Trip Overview

9-day Canada West: Banff, Rockies, Icefield, Victoria, Whistler, Glacier View Inn

Tourist Number: 99619
Duration: 9 days
Start City: YVR/SEA
End City: YVR/SEA
Airport Pickup:
Language: English
Departure Day:
Highlights
One night exclusively stay at Glacier View Inn, the unique hotel in the Columbia Icefield.
Visit 5 National Parks: Revelstoke, Yoho, Glacier, Banff and Jasper.
Itinerary

Special Note

All Meal Plan includes 6B / 6L / 8D;
Rockies Meal Plan includes 2B / 4L / 4D (Day3 - Day7);
Itinerary will be subject to traffic and weather. The sequence of the attractions might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.

Day 1:  Hometown - Vancouver / Hometown - Seattle - Vancouver

Trip:

Seattle,

Vancouver,

Vancouver International Airport,

Stanley Park,

Canada Place,

Fishing port small crossing

【Vancouver】:
Free YVR Airport Transfer: 8:00am - 9:30pm (Richmond hotels); 8:00am - 8:00pm (Downtown hotels)
1. Domestic Arrivals: pick up at Claim Belt #3
2. International Arrivals: pick up at the “Welcome Figures”
3. Cruise Terminal Arrivals: pick up at Pan Pacific Hotel Entrance
Bonus Complimentary City Tour! (duration: approx. 3.5 hrs; meet our tour guide before noon): Downtown, Stanley Park, Canada Place, Vancouver Convention Center and Olympic Cauldron etc. Bonus Mini Ferry Ride(subject to weather) to Granville Island!

【Seattle】:
1. Sea-Tac Airport Arrivals: pick up Claim Belt #14 at approx. 12 pm (Bonus Complimentary Mini Excursion of Seattle, rather than Vancouver;Saturday arrivals: postpones 30 mins)
2. Cruise Terminal Arrivals: pick up Pier 66 or 91 at approx. 1:15pm
3. Downtown Arrivals: pick up Seattle Aquarium Main Entrance at approx. 1:45pm. Transfer to Vancouver Hotel after a short stop at Space Needle.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 2:  Vancouver - BC Ferries - Victoria - Inner Harbour - Butchart Gardens - Vancouver

Trip:

BC Ferries Connector,

Victoria,

Victoria Inner Harbour,

British Columbia Legislature,

The Butchart Gardens

Depart for Vancouver Island by BC Ferry . Capture the scenery along the Georgia Strait. Pass by Chinatown and explore the inner harbour area of Victoria (optional carriage tour available). Visit the chateau-style Empress hotel and discover the Legislative Buildings. After touring the Thunderbird Park and the Beacon Hill Park, visit the remarkable Mile "0". Relax and soak up the memorable scenery at the Butchart Gardens. Stunning floral displays await to greet you as you stroll along this wonderland. Return to Vancouver by ferry, or by seaplane (surcharge applies).
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 3:  Vancouver - Fraser Valley - Kelowna - L.Okanagan - Winery - Honey Farm - Vernon

Trip:

Fraser Valley,

Kelowna,

Loch Ness,

Honey Lane

Start our journey via the Trans-Canada Highway, pass through Fraser Valley and head east to Kelowna, the heart of the Okanagan Valley and home to world-class vintners. At Lake Okanagan, search for the lake monster “Ogopogo” from the First Nations’ legendary history. Afterwards, visit the Winery to learn the basics of wine making. Wine tasting and purchasing of the popular wines will be available. Stop by a Honey Farm and then settle down in Vernon in the evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Prestige Vernon / Village Green or the same level hotel

Day 4:  Vernon - Last Spike - Golden - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Gondola - Banff National Park - Town of Banff

Trip:

The Last Spike,

Yoho National Park,

Emerald Lake,

Natural Bridge, Yoho NP,

Banff National Park,

Bow Falls,

Banff

Proceed to the Eagle Pass and visit the “Last Spike” of the transcontinental railway. After passing through Kicking Horse Pass, enter Yoho National Park and visit Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge. Head to Bow Falls, known for its featuring in 1953 Marilyn Monroe starred film River of No Return. Explore Town of Banff at your own pace.

Escape and Relax! Stay overnight at Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Awe yourself by the breathtaking scenery! (from July - September)
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Elk + Avenue or the same level hotel

Day 5:  Banff National Park - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Peyto Lake - Ice Explorer - Glacier View

Trip:

Moraine Lake,

Lake Louise,

Bow Lake,

Peyto lake,

Columbia Icefield

Ride the Gondola (adm) to the summit of the Sulphur Mountain and enjoy a bird’s eye view of the majestic Rocky Mountains. After passing by Castle Mountain, stroll along the “Jewel of the Rockies”, the Lake Louise, a panoramic view of magnificent snow-capped mountains surrounding the emerald-like lake. Celebrate your day of mountain adventures with a premium meal at the Chateau Lake Louise (meal plan). Head to Moraine Lake (subject to road condition) for a fantastic view of the Ten Peaks. After passing by Bow Lake, visit Peyto Lake, a must-see attraction along the Icefield Parkway. At sunset, get ready for an exciting ride across the surface of Athabasca Glacier on a VIP “Ice Explorer” (adm), a specially designed glacier vehicle. Stay overnight at the only hotel in the Columbia Icefield!
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Glacier View Inn or the same level hotel

Day 6:  Icefield - Glacier Skywalk - Town of Jasper - Optional Activities - Maligne Canyon - Valemount

Trip:

Glacier skywalk,

Jasper,

Rocky Mountain,

Maligne Canyon,

Mount Robson

Start our morning adventure at Glacier Skywalk (adm), where glass is all that separates you from birds soaring below. After visiting the Athabasca Falls, head to the Town of Jasper. Capture the most magnificant view of the Rockies by River Rafting(optional) or Horseback Riding(optinoal). Visit Maligne Canyon, which was created 365 million years ago with lots of waterfalls, fossils, underground stream outlets and potholes. Pass by Mount Robson, the highest peak of the Canadian Rockies before arriving at Valemount by evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Canada’s Best Value Inn or the same level hotel

Day 7:  Valemount - Clearwater - Kamloops - Ginseng Factory - Vancouver

Trip:

Wells Gray Provincial Park,

Kamloops,

American Ginseng Factory

Travel passes Wells Gray Provinicial Park and Clearwater, head west to Kamloops, a city with over 2000 hours of sunshine per year. Visit the only GMP certified Ginseng factory to learn about the amazing healing power of Ginseng. Arrive in Vancouver by late afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 8:  Vancouver - Sea to Sky Highway - Whistler - Peak2Peak Gondola(Optional) - Vancouver

Trip:

Sea to Sky Highway,

Horseshoe Bay,

Shannon Falls,

Stawamus Chief,

Whistler,

Summit Chair

Start the journey along the Sea to Sky Highway. Pass by Horseshoe Bay, the 3rd highest waterfall in BC, and the world 2nd largest granite monolith - Stawamus Chief. Arrive at Whistler- the #1 ski resort in North America and the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Take the amazing and world recordbreaking Peak2Peak Gondola Ride up between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains (optional). Relax and shop at numerous boutiques at the alpine village. Return to Vancouver by tour bus, or by seaplane (surcharge applies).
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 9:  Vancouver - Hometown / Vancouver - Seattle - Hometown

Trip:

Vancouver,

Seattle

【Vancouver】:
Free YVR Airport Transfer: 8:00am - 9:30pm (Richmond hotels); 8:00am - 8:00pm (Downtown hotels)
Enjoy a free day for shopping or fine dining. Transfer to Vancouver Airport or Cruise Terminal afterwards.

【Seattle】(surcharge applies):
Depart early morning and arrive at Seattle Aquarium, Cruise Terminal or Sea-Tac Airport around noon. Suggest departure flight time after 3:00pm.

Exclusive! Enjoy a spectacular Whale Watching tour to discover marine habitat, killer whales,humpback whales and more!(about 3-5 hours; applies to guests with half free day
in Vancouver).
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None

Day :  

Trip:
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Pricing

1. The sequence of itineraries is subject to change without prior notice according to departure date, weather, traffic, etc.

2. Two full-size beds per room, Usitour don't guarantee extra rolling/sofa bed for 3rd or 4th person, please contact front desk for availability;

3.Some itineraries offer "Buy two get one discount" or "Buy two get two discount", which means third or forth persons shareing one room can get discount; The prices are already adjusted. The third/forth person only needs to pay the theme park tickets included in the itinerary. The bus location is provided free of charge;

4. Due to we reserve bus seats, no-show of third and fourth discounted customers incur penalty fee, and the first and second customers should pay the fee to tour guide.

5.We offer a "buy two get one discounted" or "Buy two get two discounted" . We reserve seats in advance for those who enjoy the discount. If someone who enjoys the offer does not participate in the group on the same day, the tour guide will receive a fine in cash when they get on the bus. 

6.Each guest's baggage is limited to one piece of luggage and one piece of luggage (flight consignment standard), and $35/piece is required to exceed the baggage.

7.Please read carefully the content in "What's Excluded" section on tour's detail page,and directly pay the fee in cash to your tour guide.

What's Included:

8-night hotel accommodations
English speaking tour guide
Transportation via deluxe air-conditioned vehicle
YVR Airport Pick-up and Drop-off
Taxes

What's Excluded:

Air fares between your hometown and the departure city.

All meals and drinks during the trip are not included in tour price. The tour guide will make eating arrangements.

A mandatory service fees:Vancouver Pick up-$4/person,City Tour& Vancouver Nihgt Tour-$5/person, Vancouver drop off-$2/person,Seattle pick up$drop off-$8/person,regular tour-$10/day per person;

Personal room fees such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/ mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.

All listing mandatory admission, please pay  when you make the booking or pay cash to tour guide;

GST consumption tax 5% (the group fee you paid includes tax, the optional items on the group and your personal consumption need to pay GST tax);

Any private expenses;

Surcharge will be added to the total price when checking out;

All other fees not show in "What's Included".

Admissions and optional tours (The following admissions and optional tours ticket prices are for reference only. The opening hours of the attractions are subject to seasonal adjustment. In case of closure, the tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation without prior notice.)

Subject Of Entry Adult/per. Child/per. Elder/per.
Rockies
Ice Explorer+Skywalk+Gondola+National park $143.00 $75.00 $143.00
Victoria
Butchart Gardens+BC Ferries $76.00 $58.00 $76.00
Taking the Seaplane from Victoria to Vancouver $95.00 $53.00 $95.00
Vancouver
Whale Watching Tour $162.00 $102.00 $162.00
How to Book

Before You Book

- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Customer Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
Booking Process:
1. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.
2. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.

After You Book:

- Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. - Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. - An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. - Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.