Tour Includes
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 : Arrive at Calgary - Banff (3 Nights)
Arrive at Calgary International Airport (YYC). Proceed to the shuttle desk at the airport for your pre-booked transfer by coach to the mountain resort of Banff, AB. With Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade, part of the Rocky Mountains, dominating its skyline, the resort town of Banff is by far the largest town in the Rockies. Banff features chateau style hotels, plenty of shops and dining options and a range of sightseeing and soft adventure options. The ride to Banff will take approximately two hours. On arrival in Banff, check into your hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore Banff Avenue with its many shops and restaurants on your own. Overnight in Banff.
Note: This tour operates only on Mondays and Fridays (1 May to 8 Oct 2023). High Season surcharges applicable during exhibitions/trade fairs/festivals. All guests must follow the mandatory requirements for travel, such as RT-PCR tests, vaccination certificate, web check-in, self-declaration, e-pass formalities etc. as per the country, which are subject to change periodically. Any cost incurred for such requirements should be borne by the guests.
Day 2 : Banff sightseeing - Banff Gondola Ride
After breakfast, proceed for Banff sightseeing. Learn about the culture, geology, and wildlife while exploring the spectacular sights of the renowned mountain town of Banff. Explore the most scenic and historically significant highlights of Banff such as the Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, Hoodoos Viewpoint and Lake Minnewanka. Visit the famous Banff Gondola for a ride to the summit of the Sulphur Mountain. The view from the viewing deck at the summit of the Sulphur Mountain are spectacular with a 360-degree panorama view of the Bow Valle. Overnight in Banff.
Note: After breakfast, proceed for Banff sightseeing. Learn about the culture, geology, and wildlife while exploring the spectacular sights of the renowned mountain town of Banff. Explore the most scenic and historically significant highlights of Banff such as the Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, Hoodoos Viewpoint and Lake Minnewanka. Visit the famous Banff Gondola for a ride to the summit of the Sulphur Mountain. The view from the viewing deck at the summit of the Sulphur Mountain are spectacular with a 360-degree panorama view of the Bow Valle. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3 : Mountain Lakes & Waterfalls Tour of Yoho National Park and Lake Louise
Today explore the most treasured spots in the Canadian Rockies through Banff and Yoho National Parks. The Yoho National Park in British Columbia to the west of Banff National Park is a place loaded with stories. From the history of the Canadian railroad to Takakkaw Falls (the second-highest waterfall in Canada!), follow the trails through a park whose name means “awe” in the Cree language. The tour includes a 20-minute stop at Lake Moraine (late May onwards) and will pass by the Victoria Glacier, Takakkaw Falls, Valley of Ten Peaks, Spiral Tunnels, and Yoho National Park. At Emerald Lake stop for lunch (included in your tour) at the historic lodge tucked on the shores jewel-toned lake in the middle of a beautiful glacial cirque. Spend time at the scenic Lake Louise, Emerald Lake Lodge, Moraine Lake and Takkakaw Falls. Overnight in Banff.
Note: When Takakkaw Falls and Moraine Lake access is unavailable due to seasonal road closures, alternative sightseeing stops will be provided (based upon accessibility). Tour may run for less time than stated above when roads are closed.
Day 4 : Icefield Parkway Discovery Tour from Banff to Jasper (2 Nights)
After breakfast, proceed to Canada's most scenic mountain roadway i.e., the Icefield's Parkway. Running from Lake Louise to Jasper, enjoy the stunning views of the Canadian Rockies, with lots of roadside lookouts and trailheads along the way. From the iconic Lake Louise to the otherworldly Columbia Icefield and beyond to Jasper, this tour allows you to see glaciers up close and discover how they’ve shaped our landscape. Later board the famous Ice Explorers for a ride to the Athabasca Glacier, the largest icefield south of the North Pole. Step beyond the Valley’s edge and do a walk on the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored suspended observation platform extending 30 meters out over the Sunwapta Valley: where glass is the only thing that separates you from rugged and wild terrain 918-foot (280 m) below. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 5 : Jasper sightseeing & Lake Maligne Cruise
After breakfast, visit Jasper National Park. It is Canada's largest park in the Rocky Mountains and the second largest Dark Sky Preserve in the world and its full of treasures for you to discover. Spend the day on this tour exploring the highlights of Jasper National Park with hot lunch included. We’ll tour the historic town site then head to the fascinating Maligne Canyon. The tour culminates in an unforgettable cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island. Surrounded by breath-taking mountains, glacier fed Maligne Lake is world-renowned for its beauty and is home to the world-famous Spirit Island. Experience these iconic locations in a completely unique way on our Maligne Lake Cruise. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 6 : Jasper to Vancouver by VIA Rail (1 Night)
After breakfast, proceed on own from your hotel in Jasper to VIA Rail Station early morning. Your overnight VIA RAIL Train # 1 departs Jasper at 9:30 AM on an 800 kilometers journey past magnificent mountain passes and rivers along the way, allowing you to soak in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains and get a peek of the highest peak in Canada, Mount Robson. Overnight onboard on VIA Rail.
Day 7 : Vancouver – Whistler (2 Nights)
Arrive at the Pacific Central Station in Vancouver this morning at 8:00 AM. On arrival, collect your luggage and proceed to the Whistler coach boarding point at Pacific Central Station. There is a bus departing for Whistler at 8:40 AM and in case your train is delayed for any reasons other departures at 12:10 PM and 3:30 PM. The ride to Whistler takes approximately 2-hours and you will be driving on scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway on this transfer to Whistler. On arrival, check into your hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore the city on own. Overnight in Whistler.
Day 8 : Whistler – Day at leisure
After breakfast, entire day is at leisure. With stunning mountain backdrops, Whistler is the fun and adventure capital on Canada’s west coast and as popular during the summer months as it is during the winter. Hiking, biking, rafting and adrenaline-fueled activities can be found in abundance and a friendly welcome from the locals is assured. The hub of Whistler is a compact, chalet-style pedestrian village at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Overnight in Whistler.
Day 9 : Whistler – Vancouver (3 Nights)
Today check out and proceed to Vancouver. There are several departures available starting at 9:00 AM and the last coach departs at 7:00 PM. The ride to Vancouver takes approximately 2 hours. On arrival, transfer on own from the Vancouver Bus Depot (in downtown Vancouver) to your hotel in downtown Vancouver. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 10 : Vancouver City tour and Capilano Bridge
After breakfast, proceed for Vancouver City Tour. Begin with the highlights of downtown, including Canada Place, home of the 2010 Olympic Cauldron. Wind through impressive modern and historic architecture, past the Arts and Financial Districts, and the fashion hub of Robson Street. Enter the 1,000-acre urban rainforest, Stanley Park, for a unique perspective of the city from a quiet forest setting. Visit the First Nations Totem Poles before whisking off to North Vancouver. Continue across the Lions Gate Bridge to Vancouver’s scenic North Shore, and the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Do not miss the impressive collection of First Nations artwork and the historic Story Centre. From the spectacular Cliffwalk, gaze out over towering cedars, and the Capilano River winding through the valley far below. Take an exhilarating walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge to the other side where many unique and informative experiences await, including the Treetops Adventure. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 11 : Vancouver – Day at leisure
After breakfast, entire day is at leisure. Vancouver is the most cosmopolitan city on Canada's west coast. Nestled between the Pacific coast and the Coastal Mountain Range, it is perhaps the most beautiful city in Canada. This city offers both, the amenities of a world class city including world class dining, a variety of cuisines from round the world, a range of tours and soft adventure activity options. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 12 : Vancouver to Victoria with visit to Butchart Gardens (2 Nights)
Today check out and proceed to Victoria, on Vancouver Island and the capital of the Province of British Columbia. The journey to Victoria will include a 90-minute ferry crossing across the Straits of Georgia from Tsawwassen on the mainland to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. On arrival at Swartz Bay, proceed to Butchart Gardens, spanning over 22 breathtaking hectares (55 acres) of meticulously manicured beauty. Post the visit to Butchart gardens, head off to downtown Victoria and the majestic Victoria Inner Harbour to take in the historic sights of the capital city, named after British Monarch Queen Victoria. Overnight in Victoria.
Day 13 : Victoria – Day at leisure
Today entire day is at leisure to explore the city on own. Victoria, leafy, flower-filled, and very much colonial is known for her museums, English charm, seafront parks and ocean adventures. From ziplining through treetops to crescent moon kayaking, diving, Seaplane Tours, Golfing, hiking, or cycling, a delight of tours and activities await you today. Overnight in Victoria.
Day 14 : Victoria – Departure to Hometown
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel and proceed to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to board your flight back home/onward destination. Today’s journey will include a transfer by coach and ferry and the trip to Vancouver will take around 4 hours including 90 minutes of ferry crossing. Holiday Concludes! Let’s stay in touch on Facebook/email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!
Note: Requesting guests to book flights departing after 4 PM.
Inclusions :
- 03 nights’ accommodation in Banff in suggested or similar category hotels
- 02 nights’ accommodation in Jasper in suggested or similar category hotels
- 01 night on-board in VIA Rail – Upper/Lower Berth
- 02 nights’ accommodation in Whistler in suggested or similar category hotels
- 03 nights’ accommodation in Vancouver in suggested or similar category hotels
- 02 nights’ accommodation in Victoria in suggested or similar category hotels
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch as mentioned in the itinerary
- Banff sightseeing tour on shared coach basis
- Entry ticket to Banff Gondola Ride
- Banff - Yoho National Park tour including its Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls with lunch
- Banff to Jasper - Icefield Parkway shared coach Tour from Banff to Jasper and Buffet Lunch
- Columbia Icefield - Admissions to Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk
- Jasper - Coach tour of Jasper and Lake Maligne Cruise (from May 26, 2023) and includes lunch
- Vancouver - City tour of Vancouver with admissions to Capilano Bridge & Park
- Vancouver to Victoria - Coach & Ferry transfer from Vancouver to Victoria including Tour of Victoria
- Victoria - Admissions to Butchart Gardens
- Calgary - Coach transfer from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to hotel in Banff
- Jasper – private transfer from hotel in Jasper to VIA Rail Station
- Vancouver - Coach transfer from Vancouver VIA Rail Station to Whistler
- Whistler - Coach transfer from Whistler to downtown Vancouver
- Coach & Ferry Transfer from Victoria to YVR International Airport
- Ferry Tickets Vancouver – Victoria – Vancouver
- Note: Shared Coach transfers and Sightseeing operate at fixed timings and will be from specific pick up point which may not be the hotel. Guest will need to make their own way to the pick-up point and be on time at the designated pick up points. No refunds will be provided for missed transfers or sightseeing
Exclusions :
- GST 5% (Government Tax) on total package price
- TCS (5% or 10%) is applicable on GST inclusive price
- Return airport transfers
- Gratuity to the Coach Driver. Recommended Gratuity for Transfers: CAD 2 Per person & for Tours: CAD 3 per person
- Airfare & airport taxes. (Internal Airfare wherever applicable)
- Visa and Insurances charges
- Any other meals other than those mentioned above
- Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.
- Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above
- Compulsory room supplement per person is applicable during Fairs, Festivals and Events
Need to know :
Special Note
- The above price is valid for travel till 31st October 2023
- The prevailing Rate of Exchange of the day of payment will be applicable
- Kindly note that the drivers are not guides
- Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability
- Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- International hotel check in is 1500hrs and checkout would be 1000hrs
- Early check in and late check-out subject to availability
- Itineraries are subject to change
- All arrangements made by us are in the capacity of a ground handling agent only. We will not be liable for claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries delayed or cancelled flights & acts or forces of nature
- Seat-in-coach sightseeing do not necessarily offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off from hotels. However most of the downtown hotels has complementary pick-up
- Any type of mandatory fee like a resort fee / city tax etc. has to be paid at the hotel directly, the same is not a part of the package and cannot be pre-paid
- Attractions are subject to weather conditions
Cancellation Policy & Payment Terms :
We keep it transparent, crystal clear!
- If the Guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then s/he shall give a written application to the Company within specified time limit along with original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract cancellation charges stated hereunder.
- Cancellation charges will be calculated on gross tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure and date of cancellation
- Cancellation charges for any type of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
- Air tickets issued on special fares are NON REFUNDABLE and Guest shall bear cancellation charges.
- Any refund payable to the Guest will be paid after the Company receives refund from the respective authorities. The Company deducts processing charges from the refund to be paid to the Guest.
Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure D0 to 5D6 to 15D16 to 30D31 to 45D46 to 60D61 to 90D91 to 120D121 to 900Cancellation fee applicable on Net Tour price (Per Person) 100% 75% 50% 40% 30% 20% 15% 10% Payment Terms :
Sector Booking Payment Schedule Payment policy India & World Package Price less than INR 25,000 (Per Person) Full Payment India Package Price more than INR 25,000 (per person) INR 25,000 (Registration Amount Per Person) 45 Days Prior to Departure Full Payment World Package Price less than INR 50,000 (Per Person) INR 25000 (Registration Amount Per Person) Package Price more than INR 50,000 (Per Person) INR 50,000 (Registration Amount Per Person) 45 Days Prior to Departure Full Payment Last Minute Booking – Booking received 45 days prior to departure Registration Amount Equal to Package Price Full Payment Remarks :
- Airlines/Room up-gradation and complimentary will not be entertained during the tour unless if specified at the time of booking.
- There is no refund for any services not utilized during the tour.
- Security deposit is required either in cash or credit card by hotels which is refundable provided no room incidentals are incurred. This security deposit is not included in this quote and must be paid by the guests/corporate directly to the hotel when checking in.
- Guests are advised not to keep valuables in the coach/vehicle while sightseeing. The Company shall not be responsible for loss of valuables from the coach / vehicle . If the coach / vehicle is accidentally or otherwise damaged by the Guest, s/he will be required to pay compensation for the same.
Pricing & Dates
Departure Starting Price Note $ 4292.28 Detailed Tour Price
Prices & discounts are Per Person for Indian Nationals only.
Room Type 1 - 10 Guest Single Occupancy INR 488,023(USD 5,785)
Twin Sharing INR 354,734(USD 4,205)
Triple Sharing INR 266,999(USD 3,165)
Child With Mattress INR 160,284
(USD 1,900)Child (2 - 11) INR 117,682(USD 1,395)
NOTES :
- The rates are valid for Indian nationals only
- Hotels might ask for a refundable Security Deposit at the time of check-in, which is payable in Cash or by Credit Card
- The value and currency of the deposit might vary as per the hotel policy.