Canadian Highlights Tour

Welcome to Vancouver, a vibrant metropolitan city. Vancouver is nestled between the majestic
Coast Mountains, the rugged Pacific coastline, and surrounded by a pristine wilderness of
temperate rainforest, lakes, valleys, and peaks. Its location and cosmopolitan culture make
Vancouver one of the most beautiful as well as highly live-able cities of the world. Its equitable
climate and variety of indoor and outdoor attractions makes Vancouver a year-round soughtafter travel destination.
Upon arrival, transferred to your hotel
Overnight in Vancouver.
Included Meal(s): Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

On our city sightseeing tour this morning, we discover why Vancouver is one of the most
interesting cities in North America. Our tour takes us through Stanley Park, Chinatown,
Gastown, past English Bay as well as some prestigious residential areas of Vancouver like
Shaughnessy. This afternoon we will experience the natural wonder of British Columbia’s Pacific
coastal rainforest and the thrill of standing 150 meters (450 ft) above the Capilano River at the
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.
Overnight in Vancouver.
Included Meal(s): Lunch and Dinner Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

Depart from Vancouver and drive through the farming communities of the Fraser Valley.
Ascend into the Coastal Mountains and follow the Coquihalla Highway to Kamloops, in the arid
interior of British Columbia. After lunch, retrace the route of the famous Overlanders along the
North Thompson River to reach your hotel in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper.
Overnight in Jasper.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

Traveling through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, we drive along the famous Icefields
Parkway which has been voted one of the most spectacular drives in the world. You will see for
yourself why this mountain road that boasts a unique landscape rich in history and natural
beauty second to none is so famous. Our day starts with a visit to see the powerful Athabasca
Falls. We rejoin the parkway and later arrive at the famous Columbia Icefields whose waters
feed three oceans; we visit the Interpretive Centre and have the experience of a lifetime - a ride
on the Ice Explorer vehicle for a close look at the Athabasca Glacier. A short distance later, we
take a detour to the shores of Abraham Lake to experience the Rockies from a completely
different perspective with a thrilling helicopter ride over the Rocky Mountains.
Overnight near Icefield Parkway.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

Lake Louise, a jewel of the Rockies surrounded by glistening glaciers and towering snow-capped
mountain peaks. You may have seen photos of the lake, but you will not be prepared for the
experience of rounding the corner, getting the first sight of the emerald, green waters, and the
rugged peaks as a backdrop. Late in the day, with the glowing sun dropping behind Mount
Victoria, you have likely never seen anything so dramatically beautiful. This afternoon we drive
along the famous Bow Valley Parkway, where wildlife sightings of caribou, elk, and occasionally,
bears, are common so keep your cameras handy. We stop at Johnston Canyon for a walk
through the deep rugged canyon with several waterfalls and then cross the Continental Divide
to the western slopes of the Rocky Mountain range into Yoho National Park in British Columbia.
The awe-inspiring Emerald Lake, filled with glacial run-off water that makes it glisten with the
blue-green hue of an emerald, is also one of our stops today. Nestled high in the Canadian
Rockies, the town of Banff is located within the Banff National Park. Once “Siding 29” on the
Canadian Pacific Railway, the town of Banff was intended to be a tourist town from its very
inception. The park’s first superintendent, George Stewart, even oriented the town’s first street
so that it offered the best possible view of Cascade Mountain. With easy access to pristine
wilderness, outdoor adventures, jaw-dropping landscape, and vibrant history, there are many
places to visit in Banff.
The town of Banff is a spirited place, and, in every direction, you are surrounded by strikingly
beautiful and rugged mountains that seem to burst straight out of the ground. The town site of
Banff covers almost 4 km2 and is at an elevation of 1,383 meters (4,537 feet), making it the
highest town in Canada. Banff is flanked on all sides by towering mountains, including Mount
Rundle, Sulphur Mountain, Mount Norquay, and Cascade Mountain. You may see a herd of elk
wandering down the main street during your early morning walk. The lively streets of
downtown are lined with top-class restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as a vibrant range of art
galleries and museums.
Overnight in Banff.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

The town of Banff is a spirited place, and, in every direction, you are surrounded by strikingly
beautiful and rugged mountains that seem to burst straight out of the ground. The town site of
Banff covers almost 4 km2 and is at an elevation of 1,383 meters (4,537 feet), making it the
highest town in Canada. Banff is flanked on all sides by towering mountains, including Mount
Rundle, Sulphur Mountain, Mount Norquay, and Cascade Mountain. You may see a herd of elk
wandering down the main street during your early morning walk. The lively streets of
downtown are lined with top-class restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as a vibrant range of art
galleries and museums. Before we end our Banff journey, we will make a stop at Cascade
Gardens and beautiful Bow Falls, then ride the gondola up Sulphur Mountain for an
unparalleled view of the mountains and valley below. Also included is time at the Cave & Basin
National Historic Site, which tells the story of the hot springs that drew visitors to Banff and led
to the creation of the National Park.
Overnight in Banff.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant

This morning we drive to Calgary, the largest city in the western Canadian province of Alberta
to connect to our afternoon flight to Toronto.
Arrive in Toronto and check in to your downtown hotel.
Along with being a commercial and financial powerhouse, Toronto has also successfully
positioned itself as a thriving artist community where music, theatre and movies come to life.
Hosting the prominent Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) every fall, Toronto shares the
name "Hollywood North" with Vancouver, a reference to the countless blockbuster movies
filmed in Toronto each year.
Overnight Toronto.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

This morning we will explore Toronto. A tour of Toronto includes Yonge Street, the longest
street in the world, Casa Loma, Chinatown, the waterfront and the CN Tower, an icon of
Toronto's skyline.
In the afternoon, we take the short drive to Niagara Falls, the self-proclaimed "Honeymoon
Capital of the World". The city of Niagara Falls sits on the banks of the Niagara River and
provides the perfect view of the famed falls, Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and the Bridal Veil
Falls. The three waterfalls straddle the international border of Canada and USA and collectively
have the highest flow rate of any waterfalls in the world, with a vertical drop of more than 165
ft. To fully appreciate the power of these waterfalls, we board the Hornblower Cruise, formerly
the Maid of the Mist, which allows us to cruise to the base of the thundering falls. After viewing
from the falls from their base, we rise high above them for a spectacular view from the Skylon
Tower.
Overnight Niagara Falls.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

Early this morning, we depart for Ottawa and upon arrival embark on a sightseeing tour of this
fascinating city. We start with a guided tour of Parliament Hill. Designed and built in a gothic
revival style and featuring national symbols of Canada throughout its design, Parliament Hill
stands on the banks of the Ottawa River and is affectionately known by locals and politicians as
"The Hill". Our tour of Ottawa continues showcasing the Rideau Canal, a National Historic Site
and UNESCO World Heritage Site; it is the oldest operational canal system in North America.
The Rideau Canal system locks work to join the Ottawa River to Lake Ontario and the St.
Lawrence River system. We visit the Museum of Nature and then the Canadian Museum of
History. We conclude the day at Byward Market where an array of local food artisans showcase a wide variety of foods. The Byward Market is a wonderful place to enjoy your evening at
leisure in Ottawa.
Overnight Ottawa.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

This morning we depart for Montreal.
Montreal is a stylish and elegant city with a distinctly European flair offering a vibrant mix of
the old and new where you can immerse yourself in the French heritage of North America.
Today we enjoy a classic city tour with an expert local guide. Experience an overview of
Montréal and its historical sites, where you will discover all the characteristics this city has to
offer. See the highlights of one of the world's largest French-speaking cities in the world with
stops at the city's best attractions, where you can explore and have time to take pictures. You
will visit the Notre-Dame Basilica, St. Joseph's Oratory, residential and financial districts, Old
Montréal, French Quarter, McGill University and take in some panoramic views from an
observation point on top of Mount Royal, from which Montréal gets its name.
There will be time to stroll through narrow cobbled lanes with 17th century buildings, quaint
shops, galleries, and sidewalk cafés. Montréal is a city with a thousand different flavours, from
award-winning restaurants to ethnic food stalls and locally grown products.
Overnight in Montreal.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

This morning, continue to Québec City.
Today we discover Québec City (the Upper and Lower Towns) through its history, architecture,
and culture. We explore the walled city and the historic Lower Town, but also travel outside the
city walls to see Parliament Hill and the famous Plains of Abraham. Old Québec is a UNESCO
designated World Heritage City. Many Québec historic sites such as the Québec fortifications,
Chateau Frontenac, Québec Citadel, Plains of Abraham, and Québec Île d ‘Orléans make up
important landmarks of Old Québec City and the nearby region. Many different influences have
shaped Québec’s history over the past 400 years – the First Nations, the French, the Acadians,
the British, the Americans, the Germans and the Irish, to name a few. There is a lot to discover
here on foot. We plan to walk through some pedestrian areas like the Dufferin Terrasse, around
Chateau Frontenac, Place-Royale (birthplace of the city), and the Petit-Champlain borough.
Overnight in Québec City.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner at Indian buffet restaurant (where available)

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
End of arrangements.