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Western Panoramas

Tours and Cruises7 Giorni

Calgary, Canada

Calgary›Banff›Kamloops›Victoria›Vancouver

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Un tour guidato nel Canada occidentale che vi porta in un emozionante viaggio da Calgary a Vancouver, con i parchi nazionali Banff, Yoho e Jasper sulle Montagne Rocciose con esperienze uniche come la gita in snowcoach sul ghiacciaio Athabasca, fino alla tradizionale Victoria e la cosmopolita Vancouver. Un'avventura che offre paesaggi mozzafiato e luoghi indimenticabili.,

Characteristics

Group tour with a local guide / escort. Bilingual Italian/Spanish, guaranteed departures. Less than 30 days before departure availability on request. Breakfast and some of the meals included

minimum age: 5 years,

Itinerary

Giorno 1 — Calgary

Welcome upon arrival and transfer to the hotel, set between the foot of the Rockies and the great Canadian prairies, Calgary has developed from an oil-boom, former frontier town to a rich, wealthy city. It owes its celebrity to the Calgary Stampede, a huge cowboy festival that is held annually in July. Calgary hosted the XV Winter Olympic Games in 1988., available evening, dinner free. Accommodation,

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Giorno 2 — Calgary → Banff

American breakfast, in the morning, an orientation visit of the city, Key points of the visit are Olympic Plaza, built for the 1988 Winter Olympics, Stampede Grounds, where the Stampede takes place every year in July, one of the most important rodeo festivals in North America, and Calgary Tower., You cross the land of cowboys, going from the plains to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, which soon dominate the horizon., stop at, Lake Louise, at 1731 m, is probably the most photographed lake in Canada, nestled in a glacial valley and surrounded by the peaks of the continental divide and the imposing Victoria Glacier. The area is also a major ski resort, a famous stop on the World Cup circuit., late afternoon arrival to Banff, orientation tour of the city and its surroundings, Banff, surrounded by mountains, forests, waterfalls, and hot springs, is not just a simple resort town, it is the ultimate Canadian resort town, both in summer and winter., available evening, dinner free. Accommodation. For departures from 24 Maggio al 28 Giugno , accommodation will be at Banff Inn,

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Giorno 3 — Banff

American breakfast, departure to Jasper National Park, The journey from Banff / Lake Louise to Jasper is one of the highlights and most spectacular parts of the trip; you travel along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic roads in North America, amidst majestic mountains, vast forests, and enormous glaciers, in a wild region., A Columbia Icefield snowcat excursion on the spectacular Athabasca Glacier., free lunch, continuation to, Jasper is a peaceful town that maintains a frontier atmosphere, the only human settlement in Jasper National Park, which is the wildest of the Canadian parks and is larger than Banff, Yoho, and Kootenay parks combined., Stop at the picturesque Bow and Peyto lakes, 1920 m, at the foot of the Crowfoot Glacier., return to Banff, available evening, dinner free. Accommodation. For departures from 24 Maggio al 28 Giugno , accommodation will be at Banff Inn,

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Giorno 4 — Banff → Kamloops

American breakfast, departure to, You follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Alberta to British Columbia, passing through four national parks and the Rogers Pass between the peaks of the Selkirk Mountains., You follow the Trans-Canada Highway from Alberta to British Columbia, passing through four national parks and the Rogers Pass between the peaks of the Selkirk Mountains., I will arrive in the late afternoon., Kamloops, known as the "Tournament Capital of Canada," is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Situated at the confluence of two rivers, the city boasts stunning natural surroundings. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, or golfing on one of the many courses. Highlights include Riverside Park and the Kamloops Wildlife Park, where you can get up close with local wildlife. In winter, the area transforms into a paradise for skiers and snowboarders. With its cultural events, cozy cafés, and a historic downtown, Kamloops offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation., dinner. Accommodation Ker & Downey: Camp Okuti. For departure date 24 Maggio , accommodation will be at Doubletree by Hilton Kamloops.,

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Giorno 5 — Kamloops → Victoria

American breakfast, You continue through British Columbia until Tsawwassen, on the Pacific coast; boarding the ferry to Vancouver Island and a 90-minute crossing of the Strait of Georgia; disembarking at Swartz Bay and continuing to Victoria. The crossing is picturesque, with dozens of sailboats and a great variety of birds and marine animals., Visit the famous Butchart Gardens, located about 20 km from Victoria, a spectacular botanical garden with trees and flowers from all over the world., Upon arrival, there will be a panoramic visit of the Victoria stop place., Ancient outpost of the British Empire, the capital of British Columbia combines English identity with the rugged spirit of the settlers; protected by the Olympic Mountains, it has a mild climate that has transformed it into a garden., Highlights include the Parliament Buildings, Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, and the impressive Empress Hotel, which still exudes the royal atmosphere of the British Empire. The historic downtown area is compact and very pleasant in the summer: attractions, restaurants, and shops are just a short walk from the Inner Harbour., available evening, dinner free. Accommodation ***OBXComfort,

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Giorno 6 — Victoria → Vancouver

American breakfast, free lunch, Boarding the ferry from Vancouver Island in the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver: the crossing is atmospheric, among dozens of sailboats and a wide variety of birds and sea animals, Arrive at ., Vancouver is a bustling metropolis located on Canada's west coast, in the province of British Columbia, notable for its spectacular geographical location, surrounded by towering mountains and the Pacific Ocean. This unique combination offers panoramic views and a wide range of outdoor activities. One of the jewels of the city is Stanley Park, a vast urban park offering forests, trails, beaches and breathtaking views of the city and ocean. It is a great place for walking, jogging, cycling and simply enjoying nature. Vancouver is one of Canada's most culturally diverse cities, with a cosmopolitan population reflecting a variety of traditions, languages and cuisines. Neighbourhoods such as Chinatown and Little Italy are testimony to this rich diversity. The city is also an important economic and financial centre and a focal point for innovation and technology. It is home to numerous technology companies and offers opportunities in sectors such as film and television production. The city is often ranked as one of the cities with the best quality of life in the world. This is due to its clean environment, rich cultural offerings, accessible outdoor activities and its lively, welcoming atmosphere. Sports enthusiasts will find many options in Vancouver, from skiing in the surrounding mountains in winter to water activities in the ocean in summer. The city is also home to professional sports teams such as the Canucks (ice hockey) and the Whitecaps (football). In summary, Vancouver is a city that combines urban modernity with natural beauty, offering a wide range of experiences and activities for residents and visitors alike., dinner free, available evening. Accommodation Vagabond Inn Bishop. For departures from 24 Maggio al 28 Giugno, accommodation will be at Delta Hotel Burnaby,

Giorno 7 — Vancouver

American breakfast, in the morning, an orientation visit of the city, free lunch, afternoon available, available evening, dinner free. Accommodation. For departures from 24 Maggio al 28 Giugno , accommodation will be at Delta Hotel Burnaby,

Giorno 8 — Vancouver

American breakfast, check-out in the morning, end of the tour,

Notes

LUGGAGE: A medium-sized luggage (max 23 kg) per person is allowed. Due to space constraints, we cannot guarantee extra luggage on the bus.
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed.
DISABLED: passengers with various types of disabilities can participate as long as they are self-sufficient. In fact, the means of transportation are not equipped with ramps to facilitate boarding and disembarking, and for insurance and safety reasons, neither the driver nor the conductor are authorized to assist passengers. Therefore, the presence of a travel companion who can provide all the necessary assistance is mandatory. Any wheelchairs must be of standard size, foldable, and must fit in the luggage compartment (general information subject to the rules and acceptance of the local service provider). Reservations are always upon request.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
MINIMUM AGE: 5 years old completed
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. It is recommended: for the tour guide $5-$6 per day per person, for the driver $4-$5 per day per person.
MEALS: not included unless specified.
SEATS ON THE BUS: daily seat rotation.
REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.
TRANSFERS: not included unless specified; if included, a supplement applies for private transfer in case of late evening/night/early morning arrival/departure (generally from 8 pm to 7 am); the supplement always applies if the passenger is traveling alone. The request for booking transfers not included must be received at least 10 days before departure.

Starts from

7 days / 6 nights - from Calgary to Vancouver

Meals

Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner, BL packed lunch,

Price includes

Bilingual (English-speaking) local courier / guide, Transfers by coach, minibus or minivan with air conditioning, depending on the number of participants., accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners, transfer from airport/hotel upon arrival at Calgary with assistance,

Price does not include

Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage, medical-luggage-cancellation insurance, unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general, tip, airport transfer on the last day, flights and airport taxes, janitorial work, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",

Optional visits

Your guide will propose optional excursions to be paid locally (with no obligation to purchase) in cash or by credit card. We provide here an indicative list, and the prices will be communicated on-site. There is no guarantee that all the options listed here will be available: it will depend on the available time, reaching the minimum number of participants required, and various considerations..

Important notes

After passport control and customs procedures, collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals exit following the signs (Exit signs). A local representative will be waiting for you with a sign displaying the supplier's logo - "RECEPTOUR CANADA" for the hotel transfer. If you are unable to locate the representative, contact "RECEPTOUR CANADA" at the toll-free number 1 800 - 987 4459 (only from Canada) or 001 514 987 0022 for instructions and proceed to the information desk, where it is more likely that you will be recognized by the representative. In case of delays and/or flight changes and baggage loss, always contact the above-mentioned numbers to report the incident.,

Cancellation policies

From 30 to 15 days before the start of the tour 25% penalty, from 14 to 8 days before the start of the tour 50% penalty, from 7 days to the day of departure or no show or cancellation after the tour has started 100% penalty.,

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Characteristics

Group tour with a local guide / escort. Bilingual Italian/Spanish, guaranteed departures. Less than 30 days before departure availability on request. Breakfast and some of the meals included

minimum age: 5 years,

Itinerary

Giorno 1 — Calgary

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Giorno 2 — Calgary → Banff

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Giorno 3 — Banff

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Giorno 4 — Banff → Kamloops

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Giorno 5 — Kamloops → Victoria

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Giorno 6 — Victoria → Vancouver

Giorno 7 — Vancouver

Giorno 8 — Vancouver

American breakfast, check-out in the morning, end of the tour,

Notes

LUGGAGE: A medium-sized luggage (max 23 kg) per person is allowed. Due to space constraints, we cannot guarantee extra luggage on the bus.
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed.
DISABLED: passengers with various types of disabilities can participate as long as they are self-sufficient. In fact, the means of transportation are not equipped with ramps to facilitate boarding and disembarking, and for insurance and safety reasons, neither the driver nor the conductor are authorized to assist passengers. Therefore, the presence of a travel companion who can provide all the necessary assistance is mandatory. Any wheelchairs must be of standard size, foldable, and must fit in the luggage compartment (general information subject to the rules and acceptance of the local service provider). Reservations are always upon request.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
MINIMUM AGE: 5 years old completed
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. It is recommended: for the tour guide $5-$6 per day per person, for the driver $4-$5 per day per person.
MEALS: not included unless specified.
SEATS ON THE BUS: daily seat rotation.
REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.
TRANSFERS: not included unless specified; if included, a supplement applies for private transfer in case of late evening/night/early morning arrival/departure (generally from 8 pm to 7 am); the supplement always applies if the passenger is traveling alone. The request for booking transfers not included must be received at least 10 days before departure.