11-Days Whistler, Victoria, Chemainus, Rocky Mountains, Banff, Calgary, Drumheller Tour from Vancouver
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Banff National Park, Calgary, Drumheller, Jasper National Park, Kamloops, Okanagan, Seattle, Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, Yoho National Park, Valemount, Kelowna, Banff.
- 1 complimentary breakfast
- Overnight in distinctive chalets at Icefield Parkway
- Visit Banff, Icefield, Jasper, Calgary
- Vancouver Night Tour: Buy One Get One Free
Itinerary
Day 1
Tour Options: Vancouver; Seattle - Vancouver
Today we will gather in Seattle. After pickup from the airport, we will take an excursion of the city that includes a brief stop at Space Needle. At the end of the day we will transfer to the hotel in Vancouver, BC.
Seattle, WA
This city in the top-left corner of the United States is a major seaport as well as a cultural center. Whether you want to enjoy the scenery, grab some great coffee, or learn history, Seattle has something to offer.
Space Needle
This icon of the American Northwest has adorned everything for movie screens to postage stamps. Built in 1961 for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle features outdoor elevators and a rotating restaurant at its top.
Today we will gather in Vancouver. Our guide will meet you at the airport for transfer to the hotel. After, guest who arrive before 1:30 pm will take a half-day tour of the city that includes stops at Canada Place, Vancouver Convention Center, Olympic Cauldron and Stanley Park etc, and take a mini ferry ride to Granville Island.
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver
Type A and B Hotels Located in Central Richmond:
Type A Value hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Best Western Plus or Similar
Type B Deluxehotel: Executive Plaza / Westin Wall Centre or Similar
Type C and D Hotels Located in Downtown Vancouver
Type C Budgethotel: Barclay Inn or Similar
Type D Premium hotel: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre or Similar
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver
Type A and B Hotels Located in Central Richmond:
Type A Value hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Best Western Plus or Similar
Type B Deluxehotel: Executive Plaza / Westin Wall Centre or Similar
Type C and D Hotels Located in Downtown Vancouver
Type C Budgethotel: Barclay Inn or Similar
Type D Premium hotel: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre or Similar
Vancouver, BC
Between the North Shore mountains and the Pacific, with Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown and the Capilano Suspension Bridge inside the city and its edges.
Stanley Park
One of Vancouver's main tourist attractions and beloved by visitors and locals alike, this massive park on the western coast of Canada is not to be missed. Stanley Park was the first park in Vancouver, and remains the largest.
Canada Place
The roof of Canada Place, Vancouver's large convention facility, is made of cloth pieces to resemble sails. This complex contains the Vancouver Convention Center, the local cruise ship terminals, the city's World Trade Center, and a hotel.
Olympic Cauldron
Constructed for the 2010 Winter Olympics, Vancouver's Olympic Cauldron stands as a reminder of the legacy of those great games. Located by the Vancouver Convention Center, the cauldron is an interesting piece of architecture.
Granville island
Granville Island is a peninsula off of the main hub of the city of Vancouver, a shopping district across the water from the downtown area, as well as a center of art and culture for the city.
Vancouver Convention Centre
The Vancouver Convention Centre in British Columbia, Canada is one of the country's largest convention centers. It has twice been selected as the "World's Best Convention Center." The Center was an important place in the 2010 Winter Olympics.
We will board BC Ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay. Then we will visit the Butchart Gardens, pass by the Gate of Harmonious at Chinatown. We will also visit Fairmont Empress, BC Legislative Buildings, Thunderbird Park, Beacon Hill Park and Mile "0". We will explore more of the Inner Harbour, take optional activities: ride a carriage tour, enjoy a premium afternoon tea at Empress Hotel, or visit the Royal BC Museum.
Victoria, BC
This city on Vancouver Island in the central Pacific Ocean is the capital of British Columbia. It is home to many popular attractions, such as Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and more.
Butchart Gardens
These world-famous floral gardens are located on a 55-acre estate on Vancouver Island's southeastern point in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. People from around the world have been coming to see the gardens for more than 100 years.
Chinatown Victoria
The oldest Chinatown in Canada is located on the Pacific coast of British Columbia in the city of Victoria. This artistic and cultural center has features such as its famous Chinese Gate, which is guarded by lion statues.
Victoria Harbour
This seaport in the city of Victoria is the local cruise ship and tourist entry and exit point for the city, covering 620 acres of water. It separates downtown from the Victoria West neighborhood.
BC Parliament Buildings
The British Columbia Parliament Buildings are where the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia meet. They are located in Victoria, British Columbia, at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Visitors can marvel at the Baroque architecture and sprawling lawns.
Thunderbird Park
This historic and cultural park in the heart of Victoria is decorated with an assortment of authentic totem poles carved by several different First Nations peoples. The park is also home to historic buildings from the mid-1800s.
Beacon Hill Park
Beacon Hill Park, located in Victoria, British Columbia, contains hiking trails, a waterpark, two playgrounds, a petting zoo, and botanical gardens, among many other attractions. Loved by locals and tourists alike, the 200-acre park has something for everyone.
Mile Zero
An area of southwestern Beacon Hill Park at Douglas Street in Victoria, British Columbia is the beginning of Canada's Number 1 Highway, which stretches the entire length of the country. A monument marks "mile zero" to visitors.
Royal British Columbia Museum
Founded in 1886, the Royal British Columbia Museum consists of The Province of British Columbia's natural and human history museum as well as the British Columbia Provincial Archives.
We will visit the Hatley Castle and the Goldstream Provincial Park to discover heritage and nature wonders. Then we will head to Chemainus after visiting the Totem city - Duncan. The murals on the streets illustrate the development of Chemainus. Next we will arrive at Nanaimo and return to Vancouver by tour bus, or by seaplane (surcharge applies).
Victoria, BC
This city on Vancouver Island in the central Pacific Ocean is the capital of British Columbia. It is home to many popular attractions, such as Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and more.
Hatley Castle
This mansion and estate in Victoria is part of a Canadian National Historic Site. Since 1995, it has been used as a part of the Royal Roads University.
Goldstream Provincial Park
Known for its wildlife - like the annual salmon run and the large population of bald eagles that feed on said salmon - this park in British Columbia measures 937 acres.
Duncan, BC
Dubbed the "City of Totems," Duncan has more than 80 First Nations carvings located throughout town, and is also home to the Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre.
Chemainus, BC
Chemainus is a charming Cowichan Valley town located in the Vancouver Island region. Chemainus is noted for its creative community, but its artistic flair is most evident in the 40 plus vivid murals scattered around town that depict its culture and history.
Today we will start the journey along the Sea to Sky Highway, pass by Horseshoe Bay, Stawamus Chief to the Whistler Ski Resort. After a ride of the Whistler Mountain Gondola and Peak 2 Peak Gondola, we will relax and shop at the mountain or in the village.
We will return to Vancouver by bus or by seaplane (surcharge applies) in the late afternoon.
Whistler, BC
Whistler is a Canadian resort town in the southern Pacific Ranges of the Coast Mountains in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Over two million visitors come to Whistler annually, primarily for alpine skiing and snowboarding and in summer, mountain biking at Whistler Blackcomb.
Sea to Sky Highway
The "Sea to Sky Highway" is the name given to the section of Highway 99 from Horseshoe Bay to Pemberton. From Horseshoe Bay, the highway travels along the coastline.
Whistler Ski Resort
The largest ski resort in North America is located about 75 miles north of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. Whistler Blackcomb sees more than two million visitors every year. In the summer, parts of it become a bike park.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
The Peak 2 Peak Gondola is a cable car that connects Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains at the Whister-Blackcomb Ski Resort in British Columbia, Canada. It hold the world record for longest span between towers for a cable car.
Closed for maintenance: Oct 28 - Nov 17,2019.
We will start our journey via the Trans-Canada Highway. Passing through Hope and Merritt, we will head for the only GMP certified Ginseng factory in Kamloops. We will stroll through Well's Gray Provincial Park and settle down in Valemount.
Hope, BC
Hope town is around 150 kilometers away from Vancouver and also is at the southern end of the Fraser Canyon.Perfect place to enjoy the views by fishing, mountain biking and flightseeing.
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.
Kamloops, BC
Kamloops 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.
Sunmore Ginseng Factory
The 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.
We will make a brief stop at Mt. Robson, have a peaceful moment at Pyramid Lake and Patricia Lake in Jasper National Park. After visiting Athabasca Falls, we will ride abroad on a specially designed vehicle Ice Explorer and feel the Athabasca Glacier. We will step out on Glacier Skywalk where glass is all that separates you from birds soaring below. We will enjoy the night in wooden resort at Icefields Parkway, the heart of the Rockies.
Valemount, BC
It is the nearest community to the west of Jasper National Park, and is also the nearest community to Mount Robson Provincial Park. This is a planned new ski and sightseeing resort.
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.
Pyramid Lake
Pyramid Lake is kidney-shaped lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. It lies at the foot of Pyramid Mountain, a natural landmark that overlooks the town of Jasper.
Patricia Lake
Patricia Lake is a lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada, near the town of Jasper. It was named for Princess Patricia of Connaught, a granddaughter of Queen Victoria.It is connected by Pyramid Lake road and hiking trails to the town of Jasper, as well as other tourist sites such as Pyramid Lake and Pyramid Mountain.
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.
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.
We will take the optional Helicopter Tour in the morning! Then we will continue to Peyto Lake, Moraine Lake (subject to road condition) and stroll along Lake Louise. We will enjoy lunch at the Chateau Lake Louise (meal plan). We will also ride the Gondola to catch a spectacular view of the Rockies. Later, we will head to Town of Banff and explore at your own pace.
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!
Peyto Lake
Peyto Lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park is known for its stunning aqua-blue coloration. It can be best seen from a viewing point just off the Icefield Parkway; this is considered one of the best views in Canada.
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.
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.
Banff, AB
Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" 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.
We will proceed to Bow Fall, Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. We will enjoy leisure time around the city of Calgary after taking a photo at Calgary Tower. Next we will head to Drumheller, discover the biggest dinosaur, visit Royal Tyrrell museum and Hoodoos. We will stay overnight in Calgary.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Drumheller, AB
Drumheller is a town within the Red Deer River valley in the badlands of east-central Alberta, Canada. The Drumheller portion of the Red Deer River valley, often referred to as Dinosaur Valley, has an approximate width of 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) and an approximate length of 28 kilometres (17 mi).
Royal Tyrrell Museum
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is a Canadian tourist attraction and a centre of palaeontological research noted for its collection of more than 130,000 fossils.
Calgary, AB
Calgary is a fun city surrounded by natural landscapes, most notable
Banff National Park and
Jasper National Park. The local area offers stunning views of the
Rocky Mountains. It is accessible via
Vancouver,
Seattle and other Canadian cities.
Calgary Tower
Looming 627 feet above the rest of the city, the Calgary Tower is an observation tower in downtown Calgary. The tower houses a revolving restaurant and is connected to the city's Plus 15 Skyway network of elevated pedestrian walkways.
We will explore Johnston Canyon with roaring water, breathtaking cliffs and rushing waterfalls in the morning. Then we will enter Yoho National Park, visit Takakkaw Falls, Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge. After passing through Golden and Kicking Horse Path, we will head to the "Last Spike". We will stay overnight in Vernon.
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.
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.
Kicking Horse Path
This pass through the Canadian Rockies is significant for spanning the North American Continental Divide. It is a National Historic Site of Canada and a popular sightseeing spot. The Trans-Canada Highway crosses the Rocky Mountains by way of the pass.
Salmon Arm, BC
Salmon 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.
Eagle Pass/Last Spike
The 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.
Today we will proceed to Kelowna. Next we will search for monster "Ogopogo" from the First Nations' history at Lake Okanagan. We will taste certified organic wine at the most visited winery. Later we will return to Vancouver via Fraser Valley by dusk.
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.
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.
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.
Okanagan Lake
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.
Day 11
Tour Options: Vancouver; Vancouver - Seattle
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.
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
Between the North Shore mountains and the Pacific, with Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown and the Capilano Suspension Bridge inside the city and its edges.
Departure & Return
Departure:
- Seattle in: Please meet tour guide at the CLAIM BELT #14 at 12:00pm (On Sat, it'll delay 30mins on 12:30pm) at SeaTac airport or meet the tour guide at Pier 91 or 66 at approx. 1:15pm/ Pier 55 STARBUCKS Main Entrance at approx. 1:45pm.
- Vancouver Airport in: (If you want to take a half-day tour of the Vancouver city, please meet tour guide before 1:30 pm.)
- Domestic arrivals please wait at the CLAIM BELT #3 in domestic arrival hall.
- International arrivals, your tour escort will wait at "Welcome Figures" wooden statue in Arrival Hall. Free airport pickup service available between 8:00am-9:30pm (Type A, Type B Hotel); if you upgrade your hotel to downtown area, the free drop off service is available between 8:00am-8:00pm (Type C, Type D Hotel located in downtown Vancouver).
- Vancouver Pier in: Complimentary pick up from Pan Pacific Hotel Entrance after luggage pick-up, arrive before 9:45am.
Return:
- Seattle out: Please arrange your return flight leave Seattle Seatac Airport after 3:30pm.
- Vancouver out: Free airport drop off service available between 8:00am-9:30pm (Type A, Type B Hotel); if you upgrade your hotel to downtown area, the free drop off service is available between 8:00am-8:00pm (Type C, Type D Hotel located in downtown Vancouver).
- Please arrange your flight to depart after 9:30pm.
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
- Vancouver Night tour is complimentary to max. 2 guests per room. The 3rd/ 4th guest is at CAD35 per person. Subject to availability; while suppliers last (Duration about 2 hours; May 1 to Sep 16)
- Service charge of $40 per room per night will be added if you opt to stay at a specific hotel.
- Limited to one medium sized suitcase and one carry-on luggage per person. Any additional luggage may be charge of $35 per piece.
- All hotel rooms are non-smoking. Any violation will be penalized $350 and up (non-refundable cleaning fee).
Policies
Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 0-11 yrs old sharing bed with adults. Customers are welcome to use child safety seats on that have lap and/or shoulder belts/harnesses.
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 penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
23-30 days prior to departure date - 30% penalty
15-22 days prior to departure date - 50% penalty
No refund within 14-day prior to departure date. No partial refund on any unused services.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds 30 days after completion of the tour.
23-30 days prior to departure date - 30% penalty
15-22 days prior to departure date - 50% penalty
No refund within 14-day prior to departure date. No partial refund on any unused services.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. The refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds 30 days after completion of the tour.
Rockies hotel upgrade is non-refundable once booking confirmed.
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.
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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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