CANDIAN ROCKIES SUMMER

DAY 1  Welcome to Calgary.

Welcome to Calgary. On arrival, proceed to the hotel for check-in on your own. Thereafter the day is free to explore the city on your own. Your tour manager will meet you next day in the Hotel Lobby.

Overnight in Calgary. (PD)

Note: The standard check-in time is after 1500 hrs.

DAY 2 On to Banff. Picturesque Canadian Rockies. Visit Sulphur Mountain by Gondola Ride.

Today, proceed on an orientation tour of Calgary. Later, we drive to Banff National Park - Canada's oldest national park, nestled amid the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Enroute Feel the fresh mountain air, watch for wildlife and get adventurous on Banff's largest lake. Lake Minnewanka is one of Banff's most popular destinations. Later take a ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in the Banff Gondola - a scenic cableway. The scenic cableway ride leads to viewing decks, hiking trails and breathtaking 360-degree rooftop observation deck.

Overnight in Banff / Canmore. (B, D)

DAY 3  Explore Banff National Park. Visit Lake Louise. 

Today, we see more of Banff National Park, taking a bus tour through the towering mountains of Rundle, Tunnel, Cascade and Norquay and learning about natural attractions. Visit the beautiful Bow Falls a major waterfall on the Bow River. Also Visit Surprise Corner which is Scenic viewpoint overlooking the 1888 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and Sulphur Mountain. Later visit the enchanting Lake Louise, world famous for its turquoise water, the Victoria Glacier and soaring mountain backdrop and Marvel at Moraine Lake's opalescent waters; learn about the human history of the landscapes; look for moose, bear, and elk. 

Overnight in Banff / Canmore. (B, D)

DAY 4 Visit Icefields Parkway and enjoy the Glacier Adventure.

Today, we proceed to Ice-fields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic mountain drives, through the natural splendor of Banff and Jasper national parks. Ice fields Parkway is one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world. Here, you'll travel on a massive Ice Explorer to a place where you can walk on, feel and drink from the Athabasca Glacier.

Overnight in Jasper/ Hinton. (B, D)

DAY 5 Drive to Jasper National Park. Visit Maligne Canyon. Onto Kamloops.

Today, experience Jasper National Park by travelling along the trails of the early explorers and viewing the park's unspoiled grandeur. Later, visit Maligne Canyon, created by over 10,000 years of water erosion. An exciting place with waterfalls, underground stream outlets, birds and plant life. Later, drive to Kamloops.

Overnight in Kamloops. (B, D)

DAY 6  Drive to Whistler. Enjoy the 'Peak 2 Peak' gondola ride.

Today, we'll drive to Whistler, one of the largest ski resorts in North America and 2010 Vancouver winter Olympics venue. Take a ride on the breathtaking 'Peak 2 Peak' Gondola, a 4.4-kilometre world record-breaking journey provides an unparalleled perspective of British Columbia's rooftop and incomparable views of towering volcanic peaks, coastal rainforests, and ancient glaciers. Later, explore Whistler on your own.

Overnight in Whistler. (B, D)

DAY 7 Onto Vancouver. Visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. Guided City Tour. FlyOver Canada Ride.

Today, we drive to Vancouver, en route stop by to view the Shannon falls. Later, visit the Capilano Park and take a walk over the famous suspension bridge. Next proceed on a guided city tour of Vancouver, visit Stanley Park, Canada Place and view the famous steam clock while driving through historic Gastown. Later experience the 'FlyOver Canada', a breath-taking flight simulation ride that will whisk you away on an exhilarating journey across Canada.

Overnight in Vancouver. (B, D)

DAY 8 Orientation tour of Victoria. Visit to Butchart Gardens.

Today, board the British Columbia Ferry and sail through the Active Pass and Gulfs Islands to Victoria. Here, visit the beautiful Butchart Gardens, the 55 acres of beautiful garden haven, overflowing with lush greens and colourful blooms. Next, proceed on a panoramic tour of Victoria, see the Royal British Columbia Museum, Victoria's Inner Harbor and the Parliament Building. Later some free to explore Victoria City before we return back to Vancouver.

Overnight in Vancouver. (B, D)

DAY 9  Bid farewell.

Today, proceed to the airport on your own as your memorable tour comes to an end. Please do spare a few moments of your valuable time to write and

share with us your wonderful experience. (B)