10-Day Western Canada Adventure with Glacier Ride and Seaplane Tours

10 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

See the Canadian Rockies, Whistler, Vancouver, and Tofino on this 10-day custom journey through Western Canada. Travel from Jasper and Banff to Lake Louise, Mor...

Duration: 10 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Cities: Edmonton, Canmore, Banff, Jasper, Vancouver, Whistler, Tofino, Lake Louise · Languages: English

Know before you go: Airfare is not included in the price, but we can assist in finding the exact flights needed upon request.; All participants must book travel insurance within 72 hours of booking this tour. At a minimum, such insurance must cover cancellations, medical expenses, evacuations, flight loss or delays, and 24/7 assistance.; 1-2 persons for one room: $2,868; 3-4 persons for two rooms: $5,736; 5-6 persons for three rooms: $8,604; 7-8 persons for four rooms: $11,472; 9-10 persons for five rooms: $14,340; International airfare is available for those holding VIP membership - please inquire for details.

About Banff

Canada

Banff

From its eponymous national park to its sprawling ski fields and bubbling hot springs, Banff boasts arguably Canada’s finest array of outdoorsy activities. Get a local guide to show you the local tips.

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What's Included

Lodging: accommodation provided
All ground and water transportation: transportation arrangements included
All activities in the itinerary below: scheduled activities covered
All entry fees: entrance fees included
Your own on-call concierge: access to personal concierge service
Breakfasts: daily breakfast included
Lunch x 1: one lunch provided

Not Included

Airfare
Alcohol
Travel insurance
Government-imposed visa fees
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Edmonton and Transfer to Jasper

Travel through the city of Edmonton to reach the first destination, the resort town of Jasper. Jasper is home to the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Jasper National Park attracts travellers seeking vast wilderness, majestic peaks, and abundant wildlife. Please note that if you cannot arrive at Edmonton Airport by 2:00 pm, you will need a pre-tour day. In that case, you would sleep in Downtown Edmonton for the evening. The tour would then begin the following day. All arrangements can be made for you if you need to stay overnight in Edmonton.
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Day 02

Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake, and Spirit Island Cruise

On this day trip from Jasper, visit Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake. Also enjoy a boat cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island. Maligne Canyon features waterfalls, underground stream outlets, birds, and plant life. Wildlife is surprisingly abundant around Medicine Lake. Grizzly bears, black bears, mule deer, wolves, moose, mountain sheep, and bald eagles are among the animals that frequent the lake area during the summer season. The lake cruise is scenic and is arguably the highlight of the day.
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Day 03

Icefields Parkway to Banff via Glacier and Lake Stops

Although this is the relocation day from Jasper to the resort town of Banff, many important stops are made along the way: Athabasca FallsColumbia Icefield, where you ride on the actual glacier in a specially designed, stretched-out monster busWeeping Wall WaterfallsBow LakeCrowfoot GlacierPeyto Lake Athabasca Falls Columbia Icefield, where you ride on the actual glacier in a specially designed, stretched-out monster bus Weeping Wall Waterfalls Bow Lake Crowfoot Glacier Peyto Lake Today is best described as one of the most scenic drives on Earth. Please note that lunch is included on today's tour.
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Day 04

Canmore Helicopter Flight and Johnston Canyon

On this day trip from Banff, the morning begins with a visit to the town of Canmore. From there, take a helicopter ride. The mountainous scenery is like no other. Later in the day, after returning to Banff, visit nearby Johnston Canyon. Limestone rock eroding over thousands of years created a picture-perfect landscape of sheer canyon walls, waterfalls, tunnels, and natural pools.
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Day 05

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Minnewanka Cruise, and Banff Gondola

On another day trip from Banff, visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Also enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka. The evening ends with a ride on the Banff Gondola. Ascend Sulphur Mountain at 2,281 meters or 7,484 feet, then follow the well-designed skywalk.
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Day 06

Transfer to Whistler and Seaplane Flightseeing

After relocating by both land and air from Banff to the resort town of Whistler, enjoy a seaplane ride. Rugged peaks, majestic glaciers, lush alpine meadows, and turquoise glacial waters await. After this flightseeing tour, return to town. More than two million people visit Whistler each year. Its pedestrian village has won numerous design awards. Whistler has been voted among the top destinations in North America by major magazines since the mid-1990s. You are encouraged to end the day with a visit to the town's most famous ice bar. It is fascinating even for those who do not drink.
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Day 07

Whistler Adventure Day with Off-Roading, Rafting, and Ziplining

On excursions from Whistler, go off-roading, whitewater rafting, and ziplining. These are three of the most popular activities in Whistler, and all of them are included in one day. Even beyond the thrill factor, the nature seen today is reason enough not to miss out.
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Day 08

Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Capilano, and Vancouver Evening

Before relocating by land to the city of Vancouver, ride the so-called Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Until 2017, it held the world record for the longest free span between ropeway towers. Adding to the overall experience are the ski lift ride and the 425-foot suspension bridge called Cloudraker Skybridge. Once in Vancouver, head to another suspension bridge, Capilano. It is 140 meters or 460 feet long and 70 meters or 230 feet above the river. Capilano attracts more than 1.2 million visitors each year. It is recommended that you end the evening in Downtown Vancouver, specifically in the area called Gastown. There you will find many restaurants, galleries, shops, and places to party.
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Day 09

Granville Island and Scenic Seaplane Day Trip to Tofino

Before taking a day trip by seaplane to the village of Tofino, visit Vancouver's most famous public market. It is located on Granville Island. Established in 1979, Granville Island Public Market is housed in an enclosed facility where customers can purchase fresh produce, meat, seafood, cheeses, and many other products, many of them locally sourced. There are approximately 50 vendors in the market, including food vendors. They sell a range of items, from Mexican, Asian, Greek, and deli food to candy and snacks. The market attracts both local residents and tourists. The seaplane ride between Vancouver and Tofino is quite scenic. On a clear day, you may see whales as well as Clayoquot Sound. This is a body of water with many inlets and islands. While in Tofino, there is time to walk around town. A visit to Chesterman Beach is recommended for those who wish to swim.
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Day 10

Departure from Vancouver

Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport or port in Vancouver.