Start your journey in multicultural Toronto and visit the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls. Take a flight to Calgary – the gateway to the Rockies. Internationally acclaimed, scenic highways traverse Banff and Jasper National Parks, revealing the stark beauty of ancient glaciers and the glass-like reflections of mountain lakes. See ranch lands that maintain a vibrant cowboy culture, while the lofty heights of Whistler embody alpine luxury and celebrate outdoor adventure. Immerse yourself in the cultural diversity and invigorating West Coast chic lifestyles of Victoria and Vancouver.
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Arrive at Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Individual transfer to your centrally-located hotel. After checking in with your tour director, the remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Toronto.
Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar.
We start the day with a Toronto sightseeing tour and discover the many identities of Canada’s most cosmopolitan city. Highlights include the provincial legislative buildings (Queen’s Park), City Hall, the financial district, Chinatown, residential areas, the waterfront, and a ride up the CN Tower.
The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration, shopping, or simple relaxation. Overnight in Toronto. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar.
Enjoy a full-day excursion to the splendour of Niagara Falls — a highlight of any Canada vacation!
Our route takes us through the lush fruit-growing district of the Niagara Peninsula and we see the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The Niagara Parkway follows the Niagara River, bordered by parkland, and leads us to our first unforgettable glimpse of the falls.
Included is a thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises – Voyage to the Falls, taking us right to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls. Afterward, you can enjoy an optional Niagara Helicopter Tour or Niagara Skywheel that gives you a breathtaking view of the Niagara Falls region. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, or similar.
Today we transfer to Pearson International Airport in Toronto and check in for our flight to Calgary, Alberta. Crossing two thousand kilometres of Canadian wilderness and western wheatland, we arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfer to our hotel.
After check-in at the hotel, the remainder of the day is free. Explore the Old West at the Glenbow Museum or Fort Calgary on your own, browse through the Eau Claire Market, ride up the Calgary Tower for a great view and savour the amazing restaurants and dynamic nightlife. Overnight in Calgary. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott, Calgary, or similar.
We begin the day with a Calgary city tour before travelling west on the Trans-Canada Highway into the rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
The majestic peaks of the Canadian Rockies soon fill the horizon as we approach Banff National Park, the first of several stops in the Canadian national parks system. We soon arrive in the charming resort town of Banff. Overnight in Banff. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar.
Today we will enjoy a tour of Banff and its surroundings. The area became Canada’s first national park in 1885 to protect its natural hot springs.
An optional Helicopter Sightseeing Tour will give you the chance to see the eastern ranges of the Rocky Mountains. Alternatively, you can take an optional gondola ride to spectacular Sulphur Mountain. Bring your camera!
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the surroundings of Banff, stroll along Banff Avenue, or relax and enjoy the scenery. Overnight in Banff. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar.
Today’s journey through Banff and Jasper national parks is one of the most popular in the Highlights of Canada tour package.
Shortly after leaving Banff, we visit the famous scenery of Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in Canada. Afterwards, we travel north on the famed Icefields Parkway through a rugged wilderness flanked by dramatic mountain ranges.
At the Columbia Icefield, we board a specially constructed Ice Explorer to ride on the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Close to Jasper, you have the chance to go on an optional raft trip on the Athabasca River. Your experienced guide will point out the natural and human history as you raft through short rapids and stretches of calm waters. Overnight in Jasper. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Lobstick Lodge, Jasper, or similar.
Before leaving Jasper National Park this morning, you can take part in an optional Spirit Island Cruise on Maligne Lake, the most picturesque and largest glacier-fed lake in the park. Alternatively, you may take an optional motorcycle tour of Jasper, riding in the comfortable sidecar with an unmatched view of the forests and mountains.
Then, our Canadian vacation takes us west along the Yellowhead Highway and into the heartland of British Columbia. Breathtaking, unspoiled vistas await visitors in every season of the year. The route passes along the Thompson River and through the picturesque Shuswap Highlands. Overnight in Kamloops. Meals: B.
Accommodation at The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre, Kamloops, or similar.
We can expect a day of dramatic scenery changes when we drive through the ranchlands and head for the coastal mountains. A journey along the Duffey Lake Road exposes new vistas at every turn.
An optional Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over Garibaldi Park gives you an inspiring view of a natural preserve of volcanic peaks, alpine lakes, and meadows.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Whistler. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Whistler Village Suites, Whistler, or similar.
The Sea-to-Sky Highway leads us south through spectacular coastal scenery today. You will visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge suspended high above a magnificent canyon.
From Horseshoe Bay, we cruise by ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island and continue by coach to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital city and a former British enclave. Upon arrival, we embark on a Victoria city tour. Overnight in Victoria. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, Victoria, or similar.
Proud of her maritime heritage, Victoria has a charming coastal vibe and many 19th-century landmarks to explore throughout the city.
Today we treat ourselves to a tour of the world-famous Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s great floral displays, set in a reclaimed stone quarry. Time will be allocated here for browsing through the regal gardens.
You can take part in an optional Floatplane Sightseeing Tour over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca with the Olympic Mountains in the distance.
You can also go on an optional Whalewatching Excursion aboard a Zodiac or a regular vessel. Watch for the magnificent orcas and the abundance of marine wildlife.
The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city’s delights. Overnight in Victoria. Meals: B.
Accommodation at the Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, Victoria, or similar.
We continue through the resort region of the Gulf Islands to the oceanside city of Vancouver. Upon arrival, we enjoy a fascinating Vancouver city tour, including famous locations like Stanley Park, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown, and much more.
The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration or simple relaxation. This evening features our farewell dinner. Overnight in Vancouver. Meals: B, D.
Accommodation at the Sutton Place Hotel, Vancouver, or similar.
A time for last-minute shopping and sad farewells. Individual transfer to Vancouver International Airport in time to check in for your return flight. Meals: B.