CANADIAN DISCOVERY

OVERVIEW

Our lakeside campsite in British Columbia's Paul Lake Provincial Park is perfect for a refreshing swim or to try the nearby white water rafting; Banff's hot springs and Lake Louise are picture perfect; and the walk along the immense Athabasca glacier will always be remembered. With active days filled with cycling, hiking or horse riding, the Canadian Discovery is the perfect family holiday!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Services of two professional Footloose tour leaders for maximum support and flexibility. (Departures with less than 8 passengers will have one tour leader)
• All transportation by private adventure vehicle
• 11 nights camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag) & 1 night hotel included
• Glacier walk
• Hot springs
• Admission to all National and Provincial Parks and Monuments as per itinerary
• All meals while camping

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

• Canoeing US$25-US$75
• Whitewater Rafting US$30-$150
• Excellent National Park hikes US$FREE
• Horseback Riding US$45-$115
• Mountain biking in the Rockies US$40-$95

TRIP ITINERARY

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local and operational conditions may vary and unforeseen circumstances can arise, the following itinerary should be used as a guideline.

Days: 1 Arrive Seattle

Arrive into Seattle and transfer (not included) to our gateway hotel at your leisure. Rest of day to relax and prepare for your adventure.
Meals: Paid locally | Accommodation: Hotel included

Days: 2-3 Seattle & Paul Lake Provincial Park

After a border crossing and scenic drive we set up our lakeside camp in Paul Lake Provincial Park in the heart of British Columbia. Take a stroll along the water's edge or refresh yourself with a swim in the mountain water. Surrounded by glaciers we make our way over Rogers Pass and into Yoho National Park.
Meals: Included | Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 4-5 Yoho National Park

"Yoho" derives from a Cree Indian word for "wonder" or "astonishment" and it fits! Explore the Emerald Lake area or stroll the many nearby trails. Yoho is home to the Kicking Horse river and an exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure for the whole family (optional). Alternatively, take a walk amidst this mountain splendour.
Meals: Included | Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 6-8 Banff National Park

Banff National Park has it all - ride the cable car to the top of Sulphur Mountain where you can take in a 360 degree view of the surrounding landscape. At the bottom, soak in the mountain's natural hot springs before a fun family night in town. The next day why not choose to canoe the Bow River, rent bikes or view the scenic grandeur from a helicopter.
Meals: Included | Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 9-10 Lake Louise & Jasper National Park

We'll have time to explore the turquoise waters of Lake Louise or take a hike to the tea house and be rewarded by the best chocolate cake in Canada. En route to Jasper National Park, we drive along the Icefields Parkway, perhaps the most beautiful road in the world. Strap on your crampons for a fun and safe guided-walk on Athabasca glacier. Despite its remote location Jasper buzzes with energy. Rent bicycles for an easy ride along mountain lakes, streams, and meadows. Catch a glimpse of an elk or a bighorn sheep on your hike, or get a taste of Canadian hospitality wandering the streets of Jasper.
Meals: Included | Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 11 Wells Gray Provincial Park & Vancouver

The scenic Yellowhead Highway brings us to the edge of Wells Gray Provincial Park. Eat a bison burger, take a horseback ride, canoe the wilderness, and stand on the edge of Helmcken Falls. Heading west, Vancouver's beauty looms on the horizon as we approach the coast of British Columbia. This vibrant city offers something for everyone - rich Native American history, beautiful parks and exciting streets of museums and shops. Explore Gastown and Canada Place, cycle or stroll through the seaside Stanley Park, one of the largest and most beautiful city Parks in the world.
Meals: Included | Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 12 Seattle

Saying goodbye to Canada, we head back to Seattle, the coffee capital of the world, where our adventure ends.

Tour ends at 18:00 hours in Seattle on day 12.

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