7-Day Vancouver to Kelowna, Salmon Arm, Banff National Park, Bow Falls, Columbia Icefield, Jasper and Maligne Lake Tour
Tour Code: GOL-VAN-230
Duration: 7 Day(s) / 6 Night(s)
Tour Guide: Chinese, English
Quality: Budget
6%
Departure City
Destination
Return City
Overview
Experience: UNESCO, Family
Extra (Excluded): Wifi, Meal etc...
Tour Guide:Chinese, English
Tue & Sat
Experience the famous Canadian train line - Rocky Mountaineer.
Take a look at four famous lakes in one stop: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Bow Lake and Okanagan Lake.
Ride on the Banff Gondola to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Banff town and the magnificent Rocky Mountains.
Stay in Banff and Jasper to get closer to nature and experience the beauty of national parks.
Ride the giant snowmobile to explore the world-famous ice field ruins Columbia Icefield!
Enjoy lunch at the famous Chateau Lake Louise Hotel (at your own expense).
Take a comfortable bus to travel, and more senior guides will escort your travel.
[SilverLeaf]
single-level dome coaches, rebuilt from RedLeaf coaches;
Enjoy breakfast and lunch (optional main course);
Delicious snacks (non alcoholic beverages);
Considerate service, comfortable seats and accommodation arrangements.
Upgrade at your own expense [GoldLeaf]
"GoldLeaf" Colorado Railcar bi-level Ultra Dome coaches, with wrap-over view windows on the top level.
"GoldLeaf" Stadler bi-level glass domed coaches, with restaurant and kitchen in the lower level.
- An additional fee of USD$68.00 / CAD$80.00 per person will be surcharged during peak season 08/01/2024-09/30/2024.
If the order includes children, please be sure to inform the age of the children in advance when booking the itinerary, otherwise they will be charged on-site as adults.
Itinerary
1. Complimentary airport pick-up services will be provided at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) at: 10:00, 12:30, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00. We please ask that you patiently wait for other passengers to arrive at the airport before transferring to the hotel. The wait time may vary and depends on the bus schedule.
2. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) paid pick-up and drop-off services: For flights arriving between 07:00-23:00, the first two passengers will be charged $90 (USD$75), and each additional guest after that will be charged $20 (USD$18). Please be aware that there is a maximum of four people per order.
3. For all guests who collect luggage and meet with the guide before 12:15, you may pay $1 to participate in the 3-hour Vancouver tour. Please patiently wait in the airport lobby and we will depart from the airport at 12:30.
Vancouver tour itinerary: Gastown → 2010 Winter Olympics Torch Plaza → Canada Place, via Chinatown.
Special Notes:
1) If the guests who want to participate in the Vancouver tour does not choose this activity when they reserve our product, they are allowed to get on the bus when there are free seats and they will be charged US$25 per person.
4. The check-in time for the hotel is 15:00, customers arriving in advance can drop off their luggage at the front desk and arrange their own itinerary.
5. If pick-up service is included in the guest's itinerary, please be sure to provide accurate flight information and arrival times at the designated pick-up location. If there is any inaccurate information provided or an airport pick-up mistake, the travel agency reserves the right to provide second transfer services or charge additional airport pick-up fees.
| Vancouver Arrival | Domestic flight arrival | At Claim Belt #3 |
| International flight arrival | Arriving Hall Information Center | |
| Cruise Terminal |
Pan Pacific Hotel Entrance, free pick-up time is provided at 11:30. Guests who choose this pick-up point have to pay additional $1.00 per person to participate in 3-hour Vancouver tour. |
Seattle paid pick-up information:
1. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, the shuttle service from Seattle downtown to Vancouver team hotel is provided. The price is $55/person for a single trip. The place and time of collection and boarding is: 13:30 Seattle Space Needle Square 400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109
2. Except Tuesday, Quick Shuttle between Seattle Airport and Vancouver hotel: You may book a Quick Shuttle from the Seattle Airport (SEA), Seattle downtown (Seattle-Washington State Convention Center), Seattle-Pier 66/91 to the Vancouver hotel (Richmond- River Rock Casino), and we will arrange the vehicle to pick up guests from Richmond- River Rock Casino to our group’s hotel.
Quick Shuttle price: one-way USD$75/person.
The ride time is approximately 4-5 hours. The actual ticket information should come before the specific information is placed in the order. You can check out more information about taking the Quick Shuttle.
*Please be advised, this fare is 100% non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-transferable.
2. Seattle-Vancouver round-trip chartered service: 7-person Van, with a maximum of 6 people; one-way USD$700/van.
Special Notes: Free pick-up time is provided at 11:30. Guests who choose this pick-up point have to pay additional $1.00 per person to participate in 3-hour Vancouver tour.
Today we will depart from Vancouver in the morning and pass through the scenic Fraser Valley until arriving at the beautiful town of Marritt, which is the location of the famous movie Jurassic Park. After lunch, we will head to Kelowna, the hometown of fruits in BC Province, to visit the local famous "VQA" winery to taste red and white grape wines and buy world-famous Canadian ice wine. We will also pass by the Okanagan Lake (Okanagan Lake) and the color-changing lake known as the "Water Monster Lake." Following, we will drive to Vernon to take a visit the local bee farm and taste different flavors of natural honey or buy a premium royal jelly jar. We will also be staying overnight in Salmon Bay/Grizzly.
Itinerary:
Vancouver → Merritt → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Vernon Planet Bee Honey Farm (30 mins) → Salmon Arm / Revelstoke
Hotel: Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm Or Sandman Hotel Revelstoke Or similar.
Attractions
Kelowna is a city on Okanagan Lake and is located in the Southern part of the province of British Columbia. Kelowna is the largest area in the province and is the 22nd largest in Canada.
The Southern Interior Region of British Columbia has a famous city known as Vernon. It is a small city with merely 40,000 people (in 2013). The humid continental climate make it ideal tour destination in winter.
In the morning, we will visit the famous "Last Nail" in the Pacific Railway Memorial Park, which is a mark to commemorate the completion of the Pacific Railway and also witness the great contribution made by Chinese workers to the railway more than a hundred years ago. Then, we will drive through Glacier National Park and Yoho National Park, and we will finally enter into Banff National Park. After lunch, we will proceed to the beautiful Lake Louise. Then, we will go to one of the most photographic lakes Moraine Lake (depending on the road conditions). Following, we will head to take a quick tour at the Bow River Falls. We will also take the Banff Gondola to enjoy the wonderful scenic views of the Rocky Mountains. Stay overnight in Baff.
Itinerary:
Salmon Arm / Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass-by) → Yoho National Park (Pass-by) → Banff National Park → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Banff Gondola (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Banff
Special Note:
1. 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.
Hotel: Irwin's Mountain Inn Or Red Carpet Inn Or similar.
Attractions
Banff Gondola is a vantage point atop Sulphur Mountain to get the magnificent view of six mountain ranges. The Gondola is open year-round and offers bird-eye view and summit walks.
Banff National Park is world premium destination having mountains, valleys, glaciers, meadows, forests and rivers. Camping, hiking, evening programs and explorers programs for kids are the major highlights.
You can experience the spectacular beauty of Canadian Rock Mountains, glacial lakes, wildlife, hot springs and the best authentic art and cultural blend in the small town of Banff.
Twisting its way through tall mountains, Bow falls makes a picturesque view. Walk along the trail to get to the top of the rushing waterfall.
It is actually a hamlet located in the national park of Banff in the Rockies which are popular for the glacier fed lake, turquoise and high peaks.
Refers to a lake located in the Banff National Park, the lake is primarily located in Ten Peaks valley. Statistically the lake has an elevation of 6183 feet approximately, with an area of 50 ha.
Rise and shine! Today we will head to Johnston Canyon in the morning. This canyon is a truly breathtaking natural attraction in Banff National Park. The magnificent waterfalls of Johnston Creek will leave you with an unforgettable impression. Then, we will drive along the Route 93, which was selected as "the most beautiful landscape road in the world." Along the way, we will pass the Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake, and finally arrive at the famous Peyto Lake. Following, we will take a visit to the Columbia Icefield. You can take a giant snowmobile to the Athabasca Glacier and get in touch with the ancient ice. You may also walk on the 280-meter-high glass bridge! Finally, we will head to the 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 is mandatory) → Adabaska Falls (30 mins) → Jasper
Hotel: Tonquin Inn Or Maligne Lodge Or similar.
Attractions
Columbia Icefield, AB Cain the Rocky Mountains of North America, the largest icefield is known as Columbia Icefield. It has the elevation of 3000 meters and located in Alberta.
The Johnston Canyon is an absolute marvel of scenic beauty and is a tourist attraction. It is located in the well-known Banff National park. The source elevation of the area is 2500m
The beautiful Banff National Park in Canadian Rockies has a glacier-fed lake known as Peyto Lake. The parkway ice fields are simply accessible from this location.
In the morning, we will leave the small town of Jasper and arrive at the famous scenic spot in the National Park, 40 kilometers south of Jasper at the Maligne Lake. It is the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains. Here, is the world's most famous Spirit Island, with beautiful lakes and mountains, and is truly like a fairyland on earth. Afterwards, we will return to Jasper Town at noon, to enjoy the beautiful day in Jasper Town freely and stay overnight in Jasper.
Itinerary:
Jasper → Maligne Lake Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Jasper
Special Note：
1. Maligne Lake Lake is short of resources. It is recommended that you pay in advance to ensure the cruise resources.
Hotel: Tonquin Inn Or Maligne Lodge Or similar.
Attractions
The Jasper National Park is the largest national park in Canada, it is spread on an area of 10,878 km2. The park is a really beautiful place and has all things like springs, lakes and waterfalls.
Jasper Town is the center of the Jasper National Park and is a specialized municipality in Western Alberta. Jasper Town was officially recognized and established on 20th July 2001.
In the morning, you will be transferred to the Jasper Station and board the Rocky Mountaineer. Today, you will travel from Jasper in the Canadian Rocky Mountains to Kamloops, which is located in the inland center of British Columbia. When you travel west and south, you will be surrounded by the magnificent scenery of the continental divide and the valleys of the Manasi and Caribou mountains. After arriving in Kamloops, you can explore the town or relax in the hotel. We will be staying overnight in Kamloops.
Itinerary:
Jasper → "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour → Kamloops
Hotel: Kamloops Regular Hotel (Your hotel will be allocated by the train company after booking, usually a three-star hotel, and the train company will arrange the hotel pick-up and drop-off service.)
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch served on the train
Special Note:
1. The departure time is based on the departure time on the train ticket. There is no tour guide on the train, and guests need to communicate in English by themselves.
Attractions
It is a popular city which is located in British Columbia region. The city is located right at the place where both the south and north of Thompson Rivers meet each other. Hiking trails and resorts are the main attraction of the city.
The Rocky Mountains famous for its name Rockies is a popular tourist destination for recreational activities including hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, and mountaineering, mountain biking, skiing, and snowboarding.
Board the train around 07:35 am PT. Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see the dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through the winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Today’s highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. After a full day of the train, you will arrive in Vancouver between 18:00 pm and 19:30 pm PT.
Itinerary:
Kamloops → "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour → Vancouver
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch served on the train
Special Note:
1. Due to the frequent delay of the train, it is highly recommended to book the next day's flight to leave. There is no tour guide on the train, and guests need to communicate in English by themselves.
Attractions
It is a popular city which is located in British Columbia region. The city is located right at the place where both the south and north of Thompson Rivers meet each other. Hiking trails and resorts are the main attraction of the city.
The seaport coastal city located on British Columbia’s Mainland is known as Vancouver. It secured fourth place as the most populous city in Canada. Making it world’s greenest city is the government’s future plan that would implement by 2020.
The order of itinerary may change without any notice depending on weather situations or for some other unforeseen circumstances.
The order of activities held during the tour is planned by the tour guide. So, it may be different from what is mentioned on the tour page. On fewer occasions, Tour Guide has to skip an attraction or few during the tour depending on weather, traffic, group interest or some other reason.
Some attractions are seasonal. So, when they are closed they will be replaced with some other attraction.
You can skip some optional activities during the tour and plan something on your own. Make sure that you coordinate with Tour guide and stay with the group with next activity. Please note you cannot stay on the bus if you skip some optional activity.
Probable hotel names are mentioned in the itinerary. It can be similar or a different hotel of the similar rating. Exact Hotel details can only be provided one day before the departure.
Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel.
These tours are conducted in a group. A group can have people of several cultures. We expect each person to coordinate with Tour guide to make sure things are on track.
Though attractions are optional but you have to at least take 2 attractions.
Pricing
What's Included
Passengers will be picked up and dropped off at their chosen locations. (Please take notice of locations and times of pick up)
All tours are carried out in air conditioned bus. We may also use a minivan depending on the number of people booking the tour.
Tour package price includes all the taxes.
What's Excluded
Mandatory Fee: Include: Snowcoach, Glacier Adventure and National Pass for $178 for Adult and Senior and $100 for Child per person.
Travelers can get front seats in the first 3 rows by paying $100 per person.
Rates may alter without prior notification.
Airport pickup service charges $10/person.
Fee for all Optional Activities and entrance paid in cash to the tour guide. He will arrange tickets for the whole group. Some attractions might be closed on public holidays. Seasonal attractions will be closed after a certain time and itinerary will be changed based on it. Optional activities price may change or can be different as displayed on the website.
Guide will arrange meals and drinks when requested as they are not included in the package.
Daily Service charges for driver and the guide is $12 minimum per person.
Such expenses as telephone services, alcoholic drinks, beverages, and laundry services which are private room services.
Services related to travel insurance.
Other personal expenses.
Important: We never encourage customers to purchase admission packages from outside sources and try using them in this tour with a discount. If they do, they must arrange transport on the same day. If you skip some attraction, you cannot do it on your own. You can sit near the bus or visit some nearby place, but you will not be allowed to sit in the bus.
Attraction Prices
| Attractions | Adult | Child(2-11 yrs) | Senior(65+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch at Chateau Lake, BC | $70.00 | $42.00 | $70.00 |
| Maligne Lake Cruise, AB | $69.00 | $45.00 | $69.00 |
| Price Difference of Upgrade to GoldLeaf, BC | $695.00 | $695.00 | $695.00 |
| RJR 4-Day Meals, BC | $96.00 | $82.00 | $96.00 |
All the prices are listed in USD.
Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.
Tour display price is based on double occupancy. It is the price each person will pay if a group of two is traveling.
Prices may change without any notice.
Prices include hotel accommodation, transportation and taxes.
Admission Tickets to different places and meals are NOT included in the tour price.
Mandatory Tip for tour guide and driver are NOT included.
Only the tour guide can purchase entrance tickets for you. Pre-purchased tickets are NOT acceptable.
There must be at least one passenger of 18 years for every booking made with GoldenBusTours. For Children between the age group of 2 to 14 years, a different price will be charged. Please refer to Child price on our pricing calendar. Child Age may vary between different bus operators. Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel. If the 5th person is infant you will be charged normally then with the second room as an expense.
Activities are optional though, but each customer has to participate in 2 activities at least. No city pass allowed. Some attractions are mandatory. Each customer has to take part in them and have to pay for them in cash.
Departure Location
Departure Location
- Complimentary Pickup from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) 10:00, 12:30, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 and 9:00. Passengers will wait for others to transfer to the hotel according to the bus schedule.
- Paid pick-up and drop-off service is available between 07:00 am to 11:00 pm in $75 from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) for 1 or 2 persons and $18 per additional person will be charged.
- Free Cruise Pickup, Cruise Terminal, Pan Pacific Hotel Entrance at 11:30 AM.
- Seattle paid airport pick-up
(+$110/person will be charged for selecting this location)
Return Location
Important Notes
Arrive at departure location 10 to 15 minutes before the mentioned time to make sure you catch the bus on time. If in case you are late, the bus will not wait for you at the location and ultimately you will miss the entire tour (no refund in this case).
Return time on the website is just an estimation. Expect some variation always. Time may change depending on traffic and weather situations
There is a possibility that tour operator may use a shuttle to drop you off at the return location. It usually happens in the case of multiple return locations.
You can leave the tour at any place only after signing a Tour Departure Form for leaving the tour early.
Please note that price will stay the same even if you leave the tour early.
If you have booked a pre-tour hotel stay, then you will have to arrange your own transport from hotel to departure location.
If you have booked extra night hotel after the tour, then you will arrange transport from drop off point to hotel.
On West Coast tours some bus operators have a lot of departure locations. A slow start is expected on these tours.
Policies
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Determination of the time of cancellation will be done when the notice is received and confirmed by our office. You must make any notice of cancellation directly to GoldenBusTours by email or webmail at the Contact Us section.
Cancellation charges
⇒ Once the train ticket is confirmed, it cannot be canceled or changed. Guests must use the name and date of birth on the passport/Photo ID upon registering.
Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.
There is no refund for unused features. You forfeit the entire payment when you are a no-show on the departure date and unable to join the tour for any reason including COVID.
An add-on fee of 6% for handling fees is charged in addition to the above penalties. No matter what the reason for cancellation is, the processing fee will be deducted on each refund.
In order for there not to be a cancellation, a minimum number of participants are required. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip although every effort is made by us to ensure that normal operations are maintained. We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure with respect to operating requirements or circumstances beyond control. In case a cancellation is made at any given moment in time before departure, our only liability as GoldenBusTours will be to refund you the amount we received for the booking of the tour. We will try our best to re-book the same or similar tour if the future travel plan suits you. We are not responsible for any cancellation penalties that may have been incurred on any other travel arrangements like separate purchase of air tickets, visa cost, taxi fare etc. We are not liable for any other travel arrangements that have been affected as a result of the cancellations.
Note: More than 30 days after the completion of the tour, we cannot grant any refunds. Each Cancellation Request must be received in writing by email.
Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection, COVID or any other serious issue. If you reschedule a tour and later decide to cancel it then cancellation charges will be applicable to the original departure date and not to the rescheduled one.
Reservation, Booking & Redemption
Terms & Conditions
Any travel service purchases indicate your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions set out herein.
You are advised to carefully read through and understand these Terms & Conditions before making your booking.
Tour Confirmation
You will get an email immediately once you place an order. Tour Confirmation usually takes 2, 3 days except for urgent order. Urgent orders can be confirmed in a day or even few hours, but we can’t assure success in these cases. On fewer occasions, some of the others may require a longer period of time for confirmation. You are advised not to book airline tickets unless you have received the confirmation.
E-Ticket (Mandatory to be on bus)
Your e-ticket includes complete operator information such as local telephone numbers at your destination. You are required to print the e-tickets and bring them along with you on the trip. They will be needed as proof of purchase.
Changes in Booking
You may incur a fee for any revisions or alterations made to the reservation when the booking has already been confirmed. Cancellation fees may be applied to things such as name changes or corrections. They may also apply to tour date changes or tour itinerary changes. Please note that no departure changes are permitted 72 hours before departure.
Changes in Tour Itinerary
We are continuously striving to improve tour itineraries and features. In the event of unforeseen circumstances that are beyond the control, we do reserve the right to vary the itineraries and to substitute hotels. Duplicate departures may operate during certain peak periods, sometimes in reverse order. As such, hotels may vary from those included on the itinerary pages.
Reschedule
If you want to reschedule your tour (change the departure date or choose a different tour) then a reschedule fees may be applied. No reschedule request will be entertained within 15 days before the departure date.
Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection.
Pricing
1. One room can accommodate maximum 4 people. Even if you are 5 people including 1 month old baby you still need 2 rooms.
2. If you can carry your child up to 2 years of age then you do not need to book seats for him. It may vary from one tour to another.
3. Service providers hold the right to change the itinerary and hotel arrangements without any notice.
4. Child (0-9 years) and Single traveler going on the tour have special rates. These prices vary from one tour to another.
5. Meals and Attractions are not included. You can ask your tour guide to try to arrange the meal for you as per your requirements. For attractions, admission fees pay it to the tour guide on the tour.
6. Prices may change without any notice because of prices fluctuation in the market.
7. All prices mentioned on the website are in US dollars.
8. In Case of Bank Wire Transfer customer have to bear Wire transfer fee.
9. Tour package price is inclusive of taxes.
10. Tour Prices are every individual and in view of room inhabitance.
11. Final hotels booked may not be same as the one mentioned on the website.
Child rates are applicable for children between (0-12 years) of age. Parents are advised to bring car seats for the safety of their child.
Buy 2 Get 3rd discounted: Get 3rd Ticket on special discounted rates on the purchase of 2 tickets.
Responsibility
3. Before booking any tour make sure to go through every detail like tour itinerary, tour price, cancellation policy, reschedule and refund policies. Tour Guide will be Chinese and English or it can only be chinese based on the group size.
4. You should either bring a printed copy of your E-Ticket or bring it in your smartphone on the day of tour departure. You should also bring a valid photo ID along with your E-Ticket. In the case of any issues for not carrying E-Ticket or Photo ID GoldenBusTour will not be responsible.
5.Make sure to provide a valid phone number so we can reach you in the case of any emergency.
6. Please read all important notes, inclusion, exclusion section, terms and conditions, policies and below notes.
6a. Tour Operator holds the right to cancel the tour at any time depending on poor weather condition or some other unforeseen circumstances. However, GoldenBusTour will update its customers about the cancellation and shall not be held accountable for charges other than tour fees.
6b. Change in tour price will not affect any confirmed booking.
6c. Tour Operator can change the order of itinerary at any time without any notice.
8.Reach Departure location about 20 to 30 minutes before departure time. Unfortunately, no one will wait for you in case you get in late. The bus mostly has Bus Operator name and logo on it. Even if you are five minutes late and miss the bus then GoldenBusTours or Tour Operator will not be responsible. There will be no refund in this case. You will be charged 100% tour fee.
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