From CAD 4,999
Guarantee
Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Discover the many landscapes, animals, and ways of life in the Canadian Rockies through an engaging 11-day tour. Venture to Vancouver Island and embark on the Inside Passage ferry, which takes you through glacial fjords to spot orcas and porpoises. Visit a collection of totem poles and immerse yourself in First Nation cultures. After all of these incredible encounters, you'll soon agree that the west coast is the best coast.
Highlights
- Spot whales and sea lions on a ferry ride through the Inside Passage
- Immerse yourself in First Nations culture in Smithers
- View the tallest peak of the Canadian Rockies
- Dip into the Miette Hot Springs
- Catch postcard-perfect views along the Icefields Parkway
Trip Details
Product Code: 2493
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, ferry, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: NCVC.B
Starts: Vancouver, Canada
Finishes: Calgary, Canada
Duration: 11 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Wellness Moment: Miette Hot Springs Visit, Jasper National Park
- Inside Passage cruise
- First Nations day tour
- Mt Robson stop with visit to Interpretation Centre
- Miette Hot Springs visit
- Icefields Parkway drive
- Columbia Icefield stop
- Free time in Smithers and Jasper National Park
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (6 nts), lodges (4 nts).
- 10 breakfasts
Transport
- Private vehicle, ferry, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 4999 (CAD 454 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Vancouver/Campbell River
Catch a ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo and drive along the Oceanside Route to Campbell River. Visit the museum in the town which respectfully acknowledges the First Nations of North Vancouver Island by preserving, interpreting, and sharing the history of these Nations on the lands now known as Campbell River. After seeing the exhibits at the museum attend an optional dinner with the group.
Day 3: Campbell River/Port Hardy
Take in the scenery while travelling to Port Hardy at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Enjoy impressive views of coastline and lush forests, and make a stop in the quirky town of Telegraph Cove along the way. This renowned whale watching outpost is one of the last remaining boardwalk communities on the West Coast where you will have free time to have lunch on your own and partake in one of the optional activities available in the area. Choose from whale watching, kayaking, hiking, or walking along the historic boardwalk. Arrive to Port Hardy in the early evening and check into your hotel.
Day 4: Port Hardy
Today enjoy a visit to Alert Bay and the Worlds Tallest Totem, and the 'Umista Cultural Centre. Begin the day with free time to walk along the Haddington Beach trail or spend time in Port McNeill. In the late morning take the ferry to Alert Bay and visit the 'Umista Cultural Centre, whose mandate is to ensure the survival and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw. Travel back to Port McNeill for more free time and an optional happy hour at a local spot. In the evening return to Port Hardy.
Day 5: Port Hardy/Prince Rupert
Embark on a ferry through the famous Inside Passage. The glacial fjords provide spectacular scenery along the route and a safe haven for all types of wildlife, including orcas and porpoises.
The ride is long, but spectacular. With a full day to relax, enjoy the scenery, read a book, or dine at the onboard restaurants. Reach Prince Rupert late in the evening.
Day 6: Prince Rupert/Smithers
Drive one of the most scenic roads in the world from Prince Rupert to Smithers and discover the First Nations cultures of Northern BC on a day tour around Smithers. Visit the Gitanyow Totems, Battle Hill, and 'Ksan Museum & Historical Village.
Day 7: Smithers/Prince George
Enjoy a visit to Twin Falls after breakfast and then spend free time in Smithers before travelling to Prince George, the largest city in Northern British Columbia.
Day 8: Prince George/Jasper
Travel to Jasper National Park. En route, stop at the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson. Visit the Interpretation Centre, and go for a short hike to take in the views.
Day 9: Jasper
Enjoy a free day to explore Jasper National Park. Opt to hike at Maligne Canyon, cross the lake on a boat cruise, or join a scenic river rafting tour. In the evening, visit the Miette Hot Springs.
Day 10: Jasper/Canmore
Travel to Canmore via one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Stop at the Columbia Icefield en route.
Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. We stop a number of times along the way to take in the scenery and search for wildlife.
Day 11: Canmore/Calgary
Travel to Calgary, a modern city that honours its cowboy roots. Tour ends on arrival to Calgary.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Jane R. - Traveled, August 2023
I had a wonderful time it was so much fun I felt so confident and I also felt wild and free.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Christopher F. - Traveled, August 2023
Very enjoyable tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Katie J. - Traveled, August 2023
It was so easy and relaxing, smaller tours allowed you to make friends and it was just great
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Andrea S. - Traveled, July 2023
I felt that for the cost of this trip, the group leader (CEO) needed to be much better at being an engaging tour guide (more details later in survey).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2023
Deborah R. - Traveled, July 2023
Good for me but maybe not everyone
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/28/2023
Lucy G. - Traveled, September 2023
Our tour guide did amazing for not knowing the trip we were taking very well, it was a little disappointing that he wasn't knowledgeable of some of it but this was also out of his control
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2023
Annabel S. - Traveled, September 2023
The trip was great but the guide was not!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2023
Rachel M. - Traveled, September 2023
The itinerary was good but I'm not sure a guided tour is necessarily needed
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2023
Margaret C. - Traveled, September 2023
My husband and I have done traveling with some other tour company before. We are very please with the pace and small group set up with your company. We also enjoy good information from the CEO as we travel along side with different chances to do our own selections of dining or activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/20/2023
Gail H. - Traveled, August 2023
A LOT of van time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Virginie L. - Traveled, August 2023
This is my first G tour, but despite an overall good experience, quite a lot let it down. Can only judge from this one, but I am told by fellow travellers G are good.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/06/2023
Beate E. - Traveled, August 2023
it's a good way to travel solo and well organised.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/31/2023
Rosemary R. - Traveled, August 2023
While the trip was very well planned and thought out our CEO went over and above for us.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/31/2023
Sarto N. - Traveled, August 2023
Scenery ! Comfy hotels!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/19/2023
Christine B. - Traveled, August 2023
Small group size
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/17/2023
Katie H. - Traveled, August 2023
Very organised and easy to book.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/17/2023
Katie H. - Traveled, August 2023
Very organised and easy to book. Collected by G Adventures Louise F., August 11 Being able to relax and enjoy and not worry about the arrangements
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/17/2023
Louise F. - Traveled, August 2023
Being able to relax and enjoy and not worry about the arrangements
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Julie D. - Traveled, August 2023
I enjoyed my G Adventures tour, however, based on my recent experience I do not feel this type of trip is suitable for all age groups. I felt the activities were geared more to the fit active outdoor adventurer and not enough thought or consideration was given to alternative enjoyable experiences for those who did not fit this category.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Jane R. - Traveled, August 2023
You get the overall experience with these groups. And it doesn't matter how old you are as long as you're relatively fit you can join in on all the activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
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