Resorts of the Rockies

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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.

Highlights
Calgary, Banff, Columbia Icefields, Lake Louise, Jasper, Sun Peaks, Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Vancouver, Whistler

Collette Experience

  • 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.
  • Stop at the Columbia Icefields and participate in a Glacier Experience (weather permitting) across this mass of glacial ice which is over 1,000 feet thick.

    • Call (718) 358-3223 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8724061

    Tour Operator
    Collette Vacations
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    11 Days
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Vancouver Arrive Vancouver, British Columbia - Tour Begins : Join Collette Vacations as you explore the beautiful resorts and spectacular scenery of the Canadian Rockies.
    Day 2Victoria 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 3Victoria 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 4Kelowna 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 5Kelowna 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 cafe 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 6Jasper 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 7Jasper 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 8Lake Louise 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 9Banff 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 10Calgary 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 11Tour ends Calgary - Tour Ends :
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    June 06, 2010$2,599.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    July 25, 2010$2,899.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    September 12, 2010$2,899.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Westin Hotel Calgary
    Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
    Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
    Sawridge Hotel
    Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
    Delta Sun Peaks
    The Fairmont Empress
    Listel Vancouver
    Westin Bay Shore
    Disclaimer
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    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.

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