Festive Wonders

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 Trip Length
12 Days
 Trip Starts
Calgary
 Trip Finishes
Victoria
12 Day Festive Wonders  Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Canada
Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
50
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
URXWC12

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 12 Day Festive Wonders . Fairy-tale landscapes and crisp mountain air. Horse-drawn sleighs gliding along frozen lakeside trails. Dazzling lights glittering across snow-capped trees. This is Christmas in Canada. Experience the festive season in this winter wonderland on a magnificent 12-day tour, exploring Calgary, the Rockies, Vancouver and Victoria.

Itinerary

Welcome to Calgary where you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception. Stay: Calgary, Marriott Downtown Hotel

Departing Calgary, begin your journey through the Rocky Mountains to Banff National Park. Travel to picturesque Lake Louise, which is also known as the ‘Jewel of the Rockies'. Stay: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Sleigh Ride Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride along a frozen lakeside trail. This activity must be pre-booked.

After breakfast, we depart Lake Louise for Banff. On arrival, enjoy a guided tour of this magnificent town, visiting key landmarks and highlights. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Stay Three Nights: Banff Park Lodge (B)

Spend today at leisure to discover beautiful Banff. Perhaps enjoy one of our Enhance Your Journey experiences on offer. (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Johnston Canyon Ice Walk Traverse steel catwalks for views of the Johnston Canyon, then pass the lower falls to the breathtaking upper icefalls. This activity must be pre-booked.

Enhance Your Journey - Dog Sled Ride Try your hand as a dog musher during this unforgettable experience. Spend time on a spectacular mountain trail and get to know your team of huskies. This activity must be pre-booked.

Enhance Your Journey - Banff Experience Discover the turquoise lakes, snow-capped mountains, Indigenous history and quaint village of this popular winter wonderland.

Merry Christmas! There is truly nothing like waking up on Christmas morning with fresh snow underfoot as you breathe in crisp mountain air. Christmas in Banff will be magical today. Enjoy free time in this spectacular town to revel in the festive cheer that surrounds you. After some time exploring the wonders of Christmas in town, rejoin your fellow guests for a festive celebration dinner. (B/D)

This morning after breakfast, journey along the spectacular Icefields Parkway to Jasper. Considered to be the world's most famous highway, this route ascends through beautiful alpine scenery before arriving in the resort town of Jasper. Stay: Crimson Jasper or similar (B/D)

This morning following breakfast, it's time to board your overnight VIA Rail journey. Throughout your journey on board, you'll enjoy unobstructed access to the glass-domed observation deck, which provides breathtaking, panoramic views of the passing winter wonderland. Stay: VIA Rail sleeper train (B/L/D)

Arrive in Vancouver and enjoy time exploring the city on a sightseeing tour, which takes you to the Waterfront, Gastown, Granville Island and Stanley Park. Later this afternoon, an incredible Insider Experience awaits. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel (B)

Insider Experience - Canyon Lights Display Step into a world of wonder as you explore the Canyon Lights display, which transforms Capilano Suspension Bridge Park into a dazzling spectacle during the festive season. Marvel at the hundreds of thousands of lights glittering throughout the rainforest and across the suspension bridge, creating a majestic winter wonderland.

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore beautiful Vancouver. Perhaps choose one of our Enhance Your Journey experiences on offer. (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Flyover Canada Experience View Canada's most incredible sights on a truly breathtaking virtual flight simulator experience.

Enhance Your Journey - Grouse Mountain Enjoy views of lush greenery, the spectacular city of Vancouver and the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Experience the magical Light Walk after dusk.

Enhance Your Journey - Hop-On, Hop-Off City Tour Take in the sights of Vancouver at your own pace during a self-guided hop-on, hop-off bus tour.

Depart Vancouver and take a ferry across the Georgia Strait to the charming city of Victoria. Stay Two Nights: Victoria, The Parkside Hotel and Spa (B)

Enjoy today at leisure to further explore Victoria and soak up the brilliant atmosphere of New Year's Eve in this dreamy city. British Columbia's elegant capital is a delight at this time of year. Perhaps choose one of the Enhance Your Journey experiences available to you. Tonight, enjoy a special Farewell and New Year's Eve Dinner with your fellow guests at The Butchart Gardens. (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour Embark on a traditional horse-drawn carriage tour through Victoria and learn about the charming city's culture and history. Visit the picturesque James Bay district, known for its vibrant waterfront. See the serene, lush gardens of Beacon Hill Park, Victoria's oldest church and Thunderbird Park, home to many traditional First Nations totem poles.

Enhance Your Journey - Traditional Afternoon Tea Savour a traditional afternoon tea at Fairmont Empress Hotel's historic Lobby Lounge, complete with live piano accompaniment, local ingredients and decadent treats.

Insider Experience - New Year's Eve Dinner at The Butchart Gardens Explore The Butchart Gardens' vivid floral displays before enjoying a special Farewell and New Year's Eve Dinner in the original Butchart family residence. Indulge in a delicious menu as you ring in the new year with your fellow travellers.

Today, your festive adventure comes to an end. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Canyon Lights: Step into a world of wonder as you explore the Canyon Lights display, which transforms Capilano Suspension Bridge Park into a dazzling spectacle during the festive season. Marvel at the hundreds of thousands of lights glittering throughout the rainforest and across the suspension bridge, creating a majestic winter wonderland.
  • New Year's Eve Dinner: Explore The Butchart Gardens' vivid floral displays before enjoying a special Farewell and New Year's Eve Dinner in the original Butchart family residence. Indulge in a delicious menu as you ring in the new year with your fellow travellers.

  • 11 nights premium accommodation
  • One night aboard VIA Rail’s snow train in Sleeper Class
  • Celebrate Christmas day in Banff
  • Prices include airport transfers and gratuities

  • 19 meals - 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 7 dinners
  • Enjoy a Welcome Reception

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • VIA Rail: Private twin cabins feature an upper and lower bed
  • Prices are for land/rail only. Flights not included (unless specified)
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Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.

Note
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