Rocky Mountain Adventures 2010

A 7-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $1,750

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Tour Length: 7 Days
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Tour Type:
 Escorted Tour
Tour Category: Family
Tour Operator: Trafalgar Tours
Tour Code: TT-DCRF-0
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Cities Visited:
Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Athabasca Glacier

Experience the rugged beauty of Banff''s lakes and mountains, peer into Jasper''s gorges, and go for a unique Ice Explorer ride on Athabasca Glacier.

 

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Lake Louise Picnic lakeside; enjoy this fantasticlake by canoe or by foot.
  • Banff Explore this quaint alpine township and itsscenic surrounding areas.
  • Moraine Lake Enjoy the best views of the Valley ofthe Ten Peaks.
  • Banff Gondola Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountainfor superb views.
  • Icefields Parkway Enjoy this famous highway''sawesome alpine scenery.
  • Sundance Canyon Ride a horse through Big Countryto a cowboy BBQ.
  • Jasper National Park Stay two nights in thisUNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Jasper Learn about Rocky Mountain wildlife duringa fun presentation.
  • Banff National Park Relax with three nights inCanada''s first national park.
  • Athabasca Glacier Set out for an Ice Age adventureaboard an Ice Explorer.
  • Athabasca River Have a blast white water raftingor fl oating downriver.
  • Miette Hot Springs Spot wildlife on a hike andsoak in natural hot springs.
  • Cave & Basin National Historic Site Learnabout Canada''s National Parks.
  • Whyte Museum Learn about mountain culture linkingpast and present.
  • Calgary Visit Canada Olympic Park; meet with ayoung Olympian hopeful.

Dining Highlights
  • 6 full breakfasts
  • 1 picnic lunch at Lake Louise
  • 1 buffet dinner
  • 1 outdoor cowboy BBQ Highlight Dinner in Banff
  • 1 Farewell Dinner Pizza and Bowling Party with drinks in Banff
  • 10 included meals in total (see day by dayitinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights
  • First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms withprivate facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggagehandling fees and local taxes.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seatsand onboard restroom.
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional TourDirectors.
  • A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book withmap.
  • Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 7.

Airport Transfers
  • On all tours round trip arrival and departure transfers areincluded on the arrival and departure day of your tour. Should youarrive or depart at other times, Trafalgar is pleased to offerinexpensive transfers via scheduled shuttle service or mini van.Please ask at the time of confirming your reservation for theseservices to be booked.
 

Day 1 - Arrive Calgary
If you''re ready to connect with nature, friends and family, andsome glacier exploring, lakeside picnicking, white water rafting,horseback riding and more, then you''ve come to the right place!Take your complimentary transfer to the tour hotel and meet yourTour Director this afternoon. Join your fellow adventurers at6:00pm for a festive Kick-Off Party at the hotel, and then get agood night''s rest in anticipation of a grand and exciting CanadianRockies adventure.Hotel: International Hotel Suites Calgary

Day 2 - Calgary - Icefields Parkway - Columbia Icefield - Jasper (2nights)
Here in the Canadian Rockies, you may never hear "Are we thereyet?" again, because everyone will be too busy gawking at thescenery as you travel along the stunningly beautiful IcefieldsParkway. This is definitely a case of getting there is half - ormore - the fun. One of the most stupendous highlights of thejourney is the Columbia Icefield, the largest reservoir of ice andsnow in the Rocky Mountains. Here, we''ve arranged for you to boardan Ice Explorer - a huge vehicle specially designed to negotiateglacial terrain - for a thrilling ride on the massive ice sheet.Then it''s on to Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,but not before your Tour Director reveals a Hidden Treasure of theCanadian Rockies! After dinner, enjoy a fun and informativepresentation on the park''s unique fauna with a local wildlifeexpert. (Full breakfast / Buffet dinner) Hotel: Chateau Jasper

Day 3 - Jasper National Park sightseeing & at leisure
Before you get started today, take a quick vote: Do you and yourfamily want to get wet on a rip-roaring white water raftingadventure on the mighty Athabasca River, or would you prefer agentle float on calmer waters? Whichever river experience youchoose, you''ll marvel at the magnificent landscapes of JasperNational Park. The choice is yours this afternoon too, as you''llenjoy time to spend as you please. Optional activities include acruise on the pristine Maligne Lake or a guided alpine walk amidthe beauty of Mount Edith Cavell. This evening, keep an eye out forbear, bull elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, deer, coyotes,beaver, moose and birds, as you make your way to Miette Hot Springson a guided wildlife search. There''s hardly a better way toconclude your evening than with a relaxing soak in the wonderfulhot springs, home to not only the hottest waters in the Rockies,but also some of the world''s most magnificent views. (Fullbreakfast)

Day 4 - Jasper - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Banff National Park(3 nights)
You''ve seen those pictures of gorgeous lakes in the foreground,snowcapped mountains in the background, and wished you werethere... Well, you''re about to actually be there as you travel toBanff National Park and Lake Louise. Another UNESCO World HeritageSite, the park and its surroundings are studded with the jewels ofthe Rockies - hanging glaciers, pounding waterfalls, surging riversand fantastic lakes framed by soaring, snowcapped peaks. The bestseat in the house has been reserved just for you as you savor apicnic lunch on the shores of Lake Louise. Afterward, step into acanoe and glide along the lake or join a guided hike along theshore. Then discover the "other lake," Moraine Lake. This littlelake may often play second fiddle to Lake Louise, but you''ll soonsee that Moraine is every bit as beautiful as Louise, boastingsapphire waters and a gorgeous mountainous backdrop. This is yourchance to take your own pictures from the crest of the RockpileTrail, a spot showcasing picture-postcard views of the lake and theValley of the Ten Peaks. (Full breakfast / Lunch) Hotel: Banff Park Lodge

Day 5 - Banff sighseeing & at leisure
Today, a mix of guided sightseeing and independent explorationmakes for a perfect day. The guided portion of your adventuresintroduces you to the beautiful Bow Falls, majestic Tunnel MountainDrive and the viewpoint of Surprise Corner, where you''ll delight inthe views of the Banff Springs Hotel, the "Castle in the Rockies,"with Sulphur Mountain in the background. Play a game of "what shapeis it" as you spy the whimsical hoodoos that overlook Bow Valley. Asurprise guest is also on the roster for today! Then strike out onyour own with an optional helicopter flight over Mount Assiniboineor a guided hike through Sunshine Meadows. Tonight, put on yourcowboy boots and Stetsons and saddle up for a horseback ride alongthe Sundance Canyon trail. Then try your hand at roping orchallenge friends and family to a game of horseshoes! Rustle upsome grub at an Outdoor Cowboy Barbecue - an evening you won''t soonforget! If you prefer an alternative ride, a Conestoga wagon isalso available. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner)

Day 6 - Banff sightseeing & at leisure
This morning, you''ll be treated to astounding views of six mountainranges with your ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain aboard theBanff Gondola. The deep recesses of the mountains have stories totell too, which you and your family will discover with aninvestigation of the Cave and Basin National Historic Site ofCanada, a cave-and-water wonderland with interactive displays.Another tribute to Canada''s Rocky Mountain history is the WhyteMuseum of the Canadian Rockies, housing seven early Banff HeritageHomes. Later, join the gang at a Farewell Dinner pizza party with arousing game of bowling celebrating this high-scoring,not-to-beforgotten family experience. (Full Breakfast / FarewellDinner)

Day 7 - Banff - Depart Calgary
Descend from the glorious Canadian Rockies and stop at Calgary''sCanada Olympic Park, site of the 1988 Winter Olympics. Browse theinteresting Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum, and enjoy a discussionwith one of the young athletes in training. A complimentarytransfer to Calgary International Airport is provided and to thetour hotel in Calgary for passengers extending their stay. (Fullbreakfast)Please do not schedule any flights before 3:00pm

 

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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

  • Calgary
  • Banff National Park
  • Lake Louise
  • Jasper National Park
  • Athabasca Glacier
 

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Past passengers save 5% off of the land on most tour itineraries.

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The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.

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Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301.

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5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.

Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.

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When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

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