Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

• Trip code: 441X015
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

From coastal cities to funky mountain towns, this eight-day tour eastbound through the Canadian Rockies has it all. Travel from Vancouver to Calgary through places filled with natural beauty. Sip wine and local craft beer overlooking the Okanagan Valley. Stare into the turquoise, glacier-fed waters of Lake Louise, and marvel at the peaks surrounding the mountain towns of Banff and Whistler. Wherever you go, be on the look out for wildlife — you never know what wonders western Canada beholds.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 12, avg 11

Highlights

Experience the laid-back west coast vibes of Vancouver, Sip on local wine and craft beer in the Okanagan Valley, Visit the pristine waters of Lake Louise, Spot alpine wildlife in Banff, Wander through hip mountain and coastal towns in British Columbia

Introduction

From coastal cities to funky mountain towns, this eight-day tour eastbound through the Canadian Rockies has it all. Travel from Vancouver to Calgary through places filled with natural beauty. Sip wine and local craft beer overlooking the Okanagan Valley. Stare into the turquoise, glacier-fed waters of Lake Louise, and marvel at the peaks surrounding the mountain towns of Banff and Whistler. Wherever you go, be on the look out for wildlife — you never know what wonders western Canada beholds

Meals Included

4 Frühstück, 1 Mittagessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD325-425 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Whistler
- Rafting (145.60-196.00CAD pro Person)
- Mit der Gondel von Gipfel zu Gipfel (95.20CAD pro Person)
- Zipline- und Baumwipfel-Abenteuer (155.68CAD pro Person)
- Wanderung (Gratis)

Lake Louise
- Besuch des Lake Agnes Tea House
- Besuch im Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Gratis)

Tunnel Mountain
- Wanderung zum Tunnel Mountain (Gratis)

Banff National Park of Canada
- Gondelbahnfahrt auf den Sulphur Mountain in Banff (75-90CAD pro Person)

Banff
- Radfahren (36.75-93.45CAD pro Person)
- Hot Springs Soak (17.32CAD pro Person)
- Kanufahrt (57.75CAD pro Person)

Start / Finish

Vancouver nach Calgary

Transport

Private vehicle, walking

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Besuch des Squamish Lil'wat-Kulturzentrums, Whistler
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Whistler
Dein Foodie-Moment: Weinverkostung im Okanagan-Tal, Kelowna. Lake Louise visit. Free time in Banff, Whistler, and Vancouver. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Vancouver

Arrive any time

Day 2 Vancouver/Whistler

Leave Vancouver behind and travel to Whistler this morning. Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and go on an interpretive guided tour of the museum. Spend a free afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going mountain town

Day 3 Whistler

Enjoy a free day to explore Whistler. Opt to ride a gondola to the top of the mountain, hike, or zipline

Day 4 Whistler/Kelowna

Drive inland through the coastal mountains as you travel to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley. Stop for a tasting at a local winery en route. Kelowna has become a foodie haven in recent years – opt to visit one of the many fun places to eat later this evening

Day 5 Kelowna/Revelstoke

Continue west today passing through the Okanagan Valley toward the small, quaint town of Revelstoke. Stop along the way for a picnic lunch on the beach

Day 6 Lake Louise/Banff

Continue to Lake Louise, view the emerald blue waters of this alpine lake, and opt to hike to one of the Tea Houses

Day 7 Banff/Calgary

Discover the beautiful town of Banff; opt to view wildlife, take a gondola ride, or hike up a mountain for spectacular views. Travel to Calgary in the early evening and opt for a final night out with the group

Day 8 Calgary

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Vancouver

Day 2 Vancouver/Whistler

Day 3 Whistler

Day 4 Whistler/Kelowna

Day 5 Kelowna/Revelstoke

Day 6 Lake Louise/Banff

Lake Louise is that iconic Canadian Rockies locale. Don't miss the chance to snag the perfect photo.

Day 7 Banff/Calgary

With free time most of the day, Banff has tons to offer. There are plenty of optional activities for all interests and activity levels. It's also just as pleasant to wander the main streets, pop in and out of shops or walk along the river.

Day 8 Calgary