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from US$1556*
from CA$1915*
*plus Kitty US$105
Physical
culture shock
• Sleep under the stars
at a cowboy ranch
• Trek Canada’s Rocky
Mountains parks
• Bike through the
Valley of Five Lakes
• Ride an ice-mobile in
the Athabasca Glacier
• Tackle white-water
rapids on
Kicking Horse River
21 days, ex Vancouver
ITINERARY... Days 1-3 Vancouver/Wells Gray Provincial
Park Head to British Columbia’s third-largest provincial park and
watch the terrain become even wilder. Sleep under the stars at a
cowboy ranch. Days 4-6 Jasper National Park Trek to one of
Canada’s largest Rocky Mountains parks. Experience a sense of
sublime wonder while standing among ancient mountains, lofty
pines and mesmerising blue lakes. Days 7-9 Icefields Parkway/
Banff National Park/Lake Louise Venture into Canada’s oldest
national park to ride an ice-mobile in the Athabasca Glacier. A
playground for outdoor enthusiasts, Banff features valleys and
mountains formed millions of years ago. After a jam-packed
day, take time out at the tranquil Lake Louise. Days 10-11
Yoho National Park/Golden Get pulses racing on an optional
white-water rafting trip on Kicking Horse River. Visit the amazing
Takakkaw Falls - at 254 m, they’re Canada’s tallest. Journey through
dramatic parkland to Golden. Day 12 Glacier National Park/
Mt Revelstoke National Park While the name leaves little to
the imagination, the icy landscapes of Glacier National Park are
truly extraordinary. Admire some of the 400 glaciers on show,
before heading onto Mt Revelstoke and the world’s only temperate
inland rainforest. An afternoon hike offers a great opportunity
• Count the glaciers at
Glacier National Park
to see it up-close. Day 13 Hope Visit this promising town
• Explore the
temperate rainforest
at Mt Revelstoke
the chainsaw-carving capital of Canada, Hope is speckled with
• Experience the
pristine landscapes
of British Columbia
range of outdoor activities including sea kayaking, hiking, whale
situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers. As
curious carved statues depicting eagles, bears and cougars. Days
14-17 Vancouver Island Spend the next few days exploring
the largest island off North America’s west coast. Choose from a
watching, boating and salmon fishing. Day 18 Victoria Travel
Above: White-water rafting - Elena Pokrovskaya
Below: Serene scene, Canadian Rockies
south to the capital of British Columbia and venture into the quaint
English gardens and flower beds of Victoria. Marvel at the British
colonial-style architecture and the surrounding historical buildings
and houses. Days 19-21 Vancouver Admire the picturesque
vistas and emerald forests of Western Canada’s largest city. Amble
through raucous Chinatown or chilled-out ‘Kits’. Why not mark the
end of the adventure with some delicious Vancouver Island lamb.
ACCOMMODATION Camping (20 nts) TRANSPORT Private van, ferry, walking
GROUP SIZE Max 13 MEALS Trip Kitty covers some breakfasts & dinners BUDGET
Allow CA$450 for meals & activities not included DEPARTS Selected Sun
GUARANTEE Departure Guaranteed
Start Finish
2009
03 May 23 May
24 May 13 Jun
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14 Jun 04 Jul
05 Jul 25 Jul
26 Jul 15 Aug
16 Aug 05 Sep
TRIP CODE
SXAC
33