Trans-Canada Explorer
The best of Canada from East to West - this ultimate Canadian experience reveals the beauty and diversity of this extraordinary country.
Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City
Stunning Niagara Falls
Enjoy a boat ride in the St Lawrence Islands National Parl en route from Kingston
Ottawa's Rideau Canal and Parliament buildings
A Royal Canadian Mounted Policeman (Mountie) in Ottawa
Quebec City on the St Lawrence River
Montreal
Montreal's skyline
Calgary
Enjoy a snowcoach ride on the Athabasca Glacier
Jasper National Park
Victoria
Vancouver
Why rush? Vancouver is perfect for a 2 day extension
Why not add a 7 night cruise to Alaska?
Enjoy a dip in the pool while you watch the glaciers drift by!
Enjoy a cocktail in the Piano Bar
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Toronto.
Fly to Toronto where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
DAY 2: Toronto - Niagara Falls - Toronto.
See Toronto's major landmarks today, including the CN Tower and Roger's Stadium. Later, visit thundering Niagara Falls. View the falls from above and onboard the Maid of the Mist, for a close up view from the river below the falls.
DAY 3: Toronto - Kingston - Ivy Lea - Ottawa.
Leave Ontario's capital and stop in Kingston, a city with an exciting history dating back more than 300 years. Continue to quaint Gananoque and Ivy Lea, where you'll enjoy a scenic cruise along the St Lawrence River, past wooded islands dotted with beautiful summer homes. Then proceed along the St Lawrence River to Ottawa, standing at the confluence of the Ottawa, Gatineau and Rideau rivers.
DAY 4: Ottawa.
This morning see the Canadian Mint, the embassy district, stately Parliament Hill and Rideau Falls. Also visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables, a living tribute to Canadian heritage and history. Suggestions for this afternoon include a visit to the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilisation or the array of restaurants and shops at the lively Byward Market.
DAY 5: Ottawa - Quebec City area.
We head into the French-Canadian province of Quebec, where you'll notice a sudden change in language and tradition. A late afternoon arrival in historic Quebec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DAY 6: Quebec City area.
This morning take an optional excursion to Erabliere le Chemin du Roy Sugar Cabin for breakfast and a guided visit with a presentation about maple extraction. Afterwards return to Quebec City for a guided tour of Canada's only walled city, crowned by the great turrets of the Chateau Frontenac. Within the walls is the Place d'Armes, the Laval Seminary, the star-plan Citadelle and ancient Place Royale. Also see the stone houses crowding the narrow streets of Lower Town by the St Lawrence River and the historic Plains of Abraham.
DAY 7: Quebec City area - Montreal.
Head south, and late this morning cosmopolitan Montreal comes into view. As you enter the world's second largest French-speaking city, you'll see the canted tower of the Olympic Stadium. Major attractions on this afternoon's sightseeing tour include once walled Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, the Seminary of St Sulpice, Mont Royal and modern Montreal. In the evening be sure to try out one of the many sidewalk cafés.
DAY 8: Montreal - Calgary.
Transfer to Montreal airport for your flight to Calgary, Canada's 'cowboy' capital.
DAY 9: Calgary - Banff.
On your included tour you will see many of the city's attractions, including downtown, Fort Calgary, the Olympic Ski Jump and the Saddledome. Afterwards head through the foothills and into Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. On arrival join the optional excursion to Sulphur Mountain for a thrilling gondola ride.
DAY 10: Banff.
With the day free, perhaps take the optional helicopter ride high over the Canadian Rockies, or visit one of Banff's many natural features including hot springs, hoodoos, lakes and waterfalls.
DAY 11: Banff - Lake Louise - Jasper.
A day of scenic grandeur. First to Lake Louise: its cold turquoise waters are a perfect natural mirror reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snow-capped mountain ranges and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as the coach scales two mountain passes. Another highlight today is a stop for a snowcoach ride on the 1200-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. Afterwards enjoy an orientation tour of Jasper townsite upon arrival.
DAY 12: Jasper - Mount Robson - Kamloops.
Join the optional trip to Maligne Lake this morning, with a narrated cruise to Spirit Island. Then leave Jasper following the Fraser River to the base of spectacular Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 13: Kamloops - ferry crossing - Victoria.
Travel through British Columbia's mountain region to its majestic Pacific coastline. This afternoon sail across the Strait of Georgia through the spectacular Gulf Islands to Victoria. Sightseeing today includes world-famous Butchart Gardens, Bastion Square and Thunderbird Park with its unusual collection of totem poles.
DAY 14: Victoria.
The day is yours to explore Victoria further at your own pace. There are many sightseeing attractions to experience, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, afternoon tea at the Empress Hotel, whale watching and shopping along Government Street.
DAY 15: Victoria - Vancouver.
Board the ferry to the British Columbia mainland. On arrival it's a short drive to Vancouver, where city sightseeing includes Stanley Park, Gastown and Chinatown. The remainder of the day is free.
DAY 16: Vancouver.
Your Tour Director will have a wealth of suggestions to enhance your day in Vancouver.
DAY 17: Vancouver - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in Vancouver or on an Alaska cruise.
DAY 18: Home landing in the UK.
Maximum elevation on this tour is 7,700 ft.
Accommodation on Tour
Toronto: Best Western Primrose; Ottawa: Capital Hill Hotel & Suites; Quebec City area: Hotel Classique; Montreal: Maritime Plaza; Calgary: Sandman Calgary City Centre; Banff: The Homestead Inn; Jasper: Marmot Lodge; Kamloops: Hotel Five540Forty; Victoria: Royal Scot Hotel; Vancouver: Sandman Hotel Downtown.
Autumn Foliage
Enjoy the spectacular colours of Ontario and Quebec on the special fall foliage departures from 13 to 24 September.
Chosen departure dates are historically the best dates to see the autumn foliage - weather permitting.
Whale Watching
Enjoy a fascinating optional cruise that will be remembered for a lifetime. Whilst watching for whales and marine life in their natural habitat you are likely to see the orca (killer whale), and perhaps spot porpoises, sea-lions, osprey and eagles.
Festival International de Jazz de Montreal
25 & 28 June departures will coincide with the Montreal Jazz Festival (28 June-7 July).
Canada Day
Our June 28 departure will coincide with Canada Day in Ottawa - 2012 marks Canada's 145th Birthday.
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Trans-Canada Explorer
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What's Included
- Flights UK - Toronto; Montreal - Calgary; Vancouver - UK
- Accommodation on tour in a twin room with private facilities
- Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday highlights
- Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist cruise
- St Lawrence Islands National Park Scenic cruise
- Banff National Park
- Columbia Icefield Snowcoach ride
- Victoria City tour including Butchart Gardens
Departures from
- Glasgow
- London Heathrow
- Newcastle
Departures between
07 May 2012 to 08 Oct 2012
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement, Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable). Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our air-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme
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