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Welcome to Canada and Calgary Alberta! On arrival at the Calgary International Airport, pass through Canadian Customs and Immigration and board our deluxe motorcoach for a scenic drive to Banff National Park. With the silhouette of the city of Calgary in the background, we’ll head west along the Trans Canada Highway. Watch the foothills quickly give way to the rugged peaks of the Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park. Traveling along the banks of the Bow River we’ll start to see the incredible beauty of the area that will surround us for the next week. Arriving in the resort village of Lake Louise we’ll check in to our comfortable hotel and then enjoy a “welcome to the Rockies” dinner.
Included Meals: Dinner
Lodging: Lake Louise Inn
This apartment hotel is located about 1 mile from the bustling tourist center of Lake Louise Village. Its setting is especially ideal for parents with children. In winter, the region is especially popular with active vacationers and mountain enthusiasts, not least because the downhill slopes are right outside the door. Cross-country trails, which meander through the area's snow-covered landscapes, are also just a stone's throw from the apartment hotel.
The hotel has an elevator and features 248 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk is open around the clock. Amenities include a coat check, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, ATM and drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the parking lot. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike rental service as well. A business center with fax machine and projector is available.
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Today travel along one of the world’s most spectacular highways, the Icefields Parkway. We follow the Bow River west before heading north into some of the most spectacular mountain vistas in the world. We’ll climb to the summit of Bow Pass to view the azure blue Peyto Lake before continuing along the Mistaya (Grizzley) Canyon to the crossing of the North Saskatchewan River. A spectacular climb to the summit of the Sunwapta Pass brings us into Jasper National Park and the vast expanse of the Columbia Icefields whose waters feed three Oceans. A special treat awaits as we board the gigantic Ice Explorer vehicle and drive out onto the mile-thick Athabasca Glacier…truly a once in a lifetime experience. Our return journey will include a stop at Bow Lake, the headwaters of the mighty Bow River. Our day comes to an end as we return to our comfortable accommodation in the beautiful Lake Louise Village, surrounded by the spectacular peaks of the Rocky Mountains.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Lake Louise Inn
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Today’s adventure starts with a breathtaking climb from the valley up the mountain road to the stunning landscape of azure blue Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Take your time and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the lake, and the beautiful Moraine Lake Lodge. Later in the morning, our journey continues to the “Jewell of the Rockies” Lake Louise. There will be time to enjoy a walk along the lakeshore and explore the shops and galleries of the iconic Chateau Lake Louise. Enjoy some lunch (on your own) before boarding the coach for a short journey along the Trans Canada Highway to enter the province of British Columbia and Yoho National Park. There will be lots of time to marvel at the beauty of Emerald Lake, the Natural Bridge, and the Famous Spiral Tunnels before we return to the province of Alberta and arrive in Resort City of Banff. We’ll check into our relaxing accommodation for the next two nights. And enjoy the opportunity to explore the area and review the many highlights of the day.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Lodging: Mount Royal
This conference hotel is located on a main road in Banff. With its ideal connection to the ski region, this location is quite popular with ski enthusiasts. The hotel is located just steps from nightlife and shopping.
The hotel was built in 1908. 135 non-smoking rooms are located on 3 stories and can be reached by elevator. The multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, ATM and drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. Guests of the hotel can enjoy various recreational facilities, including the garden, during their stay. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the parking lot (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area. The business center is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.
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Start the morning with a hearty breakfast then join the rest of our group for an exciting tour of Banff. A gondola ride to the top of 7500 ft Sulphur Mt will give us an amazing panorama view of over 50 miles in every direction. It’s a great opportunity to view the Bow Valley, Lake Minewanka and the town site of Banff from high above. Returning to the valley we’ll travel beside Tunnel Mountain, view the cascading Bow Falls and spend some time touring the beautiful Cascades of Time Gardens of the Park Headquarters. After a viewing of the mysterious “Hoodoos” and the historic Banff Springs Hotel our tour comes to an end leaving us with the full afternoon to explore the shops, museums, cafes, and nearby trails of Banff.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Mount Royal
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Put on your cowboy boots and get saddled up for the great day ahead! As our coach leaves Banff National Park, we’ll journey through the foothills for a short time before heading south through the wilderness of the Kananaskis Valley. Known for its large population of Grizzly Bears, the Kananaskis Valley is truly “the road less taken”. We will be amongst the very few who get to view this beautiful area. Take a brake at the rustic Peter Lougheed Park Lodge before continuing to the Historic Bar U Ranch for a Western Lunch and a walking tour of this beautifully kept historic site. Once the biggest ranch in North America, the Bar Us is home to the largest herd of Percheron Horses in Canada. Our day’s journey comes to an end as you arrive in Waterton National Park and settle in at our lakeside accommodation. Tonight, enjoy a short walk to view nearby Cannon Falls.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Lodging: Bayshore Inn Resort & Spa
This hotel is located in Waterton Lakes, right on the beach. The hotel has a reception desk and features 70 rooms. Amenities available at the hotel include a safe, an ATM and a drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the parking lot for no extra charge. Further services include a 24-hour security service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests can make use of the bicycle rental service to explore the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.
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An international jaunt lies ahead as we make an early morning departure from our hotel and travel to the nearby border for a day excursion into Montana and Glacier National Park. After a scenic journey though the tribal lands of several American Indian tribes our coach will enter Glacier National Park and drive along placid Lake McDonald to one of America’s oldest and larges Log Hotels, the Lake McDonald Lodge. This will be the starting point of a thrilling ride in the famous 16 passenger open-roofed red buses. Fondly referred to as the “Jammers” the vehicles and their engaging driver/guide will take us on a 3-hour drive along the switchback route of the Going-To-The-Sun Highway. Reaching a summit of almost 6.000 feet this road is one of the most spectacular mountain routes in the world. Arriving safely in the resort community of St Mary, re-board our comfortable motorcoach and relax as e journey back into Alberta, Canada, and our accommodation on the shores of the shimmering Waterton Lakes.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Lodging: Bayshore Inn Resort & Spa
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The morning starts with a short ride to the city of Cardston and the Remington Carriage Museum. Here we’ll see one of the finest collections of vintage carriages in North America. This is also one of the only active carriages making facilities that still uses the tools and skills of the 1800’s. Traveling north through the cattle ranches and oilfields of southern Alberta we catch a glimpse of some of the resources which power Alberta’s rapidly growing economy. History unfolds before us as you enter the Head Smashed-In Buffalo Jump UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy lunch (on our own) and on a tour that interprets over 6,000 years of Plains Buffalo Culture and the significance of this cliff to the Plains People. Our journey continues north to the vibrant city of Calgary, Oil Capital and famous for the world-famous Calgary Stampede! We’ll do a short tour of the city before stopping to visit the Calgary Tower. This is a great place to view the majestic Rockies to the west and the vast grazing lands and prairies to the east. This evening enjoy a special farewell dinner with our travel companions and compare notes about our amazing Rockies adventure.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Lodging: Delta Hotels Calgary Airport In-Terminal
Located in Calgary, this airport hotel is ideal for business travelers arriving or departing from Calgary (YYC) Airport. The hotel has 12 suites, 192 single rooms and 92 double rooms, which are located on 8 stories and are reachable by elevator. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, ATM and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The hotel offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the parking lot. Further services and facilities include a car rental service, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser. Active guests can make use of the bicycle rental service to explore the surrounding area. The business center is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.
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