Christmas Vancouver, Banff & Rockies - 5 days

Christmas Vancouver, Banff & Rockies - 5 days

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Christmas Vancouver, Banff & Rockies - 5 days

5 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada

Visiting: Vancouver, Banff, Golden

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 34

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

6-

Tour operated in:

English
From: $1525

NB: Prices correct on 23-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the magic of a Canadian Christmas with our 5-day tour through Vancouver, Banff, and the Rockies. Begin your journey in Vancouver, traveling through scenic landscapes to Kamloops for a wine tasting and an Indigenous cultural talk. Continue to Banff, where you'll celebrate Christmas with a sleigh ride, sightseeing, and a festive dinner. Enjoy free time in Golden, complete with a campfire and s'mores. Explore the stunning Emerald Lake and Lake Louise, with opportunities for ice skating. This tour includes 4 nights in 3-4 star hotels, breakfasts, a Christmas dinner, and all transportation in a private minibus or coach.

Highlights

  • Kamloops - Indulge in a selection of premium wines in the Okanagan Valley, and experience an educational talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band, providing entertaining stories and legends

  • Banff - Celebrate Christmas in Banff! Participate in winter activities, sightseeing, shopping, enjoy an authentic sleigh ride through winter wonderland, and finish with a festive Christmas dinner

  • Golden - Enjoy free time in Golden, and indulge in s'mores, creating memories around the campfire

  • Revelstoke - Explore the beautiful Emerald Lake and Lake Louise and embrace the serene views and atmosphere, with the opportunity for ice skating

  • Marvel at sights enroute, including the scenic Coquihalla Highway, Bridal Falls, and Canada’s only desert

  • Visit Roger’s Pass National Historic Site and Emerald Lake before exploring Lake Louise

  • Take in the sights from Sulphur Mountain by way of Gondola

  • Stop at Craigellachie, the site of the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway

Itinerary

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Day 1: Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation Name: riverside accommodation

Vancouver - Kamloops. Depart from Canada Place in Vancouver at 8:00 am (please arrive by 7:45 am). The exciting journey begins here! Our friendly tour guide will begin with introductions and various games to help break the ice. They will share intriguing facts as we leave the city and head towards the mountains. Marvel at sights enroute, including the scenic Coquihalla Highway, Bridal Falls, and Canada’s only desert.





We then stop in Kamloops for a local Canadian lunch. Following lunch, enjoy wine tasting at one of the Okanagan’s premier wineries. Check into the charming riverside accommodation and unwind. Finally, to top a fantastic first day off, partake in a First Nations Cultural Talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band. An Indigenous Cultural Host will share engaging stories and legends around a campfire.

Day 2: Kamloops To Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Kamloops - Banff. Enjoy a complimentary hotel breakfast to fuel us for the day ahead. We then depart from the hotel in the morning and navigate through the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park. We'll pay a visit to Roger's Pass National Historic Site and Emerald Lake before exploring Lake Louise, with optional ice skating (seasonal).





We continue our journey to Banff and once there, there's time to check into the hotel. Once settled, enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along Banff Avenue, and make sure to dine at one of the many restaurants.

Day 3: Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Banff. Celebrate Christmas in the heart of the Rockies!





Start your festivities with breakfast at the hotel. We then embark on a scenic sleigh ride through a magical winter wonderland. We proceed to a guided driving tour of Banff with sightseeing including Bow Falls, HooDoos, and more.





The rest of the day is for leisure, with opportunity to explore the local area, or, if feeling adventurous, book an optional activity. Take in the sights from Sulphur Mountain by way of Gondola (additional cost). There are also numerous winter activities such as ice walking, snowshoeing, or skiing/snowboarding for those feeling brave. Finally, wrap this magical day up with a delectable Christmas dinner, creating special memories with the rest of the group.



Day 4: Golden

Location: Golden

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Banff - Golden. Start the day with complimentary breakfast. Decide whether to go skiing/snowboarding, or simply relax and spend the day in Banff. In the afternoon, we will journey towards Golden. Upon arrival, check into the hotel, and unwind using the hotels amenities for the rest of the evening, with free time for dinner. Finish the evening with a group campfire and learn how to make authentic s'mores.



Day 5: Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast

Golden - Vancouver. Tuck into our final breakfast at the hotel before departing Golden. We make a stop at Craigellachie, the site of the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Throughout the journey, pass time with onboard entertainment. Schedule permitting, we return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30 PM.





Please note: The tour itinerary may be adjusted at the time of travel due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather, road closures, and traffic.

What's Included

  • 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner

  • 4 nights 3-4 star hotels

  • Escorted by an experienced, friendly and fun tour guide

  • All relevant transportation in a private minibus or coach

  • Scenic sightseeing stops enroute

  • Sleigh ride through winter wonderland

  • All park passes

  • Admission to the Okanagan Valley winery tour

  • Authentic Indigenous experience: storytelling around a campfire

  • Traditional Canadian campfire & s'mores

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What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Airport transfers

  • Travel Insurance

  • Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions

  • Optional activities

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with all relevant transportation provided in a private minibus or coach, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey through the stunning landscapes of Canada.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights in 3-4 star hotels, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey in Vancouver, Kamloops, Banff, and Golden.

Age Policy

Minimum age 6 (19 for any included wine / cider tasting). No maximum age.Child discounts for 2-12 yr olds and also 13-18 yr olds (lower discount) - child prices in Lemax

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 4 nights in 3-4 star hotels.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transportation is provided in a private minibus or coach.

  • Is there a tour guide provided for the duration of the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by an experienced, friendly, and fun tour guide.

  • Are there any special activities included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a sleigh ride through a winter wonderland, an Indigenous storytelling experience around a campfire, and a traditional Canadian campfire with s'mores.

  • What is the luggage allowance for this tour?

    Each guest is allowed one piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag.

  • Are park passes included in the tour package?

    Yes, all park passes are included in the tour package.

  • Is there an opportunity for wine tasting during the tour?

    Yes, admission to the Okanagan Valley winery tour is included.

  • What is the minimum age requirement for this tour?

    The minimum age for the tour is 6 years old, and 19 years old for any included wine or cider tasting.

  • Are there any child discounts available?

    Yes, there are child discounts for 2-12 year olds and also for 13-18 year olds, with a lower discount for the latter group.

  • What happens if there are unforeseen circumstances during the tour?

    The tour itinerary may be adjusted at the time of travel due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, road closures, and traffic.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

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07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

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Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

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09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

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Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

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I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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