8-Day Vancouver to Sea to Sky Highway, Banff Gondola, Lake Louis, Salmon Arm, Yellowknife and Aurora Viewing Tour (Free Airport Pickup)
Tour Code: GOL-VAN-131A
Duration: 8 Day(s) / 7 Night(s)
Tour Guide: Chinese, English
Quality: Budget
Departure City
Destination
Return City
Overview
Experience: UNESCO, Family
Extra (Excluded): Wifi, Meal etc...
Tour Guide:Chinese, English
Exclusive: FREE snowshoes rentals (worths $160) ! Experience snowshoeing excitement on the scenic Lake Louise
Elk + Avenuee
Quality hotel accommodation during the Rockies: Two nights in Prestige Hotels and one night in the heart of Banff at Elk + Avenue
Stay overnight in the premium hotel Prestige Salmon Arm Resort (subject to availability)
Optional 1 night hotel upgrade to 5 Star Chateau Lake Louise. Further upgrade to Lakeview room at promotional rate
Guaranteed sufficient time for you to explore the European-style village of Banff. Take the Banff Gondola (adm) for a magnificent view of the Rockies
Arrange to immerse your body in the soothing Banff Sulphur Mountain hot springs while snowflakes are dancing. Surely an experience of a life time (optional)
Exclusive Bonus mini ferry ride to the Granville Island during a Complimentary Half Day Vancouver City Tour (conditions apply)
Visit renowned Okanagan Winery and the GMP certified Ginseng factory in Kamloops for gifts & souvenirs
Hotel options in Vancouver Downtown or Central Richmond
Enjoy one day tour both in Victoria, visiting Butchart Gardens and in Whistler, the Winter Olympics co-hosting city
- All hotel rooms are non-smoking. Any violation will be penalized $350 and up (non-refundable
cleaning fee)
Itinerary
★Domestic: At Claim Belt #3 after luggage pick up
★International: Arrival Hall “Welcome Figures” after luggage pick up
Bonus Complimentary City Tour (approx. 3.5 hrs; limited to guests meeting our tour guide before 1:30pm) covering top attractions such as Downtown, Stanley Park, Canada Place, etc. Exclusive! Bonus Mini Ferry Ride* to Granville Island.
** Contact us for more information on Seattle transfers and Yellowknife Aurora Viewing
Attractions
Canada Place was opened in 1986 and ever since its emergence; it has become a national icon and the heart of activity Vancouver’s waterfront. It provides its visitors unforgettable and inspirational Canadian experiences.
Granville Island is essentially a peninsula and is a very famous shopping area, it is located in Vancouver Canada. The area was once an industrial area but now is a famous tourism sight.
Stanley Park in British Colombia, Canada is a clear mirror of natural beauty. Its immense size, mesmerizing watery attraction among green beauty has heart-winning appeal to even least sensitive souls.
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.
Depart for Vancouver Island by ferry and capture the spectacular scenery en route. After passing by Chinatown, visit Beacon Hill Park’s remarkable Mile "0", Legislative Buildings, and explore other significant heritage architectures surrounding the Inner Harbour. Visit the world famous Butchart Gardens before returning to Vancouver.
Accommodation in Vancouver
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver:
Located in Central Richmond
Type A–Value: Hampton Inn by Hilton
Type B–Deluxe: Westin Wall Centre / Executive Hotel or similar
Located in Downtown Vancouver
Type D–Premium: Sheraton Wall Centre or similar.
Attractions
Beacon Hill Park is beautifully landscaped with lakes, bridges, rock gardens and alpines. It is the best place to hike, bike, bird-watch, picnic and enjoy horse driven carriage rides.
The colorful Butchart Gardens cover the area of 22 hectors. They present soul-sapping scenery of nature in its bloom and different kinds of entertainment and eateries to the visitors.
The largest pacific island that is located in British Columbia is known as Vancouver Island. Inside the island, there is a capital city of British Columbia.
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.
British Columbia’s Capital city has an ideal place for tourist called Victoria Inner Harbor. There are amazing restaurants, cafes and attractive paths for day/night walks are available at this location.
On the Vancouver Island’s Southern Tip, there is city called Victoria. It was incorporated in the year 1862. The Fisherman’s Wharf and Inner Harbor are ideal destination for tourists in Victoria.
Drive along the Sea to Sky Highway. Pass by Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls, and Squamish, arrive at Whistler- host of 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Ride the Whistler Mountain Gondola and Peak2Peak③. Relax at the mountain and the village. Delight yourself with an exciting experience of snowshoeing for FREE④.
Accommodation in Vancouver
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver:
Located in Central Richmond
Type A–Value: Hampton Inn by Hilton
Type B–Deluxe: Westin Wall Centre / Executive Hotel or similar
Located in DowntownVancouver
Type D–Premium: Sheraton Wall Centre or similar.
Attractions
As the official host venue for the 2010 winter Games, the Olympic Cauldon symbolizes the 2010 event and is relit specially in remembrance of the Games that were played at the time.
A famous skyride in British Columbia that provide breathtaking views of Mountains is called Gondola Ride. The fare of ride is quite reasonable for the tourists.
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 British Columbian Province has a resort in the Coast Mountains South Pacific Ranges of Canada. It is said to be as Whistler. It was incorporated as Municipality in 1975. The Regional district is Squamish Lillooet.
An incorporated community which is located in Tahoe city’s Placer County is called Olympic Valley. The winter Olympic Games are held on this place. The other name of this Placer County is Squaw Valley.
Start our journey via the trans- Canada highway; pass through Fraser valley, and head east for Kelowna, the heart of the Okanagan Valley and home to world-class vintners. At Lake Okanagan, let us listen to its legendary story and search for the lake monster “Ogopogo”. Visit one of the most renowned wineries before settling down at Salmon Arm in the evening.
Hotel: Prestige Harbourfront Resort or Similar. (Lunch and Dinner are Included)
Attractions
The Fraser Valley is regional district located right at the heart of the modern day British Columbia. The headquarter of the district is in the famous and beautiful city of Chilliwack.
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.
Okanagan Lake is a fabulously deep, large and worth seeing lake in Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada. This 135 km large, mesmerizing lake is 4-5 km wide with a rim of nature in its most awesome form.
Commonly known as the Okanagan County the area rests right in the heart of British Colombia which is a well-known province of Canada. The famous lake of the area is the Okanagan Lake.
Salmon Arm is a city in the Shuswap Country of the Southern Interior of the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is found on the shores of Shuswap Lake.
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.
Proceed to Eagle Pass and visit the “Last Spike” of the transcontinental railway connecting the east and the west. Travel through the Rogers Pass. After a thrilling gondola ride (adm) to the summit, captivated by the majestic Rocky Mountains. Next, discover the town of Banff within the country’s first national park. Immerse your body in the soothing Banff Sulphur Mountain hot springs (optional: Adult - $9.25; Senior / Child[65+/6-15 yrs] - $8 plus applicable tax). Overnight at Banff.
Hotel: Elk + Avenue or similar. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are Included)
Hotel upgrade available: 5★ Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise ★ Further upgrade to Lakeview room at promotional rate
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.
Go on an adventure ride in a gondola cabin atop Sulphur Mountain to get the most stunning view of 6 mountain ranges and see the cave of Hot Springs.
The Rocky Mountains stretch all the way from North America to Canada. Mount Robson is the highest mountain situated in the Canadian Rockies. Its terrain seems like a rug that is pushed on a hardwood floor.
Last Spike or Canadian Pacific Railway was actually the final driven spike into the Canadian pacific Railway. The event was held in November 7th, 1885.
Salmon Arm is a city in the Shuswap Country of the Southern Interior of the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is found on the shores of Shuswap Lake.
Journey to Lake Louise often referred to as the “Jewel of the Rockies.” The panoramic view of magnificent snow-capped mountains surrounding the emerald color of the lake attracts millions of visitors worldwide. If weather permits, you may enjoy snowshoeing experience on ice surface of scenic Lake Louise. Settle down at Vernon in the evening.
Hotel: Prestige Vernon or similar. (Lunch and Dinner are Included)
Attractions
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.
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.
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.
Head west for the BC interiors and arrive at Kamloops, a city with over 2000 hours of sunshine per year. Visit the only GMP certified Ginseng factory in West Canada and learn about the amazing healing power of Ginseng. After passing by Hope and Hunter’s Creek, arrive in Vancouver in the late Afternoon.
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver:
Located in Central Richmond
Type A–Value: Hampton Inn by Hilton
Type B–Deluxe: Westin Wall Centre / Executive Hotel or similar
Located in DowntownVancouver
Type D–Premium: Sheraton Wall Centre or similar. (Breakfast and Dinner are Included)
Attractions
The Fraser Valley is regional district located right at the heart of the modern day British Columbia. The headquarter of the district is in the famous and beautiful city of Chilliwack.
In the center of British Columbia, there is a notable tour destination called Ginseng Factory. Every year, hundreds of thousands of tourists visit this place to see the manufacturing process of many products.
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 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.
Free at leisure till transfer- to airport for your returning flight.
Operations of False Creek Ferries*, Banff Sulphur Mountain Hot springs*, Snowshoeing* and etc. are seasonal and weather-permitting; subject to change without notice.
Attractions
Go on an adventure ride in a gondola cabin atop Sulphur Mountain to get the most stunning view of 6 mountain ranges and see the cave of Hot Springs.
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.
In the northwestern region of the Canadian territories lies the city of Yellowknife. The city precisely lies at the Great Slave Lake’s northern shore. The city is famous for its Ingraham Trail and Yellowknife River.
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.
A professional tour escort will be with you throughout the tour.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included.
Tour package price includes all the taxes.
What's Excluded
Type A–Value Hotel: Tour price for Hampton Inn by Hilton for Single: $1369, Double: $839, 3rd & 4th: $539.
Type B–Deluxe Hotel: Tour price for Westin Wall Centre/Executive Hotel or Similar for Single: $1469, Double:$889, 3rd & 4th: $539.
Type D–Premium Hotel: Tour price for Sheraton Wall Centre or Similar Single: $1829, Double: $1119, 3rd & 4th: $589.
Vancouver Arrival Transfer: $4/person; Mini City Tour: $6/person; YVR Departure Transfer: $2/person.
Travelers can get front seats in the first 3 rows by paying $75 per person.
It is possible for rates to change without notice.
Cash payments of admission fee for Optional Activities would be made to the guide. Optional activities price may change or can be different as displayed on the website.
Though meals and drinks are not a part of the package the guide will arrange them upon request.
Minimum service charges for the driver and the guide will be $15 per person per day.
Telephone services, laundry services, Alcoholic drinks and beverages are private room charges.
Travel insurance.
Additional personal expenditure.
Note: Customers are encouraged not to buy admission packages outside and use them in this discounted tour. In case they do, transport need to be arranged the same day.
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
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
Over 32 days prior to departure date - handling charge $50 per person
⇒ 24-31 days or more prior to departure - 70% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
⇒ 16-23 days prior to departure - 50% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
⇒ 15 days prior to departure – 100% tour fees will be charged as cancellation.
There is no refund for unused features. You forfeit the entire payment when you are a no-show on the departure date 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.
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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 wish to reschedule your tour (change the departure date or choose a different tour) then a reschedule fees may be applied. A reschedule fees of $25 or 6% (which one is higher) will be applied. Please note that all reschedule requests should be made before 5 days of tour departure. Requests made after the mentioned duration shall not be entertained.
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. A service charge of $40 per room per night will be added if you opt to stay at a specific hotel
Please bring Visa/MasterCard for the hotel's incidental deposits.
12. Limited to one medium-sized suitcase and one carry-on luggage per person. Any additional luggage
maybe charge of $35 per piece.
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.
Triple / Quad are to be shared with 2 beds; child (under 12 yrs) shares bed with adults and is charged with tour fare
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.
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.
7.You will be responsible for your travel documents during the tour.
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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