Wednesday 30th June
This morning fly from London Heathrow to Vancouver. On arrival transfer to the hotel in Vancouver, the principal city of British Columbia. Rest of the afternoon free to relax after the flight. Assemble this evening for a welcome dinner and tour briefing.
Overnight: Vancouver (D)
Thursday 1st July This morning there will a sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge. In the aftternoon, weather permitting, there will be the opportunity to visit Grouse Mountain (entrance not included), a unique mountain resort area located 15 minutes drive from downtown Vancouver (alternative if Grouse Mountain is not possible is a visit to Capilano Bridge, Vancouver's oldest tourist attraction, stretching 450 feet above the Capilano River).
Overnight: Vancouver (B)
Friday 2nd July
Today is free for independent activities, such as golf, hiking or a whale-watching excursion. Alternatively, take advantage of our optional tour to Vancouver Island. Take a scenic ferry ride across to Swartz Bay and then proceed to the world-famous Butchart Gardens. In the afternoon, drive via Oak Bay to the capital of British Columbia, Victoria Overnight: Vancouver (B)
Saturday 3rd July
Depart early this morning to take a classic three-hour mountain rail journey. The Whistler Mountaineer passes through some of the most spectacular scenery to be found in British Columbia, along the eastern shores of Howe Sound, with stunning views of ocean and mountains, via Shannon Falls, and then turns into the mountains to see Mount Garilbaldi. Travel through the Cheakamus Canyon, over the pinnacle of Brandywine Falls, arriving at the town of Whistler. Breakfast is served on board. In the afternoon continue to Kamloops. Overnight: Kamloops (B)
Sunday 4th July
Depart after breakfast for a visit to a farm in the area of Kamloops. Lunch will be included locally. Arrive later today in the Okanagan valley, which due to its high levels of sunshine is one of the most important fruit growing regions of the country. Overnight: Kelowna (BL)
Monday 5th July
Depart this morning after breakfast to visit a large fruit-growing operation, where there will be a hay-wagon ride through the orchards. Continue to Armstrong where there will be a visit to a family-run dairy farm. In the afternoon, continue the journey via Sicamous to Revelstoke, with a stop at Craigellachie, famous as the scene of the Canadian- Pacific rail junction, where the 'Last Spike' of the railway line was driven in. Overnight: Revelstoke (B)
Tuesday 6th July
Depart after breakfast for a scenic journey today into the Banff National Park, incuding the Natural Bridge, Emerald Lake, and Takakkwaw Falls (road conditions permitting). Travel this afternoon via the spectacular Kicking Horse Pass over the Rockies to Banff. Overnight: Banff (B)
Wednesday 7th July
Today travel into the very heart of the Canadian Rockies. You will make many sightseeing stops en route, including the Columbia Icefields and Lake Louise. The drive will also provide you with your best opportunity to see close up Canadian wildlife, such as elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and bears. Return to Banff late afternoon. Overnight: Banff (B)
Thursday 8th July
Free time this morning to relax and enjoy Banff, with an opportunity to purchase lunch. Depart in the early afternoon for Calgary. The rest of the day will be available to enjoy Calgary independently, with free time to visit the Farmers' Market or the Chinook Shopping Centre. Overnight:Calgary (B)
Friday 9th July
After breakfast today, assemble to watch the opening parade of the Calgary Stampede, North America's premier Rodeo. This afternoon enjoy the Rodeo. Return at the conclusion of the programme to the hotel, where dinner will be included this evening. Overnight: Calgary (BD)
Saturday 10th July Depart today for a farm visit programme in the area around Calgary. We visit a large beef feedlot and a farm which breeds beef cattle. A picnic lunch will be included en route. This evening return to the Stampede to see the chuckwagon races and the spectacular stage show. Return to the hotel late this evening. Overnight: Calgary (BL)
Sunday 11th July Some free time this morning before departing for a visit to historic 'Bar U Ranch'. Nestling between the Rocky Mountains and the Porcupine Hills, 'Bar U' was one of the original corporate ranches of the Old West. Steeped in western heritage, today the ranch commemorates the great role of Canadian cattle ranching. A guided tour and lunch will be included. Transfer back to Calgary in the mid afternoon directly back to the airport to check in for the return flight to the UK.
Monday 12th July
Arrive back at London Heathrow Airport.
Tour Cost | Price per person | Twin/Double | £2,399.00 | Single Supplement (Land portion only) | £615.00 | |
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Optional tour Vancouver Island / Butchart Gardens: Inclusive of full day private coach hire, ferry tolls, entrance to Butchart Gardens. Subject to minimum numbers. Price to be advised. Regional connecting flights available on request (cost on application) Cost Includes: - International scheduled flights London-Vancouver / Calgary-London
- 11 nights hotel accommodation
- 11 breakfasts 3 lunches and 2 dinners
- Private air-conditioned coach transportation
- Rail journey on the Whistler Mountaineer
- Guided sightseeing tour of Vancouver
- Admissions to Calgary Stampede and evening show
- Alberta Park fees
- Technical and farm visits
- Services of a STITA tour manager
- Hotel Porterage service where available
Not included: - Personal expenses
- Tips to driver and guide
- Travel insurance
How to Book To make a booking, please call us on 01242 515 712 or click on our Booking Details. |
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