Christmas in the Canadian Rockies
Christmas in the Canadian Rockies
5 Days Starting in VANCOUVER and ending in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Visiting: Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, Golden
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1515
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 34
Physical rating:
Low, All Ages / Not applicable
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Festive and New Year, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
From:
$1461
$1388 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$73
Tour Overview
What better way to enjoy the holidays than on a small group tour with friends and family on a classic Canadian Christmas adventure? Stay two nights in magical, snow-laden Banff and enjoy Christmas dinner and a sleigh ride through a winter wonderland make for a storybook holiday experience. Along with scenic and historic stops and delicious wine tasting, this tour is all you could want for Christmas!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Vancouver To Kamloops
Location: Vancouver, Kamloops
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The South Thompson Inn, Kamloops, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Meet at 7:30 am at Canada Place, between the New Convention Centre and the Pan Pacific Hotel. A mini-coach will be parked at this location and a representative wearing a bright green shirt will check passengers in and meet your driver-guide. Depart Vancouver from Canada Place at 8:00 am. Enjoy a number of sights along the way including the scenic Coquihalla Highway, Bridal Falls, and Canada’s only desert region. Stop in Kamloops for lunch, followed by a visit to the BC Wildlife Park (admission included). Experience wine tasting at a local winery before checking into your hotel to refresh for a group dinner (at your own cost) and a campfire and s’mores.
Day 2 : Kamloops To Banff
Location: Kamloops, Banff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Breakfast is included at your hotel. Drive through the beautiful snow-capped peaks of Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park Visit Roger’s Pass National Historic Site, before sightseeing stops at Emerald Lake and Lake Louise. Continue on to Banff and a tour of the area before the rest of the day is at leisure to independently explore the town, with an option to join your guide for a night out.
Day 3 : Banff
Location: Banff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Mount Royal Hotel, Banff, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Breakfast is included at your hotel. Take a scenic sleigh ride through a winter wonderland around the Banff area (included). Perhaps decide to indulge with a soak in the Banff Hot Springs and/or take the Sulphur Mountain Gondola, go snowshoeing, ice walking, or skiing/snowboarding (additional cost, on-site). In the evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a delicious and Merry Christmas Dinner.
Day 4 : Banff To Golden
Location: Banff, Golden
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Prestige Hotel Golden, Golden, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Breakfast is included at your hotel. Option to go skiing or snowboarding for the day, participate in another exciting winter activity, or relax in town. Depart Banff in the afternoon for Golden to arrive later in the afternoon – the remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 5 : Golden To Vancouver
Location: Golden, Vancouver
Meals Included: No Meals
Breakfast is included at your hotel. Departing Golden, spend the day travelling the interior of beautiful British Columbia, including a stop at Craigellachie (the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway). Return to Vancouver (Canada Place) at approximately 7:30 pm (subject to change due to traffic, weather, and unforeseen circumstances).
What's Included
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• 4-night hotel accommodations (hotels are subject to change)
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• Experienced driver guide and English tour commentary
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• Transportation by 35-seater mini-coach with a maximum of 34 passengers
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• Luggage allowance of one piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag per guest, due to coach space constraints
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• Sleigh Ride in Banff
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• Winery tour and tasting in Okanagan Valley
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• Admission to Wildlights at BC Wildlife Park
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• Breakfasts and Group Christmas Dinner
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• Campfire with s'mores (snack)
What's Not Included
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• Transfers to and from the start and end location of the tour
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• Gratuities
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• Meals and attractions, unless otherwise specified
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• Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
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• Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature
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• Travel Insurance
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• Pre and Post Accommodation
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• Meet and Greet airport transfer service
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• Everything that is not mentioned in included
Mode of Transport
Transportation by 35-seater mini-coach with a maximum of 34 passengers. Luggage allowance of one piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag per guest, due to coach space constraints
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, international flights are not included
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Luggage allowance of one piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag per guest, due to coach space constraints
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Transfers to and from the start and end location of the tour are not included
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Entrance fees per the itinerary are included. Optional activities may be booked on-site with our tour director
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please ask for details
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, and you will receive your travel documents confirming the hotel names approx 2 weeks prior to departure
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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