Majestic Rockies
11 Days
Tour Description
Sugar, cream, or clouds in your coffee? On this majestic tour of the Canadian Rockies, you can relish all three. A sunny gondola ride to breakfast atop Banff’s Sulphur Mountain, a private breakfast at Whistler’s Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, and a special dinner inside the original greenhouse at Victoria’s lush Butchart Gardens are just some of the ways to devour the elevating scenery on this holiday through Alberta and British Columbia. Bold and breathtaking views are served from Vancouver to Calgary as you savour cooling breezes of Sun Peaks, the glacial wonder of the Columbia Icefield, the alluring blue hue of Lake Louise, and the magnificent canyons and gorges of Jasper National Park. A panoramic cruise along the crystal waters of Maligne Lake to remote Spirit Island – one of Canada’s most cherished and photographed places – is everyone’s favourite course on this journey through Western Canada.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
-Enjoy more time in Calgary to see the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” with exciting rodeo action, chuckwagon races, and more. Available on the CVX June 30 departure.
- Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favourable weather conditions.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides, to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
-Enjoy more time in Calgary to see the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” with exciting rodeo action, chuckwagon races, and more. Available on the CVX June 30 departure.
- Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favourable weather conditions.
Priced From:
$ 6011pp *
Start Location: Vancouver, Canada
End Location: Calgary, Canada
Major Destinations: Victoria Orientation Tour. ,Whistler,Vancouver ,Jasper,Banff National Park
Breakfast Meals Included:
10
Lunch Meals Included:
1
Dinner Meals Included:
2
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER, BC
Welcome to Vancouver!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day
2
VANCOUVER-VICTORIA
British Columbia Treasures
Tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles. Catch the BC Ferry over to Vancouver Island and Victoria. See major attractions on your city orientation tour including the Fairmont Empress Hotel, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. Later, visit world-famous [LF] Butchart Gardens, followed by a special dinner in the former historic greenhouse. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
PICTURE PERFECT Butchart Gardens, named for the woman who founded this botanical oasis of blooming shades and horticultural design, is a National Historic site for its legacy and lush treasure of millions of flowering beds and over 900 varieties of plants in exquisitely landscaped gardens bring fairytales to life.
Day
3
VICTORIA
City of Gardens
The day is free to explore on your own. (B)
FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE in Victoria with a stroll in the quaint downtown area with its British colonial architecture to shop and admire its heritage buildings and stunning gardens, then relax over proper British afternoon tea. Your Tour Director may suggest an optional marine wildlife and whale-watching trip. Shoppers will love Government Street's elegant shops and Market Square's specialty stores. Your GlobusGO mobile app has the maps and tips for the perfect day.
Day
4
VICTORIA-WHISTLER
Gulf Dreams
Board a BC Ferry crossing the Strait of Georgia through the spectacular Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its Mediterranean-type climate. En route to Whistler, stop at Shannon Falls, where a boardwalk leads to a viewing platform near the base of the roaring falls. On to the alpine resort of Whistler at the base of breathtaking Blackcomb Mountain. Time to explore the 2010 Winter Olympics' sites. Enjoy a 2-night stay at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, with classic elegance in a modern alpine setting at the base on Blackcomb Mountain. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Nestled at the base of breathtaking Blackcomb Mountain, the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Whistler brings old and new together in a seamless blend of historical style and modern beauty. Enjoy impeccable service and outstanding cuisine in this pristine mountain wilderness.
Day
5
WHISTLER
Alpine Adventures
Full free day to explore all that Whistler has to offer. (B)
FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE in Whistler. You might enjoy a trip on Whistler's Peak2Peak Gondola, connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Enjoy spectacular scenery and incredible photo opportunities as you travel via the longest unsupported gondola span in the world. Other options include a walk in the treetops, a sightseeing excursion by air, shopping in the village, or just relaxing at your resort.
Day
6
WHISTLER-SUN PEAKS
Ancient Traditions
This morning, enjoy a visit and breakfast at the [LF] Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, dedicated to the history and culture of the First Nations people. Then, journey north through the heart of the magnificent Cariboo region. Spectacular scenery abounds as you pass by rolling hills, deeply incised rivers, and sparkling lakes. Afternoon arrival in Sun Peaks with the balance of the day at leisure. Free time this evening. (B)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
CULTURAL GEMS Visit the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre before opening hours where you will be greeted with a First Nations welcome followed by breakfast. The centre is a spectacular setting, which brings to life the history of Native peoples whose traditions and beautiful culture still resonate today.
Day
7
SUN PEAKS-JASPER
Sun, Snow & Stars
Continue north, following Yellowhead Highway and hugging the mighty North Thompson River, into the province of Alberta. See the base of 12,972-foot Mount Robson (the highest point in the Canadian Rockies) before entering Jasper National Park. Marvel at the precipitous gorges, snow-capped summits, and lakes of exquisite blues and greens in this wild mountain wilderness. Before arriving at your hotel, you may wish to take an optional float trip down the historic Athabasca River, where your experienced guide will navigate as you absorb the splendour of Jasper National Park. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Spanning nearly 4,250 square miles of spectacular natural beauty, Jasper is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Its vast wilderness, majestic peaks, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking panoramic sights lie below an incredible Dark Sky to thrill stargazers as well.
Day
8
JASPER. EXCURSION TO MALIGNE LAKE
Spectacular Jasper National Park
Travel through Jasper's unspoiled beauty to glacial Maligne Canyon for lunch at the Wilderness Kitchen. Continue to stunning Maligne Lake for a narrated scenic cruise to Spirit Island. Return to Jasper where the balance of the day is at leisure to explore Jasper on your own. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
GLACIAL EROSION A cruise to Spirit Island on the turquoise waters of Maligne Lake is a spectacular sight to behold as one of the most photographed locations in the world for its jaw-dropping beauty.
Day
9
JASPER-COLUMBIA ICEFIELD-LAKE LOUISE-BANFF
Rocky Mountain Majesty
Head south through Jasper National Park on Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield for a thrilling Ice Explorer ride on Athabasca Glacier with a Glaciologist guide. Climb Sunwapta Pass to savour stunning vistas of alpine meadows, waterfalls, and massive glaciers. Next, stop at Lake Louise, whose green-blue waters form a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria. Continue into Banff for a free evening. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC RIDE Be moved by an expedition across the Athabasca Glacier. Traverse this massive glacier aboard the all-terrain Columbia Ice Explorer and walk on the surface where the Earth's geology is changing beneath your feet. Feel the force of nature's strength on an ancient glacier that still carves the face of the Rocky Mountains today.
Day
10
BANFF
Heavenly Heights
Breakfast this morning is served on top of Sulphur Mountain. Take a scenic ride on the [LF] Banff Gondola to the top of the mountain and then enjoy spectacular views of the valley below as you savour a flavourful meal. Additional sightseeing in Banff includes a visit to Bow Falls. The balance of the afternoon is at leisure. Consider an optional flightseeing trip for a bird's-eye view of the Rockies. This evening, join your Tour Director for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
LOCAL FAVOURITE
EPIC RIDE Soar to the top of the world on the Banff Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy breakfast and be in awe of the magnificent, natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies with breathtaking views you'll never forget.
Day
11
BANFF-CALGARY
Happy trails until we meet again!
Morning drive to Calgary. Your holiday ends at Calgary International Airport. Schedule flights to depart from Calgary International Airport after 2 pm. (B)
Dates & prices
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Departure Date :
2024-09-22
Return Date :
2024-10-02
Triple :
6771 NZD
Twin :
7149 NZD
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2024-09-15
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2024-09-25
Triple :
6011 NZD
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6389 NZD
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2024-09-08
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2024-09-18
Triple :
6011 NZD
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6389 NZD
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2024-09-01
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2024-09-11
Triple :
6011 NZD
Twin :
6389 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-08-25
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2024-09-04
Triple :
7040 NZD
Twin :
7499 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-08-22
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2024-09-01
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-08-11
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2024-08-21
Triple :
6250 NZD
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6709 NZD
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2024-08-04
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2024-08-14
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-07-25
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2024-08-04
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-07-21
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2024-07-31
Triple :
7040 NZD
Twin :
7499 NZD
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2024-07-18
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2024-07-28
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-07-11
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2024-07-21
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-06-30
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2024-07-10
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-06-20
Return Date :
2024-06-30
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-06-16
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2024-06-26
Triple :
7040 NZD
Twin :
7499 NZD
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2024-06-09
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2024-06-19
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-06-02
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2024-06-12
Triple :
6250 NZD
Twin :
6709 NZD
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2024-05-26
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2024-06-05
Triple :
6206 NZD
Twin :
6649 NZD
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2024-05-19
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2024-05-29
Triple :
6836 NZD
Twin :
7239 NZD
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2024-05-12
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2024-05-22
Triple :
6095 NZD
Twin :
6489 NZD
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