ROCKY ROUND UP

13 Nights

Vancouver, BC

Discover the unrivalled natural wonder of breath-taking British Columbia and Alberta. Cruise the spectacular Inside Passage with its stunning coastlines and migrating whales. Explore the wild as you look to spy elk and moose in Canada’s most famous national park or walk on centuries- old glaciers at the Columbia Icefield. And famous Western hospitality is always at hand. Enjoy the cosmopolitan excitement of Vancouver, the lovely maritime feel of Victoria and the charms of resort towns Banff and Jasper. The Rocky Roundup has everything a traveller could wish for: unique excursions, unrivalled attractions and unforgettable memories all beckon.

Highlights

 

  • Visit Stanley Park, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown, Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver
  • Explore Vancouver Island, stopping in Victoria (Capital of BC), Campbell River & Port Hardy
  • Journey through British Columbia along the Yellowhead Highway to the Skeena River Valley and Smithers
  • Venture through Canada’s most rugged terrains all the way to Prince George at the tip of BC
  • Enjoy the dramatic scenery of Lake Louise and the Banff National Park
  • After seeing the eastern ranges of the Rocky Mountains head to the bountiful Okanagan Valley
  • Before the ferry back to Vancouver, enjoy the Kalamalka Lake and its surrounding mountain vistas

 

  • Day 1 - DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN VANCOUVER
  • Day 2 - DAY 2 VANCOUVER
  • Day 3 - DAY 3 VANCOUVER TO VICTORIA
  • Day 4 - DAY 4 VICTORIA TO CAMPBELL RIVER
  • Day 5 - DAY 5 CAMPBELL RIVER TO PORT HARDY
  • Day 6 - DAY 6 PORT HARDY TO PRINCE RUPERT (INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE)
  • Day 7 - DAY 7 PRINCE RUPERT TO SMITHERS
  • Day 8 - DAY 8 SMITHERS TO PRINCE GEORGE
  • Day 9 - DAY 9 PRINCE GEORGE TO JASPER NATIONAL PARK
  • Day 10 - DAY 10 JASPER TO BANFF NATIONAL PARK
  • Day 11 - DAY 11 BANFF NATIONAL PARK
  • Day 12 - DAY 12 BANFF NATIONAL PARK TO VERNON
  • Day 13 - DAY 13 VERNON TO VANCOUVER
  • Day 14 - DAY 14 END OF TOUR
  • Additional Information

Arrive at Vancouver International Airport. Individual transfer to your centrally-located hotel. After a check-in with your tour director, the remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Vancouver.

Century Plaza Hotel

Property Location Located in Tokushima, Century Plaza Hotel is convenient to Shinmachigawa Mizugiwa Park and Zuiganji Temple. This hotel is within close proximity of Awa Odori Kaikan and Bizan Ropeway.

We get better acquainted with our travelling companions at breakfast before setting out on our morning sightseeing tour of Vancouver. Highlights include Stanley Park, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown, Capilano Suspension Bridge and much more. The afternoon is free for independent exploration or relaxation. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Century Plaza Hotel

Property Location Located in Tokushima, Century Plaza Hotel is convenient to Shinmachigawa Mizugiwa Park and Zuiganji Temple. This hotel is within close proximity of Awa Odori Kaikan and Bizan Ropeway.

Today we depart Vancouver and cross the Strait of Georgia by ferry to Victoria and begin the day with a visit to Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s great floral displays. Ample time is allocated for browsing through these regal gardens. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city or take part in an optional floatplane sightseeing tour over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Overnight in Victoria. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Royal Scot Hotel & Suites

Property Location With a stay at Royal Scot Hotel & Suites in Victoria (Inner Harbour), you'll be minutes from Victoria Harbour and British Columbia Parliament Building. This eco-friendly hotel is within close proximity of The Robert Bateman Centre and Legislative Assembly of British Columbia.

Today is a sampling of modern and ancient British Columbia culture as we travel up the coast of Vancouver Island. We step back into the province’s distant past with visits to Chemanius and its spectacular native murals and to the town of Duncan. We arrive in the small coastal town of Campbell River in the afternoon. Overnight in Campbell River. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Anchor Inn

Property Location With a stay at Anchor Inn in Ivybridge, you'll be within the region of Burgh Island and Totnes Castle. This bed & breakfast is within the region of Buckfast Abbey and Woodlands Leisure Park.

Today we continue farther north up the road as it turns inland for a time before arriving in Port Hardy. Afterward, relax at the hotel or independently explore this pleasant seaside town. Overnight in Port Hardy*. Breakfast included.

 

*Please note: For departures on September 10 (11-day programme: September 12), the ferry will depart Port Hardy on a BC Ferries vessel in the afternoon and passengers will overnight on board in a cabin.

Meals Included: Cb

Kwa`Lilas Hotel

The Kwa’lilas Hotel (meaning a ‘place to sleep’) is a premier First Nations four-star destination hotel located on the North Island. The hotel features 85 guestrooms plus meeting space to accommodate up to 150 people. A curated selection of authentic local Aboriginal art can be found throughout the hotel celebrating local traditions, stories and culture. Hotel guests can also choose to participate in a selection of eco-adventure tours and cultural experiences guided by community members and local experts.

Cameras at the ready! This morning we board a spectacular BC Ferries ship to set sail on an incredible full-day cruise along the coast of British Columbia to the inlet community of Prince Rupert. The famous Inside Passage is one of the most spectacular waterways in Canada, showcasing the rugged shorelines of the Pacific Northwest. Overnight in Prince Rupert.*Please note: For passengers on departures that overnight on Day 5 on board BC Ferries, the ship will arrive at Prince Rupert in the afternoon. After check in, the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Pacific Inn

Property Location With a stay at Pacific Inn in Grover Beach, you'll be near the beach and minutes from Pismo Beach Golf Course and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. This motel is within close proximity of Monarch Butterfly Grove and North Beach Campground.

Today we begin our journey into the British Columbia interior eastward along the scenic Yellowhead Highway as it follows the Skeena River Valley. Along the way, we’ll stop for a tour of ‘Ksan Indian Village – a recreation of an ancient traditional community of the Gitxsan First Nation peoples. Arriving at our destination, the remainder of the day is at our leisure. Overnight in Smithers. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge

Nestled among the majestic mountains of the beautiful Bulkley Valley, first-class hospitality and a warm welcome await you at Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge in Smithers, BC. A full-service lodge offering a variety of guestrooms and suites with convention and meeting facilities to meet all your needs. Enjoy Smithers' dining at its finest with Noir Kitchen and Bar, and Don Cherry's Sports Grill. Extensive catering menus are tailored to satisfy the demands of any special event. Located minutes from downtown shops and restaurants, Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge boasts historic walking tours, picturesque hiking trails, outstanding mountain biking, scenic golfing and all the amazing attractions of the Bulkley Valley on our doorstep.  

Continuing east, we travel the Yellowhead Highway and are treated to some of Canada’s most forested and rugged terrains. We enjoy a visit to Fort St. James National Historic Park to relive the days of the fur trade. In the afternoon, we settle into Prince George, located at the tip of British Columbia’s Cariboo Region. Overnight in Prince George. Breakfast included.

September 10 departures (11-day programme: september 12) Fort St. James visit is not available.

 

 

Meals Included: Cb

Today we ascend to the highest passes of the Rockies as we travel towards the Alberta provincial border and stop at the Mount Robson Viewpoint. We may even see the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies before entering the national parks that have made the province famous. Close to Jasper, you have the chance to go on optional raft trip on the Athabasca River with an experienced guide conducting the group through short rapids and stretches of calm waters. Overnight in Jasper. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Marmot Lodge

Property Location Located in Jasper, Marmot Lodge is convenient to Jasper Activity Centre and Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives. This eco-friendly motel is within close proximity of Jasper Information Centre National Historic Site and Jasper Municipal Library.

Today’s journey through Jasper and Banff National Parks promises to be a highlight of your Rocky Roundup programme. We travel south on the famed Icefields Parkway through a rugged wilderness flanked by dramatic mountain ranges. At the Columbia Icefield we board a specially constructed Ice Explorer to ride on the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Afterwards, we visit the dramatic scenery of Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in Canada before arriving Banff. Overnight in Banff. Buffet breakfast included.

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Inns of Banff

The Inns of Banff is located in Banff National Park with mountain views, wildlife and plenty of activities. This mountain hotel is a great escape to the Canadian Rockies. We offer hotel rooms, condo style accommodations, and a few cottages. Take a dip in our indoor pool, dine in one of our restaurants, explore a hiking trail in the area, or soak in the mountain views, all from the Inns of Banff.

Today we will enjoy a tour of the region around Banff. The area became Canada’s first national park in 1885 to protect its natural hot springs. An optional Helicopter Sightseeing Tour will give you the chance to see the eastern ranges of the Rocky Mountains. You may also take part in an optional gondola ride up spectacular Sulphur Mountain. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the surroundings of Banff, stroll along Banff Avenue, or relax and enjoy the scenery. Overnight in Banff. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Inns of Banff

The Inns of Banff is located in Banff National Park with mountain views, wildlife and plenty of activities. This mountain hotel is a great escape to the Canadian Rockies. We offer hotel rooms, condo style accommodations, and a few cottages. Take a dip in our indoor pool, dine in one of our restaurants, explore a hiking trail in the area, or soak in the mountain views, all from the Inns of Banff.

We start our journey back to the west coast, first passing through the narrow Kicking Horse Canyon, then over the heights of Rogers Pass. At Craigellachie, we view the monument marking the spot where the famous “Last Spike” was driven into place in 1885 linking Canada by rail from sea to sea. We enter the bountiful Okanagan Valley as we arrive at Vernon. Overnight in Vernon. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Sandman Inn & Suites Vernon

Property Location With a stay at Sandman Inn & Suites Vernon in Vernon, you'll be convenient to Village Green Centre and Polson Park. This hotel is within close proximity of Planet Bee Honey Farm and Davison Orchards Country Village.

Today after breakfast we continue our journey through the lush Okanagan Valley, famous for its fruit orchards and vineyards. We will make a brief stop at scenic Kalamalka Lake before continuing on across a great maritime plain set against beautiful mountain vistas. We descend to the coast and the sparkling lights of Vancouver. In the evening, there will be an optional “Farewell Dinner” featuring a cruise through the waters of Vancouver Harbour and a west coast themed buffet dinner. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

Century Plaza Hotel and Spa

Welcome! Location may be the key, but at Century Plaza Hotel & Spa we nver forget that it is service that keeps people coming back. Our dedicated staff strives to make every guest's experience an enjoyable one. We are full-service hotel and offer award-winning luxurious amenities.

A time for last-minute shopping and sad farewells. Individual transfer to Vancouver International Airport in time to check in for your return flight. Continental breakfast included.

Meals Included: Cb

TOUR COST INCLUDES

  • Vancouver sightseeing tour Capilano Suspension Bridge
  • Whalewatching and wildlife tour
  • Port Hardy to Prince Rupert: Inside Passage cruise
  • Ksan Indian Village visit
  • Fort St. James National Historic Park
  • Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer ride
  • Banff and Lake Louise region tour
  • Victoria city tour
  • 14-day Rocky Roundup: 12 breakfasts
  • 11-day Rocky Roundup: 9 breakfasts
  • Transportation by modern tour coach
  • Experienced tour driver
  • Jonview tour director throughout
  • Moderate accommodation
  • Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Provincial Taxes and Federal GST

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