Wonders of the Canadian Rockies
YOUR HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS
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• • 3 Breakfasts • City orientation tours • Start: Calgary • End: Vancouver • Trip code: SWON
9 Nights accommodation
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FROM €1330 *PER PERSON TWIN SHARE
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Day 1
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ARRIVE CALGARY
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Welcome to Calgary. After settling in to your hotel you'll meet up with your Travel Director this afternoon, then head out to discover the city your way. Hotel: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown Day 2
CALGARY – BANFF
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Banff is famed for its dramatic vistas, a taste of which you'll be getting on a sightseeing tour that will take you along Tunnel Mountain Drive, spotting sights such as Cascade Mountain, Bow Falls, and the surreal, nature beaten Hoodoos. Hotel: Inns of Banff Day 3
BANFF FREE TIME
Explore Banff National Park today, or add some of our favourite Optional Experiences to unlock
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this region in style like helicopter flights over the Three Sisters Peak. Either way, today's selection will not disappoint. Day 4
BANFF – ICEFIELDS PARKWAY – JASPER
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The magnificent Icefi elds Parkway awaits you this morning. You'll make a stop at glacier fed Peyto Lake, before heading on to explore the Columbia Icefi eld, riding the giant Ice Explorer across the Athabasca Glacier. Later, it's all about glorious Jasper. Hotel: Lobstick Lodge Day 5
JASPER NATIONAL PARK FREE TIME
We've got a range of exciting Optional Experiences on hand today to help make your Jasper National Park experience tailored to you. Opt for a gentle fl oat trip down the Athabasca River, or maybe a guided walk on the “Path of the Glaciers”. Day 6
JASPER – KAMLOOPS
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Journeying through Jasper National Park, you'll catch sight of Mount Robson, the most prominent mountain in the North American Rockies. Today's drive will fi nish up in Kamloops. Hotel: Comfort Inn & Suites Kamloops Day 7
KAMLOOPS – VICTORIA
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VICTORIA FREE TIME
Breakfast this morning is a real treat - you'll be heading to the world famous Butchart Gardens in the Blue Poppy Restaurant, where you'll dine surrounded by beautiful blooms. The rest of the day is yours to explore your way. Why not join our Whale Watching Optional Experience, where you'll head out to try and catch a glimpse of the majestic orca. (IC) Day 9
VICTORIA – VANCOUVER
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You'll be reaching Vancouver by ferry today as you kick off your stay here with a sightseeing
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On Board Ship Credit Book before February 28th, 2020 and receive shipboard credit. USD $25 p.p. for Ocean View or USD $50 p.p. for Vista Suites. 7 Crossovers: These departures will operate as per the 2019 brochure. Itineraries, duration, hotels and inclusions may vary. Please inquire at the time of booking. Cruise Fees, Taxes and Tips: These compulsory charges are levied by the cruise line and are comprised of a Non-Commissionable Fare, Hotel Service Charges (cruise tips), Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses. See Terms and Conditions for details. IMPORTANT INFO & FINER DETAILS All prices are per person, twin share, land only. Single Rooms: On all itineraries single rooms are available to book at a supplement. See costsavertour.com for pricing. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, €100 per person. Guaranteed Room Share not available when combining land and cruise.
Full payment for Land and Cruise is required 80 days prior to departure.
No doubt leaving with happy memories of warm Canadian hospitality, you'll make your way to the airport and your respective corners of the world. Your departure is at leisure. Your departure is at leisure. Note: For activities marked with a caret (^) in the day-by-day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
ALASKA CRUISE OPTION
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Day 10 VANCOUVER – INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE
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After being dropped at iconic Canada Place, board your Holland America cruise liner. (D) Day 11 AT SEA Enjoy your surroundings today as you cruise the Inside Passage. (B, L, D) Day 12 TRACY ARM – JUNEAU Venture into Tracy Arm Fjord, weaving through the Tongass National Forest to reach the Alaskan capital of Juneau. (B, L, D) Day 13 SKAGWAY Gold rush era buildings and spectacular vistas await you in Skagway. (B, L, D)
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Day 14 GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK
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Day 15 KETCHIKAN
A UNESCO World Heritage site, soak in the glacial landscape unlike anywhere else in the world. (B, L, D)
Venturing into the ‘salmon capital of the world', enjoy the cheerful atmosphere that surrounds you in Ketchikan. (B, L, D)
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Day 17 DEPART VANCOUVER
Return through the Inside Passage and soak in the crisp air and phenomenal scenery on your fi nal day at sea. (B, L, D)
Sailing back into Vancouver this morning, your cruise will end on arrival. (B) Your cruise comes to an end in Vancouver between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
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Day 10 DEPART VANCOUVER
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Today you'll board a ferry bound for the capital of British Columbia, Victoria. A sightseeing tour of the city will take you along the waterfront district and into the downtown area, passing the Parliament Buildings, Government Street and through Beacon Hill Park. (B) Hotel: Comfort Inn and Suites Day 8
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tour of historic Gastown, vibrant Chinatown and Stanley Park. The rest of the afternoon is for you to explore at leisure. Join the evening Optional Experience to the Capilano Suspension Bridge followed by a West Coast inspired farewell dinner inside the park with captivating views. (B) Hotel: Pacific Gateway Hotel
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