GREAT PARKS OF THE WEST - 13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS
VANCOUVER / VANCOUVER

Beautiful Vancouver is the starting point for this two-week circular tour that showcases the national parks of the Canadian Rockies. Eastbound from Vancouver, the itinerary ventures through the Okanagan Valley, Glacier National Park, and Banff and Jasper national parks. Drive west from Jasper through the Yellowhead Pass, Wells Gray Provincial Park and Garibaldi Provincial Park before returning to Vancouver.

ITINERARY
Day 1 - ARRIVAL IN VANCOUVER

Arrive Vancouver International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. Pick up your Jonview Roadbook at the front desk as you check in. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2 - VANCOUVER

Full day in Vancouver and the surrounding area. Climb aboard a San Francisco-style trolley for a fullycommented Vancouver city tour. Sightsee at your own pace as you hop-on and hop-off for any length of time at many premier attractions, parks, gardens, galleries and restaurants. Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3 - VANCOUVER TO PENTICTON ( 395 KM )

Travel through the Coastal Mountains and Manning Provincial Park. In the park, you can take a walk on the remnants of the Dewdney Trail or the Rhododendron Flats. The town of Penticton lies at the lower end of Okanagan Lake and the lush orchards and vineyards of the Okanagan Valley. The region is also renowned for its beaches and hot, dry climate. We suggest a visit to the 560-acre Okanagan Game Farm near Penticton. Overnight in Penticton.

Day 4 - PENTICTON TO REVELSTOKE ( 260 KM )

Morning is at leisure to enjoy the Okanagan Valley. Then drive past spectacular waterfalls, towering peaks and beautiful lakes en route to the Revelstoke area. Overnight near Revelstoke.

Day 5 - REVELSTOKE TO BANFF / CANMORE ( 280 KM )

Scenic drive through Glacier National Park and Rogers Pass en route to Canada's oldest national park and the bustling resort town of Banff. Overnight in Banff / Canmore.

Day 6 - BANFF NATIONAL PARK

Entire day to tour Banff and the surrounding area. We suggest a visit to the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel or Bow Falls or ride the Sulphur Mountain Gondola. You may also try river rafting or a boat tour on Lake Minnewanka. Overnight in Banff / Canmore.

Day 7 - BANFF / CANMORE TO JASPER ( 285 KM )

Drive to Jasper via the spectacular Icefields Parkway. We suggest a stop at Peyto Lake and an Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 8 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK

You have a full day to relax and tour Jasper and the surrounding area. We suggest a boat cruise on Maligne Lake, exploring the depths of Maligne Canyon, a ride on the Jasper Tramway or a visit to Miette Hot Springs. If time permits, the Athabasca River can offer exciting whitewater rafting excursions. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 9 - JASPER TO 100 MILE HOUSE ( 465 KM )

Drive through the Yellowhead Pass, beside Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies, and continue south along the Thompson River, skirting the perimeter of Wells Gray Provincial Park. We suggest stops in Blue River and Clearwater en route to 100 Mile House. Overnight in 100 Mile-House

Day 10 - 100 MILE HOUSE

100 Mile House was founded during the days of the Cariboo Gold Rush, when a roadhouse was built here to service gold seekers heading to the goldfields. They travelled along the Cariboo Wagon Road, beginning in Lillooet and frequently stopped at the roadhouse that became known as 100 Mile House. The area is now known primarily for prime cattle ranching and leisure activities. Overnight in 100 Mile House.

Day 11 - 100 MILE HOUSE TO WHISTLER ( 300 KM )

Scenic drive south along the Cariboo Highway and Duffey Lake Road to the edge of Garibaldi Provincial Park and the popular year-round resort of Whistler. Overnight in Whistler.

Day 12 - WHISTLER

Full day to relax and enjoy outdoor activities including hiking, sailing, windsurfing, golfing, tennis and boating, as well as shopping in Whistler Village. Overnight in Whistler.

Day 13 - WHISTLER TO VANCOUVER ( 125 KM )

Morning at leisure to visit the village. Scenic two hour drive to Vancouver. Evening free to do some last-minute shopping or sample the fine cuisine and nightlife of Vancouver. Overnight near Vancouver airport.

Day 14 - END OF TOUR

Check in at Vancouver International Airport for your departure flight.

 
OPTIONAL EXTRA ACTIVITY PACKAGE
Day
6
8
12
Location
Banff
Jasper
Whister
Inclusions
2 hour Sundance Loop Horseback Ride
1.5 hour Spirit Island Cruise on Maligne Lake
3 hour canoeing in Whistler
 

Pricing Details Per Person (excluding transatlantic flights):

GREAT PARKS OF THE WEST
TWIN
SINGLE
TRIPLE
CHILD
Economy - 01 MAY - 20 OCT 09
£688
£1341
£494
£10
Standard - 01 MAY - 20 OCT 09
£800
£1571
£583
£10
Bed & Breakfast - 01 MAY - 03 OCT 09
£781
£1532
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na
Gypsy Guide Option
£169
14 Days
£9
extra days
         
Activity Package
£187
£187
£187
£126
 

Price Includes:

  • Accommodation for 13 nights
  • Day 2, Vancouver - Hop on / Hop off Trolley Tour
  • A personalised Jonview Canada Roadbook, containing essential travel information featuring overview notes of the area of travel, local sightseeing and attractions, daily itinerary highlights, provincial maps with city guides, hotel vouchers and customised day-by-day routing maps (see Bed & Breakfast special note)
  • Provincial taxes and federal GST, less tour package rebate
  • * Breaffast included on B&B tour except in Jasper & Banff/Canmore.

Price Excludes:

  • Airport transfers
  • Airport improvement fee
  • Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
  • Park entrance fees
  • Car rental, taxes and insurance

Special Notes:

  • Due to the historic nature of some of the properties on this programme, smoking restrictions are in effect
  • B&B are generally residential houses offering accommodation and facilities that are shared with resident family members
  • Specialty and smaller properties with limited inventory require a longer response time. The published accommodation may be substitued by alternate properties
  • Hotel list for Bed & Breakfast is not available on the Jonview website. Hotel list will be sent 45 days prior to arrival.
 

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