Trip Overview

10-day Canada West: Banff, Rockies, Icefield, Johnston Canyon, Victoria, Chemainus, Whistler

Tourist Number: 99639
Duration: 10 days
Start City: YVR/SEA
End City: YVR/SEA
Airport Pickup:
Language: English
Departure Day:
Highlights
Visit 5 National Parks: Revelstoke, Yoho, Glacier, Banff and Jasper.
One night accommodation at the heart of Banff National Park!
Itinerary

Special Note

All Meal Plan includes 4B / 6L / 8D;
Rockies Meal Plan includes 5L / 4D ;
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 - 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 3:  Vancouver - BC Ferries - Victoria - Butchart Gardens - Inner Harbour

Trip:

Victoria Inner Harbour,

Beacon Hill Park,

BC Ferries Connector,

Tea Garden,

Vancouver

Get on the BC Ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay and arrive at the capital of BC - Victoria. Visit the famous Butchart Gardens, the beautiful year-round gardens. Enjoy the splendid view of the garden of flowers and trees. Pass by the Gate of Harmonious at Canada’s oldest Chinatown. Visit the BC Legislative Buildings, Thunderbird Park, Beacon Hill Park and Mile “0” of Trans-Canada Highway. Explore more of Victoria’s Inner Harbour with our recommend activities (optional). Either riding a carriage tour, enjoying a premium afternoon tea at Empress Hotel, visiting the Royal BC Museum, or explore the stunning historic site Craigdarroch Castle (optional) to have a glimpse of privileged life in the 1980s.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Red Lion Inn & Suites Victoria or the same level hotel

Day 4:  Victoria - Hatley Castle - Goldstream Provincial Park - Duncan - Chemainus - Nanaimo - Vancouve

Trip:

Hatley Park National Historic Site,

Goldstream Provincial Park,

Nanaimo,

Vancouver

Proceed to Hatley Castle at Royal Roads University and Goldstream Provincial Park to discover heritage and nature wonders. Take a leisure stroll under a canopy of towering trees and pass the giant Western Red Cedar over 600 years old. Visit Duncan, the City of Totems, which has more than 80 totem poles around the entire town. Head to Chemanius, and explore the outdoor murals on the street and depict the cultural development and history. Arrive at Nanaimo by late afternoon and return to Vancouver by BC Ferry or Seaplane (surcharge applies).
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn by Hilton/ Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 5:  Vancouver - Fraser Valley - Kelowna - Winery - L. Okanagan - Honey Farm - Salmon Arm

Trip:

Fraser Valley,

Kelowna,

Okanogan,

Loch Ness,

Honey Lane

Start our journey via the Fraser Valley and head east to the heart of the Okanagan Valley - Kelowna. At Lake Okanagan, search for the lake monster “Ogopogo” from the First Nations’ legendary history. Stop at the renowned Winery for moderate wine tasting of icewine, red and white wine. Later, stop by a Honey Farm for high-quality natural honey, royal jelly and propolis.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Comfort Inn & Suites / Best Western Salmon Arm or the same level hotel

Day 6:  Salmon Arm - Last Spike - Gondola - Johnston Canyon - Kananaskis / Banff

Trip:

The Last Spike,

Yoho National Park,

Banff National Park,

Johnston Canyon

Swing by Eagle Pass via Trans-Canada Highway and visit the Last Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway connecting east and west. After passing by Yoho National Park, enter Banff National Park. Take an exciting Gondola Ride(mandatory) to the summit. Explore Johnston Canyon in the afternoon and get super close to the roaring water, breathtaking cliffs and rushing waterfalls. Pass through The Three Sisters and Bow Valley Provincial Park, we will arrive in Kananaskis, where numerous Oscar-nominated movies were filmed. Take the optional Helicopter Tour by dusk for a guaranteed highlight of your trip!
Meals Included: Breakfast: Continental Breakfast    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino or the same level hotel

Day 7:  Kananaskis / Banff - Moraine Lake - Lake Louise - Bow Falls - Banff - Optional Activities

Trip:

Citadel Hill,

Moraine Lake,

Lake Louise,

Bow Falls,

Banff

Pass by Castle Mountain and continue our journey to Moraine Lake (subject to road condition). The Ten Peaks’ view was once featured on the twenty dollar Canadian bill. Stroll along world-famous “Jewel of the Rockies”- Lake Louise to capture the snow-capped Victoria Glacier along shores of the dazzling turquoise lake. Arrive at Town of Banff, capture the best view of the Fairmont Banff Springs and Bow River at the Surprise Corner. Explore the alpine town for numerous boutiques and souvenir shops. Continue with more fun activities (optional) such as Rafting, Carriage Ride, Hot Springs and Horseback Riding etc.Optional upgrade to Chateau Lake Louise or Banff Springs, transfer to hotel after dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Inns of Banff Superior Mt. View room or the same level hotel

Day 8:  Town of Banff - Icefield - Glacier Skywalk - Athabasca Falls - Town of Jasper - Mt. Robson - Valemount

Trip:

Bow Lake,

Jasper National Park,

Columbia Icefield,

Glacier skywalk,

Athabasca Falls,

Jasper,

Mount Robson

Drive along the Icefields Parkway, pass by the Bow Lake and proceed to the Jasper National Park in the morning. Feel the pristine combination of uncultivated terrain and wildlife habitat before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Ride on the massive “Ice Explorer”(mandatory) onto the Athabasca Glacier followed by a thrilling walk on the Glacier Skywalk(mandatory) for an eye-opening look of ice-capped mountain peaks and vast glacier-formed valleys. Visit the spectacular Athabasca Falls and Town of Jasper. Proceed to Mt. Robson and stay overnight in Valemount.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Canada’s Best Value Inn or the same level hotel

Day 9:  Valemount - Thompson River - Clearwater - Kamloops - Ginseng Factory - Vancouver

Trip:

Wells Gray Provincial Park,

Kamloops,

American Ginseng Factory,

Hope,

Vancouver

Passing by Wells Gray Provincial Park and Clearwater along the Thompson River, head to Kamloops, a city with over 2000 hours of sunshine each year. Visit the only GMP certified ginseng factory to reveal the healing power of ginseng. Return to Vancouver by late afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast: Continental Breakfast    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Abercorn Inn or the same level hotel

Day 10:  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:

9-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.
Victoria
Butchart Gardens+BC Ferries $76.00 $58.00 $76.00
Afternoon tea $95.00 $50.00 $95.00
Canada
Seaplane(basic admission) $129.00 $69.00 $129.00
Vancouver
Royal BC Museum $17.00 $11.00 $11.00
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.