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Vancouver - Kelowna - Salmon Arm / Revelstoke
Vancouver - We will start our day by leaving Vancouver in the morning, traveling through the picturesque Fraser Valley until we reach the charming town of Merritt, known for being a filming location for Jurassic Park. After lunch, we will continue to Kelowna, renowned for its fruit production in BC Province, where we will visit the famous “VQA” winery to sample red and white wines and purchase the renowned Canadian ice wine. We will also pass by Okanagan Lake and the color-changing “Water Monster Lake.” Our overnight stay will be in Salmon Bay/Grizzly.
Itinerary:
Vancouver → Merritt → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Salmon Arm / Revelstoke
Grizzli Winery - Grizzli Winery
Grizzli Winery is situated in the heart of Okanagan, Canada, surrounded by mountains and lakes. The unique climate, with its sunny days and significant temperature differences between day and night, contributes to the distinctive flavors of the wines. Guests at Grizzli Winery are treated like family, ensuring a comfortable and homely experience while enjoying the delicious wines.
Salmon Arm / Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff
Banff - In the morning, we will visit the “Last Spike” at the Pacific Railway Memorial Park, commemorating the completion of the Pacific Railway and the significant contributions of Chinese workers over a century ago. We will then drive through Glacier National Park and Yoho National Park, finally entering Banff National Park. After lunch, we will visit the stunning Lake Louise and, depending on road conditions, the picturesque Moraine Lake. We will also take a brief tour of Bow River Falls and ride the Banff Gondola for breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains. We will stay overnight in Banff.
Itinerary:
Salmon Arm / Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass-by) → Yoho (Pass-by) → Banff → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Banff Gondola (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Banff
Last Spike - The Last Spike was the final ceremonial spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) track by company director Donald Smith on November 7th, 1885. This event marked the completion of the transcontinental CPR and symbolized national unity. It was a modest ceremony attended by company officials and laborers at Craigellachie.
Glacier National Park - Glacier National Park (Pass-by)
Glacier National Park is one of Canada’s forty-three national parks, covering approximately 521 square miles and including parts of the Columbia Mountains and Rogers Pass National Historic Site. The park features active glaciers, snowy peaks, one of Canada’s largest cave systems, and a diverse range of plants and animals.
Yoho National Park - Yoho National Park (Pass-by)
Yoho National Park, located on the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, attracts visitors with its vertical rock walls, waterfalls, and high peaks. The park offers exceptional hiking and sightseeing opportunities, providing a unique glimpse into Canada’s natural wonders and alpine majesty.
Banff Gondola - Experience a unique gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain for stunning views of six mountain ranges. The Banff Gondola offers breathtaking scenery in every direction during the eight-minute journey to the summit. It is an ideal activity for families, groups, and couples on a clear, sunny day.
Moraine Lake - Moraine Lake is a hidden gem in Canada, offering breathtaking beauty that you must experience with us today.
Bow Falls - Bow Falls
Bow Falls is a major waterfall on the Bow River, providing stunning views and a chance to connect with nature. The falls were famously featured in the 1953 Marilyn Monroe film “River of No Return.” Embrace your love for nature and marvel at its beauty.
Banff Town - Banff National Park - Banff Town
Banff National Park - Rise and shine! Today we will visit Johnston Canyon in the morning, a breathtaking natural attraction in Banff National Park. The magnificent waterfalls of Johnston Creek will leave a lasting impression. We will then drive along Route 93, known as “the most beautiful landscape road in the world,” passing Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake before arriving at the famous Peyto Lake. Next, we will visit the Columbia Icefield, where you can ride a giant snowmobile to the Athabasca Glacier and walk on the 280-meter-high glass bridge. Finally, we will visit Athabasca Falls and stay overnight in Jasper.
Itinerary:
Banff → Banff National Park → Johnston Canyon (45 mins) → Crowfoot Glacier (Pass-by) → Bow Lake (Pass-by) → Peyto Lake (30 mins) → Columbia Icefield (3 hours, Ice Explorer and skywalk are mandatory) → Athabasca Falls (30 mins) → Jasper
Banff - Banff National Park
Banff National Park is renowned for its colorful lakes, majestic mountains, and endless outdoor adventures. As Canada’s first national park and the world’s third, it boasts a rich heritage and is one of the world’s most awe-inspiring mountain destinations. The park spans 6,641 square kilometers (2,564 square miles) of mountainous terrain, featuring scenic valleys, peaks, glaciers, forests, meadows, and rivers. Discover what makes Banff National Park so unique!
Johnston Canyon - Johnston Canyon is a must-visit natural attraction and one of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park. This dramatic wooden canyon is perfect for hiking and biking, offering numerous scenic spots and photo opportunities along the way.
Crowfoot Glacier - Crowfoot Glacier (Pass-by)
The spectacular Crowfoot Glacier can be viewed from a lookout point on the Icefields Parkway, about 34 km (21 mi) north of Lake Louise. The glacier, attached to the northeastern side of Crowfoot Mountain and overlooking Bow Lake, feeds into the Bow River, which flows from Banff National Park through Calgary to the Alberta prairies.
Bow Lake - Bow Lake (Pass-by)
Bow Lake is located about 30 minutes north of Lake Louise, off the Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93) in the Canadian Rockies. It is half a mile north of Crowfoot Glacier, sitting at an elevation of 1,920 m (6,300 ft). As one of the largest lakes in Banff National Park, it is fed by meltwater from the Bow Glacier in the Wapta Icefield. Bow Lake is a wonderful spot for a picnic and to enjoy breathtaking views.
Peyto Lake - Peyto Lake is a popular sightseeing spot, known for its bright turquoise color due to the glacial rock flour that flows into it during the summer. This glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park is near the Icefields Parkway and often appears in illustrated books due to its striking color.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk - During the closure of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows:
Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Bubble Lake (30 minutes) → Marble Canyon (60 minutes) → Stone Pillar Observation Deck (20 minutes) → Surprise Point (20 minutes) → Banff
After the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge reopen, the itinerary is as follows:
Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Columbia Glacier (3 hours, giant snowmobile and glacier glass bridge are mandatory items) → Banff
Athabasca Glacier - We have received notice that due to a sudden wildfire in Jasper, Canada, Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake Cruise, and Columbia Icefield are temporarily closed until further notice. To ensure the safety and travel experience of guests, we have made adjustments to the “Banff Series” and “Vancouver Calgary Distance Entry and Exit” Banff Bus Tour products.
Affected product group numbers and dates:
08/11, 08/17, 08/18, 08/28, 09/01, 09/04, 09/15, 09/18, 09/22, 09/25, 09/29
Banff - Kamloops
Jasper - Itinerary:
Jasper → Maligne Lake Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Maligne Canyon (45 mins) → Mount Robson Provincial Park (30 mins) → Valemont → Spahats Creek Falls (30 mins) → Kamloops
Special Note:
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Maligne Lake Cruise is in high demand. It is highly recommended to book in advance to secure a spot.
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Maligne Lake is open from June to October. If it is closed during the tour, the visit will be canceled, and the time at Maligne Canyon will be extended.
During the closure and reopening of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows:
Banff → Lake Minnewanka (30-90 minutes, optional cruise) → Two Jack Lake (20 minutes) → Johnston Canyon (45 minutes) → Emerald Lake (30 minutes) → Natural Bridge (20 minutes) → Kamloops
Affected product group numbers and dates:
JS5: 08/11, 08/17, 08/18, 08/28, 09/01, 09/04, 09/15, 09/18, 09/22, 09/25, 09/29
Maligne Canyon - Maligne Canyon is the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park, reaching depths of over 50 meters in some areas. Join us to explore the unique features and beauty of Maligne Canyon.
Kamloops - BC Wildlife Park - Vancouver
Kamloops - In the morning, we will visit the Kamloops Sunmore Ginseng Factory to learn about ginseng cultivation and its medicinal benefits, and sample authentic ginseng tea. Next, we will visit the BC Wildlife Park to see various wild animals. After lunch, we will take a quick tour of Hope Town, the filming location for Stallone’s “First Blood” and a historic route for gold diggers. We will then return to Vancouver.
Itinerary:
Kamloops → Kamloops Sunmore Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → BC Wildlife Park (Optional, 90 mins) → Hope Town (30 mins) → Vancouver
Kamloops - Sunmore Ginseng Factory is located in Kamloops, known for its pollution-free fertile soil and semi-desert dry climate, making it the largest producer of American ginseng. It is famously known as the “Ginseng Capital.” Visitors will learn about the growth process of American ginseng and its various medicinal benefits.
Hope - Hope Town is a perfect place to explore and relax, offering beautiful nature views and a tranquil atmosphere. Discover all that this charming town has to offer.
- Professional transportation by passenger vehicle, minivan, or full-sized bus
- Complimentary Vancouver International Airport (YVR) drop-off service
- Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
- Hotel accommodation (nights are one less than the number of tour days)
- Banff Gondola, Ice snowmobile, Glacier Adventure, National Pass, Glacier Glass Bridge (if option selected)
- Gratuities
- Food and beverage.
- Parking is not available at pick up point.The cost of transportation to/from the place of departure.
- Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
- Booster seat (USD $10 per person per day) available upon request for children 6 and under.
- Optional admission fee if option not selected(Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).
- BC Wildlife Park-Adult：CAD$20.00 / USD$15.00； Child (3-17)：CAD$15.00 / USD$12.00；
- BC wildlife park,Chateau lake louise hotel lunch,Maligne lake cruise if option not selected.
Stay in two major national park towns: Banff Town and Jasper Town
Four major national parks + two provincial parks — Rich attractions, value-for-money experience. Jasper National Park + Banff + Yoho+ Glacier National Park
Robson Provincial Park + Wells Gray Provincial Park
Icefield Explorer - Giant Snowmobile Tour to the Columbia Icefield
Maligne Lake Cruise – Visit the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains, and explore the mysterious Elven Island
Room Details
All hotel rooms are based on two Full / Double beds or one King/Queen bed depends on what rooms are availiable at the hotel on the day. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers.
One Room Selection
If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please create separate bookings.
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If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
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- Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. If the order includes children, please make sure to inform our customer service of the age of the children in advance when placing the order, otherwise the children will be charged on-site according as adults. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
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- Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible.
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- Any guests that have already purchased their own tickets or have a city PASS will not be able to use it on the tour. Please understand that you must purchase the admission tickets through our company in order to participate. For the optional admission tickets, you will reserve it from the tour guide directly. The tour guide will make this arrangement for you. As a tour group, it is highly suggested to make a reservation together rather than individually in order to get into an attraction. We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you again for choosing to tour with us!
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- During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
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- If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
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- Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday provide the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
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- Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
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- In order to make your trip more complete, pleasant and smooth, we strongly recommend that you choose to book event tickets, catering packages, etc. when making your order, and we do not provide any additional booking services within 7 days before the departure date and during the tour.
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- The price in the system is US dollars including tax. If you need to pay in CAD dollars, all CAD dollar prices do not include 5% GST.
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- We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on the website. It is your responsibility to check it on the website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, JUPITER LEGEND Corporation shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
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- This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
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- Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.
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- Hotels have different room types, such as a King/Queen size beds or two double size twin beds. The maximum number of people who can legally stay in a room is 2 to 4 people. In addition, each hotel has a different method of charging the deposit, which requires the cooperation of the guests according to regulations. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday guarantee the number of rooms for guests but does not guarantee the specific room type and location. Hotel check-in time is usually after 15:00.
- Maligne Lake Cruise is short of resources. It is highly recommended that you pay in advance to ensure the cruise resources.The opening time of Moraine Lake is from June to mid-October. If it is not open during the tour, the scenic spot will be cancelled, and the tour time of Louise Lake will be increased accordingly.
- On Day 4, During the closure and reopen of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and the Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows: Banff → Lake Minnewanka (30-90 minutes, you can join the cruise at your own expense) → Two Jack Lake (20 minutes) → Johnston Canyon (45 minutes) → Emerald Lake (30 minutes) → Natural Bridge (20 minutes) → Kamloops
- On Day 3, We have received a notice from the scenic spot that due to the sudden wildfire in Jasper, Canada, Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake Cruise, and Columbia Icefield are temporarily closed until further notice. In order to ensure the safety and travel experience of guests, and in combination with the actual situation of the scenic spot, we have made the following adjustments to the “Banff Series” and “Vancouver Calgary Distance Entry and Exit” Banff Bus Tour products after careful consideration. During the closure of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows: Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Bubble Lake (30 minutes) → Marble Canyon (60 minutes) → Stone Pillar Observation Deck (20 minutes) → Surprise Point (20 minutes) → Banff After the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge reopen, the itinerary is as follows: Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Columbia Glacier (3 hours, giant snowmobile and glacier glass bridge are mandatory items) → Banff
- For Affected product group numbers and dates: JS5: 08/11, 08/17, 08/18, 08/28, 09/01, 09/04, 09/15, 09/18, 09/22, 09/25, 09/29; Tour will become 4 days tour, please ask tour operator for more details if your travel date is listed.
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) drop off service:We suggest for domestic flights to please be booked after 19:30. For all other international flights we suggest booking flights after 20:30.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
