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Get set for an action-packed Intrepid adventure in Canada's west coast. Trek the Rocky Mountain parks, bike and hike through the Valley of Five Lakes then ride an ice-mobile in one of Canada's oldest parkland. Admire creaking glaciers and explore the world's only temperate inland rainforest, then sea kayak, hike and whale-watch on Vancouver Island. Get your skates on - this exhilarating journey through Canada's pristine, ever-changing landscape is ready to go.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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21 days |
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ex Vancouver
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Maximum of 13 travellers per group |
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Canada, United States |
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Get set for an action-packed Intrepid adventure in Canada's west coast. Trek the Rocky Mountain parks, bike and hike through the Valley of Five Lakes then ride an ice-mobile in one of Canada's oldest parkland. Admire creaking glaciers and explore the world's only temperate inland rainforest, then sea kayak, hike and whale-watch on Vancouver Island. Get your skates on - this exhilarating journey through Canada's pristine, ever-changing landscape is ready to go.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Sleep under the stars at a cowboy ranch at Wells Gray Provincial Park, Camp in the shadow of the majestic Rockies in Jasper and Banff, Conquer whitewater rapids on Kicking Horse River, Unwind on chilled Vancouver Island, Traverse the scenic Icefields Parkway, Walk through the world's only temperate inland rainforest in Revelstoke, See vast ice expanses at Glacier National Park, Admire curious carvings in Hope, Unwind on chilled Vancouver Island, Cycle through Vancouver's leafy Stanley Park |
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- Camping (with facilities) (17 nts)
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Day 1 VancouverGet a first glimpse of the Canadian Rockies from the laidback city of Vancouver. Day 2 WhistlerDays 3-5 Wells Gray Provincial Park Boasting some of the country's most pristine wilderness, Wells Gray Provincial Park is a gem in Canada's crown. By day, perhaps explore the area by canoe or horseback then spend evenings toasting s'mores by the fire at a cowboy ranch.Day 6 Mt Robson Travel to Vancouver and enjoy this picturesque city on a bike ride through Stanley Park.Days 7-8 Jasper National Park Travel to Mt Robson Provincial Park, home to the highest mountains in the Canadian Rockies. Continue to Jasper and experience a sense of sublime wonder while camping among ancient mountains and mesmerising blue lakes.Days 9-11 Banff National Park Venture through the breathtaking Icefields Parkway on the way to Banff. Opt to ride an ice-mobile on the Athabasca Glacier and stop by the chateau at fairytale Lake Louise for a hot drink and some of the most incredible vistas on the planet. A playground for outdoor enthusiasts, Banff has plenty of scenic hiking trails and natural hot springs to while away the hours.Days 12-13 Yoho National Park/Golden Get pulses racing on an optional whitewater rafting trip on the churning Kicking Horse River in Yoho National Park. Visit the amazing Takakkaw Falls and travel through dramatic parkland to the town of Golden.Day 14 Glacier National Park/Mt Revelstoke National Park The icy landscapes of Glacier National Park are extraordinary. Admire some of the 400 glaciers on show before heading to Mt Revelstoke. An afternoon hike offers a great opportunity to see it up close.Day 15 Hope Located at the meeting of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers, Hope, the chainsaw-carving capital of Canada, is speckled with curious statues depicting eagles, bears and cougars.Days 16-18 Vancouver Island Take a ferry to Vancouver Island. Perhaps join a whale-watching tour in Tofino. Visit Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, to see quaint English gardens or spend an afternoon in a waterfront beer garden.Days 19-20 Victoria Spend some time exploring the charming capital of British Colombia. For a great local experience, take a ride in on of the 'bathtub' ferries and enjoy a tasty meal and great views of the harbour.Day 21 Vancouver End the Explore Canada adventure back in the beautiful city of Vancouver.
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| When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable. - Clifton Fadiman |
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