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Icons of Western Canada & Long Beach Lodge Resort

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 Trip Length
19 Days
 Trip Starts
Victoria
 Trip Finishes
Vancouver
19 Day Icons of Western Canada & Long Beach Lodge Resort Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Canada
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Max. Group Size
36
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
RPLT-1

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 19 Day Icons of Western Canada & Long Beach Lodge Resort. Canada is world-renowned for its spectacular natural treasures and we will introduce you to all of its wild and wonderful jewels. From the majestic Rocky Mountains, to the scenic Athabasca Glacier, and the magnificent black bears to a wealth of marine mammals. Mother Nature has been kind to Canada and its western region is a naturalist’s paradise. With a fine collection of excellent accommodation and iconic train journeys, you will never find it wanting in luxury either. Explore its rich...read more indigenous culture, learn about its majestic native wildlife, talk to a retired Canadian Mountie, visit the quaint, picturesque town of Tofino, and experience the iconic Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service. Pamper yourself at some of the most premium accommodation in the country – from historic Hotel Fairmont Empress to the boutique oceanfront Long Beach Lodge.

Itinerary

Your journey into wonder begins with a two night Special Stay at Victoria’s iconic The Fairmont Empress. Celebrate tonight at a welcome dinner. (D)

Explore the spectacular Butchart Gardens. Freechoice: Look out for Orcas on a whale watching cruise by Zodiac or cruise boat. Alternatively, enjoy a Scenic Floatplane or indulge in an “Eat Like a Canadian” walking tour. (B)

Cross Georgia Strait by ferry. Visit Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler. Enrich: Join renowned Black bear expert researcher Michael Allen for an enlightening session about these extraordinary creatures. Enjoy a two night Special Stay at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Freechoice Dining: Choose from a selection of restaurants in Whistler. Floatplane flight - Soar over Georgia Strait on an optional floatplane flight to Whistler (additional expense and subject to seasonal operations). (B/D)

Freechoice: Whistler is an outdoor adventure playground. You might choose to soar above Whistler on a helicopter flight, enjoy the view by Zipline or Peak 2 Peak Gondola or take a mountain adventure tour. (B)

Drive to the alpine village of Sun Peaks where you’ll stay at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel. Freechoice: Enjoy a choice of restaurants at your hotel tonight. (B/D)

After breakfast, travel to Jasper via Mt Robson, the Rockies’ highest peak. Enjoy a two night stay at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Enrich: Jasper National Park is one of the world’s largest dark sky preserves. Join local guides from Jasper Planetarium for a breathtaking Dark Sky Experience and an exclusive twilight supper. (B/D)

Freechoice: Don your leathers and hit the open road in a Harley Davidson™ sidecar, go rafting down the Athabasca River or boating on Maligne Lake. Alternatively, take a scenic drive around Jasper’s stunning lakes and explore Maligne Canyon or ride the Jasper SkyTram. (B)

Drive along one of the most famous roads in the world, the Icefields Parkway, then take an ‘Ice Explorer’ onto the Athabasca Glacier. Visit Lake Louise, a true natural wonder, and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise where you’ll enjoy a two night Special Stay in a stunning lakeview room. Freechoice Dining: Enjoy a choice of restaurants at your hotel tonight, from fine to casual dining. (B/D)

For the early-riser or the budding photographer, set a sunrise wake-up call to capture the stunning colours painted across the mountain, lake and glacier outside your window. (B)

Small town charm nestled in stunning mountain scenery greets you in Banff. Enrich: Meet a retired member of the Mounties for an insight into their role in Canadian history and the country today. Settle into your two night Special Stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Freechoice Dining: Choose from a range of restaurants. (B/D)

Freechoice: Choose to ascend Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola for awe-inspiring views of Bow Valley or take a helicopter flight over the Three Sisters Peaks. Alternatively, enjoy a Bow River float trip, take a guided nature hike or rejuvenate in the relaxing mineral pools. Whichever activity you choose, you’re sure to be swept away by Banff National Park, the first national park established in Canada and a World Heritage-listed Site. Enrich: Head out at dusk on a unique wildlife spotting experience in search of Banff’s magnificent beasts including deer, elk, caribou and the elusive Grizzly bear. (B)

Embark on one of the most iconic rail journeys in the world, the Rocky Mountaineer. Be pampered by GoldLeaf Service in your glass dome carriage. Tonight, stay at a Kamloops hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer. (B/L)

View the confluence of the Fraser and Thompson rivers from your glass-dome carriage. Later, you’ll arrive at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, where you’ll be comfortably appointed for the next two nights. (B/L)

Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park as it opens early, exclusively for Scenic guests. Be the first to wander among the glistening morning dew of the rainforest, before the crowds arrive. Later, a sightseeing tour will showcase Vancouver’s hidden treasures. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow adventurers for a final group dinner. (B/D)

Arrive at the quaint region on Tofino by a seaplane flight. The coastal aerial views on the way there are truly breathtaking. Check into the boutique Long Beach Lodge Resort, your home for the next three days. Explore the resort’s oceanview property, and enjoy the spectacular views of Cox Bay. (B)

Today you will explore the majestic wildlife of Canada on board a “Catch of the Day” marine wildlife tour. Take a seat in the comfortable heated vessel and keep a look out for breaching whales against the rugged coastline. It is not just aquatic mammals that will you spot today. Witness black bears flipping rocks to look for crabs at low tide and enjoying a seafood meal. On board a coastline cruise along the North Pacific Ocean, you will have the chance to view a variety of whale population, including grey, humpback and killer whales, as well seals, sea lions, porpoise and coastal bird species. (B)

After a day of active exploration, today is your day of leisure to explore the many amenities of your boutique resort. Explore the charming town, or relax by the beach and take in the stunning Pacific sunset. And to infuse your day with an element of adventure, the Long Beach Lodge Resort’s?Surf Club Adventure Centre offers a wide range of surfing gear rentals and lessons. (B)

Enjoy a delightful farewell breakfast in the warm and cosy environs of the resort before boarding your seaplane back to Vancouver and an overnight at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. (B)

Your wondrous journey comes to an end as you transfer to Vancouver airport. Please book your flight to depart out of Vancouver after 05:00 PM. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change.

Trip Inclusions

Scenic Luxury Experience
Scenic Luxury Experience

Handcrafted 5-star journeys featuring the very best inclusions and a host of memorable moments. When you travel with Scenic, everything is taken care of. Read more

Special Stays
Special Stays

Scenic offer the full range of Fairmont Hotels and Resorts for the most iconic and memorable Canadian experience. Read more

Scenic Enrich
Scenic Enrich

Scenic's seasoned Journey Designers have handpicked and created a range of exclusive experiences that will be among the highlights of your journey. Read more

The nth Degree
The nth Degree

When you travel with Scenic, everything is taken care of, including transfers and tipping. All transport, whether it's by coach or rail, is of the very highest standard. Read more

Scenic Freechoice
Scenic Freechoice

Choose between a vast range of activities, sightseeing and dining experiences to ensure you only see what you want to see and do what you want to do, at a pace that suits you. Read more

Rail Journeys
Rail Journeys

Travel on some of the world’s most luxurious trains including the iconic Rocky Mountaineer & Princess Rail. Read more

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Prices & Dates

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Note
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