ROCKY MOUNTAINEER ADVENTURE AND RANCH STAY, CANADA
16 nights from £2342pp
Highlights:
7 nights at Three Bars Guest Ranch, Alberta
Located in the picturesque Canadian Rockies, with over 35,000 acres, Three Bars Guest Ranch is one dude ranch where you can horseback ride to your heart's content, explore trails through the woods, crisscross the plateau or wander along a riverbank.
2 nights in Calgary at the Sandman Hotel Downtown
Ideally located in the heart of downtown Calgary, directly on the rapid transit line with the C-Train convenient to all of Calgary's attractions, such as The Calgary Tower, Stampede Grounds, the Olympic Saddledome, Calgary Zoo, and the haunting "hoodoos" of St. Georges Island Dinosaur Park.
7 Nights/ 8 Days on Rocky Mountaineer Adventure - Western Explorer
Day 1 Calgary
Spend the day sightseeing in Calgary. Overnight in Calgary.
Day 2 Calgary to Banff
Depart Calgary this morning for a tour to Banff. Highlights include Lake Minnewanka, the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Banff on your own. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise
A half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The tour ends in Lake Louise, where you will be treated to a one-hour guided lakeshore stroll. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Please note: While arrival at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will be approximately 12:00 p.m. (noon), scheduled check-in time is not until 4:00 p.m. In the event that your room is not ready, your luggage will be stored and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel.
Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper national parks via the Icefields Parkway. Among the highlights are Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Falls. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Time will be available for lunch (not included). Arrive in Jasper late this afternoon. Overnight in Jasper. Please note: Expected Ice Explorer dates of operation 15 Apr-15 Oct. When Ice Explorer is not operating, it will be replaced with lunch at Simpson’s Num-Ti-Jah Lodge.
Day 5 Jasper Sightseeing
Spend either the morning or the afternoon touring Jasper by motorcoach. Attractions include Pyramid and Patricia lakes, Maligne Canyon and the Athabasca viewpoint. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper National Park independently. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 6 Jasper to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 7 Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 8 Vancouver Departure
Depart Vancouver hotel and head to airport.
Price from £2342pp for 16 nights
Based on 2 people for 7 night stay at Three bars Guest ranch, 2 nights at Sandman Hotel Downtown, and 7 nights on the Rocky Mountaineer, incl. flights from LGW-Calgary and Vancouver–LGW, plus all meals and activities on the ranch.
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