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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 7:15am WHAT'S INCLUDED (FOR GUIDED TOUR ONLY) Vancouver to Valemount Depart from Canada Place. As you leave Vancouver, some of Coach transportation the highlights today will be the Othello Tunnels, Thompson Okanagan, and Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Park. Overnight in the Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide town of Valemount. Valemount to Banff 3-nights accommodation Your first sightseeing stop today is at Mount Robson, the highest 3 breakfasts The Canadian Rocky Mountains is one of the most iconic mountain mountain in the Canadian Rockies. Visit the town of Jasper and the Icefields Parkway, with an optional activity to walk on the S’mores and campfire ranges in the world. The sheer granite faces, glaciers and turquoise famous Athabasca Glacier. Arrive in the Town of Banff, option to go on the Sulphur Mountain Gondola (additional cost) or hike Scenic sightseeing stops lakes are a sight you will never forget. In addition to the amazing to the view point. Check into your hotel and option to join your guide for a party at a local bar. Discounted optional activities if you sightseeing you will also have the opportunity to make new friends book in advance Banff to Golden on this highly active and fun tour! Enjoy a city driving tour including Bow Falls, Banff Avenue and the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Moving on, today it is all about the lakes. You will stop at the famous Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and, time permitting, Emerald Lake. Valemount Jasper Check into your hotel in Golden this evening and enjoy a campfire with s’mores.
Golden to Vancouver Lake Louise Visit the Cedar Trails Boardwalk, Rogers Pass & the Last Spike on the transcontinental railway. Enjoy a scenic drive back to Golden Thompson Okanagan Banff Vancouver with many sightseeing opportunities along the way. Vancouver Return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 pm.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Sulphur Mountain Gondola AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure TOUR OPTION ▶ Gondola and Ice Explorer Combo Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec GUIDED PRIVATE SELF GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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Banff to Jasper Scenic sightseeing stops Today is a busy day, but one of our favourite days on tour. Enjoy the Sulphur Mountain Gondola (additional cost). Visit Bow Discounted optional activities Lake and stop at Athabasca Falls. Travel the Icefields Parkway if you book in advance and stop at the Athabasca Glacier where you will have the opportunity to walk on the this mighty wonder (additional cost). Jasper to Kamloops The day is jam-packed with some of the best sightseeing of the adventure! You will travel to Maligne Lake and Canyon. Here you Jasper can choose to walk along the water’s edge or book a boat cruise to Spirit Island. Pre-booking this cruise is highly recommended. Kamloops The final stop of the day is at Spahats Falls in Wells Grey Park. Kamloops to Vancouver Join your guide as you wind your way to the top of Battle Bluff, where you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view. The final stop Kelowna Banff Vancouver of the adventure is a tasting at one of the Fraser Valley cideries. ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Sulphur Mountain Gondola ▶ Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure ▶ Gondola and Ice Explorer Combo AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Jasper Dark Sky Preserve TOUR OPTION Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ▶ Maligne Lake Cruise GUIDED PRIVATE SELF GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 8:15am WHAT'S INCLUDED (FOR GUIDED TOUR ONLY) Vancouver to Revelstoke Depart from Canada Place. As you leave Vancouver some Coach transportation CLASSIC of the highlights today will be the Othello Tunnels and the This is our original and most popular tour with Okanagan Valley with a stop in Kelowna. Check into your Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide hotel in Revelstoke and explore the quaint town. Optional 3-nights accommodation overnight stays in Revelstoke, the town of Banff, and Valemount. pub night. It includes amazing sightseeing stops in the Okanagan Valley Revelstoke to Banff 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner Explore the beautiful Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Cowboy ranch experience and the Rocky Mountains including gorgeous Canadian Emerald Lake. Enjoy a sightseeing tour in the town of turquoise lakes and awesome mountain peaks! Banff - visits to Banff Ave, Bow Falls and Banff Springs Winery tour and tasting Hotel. Option to go on the Sulphur Mountain Gondola (additional cost). Check into your hotel on Banff Avenue. Scenic sightseeing stops Banff to Valemount S’mores and campfire Travel the world renowned Icefields Parkway. Option to Discounted optional activities walk on the Athabasca Glacier with the Ice Explorer Glacier if you book in advance Tour (additional cost). Stop in the famous town of Jasper then visit a real cowboy ranch for dinner, a bonfire and s'mores, ranch games, and line dancing! Check in to your Valemount hotel in Valemount this evening. Jasper Valemount to Vancouver As you are heading back to Vancouver some of the highlights today will be Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Park, Lake Louise wine tastingin the Thompson Okanagan, and Othello Tunnels. Revelstoke Return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 pm. Okanagan Valley Banff Vancouver ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Sulphur Mountain Gondola AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES TOUR OPTION ▶ Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure ▶ Gondola and Ice Explorer Combo GUIDED PRIVATE SELF Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 9:00am WHAT'S INCLUDED (FOR GUIDED TOUR ONLY) Vancouver to Blue River Depart from Canada Place. As you leave Vancouver, some of the Coach transportation PREMIUM highlights today will be the Thompson Okanagan and Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Park. Enjoy a group dinner and stay overnight Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide The Canadian Rocky Mountains is one of the most in Blue River at the beautiful Mike Wiegele cabins. 4-nights accommodation iconic mountain ranges in the world. Blue River through Jasper National Park to Banff On this 5-day tour you will spend 2-nights in the town of Banff The highlights of today’s travels are sightseeing stops at Mount 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner Robson and the Icefields Parkway, with an optional activity to end enjoy more time to explore the national parks, take in the walk on the famous Athabasca Glacier (additional cost). Admission to breathtaking mountain vistas and get to visit the You will overnight in Banff this evening. Sulphur Mountain Gondola Free Day in Banff Winery tour and tasting legendary turquoise glacial lakes. Enjoy a day at leisure in the Town of Banff, starting with a morning ride up the Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola where Scenic sightseeing stops you will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast while taking in 360º S’mores and campfire views of the Rocky Mountains (included). There are a number of other attractions and activities to do in Banff National Park. Discounted optional activities We can also assist in booking some of the amazing activities if you book in advance for a discounted price in and around the town of Banff. Banff to Revelstoke Today is lake day. You will be able to explore the beautiful Lake Jasper Louise & Moraine Lake, two of the most photographed lakes in Canada. You will overnight in Revelstoke. Blue River Revelstoke to Vancouver Lake Louise Today is the last leg of the trip as you head back to Vancouver. Revelstoke Enjoy a wine tasting today and stop at a number of important Okanagan Valley Banff historical sights as you head west. These include Craigellachie Vancouver (the Last Spike) and the Othello Tunnels.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) TOUR OPTION ▶ Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Horseback Riding in Banff GUIDED PRIVATE SELF Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec GROUP GUIDED GUIDED ▶ Via Ferrata: Fixed Cable Climbing
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WESTERN CANADA 7 DAYS WESTERN SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 9:00am WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Whistler Depart from Canada Place. Explore your way to Whistler from Coach transportation Vancouver. This is a short 2-hour drive with many fantastic Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide sightseeing options. These include Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls and the town of Squamish before arriving in Whistler. There are 6-nights accommodation CANADA a multitude of activities that you can partake in and around Whistler. Experience Whistler, Sun Peaks, Jasper, Banff and Revelstoke Whistler to Sun Peaks 6 breakfasts and 1 dinner Today you will travel from Whistler to Sun Peaks. Sun Peaks is another famous ski resort in the winter and in the summer it is Admission to the following attractions: known for its hiking and mountain biking trails and the spectacular Sun Peaks Sightseeing Chairlift Travel along the famous Sea to Sky Highway alpine wildflowers. On the way to Sun Peaks, you will stop in the Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure to Whistler then continue the adventure to town of Kamloops for lunch, and wine tasting. Sun Peaks to Jasper Sulphur Mountain Gondola Sun Peaks followed by the impressive Today you will travel to Jasper with many scenic stops on the way. Winery tour and tasting These include the Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Provincial Park and Rocky Mountains including Jasper and Banff. Mount Robson. Explore the town of Jasper and enjoy dinner with Scenic sightseeing stops many great options to choose from. We recommend a visit to the On your journey experience spectacular natural Jasper Planetarium. Discounted optional activities if you book in advance wonders and breathtaking scenery! Jasper & Icefields Parkway to Banff Visit Maligne Canyon and the Icefields Parkway today, with a stop at the Columbia Icefields to walk on the Athabasca Glacier. You will * In 2022 the last night will be spent in also get your first taste of the turquoise lakes of the Rockies before Kelowna instead of Revelstoke. departing for Banff where you will stay for two nights. Banff Jasper Start your day with a ride up the Sulphur Mountain Gondola, then enjoy a day at leisure in the Town of Banff. There are a number Sun Peaks of attractions in Banff that you can see, and we can also assist in booking some of the amazing activities in and around the town. Whistler Lake Louise & Revelstoke* Today is lake day. You will be able to explore the beautiful Lake Louise Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, two of the most photographed lakes in Canada. You will stay overnight in a beautiful mountain resort in Revelstoke. Revelstoke Banff Revelstoke* to Vancouver Vancouver Today is the last leg of the trip as you head back to Vancouver. There are a number of very important historical sights as you head west. These include Craigellachie (the Last Spike) and the Othello Tunnels.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES TOUR OPTION ▶ Horseback Riding in Banff ▶ Via Ferrata: Fixed Cable Climbing GUIDED PRIVATE SELF ▶ Whitewater Rafting Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SIP & SOAK 7 DAYS SIP & SOAK Okanagan, Kootenays and Rockies SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 9:00am WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Osoyoos Depart from Canada Place. Travel along Highway 3 through Manning One way coach transportation Park and into the Southern Okanagan Valley. Along the way stop for little hikes, wine tasting and to visit unique natural Spotted Lake. Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide Discover the Okanagan Valley 6-nights accommodation Today you will visit the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre and three more wineries. Enjoy lunch at one of the wineries. Relax at your lakeside 1 Breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner hotel, go for a swim in the lake, and explore the quaint town. Osoyoos to Nelson Admission to Stop at Anarchist Mountain Lookout and head into the Kootenay Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre Region of British Columbia. You will then arrive in the charming town Nelson where you can stroll along Baker Street. 4 Winery Tastings in the Okanagan and Cider tasting in the Fraser Valley Take the path less traveled from Vancouver to the Rockies via the Nelson to Fairmont Hot Springs Visit Kokanee Creek Provincial Park before taking a quick selfie Beer tasting Okanagan Valley and the Kootenays. On this journey you will enjoy with Sasquatch. Stay overnight at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort where you can spend time soaking in the resort's hot pools. stunning views, explore the quaint towns, visit local wineries and craft Scenic sightseeing stops Fairmont Hot Springs to Banff breweries, and soak in natural hot springs. Explore Kootenay National Park. Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with free time to go for a hike or rent a canoe. Arrive in Banff and enjoy a tour of the town with stops at Bow Falls, the HooDoos, and Banff Springs Hotel. Banff Explore Banff Calgary Today is at your leisure with many optional activities to choose from including an excursion along the Icefields Parkway to the Athabasca Fairmont Glacier. This evening enjoy a beer tasting and dinner in Banff. Hot Springs Vancouver Banff to Calgary Visit Lake Minnewanka & Two Jack Lake. Depart Banff in the early Okanagan Valley Nelson afternoon for Calgary where you will enjoy a final tour of the city Osoyoos before your 7-day adventure comes to an end.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Sulphur Mountain Gondola AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure TOUR OPTION ▶ Gondola and Ice Explorer Combo Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec GUIDED PRIVATE SELF GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 7:15am WHAT'S INCLUDED (FOR GUIDED TOUR ONLY)* Vancouver to Kelowna Depart from Canada Place. As you leave Vancouver enjoy some sightseeing & ROCKIES Coach transportation You will travel east from Vancouver through the Fraser and Okanagan Valley. stops including Othello Tunnels, Okanagan Valley and stay overnight in downtown Kelowna. Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide Heading into the Rockies, you will be greeted with some of the best sights Kelowna to Lake Louise & Banff This will be your first taste of the unique colours that the lakes and rivers 10-nights accommodation Canada has to offer. Follow the Skeena River north before cruising the have in the Rocky Mountains. You will get to see two of the most beautiful lakes, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Ferry fees from Vancouver to Victoria Pacific Ocean and the Salish Sea as you weave your way through the islands Banff (one-way) for 1 standard sized vehicle Enjoy a day at leisure in the Town of Banff. There are a number of attractions and 2 passenger of the Pacific Northwest. Travel the length of Vancouver Island and in Banff that you can see, including the Sulphur Mountain Gondola. We can Inside Passage cruise (BC Ferries) from also assist in booking some of the amazing activities in and around the town. Prince Rupert to Port Hardy experience the rugged landscapes of the untouched wilds. Banff National Park to the Icefields & Jasper First travel to the turquoise beauty of Bow Lake and Athabasca Falls Daily breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 buffet dinner before driving the Columbia Icefields Parkway, where you will have the Scenic sightseeing stops opportunity to walk on the Athabasca Glacier. Jasper to Prince George Many added activities, including U'mista Travel to the beautiful Maligne Lake. Afterwards visit Maligne Canyon, Cultural Centre, a winery tour and tasting, Mount Robson and many more sightseeing stops. and more Prince George to Prince Rupert Drive towards the Coastal Mountains and follow the Skeena River on your * Route & pricing will vary for Self Guided Option way to our next destination Prince Rupert. Stop in the town of Smithers for lunch. Prince Rupert Prince Rupert Today have free time to explore this quaint town or partake in an optional activity such as Whale Watching. Prince Rupert is one of the best places Prince George to see Grey Whales. Prince Rupert to Port Hardy via the Inside Passage aboard BC Ferries Jasper Sure to be a highlight of the tour as you cruise through pristine waters of the Inside Passage. Be sure to pack your binocolars to view all kinds of wildlife. Port Hardy Port Hardy – Alert Bay - Telegraph Cove - Campbell River Today will take you to Campbell River. You'll first travel to Port McNeill and Campbell River Banff Alert Bay with admission to the U'mista Cultural Centre, then Telegraph Cove. Parksville Stroll the boardwalk through Campbell River, a stunning seaside village. Kelowna Campbell River to Victoria Vancouver Travel the scenic oceanside route to Victoria. Arrive in BC's capital city Victoria with free time to explore at your own pace. Victoria to Vancouver TOUR OPTION Explore more of Victoria including Fisherman's Wharf, Fan Tan Alley, AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES Beacon Hill and Mile 0. Optional sightseeing of Butchart Gardens, GUIDED PRIVATE SELF Tea at the Empress, or Royal BC Museum. Return by ferry to Vancouver GROUP GUIDED GUIDED Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec this evening.
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 7:00am WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Tofino CAMPING Coach transportation Relax on this awesome camping tour with plenty of Depart Vancouver from Canada Place. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride through the Strait of Georgia. Hike around Litttle Qualicum Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide time to truly appreciate the great outdoors. Falls. Visit the famous Coombs Market, Cathedral Grove and 2-nights camping with gear Pacific Rim National Park. Enjoy the evening with a beach After setting up camp at your beachfront campfire and learn how to make s'mores. Ferry cruise through the Strait of Georgia location enjoy all the highlights of Canada’s Tofino Scenic stops enroute to Tofino, hikes favourite surf town Tofino. Explore some of Tofino's pristine beaches such as Long Beach, and beaches a surfer’s paradise. You can participate in optional activities such as surfing, whale watching, bear watching, kayaking, or S’mores and campfires standup paddleboarding. There are also many great hikes. Discounted optional activities Tofino to Vancouver if you book in advance Today you will again have the opportunity to explore Tofino and take part in some of the activities you may have missed out on yesterday. We will depart Tofino in the afternoon, and you will be back in Vancouver in the late evening, at approximately 10:00 pm. VANCOUVER ISLAND Vancouver Did you Know? Nanaimo Tofino Tofino, located on Vancouver Island, is world-renowned for its superb surfing. Long Beach is only one of many beaches PACIFIC in Tofino, a place easily considered OCEAN a surfer's paradise.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Stand up paddle ▶ Hot Springs Cove AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Whale watching ▶ Bear watching TOUR OPTION Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ▶ Kayaking ▶ Surfing GUIDED PRIVATE SELF GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 6:45am WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Ucluelet Coach transportation TOUR Depart Vancouver from Canada Place. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride through the Strait of Georgia. Hike around Little Qualicum Falls, visit Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide The West Coast of Vancouver Island is a true force of nature. the famous Coombs Market and Pacific Rim National Park. Arrive in Wild, rugged and untamed. Ucluelet and take in a leisurely 1.5 km hike on the Ocean Trail where 2-nights oceanfront accommodation you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the rugged coastline, Ferry cruise through the Strait of Georgia This is a great place to see some of the West Coast’s most amazing and working Lighthouse. Check into the Black Rock Oceanfront Resort and enjoy the onsite amenities and nearby trails and beaches. Scenic stops enroute to Tofino, hikes animals such as black bears, eagles and whales. and beaches Tofino Depart for the Town of Tofino. Today you can choose to explore the S’mores and campfires town on your own or book one of the optional activities. We highly recommend booking in advance. You will have a full day to explore Discounted optional activities Tofino. Option to join your guide late afternoon on a leisure walk/ if you book in advance hike to Tonquin Beach. Evening free to relax at the resort. Option to join your guide at Big Beach for a campfire & marshmallow roast, a 10-minute walk from the resort. Ucluelet to Vancouver Today you will again have the opportunity to explore Tofino and take part in some of the activities you may have missed out on yesterday. Visit Cathedral Grove, a protected old growth forest VANCOUVER ISLAND with ancient Douglas Fir trees dating back more than 800 years. Vancouver Return to Vancouver at approximately 10:00 pm Nanaimo Tofino Ucluelet Did you Know? The shores of Tofino witness the annual PACIFIC migration of over 20,000 Grey Whales on OCEAN their 13,000km journey from the waters of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula to the Bering Sea. This is the longest migration of any mammal.
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Stand up paddle ▶ Hot Spring Cove AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Whale watching ▶ Bear watching TOUR OPTION Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ▶ Kayaking ▶ Surfing GUIDED PRIVATE SELF GROUP GUIDED GUIDED
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 8:15am WHAT'S INCLUDED
Vancouver to Whistler Coach transportation • Depart Wall Centre at 8:15 am and Canada Place at 8:30 am • Travel the Sea-to-Sky Highway, tracing a route along the Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide shore of Howe Sound; the route weaves deep into the Coast Mountains and then climbs through old-growth Sightseeing tour of Whistler Village rainforests. • Visit Shannon Falls. Hike to the Whistler Train Wreck site • Arrive in Whistler Village, and your guide will take you on a tour through the village. Discounted optional activities WHISTLER • Free time for optional activities and to explore the village. if you book in advance • Option to join your guide on a walk to Lost Lake. • Option to go on a hike to the Train Wreck site or have more free time. A part of Whistler’s historical and cultural identity, the Train Wreck site is a popular attraction • Return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 pm with SIGHTSEEING drop-offs at Canada Place and the Wall Centre Hotel. This year-round experience is the perfect way to take in fresh Whistler mountain air and experience the best of Whistler. Go for a hike in the wilderness, try a new outdoor adventure, FUN FACTS explore the vibrant village, or just relax. Inukshuks are made of stacked stones that are picked because they fit well together. There is no glue or cement that Squamish holds them together, they stay up because they are balanced on each other. A symbol spirit of hope and friendship. Vancouver
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Peak 2 Peak Gondola ▶ Bungee Jumping AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ ZipTrek Adventure ▶ Bike Rental ▶ Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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Whistler was home to the Alpine Events of the Winter Olympics in 2010. Squamish The village saw thousands of guests and you can still pose for a photograph with the Olympic rings. Vancouver
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 7:15am WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Victoria Coach transportation • Depart Canada Place & drive to the ferry terminal. • Sail through the beautiful Gulf Islands. Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide • Once on Vancouver Island, enjoy a scenic coastal drive VICTORIA Ferry cruise through the Gulf Islands through the beautiful communities of James Bay – see Beacon Hill Park and Mile 0. Sightseeing tour of downtown Victoria • Enjoy a sightseeing tour of downtown Victoria including the Inner Harbour, Government Street, Chinatown, Discounted optional activities SIGHTSEEING the Empress hotel, and Legislative buildings. if you book in advance • Optional activities such as the famous Butchart Gardens, Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, the Royal BC Museum, cycling tours, or whale watching! is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. • Leave Victoria early evening and sail back to the mainland on BC Ferries. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings, • Return to Vancouver at approximately 9:30 pm and Butchart Gardens. A visit to Vancouver is not complete VANCOUVER Vancouver without a trip to Victoria. ISLAND FUN FACTS How many lights are on the Legislative buildings? How many cups of tea are served at the Fairmont Empress? Our friendly guides will be able to Victoria answer all your questions!
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Vancouver to Victoria Coach transportation • Depart Canada Place at 8:00 am and Wall Centre at 8:15 am • Drive to the ferry terminal and the adventure begins today Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide BUTCHART with a 90-minute cruise aboard BC Ferries. Be sure to visit the outside decks as it’s not uncommon to see all kinds of Ferry cruise through Gulf Islands
sea life, including porpoises and whales. Sightseeing tour of downtown Victoria • Arrive on Vancouver Island, with our first stop at the GARDENS & beautiful Butchart Gardens (admission included). Admission to the Butchart Gardens • As you arrive in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you will visit Discounted optional activities the top sightseeing locations including: Mile 0, Ogden if you book in advance Point, Fisherman’s Wharf, Empress Hotel and Historic Chinatown, including the famous Fan Tan Alley and SIGHTSEEING shops. • Leave Victoria early evening and sail back to the Victoria is commonly referred to as "The City of Gardens" and this tour mainland on BC Ferries. • Return to Vancouver approximately by 9:30 pm. VANCOUVER Vancouver includes admission to the world famous Butchart Gardens in addition ISLAND to a tour of the beautiful capital city. FUN FACTS Butchart Gardens is a National Historic Site. The gardens are still owned by the founding Victoria family. There are 6 gardens to explorewith millions of bedding plants in over900 varieties, many dining options, and a carousel! AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES
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Queen Elizabeth FUN FACTS Park Totem poles are monuments created by First Nations people, typically made out of red cedar, a malleable wood abundant in the Pacific Northwest. Most totem poles display beings or animals, marking a family’s AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES lineage or telling a story. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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SAMPLE ITINERARY DEPART: 2:15pm WHAT'S INCLUDED
Vancouver Coach transportation • Depart from Canada Place. • Visit Ambleside Park and enjoy incredible views of Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide VANCOUVER the city, the Lions Gate Bridge and Stanley Park. Admission of your choice to • Visit Cleveland Dam. Grouse Mountain OR • Enjoy 1.5 hours to explore either Grouse Mountain Capilano Suspension Bridge or Capilano Suspension Bridge (admission included). • Visit the lively new Shipyards District and Lonsdale Sightseeing highlights: NORTH SHORE Quay. Ambleside Park The North Shore of Vancouver is made up of two cities, • Option to end the tour here so you can spend more Cleveland Dam Lonsdale Quay North and West Vancouver. Nestled at the mountains’ base and time exploring the Shipyards Distric and the various dining options. shrouded in the forests that blanket the landscape, the North • Return downtown at approximately 7:15 pm with Grouse Mountain Shore is a treat and a not-to-be-missed day tour drop-offs at Canada Place and the Wall Centre. Cleveland Dam
Capilano Suspension Bridge
FUN FACTS Ambleside Park Lonsdale Quay The Capilano Suspension Bridge is the oldest
suspension bridge attraction in Vancouver. Stanley Park It was first built in 1889. It is 140m long and soars 70m above the Capilano River. Millions of people have crossed this Canada Place famous attraction since it opened.
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Vancouver Coach transportation NORTH SHORE • Depart Canada Place at 9:00 am and Wall Centre at 9:30 am • Enjoy the sights of Gastown including its whistling Experienced, fun & friendly tour guide Steam Clock. Drive through Chinatown with its bustling atmosphere of vivid colours and vibrant culture. Admission of your choice to • Drive past Science World and Olympic Village on your Grouse Mountain OR way to Queen Elizabeth Park, where you'll see amazing Capilano Suspension Bridge FAVOURITES landscapes and beautiful views over downtown and the North Shore Mountains. Sightseeing highlights: • Continue to Kitsilano, another trendy neighbourhood in ▶ Stanley Park ▶ Chinatown Join us on the ultimate city tour of Vancouver: a combination of our town, famous for its unique stores, bars, restaurants and ▶ Granville Island ▶ Gastown the beach. ▶ Kitsilano Beach ▶ Lonsdale Quay Vancouver Favourites & our North Shore Tour. • Stop at Granville Island for a brief tour of this little oasis in ▶ Queen Elizabeth Park the middle of our city. Walk through the market halls and snap a picture of the quaint water taxis cruising through False Creek. There will be some free time for lunch here. • Arrive in Stanley Park for a photo stop at the famous Grouse Mountain Totem Poles and views over the marina and Coal Harbour. • Stop at another fantastic viewpoint overlooking the Cleveland Dam Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore. • Rest stop at Canada Place. Capilano Suspension Bridge • Visit Ambleside Park and enjoy incredible views of the city, the Lions Gate Bridge and Stanley Park. Ambleside Park Lonsdale Quay • Visit Cleveland Dam • Enjoy 1.5 hours to explore either Grouse Mountain Stanley Park or Capilano Suspension Bridge (admission included) • Visit the lively new Shipyards District and Lonsdale Quay. Canada Place • Option to end the tour here so you can spend more time exploring the Shipyards District. • Return downtown at approximately 7:15 pm with AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES drop-offs at Canada Place and the Wall Centre. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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WINE COUNTRY
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Vancouver to Osoyoos 4-nights accommodation including EXPLORER Depart Vancouver in the morning and start the road less travelled. 2 nights in Osoyoos We suggest leaving town along Highway 7, leading you through small 2 nights in Kelowna The Okanagan Valley is hard to beat for a road trip. towns, villages and past farmland and beautiful landscapes. On your way to Osoyoos, stop at the Othello Tunnels near Hope, go for a quick 1 breakfast at your hotel in Osoyoos The natural landscape includes mountains, valleys, desert, hike in Manning Park or pick up some delicious fruit at a fruit stand in Keremeos. 4-hour self-guided bike tour including and everything in between. Whether you are simply pick-up/drop-off in Kelowna Osoyoos looking to relax by the lake, sample the abundance of Today is at your leisure. You can spend the day exploring some of the Wine tastings in Osoyoos wine this region produces, or be outside exploring nature many wineries , have a relaxing day by the beach or go for a bike tour. As a treat, we have included a wine tasting at Nk’Mip Winery for you. actively - this is the place to be. If you want to learn more about the indigenous people that call these Detailed travel documents with lands their home, we recommend a visit to the Nk’Mip Desert and recommendations of things to see and do Heritage Centre in Osoyoos. Osoyoos to Kelowna Today you will be heading north to Kelowna, passing through communities like Summerland and Penticton. On your way into town, visit a local winery for a tasting before checking in to your Kelowna hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Another option is to drive as far as Vernon and visit places such as Davison
Orchard. Penticton Kelowna Vancouver You will be picked up from your hotel (morning or afternoon departures available) for an amazing 4-hour self-guided bike ride along the Kettle Valley Railway, a 24 km tour across 18 trestles and through 2 tunnels. But don’t worry – the trail is relatively flat – Osoyoos we tried it! After your bike ride, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Kelowna. What a great day! Kelowna to Vancouver All good things must come to an end. At your leisure, BEST TRAVEL TIME depart Kelowna for your final drive home. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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TOFINO BEACH GETAWAY 3 DAYS
TOFINO BEACH SAMPLE ITINERARY WHAT'S INCLUDED We are offering two options for this tour: 2 nights at the Tofino Resort + ▶ Fly into Tofino with Harbour Air: This experience will be Marina in a Queen Standard Room stunning as you fly across to Tofino with possible sea and GETAWAY wildlife viewings. Roundtrip Flight Harbour Air from Vancouver ▶ Self-drive adventure, exploring at your leisure. Downtown to Tofino (for package with Harbour Air) The West Coast of Vancouver Island is a little slice of paradise. OR Roundtrip BC Ferries sailing from Vancouver This small town prides itself on its wellness, outdoor beauty, Vancouver to Tofino Downtown to Tofino (for package with BC Ferry) At your leisure take the ferry from Vancouver to Vancouver and being crowned as the surf capital of Canada. Island. Depending on the arrangements you wish to have Bear Watching Tour included we can provide you with an open ticket for the ferry OR Surround yourself with amazing nature and culture. or a specific ferry reservation (additional charges apply). If you Whale Watching Tour choose to fly into Tofino you will be greeted by some amazing vistas from the air as you pass over the Gulf Islands, across Detailed travel documents with recommendations Vancouver Island before arriving in Tofino. Once you arrive of things to see and do on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, a multitude of amazing things await you.
Pacific Rim National Park Today is at your leisure to explore the small coastal village of VANCOUVER Tofino. The area has so much to offer. We promise you, you ISLAND will have a great time – whether it’s hanging out by the beach, Vancouver Nanaimo being active on the water or going for a hike. A highlight will Tofino be an exciting bear or whale watching tour – please let us know which one you wish to have included in your Tofino Pacific Rim Getaway. National Park PACIFIC Tofino to Vancouver OCEAN Today your trip ends. Say farewell to Tofino and the Pacific Rim National Park, head back to the ferry terminal and enjoy a scenic cruise aboard BC Ferries back to the mainland or return AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES to Vancouver via Harbour Air. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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VANCOUVER SAMPLE ITINERARY WHAT'S INCLUDED 6-nights accommodation including Vancouver to Victoria At your leisure take the ferry from Vancouver to Vancouver Island. 2 nights in Victoria Depending on the arrangements you wish to have included we 2 nights in Parksville can provide you with an open ticket for the ferry or a specific 2 nights in Tofino ferry reservation (additional charges apply). ISLAND Roundtrip BC Ferries sailing for Victoria 2 adults and 1 standard size vehicle between We have included admission to the famous Butchart Gardens for Vancouver Mainland and Vancouver Island you today. Before or after your visit to the Gardens you can explore the city at your leisure. We recommend visiting Fisherman's Whale Watching Tour in Tofino Wharf, the Inner Harbour and Government Street. Another great (approx. 2.5 hours) EXPLORER option is to explore East Sooke Park. Detailed travel documents with Victoria to Parksville We have created this package for you that will have you recommendations of things to see and do Say goodbye to Victoria. Travel via the Malahat Highway with its gorgeous views over the Southern Gulf Islands as you head visiting some of the most iconic parts of the Island. Discounted optional activities north towards Parksville. Make sure you arrive in Parksville If you book in advance As part of this package, we will organize everything for you, in time to watch the sunset. from hotels and attraction passes to even assisting you in hiring Parksville Today is at your leisure. The world - or the area around Parksville - a car for the journey and booking your ferry spot. is your oyster. This is the perfect opportunity to visit Vancouver Island Parksville to Tofino Go West – Tofino is today’s destination. Once you arrive in Tofino Parksville Vancouver and explore it at your own pace. and the Pacific Rim National Park, simply relax on the beach and watch the surfers or stroll through the quaint fishing village. Tofino Ucluelet Nanaimo Pacific Rim National Park Pacific Rim Today is mostly at your leisure to explore the stunning beaches National Park and secluded coves the Pacific Rim National Park has to offer. The highlight today will be an amazing adventure – a 2.5 hour PACIFIC Victoria Whale Watching Tour. OCEAN Tofino to Vancouver Today, head back to the ferry in Nanaimo and cruise back to AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES the mainland.
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SAMPLE ITINERARY WHAT'S INCLUDED Vancouver to Victoria VICTORIA 1 night of hotel accommodation At your leisure take the ferry from Vancouver to in Victoria Vancouver Island. Depending on the arrangements you wish to have included we can provide you with an Roundtrip BC Ferries sailing for 2 adults open ticket for the ferry or a specific ferry reservation and 1 standard size vehicle between GETAWAY (additional charges apply). Vancouver Mainland and Vancouver Island If you choose to travel with Harbour Air, you will embark on a OR scenic flight from Vancouver to Victoria. Roundtrip Flight Harbour Air Once you arrive on Vancouver Island a multitude of amazing adventures await you and the remainder of the day is at your Detailed travel documents with leisure, to explore Victoria. recommendations of things to see and do Victoria to Vancouver A perfect opportunity to explore Victoria, the capital city of A lovely time in Victoria comes to an end. Head back British Columbia, at your own pace. Revel in the opportunity to to the ferry terminal and cruise back to the mainland or return to Vancouver via Harbour Air. explore this quaint Island city, known for its British charm. VANCOUVER ISLAND Vancouver There are two options for this tour. We will either organize your flights on FUN FACTS Harbour Air to Victoria or you can choose the How many lights are on the Legislative PACIFIC self-drive option and we will organize the ferry for you. buildings? How many cups of tea are OCEAN served at the Fairmont Empress? Our friendly guides will be able to Victoria answer all your questions!
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Butchart Gardens ▶ Royal BC Museum Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec ▶ Whale watching
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discovercanadatours.com +1 (604) 689-8128 Toll Free: 1-855-689-8128 Photo Credit: Harbour Air Seaplanes/Peter Hunsinger Contact us at +1 (604) 689-8128 | Toll Free: 1-855-689-8128 | [email protected] 46 PARKSVILLE GETAWAY 3 DAYS PARKSVILLE GETAWAY A discovery-filled vacation awaits you in Parksville with amazing sandy SAMPLE ITINERARY WHAT'S INCLUDED beaches, postcard views, world-class biking & hiking trails, salt-tinged Vancouver to Parksville 2 nights accommodation at the ocean air, and the small-town charm of this community. At your leisure take the ferry from Vancouver Beach Club Resort in a Studio Suite to Vancouver Island. You can do as much, or as little, as you like, in a relaxed atmosphere Roundtrip BC Ferries sailing for 2 adults and Depending on the arrangements you wish 1 standard size vehicle between Vancouver and at your own pace. to have included we can provide you with Mainland and Vancouver Island an open ticket for the ferry or a specific ferry reservation (additional charges apply). Detailed travel documents with Once you arrive on Vancouver Island, a recommendations of things to see and do multitude of amazing adventures await you. Amenities during your hotel stay Parksville · Activity Equipment (SUP, kayaks, skimboards, Explore the small coastal town of Parksville today. yoga mats, binoculars and more) Whether you hang out by the beach searching · Adult bikes, art supplies and games for sand dollars, being active on the water or going for a drive to explore the area – the world is your oyster! Vancouver Parksville to Vancouver Qualicum Beach Today your trip ends. Say farewell to Parksville, Parksville head back to the ferry terminal and enjoy a scenic Nanaimo cruise aboard BC Ferries back to the mainland. PACIFIC OCEAN
ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Horne Lake Caves AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ WildPlay Adventure Park Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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VANCOUVER Arrival 2 nights hotel accommodation in a At your leisure, arrive in Vancouver and check-in to centrally located 3.5* Hotel your hotel. This evening we highly recommend a Detailed travel documents with stroll along the seawall, dining in one of the amazing recommendations of things to see and do GETAWAY restaurants, and perhaps watching the sunset from English Bay. Admission to FlyOver Canada Explore Vancouver This 2-night escape in Vancouver is the perfect way Spend the day experiencing all that Vancouver has to offer, there is so much to see and do! You can join one Lions Gate Bridge to experience everything the city has to offer. of our guided day tours, rent a bike, or explore by foot. See Metro Vancouver like you never have before. We have included admission to one of the best Stanley Park VANCOUVER attractions in the city - FlyOver Canada and we can HARBOUR Vancouver Seawall assist you in booking other attractions and activities at a discounted price. We are Vancouver experts and can work with you to design a custom itinerary to meet all English Bay of your sightseeing and experience preferences. Canada Place
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ADD-ON TOUR OPTION (ADDITIONAL COST) ▶ Grouse Mountain AVAILABLE TRAVEL DATES ▶ Capilano Suspension Bridge
▶ Whale Watching Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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discovercanadatours.com +1 (604) 689-8128 Toll Free: 1-855-689-8128 Contact us at +1 (604) 689-8128 | Toll Free: 1-855-689-8128 | [email protected] 50 TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR SCHEDULED AND SELF-GUIDED TRAVEL
SCHEDULED TOURS PAYMENTS, FEES AND CANCELLATIONS PAYMENT & FEES For a limited time, we are offering the $1 deposit for all tours in summer 2021, waiving our normal 10% deposit. Full payment is due 60 days in advance of departure. Bookings made within 60 days of departure will require a credit card on file and full payment will be applied at time of booking. Payment must be made in Canadian funds. CANCELLATIONS Cancellation by Participants Travel with Confidence is our way of highlighting the safety processes that we are taking to Should you need to cancel your trip, you must notify us in writing by letter, or e-mail. Notification of cancellation is based on the working week in Canada. Weekend days or statutory holidays cannot be calculated in day’s prior policies for cancellation fee avoidance. An acknowledgement of cancellation notice will be sent; should you not keep all of our guests safe for the tour duration. Our guests' safety is our top priority, and we receive this advice then cancellation has not been received by Discover Canada Tours and must be resent. We recommend the independent purchase of travel insurance. take all measures to ensure that we uphold the highest safety standards. Scheduled Coach Tours – Day Trips 2021 • More than 7 days in advance, 100% credit to rebook another future tour or receive a full refund less 10% which can be used as credit for future travel. We have a comprehensive set of safety protocols that take place on every one of our tours. • 7 days – 72 hours in advance, 100% credit to rebook another future tour. • Within 72 hours prior to departure, your tour is 100% non-refundable, non-transferable. Scheduled Coach Tours – Overnight trips 2021 Tour Sizes • Up to 30-days prior to your scheduled tour departure you can receive 100% credit to rebook to another future tour, or receive a full refund less 10% which can be used as credit for future travel. We are working with the provincial and federal governments to assess the number of passengers we will carry per tour. Be assured that we will • Between 30-15 days prior to your scheduled tour departure: 100% credit to rebook to another future tour, non-refundable. follow every regulation laid out to ensure that you are being kept safe during the tour. • Within 14-days prior to your tour departure, your tour is non-refundable, non-transferable. Pre-Departure Health Checks Cancellation by Operator We will be taking several precautions before guests are allowed to board the bus. These include temperature checks and pre-screening questions. A departure date for a scheduled coach tour offered and operated by Discover Canada Tours will become a guaranteed departure when the minimum number of customers secured by a valid deposit has been reached on that departure. Discover Canada Tours guarantees that all scheduled Tour departures booked and secured We will be doing a contactless check-in process. Details of the exact check-in process will be given to you on the day of your departure. with a valid deposit will depart as indicated on the applicable confirmation, subject to reasonable itinerary changes as described in these Terms or good faith health and safety concerns. This guarantee is not applicable in the case of unforeseeable circumstances that prevent us from running the tour. Up to date Tour and itinerary On-Tour Precautions information is available on the Tour Operator’s website or by contacting the Tour Operator. Brochures and other printed materials displaying Tour information and All guests will be required to wear cloth or non-surgical face masks for the duration of the tour while on the bus or when it is impossible to departure dates are subject to change may not be relied upon for purposes of this guarantee. If a Tour, offered and operated by Discover Canada Tours, is cancelled by maintain the 2-metre distance. Every morning we will perform another health check to ensure there are no COVID symptoms and we will be Discover Canada Tours before the date of departure for reasons other than Force Majeure and the cancellation is not caused by your fault or negligence, you will have the choice of accepting from the Tour Operator: sanitizing the coaches by wiping down all contact surfaces for safety and security. We urge all guests to use sanitizer, and it is required prior to ▶ A substitute Tour of equivalent or superior value; or boarding the bus. ▶ Substitute Tour of lesser value if no Tour of equivalent or superior value is reasonably available and to Respecting and Supporting Host Communities recover from the Tour Operator the difference in price between the price of the Tour originally purchased and the substitute Tour; or The safety of the residents in the communities we visit is paramount and we expect all of our guests to adhere to the policies put in place in each ▶ A full refund of all monies paid for the cancelled Tour. community we visit. It is also important to support local businesses in these communities and work with local suppliers. In the event of a cancellation (by the supplier) of a travel service not operated but offered by Discover Canada Tours and where Discover Canada Tours acts solely as Rooming Precautions an agent for the suppliers, all effort is made to provide you with a suitable alternative of the travel service. Discover Canada Tours is not responsible for any incidental You will now be able to choose between up to 5 room types, based on the number of people you are travelling with. All rooms require guests from expenses or consequential losses that you incur as a result of the cancelled travel service including visas, vaccinations, non-refundable flights or rail, non refundable car the same household/social bubble. If you are a solo traveller, you have the option to book a single room or share with one other solo traveller of parking or other fees, loss of earnings, or loss of enjoyment. Where a significant element of a Tour as described cannot be provided after departure, Discover Canada Tours will make suitable alternative arrangements where possible. the same gender. You will be paired with this traveller for the duration of the tour. Our Staff Employees receive daily health checks as well as perform regular self-assessments to ensure they are healthy and symptom-free. SELF-GUIDED TRAVEL PAYMENTS, FEES AND CANCELLATIONS PAYMENT & FEES Activities and Inclusions Payment must be made in Canadian funds. Discover Canada Tours accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Verbal and/or written authorization of the use of All of our suppliers have their safety protocols in place, and we can, at the time of booking, direct you to their documentation for peace of mind. your card indicates your compliance with our booking terms and conditions. Credit card payments will be processed in the currency in which the booking was made. Due to the unprecedented times, certain activities or inclusions may be cancelled. We will attempt to substitute any cancelled experiences, but We also accept direct wire transfer for bookings outside of 45 days of departure. A copy of the wire transfer must be emailed on the date of issue indicating the total it will be based on supplier and provincial recommendations. amount, reservation number(s) and client names. All bank fees related to transactions are the responsibility of the remitter.
Full payment is due 60 days in advance of departure. Bookings made within 60 days of departure will require a credit card on file and full payment will be applied at time of booking. Other supplier payment policies may apply and will be advised at time of booking. WHY TRAVEL WITH US All Northern Lights Viewing Packages (Yukon, Northwest Territories) require full payment at time of booking
Experienced & Personalized Travel CHANGES 1 change is permitted at no additional cost, except any supplier fees occurred due to the change (i.e. due to seasonal rate changes, name change) if applicable. We are experts in providing the best experiences in Western Canada through continuously developing innovative year-round tours. With an Additional changes at CAD$100 per booking (waived in the event that the overall package value increases). Additional supplier penalties may result as well. unparalleled focus on adventurers of all ages, we commit to provide our guests with unforgettable, authentic travel and sightseeing experiences for the best value. Our adventurers are always our top priority. We make bucket-list travel dreams come true. CANCELLATIONS . Cancellation by Participants Insurance & Liability Should you need to cancel your trip, you must notify us in writing by letter, or e-mail. Notification of cancellation is based on the working week in Canada. Weekend days Discover Canada Tours is a fully insured tour operator with 10 Million Liability Insurance/OCC in addition to 2 Million Canadian Sports Liability or statutory holidays cannot be calculated in day’s prior policies for cancellation fee avoidance. An acknowledgement of cancellation notice will be sent; should you not coverage, one of the most comprehensive liability packages available. receive this advice then cancellation has not been received by Discover Canada Tours and must be resent. We recommend the independent purchase of travel insurance. Accreditation Self Drive Tours: For Travel Services cancelled: • 8 or more days prior to departure: fully-refundable less a processing fee (CAD$50 for single destination packages and CAD$100 for multi-destination Our organization has been recognized as industry experts. We are a member of Tourism Vancouver, in good standing with the Business Practices packages) per bookings & Consumer Protection Authority (BPCPA) of BC. We have also been the recipients of many industry awards; 2019 Certificate of Excellence Trip • 7 or fewer days prior to departure: non-refundable Advisor, 2019 Tour of the Year Worldwide Winner Tourradar Travellers’ Choice, 2018 “Certificate of Excellence” Tourism Vancouver, 2019 “Circle of Inside Passage Self Drive Tour: For Travel Services cancelled: Excellence” Air Canada, 2019 “Peak Performance”. • Up to 46 days prior to departure: fully refundable less a $100 fee per booking and any supplier cancellation fees (if applicable) which will be specified in the quote. Resources • 45 – 8 days prior to departure: 25% non-refundable We offer the following services to ensure that we support you at every stage of the tour including pre and post trip logistics; pre-tour information • 7 or less days prior to departure: 100% non-refundable sessions, guardian & trip leader resources, waiver forms, code of conduct, and an easy online booking system. Please note that individual policies may apply and will be outlined at the time of inquiry when we send out the quote. Individual Travel Packages including Remote Lodges, Wildlife Packages & Unique Adventure Packages Safety & Protection Individual cancellation policies will show on the Travel Services proposal and booking confirmation. We have been awarded the Safe Travels badge by WTTC for our outstanding safety protocols we have in place on all tours. Northern Lights Viewing Packages (Yukon, Northwest Territories): 100% non-refundable, non-transferable at time of booking. Comprehensive Travel Insurance Before travelling, ensure that you are protected against the unexpected. We offer various packages under Manulife travel insurance to safeguard against medical insurance and emergencies, trip cancellation and interruption, baggage loss, delay, and damage; as well as flight connections and delays.
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