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You can easily customize this itinerary by changing the proposed accommodations and by choosing some optional extensions out of our wide selection of short packages. You also have the opportunity to spice up your holiday thanks to our unique choice of "à la carte" excursions. Please feel free to contact us if there's anything (activity, accommodation, length) you would like to change in the package (even if you cannot find it on our website). We are here to help create the holiday of your dream!
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-Duration : 14 days and 13 nights -Theme : Charming Lodge -Begin : Calgary -End : Vancouver |
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| An amazing package which will enable you to discover the marvels of the west while enjoying a high level of comfort! We indeed selected for you some magnificent lodges and hotels which are all renowned for the quality of their services. At each of these places, the qualified staff will be more than happy to give you precious advises during your stay. Moreover, these distinctive properties all constitute excellent starting point to visit western Canada’s main attractions. |
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Upon arrival at the hotel on day one, you’ll find your personalized Globe-Trotter roadbook at the front desk. This very complete package of travelling literature includes: the relevant road maps, a copy of your detailed itinerary, some useful travelling tips, the vouchers, the relevant travelling guides, a 24h/7d toll free emergency number as well as a few surprises !
Day 1 – Calgary / Banff (129 Km)
Pick-up your vehicle and head towards the Rocky Mountains where you will have the opportunity to explore legendary Banff National Park. You will then stay in a superb lodge whose traditional architecture merge perfectly with its spectacular surrounding.
| From Calgary (day 1), here are a few optional short stays that you could easily add to your package. Please refer to their duration in order to determine the number of nights each of these trips will add to the original route. |
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Rafter Six Ranch Resort
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights
Theme : Guest Ranch Vacation
Location : Exshaw
For more information |
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City Escape - Calgary
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Theme: Discovery and Activities
Location: Calgary
For more information |
These are only a few samples of the short packages that are actually available. For additional ideas, please visit our short packages section.
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Days 2 and 3 – Banff / Field (82 km)
In the heart of Yoho National park, on the shores of beautiful Emerald Lake, you will find the Emerald Lake Lodge. Built in 1902 by the Canadian Pacific, this world class historic property is surrounded by a huge wildlife reserve.
Days 4 and 5 – Field / Jasper (288 km)
Continue on towards the famous Jasper National Park. You will then have the chance to stay in a resort which is nestled on a hill overlooking Pyramid Lake and offering an outstanding view on the majestic Rocky Mountains. The site features several hiking trails and every room has a breathtaking view!
Day 6 – Jasper / Sun Peaks (444 km)
Located in a postcard setting, in the heart of the Thompson-Okanagan area, the Delta Sunpeaks Resort is the perfect place to practice a wide selection of outdoor activities.
Days 7 and 8 – Sun Peaks / Gold Bridge (452 km)
Tucked away in the heart of the Chilcotin Mountains lies the largest log lodge in the West, the famous Tyax Mountains Lake Resort! Romantically nestled on the shores of Tyaughton Lake with views of snow-covered peaks up to 9,000 feet. You are at Tyax Mountain Lake Resort, a first class wilderness resort.
| From Sun Peaks (day 7), here are a few optional short stays that you could easily add to your package. Please refer to their duration in order to determine the number of nights each of these trips will add to the original route. |
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Echo Valley Ranch and Spa
Duration : 4 days and 3 nights and 5 days and 4 nights
Theme : Horseback Riding and Spa
Location : Jesmond
For more information |
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The Ranch Life
Duration : 4 days and 3 nights
Theme : Guest Ranch Vacation
Location : Gold Bridge
For more information |
These are only a few samples of the short packages that are actually available. For additional ideas, please visit our short packages section.
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Day 9 – Gold Bridge / Whistler (110 km)
Continue on towards Whistler, the famous winter sport station which will host the Olympic ski competitions in 2010.
Day 10 – Whistler / Parksville (251 Km)
Today you’ll board the ferry to Vancouver Island where you’ll spend your first night in a magnificent seaside resort.
| From Whistler (day 10), here are a few optional short stays that you could easily add to your package. Please refer to their duration in order to determine the number of nights each of these trips will add to the original route. |
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Long Beach Lodge Resort
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights
Theme : Bear and Hot Springs
Location : Tofino
For more information |
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Painter's Lodge
Duration : 3 days and 2 nights
Theme : Salmon Fishing and Wildlife
Location : Campbell River
For more information |
These are only a few samples of the short packages that are actually available. For additional ideas, please visit our short packages section.
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Day 11 – Parksville / Victoria (150 Km)
Continue on to Victoria, the charming capital of British Columbia.
Days 12 and 13 – Victoria / Vancouver (150 km)
Back on the mainland, continue on towards thrilling Vancouver! Its outstanding location between mountains and ocean definitely makes this city one of the most beautiful in the world. Discover its main attractions and let yourself be immersed by its relaxed west-coast atmosphere. We particularly suggest the visit of the aquarium, of the anthropology museum, of Stanley Park, of Chinatown and of Gastown historical district. Take the time to discover Stanley Park during a horse-drawn carriage tour.
Day 14 – Vancouver
Drop-off your vehicle. |
| Departures dates |
| Daily departures depending on availability from May 15 to October 31, 2009. |
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| Price per person: |
| Occupancy |
Superior Accommodation |
double |
2015 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
single |
3886 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
triple |
On request |
quadruple |
On request |
child (under 12) |
108 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |

As you probably have been in position to appreciate, this package features standard accommodation. However, please note that, upon request, we can also offer most of our itineraries with economic, superior, high-end, B&B and chalet accommodation. Please feel free to contact us if you want to change the type of accommodation.

| The cost includes: |
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The cost does not include: |
· The personalized roadbook of the perfect Globe-Trotter:road map, detailed itinerary, useful infos, touristic guides, etc.
· The assistance of your travel adviser in Canada who can be reached with a toll-free emergency number
· Horse-drawn carriage tour in Stanley Park
· Activities on site: hiking, canoe, kayak, bikes, etc. (depending on the
properties)
· 13 nights accommodation
· The applicable taxes and the contribution to the compensation Fund
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· Air travel (available for this program, please see the quote request form or purchase your airline tickets our website)
· Car rental ( you can easily add a car rental to your package using the table below)
· The travel insurance
· Personal expenses
· Drinks and meals
· Park entrance fees |
| Car rental - Airport pick-up! |
| TIP: Please note that these prices include a pick up directly at the airport. Considering how expensive taxi transfer can be and the fact that you'll only have to park your vehicle in downtown (city centre) the first night, we truly belive that it's the easiest way to proceed.
By clicking on the links, you’ll obtain the profile of each vehicle. |
Rental car type / Duration |
Low Season
from 04-01 to 30-06 and
from 28-08 to 19-12
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High Season
from 01-07 to 27-08 and
from 20-12 to 03-01
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550 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
640 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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572 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
674 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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668 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
730 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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694 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
788 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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1068 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1162 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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874 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
966 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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782 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
862 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
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994 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
1090 $ CAD- Tx. Incl. |
Your car rental with Globe-Trotter includes: Unlimited mileage in Canada and the USA, excluding the Whitehorse (200 km per day) and Jasper (100 km per day) locations, LDW insurance for the 25 years old and more (between 21 and 24, some fees apply), 1 million$ third party liability insurance, 24h/7d emergency service, a wide network of locations throughout Canada, several opportunities to return the vehicle in a different location than the one where it was picked up, airport pick up or drop off fees and taxes, car registration and the applicable taxes |

The table below features a selection of optional activities you can add to your basic package. The featured prices (adult and children) include all the activities. By choosing this option, all the activities featured in the table will be added to your package.
Please note that this table only features a slight portion of the excursions that are actually available. We invite you to check the complete list of our Alberta and British-Columbia “à la carte” excursions. You’ll also find a complete description for each activity.
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