Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Hector Lake - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake viewpoint - Jasper National Park - Columbia Icefield Skywalk/ Ice Explorer - Athabasca Falls - Sunwapta Valley - Athabasca River - Jasper

The second day's journey will undoubtedly count among the highlights of your trip. We will continue to Moraine Lake, which offers you a breathtaking view of the mountain panorama.

The tour will take you to the spectacular Icefields Parkway, a beautiful scenic road through the Rocky Mountains and Jasper National Park. You will traverse past Hector Lake and Bow Lake, where you will have a photo stop. The bus will also make a stop at the Peyto Lake Viewpoint to see one of the most scenic views in all of Canada’s National Parks. At the Athabasca Glacier, part of the impressive Columbia Icefield, you will have the opportunity to take the Ice Explorer to travel to the massive glacier and step foot on the thousand-year-old ice (optional; additional costs). Hop off and see the crevasses up close. Hear the crackling of the glacier and let this impressive natural phenomenon sweep over you. After that, you will be driven down into the Sunwapta Valley to take a short hike at Athabasca Falls before reaching the town of Jasper, scenically nestled in the heart of Jasper, the nation’s second-largest Park.

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Jasper - Medicine Lake - Maligne Lake - Maligne Canyon - Yellowhead Parkway - Mount Robson Provincial Park - Wells Gray Provincial Park - Clearwater - Thompson Valley - Kamloops

The third day will begin with a drive to Maligne Lake, the second-largest glacial lake in the world; three of the glaciers are visible from the lake. The lake is famous for its water’s azure color. On the way, the tour will also make a stop at a scenic viewpoint above Medicine Lake.

After that, you will visit and walk along the Maligne Canyon, which reaches 60 meters deep and less than one meter wide in some spots. Here you will walk over footbridges and enjoy impressive canyon views and the roaring, foaming river.

You will leave Jasper National Park and travel further west through the Rocky Mountains to Kamloops. If the weather permits, you will have a breathtaking view of the summit of Mount Robson, which is the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies with an altitude of 3,954 meters. We will follow the Thompson River valley through a densely forested, mountainous area to Clearwater. The city is considered the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park, famous for its numerous waterfalls. The city of Kamloops, located at the confluence of the South and North Thompson rivers in BC's semi-arid grasslands, will be the site of your overnight stay.

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Kamloops - Lillooet - Duffey Lake Provincial Park - Pemberton - Garibaldi Provincial Park - Whistler

On the way from Kamloops to Whistler, you will pass the 2010 Olympic Village and get to travel on one of the most beautiful roads in British Columbia. You will have a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the stunning views when crossing the so-called "border" of the ancient Canadian Rockies and the young mountains of the Coastal Range. Whistler has recently become a Mecca for adventure seekers and extreme sports enthusiasts. The tour will stop at city viewpoints on the way and allow you to take a walk in this lively place.

Upon arrival in Whistler, you will find yourself in the cozy streets of a beautiful town among many tourists. Whistler offers several different activities for all ages and interests. As an option, you can take a lift to Blackcomb Mountain and ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola (optional; additional cost) connecting its peaks to Whistler Mountain. You will see the gorgeous views of rugged mountains and the nearest lakes and forests or walk around the Olympic Village and admire the local beauty.

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Whistler – Brandywine Falls Park – Shannon Waterfalls – Sea-to-Sky Highway – Vancouver - Vancouver City Tour

Leaving Whistler, the tour will head south towards Vancouver. The Sea to Sky Highway is one of Canada's most scenic drives - it is a collection of the sheer cliffs of majestic ancient mountains, views of the bays of the Pacific Ocean, with many magnificent islands. You will pass the picturesque town of Squamish and stop for the short walk to the Brandywine Waterfall and Shannon Falls. The road will take you to Vancouver.

The Pearl of the Pacific welcomes you with its stunning combination of tall mountains and vast ocean. It is not for nothing that Vancouver has been labeled as one of the best cities in the world to live in life for many years. In the afternoon you will discover Vancouver’s many sights on a guided City Tour.

The tour will start from Canada Place, drive along the sea wall to beautiful Stanley Park, stop to admire First Nations Totem Poles, and visit Prospect Point for breathtaking views. You will visit English Bay and the surrounding area, drive to Chinatown, vibrant, authentic, and unforgettable. And of course, we will take a walk through historic Gastown, very cozy yet modern and sophisticated, whose history began with just a barrel of whiskey. You can then stop to take a picture with Vancouver Steam Clock, one of the symbols of our city. After that, you will continue to Granville Island, an artist island where you will find a market selling many local products, as well as boutiques, and restaurants.

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Day of leisure to explore. Optional Victoria Tour.

Day of leisure to explore.

Spend the day getting a feel for fascinating Vancouver on your own. Called by many the “Jewel of the Pacific,” Vancouver boasts an incomparable number of attractions and sightseeing options.

OPTION: You can always fill your day with adventures and go on a full-day VICTORIA AND BUTCHART GARDENS CLASSIC TOUR

Victoria is the capital of British Columbia. Well-tended parks, red double-decker buses, and a leisurely pace of life complete the lovely picture of the former English colonial city.

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Morning of leisure to explore. Departure.

Morning of leisure to explore.

You have a unique opportunity to absorb the street life or take the foot passenger ferry called the Aquabus across False Creek, then spend a time exploring Kitsilano. “Kits” was hippie heaven back in the patchouli-scented 1960s and ’70s. Today it’s more hip than it is hippie.

It is time to say goodbye. Your adventure in Western Canada ends at the airport, and you will fly back home.

⮚ Banff Gondola - enjoy the marvelous views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and the scenic mountain ranges from more than 2000m above sea level.

⮚ Relaxing Banff Upper Hot Springs with steamy, hot, mineral water

⮚ Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure offers a thrilling trip along the glass-floored walkway at the cliff’s edge with an incredible view of the vast Athabasca Glacier.

⮚ Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola - explore a new perspective of British Columbia’s from up above.

⮚ Victoria & Butchart Gardens 13-hour Tour - smell the flowers in the world-famous Butchart Gardens and feel the charm and ambiance of our capital city, Victoria.

⮚ Capilano Bridge & Grouse Mountain 4-hour Tour - enjoy an exclusive experience walking through dense woods and introduce yourself to the magic of intriguing wildlife.

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• Available seating is reduced which allows for onboard distancing.

• Prior to the first boarding, all passengers are required to answer the Transport Canada's Health Check Questionnaire:

- Do you have a fever or cough?
- Do you have a fever and breathing difficulties?
- Have you been refused boarding at the airport in the past 14 days due to a medical reason related to COVID-19?
- Are you the subject of a provincial/territorial or local public health order?
- Have you travelled from outside Canada in the last 14 days?

• If a passenger answers yes to any questions, they will be denied boarding and referred to the provincial government self-assessment tool.

• Guests are not required but strongly encouraged to wear a mask on-board (depends on restrictions at the time of the tour)

• During multi-day trips, the vehicles are sanitized each evening by the drivers who have been provided with the appropriate cleaning supplies and training, including extra force for wiping down all hard-touch surfaces with a disinfectant-cleaner (such as handrails and armrests)

• Garbage bins are provided for guest use.

• HVAC filters are cleaned on a regular basis. The system is never set for recirculating mode, so fresh air is always brought into the vehicle.

• Hand sanitizer stations are available for guest use.

• As the tour company, we are required to maintain a passenger naming list with telephone numbers for every passenger on board. Following recommendations, we are keeping this list for 30 days after the end of the tour.

• We also check that our guides and guests follow the safety plans of our third-party contractors like transportation companies, hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality services.

• 50% of the deposit at the time of booking if more than 35 days before the beginning of the trip.

• Full payment at 35 days or less before the start of the trip.

• Cancellation with a refund (must be received in writing) is available no later than 35 days before the start of the trip with an administrative fee of $50 per person.

• No refunds if the trip is less than 35 days before the beginning of the trip.

• Best Vancouver Tours retains the right to cancel the tour no later than 35 days before the tour date with a full refund.

Events may be canceled or postponed due to circumstances related to COVID-19. Please research before you go and keep alternative activities in mind as you plan your trip.

Departure Point:

Calgary Airport at 12:00 pm

Return Point:

Hotel in Vancouver

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• Not wheelchair accessible.

• Not recommended for children aged 6 and under.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Anyone 18 or younger must have a parent or guardian on the trip with them.

• No animals allowed.

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★ Q: What is the policy on face-covering and attendee health during the tour?

A: We encourage passengers and staff to wear face coverings for the duration of their travel in public areas. We conduct a health screening, including a temperature check and health questionnaire for travelers and staff before departure. All staff practices proper hygiene as recommended by the Public Health Agency of Canada. See all safety measures taken by Best Vancouver Tours.

★ Q: What is the policy on cleaning protocols during the tour?

A: The policies on cleaning protocol are: - All hard-touch surfaces are wiped down before and after each trip with a disinfectant cleaner. - A disinfectant electrostatic fogging sprayer is utilized to ensure all interior surfaces are completely sanitized. - When appropriate, critical touchpoints will be cleaned and sanitized throughout a trip. - Only cleaners and disinfectants as recommended by Health Canada, the CDC, and the EPA are used. See all safety measures taken by Best Vancouver Tours.

★ Q: What is the policy on onboard passenger safety?

A: For passengers - touchless hand sanitizer dispensers at the entry of motorcoach as well as masks available. The ventilation systems are set to maximize outside fresh air. Vehicle filtration systems have been upgraded, and filters are routinely serviced. See all safety measures taken by Best Vancouver Tours.

★ Q: What is the policy on Social Distancing?

A: We accommodate groups’ needs, including social distancing when requested, to ensure passenger comfort within all our vehicles See all safety measures taken by Best Vancouver Tours.

For more information on health and safety protocol, please call or send an email to the customer services team of Best Vancouver Tours.

We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure following operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.