6-Day Calgary, Banff, Glacier View, VIA Rail and Bus Tour from Calgary, Vancouver / Seattle out
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Would definitely recommend this tour to friend. Nice hotels and meals. Very well co-ordinated. Our your guide John was excellent. He took care of all get well.
Nikki, 2017-09-04
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Banff National Park (Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, Bow Falls), Jasper National Park (Athabasca Glacier).
- Includes a special gift package worth $110
- An unforgettable journey of the Rocky Mountains by bus and train
- Ride "Ice Explorer" at sunset, next morning enjoy Glacier Skywalk
- Onboard VIA Rail "The Canadian" from Jasper to Vancouver
Itinerary
Today, guests will meet the guide at domestic claim belt number eight at the Calgary airport at 2:15pm. Then, we will depart for the Rocky Mountains. When we arrive in Banff around 4:30pm, we will meet our guide in the hotel lobby. Then, we will visit Bow Falls and spend the night in Banff.
Banff National Park, AB
Explore Canada’s first national park along Canadian Rockies, with nearby destinations like Yoho and Jasper National Park. Popular departures from Vancouver, Calgary, and Banff town. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
Bow Falls
The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.
Visit Bow FallsGondola to the summit of the Sulphur Mountain. Stop and take photos at Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka. Next, we will visit the Lake Louise and enjoy a meal at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (meal plan). then head to Moraine Lake (subject to road condition).
After passing by Bow Lake. Ride across Athabasca Glacier on "Ice Explorer". We will stay at the unique hotel at the Columbia Icefield that features spectacular views of the Athabasca Glacier during the day and unmatched stargazing at night.
Banff National Park, AB
Explore Canada’s first national park along Canadian Rockies, with nearby destinations like Yoho and Jasper National Park. Popular departures from Vancouver, Calgary, and Banff town. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
Bow Falls
The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.
Banff Gondola
This unique cable-car ride takes visitors to Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park to the top of Sulphur Mountain, a UNESCO World Hertitage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.
Banff Gondola will be closed for maintenance from Jan 5 -17, 2020.
Two Jack Lake
Located to the northeast of the town of Banff, Two Jack lake offers some of the area's best camping, hiking, and boating opportunities. From the lake, visitors have an impeccable view of Lundahl Mountain.
Minnewanka Lake
This glacial lake is the longest in the Canadian Rockies at 21 kilometers long. The lake is fed by several streams and rivers, most notably the Cascade River.
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.
Moraine Lake
This glacial lake in Banff National Park's Valley of the Ten Peaks has a brilliant bright blue color due to rock flour that runs into its water. This beautiful and famous lake has appeared in advertisements the world over.
Jasper National Park, AB
Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure
Ride the Ice Explorer, a large vehicle specially-designed to enable mobility over the incredible Columbia Icefield to the Athabasca Glacier.
Athabasca Glacier
The Athabasca Glacier is the most-visited glacier in North America. It is one of the eight major glaciers of the Columbia Icefield. The Icefield Interpretive Centre is next to the glacier, and is where visitors can arrange tours.
In the morning, we will walk out on the Glacier Skywalk. After visiting Athabasca Falls, we will head to Jasper, where we will be able to take optional river rafting or horseback riding excursions. We will also visit Maligne Canyon. We will spend the night in Jasper.
Jasper National Park, AB
Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
Athabasca Falls
[Athabasca Falls] in Jasper National Park is not the highest or widest waterfall in the Canadian Rockies but it is the most powerful.
Maligne Canyon
Maligne Canyon is a natural feature located in the Jasper National Park near Jasper, Alberta, Canada. Eroded out of the Palliser Formation, the canyon measures over 50 metres (160 ft) deep. Popular for sightseeing and exploration, the area contains waterfalls, stream outlets, birds and plant life.
We will have the morning free at our own leisure. Our train departs at 2:30pm. The station is a short drive from our hotel, Take the hotel shuttle (subject to hotel) to the train station, please arrival 1 hour prior to the departure time.. Our train will head to Kamloops in British Columbia. On the journey, we will see Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, and Yellowhead Pass. We will spend the night on the train.
We will continue on our train ride towards the Pacific coast, admiring the dramatic changes in scenery, including the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the Hills Gate in Fraser Canyon. Around 9:45am, we will arrive in Vancouver.
Day 6
Vancouver / Vancouver - Seattle
Guests will be able to spend today free at their own leisure by shopping or dining. If guests depart after 3:00 pm, they will get a bonus with complimentary Vancouver Designer Outlet shopping. Then, they will transfer to the airport in Vancouver for their departure flights. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding when to schedule departure flights.
Vancouver, BC
Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone!
We will depart in the morning and arrive at Seattle Pier 55 (Downtown), Cruise Pier 55 or 91, or Sea-Tac Airport around noon. Suggested departure flight time after 3:00 pm.
Departure & Return
- Train departs at 2:30pm. Take the hotel shuttle (subject to hotel) to the train station, please arrival 1 hour prior to the departure time.
- Airport Pickup: Your tour escort will be wearing a red uniform and holding a sign with your name. He will wait at domestic CLAIM BELT #8 at Calgary Airport at 2:15pm. Seattle Flights: If you plan to fly out of Seattle on the last day, please arrange your flight depart after 3:30 pm.
- Vancouver out: Free airport drop off service available between 8:00am-9:30pm (if you upgrade your hotel to Type B or D which located in downtown area, the free drop off service is available between 8:00am-8:00pm). If you want to join a Vancouver Designer Outlet Shopping, please arrange your flight after 3:00pm.
Note:
- Flight information need to provided at least 3 days in advance if not unable to arrange pick up and they will consider self check in to hotel.
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Additional Notes
- Booking: Please book airline tickets after your tour booking is confirmed, tour booking will be confirmed within 1-2 business days.
- Luggage: Limited to one medium suitcase & one carry-on luggage per person.
- Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (Chinese/Cantonese/ English). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
- Optional Meal Plan : Chinese style.
Policies
Prices are subject to change as train ticket price varies. We will notify you of any price change before confirm booking. You also can contact us before booking to check the exact price.
All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking, please do not book the airline tickets until your received the confirmation.
You will receive a confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on your e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking, please do not book the airline tickets until your received the confirmation.
Cancellation and Refund policy: 100% non-refundable on any cancellation/change once confirmation is issued by Rockies Mountaineer / VIA Rail.
Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
We reserve right to cancel a schedule to fully refund affected customers although we will make every effort to maintain the regular operation.
We reserve the right to modify the tour arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.
Q & A
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For most of the tours, we offer airport pick up from Vancouver and Seattle(Additional fees would be charged). Please refer to the itinerary for details.
Meals are not included in the price. We offer optional meal Plan, and you could contact us after your booking to add the meal plan. Prices are listing under the additional note in the tour page.
Upgrade to Banff International and Chateau Lake Louise is available upon request after the booking. Please refer to hotel upgrade options under the additional note. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
We suggest each passenger may carry one check-in luggage and one carry-on bag. Additional luggage fee is $35/ extra piece.
All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (Chinese/Cantonese/ Limited English). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
It should be paid upon arrival. Please bring cash for optional admission fees, meals, as well as tips to tour guide
If you want to cancel this tour, please check the cancellation policy of the tour under Redemption and Policies tab and then e-mail to support@taketours.com. Your refund request will be answered and processed promptly. If you do not receive any reply in one business day, that means your request is not processed. Please contact us immediately.
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Would definitely recommend this tour to friend. Nice hotels and meals. Very well co-ordinated. Our your guide John was excellent. He took care of all get well.
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