SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Victoria: Visit Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada.
Jasper: Join your Tour Director for an interpretive talk on the trails of Maligne Canyon and cruise the lake.
Icefields Parkway: Experience Athabasca Glacier on board a specially designed Ice Explorer.
Chateau Lake Louise: Have afternoon tea at this historic location.
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump: Join a Blackfoot elder and hear fascinating stories about the Plains People.
Glacier National Park: Board a 'Red Jammer' for a narrated trip with stunning views. Stop and meet a ranger for a guided exploration.
ADDITIONAL INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Vancouver: Guided tour, see the totem poles in Stanley Park.
Seattle: Sightseeing tour of the city.
SIGNATURE DINING
Banff: Choose from a selection of restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.
Welcome Reception (WD), 14 Full breakfasts (FB), and 2 lunches (L), 1 Dine Around (DA), 4 table d'hote three-course dinners (D), 8 Full Breakasts (FB), 6 Lunches (L) and 7 Dinners (D).
HIGHLIGHT HOTELS AND LOCATIONS
Hotel Overview: A fabulous range of contrasting hotels awaits your delight. Cosmopolitan. Urban. Stylish. Three words that sum up the Four Diamond Hyatt Regency Vancouver. Be treated to plush amenities and uncompromising service whilst enjoying large, luxurious guestrooms. You'll enjoy stunning views at the cosy and historic Lake McDonald Lodge located on the western side of the beautiful Glacier National Park. The historic Davenport Hotel is a landmark in itself. With soaring architecture and a rich history that dates back to 1914, it has earned the reputation as Spokane's grandest hotel.
ADDITIONAL FIVE STAR SERVICES
An expert Insight Tour Director, at the pinnacle of their career, will guide you on your journey. Serving as your 'travelling concierge', this skilled guide will act as consummate organiser and be your 'friend in a foreign land'.
Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight's luxury air-conditioned 40-seat coach, with extended leg room and an on-board restroom. It's Business Class comfort, complete with complimentary bottled water for you to enjoy during your luxury coaching tour.
A personal radio headset gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating insights and commentaries.
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling with prompt delivery right to your door. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi.
With Insight Flourishes, from time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with local tidbits, each representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination.
Included airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 9.
VIP DOOR TO DOOR RETURN UK AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Your holiday begins in true style from the moment we collect you from your front door for a relaxed journey to your choice of departure airport. Your wonderfully appointed executive car is reserved exclusively for your use, ensuring an uninterrupted, hassle-free journey to your departure airport.
Each and every Insight tour begins and ends with our unique and truly unrivalled private car door to door transfer service. You will be met at your front door by your driver who will assist with your bags before whisking you to your choice of departure airport in a private executive saloon car, all in plenty of time to make your way to your check-in desk. With Insight you really will experience an exclusive service, enjoying your journey in a standard of car that you would expect to associate with Insight standards. All of our cars are up-to-date models and maintained to the highest standards. We will arrange a convenient pick-up time from your home that suits you, not us or other passengers. Each car is equipped with the latest satellite navigation intelligence to ensure your continued peace of mind and a speedy journey.
At the end of your tour, on arrival at your chosen UK airport, you will be greeted by your waiting driver in the arrivals hall and escorted to your car for the smooth and comfortable journey directly back home.
Should you wish to make your own way to the airport, all you need do is advise us at the time of making your reservation and a discount will be offered.
Terms and conditions apply.
Optional experiences...
Most Insight tours already include a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. There may also be an exciting array of Optional Experiences which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime! These are entirely optional and can be booked through your Tour Director/Local Representative at the commencement of your tour. Please note, many Optional Experiences are operated by independent third party suppliers, not Insight Vacations. The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Jasper Rafting - Enjoy a unique perspective of Jasper National Park as you raft down the Athabasca River. This safe, comfortable ride along 10 miles (16 kilometers) of river passes through small sets of rapids and calm stretches for a ride that any first-time rafter will enjoy. Your journey will be narrated by a licensed National Park guide who will point out the natural and human history of Jasper National Park and the famous route that was used by fur traders many years ago. Tour length: 50-90 minutes depending on water levels. (Minimum: 6 guests).
Adult Price: CAN$ 72, Code: YJA-3
Banff Float Trip - Grab your camera and join us for a marvelously scenic float trip down Banff’s Bow River. Friendly, experienced oarsmen will guide you gently downstream along the scenic curves and beneath the majestic Rockies. Don’t worry, you won’t get wet! Look out for spotted elk, deer and even an occasional bear along the banks. The tranquility of the river makes this one of the best opportunities for an intimate experience with nature at her most magnificent. Operates seasonally. Tour length: 50-90 minutes depending on water levels. (Minimum: 10 guests).
Adult Price: CAN$ 58, Code: YNF-1
Banff Scenic Helicopter Flight - Mt. Assiniboine - This sensational flight will transport you to Mt. Assiniboine, “The Matterhorn” of the Canadian Rockies rising majestically to 11,870 feet (3,611 meters) along the Great Divide. The surrounding glaciers and icefalls will astound you and capture your imagination. This is a photographer’s dream come true. Please note that the Mt. Assiniboine Helicopter Flight may be unavailable due to weather conditions; however, an alternative helicopter flight excursion may be offered. Please check with your Travel Director for more details. Flight duration: 30 minutes. Tour length: 2 hours. (Minimum: 2 guests).
Adult Price: CAN$ 300, Code: YNF-2
Banff Scenic Helicopter Flight - Royal Canadian Tour - Your 25 minute journey will take you to new heights through the Goat Range Pass and along the Sundance Range of Banff National Park where you will see mountain peaks, alpine meadows and pristine lakes. An extraordinary adventure not to be missed! Please note that this flight may be unavailable due to weather conditions; however, an alternative helicopter flight excursion may be offered. Please check with your Travel Director for more details. Flight duration: 25 minutes. Tour length: 2 hours. (Minimum: 2 guests).
Adult Price: CAN$ 260, Code: YNF-2A
Banff Scenic Helicopter Flight - Three Sisters - This will be the most action packed 12 minutes of your life. Your adventure will take you past the Three Sisters Peaks as you spectacularly escape to the Spray Valley. You will see the magnificent Goat Range where you will observe the radiant aqua blue/green colors of the Spray Lakes. Your return flight will provide views of the Bow River as it meanders back towards the Town of Canmore. Please note that this flight may be unavailable due to weather conditions; however, an alternative helicopter flight excursion may be offered. Please check with your Travel Director for more details. Flight duration: 12 minutes.(Minimum: 2 guests).
Adult Price: CAN$ 135, Code: YNF-2B
Waterton Lake Cruise - Enjoy some of the most spectacular mountain scenery the Rocky Mountains have to offer on this scenic, 2 1/4 hour cruise. View majestic towering cliffs, unique geological formations, beautiful waterfalls, snow clad mountain peaks and the International Border. Bring your camera; tour boats make photographic and wildlife stops. Bald eagle, bear, moose, deer, mountain sheep and mountain goats are often seen. A 30 minute stop at Goat Haunt, the Northern Gateway to Glacier National Park is also included. The cruise is accompanied by an informative and entertaining commentary given by experienced local tour guides.
Adult Price: CAN$ 45, Code: WAT-1