Canada East And West Tour

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Calgary | Banff National Park | Jasper | Vancouver | Lake Louise | Canmore 

ITINERARY

Day 01 – VANCOUVER

On Arrival to transfer to the Hotel

Day 02 – VANCOUVER-BC FERRIES-VICTORIA-INNER HARBOURBUTCHART GARDENS-VANCOUVER (FERRIES & GARDEN ADM INCL.)

Depart for Vancouver Island by ferry and capture the spectacular scenery en route. After passing by Chinatown, visit Beacon Hill Parkís remarkable Mile “0”, Legislative Buildings, and explore other significant heritage architectures surrounding the Inner Harbour. Visit the world famous Butchart Gardens before returning to Vancouver.

Day 03 – VANCOUVER – SEA TO SKY HIGHWAY – WHISTLER – GONDOLA – VANCOUVER (SIGHTSEEING GONDOLA ADM INCL.)

Drive along the Sea to Sky Highway. Pass by Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls, and Squamish, arrive at Whistler- host of 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Ride the Whistler Mountain Gondola and Peak2Peak*. Relax at the mountain and the village.

Day 04 – VANCOUVER – KELOWNA – L. OKANAGAN – WINERY – SALMON ARM

Start our journey via the trans- Canada highway; pass through Fraser valley, and head east for Kelowna, the heart of the Okanagan Valley and home to world-class vintners. At Lake Okanagan, let us listen to its legendary story and search for the lake monster ìOgopogoî. Visit one of the most renowned wineries before settling down at Salmon Arm in the evening

Day 05 – SALMON ARM – THE ìLAST SPIKEî – BANFF GONDOLA (ADM) – SULPHUR MTN. HOT SPRINGS (OPTIONAL) – BANFF

Proceed to Eagle Pass and visit the ìLast Spikeî of the transcontinental railway connecting the east and the west. Travel through the Rogers Pass. After a thrilling gondola ride (adm) to the summit, captivated by the majestic Rocky Mountains. Next, discover the town of Banff within the countryís first national park. Immerse your body in the soothing Banff Sulphur Mountain hotsprings* (optional: Adult – $9.25; Senior / Child[65+/6-15 yrs] – $8 plus applicable tax). Overnight at Banff.

Day 06 – BANFF NATIONAL PARK – LAKE LOUISE – SNOWSHOEING – VERNON

Journey to the Lake Louise, often referred as the ìJewel of the Rockies.î The panoramic view of magnificent snow-capped mountains surrounding the emerald colour of the lake attracts millions of visitors worldwide. If weather permits, you may enjoy snowshoeing* experience on ice surface of the scenic Lake Louise. Settle down at Vernon in the evening.

Day 07 – VERNON – KAMLOOPS – GINSENG FACTORY – FRASER VALLEY – VANCOUVER

Head west for the BC interiors and arrive at Kamloops, a city with over 2000 hours of sunshine per year. Visit the only GMP certified Ginseng factory in West Canada and learn about the amazing healing power of Ginseng. After passing by Hope and Hunterís Creek, arrive in Vancouver in the late Afternoon.

Day 08 – VANCOUVER – TORONTO

After breakfast, transfer to airport & departure for toronto. On arrival check in to hotel

Day 09 – NIAGARA FALLS TOUR

After breakfast your full-day trip will be the magnificent Niagara Falls. This awe inspiring natural wonder is made up of three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, and an enormous amount of water flows through them each second. Youíll have around three hours of free time here to admire the legendary views and the surrounding area at your own pace. During your time in Niagara Falls your guide will give you the option of going up the Skylon Tower and also riding the legendary Hornblower Niagara Cruise. Purchase lunch at Niagara Falls from one of the many restaurants or fast-food eateries at the edge of the waterfall, and take a walk through the parks to enjoy this natural wonder. After having lunch in Niagara Falls, you will start with a refreshing nature drive along the Niagara Parkway, which was once described by Winston Churchill as the prettiest Sunday drive in the world.. On the drive you will enjoy many scenic photo stops including the Niagara Whirlpool rapids and hydropower station viewpoint. The Floral Clock is next; with up to 15,000 flowers in the display, it is one of the largest flower clocks in the entire world and one of the most photographed attractions in the Niagara region. Lastly Stop at the Living Water Wayside Chapel, known as the ìSmallest Chapel in the Worldî, (seasonal attraction). Your driver will take you past the little chapel for some photos and you may even get the opportunity to go inside for some added perspective. At the end of the day, youíll return to Toronto, arriving back around 6 pm.

Day 10 – DEPARTURE

After breakfast, transfer to airport & departure for toronto. On arrival check in to hotel