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Vancouver to Calgary Itinerary 10 day 9 nights
Here are a couple of Rocky Mountain Holiday itineraries departing on Friday August 14 2009 for 10 days / 9 nights from Vancouver finishing in Calgary:
1) Holiday Package with Rocky Mountaineer®:
FRI AUG 14 – Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.
SAT AUG 15 – Vancouver City Tour – AM. Overnight Vancouver.
SUN AUG 16 – Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.
MON AUG 17 – Explore Vancouver on your own. Overnight Vancouver.
TUE AUG 18 – Vancouver to Kamloops onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Overnight Kamloops.
WED AUG 19 – Rocky Mountaineer to Jasper. Overnight Jasper.
THU AUG 20 – Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise. 5-6 hours. Overnight Jasper.
FRI AUG 21 – Jasper to Banff along spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca Glacier included. Overnight Banff.
SAT AUG 22 – Banff Sightseeing Trip – AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip – PM. Overnight Banff.
SUN AUG 23 – Depart to Calgary Airport YYC on scheduled airport shuttle.
Holiday Package Includes:
– 4 nights Vancouver – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Vancouver City Tour (4-5 hours)
– Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)
– Rocky Mountaineer® Train, RedLeaf Service to Kamloops
– 1 night Kamloops (moderate) Hotel
– Rocky Mountaineer® Train, RedLeaf Service to Jasper
– 2 nights Jasper – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise (5-6 hours)
– Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included
– 2 nights Banff – Mid-range (moderate) Hotel
– Banff Sightseeing Group Tour
– Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour
– Scheduled Airport Transfer to Calgary Airport YYC. Available departures from Banff (takes approx. 2 hours): 8:30, 12:30, 13:30, 16:00, 18:00, 19:30
Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$4,786 ($2,393 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts. Upgrade to GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer for CDN$930 per person.
We have VERY LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE ON THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER® so please CONTACT US immediately if you would like to book this holiday package.
To keep costs down, you can take the overnight train from Vancouver instead of the Rocky Mountaineer®:
2) Holiday Package without Rocky Mountaineer®:
FRI AUG 14 – Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.
SAT AUG 15 – Vancouver City Tour – AM. Overnight Vancouver.
SUN AUG 16 – Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.
MON AUG 17 – Explore Vancouver on your own. Overnight Vancouver.
TUE AUG 18 – Vancouver to Jasper onboard the overnight train. Departs Vancouver: 20:30
WED AUG 19 – Arrives Jasper 16:00. Overnight Jasper.
THU AUG 20 – Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise. 5-6 hours. Overnight Jasper.
FRI AUG 21 – Jasper to Banff along spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca Glacier included. Overnight Banff.
SAT AUG 22 – Banff Sightseeing Trip – AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip – PM. Overnight Banff.
SUN AUG 23 – Depart to Calgary Airport YYC on scheduled airport shuttle.
Holiday Package Includes:
– 4 nights Vancouver – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Vancouver City Tour (4-5 hours)
– Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)
– Overnight Train to Jasper – Economy (Seat)
– 2 nights Jasper – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise (5-6 hours)
– Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included
– 2 nights Banff – Mid-range (moderate) Hotel
– Banff Sightseeing Group Tour
– Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour
– Scheduled Airport Transfer to Calgary Airport YYC. Available departures from Banff (takes approx. 2 hours): 8:30, 12:30, 13:30, 16:00, 18:00, 19:30
Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$3,186 ($1,593 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts.
Please note that rates are subject to change. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express for payment.
To book or for more information, contact rocky-peak Holidays:
Freephone U.K.: 0800-567-7542
North America Toll-Free: 1-888-747-6259
7-Day Round-Trip Itinerary from Vancouver
A sample 7-day itinerary from Vancouver with rocky-peak Holidays which takes advantage of current travel specials. This itinerary can be completely customised and you can easily upgrade to a luxury package.
SAT AUG 15
Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.
SUN AUG 16
Overnight Train to Jasper departs 20:30.
MON AUG 17
Train arrives Jasper 16:00. Overnight Jasper.
TUE AUG 18
Jasper to Banff along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca glacier included. Overnight Banff.
WED AUG 19
Banff Sightseeing Trip – AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip – PM. Overnight Banff.
THU AUG 20
Depart Banff onboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service, to Kamloops. Overnight Kamloops.
FRI AUG 21
Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service to Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.
SAT AUG 22
Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.
Package Includes:
– 1 night Vancouver – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Overnight Train to Jasper – Economy (Seat)
– 1 night Jasper – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included
– 2 nights Banff – Mid-range (moderate) Hotel
– Banff Sightseeing Group Tour
– Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour
– Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service to Kamloops
– 1 night Kamloops (moderate) Hotel
– Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service to Vancouver
– 2 nights Vancouver – Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel
– Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)
Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$3,990 ($1,995 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts. Price will be confirmed at time of booking.
Contact rocky-peak Holidays for more information or to book:
Freephone U.K.: 0800-567-7542
North America Toll-Free: 1-888-747-6259
Canmore to Lake Louise Trail Approved
Exciting news for locals and visitors!!
Outdoor enthusiasts will soon have a stunning nature trail to explore in Alberta that runs from Canmore to Lake Louise.
The federal government announced Tuesday [May 19] that $6.75 million will be spent on building a new paved path through Banff National Park for hikers, cyclists and in-line skaters.
The Legacy Trail will run 26 kilometres from Canmore to the Bow Valley Parkway just west of the Banff town site, along the Trans-Canada Highway between the road and wildlife fence. The path will then join up with Highway 1A to Lake Louise.
Federal Environment Minister Jim Prentice, who was at the Banff announcement, called the trail an environmentally friendly way to link the mountain towns.
The trail still needs to pass an environmental assessment, but work could begin this summer and finish in time for Banff’s125th anniversary in the fall of 2010.
People who live in area say they’re pleased the project that’s been in works for years is going ahead. Local groups hope it will bring more tourists to the region.
Source: cbc.ca
Rocky Mountain Holidays
We are pleased to introduce our updated RockyMountainHolidays.com website. We have made the site simpler to navigate through to help you plan your Rocky Mountain Holiday with us.
This website provides detailed information on the following Canadian locations:
- Banff Information
- Canmore Information
- Lake Louise Information
- Jasper Information
- Kicking Horse Information
- Fernie Information
- Kimberley Information
- Whistler Information
- Vancouver Information
- Calgary Information
In addition, we also provide summarised details on the services we offer:
- Ski Holidays Canada – Our discounted packages include: ski accommodation, lift passes, lessons, transfers, ski rentals and tours.
- Summer Holidays Canada – Let us plan your Rocky Mountain Holiday itinerary for you. We are a one-stop shop and will save you time and money.
- Train Holidays Canada – Travel across Canada on one of our train holidays with VIA rail.
- Rocky Mountaineer Holidays – This day-time only train will maximise your viewing experience.
- Motorcoach Holidays Canada – Relax and let someone else do the driving. Enjoy the views out of the big picture windows.
- Private SUV Holidays – Let our certified guide take you on a private tour.
- Self-Drive Holidays Canada – We do all the planning, you do the driving. Experience the freedom of driving yourself!
- Tours Canada – There are many day tours to add to your Rocky Mountain Holiday package, check out the selection!
- Cruise Holidays Alaska – A cruise of just 7-days out of Vancouver allows you to cruise up to Alaska through the inside passage.
We hope you enjoy our new website and please do not hesitate to contact us through Rocky Mountain Holidays to help plan your holiday in Canada, anytime of the year!
Any feedback on our site you may have can be posted here. Thanks for reading!
Airport Transfers to Banff and Whistler
Airport transfers are our recommended mode of transport especially in the winter season when the roads can be dangerous.
The prices for our scheduled services are very competitive and ski resorts are set up to cater for guests without cars. In fact, Banff was recently rated in the Top 10 ‘No Car Needed’ Resorts by OnTheSnow.com. For those of you who have visited other Canada ski resorts, you will know that you can get by without a car. Whistler Blackcomb has a free village shuttle which operates in the early morning through to the early hours!
If the above doesn’t convince you to catch our transfer services, direct from Calgary International Airport YYC and Vancouver International Airport YVR, then consider the following:
- It’s safer. Most of you will have travelled on a flight for many hours to get here.
- It’s faster. Let an experienced driver who knows the roads get you to your hotel. No need for directions and maps!
- It’s cleaner. By taking the airport transfer with other guests, there is less pollution which means better for the environment!
- It’s cheaper. No parking, gas (petrol) or insurance to pay for. Note that stone chips to a rental car are not always covered.
- It’s more enjoyable. You spent the money to get here, enjoy the scenery out of the windows while the driver concentrates on the road.
- It’s direct. Most airport shuttles are direct or have minimal stops. The ski shuttles get you to the ski hill sooner as they drop you off right at the base.
- It’s easy. Jet lagged? No problem, our friendly drivers know where to take you!
- It’s peace of mind. One less thing to worry about on your Canada ski holiday.
We also organise private transfers and charter services. For more information on our winter services, view the Calgary to Banff Transfer Schedule and the Vancouver to Whistler Transfer Schedule.
Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays to book!
Heli-Hiking Canada
Heli-Hiking in the Canadian Rockies is a great way to see some backcountry under careful supervision of a qualified guide. I have written a bit about my recent Heli-Hike experience and included some photos for you to enjoy.
I went out last Tuesday, October 14, which is getting quite late for Heli-Hiking. As you can see by the pictures, there was already some snow. Once the snow really accumulates, you can take advantage of a Heli-Snowshoe tours which can also be booked through rocky-peak Ski Holidays.
The drive to the Helicopter start point is spectacular in itself as you have to drive along the magnificent Icefields Parkway from either Jasper, Banff or Lake Louise. The location makes this tour a great addition to many itineraries in Western Canada as it is right en-route and so minimises travel time.
Once you arrive at the Icefields Heliport, just outside of Banff National Park, you will be safety briefed, geared up, and then you board the helicopter.
The helicopter takes you into the backcountry where you can start your hike with the certified guide. Martha, the guide, was very knowledgeable and has the qualifications to back this up!
The walk in itself was easy, however, if you are a stronger hiker, slightly more challenging heli-hikes can be arranged. The home-made gourmet lunch was delicious and really satisfying. After a couple of hours of hiking, the guide will radio the helicopter pilot and you will be picked up. It really is that easy!
I hope you enjoy the photos and if you have any questions, please feel free to post here and I will do my best to answer them, or you can contact rocky-peak Holidays direct.
Do you like Yoga? Why not try a Heli-Yoga tour?!
Memorable hiking in the Canadian Rockies.
There are many photo opportunities!
The only things left behind: your footprints.
Nature surrounds you. Opportunites to see wildlife.
The guide knows the area better than anyone!
Scenic mountain streams.
Abraham Lake greets you on your return flight.
Banff Ice Hockey Tours
You don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice hockey game! The Calgary Flames never disappoint! Support the Flames in the Calgary Saddledome and enjoy every action-packed moment!
Transport and ticket packages are available throughout the winter ski season from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore from just CDN$100 per person.
A great night out for friends and family, be sure to take the Banff Ice Hockey Tour!
2008-2009
Calgary Flames NHL Hockey Schedule
Calgary Flames NHL Hockey Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Departs Banff | Game Time |
| OCT 11 | Canucks | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| OCT 14 | Avalanche | 4.45 pm | 7:30 PM |
| OCT 17 | Oilers | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| OCT 21 | Capitals | 4.45 pm | 7:30 PM |
| OCT 28 | Avalanche | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| OCT 30 | Bruins | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| NOV 4 | Coyotes | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| NOV 6 | Predators | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| NOV 11 | Maple Leafs | 4.45 pm | 7:30 PM |
| NOV 18 | Avalanche | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| NOV 22 | Red Wings | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| NOV 25 | Kings | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| NOV 29 | Canucks | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| DEC 2 | Stars | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| DEC 12 | Panthers | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| DEC 19 | Blackhawks | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| DEC 23 | Ducks | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| DEC 27 | Senators | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| DEC 29 | Wild | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| DEC 31 | Oilers | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| JAN 6 | Sharks | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| JAN 8 | Islanders | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| JAN 13 | Blues | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| JAN 17 | Coyotes | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| JAN 21 | Blue Jackets | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| JAN 28 | Sabres | 3.15 pm | 6.00 PM |
| JAN 30 | Predators | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| FEB 5 | Blackhawks | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| FEB 7 | Ducks | 10.15 am | 1.00 PM |
| FEB 9 | Canadiens | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| FEB 17 | Canucks | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| FEB 24 | Blue Jackets | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| FEB 27 | Wild | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| MAR 1 | Lightning | 3.15 pm | 6.00 PM |
| MAR 18 | Stars | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| MAR 20 | Blues | 4.15 pm | 7.00 PM |
| MAR 23 | Red Wings | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| MAR 28 | Wild | 5.15 pm | 8.00 PM |
| MAR 30 | Sharks | 4:45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| APR 6 | Kings | 4.45 pm | 7.30 PM |
| APR 11 | Oilers | 5:15 pm | 8.00 PM |
To book this tour, or for more information on Banff Ice Hockey Tours, contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays.
Banff Snowmobile Tours
You may think it is too early for us to post information about 2008-2009 Banff snowmobile tours while we are still experiencing temperatures in the mid-30s (in the 90s in Fahrenheit!), but we just wanted to let you know about our snowmobile tours out of Banff, Canmore and Lake Louise for this upcoming 2008-2009 winter season.
Banff snowmobile tours are a great way to experience the great Canadian Outdoors in the winter time!
This year, there are even more snowmobile tours for you to choose from, from full day family tours to high powered adrenaline tours, you will not be disappointed! There is no wonder that snowmobile tours in the winter months are one of our top most popular tours booked.
In addition to the regular day snowmobile tours, there are also overnight ski and snowmobile packages as well as two-day snowmobile accommodation packages.
Snowmobiling does book up especially over the holiday periods, so pre-booking is definately recommended to avoid disappointment.
Combine any snowmobile tour with a ski package put together by us and receive 10% OFF when pre-booked before November 15 2008. This offer CAN be combined with any of the many ski specials we currently have!
Black Bear, Brown Cub Photo
This photo was taken a few days ago on the Bow Valley Parkway 1A just outside of Banff. It is a black bear, and the cub is also a black bear, just with a brown coloration. Black bears can be brown and brown bears are also called Grizzly Bears. Confused?
Let us organise your Banff wildlife safari and all this will be explained!