Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Visit nearby Stanley Park this afternoon. One of the city's main attractions, this urban oasis features a scenic Seawall walking route, abundant wildlife and the Vancouver Aquarium. Prospect Point Lookout boasts spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Explore the park by foot, shuttle bus, or in style by horse-drawn carriage!
Overnight Vancouver
Day 2
Depart on a four-hour guided city sightseeing excursion this morning. Highlights include the markets and galleries on vibrant Granville Island, panoramic views from The Lookout, and the cruise ship terminal at Canada Place. Marvel at Vancouver's striking high rise buildings and the beautiful beaches of English Bay. The remainder of the day is free for you to shop renowned Robson Street or visit historic Gastown. Overnight Vancouver
Day 3
Board Prince of Whales Ocean Magic at Vancouver harbor this morning for a Whale Watching tour. Experience the beauty of the west coast, travelling on a path seldom followed through the spectacular Gulf Islands, watching incredible wildlife with commentary by an on-board naturalist. Arrive in Victoria at 1pm, and travel by coach to the 'must see' Butchart Gardens. Later this afternoon you will re-board your cruiser at the garden's private dock for a quick two-hour trip back to Vancouver. Sail under the Lions Gate Bridge and into the harbour just in time for dinner this evening. Overnight Vancouver
Day 4
Today is free to explore Vancouver at your leisure. This evening, board VIA Rail for a spectacular expedition through the Rocky Mountains. The Canadian crosses some of the most beautiful landscape in Canada, and you will be treated to views of towering mountain ranges and vast, clear blue lakes.
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Day 5
Arrive this afternoon amidst the mountains in Jasper. It is a short walk from the train station to your hotel. Explore this quaint mountain town at your leisure.
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Day 6
You will be picked up at your hotel this morning for your Icefields Parkway & Columbia Icefield excursion. Built in 1940, the famous Icefields Parkway links Jasper and Banff National Parks along one of Canada's highest mountain roadways. Climbing from the low valleys to the treeline, experience three life zones; the montane, the subalpine and the alpine. Along the way you will stop at major viewpoints such as Athabasca Falls, the Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier, and Peyto Lake. At the Icefields Centre you'll have time to visit the gift shop, the Glacier Gallery or have a snack at the restaurant, and ride on a Brewster Ice Explorer. On your way to Banff, experience the breathtaking waters of Lake Louise and the dominate Victoria Glacier. Arrive in Banff and check into your hotel.
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Day 7
Your guide will pick you up this morning for your three-hour Discover Banff Tour. This resort town is set amongst the towering mountains of Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay. Learn about the natural attractions of the wind-shaped hoodoos which tower majestically over the valley. Visit the classic viewpoints of Surprise Corner along Tunnel Mountain Drive and the base of the Banff Gondola. Join us as we share with you the story of how these majestic mountains have shaped this unique community. This afternoon is free to embark on a backcountry hike, play a round of golf, venture out on horseback or simply explore the townsite.
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Day 8
You will be transferred to Calgary Airport today for your departing flight.
