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5-Day Canadian Rockies 3 National Parks, Columbia Icefield, Kamloops Summer Tour from Vancouver, Calgary out
Our Price: from US$912 ￥6188 €797 C$1291 Rs.86949 (Price shown is based on the lowest price per person over the next 60 days)
Duration: 5 days
Language: English; Mandarin Chinese
Visit Banff National Park (Lake Louise, Bow Falls, Bow Lake, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Hoodoos, Johnston Canyon, Moraine Lake, Surprise Corner), Yoho National Park (Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Spiral Tunnels), Banff, Kamloops (Sunmore Ginseng Factory), Salmon Arm (Eagle Pass/Last Spike), Columbia Icefield.
Itinerary
Day 1:Vancouver
After pickup from Vancouver airport, we will rest at hotel. Those who arrive before 3:00pm can go on a sightseeing tour to Chinatown, Gastown, and Stanley Park.
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Vancouver, BCWelcome 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!
Day 2:Vancouver - Kamloops - Golden(603 km)
In the morning, we will depart from Vancouver. Along the Fize Valley Highway, we will travel to Kamloops, where we can visit a famous ginseng factory. Afterwards we will proceed to Eagle Pass to visit the Last Spike of the transcontinental railway that connected the east and west coasts of Canada. Continue past the scenic Three Valleys and Mount Revelstoke National Park, then travel along Rogers Pass, the highest point on Highway 1, to Golden .
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Kamloops, BCKamloops is a city for every season. A place where you can skip the crowds, stretch your legs and just escape to the unexpected. Known as the birthplace of freeride mountain biking, Kamloops attracts mountain bikers from around the world looking to ride the rugged landscapes and the desert like climate.
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Sunmore Ginseng FactoryThe Sunmore Ginseng Factory and Spa in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada is the only ginseng manufacturer in North America and was founded in 1991 by Chinese doctor Zhang Shunmei. Visitors can enjoy the relaxing ginseng spa.
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Salmon Arm, BCSalmon Arm first started as a railway camp during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR), later developing into a logging, farming and dairy centre. It is surrounded by outstanding natural beauty, clean waterways, provincial parks and an abundance of green space.
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Eagle Pass/Last SpikeThe outpost of Craigellachie is a tourist stop in the Eagle Pass, which allows the Canadian Pacific Railway to pass through the Monashee Mountains. This was the location in which the "Last Spike" of the railway was placed.
Day 3:Golden - Natural Bridge - Bow Lake - Columbia Icefield (mandatory Ice Explorer & Skywalk) - Banff(553 km)
First, visit Natural Bridge in Yoho National Park, then travel along the Icefields Parkway, known as the most beautiful highway in the world, to Bow Lake and view Crowfoot Glacier from a distance. Next, arrive at the world-famous Columbia Glacier. You can take a giant snowcoach to the 300-meter deep Adabaska Glacier, so that you can come into contact with The remains of the second ice age. Then came to the Glacier Glass Bridge next to the Columbia Ice Field. Then we will enter the famous town of Banff, where Banff Avenue is lined with gift shops and delicious food.
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Yoho National Park, BCThese 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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Natural BridgeThe 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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Banff National Park, ABCanada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
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Bow LakeBow Lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of Mount Jimmy Simpson.
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Columbia Icefield, ABThe Columbia Icefield spans 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies and feeds iconic glaciers like Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy a thrilling experience, including a Snow Coach ride onto the glacier and a walk on the glass-floored Skywalk, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
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Ice ExplorerVisitors to Jasper National Park in Alberta can take this exciting ride across the ice field to the Athabasca Glacier. This is a great way to see the vast tundra of Jasper.
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Columbia Icefield SkywalkVisitors to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery are treated to something new for the Glacier Skywalk. Modeled after the Grand Canyon Skywalk, this horseshoe-shaped bridge lets guests walk out over the cliffside glacier.
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Banff, ABBanff is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.
Day 4:Banff Gondola (optional) - Hoodoos - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & lunch (optional) - Johnston Canyon - Banff(82 km)
Today we will head to Banff National Park. To enhance the travel experience, enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit with Banff Gondola (optional surcharge). Next, there are multiple attractions following, such as Banff Hoodoos, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and the spectacular viewpoint for the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Finally, we will be hiking at Johnston Canyon.
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Banff National Park, ABCanada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
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Sulphur MountainThis 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 GondolaEnjoy a 1.5-hour round-trip gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in stunning views, explore the boardwalk, visit two small museums, and enjoy dining options(additional charge) at the top.
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HoodoosHoodoos 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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Bow FallsBow Falls is not like your typical waterfall, it is wide and short. You can also see the valley that was eroded by glacier activity and the [Bow Falls] over the years.
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Surprise CornerSurprise Corner is about a mile from the centre of Banff town. The surprise at the corner of Tunnel Mountain Road in the town of Banff is the sudden appearance and incredible view of the [Fairmont Banff Springs]
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Fairmont Banff Springs HotelA UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world-famous Fairmont Banff Springs is a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff. Enjoy outdoor adventures like hiking, skiing, wildlife tours, and gondola rides. Relax amidst stunning mountain views and pristine lakes at this legendary "Castle in the Rockies."
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Johnston CanyonJohnston 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.
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Banff, ABBanff is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.
Day 5:Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Lake Louise Village Lunch (optional) - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge(253 km)
We will pass by Castle Mountain on the way to Lake Louise, overlooked by a stately chateau and backed by Victoria Glacier and elevated by Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, followed closely by Moraine Lake (Open Seasonally.). Set in the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks.
After lunch, we will enter the Yoho National Park, passing by Spiral Tunnel and arriving to Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.
Then we will be back to Calgary.
After lunch, we will enter the Yoho National Park, passing by Spiral Tunnel and arriving to Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.
Then we will be back to Calgary.
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Banff National Park, ABCanada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
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Lake Louiseknown for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks, overlooked by a stately chateau and backed by [Victoria Glacier] and elevated by [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise]
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Moraine LakeThis 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.
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Yoho National Park, BCThese 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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Spiral Tunnels (Passing By)[Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.
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Emerald LakeThe 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 BridgeThe 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.
Departure & Return
- Upon arrival at Vancouver Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel for check-in.
- Drop off points: (If you don't need to purchase the post tour on last day)
Banff drop off point: Elk + Avenue Hotel, address: 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1B1
Calgary drop off point 1: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza, address: 1316 33rd St NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6
Calgary drop off point 2: Delta Calgary Downtown, address: 209 4th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0C6
Calgary drop off point 3: Calgary airport, Please arrange your return flight after 9:30PM (domestic flights) and 10:30PM (international flights)
According to itinerary arrangement, the drop off time may be changed. The specific time is subject to the actual situation.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Hotel accommodations for 4 Nights as listed
Professional Tour Guide
National Park Pass
Traffic Accident Insurance
Air-conditioned vehicle
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Price Excludes
Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance
Driver and tour guide service fee(will be added when checking out)
Optional activity expenses (will be added when checking out)
Refunds for costs caused by force majeure
Fuel Surcharge (Mandatory): C$5/pp/day.
Additional Notes
If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, you will be charged C$30/pp for a second pick-up service.
According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expense, laundry, catering).
All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) to meet the group at the next designated meeting location.
During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a "Letter of Liability Release", no exceptions.
Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 10 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
All add-on activity & meal options must be purchased 10 days before the tour start, and subject to availability of resources.
Luggage Policy: Each guest is allowed 1 check-in bag (total dimensions must not exceed 62 inches), 1 carry-on, and 1 personal item. Extra luggage will not be allowed.