Departure 2024 date(s): Jun 16/ July 14 / Aug 4| Number of days: 6
Day 1
Arrive Calgary – Banff National Park
Go West of Canada! The Canadian Rockies’ magnificent peaks span from the Interior Plains of Alberta to the Rocky Mountain Trench of British Columbia. Made of shale and limestone, and tipped with sparkling white snow, they’re so beautiful that UNESCO made them a World Heritage site. They’re also so tall, only advanced mountaineers can tackle them. But you don’t have to climb them. Upon arrival at Calgary International Airport (Group pick up at 7:00 pm) we go for Dinner and drive to Banff or Canmore. Hotel check in and overnight at Banff/Canmore. (Banff to Canmore is approx 30 minute drive) (Meals: D)
Day 2
Discover Banff – Sulphur Mountain & Lake Louise – Full Day
After breakfast we explore Banff national park. Hear how the 11,000 year old human history of the Bow Valley changed when three railway workers rediscovered the Cave & Basin, now a National Historic Site. See and learn about wildlife behavior, habitat, and their winter survival adaptations. Your time will be spent enjoying the sights, taking photos, and participating in short walks to view points, on the many stops of the tour.
Also included in your tour is the Gondola ride to summit of Sulphur Mountain for breathtaking views of Banff. Later discover the magical views of Lake Louise on this afternoon sightseeing tour from Banff. The views and setting of the high alpine lake have been attracting sightseers for over 100 years. Return enjoys Moraine Lake (Depend on road condition). After visiting Moraine lake – Johnston Canyon (Meals: B, D)
Day 3
Banff – Columbia Ice Fields Parkway with Skywalk to Jasper
Today travel through Banff and Jasper National Parks in the coach. Linking Lake Louise with Jasper, Alberta is one of the most beautiful journeys on the planet – the Icefields Parkway. Rated as one of the top drives in the world by Condé Nast Traveller, the Icefield Parkway is a 232 km stretch of double-lane highway winding along the Continental Divide through soaring rocky mountain peaks, icefields and vast sweeping valleys. Needless to say, a visit to the Canadian Rockies would be incomplete without experiencing the splendor of the Ice fields Parkway and the Columbia Icefields. Experience the Icefields
Parkway, one of the most scenic roadways in the Canada, and one of the most spectacular mountain highways in the world. Later proceed to Hinton. Dinner and overnight at Hinton. (Meals: B, D)
Day 4
Full day in Jasper – Spirit Island
Explore the magnificent Maligne Valley and discover striking natural beauty, abundant wildlife and a genuine geological mystery. While searching for osprey, bald eagles, big horn sheep, elk, deer and bears, you’ll visit the longest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies, view a spectacular 50-metre gorge created by 10,000 years of erosion and travel to “disappearing” Medicine Lake, the source of what is believed to be the largest underground river system in Canada. This tour delivers you to the heart of an unspoiled natural playground.
Nestled in a ring of towering mountains, Maligne Lake is the largest glacially fed lake in the Canadian Rockies. Here you’ll discover world-famous Spirit Island, the crown jewel of Jasper National Park. The Maligne Lake Cruise is an experience like no other. This interpretive tour has been declared the “Best Boat Cruise in Canada” by 8 million Reader’s Digest subscribers. You’ll be inspired by the beauty of Maligne Lake’s vibrant blue waters and by the stunning lofty peaks as you cruise to Spirit Island, a world-famous destination accessible only by boat. (Meals: B, D)
Day 5
Athabasca Falls & Glacier, Sunwapta Falls, Peyton Lake – Calgary
Another glorious day on the Icefields Parkway, this time travelling south. Each direction offers unique views. Take in the pristine beauty and powerful roar of one of the most photogenic waterfalls in Canada – Athabasca Falls. Later visit one of the most impressive waterfalls in the Canadian Rockies. Moose and grizzly bears roam the area, so be prepared for amazing wildlife encounters! Sunwapta Falls. Next, a photo stops at turquoise-colored Peyton Lake. Then, descend to the Great Plains of Canada. Return to Calgary. Upon arrival Orientation Tour of Calgary. Farewell dinner. Overnight at Calgary. (Meals: B, L, D)
Day 6
Departure
Today after breakfast, proceed to airport to take your flight back to USA.
| City | Nights | Deluxe Hotels |
|---|---|---|
|
Banff /Canmore |
02 |
Holiday inn Canmore /Coast Canmore or similar |
|
Jasper /Hinton |
02 |
Holiday in hinton or Similar |
|
Calgary |
01 |
Radisson calgary or Similar |
INCLUSIONS
- Deluxe Hotel Accommodation
- All Transfers And Sightseeing As Per The Itinerary
- All Entrance Tickets As Per The Itinerary
- Breakfast,Lunch, Dinner as per the itinerary
- Jain meals upon request
- services Of Maxim Tour Escort
- Taxes
- 2 water bottle per person per day (500 ml)
EXCLUSIONS
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, baggage handling, shopping, drinks
- International Airfare& taxes
- Any incidental Charges at the Hotel
- Cost of Visa if any
- Tips USD 4 Per Person Per Day
- Any other services not mentioned in the ‘itinerary’ and ‘tour inclusion’
Land Package cost: Per person on twin share
USD 1695.00
Cost based on min 25 people