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206 western canada º fly-drives
call 01306 742888 / www.kuoni.co.uk / see your travel agent
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Mountain Explorer
There is no better way to explore Western Canada than driving the open roads and soaking up the amazing scenery and atmosphere that this beautiful region has to offer. your itinerary
Vancouver: 2 nights º Penticton: 1 night Revelstoke: 1 night º Banff: 2 nights º Jasper: 2 nights º Prince George: 1 night º Smithers: 1 night º Prince Rupert: 1 night º Port Hardy: 1 night º Campbell River: 1 night º Victoria: 2 nights º Vancouver: 1 night
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DAY 5 TO DAY 6 ² Drive through Glacier National Park and
DAY 1 TO DAY 2 ² Depart London Heathrow on your British
Rogers Pass en route to the Canadian Rockies. Yoho National Park marks the provincial border between British Columbia and Alberta. A stop at Lake Louise is a must to see the acclaimed Jewel of the Rockies', the turquoise lake has a stunning backdrop and will surely take your breath away. Continue your drive to Banff where you'll stay for the next two nights. The following day is free for you to enjoy Banff at your leisure. Walk around the pretty town, visit Banff National History Museum or for those who enjoy the water, take a boat tour on nearby Lake Minnewanka (approx. 177 miles).
DAY 7 TO DAY 8 ² Continue your journey along the dramatic
Airways flight to Vancouver arriving later the same day. Collect your Alamo rental car on arrival and drive to your hotel, where your step-by-step driving kit will be waiting for you. The next day is entirely at leisure for you to explore this beautiful waterfront city. Drive to Grouse Mountain for a bird's eye view of Vancouver's skyline, walk along the Capilano suspension bridge or take a city tour visiting highlights including Stanley Park, Gastown and Chinatown.
DAY 3 ² Take time to visit Vancouver further, before taking the scenic drive to Penticton. Located in the Okanagan Valley it is known for its many vineyards, beautiful warm lakes and beaches (approx. 257 miles). DAY 4 ² Morning at leisure to enjoy the pleasant climate in the
Icefields Parkway to Jasper. Throughout your drive, you'll witness amazing mountain vistas, walls of ice and beautiful lakes, which is why it's one of the world's most classic drives. Make a stop at the Columbia Icefields where you can ride in a specially designed Snowcoach' on to Athabasca Glacier. Stay in Jasper for the next two nights and explore the unique landscapes of this stunning National Park including serene lakes, jagged peaks and spectacular glaciers. Take a cruise on Maligne Lake, visit Miette Hot Springs or ride on the Jasper Tramway (approx. 179 miles).
DAY 9 ² Today's route will take you along the Yellowhead
Okanagan Valley before you head north east to Revelstoke passing spectacular waterfalls, towering peaks and beautiful lakes. Stay overnight near Revelstoke (approx. 162 miles).
Highway past Mount Robson, before you enter back in to British Columbia and drive through dense forests and along the Fraser River to Prince George for an overnight stay (approx. 233 miles).
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