Itinerary
Day 1:Vancouver - Kelowna - Okanagan - Vernon - Salmon Arm/Revelstoke(588 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Hilltop Hotel Salmon Arm / Sandman Hotel Revelstoke or similar
Meals:
Breakfast: Excluded; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Meal Plan
In the morning, we will depart from Vancouver. Along the Fize Valley Highway, we will visit Merritt Town on the way. Then we will stop by the VQA Wine Shop and try Canadian ice wine. Then contiue on to Vernon, BC to spend time at the Planet Bee Honey Farm before making our way to Salmon Arm or Revelstoke for the night.
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Merritt, BC
Merritt is a city in the Nicola Valley of the south-central Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 270 km northeast of Vancouver. Merritt is known as the "Country Music Capital of Canada" for its wealth of country music attractions, activities, and events.
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Kelowna, BC
One of the most liveable cities in Canada. Kelowna is the largest city in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Bordering Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is well known for its hot summers and temperate winters.
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VQA Wine Shop
The Vintners Quality Alliance is an association in British Columbia and Ontario that seeks to guarantee the quality of Canadian wines. Canadian wineries are notable for their ice wines, in which grapes are frozen before being fermented and processed.
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Okanagan, BC
It is one of the warmest regions in all of Canada. During the summer months, visitors are offered countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor and water activities. It is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses and Okanagan wineries and popular ski resorts.
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Okanagan Lake (Passing By)
This large and deep lake in the Okanagan Valley region of Canada's British Columbia is a popular recreation spot that offers a variety of activities in addition to gorgeous scenery. It has a surface area of 351 square kilometers.
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Vernon, BC
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km (270 mi) northeast of Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Planet Bee Honey Farm
The Planet Bee Honey Farm and Honeymoon Meadery is an interactive apiary in British Columbia that seeks to teach visitors about the amazing honey bee. Guided tours offer an inside look at honey hives and the honey-making process.
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Kalamalka Lake (Passing By)
The Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park is a highly recommended location for canoeing or kayaking picnicking, bird and other wildlife watching, and, in the winter, cross-country skiing. The lake's waters can range from deep purple to vibrant sky blue.
Day 2:Salmon Arm - Glacier National Park - Banff National Park - Banff(295 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Canalta Lodge Banff or similar
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - included in mandatory fee; Lunch: Meal Plan; Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will go though Rogers Pass and then head for Banff National Park. Ride the Sulphur Mountain Gondola, to reach the top of the mountain. We will arrive in Banff in the afternooon where you can enjoy shopping.
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Glacier National Park, BC, BC
A portion of the Columbia Mountains Natural Region, in the interior wet belt of British Columbia. The steep, rugged mountains, warm, moist climate and wide variety of plant and animal life are typical of this natural region.
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Rogers Pass
Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park, British Columbia, Canada takes the Trans-Canada Highway through the Selkirk Mountains. This natural mountain passageway was discovered in 1882, and has since been christened a National Historic Site of Canada.
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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!
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Sulphur Mountain
This mountain in Banff National Park is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. There is a gondola that takes you nearly to the summit, which is perched at 8,041 feet.
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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.
Day 3:Banff, AB - Banff National Park, AB(82 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa or similar
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Included in mandatory fees; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today we will head to Banff National Park. We will first visit Johnston Canyon or Marble Canyon (depends on road condition, if close we will visit Cave & Basin instead). Next, there are multiple attractions following, such as Banff Hoodoos,Surprise Corner.
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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!
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Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon is a must-visit natural attraction and one of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park! It is carved steeply into the limestone bedrock by thousands of years of water erosion. The dramatic Johnston Canyon is a breathtaking beauty located in Banff National Park. Overhanging canyon walls, waterfalls, deep pools of Johnston Creek, and lush forests can be seen here.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
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Hoodoos
Hoodoos are intriguing geological formations that rise like thin towers from rocky terrain. Those in Alberta's Banff National Park are no exception. They hover like tall spires above the wilderness of this vast area.
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Surprise Corner
This scenic viewpoint in Banff National Park, though unmarked, is locally known as the best place to get views of the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.
Day 4:Banff - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park - Calgary(253 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa / Irwin's Mountain Inn or similar
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Included in Mandatory fee; Lunch: Meal Plan - Chateau Lake Louise Lunch; Dinner: Excluded
In the morning, take a chartered bus from the meeting point to begin today’s journey. We will explore Banff National Park and Yoho National Park, allowing ample time to admire the breathtaking scenery of the “Jewel of the Rockies” — Lake Louise. You can also enjoy the unique experience of walking with snowshoes (provided free of charge; approximately 20 minutes; available only when snow conditions permit).
Afterward, continue to Yoho National Park to visit famous attractions such as the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, and Vermilion Lake, where you can marvel at the wonders of nature.
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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!
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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.
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Snowshoeing (Optional if weather permits)
Come to Banff National Park and take a snowshoeing tour, which is a unique way to explore this beautiful, natural landscape.
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Yoho National Park, BC
These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.
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Emerald Lake
The Emerald Lake in British Columbia, Canada's Yoho National Park is the largest of the park's many lakes and one of the park's most popular spots. The lake is named for the spectacular turquoise color of the water.
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Natural Bridge
The Kicking Horse River, a Canadian Heritage river, in the Yoho park, has created a natural bridge through solid rock. This formation is located 3 km west of Field, accessible from the road to Emerald Lake.
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Spiral Tunnels
[Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.
Day 5:Banff - Calgary(769 km)
Meals:
Breakfast: Included - Included in Mandatory fee; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today's itinerary includes optional thrilling snow activities, allowing you to experience the world-famous powder snow and magnificent scenery of the Rockies. For tours departing from January to early March, we will visit the Abraham Lake, replacing Minnewanka Lake and Banff Hot Springs.
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Clearwater County, AB
A municipal district in west central Alberta, Canada.
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Abraham Lake
An artificial lake in western Alberta, Canada with a surface area of 53.7 km2 and a length of 32 km. It is a popular destination for photographers because of "frozen bubbles" under the ice.
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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!
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Lake Louise Ski Resort
One of three major ski resorts located in Banff National Park near the village of Lake Louise, Alberta. Lake Louise has been a home to skiing since the 1920s, as the gateway to the Skoki Ski Lodge.
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Snow Tubing
There's no feeling quite like the rushing, swooping sensation of tubing down a large hill. At Banff National Park, you have the chance to do it to your heart's content!
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $29; Child $16 (6-12 yrs); Junior $24 (13-17 yrs). Only available from Dec-22, Weather Dependent
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Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola
Enjoy the breathtaking views of the scenic Banff National Park from an open chair lift or full enclosed gondola at 6,850 feet elevation. Sightseeing gondolas offer guests a unique vantage point from which to see Banff's stunning glaciers, mountain peaks, flora, serene springs, and wildlife.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $43; Child $11 (6-12 yrs); Senior $43 (65+); Junior $18 (13-17 yrs). Only available from Nov-10
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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.
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Banff Upper Hot Springs
These outdoor hot springs provide breathtaking views of the surrounding Banff National Park, especially Mount Rundle. The water flow to the springs stops for several months during the winter.
Admission (Optional): Adult $15; Child $15 (0-12 yrs)Opening Hours: Dec 30 - May 6
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
4 Nights hotel accommodations
Ground Transportation
Bi-lingual tour guide (Cantonese / Mandarin / English) for the entire tour.
Price Excludes
Taxes and Service Fee (will be added when checking out)
Air fares between your city and the departure city.
All meals and drinks during the trip unless stated otherwise. The tour guide will make eating arrangements/select restaurants.
A mandatory Service Tip for tour guide/bus driver ($20/day per passenger).
Personal room fees such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/ mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
Any private expenses
Activities & Attractions
| Destination |
Adult |
Child |
Junior |
Senior |
| Banff National Park, AB |
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Banff Upper Hot Springs (Optional) |
$15 |
$15 (0-12 yrs) |
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Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola (Optional) Only available from Nov-10
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$43 |
$11 (6-12 yrs) |
$18 (13-17 yrs) |
$43 (65+) |
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Snow Tubing (Optional) Only available from Dec-22, Weather Dependent
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$29 |
$16 (6-12 yrs) |
$24 (13-17 yrs) |
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Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
Additional Notes
Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
Luggage Policy: Each traveler can bring one check-in-size luggage, carry-on bag, and personal item on the tour.