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5-Day Banff National Park Winter Tour from Vancouver, Calgory out, with Airport Transfer Tour Code: 773-19412

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Mon, Tue
Seattle, WA; Vancouver, Canada
English; Mandarin Chinese
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Visit Banff National Park, Banff, Salmon Arm, Kelowna, Okanagan.
  • Vancouver in, Calgary out. one way trip, no turning back.
  • Enjoy a complimentary Banff Hot Spring ticket and fully get to experience the original ecological Sulphur Mountain Hot Spring
  • Take an in-depth look at the Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, a picture-perfect mountain town and village and so much more!
  • Explore the abundant wildlife and all the amazing views along the scenic drives to Banff National Park.
Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Price (/person)
    Single $1058
    Double $648
    3rd Person
    Adult $378
    Child
    (Age 2-9)    		 $378
    4th Person
    Adult $318
    Child
    (Age 2-9)    		 $318
Price (/person)
    Single $818
    Double $528
    3rd Person
    Adult $378
    Child
    (Age 2-9)    		 $378
    4th Person
    Adult $318
    Child
    (Age 2-9)    		 $318
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Pricing Policy

Day 1 Afternoon Activity Date / Date RangeAdultChild
3-hour Vancouver tour - Surcharge - Pickup from YVR Airport before 12:15 Year round $1$1
Optional Meal Plan (/person) Date / Date RangeAdultChild
total 4 meals - 1B/2L/1D - Surcharge Year round $98$88
Fuel Surcharge Date / Date RangeAdultChild
5-Day Fuel Surcharge Year round $25$25
Admission fees Date / Date RangeAdultChild
National Park Fee+Sulfur Mountain Gondola Ride+Cave and Basin National Historic Site - Surcharge Year round $75$45
Pickup Location Date / Date RangeAdultChild
Seattle in by Quick Shuttle - Surcharge Year round $110$110
Vancouver in by Cruise with 3 -hour Vancouver tour - Surcharge Year round $1$1
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Day 1: Seattle-Vancouver (142 miles)

Today, guests will gather at the airport in Seattle or Vancouver. Overnight at Vancouver.
For all guests who collect luggage and meet with the guide before 12:15pm, you may pay $1 to participate in the 3-hour Vancouver tour. Please patiently wait in the airport lobby and we will depart from the airport at 12:30pm.

  • Vancouver, BC

    Vancouver, BC
    This city in British Columbia is the most populated metro area in western Canada. This historic city grew from an 1867 settlement called "Gastown." Visitors can take a boat ride to nearby Victoria on Vancouver Island.

    Vancouver Tour

    We will visit Gastown, 2010 Winter Olympics Torch Plaza and Canada Place, pass by Chinatown.

    Pay on site: $25 per person. No reservation required but subject to the availability. Tips for professional guide of water activities: $10/person. Available for customers departing from the airport ONLY.

    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

Standard Hotel: Hampton Inn / Accent Inn / Coast Vancouver Airport Hotel or similar

Day 2: Vancouver-Kelowna-Okanagan-Revelstoke (346 miles)

In the morning, we will pass through the town of Merritt and head to visit the famous local "VQA" rare wine winery. Shortly after, we will head to Kelowna: the hometown of fruits in BC and take a visit to the Okanagan Lake. Finally, we will overnight at Revelstoke or Salmon Arm.

  • Kelowna, BC

    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.

    Grizzli Winery

    Grizzli Winery is located in the center of Okanagan, Canada. The Winery is surrounded by a number of mountains and lakes! The sunshine and large temperature differences between day and night helps create the uniquely tasting wines.

  • 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.
Standard Hotel: Sandman Hotel / Days Inn / Travelodge Inn Or Hilltop Inn - Salmon Arm Or similar
Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Meal Plan

Day 3: Revelstoke - Yoho National Park - Banff National Park - Banff (235 miles)

Today, we will visit the famous "Last Spike" in the Pacific Railroad Memorial Park. Drive through the Yoho National Park and then come to the Vermillion Lake. It's a good place for photographers from all over the world to take pictures here. Then we will go to visit the Bow Falls. Afterwards, we will continue to the Banff National Park and take the Banff Gondola at own expense to arrive at the summit of Sulfur Mountain. You'll get a ticket of Banff Upper Hot Spring as a gift. Later on, we will go to Banff Town, the European style town of Rocky Mountain and also a commercial area within the National Park, where there are restaurants, hotels, shopping and entertainment.

  • Salmon Arm, BC

    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

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

  • Yoho National Park, AB

    Yoho National Park, AB
    These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Vermillion Lake

    The lake comes from the sulfur hot springs of the nearby Sulfur Mountain, so the riverbed is cinnabar brown, and the shore is swampy, with a natural smell of sulfur in the slimy mud. Here, as long as you look up, you will see the pretty Rundle Mountain.

    Bow Falls

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Sulfur Mountain Gondola Ride

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Banff Upper Hot Springs

    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.

    1.Outdoor natural hot springs: There is large temperature difference in the winter so please keep warm after the hot spring. 2.The recommend soaking time should not exceed 20 minutes. 3.Locker (CAD2.00) available. 4.Swimwear and towel rental services provided. 5.Banff Upper Hot Springs admission is included. No refund if guest doesn't join this activity due to their self reasons or attractions maintenance.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

  • Banff, AB

    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.
Standard Hotel: ElK+ Ave Hotel Or Irwin's Mountain Inn Or similar
Breakfast: Meal Plan|Lunch: Meal Plan

Day 4: Banff - Lake Minnewanka - Johnston Canyon - Banff (107 miles)

Today we will go to Lake Minnewanka to enjoy the unique "bubbly lake" scenery in winter. And we will pass by Two Jack Lake along the way. We will then visit the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, where you will learn about the history of hot springs using. Then we return to Banff to have a leisurely lunch. You may take photos with the popular Banff Logo Sign. In the afternoon, we will drive along the beautiful Bow Valley Parkway to Johnston Canyon. Follow us to hike in the famous Ice Walk (rivet crampons will be used for free) and enjoy the pure white in winter!

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Minnewanka Lake

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Two Jack Lake (Passing By)

    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.

  • Banff, AB

    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.

    Cave and Basin National Historic Site

    The place to know about the history of this National Park. The Canadian National Park system was effectively born at these hot springs, discovered accidentally by three Canadian Pacific Railway employees on their day off in 1883.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 15 Minutes

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Johnston Canyon

    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 15 Minutes

    Johnston Canyon Ice walk

    Johnston Canyon Ice walk
    Experience the Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada with an unforgettable ice walk excursion. Admire beautiful scenery, including high hanging waterfalls, and local wildlife while walking snow and ice gorges. Guests should dress in skiwear including hats, gloves, and warm boots.
Standard Hotel: Elk + Avenue Hotel Or Irwin's Mountain Inn Or similar

Day 5: Banff - Marble Canyon -Lake Louise - Banff/Calgary (168 miles)

After breakfast, we will drive west to the popular hiking spot Marble Canyon. And we will pass through the Castle Mountain, an impressive landmark. In the afternoon we will take a visit to the beautiful Lake Louise in the Rocky Mountains. Every year from January to April, the grand Ice Magic Festival is held here, attracting ice sculpture artists and enthusiasts from all over the world. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, located on the lakeside, looks like something out of a painting, with snow-capped mountains and glacial lakes complementing each other. You can choose to participate in our optional activities.
Recommended activities for enriching the trip in the Lake Louise area (Choose max 2):
1. Snow Shoeing (winter only): free use of snow shoes;
2. Afternoon tea at Fairmont Louise Lake Castle Hotel;
3. Lake Louise Horse Sleigh Rides (winter only): about 45 mins.

  • Kootenay National Park, BC

    Kootenay National Park is located in southeastern British Columbia Canada, covering 1,406 km² in the Canadian Rockies, and forms part of a World Heritage Site.

    Marble Canyon

    A canyon surrounding Tokumm Creek just above its confluence with the Vermilion River, at the north end of Kootenay National Park in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, Canada.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Lake Louise

    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.

    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

    Lake Louise Ski Resort

    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.

    Snowshoeing

    Snowshoeing
    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

    Sleigh Rides

    Admire surrounding mountain ranges aboard a horse drawn carriage for a memorable and festive winter tour. The sleigh ride is perfect for families and offers stunning scenic backdrop while gliding across the meadows in Bantiff, Alberta. During mild weather, sleighs are replaced by wagons.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $53; Child (4-10 yrs) $46|Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

We reserve the right to modify the itineraries for smooth tour operation, the final itinerary is subject to tour confirmation.
  • Vancouver Airport Pickup: Free transfer from the Vancouver airport is available on 10:00am, 12:30pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm, 9:00pm (Need to pay the service fee C$5 per person to the driver). Your tour escort will be holding a sign with your name. Domestic arrivals should meet at the number 3 luggage carousel, and international arrivals in the arrival lobby (Aboriginal sculpture).
    Vancouver Cruise Terminal Pickup: Pan Pacific Hotel Entrance, free pick-up time is 11:30
    Quick shuttle station Pickup: River Rock Casino Hotel Entrance, free pick-up time is 18:00
  • Vancouver airport charged pick-up service during 7:00AM - 11:00PM:
    the first two persons at C$90 with C$20 for each additional person.

  • Seattle paid pick-up information:

    1. Quick Shuttle between Seattle Airport and Vancouver hotel: Booking Quick Shuttle from Seattle Airport (SEA), Bus departs from the Baggage 4-5 Claim area outside door number 6 \in Bays 4-5. Seattle downtown (Seattle-Washington State Convention Center) 502 S. King St. Seattle WA 98104, Seattle-Pier 66/91 to Vancouver hotel (Richmond- River Rock Casino), and we will arrange the vehicle to pick up guests from Richmond- River Rock Casino to our group's hotel.

    Quick Shuttle price: one-way USD$110/person.

    The ride time is generally about 4-5 hours. The actual ticket information shall prevail after the specific information is placed in the order. You can check more information about taking Quick Shuttle.

    *Please be advised, this fare is 100% non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-transferable.

    2. Seattle-Vancouver round-trip chartered service: 7-person Van, with a maximum of 6 people; one-way USD$700/van.

Price Includes

  • 4 nights hotel accommodation
  • Complimentary Airport pick-up and drop off
  • All domestic ground transportation
  • Tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour
  • All taxes included

Price Excludes

Destination Adult Child
Banff National Park
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Afternoon Tea (Optional) $103 $55 (Under 12 yrs)
Sleigh Rides (Optional) $53 $46 (4-10 yrs)
  • 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.
  • Air fares between your city and the departure city.
  • All meals and drinks during the trip, although eating arrangements will be made by the tour guide.
  • Mandatory service fees: for tour guide and bus driver ($12.00/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

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  • Booking: Please book airline tickets after your tour booking is confirmed, which should be within 2-3 business day.
  • 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.
  • Hotel rooms: Each hotel room can accommodate no more than 4 guests (adults or children), and existing bedding must be used.

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  • All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book airline tickets until you have received the confirmation.

Redemption

  • You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order is received. Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip, they are your proof of purchase.

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  • All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking.
  • Changes to Reservations: A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.
  • Cancellation penalties per person
    (Notification day and departure day are not counted)
    31 days or more prior to departure - CAD$25/person.
    15-30 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    Within 14 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
    Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    No cancel and No change is allowed for any tour involved in train or cruise, OR 100% of total purchase amount will be charged.
    Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a schedule trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every efforts to maintain the normal operation.
    The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
  • Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
  • We reserve right to cancel a schedule and 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.
  • We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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