Spend a memorable Christmas in the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day escorted tour from Vancouver. Enjoy wine tasting and a cultural First Nations talk and spend two nights amongst the dramatic scenery of Banff. Enjoy a magical Christmas Day sleigh ride and a group Christmas dinner, toast marshmallows around a campfire in Golden and opt for a variety of fun seasonal activities including ice skating, skiing and snowboarding before ending your festive journey back in Vancouver.
Trip Highlights
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Itinerary
Welcome to Vancouver!
Vancouver - Kamloops. Depart from Canada Place in Vancouver at 8:00 am (please arrive by 7:45 am). The exciting journey begins here! Our friendly tour guide will begin with introductions and various games to help break the ice. They will share intriguing facts as we leave the city and head towards the mountains. Marvel at sights enroute, including the scenic Coquihalla Highway, Bridal Falls, and Canada’s only desert.
We then stop in Kamloops for a local Canadian lunch. Following lunch, enjoy wine tasting at one of the Okanagan’s premier wineries. Check into the charming riverside accommodation and unwind. Finally, to top a fantastic first day off, partake in a First Nations Cultural Talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band. An Indigenous Cultural Host will share engaging stories and legends around a campfire.
Overnight: Kamloops
Kamloops to Banff
Kamloops - Banff. Enjoy a complimentary hotel breakfast to fuel us for the day ahead. We then depart from the hotel in the morning and navigate through the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park. We'll pay a visit to Roger's Pass National Historic Site and Emerald Lake before exploring Lake Louise, with optional ice skating (seasonal).
We continue our journey to Banff and once there, there's time to check into the hotel. Once settled, enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along Banff Avenue, and make sure to dine at one of the many restaurants.
Overnight: Banff | Breakfast
Christmas in the Rockies!
Banff. Celebrate Christmas in the heart of the Rockies!
Start your festivities with breakfast at the hotel. We then embark on a scenic sleigh ride through a magical winter wonderland. We proceed to a guided driving tour of Banff with sightseeing including Bow Falls, HooDoos, and more.
The rest of the day is for leisure, with opportunity to explore the local area, or, if feeling adventurous, book an optional activity. Take in the sights from Sulphur Mountain by way of Gondola (additional cost). There are also numerous winter activities such as ice walking, snowshoeing, or skiing/snowboarding for those feeling brave. Finally, wrap this magical day up with a delectable Christmas dinner, creating special memories with the rest of the group.
Overnight: Banff | Breakfast, Dinner
Winter activities in Banff
Banff - Golden. Start the day with complimentary breakfast. Decide whether to go skiing/snowboarding, or simply relax and spend the day in Banff. In the afternoon, we will journey towards Golden. Upon arrival, check into the hotel, and unwind using the hotels amenities for the rest of the evening, with free time for dinner. Finish the evening with a group campfire and learn how to make authentic s'mores.
Overnight: Golden | Breakfast
Back to Vancouver
Golden - Vancouver. Tuck into our final breakfast at the hotel before departing Golden. We make a stop at Craigellachie, the site of the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Throughout the journey, pass time with onboard entertainment. Schedule permitting, we return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 PM.
Please note: The tour itinerary may be adjusted at the time of travel due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather, road closures, and traffic.
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Prices & Dates
All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 8 persons. Prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of a single room.
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