Vancouver+ Kamloops+ Columbia Icefield+ Banff National Park+ Kelowna 5-day Tour (Check in Banff Town Hotel for one night)

Day 1: Vancouver Airport Pick-up

Airport Pick-up Information:

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 is available 24 hours a day.

1) For flights arriving between 07:00-23:00, the first 2 passengers will be charged USD$80 (CAD$100, CAD price exclude 5%GST tax), and each additional guest will be charged USD$20 (CAD$25, CAD price exclude 5%GST tax). Please be aware that there is a maximum of 4 guests per order.

2) For flights arriving beyond 07:00-23:00, the first 2 passengers will be charged USD$95 (CAD$120, CAD price exclude 5%GST tax), and each additional guest will be charged USD$20 (CAD$25, CAD price exclude 5%GST tax). Please be aware that there is a maximum of 4 guests per order.

3. For all guests who collect luggage and meet with the guide before 12:15, you may pay USD$19 (CAD$25, CAD price exclude 5%GST tax) 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 13:30

Guests who choose this pick-up point have to pay additional USD$19.00 / CAD25.00 per person to participate in 3-hour Vancouver tour.

Seattle paid pick-up information:

1. Every Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, we provide a pick-up service from the Seattle City Vancouver team hotel. The price is $55 per person one-way, and the pick-up location and time are: 13:30, 400 Broad St, Seat, WA 98109, Seattle Space Needle Square (this itinerary needs to be grouped with other Seattle returning guests. The arrival time in Vancouver is approximately after 9pm. Guests who mind, please do not choose).

2. 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.

3. Seattle-Vancouver round-trip chartered service: 7-person Van, with a maximum of 6 people; one-way USD$650/van.

• Accent Inns Vancouver Airport / Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver Airport

Day 2: Vancouver → Kelowna → Revelstoke / Salmon Arm

Kalamalka Lake

Depart from Vancouver in the morning, passing through the scenic Fraser Valley and Merritt, which is the filming location of the movie Jurassic. After lunch, go to Kelowna, the fruit town of BC, to visit the famous "VQA" precious winery, taste red and white wines and buy world-famous Canadian ice wine. Next, we will visit the Changing Color Lake, where the lake surface changes color with the seasons. Overnight in Salmon Bay/Grizzly Town.

Itinerary:

Vancouver → Merritt (Pass by) → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Kalamalka Lake (15 mins) → Revelstoke / Salmon Arm

Grizzli Winery/Summer Hill Winery

The winery is rooted in the heart of Canada's Okanagan region. Surrounded by mountains and lakes, with long sunshine and large temperature differences between day and night, unique wines are created here. Here, you can taste red and white wines and buy world-famous Canadian ice wine.

Kalamalka Lake

Kalamalka Lake, also known as "Color Changing Lake", is a large lake in the interior plateau of south-central British Columbia, Canada, east of Lake Okanagan. At different times of the year, the color of the lake water changes from cyan to indigo, and it appears simultaneously in different areas, so it is called "Lake of a Thousand Colors". During the period of warm weather and enhanced photosynthesis of phytoplankton, calcium, carbonate ions and phosphorus in the water will precipitate, changing the color of the water and increasing turbidity.

• Hilltop Inn Salmon Arm / Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm / Sandman Hotel Revelstoke / similar

Day 3: Revelstoke/Salmon Arm → Columbia Icefield → Banff

Glacier National Park

Yoho National Park

Banff National Park

Columbia Icefield

Bow Lake

Banff Town Area

In the morning, we headed to the Rocky Mountains along Highway 1, passing through the famous Rogers Canyon Passage in Glacier National Park. Then enter Banff National Park via Yoho National Park.Then arrive at Columbia Glacier. You can take an icefield snowmobile to feel the temperature of the ice and snow of Athabasca Glacier and touch it for thousands of years. Glaciers leave beautiful memories of your travels. Finally arrive in Banff city. Guests can go to the gift shop and taste a variety of different delicacies on their own.

Itinerary

Revelstoke/Salmon Arm → Glacier National Park (Pass by) → Yoho National Park (Pass by) → Banff National Park → Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by) → Columbia lcefield (2.5 hours, Ice Explorer and Icefield Skywalk) → Bow Lake (Pass by) → Banff Town (60 mins)

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is located in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Canada. The park is famous for its glaciers and railway museums. It was established in 1886 and covers an area of about 1,394 square kilometers. After the glaciers retreated, they left behind many beautiful mountains, lakes, and waterfalls. The scenery is ever-changing from large to small and very beautiful.

Yoho National Park

Yoho National Park lies on the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Vertical rock walls, waterfalls and high peaks draw visitors from all around the world to this unique national park! Yoho offers exceptional hiking and sightseeing for everyone to enjoy! The park even offers a unique glimpse of Canada’s natural wonders and an insight of this alpine majesty!

Banff National Park

Banff National Park is famously known for its colored lakes, majestic mountains, and endless outdoor adventures that it has to offer! It is also Canada’s very first national park and the world’s third! It has a rich heritage and is one of the world’s most awe-inspiring mountain destinations to discover! Make sure to even take a special look at its easy access and close proximity that it has to the vast unspoiled wilderness of the Canadian Rockies. The park itself spans 6,641 square kilometers (2,564 square miles) of pure mountainous terrain. It is greatly packed with spectacular scenic valleys, peaks, glaciers, forests, meadows, and rivers. Take a look at what makes Banff National Park so unique!

Columbia Icefield

The Columbia Glacier was formed in ancient times. It is located on the plateau and close to the North Pole. It is one of the 17 glaciers in the Rocky Mountains. It is a famous ancient ice sheet relic in the world and a great watershed between the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean and the Arctic Ocean. The Columbia Glacier provides clean water and fresh air for the entire North America, and affects the ecological environment of animals and plants.

Bow Lake

Bow Lake is located approximately 30 minutes north of Lake Louise and off the Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93) in the Canadian Rockies. It is half a mile north of the Crowfoot Glacier. It sits at an elevation of 1,920 m (6,300 ft) and is one of the largest lakes at the Banff National Park. It is fed by the meltwater from the Bow Glacier in the Wapta Icefield. Bow Lake is a wonderful place for a picnic and to enjoy scenic breathtaking views.

Town of Banff

Banff is a small town within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is one of Canada's most popular tourist destinations. It is known for its mountainous environment and hot springs, and is a popular destination for outdoor activities and hiking, biking, climbing, and skiing.

Due to limited hotel availability in the Banff area, specific room types cannot be guaranteed. The hotel will assign either a king-bed room or twin-bed room based on availability upon check-in. Thank you for your understanding!

• Elk + Avenue Hotel / Irwin's Mountain Inn / Red Carpet Inn / The Rundlestone Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge / similar

Day 4: Banff → Lake Louise → Revelstoke/Salmon Arm

Banff Gondola

Bow Falls

Lake Louise

Moraine Lake

The Last Spike

Bidding farewell to the beautiful Banff morning light, we'll first ride the Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola, gazing out at the majestic Chateau Spa Hotel and breathtaking views of Banff and the Rocky Mountains. We'll then journey to Lake Louise Village, surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains and tranquil forests, offering an ideal spot for relaxation and dining. Lunch can be arranged flexibly to suit your preferences. We'll then journey to Lake Louise, known as the "Sapphire of the Rockies," to experience its tranquility and beauty. We'll then visit Moraine Lake, another glacial lake in Banff, with its tranquil, shimmering waters. Finally, we visited the Last Nail Monument, erected to commemorate the completion of the transcontinental railway here 100 years ago.We'll conclude our tour by passing through Glacier National Park, enjoying stunning views of the glacial valley. We'll spend the night in Grizzliestown/Salmon Arm.

Itinerary:

Banff → Banff Gondola (60 mins) → Bow Falls (10 mins) → Lake Louise Village (optional lunch) → Lake Louise (90mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → The Last Spike (20mins)→ Glacier National Park (Pass by) → Revelstoke/Salmon Arm

Tips

Moraine Lake is open from June to mid-October; if the attraction is not open by then, the attraction will be canceled and the tour time of Lake Louise will be increased accordingly.

Banff Gondola

It only takes 8 minutes to reach the top of Sulphur Mountain, 2,281 meters high, by taking the Banff Gondola. At the top, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Banff National Park, Banff Town and the Bow River Valley, and take in the unparalleled beauty of the Rocky Mountains. There is a restaurant and interactive experience hall on the top of the mountain. From new restaurants and interactive exhibits to multi-sensory theaters and amazing 360-degree observation decks, the new Banff Gondola experience allows you to gain a richer sensory experience.

Bow Falls

The movie "River of No Return" starring Marilyn Monroe in the 1950s was filmed here. In the movie, the sexy goddess Marilyn Monroe hung clothes by the river. Since then, Bow Falls has attracted a large number of backpackers to come and watch every year.

Lake Louise

Lake Louise, located on the south side of Highway 1, is a famous attraction in Banff National Park. With Mount Victoria as its barrier and surrounded by dense forests, the mountains and waters are interdependent, forming a perfect landscape photo. Lake Louise is like a pearl, otherworldly and otherworldly, so it is known as the "Sapphire in the Rocky Mountains" and has become a lake favored by photographers.

Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake is a glacial lake in Banff National Park in Canada. It is located in the famous Valley of the Ten Peaks. The bottom of the lake is filled with mineral-rich gravel. Over the years, the sedimentation has formed ever-changing blue water. It is recognized as the most photographed lake in the world. The lake surface is sapphire blue and crystal clear, like a shining pearl.

The Last Spike

The "Last Nail" monument was built in 1985 to commemorate the completion of the cross-Canada railway 100 years ago. At that time, Donald, chairman of the Pacific Railway Company, nailed the last gold nail of historical significance here, which was called the "Last Nail", marking the successful completion of this railway artery. The monument is not large, and the base is inlaid with 13 pieces of jade and granite of various colors donated by 13 different provinces in Canada. They symbolize the opening of this railway, like a bond, closely connecting the provinces across Canada.

• Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm / Sandman Hotel Revelstoke / Hilltop Inn Salmon Arm / similar

Day 5: Revelstoke / Salmon Arm → Kamloops → Vancouver

Kamloops Ginseng Factory

Hope

In the morning, we will go to Kamloops, the hometown of American ginseng in the north of the Okanagan Valley. The name of the city comes from the Indian word "Cumcloups", reflecting that the city is located at the confluence of two tributaries of the Thompson River. Then we will go to the gold rush town of Hope, where Stallone's movie "First Blood" was filmed. This was the only way for gold diggers back then. Finally, we will return to Vancouver along the scenic Fraser Valley Highway, ending this pleasant journey.

Itinerary:

Revelstoke → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → Hope (30 mins) → Fraser Valley (Pass-by) → Vancouver

Kamloops Ginseng Factory

The largest producer of American ginseng in North America was originally in the United States, and Kamloops later began to grow American ginseng. Because Kamloops has unpolluted fertile soil and a semi-desert dry climate, it has become the largest producer of American ginseng in North America and is known as the "Ginseng Capital". It has a long history and culture of Aboriginal people, with a total of 17 Aboriginal tribal communities, making it the most important Aboriginal community in the interior of British Columbia.

Hope

Hope town is the perfect place to walk around and explore. It is filled with beautiful nature views and have an experience of instant relaxation. Take a look at all that this town has to offer.