5-Day Canadian Rockies Tour from Vancouver: Columbia Icefield, Banff National Park and Jasper National Park

Highlights

Stay in two major national park towns: Banff Town and Jasper Town
Four major national parks + two provincial parks --- Rich attractions, value-for-money experience
Jasper National Park + Banff National Park + Yoho National Park + Glacier National Park
Robson Provincial Park + Wells Gray Provincial Park
Banff Sulfur Mountain Gondola - 360-degree panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains
Ice Explorer - Giant Snowmobile Tour to the Columbia Icefield
Maligne Lake Cruise – Visit the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains, and explore the mysterious Elven Island
Johnston Gorge - a stunning natural attraction carved by thousands of years of water erosion

Itinerary

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Day01
Vancouver - Kelowna - Salmon Arm / Revelstoke Hotel:Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm OR Sandman Hotel Revelstoke OR similar

Day 1: Vancouver - Kelowna - Salmon Arm / Revelstoke

Introduction:

Tour Overview：

Today we will depart from Vancouver in the morning and pass through the scenic Fraser Valley until arriving at the beautiful town of Marritt, which is the location of the famous movie Jurassic Park. After lunch, we will head to Kelowna, the hometown of fruits in BC Province, to visit the local famous "VQA" winery to taste red and white grape wines and buy world-famous Canadian ice wine. We will also pass by the Okanagan Lake (Okanagan Lake) and the color-changing lake known as the "Water Monster Lake." Following, we will drive to Vernon to take a visit the local bee farm and taste different flavors of natural honey or buy a premium royal jelly jar. We will also be staying overnight in Salmon Bay/Grizzly.

Itinerary:

Vancouver → Merritt → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Vernon Planet Bee Honey Farm (30 mins) → Salmon Arm / Revelstoke

Hotel:

Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm OR Sandman Hotel Revelstoke OR similar

Day02
Salmon Arm / Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff Hotel:Irwin's Mountain Inn OR Red Carpet Inn OR similar

Day 2: Salmon Arm / Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff

Introduction:

Tour Overview：

In the morning, we will visit the famous "Last Nail" in the Pacific Railway Memorial Park, which is a mark to commemorate the completion of the Pacific Railway and also witness the great contribution made by Chinese workers to the railway more than a hundred years ago. Then, we will drive through Glacier National Park and Yoho National Park, and we will finally enter into Banff National Park. After lunch, we will proceed to the beautiful Lake Louise. Then, we will go to one of the most photographic lakes Moraine Lake (depending on the road conditions). Following, we will head to take a quick tour at the Bow River Falls. We will also take the Banff Gondola to enjoy the wonderful scenic views of the Rocky Mountains. Stay overnight in Baff.

Itinerary:

Salmon Arm / Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass-by) → Yoho National Park (Pass-by) → Banff National Park → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Banff Gondola (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Banff

Special Note:
1. The opening time of Moraine Lake is from June to mid-October. If it is not open during the tour, the scenic spot will be cancelled, and the tour time of Louise Lake will be increased accordingly.

Hotel:

Irwin's Mountain Inn OR Red Carpet Inn OR similar

Day03
Banff National Park - Columbia Icefield - Jasper Hotel:Tonquin Inn OR Maligne Lodge OR similar

Day 3: Banff National Park - Columbia Icefield - Jasper

Introduction:

Tour Overview：

Rise and shine! Today we will head to Johnston Canyon in the morning. This canyon is a truly breathtaking natural attraction in Banff National Park. The magnificent waterfalls of Johnston Creek will leave you with an unforgettable impression. Then, we will drive along the Route 93, which was selected as "the most beautiful landscape road in the world." Along the way, we will pass the Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake, and finally arrive at the famous Peyto Lake. Following, we will take a visit to the Columbia Icefield. You can take a giant snowmobile to the Athabasca Glacier and get in touch with the ancient ice. You may also walk on the 280-meter-high glass bridge! Finally, we will head to the Athabasca Falls and stay overnight in Jasper.

Itinerary:

Banff → Banff National Park → Johnston Canyon (45 mins) → Crowfoot Glacier (Pass-by) → Bow Lake (Pass-by) → Peyto Lake (30 mins) → Columbia Icefield (3 hours, Ice Explorer and skywalk is mandatory) → Adabaska Falls (30 mins) → Jasper

Hotel:

Tonquin Inn OR Maligne Lodge OR similar

Day04
Jasper - Mount Robson Provincial Park - Kamloops Hotel:Prestige Aberdeen Lodge Kamloops OR similar

Day 4: Jasper - Mount Robson Provincial Park - Kamloops

Introduction:

Tour Overview：

In the morning, we will leave Jasper for the famous scenic spot - Maligne Lake and Maligne Canyon. It is the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains. Here is the world-famous Spirit Island with beautiful lakes and mountains. At noon, we will arrive in the Mount Robson Provincial Park. Mount Robson is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site , but also the starting point of the Fraser River. It is also the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, with an altitude of 3954 meters. After lunch, we will head to Wells Gray Provincial Park and take a visit to Spahats Creek Falls, which is a geographical wonder left after years of glacial and volcanic activities. Overnight in Kamloops.

Itinerary:

Jasper → Maligne Lake Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Maligne Canyon (45 mins) → Mount Robson Provincial Park (30 mins) → Valemont → Spahats Creek Falls (30 mins) → Kamloops

Special Note：

1. Maligne Lake Cruise is short of resources. It is highly recommended that you pay in advance to ensure the cruise resources.

2. The opening time of Maligne Lake is from June to October. If it is not open during the tour, the scenic spot will be cancelled, and the tour time of Maligne Canyon will be increased accordingly.

Hotel:

Prestige Aberdeen Lodge Kamloops OR similar

Day05
Kamloops - BC Wildlife Park - Vancouver

Day 5: Kamloops - BC Wildlife Park - Vancouver

Introduction:

Tour Overview：

In the morning, we will first visit the Kamloops Ginseng Factory. You will learn about the planting and curative effect of ginseng, and you will have the opportunity to taste authentic ginseng tea. Then we will head to visit the BC Wildlife Park. You can see various wild animals here! After lunch, follow us and have a quick view of the filming location of Stallone's movie "First Blood" - Hope Town, which is the only way for gold diggers years ago. After lunch, we will drive back to Vancouver.

Itinerary:

Kamloops → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → BC Wildlife Park (Optional, 90 mins) → Hope Town (30 mins) → Vancouver

Transfer:

Addr
Vancouver Chinatown,50 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 3V6, Canada Transfer with surcharge: USD$50 / CAD$60 single trip (under 3 people), additional $12 per person.
River Rock Casino Resort,8811 River Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3P8, Canada
West Vancouver (on Cambie St & 42nd Ave.),5812 Cambie St. Scotiabank
Burnaby: HSBC Bank Crystal Mall,2829-4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2A9, Canada
Real Canadian Superstore,1301 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam, BC V3K 6P9, Canada
Guildford Recreation Centre,15105 105 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 7G8, Canada
Vancouver International Airport (YVR), We suggest for domestic flights to please be booked after 19:30. For all other international flights we suggest booking flights after 20:30.

Pricing

Standard Price

Double

$838.00/p

Triple

$718.00/p

Quard

$658.00/p

Single

$1,288.00/p

Fuel surcharge

Mandatory fee for fuel surcharge[view]
Standard
+$6.00/p/day

Inclusion

1. Transportation: The type of vehicle used will based on the number of guests that day.

2. Bilingual tour guide or driver-guide.

3. Hotel listed in the itinerary.

Exclusion

1. 5%GST of CAD price.

2. Service fee: USD$12 or CAD$15 per person per day.

3. Any food and beverages.

4. Admission fees mentioned in the itinerary (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).

5. Personal fees: such as laundry, telephone, diet, shopping, pay television etc.

6. Additional fees caused by irresistible reasons due to traffic, war, coup, strikes, weather, flight cancellation or date changes.

7. Any kinds of Travel Insurance.

Optional Tours/Activities

Items	Prices	Remark
Rocky Mountain Five Days (JS5) Reserve the first three rows of seats on the bus	Everyone: USD$75.00 / CAD$100.00
JS Mandatory Fee	Adult: USD$163.00 / CAD$195.00 Child (6-15): USD$109.00 / CAD$130.00	Include: Banff Gondola+ Ice snowmobile+ Glacier Adventure+ National Pass+Glacier Glass Bridge. CAD$ price exclude 5%GST tax.
Maligne Lake Cruise	Adult: USD$69.00 / CAD$82.00 Child (6-15): USD$45.00 / CAD$53.00	CAD$ price exclude 5%GST tax. Maligne Lake is short of resources. It is highly recommended that you pay in advance to ensure the cruise resources. Please understand that once the resource reservation is successful, it cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
JS Rocky Mountain 5-Day Meals	Adult: USD$150.00 / CAD$180.00 Child (2-11): USD$128.00 / CAD$163.00	6 Meal Plan: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners. CAD price exclude 5%GST tax.
Chateau Lake Louise Hotel Lunch Fee	Adult: USD$70.00 / CAD$85.00 Child (2-11): USD$42.00 / CAD$50.00	Please book it together when ordering the itinerary, and inform us the main course choice of the set meal (choose one from beef or chicken or vegetarian). Once the resource is booked, it cannot be canceled or changed within 7 days before the departure of the group and during the departure of the group. No additional booking service will be provided within 7 days before and during the tour, and it will be determined according to the actual situation of the resources. CAD price exclude 5%GST tax.
BC Wildlife Park	Adult: CAD$20.00 / USD$15.00 Child (3-17): CAD$15.00 / USD$12.00

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