Great Parks of the West

Vancouver
Vancouver
Banff
Banff
Banff
Banff
Jasper
Jasper
Jasper
Jasper
Whistler
Whistler
Whistler
Whistler
Vancouver
Vancouver

Informations générales

DuréeDestinationDépart
13 jours et 12 nuits
Canada (Vancouver, Penticton, Revelstoke, Banff, Banff National Park, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Clearwater, Whistler)
Canada (Vancouver)

Description

Beautiful Vancouver is the starting point for this two-week circular tour that showcases the national parks of the Canadian Rockies. Eastbound from Vancouver, the itinerary ventures through the Okanagan Valley, Glacier National Park, and Banff and Jasper national parks. Drive west from Jasper through the Yellowhead Pass, Wells Gray Provincial Park and Garibaldi Provincial Park before returning to Vancouver.

Catégorie

 
Economy
Private Tour
Repas selon le programme
 
Standard
Private Tour
Repas selon le programme
 
Deluxe
Private Tour
Repas selon le programme
 

Programme

Day 1:
Vancouver
Arrive Vancouver International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. The Roadbook you received will have all the information needed for your holiday/trip/journey. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2:
Vancouver
Full day in Vancouver and the surrounding area. Climb aboard a San Francisco-style trolley for a fully-commented Vancouver city tour. Sightsee at your own pace as you hop-on and hop-off for any length of time at many premier attractions, parks, gardens, galleries and restaurants. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3:
Vancouver - Penticton (417 KM)
Travel through the Coastal Mountains and Manning Provincial Park. In the park, you can take a walk on the remnants of the Dewdney Trail or the Rhododendron Flats. The town of Penticton lies at the lower end of Okanagan Lake and the lush orchards and vineyards of the Okanagan Valley. The region is also renowned for its beaches and hot, dry climate. Overnight in Penticton.

Day 4:
Penticton - Revelstoke (260 KM)
Morning is at leisure to enjoy the Okanagan Valley. Then drive past spectacular waterfalls, towering peaks and beautiful lakes en route to the Revelstoke area. Overnight near Revelstoke.

Day 5:
Revelstoke - Banff (283 KM)
Scenic drive through Glacier National Park and Rogers Pass en route to Canada's oldest national park and the bustling resort town of Banff. Overnight in Banff.

Day 6:
Banff National Park
Entire day to tour Banff and the surrounding area. We suggest a visit to the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel or Bow Falls or ride the Sulphur Mountain Gondola. You may also try river rafting or a boat tour on Lake Minnewanka. Overnight in Banff.

Day 7:
Banff - Jasper (288 KM)
Drive to Jasper via the spectacular Icefields Parkway. We suggest a stop at Peyto Lake and an Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 8:
Jasper National Park
You have a full day to relax and tour Jasper and the surrounding area. We suggest a ride on the Jasper SkyTram or a visit to Miette Hot Springs. If time permits, the Athabasca River can offer exciting whitewater rafting excursions. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 9:
Jasper - Clearwater (318 KM)
Drive the scenic Yellowhead Highway to Wells Gray Park. We suggest a stop at Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. Overnight in Clearwater.

Day 10:
Clearwater - Whistler (425 KM)
Drive along some scenic roads towards 100 Mile House, than take south along the Cariboo Highway and Duffey Lake Road to the edge of Garibaldi Provincial Park and the popular year-round resort of Whistler. Overnight in Whistler.

Day 11:
Whistler
Full day to relax and enjoy outdoor activities including hiking, sailing, windsurfing, golfing, tennis and boating, as well as shopping in Whistler Village. Overnight in Whistler.

Day 12:
Whistler - Vancouver (121 KM)
Morning at leisure to visit the village. Scenic two-hour drive to Vancouver. Evening free to do some last-minute shopping or sample the fine cuisine and nightlife of Vancouver. Overnight near Vancouver airport.

Day 13:
Vancouver
Check-in at Vancouver International Airport for your departure flight.

Le prix comprend

- Roadbook
- Provincial and Federal Taxes
- Accommodations as mentioned in the program
- Vancouver sightseeing tour (hop-on/hop-off) (48 hours)
- Parks Canada Discovery Pass (Mount Revelstoke National Park, Banff National Park, Banff Park Museum National Historic Site, Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Jasper National Park, Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site)

Le prix ne comprend pas

- Airport transfers
- Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
- Park entrance fees
- Ferry charges
- Car rental, taxes and insurance
- Optional excursions