Glacier National Park & the Canadian Rockies
Glacier National Park & the Canadian Rockies
9 Days Starting in CALGARY and ending in Calgary, AB, Canada
Visiting: Calgary, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site, Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada, Glacier National Park, Going-to-the-Sun Road, Whitefish, Fort Steele, Kootenay National Park, Banff, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper, Maligne Lake, Athabasca Glacier, North America
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CS-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$3816
$3434
Barrhead discount: -$382
NB: Prices correct on 31-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
What do you get when you combine ancient glaciers, a legendary icefield, and all the wonders beneath the snow-capped Canadian peaks? One of the coolest vacations there is! This nine-day tour through the Canadian Rockies and Montana’s Glacier National Park is an adventure filled with wild history, wild scenery, wildlife, and wild rides. Aboard a famous vintage Red Jammer, a massive ice explorer, a glass-walled boat (and even a flightseeing helicopter should you choose) you’ll relish the best views of big skies, bighorn sheep, and even bigger bears. From rugged gold rush territory to the sparkling turquoise waters of Banff and Jasper National Parks, there are so many gems to sink your teeth into on this Canadian Rockies vacation. We suggest starting with a tender filet of Alberta beef and a heavenly slice of homemade huckleberry pie.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Calgary, Alberta
Location: Calgary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Delta Calgary Downtown
Meals Included: No Meals
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2 : Calgary, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Waterton Lakes National Park
Location: Calgary, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site, Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Bayshore Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Before departing Calgary, enjoy an orientation tour of the city’s highlights. Travel south along the Macleod Trail. Tour Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a local First Nation’s guide. Then, on to scenic Waterton Lakes National Park with a photo stop at Cameron Falls.
Day 3 : Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier National Park, Montana, Going-To-The-Sun Road, Whitefish, Montana
Location: Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada, Glacier National Park, Going-to-the-Sun Road, Whitefish
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grouse Mountain Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enter Montana through Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and behold the awesome snow-capped peaks of Glacier National Park. Take a scenic ride on the Red Jammer Bus on spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road. Before arriving at your resort, enjoy a made-from-scratch piece of [LF] huckleberry pie or ice cream tasting.
Day 4 : Whitefish, Fort Steele, British Columbia, Kootenay National Park, Banff, Alberta
Location: Whitefish, Fort Steele, Kootenay National Park, Banff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Banff Ptarmigan Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Re-enter Canada this morning, with a stop in British Columbia before crossing into Alberta. Visit the restored town of Fort Steele, where fortunes were made during the Kootenay Gold Rush. Next, drive through the steep red cliffs of Sinclair Canyon and Kootenay National Park before entering Banff National Park, the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The evening is free to enjoy the village’s shops, galleries, and restaurants.
Day 5 : Banff National Park
Location: Banff National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Banff Ptarmigan Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, sightseeing includes a stop at beautiful Bow Falls. The balance of the day is at leisure. You may choose to join an optional helicopter flightseeing trip for unsurpassed views of the Rockies.
Day 6 : Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper
Location: Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow breathtaking Icefields Parkway today and head for Jasper National Park. One highlight of your vacation: a visit to famous Lake Louise. Then, climb to Sunwapta Pass to savor stunning vistas of alpine meadows, waterfalls, and glacier masses. There’s time this afternoon for an optional float trip down the historic Athabasca River.
Day 7 : Jasper. Excursion To Maligne Lake
Location: Maligne Lake, Jasper
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The morning is at leisure. Optional activities include hiking, canoeing, and strolling the streets of Jasper. Later, journey to Maligne Lake for a [LF] narrated cruise of the glacial lake and Spirit Island. Afterward, enjoy a lakeside dinner with incredible views and local fare including famous Alberta beef.
Day 8 : Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Calgary
Location: Jasper, Athabasca Glacier, Calgary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Delta Calgary Downtown
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, visit Athabasca Falls and then retrace the route south along Icefields Parkway. Stop at the Columbia Icefield for a memorable ride aboard an Ice Explorer. Continue to Calgary, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. Over dessert, be entertained by a local [LF] cowboy poet who will bring the region’s Western heritage to life through stories and songs—a perfect ending to your vacation.
Day 9 : Calgary
Location: Calgary
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Banff National Park|Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump|Jasper National Park|Kootenay National Park|Waterton Glacier International Peace Park
Notes
Enjoy more time in Calgary to see the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” with exciting rodeo action, chuckwagon races, and more. Available on the CSE June 30 & July 1 departures.Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.The visit to Logan Pass, in Glacier National Park, is normally possible from mid-June to mid- September. If unable to travel to Logan Pass, alternative sightseeing by Red Jammer bus will be done.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 3 dinners
Accommodation
Calgary:Delta Calgary DowntownWaterton Lakes Park:Bayshore InnWhitefish:Grouse Mountain LodgeBanff:Mount Royal HotelJasper:Crimson Lodge
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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