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OMT#03 Pacific & the Rockies + Jasper Motorcoach Tour from Vancouver to Calgary
The motorcoach tour encompasses the magnificent coast and mountain sceneries of British Columbia and Alberta - from Vancouver, Whistler to Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Calgary. We travel from Vancouver to the world-class ski destination Whistler through BC’s scenic Coastal Mountains. Visit a working cattle ranch in the southern Chilcotin area and continue the journey to Banff in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Another highlight is the journey along the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield where you will attend the snowcoach tour. No vacation would be complete without a trip to Jasper National Park. We overnight in first-class hotels and mountain lodges in scenic locations. The tour ends in Calgary.
Motorcoach Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Vancouver - Whistler
Arrive in Vancouver at your leisure. You motorcoach journey commends with a pick up at the Vancouver International Airport or selected downtown hotels. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway towards Whistler. On your way you pass the Shannon Waterfalls and the Stawamus Chief rock face. Arrive at Whistler in the afternoon and check in your hotel. Enjoy the remaining afternoon to explore the town of Whistler, host to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Day 02: Whistler - Kamloops / Lac Le Jeune
On today’s coach journey you will see dramatic changes in scenery. Travel along Duffey Lake Road from the mountain-lined Pemberton Valley through a high traverse of the Coast Mountains. Be rewarded by some of the best roadside scenery of the southwestern British Columbia. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Lillooet, known as Mile '0' on the famous Cariboo Trail that led to the Cariboo Gold Rush. After traveling along lush green fields and winding river canyons you know enter the desert-like environment of the interior. Arrive in time for your evening dinner at Lac Le Jeune. Take an evening stroll to the nearby lakes, where 'jumping' rainbow trouts will entertain you.
Day 03: Kamloops / Lac Le Jeune - Lake Louise
Your motorcoach tour continues after a delicious breakfast. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you travel past rocky lakeshores of Shuswap Lake, across ranchlands and high mountain passes. You frequently stop at interesting and historical places like Craigellachie where the last spike of the CP railway was driven, the Kicking Horse Canyon, Spiral Tunnels and Rogers Pass. Have lunch while enjoying scenic views of glaciers and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. After passing Emerald Lake in Yoho Park you arrive at the 'Jewel of the Rockies' Lake Louise with towering Chateau Lake Louise. Overnight at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Day 04: Lake Louise - Icefields Parkway - Jasper
The splendour of the Icefields Parkway can hardly be overstated: a 230-kilometre road from Lake Louise to Jasper through the heart of the Rockies, it ranks as one of the world's most spectacular mountain highway. The Icefields Parkway follows the Rockies, crossing through several mountain passes, and skirting many glaciers, lakes and abundant wildlife. Arrive at the Columbia Icefield, presenting an awesome sight when first viewed from the Icefields Parkway. Here you have the chance to take a ride in one of the chunky Snocoaches to experience the glacier. The vehicle makes a thrillingly steep descent from the lateral moraine to travel some distance along the surface of the glacier, allowing passengers a walk on the ice. Continue to Jasper.
Day 05: Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Banff National Park
This morning you will explore the sights and attractions of Jasper. Jasper National Park is gateway to some of the most majestic, pristine and accessible wilderness Canada has to offer. Visit Mount Edith Cavell, Miette Hot Springs and the Jasper Tramway. No trip to the Canadian Rockies has been complete without a cruise to Spirit Island on Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park. In the afternoon enjoy the scenic motorcoach tour to Banff.
Day 06: Banff National Park
Today you have more time to visit the sights and attractions of Banff. The small town is located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a popular destination with its majestic mountains, sparkling blue glaciers and alpine wildflower meadows. This morning attend a guided sightseeing tour including a visit to the Banff Springs Hotel, Cave and Basin Center, the Hoodoos at Tunnel Mountain and a cruise on glacier-blue Lake Minnewanka. Your sightseeing tour includes also the scenic gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain and the entrance fee to the Whyte Museum where you'll learn more about the wildlife and history of Banff.
Day 07: Banff National Park - Calgary
Spend the morning in Banff and depart then for your last journey to Calgary. Optional overnight stay in Calgary.










OMT#03 Pacific & the Rockies + Jasper - Standard Hotels
 Rates per Person in CAD$ Single Double Triple Quad
 May 01 - May 16
 $2093 $1549 $1449 $1380
 May 17 - September 30 $2644 $1844 $1711 $1584
 October 01 - October 15 $2016 $1510 $1429 $1361
OMT#03 Pacific & the Rockies + Jasper - Deluxe Hotels
 Rates per Person in CAD$ Single Double Triple Quad
 May 01 - May 16
 $2905 $1977 $1894 $1739
 May 17 - September 30 $3620 $2348 $2191 $1971
 October 01 - October 15 $2668 $1857 $1814 $1679
Optional Add-Ons
 Rates per Person in CAD$ Single Double Triple Quad
 Vancouver Downtown Hotel - Standard
 $128 $128 $156 $168
 Vancouver Downtown Hotel - Deluxe
 $172 $172 $187 $202
 Calgary Downtown Hotel - Standard
 $125 $125 $135 $145
 Calgary Downtown Hotel - Deluxe
 $185 $185 $195 $205
Motorcoach Tour Services Include
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation
Transfers as described
Professional English-Speaking Tour Director Service
Luggage Handling Fee
Complete Tour Documentation
6 Nights Standard or Deluxe Hotel Accommodation
PST Tax
Meals: 1 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunches, 1 x Dinner
Rocky Mountain National Park Fee
Icefields Parkway: Columbia Icefield Snocoach Tour
Jasper Sightseeing Tour: Maligne Canyon, Spirit Island
Banff Sightseeing Tour:
   Banff City + Area Tour including Admission, Whyte Museum, Cave & Basin, Banff Gondola,
   Lake Minnewanka Cruise

Note: 2.5 % GST Tax must be added

Departures: Monday & Saturday