Vancouver Island & Northern Rockies
11 days
from Vancouver to Calgary
From
$ 3199
Duration11 days
Discover the many landscapes, animals, and ways of life in the Canadian Rockies through an engaging 11-day tour. Venture to Vancouver Island and embark on the Inside Passage ferry, which takes you through glacial fjords to spot orcas and porpoises. Visit a collection of totem poles and immerse yourself in First Nation cultures. After all of these incredible encounters, you'll soon agree that the west coast is the best coast.
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Duration: 11 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: VancouverPhysical Grading: Average
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Ends in: CalgaryAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver
Start place: Vancouver
Arrive at any time.
End place: Vancouver
Day 2: Vancouver/Victoria
Start place: Vancouver
Catch a ferry to Vancouver island, and travel to the city of Victoria. Opt to visit a museum, Butchart Gardens, or explore the city.
End place: Victoria
Meals: B
Day 3: Victoria/Port Hardy
Start place: Victoria
Enjoy free time in Victoria this morning. In the afternoon, take in the scenery while travelling to Port Hardy at the northern tip of Vancouver Island.
End place: Port Hardy
Meals: B
Day 4: Port Hardy/Prince Rupert
Start place: Port Hardy
The ride is long, but spectacular. With a full day to relax, enjoy the scenery, read a book, or dine at the onboard restaurants. Reach Prince Rupert late in the evening.
Embark on a ferry through the famous Inside Passage. The glacial fjords provide spectacular scenery along the route and a safe haven for all types of wildlife, including orcas and porpoises.
Due to ferry schedules, there may be layovers at certain stops along the route. If this occurs, your CEO will arrange to visit nearby local towns (time permitting).
End place: Prince Rupert
Meals: B
Day 5: Prince Rupert/Smithers
Start place: Prince Rupert
Discover the First Nations cultures of Northern BC on a day tour around Smithers. Stay overnight in a remote lodge surrounded by nature.
End place: Smithers
Meals: B
Day 6: Smithers
Start place: Smithers
Enjoy a free day to explore the wilderness around Smithers. Opt to visit Babine Mountains Provincial Park, Moricetown Canyon, Driftwood Canyon Provincial Park, or hike one of many trails in the area.
End place: Smithers
Meals: B
Day 7: Smithers/Prince George
Start place: Smithers
Enjoy a free morning for activities around Smithers before travelling to Prince George, the largest city in Northern British Columbia.
End place: Prince George
Meals: B
Day 8: Prince George/Jasper
Start place: Prince George
Travel to Jasper National Park. En route, stop at the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson. Visit the Interpretation Centre, and go for a short hike to take in the views.
End place: Jasper
Meals: B
Day 9: Jasper
Start place: Jasper
Enjoy a free day to explore Jasper National Park. Opt to hike at Maligne Canyon, go for a boat cruise, or get the adrenaline pumping with whitewater rafting. In the evening, visit the Miette Hot Springs.
End place: Jasper
Meals: B
Day 10: Jasper/Canmore
Start place: Jasper
Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. We stop a number of times along the way to take in the scenery and search for wildlife.
Travel to Canmore via one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Stop at the Columbia Icefield en route.
End place: Canmore
Meals: B
Day 11: Canmore/Calgary
Start place: Canmore
Travel to Calgary, a modern city that honours its cowboy roots. Tour ends on arrival to Calgary.
End place: Calgary
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Wellness Moment: Miette Hot Springs Visit, Jasper National Park
- Inside Passage cruise
- First Nations day tour (Smithers)
- Mt Robson stop with visit to Interpretation Centre
- Miette Hot Springs visit
- Icefields Parkway drive
- Columbia Icefield stop
- Free time in Victoria, Smithers, and Jasper National Park
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry, Walking -
Accommodation
Hotels (6 nts), Lodges (4 nts)