The wonderful Canadian Rockies, from Calgary to Vancouver
CALGARY > BANFF > JASPER > CLEARWATER > KAMLOOPS >WHISTLER > VANCOUVER
Itinerary
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Day 1 Calgary
Flight to Calgary, a small western city nestled between the Rockies and the plains, famous for its rodeo festival. Have a stroll in the city and soak up the city's atmosphere.
-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 2 Calgary / Banff
Continue your visit of Calgary, which has all the attributes of a western city. Then head for the Rockies, towards Banff National Park, and hike along the Bow River Valley.
-Accomodation: Hotel
- Transportation: approx. 80 mi, approx. 1h30 -
Day 3 Banff
Discover the prestigious Banff national park. You'll be amazed by the beauty of nature! Admire breathtaking scenery as you venture along the hiking trails the park has to offer. Suggested activity($): - Banff Gondolas
-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 4 Banff
Today, take a magnificent hike in the Moraine Lake area on Sentinel Pass. You will be amazed to discover alpine meadows, glaciers and turquoise lakes. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture this impressive scenary.
-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 5 Banff / Jasper
Your journey continues towards Jasper along the legendary Glacier Route. Nestled in the heart of the mountains, this route offers superb panoramic views, with numerous lakes, glaciers, fir forests, peaks and waterfalls all along the way.
-Accomodation: Hotel
-Transportation: approx. 180 mi, approx. 3h30 -
Day 6 Jasper
Discover the famous Jasper National Park! Head for the magnificent Maligne Lake, which lies in the hollow of an ancient glacial valley, and take advantage of a cruise included in this package to explore this magnificent place. Why not continue the day with a hike in this section of the park, on the Bald Hills flower trail, offering superb mountain views.
- Included activity : cruise on Maligne lake
-Accomodation: Hotel -
Day 7 Jasper / Clearwater
Off to Clearwater! Explore Clearwater Lake by canoe, try your hand at fishing, or take advantage of your day to observe the many wild animals that live in the park. End your day with a hike along a superb trail offering magnificent views of nature.
-Accomodation: Hotel
-Transportation: approx. 200 mi, approx. 3h30 -
Day 8 Clearwater
Your itinerary continues towards Wells Gray Park, renowned for its impressive waterfalls, beautiful trails and exceptional wildlife, where you can get off the beaten track and away from the crowds to enjoy the peaceful scenery.
-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 9 Cleawater / Kamloops
Get back on the road and continue your journey through Western Canada. Take advantage of this natural paradise to relax in a landscape unlike any other in the world.
-Accomodation: Hotel
- Transportation: approx. 80 mi, approx. 1h30 -
Day 10 Kamloops / Whistler
You will continue to Whistler, one of the largest ski resorts in North America. Even in summer, multiple activities await you!
-Accomodation: Hotel
- Transportation: approx. 265 mi, approx. 5h30 -
Day 11 Whistler
Enjoy the beauty of nature as you stroll along numerous trails offering magnificent mountain panoramas.
- Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 12 Whistler / Vancouver
Leave the mountains early in the morning and head for the Pacific. The famous "Sea to sky highway" leads to your next destination: the famous city of Vancouver. Before you arrive, head to the famous Capilano Bridge for a real experience on this 130-meter-high suspension bridge (activity included in your stay)! Once in Vancouver, drop off your rental car and explore the city at the end of the day.
- Included activity : Capilano Bridge
-Accomodation: Hotel
-Transportation: approx. 75 mi, approx. 1h30 -
Day 13 Vancouver
Discover Vancouver! We highly suggest its aquarium, museum of anthropology, parks, including the famous Stanley Park, and unique Chinatown.
Suggested activity ($):
- Guided walking tour of Granville Island Market-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 14 Vancouver
Continue your tour of Vancouver and its various neighborhoods: Kitsilano, Gastown, Granville... Enjoy the city's many bars, restaurants and shops. Take the elevator to Vancouver Lookout for a view of the city.
Suggested activity ($):
- Vancouver Lookout-Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 15 Vancouver
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a free day to visit Vancouver. At the end of the day, return your vehicle to the Vancouver airport for your flight back home.
Period & budget
When to travel?
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Price
The budget is an indication of the price per person, subject to availability. Your local agent will send you a customized quote with the exact price. The price can vary according to availability, level of services, period of travel, number of participants, booking time frame and other items.
Included
- 14 nights' standard accommodation
- 10-day rental of a mid-size Hyndai Elantra or equivalent vehicle, unlimited mileage, LDW and ALI insurance, local taxes, airport fees, one tank of gas, one additional driver and one-way fees
- The following activities: cruise on Lake Maligne (1h30), entrance to Capilano suspension bridge (3h)
- Roadbook (electronic version)
- Canadian taxes (federal and provincial)
- 24-hour assistance
- Meals mentioned: 2 breakfasts
Not included
- International flights (available on request)
- Gasoline
- Personal expenses
- Meals not mentioned
- Beverages (except tea and coffee for included meals)
- Entrance fees to national parks
- Optional activities not mentioned
- Travel insurance
International flights
Terms and conditions
Booking conditions
Invoice procedure
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation up to 45 days prior to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 20 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
- Cancellation between the 44th and 15th day prior to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 50 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
- Cancellation less than 14 days to the agreed beginning of the journey: You will be charged 100 % of the travel price, in addition with every non-refundable expense for additional services booked on request (internal flights, site entrance tickets, activities…)
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Sustainable tourism
- A fair economical repartition
- The improvement of local teams’ working conditions and their awareness of the protection of the environment
- The information of travelers about respecting the local population and environment and the collection of their feelings at their return.
- Avoid letting waste out, throw it in the trash can or bring it with you
- Use potable water sparingly (take a shower instead of a bath and report any leaks) and avoid wasting it (use biodegradable soap to wash yourself)
- Avoid damaging cultural sites: don’t touch the statues, don’t move the stones and objects
- Exchange instead of giving (too Important gifts can destabilize the local economic stability of the country depending on their living standards)
- When taking a walk, especially in some fragile ecosystems, observe the fauna from afar, do not go beyond beaten roads, limit stamping and do not bring any souvenirs: give up picking rare flowers picking fossils...
- In some hotels, you can have individual air conditioning. It is advised to systematically switching it off when you’re out of the room to avoid energetical overconsumption and greenhouse gas emission.