Sunday 28th June
This morning fly from London Gatwick to Vancouver Island. On arrival transfer to the hotel in Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. Assemble this evening for a welcome dinner and tour briefing.
Overnight: Vancouver (D)
Monday 29th June This morning there will a sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge. In the aftternoon, weather permitting, visit Grouse Mountain, 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)
Tuesday 30th June
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)
Wednesday 1st 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 Colombia, 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)
Thursday 2nd 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)
Friday 3rd July
Depart this morning after breakfast to visit a large fruit-growing operation, where there will be a hay-wagon ride of 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)
Saturday 4th July
Depart after breakfast for a scenic journey today into the Banff National Park, incuding the Natural Bridge, Emerald Lake, and Takakkaw Falls (road conditions permitting). Travel this afternoon via the spectacular Kicking Horse Pass over the Rockies to Banff. Overnight: Banff (B)
Sunday 5th 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)
Monday 6th July
After some time to relax this morning, depart for the Calgary Stampede, North America's premier rodeo and fair attraction. The rest of the day will be available to enjoy fully the rodeo and other activities at the show. Overnight: Calgary (B)
Tuesday 7th 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. Return to Calgary later in the afternoon in time to prepare for an evening at the Calgary Stampede. This evening, see the chuckwagon races and the spectacular stage show. Return to the hotel late this evening. Overnight: Calgary (BL)
Wednesday 8th July
Depart this morning for a visit to the 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. Later this afternoon, return to Calgary, with some free time; a chance to visit the Famers' Market or the Chinook Shopping centre. tonight, a farewell dinner will be included in the hotel. Overnight: Calgary (BLD)
Thursday 9th July
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Friday 10th July
Arrive back at London Gatwick Airport.
Tour Cost | Price per person | Twin/Double | £2,250.00 | Single Supplement (Land portion only) | £520.00 | |
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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
- National 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. |
Our sister company, Stita Special Destinations also offers tours to exciting and exotic destinations. Current tours include Tanzania March Migration, India, & Andalucia. | 
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