Vancouver Island & Northern Rockies

Duration: 11 days

Begins: Vancouver

Ends: Calgary

Trip Code: NCVC

From

£2,999 per person

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    Discover the many landscapes, animals, and ways of life in the Canadian Rockies through an engaging 11-day tour. Venture to Vancouver Island and embark on the Inside Passage ferry, which takes you through glacial fjords to spot orcas and porpoises. Visit a collection of totem poles and immerse yourself in First Nation cultures. After all of these incredible encounters, you'll soon agree that the west coast is the best coast.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    Classic
    All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
    Service Level
    Standard
    Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
    Physical Rating
    3 - Average
    Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Small Group experience; Max 12, avg 11.
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Wellness Moment: Miette Hot Springs Visit, Jasper National Park
    • Inside Passage cruise
    • First Nations day tour
    • Mt Robson stop with visit to Interpretation Centre
    • Miette Hot Springs visit
    • Icefields Parkway drive
    • Columbia Icefield stop
    • Free time in Smithers and Jasper National Park
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
    Accommodation

    Hotels (6 nts), lodges (4 nts).

    Meals

    10 breakfasts

    Allow USD420-550 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    Private vehicle, ferry, walking.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

    Day 1 : Vancouver

    Arrive at any time.

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Day 2 : Vancouver/Campbell River

    Catch a ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo and drive along the Oceanside Route to Campbell River. Visit the museum in the town which respectfully acknowledges the First Nations of North Vancouver Island by preserving, interpreting, and sharing the history of these Nations on the lands now known as Campbell River. After seeing the exhibits at the museum attend an optional dinner with the group.

    Private Vehicle

    Vancouver - Horseshoe Bay 0h30m 22km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Ferry

    Horseshoe Bay - Nanaimo 1h30m - 2h 55km

    Hop on a ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo.

    Private Vehicle

    Nanaimo - Campbell River 2h30m 150km

    Sit back and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Nanaimo and Campbell River.

    Campbell River Museum Visit

    Campbell River 1h

    Visit the museum in Campbell River which houses collections of historic, archaeological and archival material specifically relating to the First Nations present in the northern Vancouver Island area. Spend an hour seeing the exhibits and learning more about the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ First Nation. See how their lives intertwined with the lands Campbell River Museum now help to preserve, interpret, and share.

    Private Vehicle

    Vancouver - Horseshoe Bay 0h30m 22km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 3 : Campbell River/Port Hardy

    Take in the scenery while travelling to Port Hardy at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Enjoy impressive views of coastline and lush forests. Then take the short ferry ride to Alert Bay and pay a visit to the World's Tallest Totem before visiting the U'mista Cultural Centre, whose mandate is to ensure the survival and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw. Walk on some of the trails dotting this tiny island before transferring back to Port McNeill for more free time and an optional happy hour at a local spot. Continue on to Port Hardy in the early evening and check into your hotel.

    Private Vehicle

    Campbell River - Port McNeill 2h - 2h15m 195km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Ferry

    Port McNeill - Alert Bay 0h45m

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Visit to U'mista Cultural Centre

    Alert Bay

    Enjoy a visit to the U'mista Cultural Centre where the mandate for the cultural society is to ensure the survival of the cultural heritage of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw. In November of 1980 the centre opened and featured the permanent collection of "Potlatch". Other exhibits on display include origin stories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw villages as well as historical and contemporary objects that were of importance to their day to day lives.

    Ferry

    Alert Bay - Port McNeill 0h45m - 1h

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Free time:

    Port McNeill

    Spend free time in Port McNeill exploring on your own. Before driving back to Port Hardy the group will meet up at a local restaurant where you can opt to buy dinner.

    Private Vehicle

    Port McNeill - Port Hardy 0h30m 43km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 4 : Port Hardy/Prince Rupert

    Embark at dawn for a day-long ferry ride through the famous Inside Passage. The glacial fjords provide spectacular scenery along the route and a safe haven for all types of wildlife, including orcas and porpoises.

    The ride is long, but spectacular. With a full day to relax, enjoy the scenery, read a book, or dine at the onboard restaurants. Reach Prince Rupert late in the evening.

    Due to ferry schedules, there may be layovers at certain stops along the route.

    Inside Passage Cruise

    Port Hardy - Prince Rupert 17h - 18h 524km

    Relax aboard the ferry through the stunning Inside Passage. Spot wildlife and soak in the views on one of the most scenic stretches of coastline in the world.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 5 : Prince Rupert/Smithers

    Drive one of the most scenic roads in the world from Prince Rupert to Smithers and discover the First Nations cultures of Northern BC on a day tour around Smithers. Visit the Gitanyow Totems, Battle Hill, and 'Ksan Museum & Historical Village.

    Private Vehicle

    Prince Rupert - Smithers 4h 350km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    First Nations Day Tour

    Hazelton

    Get immersed in the First Nations culture of Northern BC. Start by visiting the Gitwangak National Historic Site and learn about the fort and battles fought by the warrior Nekt on Battle Hill. After, stop at the Hazeltons, an area with one of the highest concentrations of totem poles in the world, with over 50 standing poles. Wrap up the day with a tour of the Ksan museum and historical village.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 6 : Smithers

    Enjoy a free day to explore the wilderness around Smithers. Opt to visit Moricetown Canyon or hike one of many trails in the area.

    Free time:

    Smithers Full day

    Take advantage of free time in the Canadian wilderness. Opt to visit a Provincial Park or go for a hike.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 7 : Smithers/Prince George

    Enjoy a visit to Twin Falls after breakfast and then spend free time in Smithers before travelling to Prince George, the largest city in Northern British Columbia.

    Free time:

    Smithers Morning

    Take advantage of a final morning for outdoor activities around Smithers.

    Private Vehicle

    Smithers - Prince George 5h - 6h 370km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 8 : Prince George/Jasper

    Travel to Jasper National Park. En route, stop at the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson. Visit the Interpretation Centre, and go for a short hike to take in the views.

    Private Vehicle

    Prince George - Jasper 4h30m - 5h30m 375km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Mount Robson Visit

    Mount Robson 0h30m - 1h 1km

    Stop at the visitor centre and, if it’s a clear day, see the top of the Mount Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 9 : Jasper

    Enjoy a free day to explore Jasper National Park. Opt to hike at Maligne Canyon, cross the lake on a boat cruise, or join a scenic river rafting tour. In the evening, visit the Miette Hot Springs.

    Free time:

    Jasper National Park Full day

    Prepare for an exciting day! With lots of optional activities and incredible scenery, you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable day in Jasper.

    Miette Hot Springs Visit

    Jasper National Park 1h - 3h

    Enjoy the stunning landscape of lakes and mountains as you drive to the hot springs. Soak in one of the four pools as you take in the peaceful panoramic views.

    Jasper National Park Visit

    Jasper National Park

    Jasper National Park might be less known, but no less mighty. As the largest park in the Canadian Rockies, Jasper is wild in every sense of the word. Experience mountain landscapes complete with waterfalls, canyons, glacier lakes, and the Columbia Icefield. Get out and explore on rugged backcountry trails chock-full of wildlife and take part in outdoor activities like, mountain biking or kayaking to experience the true essence and beauty of this impressive park.

    Optional Activities - Day 9

    Whitewater Rafting on Athabasca River

    Jasper National Park 2h30m

    Pass through many small sets of rapids and calm stretches, which allow your National Park Licensed guide to point out the natural and human history of Jasper. The Athabasca River is the same route that was used by the fur traders many years ago.

    Bald Hills Hike

    Jasper National Park 4h

    The Bald Hills hike has a fairly steep incline. The 10km (6.2 mi) round trip will showcase the best panoramas of Maligne Lake and numerous mountains surrounding the lake.

    Maligne Lake Cruise

    Jasper National Park 1h30m

    Glide across the beautiful blue waters of Maligne Lake, the Canadian Rockies' largest glacial fed lake, on your way to the famous Spirit Island.

    Canoe Ride

    Maligne Lake 1h - 3h 4km

    Rent a canoe from the longstanding Boathouse on Maligne Lake.

    Maligne Canyon Hike

    Maligne Canyon 0h30m - 1h30m 4km

    Malinge Canyon follows an interpretive trail with several bridges. Hover over the Malinge River that, over thousands of years, has eroded the canyon to over 60m (197 ft) in some spots.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 10 : Jasper/Canmore

    Travel to Canmore via one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Stop at the Columbia Icefield en route.

    Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. We stop a number of times along the way to take in the scenery and search for wildlife.

    Private Vehicle

    Jasper - Canmore 8h - 10h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Columbia Icefields Center Visit

    Columbia Icefield 1h - 2h

    View one of the Rockies' largest and most accessible active glaciers. The Athabasca Glacier recedes at a rate of nearly 5m (16.4 ft) a year. See this natural beauty while you still can.

    Icefields Parkway Drive

    Banff - Jasper

    The Icefields Parkway is a breathtaking drive situated between Banff and Jasper National Parks in Alberta, Canada. Experience the wild beauty of the Canadian Rockies on a winding drive through jagged mountain peaks and past glaciers feeding into brilliant blue lakes. Along the way expect to see postcard mountain vistas, huge valleys, and loads of hiking trails that will get you out and about in this truly incredible area.

    Optional Activities - Day 10

    Athabasca Glacier Ice Walk

    Athabasca Glacier 3h - 4h 5km

    At the Columbia Icefields, enjoy a glacier walk with an expert guide on the lower Athabasca Glacier to explore and understand the life of this active glacier. Walking on this glacially carved landscape is an experience you won’t soon forget.

    Glacier Adventure

    Columbia Icefield 1h30m

    Travel onto the glacier in an oversized ice rover. Get out and experience the stunning alpine glacial vistas at the mid-point of your journey. Afterwards, bask in the view of a lifetime on the epic Glacier Skywalk, a glass bottom viewing platform stretching out into the Rockies.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 11 : Canmore/Calgary

    Travel to Calgary, a modern city that honours its cowboy roots. Tour ends on arrival to Calgary.

    Private Vehicle

    Canmore - Calgary 1h30m - 2h 100km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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