip Panoramic Canadian Rockies (12 Days, Rocky Mountaineer Silve

Day 1: Arrive Vancouver

Day 2: Vancouver – Whistler

Day 3: Whistler Free Time

Day 4: Whistler – Victoria

Day 5: Victoria Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 6: Victoria – Kamloops

Day 7: Kamloops – Jasper

Day 8: Jasper National Park

Day 9: Jasper National Park - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise - Canmore

Day 10: Banff Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 11: Banff – Kamloops

Day 12: Kamloops – Vancouver

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