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Resorts of the Rockies

11 days with Collette

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Day 1: Arrive Vancouver, British Columbia - Tour Begins Join Collette Vacations as you explore the beautiful resorts and spectacular scenery of the Canadian Rockies. Day 2: Vancouver - Victoria This morning experience the city of Vancouver with a sightseeing tour. Visit Chinatown, one of North America’s largest, the vibrant waterfront area and Gastown, Vancouver’s turn-of-the-century pedestrian mall and home of the world-famous steam-powered clock. Next, visit Stanley Park before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival enjoy a visit to Chemanius, a little town nestled between the mountains and the ocean, to see first hand its world-famous giant wall murals. Later, arrive in the “City Of Gardens,” Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, where you’ll enjoy a two night stay in the breathtaking Fairmont Empress Hotel on the Inner Harbor. Day 3: Victoria Experience breakfast at Butchart Gardens, in the former original residence of the Butchart family. Afterwards, stroll through their 55-acre display of colorful gardens. Next, enjoy a visit to Sea Cider to learn about the agriculture on the island and enjoy a tour as well as a tasting. Returning to Victoria, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old English-styled Victoria. Day 4: Victoria - Kelowna This morning board BC Ferry for a spectacular cruise through the Gulf Islands with their dramatic coastlines. Once back on the mainland, travel through the lush landscape of British Columbia to the city of Kelowna in the rich and fertile Okanagan Valley. Day 5: Kelowna Discover the wealth and bounty of the Okanagan Valley. Embark on a morning tour of Summerhill Winery to learn their unique techniques and enjoy a tasting. Visit the Kelowna Farmers Market and discover the bounty of the region. Wander the booths filled with produce, crafts and meats. Perhaps indulge in a local café or bakery and explore the local treats. Visit a jammery filled with delicious jam crafted from berries, fruit and even peppers. Then, discover fields of echinacea flowers gently swaying in the breeze when visiting Falcon Ridge, an organic echinacea farm, and learn about the many uses and benefits of this herb. Day 6: Kelowna - Jasper, Alberta Depart the Okanagan Valley along the shores of Lake Okanagan as you travel along the Thompson River. Watch for the first sighting of the majestic Canadian Rockies when you pass Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. Then, arrive at the gateway to the Icefields Parkway, Jasper, and settle into the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for a relaxing two night stay. Day 7: Jasper Begin your day with a visit to Maligne Lake, one of the prettiest bodies of water in the Canadian Rockies. The remainder of your day is at leisure to relax and enjoy the amenities of your hotel or explore the quaint town of Jasper. Day 8: Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise Enjoy a journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway: behold lovely waterfalls, rushing rivers, glacial peaks, imposing cliffs and snowcapped mountain ranges. Stop at powerful Athabasca Falls, whose waters have carved interesting features into stone. Then, at the Columbia Icefields, ride (weather permitting) across this mass of glacial ice which is over 1,000 feet thick and represents the largest accumulation of ice south of the Arctic Circle. Then, travel to spectacular Lake Louise, showcasing incredible views of its emerald waters and the imposing Victoria Glacier, and overnight at the incomparable Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Day 9: Lake Louise - Banff This morning depart for Banff and Bow Falls. Later, enjoy a visit to a local ammonite specialist where you will learn about this rare gemstone that is found only in Alberta. Your home this evening is the magnificent Fairmont Banff Springs, known as the “Castle in the Mountains.” Day 10: Banff - Calgary Enjoy a visit to spectacular Moraine Lake and view the incredible Valley of the Ten Peaks from which you will view the unusual “saw-toothed” Ten Peaks. Then, head to the cosmopolitan city of Calgary for the final stop on your scenic adventure. Tonight, join your new friends for a special farewell dinner at a popular local restaurant. Day 11: Calgary - Tour Ends

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Luxuriate in elegant resorts set amidst breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies. Discover the beauty of western Canada on this 11-day tour as you explore Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, and Calgary, Sun Peaks, Victoria and Vancouver. Stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, the Fairmont Banff Springs, and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, located in the heart of pristine Banff National Park, and within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Journey along the unforgettable Icefields Parkway. Visit spectacular Moraine Lake.

Most meals Pre-departure information packet, including a travel bag and documents wallet containing an itinerary, customized travel tips, and comprehensive, annotated reading list (mailed 2-3 weeks prior to departure) Expert local guides Services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your tour Sightseeing per itinerary All listed hotels, taxes, service charges, and gratuities for baggage handling

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Overnight in some of the finest resorts in the Canadian Rockies - including the Fairmont Banff Springs and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. View Victoria Glacier and the emerald waters of Lake Louise. Venture off on the Sulphur Mountain Gondola for an incredible ride that offers magnificent views of Banff and the Rockies.

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Vancouver: Listel Vancouver Victoria: Fairmont Empress Kelowna: The Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort Jasper: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Lake Louise: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Banff: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Calgary: Westin Hotel Calgary

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Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. Some attractions may not be available during the "off-season" months (weather permitting) and is reflected in the rate. Glacier Experience may not be available in the "off-season" (weather permitting). Order of sightseeing is subject to change. Proof of citizenship is required for travel outside the United States. See page ii of enclosed Reservation Information insert. Ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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For terms and conditions of this Collette tour, please click here. * The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land prices are guaranteed. Whenever air-inclusive tour prices are displayed, these prices do not include government taxes and fees, which are additional. Air prices are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Air-inclusive prices include air from a major U.S. gateway; air from other U.S. airports is available at an additional cost. Sorry, we are unable to offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to arrange their own transportation to the tour origination city, we are able to offer the land portion of the package or tour, at the price quoted.