Accommodation in Vancouver: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (or similar)

Self-Drive: Crossing the Rockies from Vancouver to Calgary
14 days from £1950 per person
Route: Vancouver – Whistler – Kamloops – Clearwater – Jasper – Banff – Calgary
Admire jagged mountain peaks that tower over crystal clear lakes; visit thundering waterfalls and explore majestic canyons as you wind your way through dense alpine forests during your compelling self-drive adventure from Vancouver to Calgary. Your journey through the Rocky Mountains, deep valleys and naturally beautiful national parks is all part of your Western Canada exploration. Take the car rides in your stride as you stop for photo opportunities and enjoy local experiences along the way. The beauty of a self-drive holiday in British Columbia and Alberta is that you can travel at your own place, veer off track to explore somewhere new or just take it as it comes as new surroundings unfold around every corner.
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Take a skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain to experience the breath-taking 360 degree views of Vancouver’s contrasting landscapes.
Enjoy the beautifully natural and mostly untouched scenery of Jasper National Park, a greatly protected ecosystem in the Rockies and home to a large number of grizzly bears.
Discover why Banff is famously known for being a world premier destination as you soak up the pristine views and enjoy the wide variety of activities available.
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to Price
Pettitts guide to price for this itinerary would be £1950 per person
The exact cost of this itinerary will vary depending on the season of travel, standard of accommodation, flight class, activities included and the date the booking is made. Please speak to one of our experienced travel specialists who will create a completely tailor-made and personalized quotation based on your requirements and budget.
** The above price is based on two adults travelling together in economy, sharing accommodation, travel based on low season for this destination and advance booking approximately nine months prior to travel**
Itinerary: Self-Drive: Crossing the Rockies from Vancouver to Calgary
Accommodation in Vancouver: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (or similar)
Accommodation in Vancouver: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (or similar)
Accommodation in Whistler: Crystal Lodge Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Whistler: Crystal Lodge Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kamloops: The Plaza Hotel by Wyndham (or similar)
Day 7 Kamloops to Clearwater - 124 km
Today you will journey north until your reach Clearwater (journey time approximately 1.5 hours). Spend time today getting to know more about the area’s rich culture and history of First Nations inhabitance, European exploration and prospectors from the days of the Cariboo Gold Rush. Whilst in the area, you might choose to drive further north to visit the spectacular 300ft-high Helmcken Falls on the Murtle River in Wells Gray Provincial Park. (N)
Accommodation in Clearwater: Alpine Meadows Resort (or similar
Accommodation in Jasper: Pyramid Lake Resort (or similar)
Accommodation in Jasper: Pyramid Lake Resort (or similar)
Accommodation in Banff: Mount Royal Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Banff: Mount Royal Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Calgary: Hotel Blackfoot (or similar)
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
- Car hire as specified
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Meals unless specified
- One-way drop off car hire fee - CAD$ 84 payable locally
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.