Arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfer
independently to your centrally located hotel. Pick
up your Jonview Canada Roadbook at the front
desk as you check in. The remainder of the day is at
your leisure to create your own urban adventure and form your first
impressions of Western Canada. Overnight in Calgary. Stay: Std Ramada Hotel / Lux Fairmont Palliser Hotel

Leaving Calgary behind, you will set your sights
today on the magnificent Rocky Mountains.
Experience the majesty of the mountains as you first
travel through the foothills and then enter Banff
National Park where the craggy peaks look larger the closer you get.
After you have arrived in the bustling town of Banff, the remainder of
the day is free to explore its charms. Overnight in Banff. Stay: Std Banff International Hotel / Lux Fairmont Banff Springs 2 nights

Banff National Park is a stunning wilderness and
your outdoor playground for the day. Enjoy a
gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for
some panoramic views, visit the Cave and Basin,
hike along one of the groomed trails or stroll through the town site of
Banff to shop in the many boutiques and shops. Overnight in Banff. Stay: Std Banff International Hotel / Lux Fairmont Banff Springs

Enjoy a leisurely 2-hour horseback ride along the base
of Sulphur Mountain. Surrounded by the serenity of
the national park, take in the spectacular views of the
Bow River and the jagged peaks and ancient glaciers of
the hinterland.

Today you will be driving through the Bow Valley
to get to beautiful Lake Louise. Lake Louise is the
acclaimed “Jewel of the Rockies” and said to be
Canada’s most photographed lake. With the Victoria
Glacier in the background, this emerald-coloured lake is sure to leave
an indelible impression. Admire the beauty of the lake from inside
the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, which stands atop a giant glacial
moraine. From across the valley from Lake Louise Village, you can take
a chairlift up Whitehorn Mountain. Overnight in Lake Louise. Stay: Std Lake Louise Inn / Lux Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Drive to Jasper via the spectacular Icefields Parkway,
said to be one of the most scenic routes in the entire
world. We suggest a stop at Peyto Lake and a visit
to Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park. At the
Columbia Icefield, take an Ice Explorer ride onto the massive glacier
and experience the thrill of walking on centuries-old glacial ice. After
this exciting experience return to the road for the final stretch to the
resort town of Jasper. Overnight in Jasper. Stay: Std Jasper Inn Alpine Resort / Lux Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 2 nights

Today is at your leisure to explore the uniquely
beautiful landscape of Jasper National Park where
serene lakes and gentle meadows stand in stark
contrast to its jagged peaks and spectacular glaciers.
We suggest a Maligne Lake boat cruise, a visit to Miette Hot Springs,
or a ride on the Jasper Tramway. Overnight in Jasper. Stay: Std Jasper Inn Alpine Resort / Lux Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Join the fun on this 16-kilometre raft/float trip while
gaining a unique perspective of Jasper National Park
from the Athabasca River. A National Park licensed
guide will provide commentary on the human and
natural history of Jasper while navigating you along
the same route used by the “fur traders” almost 2
centuries ago. Enjoy incomparable views of Jasper National Pak on
this designated “Canadian Heritage River”, as you pass through calm
stretches interspersed by small sets of rapids. Lifejackets and specially
designed rafts offer a safe and comfortable trip. Fun for the whole
family.

Drive the scenic Yellowhead Highway to Wells Gray
Park. Before leaving the Rocky Mountains you will
encounter one of its most spectacular sights, the
mist-shrouded peak of Mount Robson. The highest peak in the Rockies
can be seen for miles as you wind your way south through a vast
unspoiled landscape. A visit to the volcano-shaped wilderness of Wells
Gray Provincial Park is worth the detour. Explore the park’s mineral
springs, serene lakes, dormant volcanoes and rushing falls. Not to be
missed are the towering Helmcken Falls near the entrance to the park.
Overnight in Clearwater. Stay: Clearwater Lodge

This morning perhaps visit the Yellowhead Museum
for a taste of frontier life or Spahats Creek Park
before travelling through the ‘Lakes Country’ region.
As you follow the Cariboo Highway south, you will visit towns and
villages that echo the past, as this route was travelled by gold seekers
and traders during the famous Cariboo Gold Rush of the late 1800s.
Be prepared for the largest log lodge in the West: Tyax Mountain
Resort. Here you will be able to indulge in all your adventurous dreams.
Everything from bird and wildlife watching to horseback riding,
mountain biking and gold panning. Overnight at Tyax Mountain
Lake Resort. Stay: Tyax Mountain Lake Resort 2 nights

Enjoy your day in Gold Bridge where you will find
a unique combination of wilderness, outdoor
adventure and first-class facilities. You can discover
the surrounding area on a hiking excursion on one
of the many eco trails. Overnight in Gold Bridge. Stay: Tyax Mountain Lake Resort

Tyax Mountain Lake Resort offers an amazing
recreation package, and you can choose from a wide
selection of activities to create an exciting and funfilled
day. Go horseback riding into the backcountry,
canoe down a scenic waterway or enjoy a guided hike
with a chance to see bears, moose and wolves. Why
not try your hand at Rodeo or archery, or relive the
pioneering days and pan for gold in a riverbed.

Start early today to allow yourself as much time
as possible in the premier resort town of Whistler.
The winding road leads through an arid landscape
that gradually changes to lush forests lined with
snow-capped mountain ranges. Once in Whistler, play a round of golf
in the shadow of towering mountains, hike along endless trails and
high alpine meadows, ride on horseback past spectacular glaciers or
whitewater raft down one of the turbulent rivers. You may wish just to
relax in the enchanting setting of the pedestrian village and enjoy the
boutiques, restaurants and cafés. Overnight in Whistler. Stay: Std Summit Lodge / Lux Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

*(land only)

Travel the Sea-to-Sky Highway through a landscape
carved out by glaciers and edged by craggy fjords.
After a brief stop at Shannon Falls continue to
Horseshoe Bay where you will board a ferry to sail across the Strait
of Georgia to Vancouver Island. Your drive to the Pacific Coast will
take you through ancient rainforests and provincial parks. You are
venturing into true wildlife territory here, and you might even catch
a glimpse of bears, deer or wolves. The Pacific Rim National Park is a
marvel of ecological and geographical diversity as you will see as you
pass through dense rainforests, steep ravines and windswept beaches.
Overnight in Pacific Rim National Park. Stay: Std Best Western Tin Wis Resort / Lux Tauca Lea Resort & Spa 2 nights

Your day is at leisure to explore the rugged coastline
along the network of hiking trails or walk the
shoreline of Long Beach in search of shells and
driftwood. Overnight in Pacific Rim National Park. Stay: Std Best Western Tin Wis Resort / Lux Tauca Lea Resort & Spa

Leave the car behind today and take to the water for
a thrilling whalewatching expedition. Your search for
the grey whale, sea lions and puffins will hopefully be
rewarded with an unforgettable close encounter with
one of the world’s largest mammals.

This morning’s drive will take you back to the east
coast of Vancouver Island. En route you might
want to visit Horne Lake Caves or Cathedral Cove.
The coastal road winds through quaint seaside towns and the murals
of Chemainus and the quaint Quw’utsun’ Cultural and Conference
Centre in Duncan are well worth the visit. The day winds down in
Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. This beautiful city has a
fascinating maritime heritage and has carefully preserved its colonial
charm. Visit the harbour area, the totem poles of Thunderbird Park
or the Royal British Columbia Museum. For an unforgettably elegant
end to your day, visit the Empress Hotel for a traditional High Tea.
Overnight in Victoria. Stay: std Laurel Point Inn / lux Fairmont Empress Hotel

Before you leave Vancouver Island we recommend
you visit Butchart Gardens, a magnificent display of
flowers and shrubs set in an old stone quarry. Enjoy
a mini-cruise on BC Ferries guiding you around the
many Gulf Islands through the Strait of Georgia to mainland British
Columbia. The rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy the stores,
parks, restaurants, theatres and other attractions of downtown
Vancouver. Overnight in Vancouver. Stay: std Holiday Inn Downtown / lux Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 2 nights

You have the entire day to tour Vancouver and
the surrounding area. Situated in a magnificent
setting among the sea, the beaches, the harbour
and the steep Coast Mountains, Vancouver is
considered to be the “Jewel” of North America’s Pacific Coast. Explore
its cosmopolitan atmosphere with its diverse cultural, recreational,
shopping and dining facilities that appeal to all tastes. Don’t miss
a visit to the amazing Capilano Suspension Bridge. Overnight in
Vancouver. Stay: std Holiday Inn Downtown / lux Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

The Pacific salmon begin their journey to the inlands
of the Pacific Coastal Rainforest hundreds of miles out
to sea, braving predators, powerful currents and tiered
ladders to arrive at the glades of this pristine area of
the British Columbia coast. Luckily, with the Rainforest
Adventure Tour, your travels won’t be so arduous. An
experienced guide will lead you from the wilds of your hotel to the
natural cathedrals, pillared by 500 year old trees and translucent
canopies hundreds of feet above you. Marvel at the dizzying heights of
the Capilano Canyon on your way to partake in a gourmet snack and
drink below the dancing green of the trees.

Return to Vancouver International Airport in time to
check in for your departure flight.

• Accommodation for 15 nights
• A personalised Canada Roadbook containing essential
travel information featuring overview notes of the area of travel,
local sightseeing and attractions, daily itinerary highlights, provincial
maps with city guides, hotel vouchers and customised day-by-day
routing maps.

• Airport transfers
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
• Park entrance fees
• Ferry charges
• Car rental, taxes and insurance

Prices are estimated for 2008. Schedules are included in passenger
documents. Please be advised that ferry crossings not included in
the cost cannot be pre-booked.
Day 11: Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo (Departure Bay)
Crossing time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Car & Driver: $45 (additional passenger $11 per person)
Day 14: Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay
Crossing time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Car & Driver: $45 (additional passenger $11 per person)

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 extra cost to take part in all the activities.