Western Canada Tour LODGES AND RANCHES Bespoke pricing / 14 nights
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Appreciate the warm hospitality and irresistible cowboy spirit at some of western Canada’s finest lodges and ranches during this two-week trip through Alberta and British Columbia. The lively city of Calgary, with its many urban attractions, is your gateway to the Rocky Mountains and the ideal place to become acquainted with the ‘western’ way of life! From here, let picture-perfect mountain scenery accompany you on your way to the world-famous resort
towns of Banff and Jasper where recreation and relaxation are the order of the day. Visit the beautiful province of British Columbia and enjoy a memorable stay in the area of Wells Gray Provincial Park, a 5,000 km2 protected wilderness area. After uncovering the Thompson
River Valley region, it’s off to the Pacific playground of Vancouver, a remarkable city nestled between mountain and sea, offering plenty of sightseeing, shopping and inspiring scenery.
Your return route to Calgary winds through south-central British Columbia and the Okanagan Valley with overnights in the tranquil, parkland settings of Manning Park, Salmon Arm and Seebe.
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Holiday Details
| DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN CALGARY | Arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfer
independently to your hotel. Pick up your Jonview
Canada Roadbook at the front desk as you check in.
The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this
spirited cowboy city. Overnight in Calgary. Stay: International Hotel of Calgary 2 nights |
| DAY 2 CALGARY | This day is at leisure to create your urban adventure
in the Stampede City and from your first impressions
of Western Calgary. Stay: International Hotel of Calgary |
| Activity in Clagary | Enjoy a full day at one of the oldest, largest and
best-preserved Buffalo Jump sites in North America
— Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. The first stop of
the trip will be Nanton, where you will be able to
see one of a few remaining World War II Lancaster
Bombers. At the Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Interpretative Centre, you will gain insight into the remarkable hunting
traditions and unique culture of native Canadians. The day’s adventure
ends with a fascinating exploration of a large glacial erratic just south
of Calgary and an opportunity to learn how this scenic land was carved
during the Ice Age. |
| DAY 3 130 KM CALGARY TO BANFF | Today, it’s a spectacular drive into the Rocky
Mountains. Depart Calgary and travel through
the foothills before entering Banff National Park
with its towering peaks and dense forests. Enjoy
this charming all-season town. We suggest taking a gondola ride
to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a stunning 360-degree view of
the area. Also of interest may be a visit to the Cave & Basin National
Historic Site, the luxurious Banff Springs Hotel, Surprise Corner or Lake
Minnewanka. Overnight in Banff. Stay: Buffalo Mountain Lodge |
| DAY 4 285 KM BANFF TO JASPER | Your drive today will bring you past Moraine Lake
and world-famous Lake Louise, two of the most
picturesque alpine lakes in Canada. Continue along
the spectacular Icefields Parkway with its amazing
array of peaks, valleys, glaciers and waterfalls. We suggest stopping at
the Columbia Icefield for an unforgettable ride onto a sprawling glacier
in a specially-designed Ice Explorer coach. Overnight in Jasper. Stay: Tekarra Lodge |
| DAY 5 230 KM JASPER TO CLEARWATER | Set out for Clearwater and Wells Gray Provincial Park
along the scenic Yellowhead Highway and take in
the breathtaking vistas of the steep-walled gorges
and the crashing falls of the North Thompson River.
Overnight in Clearwater. Stay: Helmcken Falls Lodge 2 nights |
| Activity in Clearwater | Board a specially-designed jet boat on this exciting
one-hour river safari, taking you along 12 km of
the North Thompson River through the spectacular
Grizzly Bear Valley. An experienced guide will
accompany this wildlife viewing tour and provide
colourful commentary along the way. Black bears,
grizzly bears or moose are seen on the majority of departures. Stops at
a mountain waterfall and a clear, glacier-fed lake are also made. |
| DAY 6 CLEARWATER / WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK | You have a full day to enjoy the many outdoor
recreational activities available in the park including
hiking, canoeing, horseback riding or river rafting.
We suggest a visit to Helmcken Falls, towering over one of the park’s
most dramatic canyons. Overnight in Clearwater. Stay: Helmcken Falls Lodge |
| Activity in Clearwater | Hit the trails and explore the beautiful wilderness of
Wells Gray Provincial Park on foot with your choice
of hike(s) that best suits your interests and ability.
You may participate in a few shorter hikes or a
longer one, and depending on the routes you choose
you may have the opportunity to see mineral springs,
moose, bald eagles, interesting vegetation and an ancient volcano. |
| DAY 7 250 KM CLEARWATER TO ASHCROFT | Today’s route takes you through the windswept
cowboy country of the British Columbia interior
and along the Thompson River to Ashcroft where
you’ll spend two nights at the Sundance Guest
Ranch. Family-owned and operated, the ranch is home to a herd of 80
horses and a corral of buffalo. Explore the surrounding countryside on
a guided trail ride led by a friendly wrangler. Overnight at Sundance
Guest Ranch. Dinner included. Stay: Sundance Guest Ranch 2 nights |
| DAY 8 ASHCROFT / SUNDANCE GUEST RANCH | Enjoy a full day on the ranch with complimentary
use of outdoor pool, tennis court, volleyball net,
horseshoe pitch and games room with dart board,
billiard and card tables. You can also participate in a morning or
afternoon guided horseback riding trail excursion. Immerse yourself
in this glorious ‘western’ way of life! Overnight at Sundance Guest
Ranch. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included. Stay: Sundance Guest Ranch |
| DAY 9 374 KM ASHCROFT TO VANCOUVER | Back on the road again, you’ll leave B.C.’s interior
ranchland behind as you look forward to your arrival
in the coastal city of Vancouver. This city dazzles
visitors with its magnificent setting and world-class
attractions. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast included. Stay: Marriott Residence Inn Vancouver 2 nights |
| DAY 10 VANCOUVER | Enjoy the entire day discovering the sights of
Vancouver. Stanley Park is a 1,000-acre parkland in
the heart of the city and a recreational paradise with
trails, wonderful gardens, wildlife, beaches, picnic
areas and Totem Park. For scenic, sweeping views of Vancouver and
its outlying areas consider taking the aerial tram up Grouse Mountain.
Or, take advantage of plenty of shopping opportunities in the historic
Gastown area, on Granville Island (accessible by a short ferry ride),
along the fashionable Robson Street, or in colourful Chinatown. Not
to be missed is the short trip to Vancouver’s most popular visitor
attraction – the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Treetop Adventure.
Overnight in Vancouver. Stay: Marriott Residence Inn Vancouver |
| Activity in Vancouver region | Activity Step on board a custom-designed, high-speed boat
for a thrilling sea safari. An experienced guide will
accompany you on this guided group adventure tour
to Howe Sound on which you’ll find yourself racing
beside steep cliffs, exploring caves, and viewing
harbour seals at play. Admire the Vancouver skyline
from The Strait of Georgia and see spectacular
waterfront homes around West Vancouver upon your return to
Horseshoe Bay. Appropriate outerwear and approved life vests are
provided for comfort and safety. |
| DAY 11 180 KM VANCOUVER TO MANNING PARK | Depart Vancouver and travel westwards toward the
city of Hope, continuing on to Manning Provincial
Park, situated in the Cascade Mountains of
southeastern British Columbia. The park covers over
66,500 hectares of diverse terrain and is home to a variety of wildlife
including beavers, chipmunks, coyotes, black bears, deer and over 190
species of birds. Overnight in Manning Park. Stay: Manning Park Resort |
| DAY 12 282 KM MANNING PARK TO SALMON ARM | Part of the route today takes you through the lovely
landscape of the Okanagan Valley, known for its lush
orchards, beaches and hot, dry climate. Cities which
may be of interest along your drive to Salmon Arm
are Penticton, Kelowna and Vernon. Overnight in Salmon Arm. Stay: Quaaout Resort |
| DAY 13 436 KM SALMON ARM TO SEEBE | Leave the rolling hillsides and tranquil shores of
Salmon Arm Bay behind as you head east, crossing
the provincial border into Alberta and enjoying a
scenic drive through the Rockies and Kananaskis
Valley on your way to Seebe. Overnight in Seebe. Dinner included. Stay: Rafter Six Ranch 2 nights |
| DAY 14 SEEBE | The day is at leisure to discover Seebe and its
surroundings. Glorious mountain scenery forms a
beautiful backdrop for hiking, biking, horseback
riding, golfing, swimming, tennis or a helicopter
tour. You might also want to explore Bow Valley and Peter Lougheed
Provincial Parks. Overnight in Seebe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
included. Stay: Rafter Six Ranch |
| Activity in Seebe | Enjoy a 2-hour horseback ride along the winding
trails of the Kananaskis backcountry |
| DAY 15 82 KM SEEBE TO CALGARY / END OF TOUR | It’s a short drive to Calgary where you’ll proceed to
Calgary International Airport to check in for your
return flight. Breakfast included. |
| All activities | All mentioned activity days are extra cost and not included, partly becasue there are minimum age restrictions and therefore not suitable for children. Please ask us for the axtra cost to take part in all the activities. |
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- Calgary Tower
- Canada Olympic Park
- Banff National Park
- Jasper National Park Icefields Parkway
- North Thompson River
- Wells Gray Provincial Park
- Western style ranch
- Horseback riding
- Stanley Park
- Manning Provincial Park
- Okanagan Valley
- Kananaskis Valley
- Bow River
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