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Canada
FAMILY
GROUP TRIPS
Western Canada Pioneer
Ref: FRK
16 DAYS HOTELS/CAMPING - ROCKY MOUNTAINS TO PACIFIC COAST
Introduction
Embark on a trip from emerald-green lakes and snowy mountain tops
to the wild Pacific Coast - an expedition into some of the most
amazing scenery anywhere. Heading down trails first used by Amerindian
native hunters, we will discover Canada's Jurassic past, ice-age
glaciers and majestic forested valleys abundant with plant and animal
life. You will be transported back to this nation's pioneering era
of discovery in a larger-than-life natural setting, with its bears,
elk and mountain goats. This is the authentic western Canadian journey.
Tour information
WALKING WITH DINOSAURS
Arriving in Calgary, we first head east to the badlands, an other-worldly
landscape where over 300 complete dinosaur skeletons have been found.
Exploring this incredible region on foot with a park ranger, keep
your eyes peeled for dinosaur fossils. Leaving the prairies we climb
into the Rockies stopping at Banff, a village steeped in cowboy
and pioneer heritage. Here there's the chance to ascend Sulphur
Mountain by aerial tram for amazing panoramic views of the snow-capped
summits and take a walk above the rushing falls in Johnston Canyon.
HOODOOS & GLACIERS
Travelling north along the Icefields Parkway, we will experience
one of the world's most scenic drives on our way to Jasper. En route
we plan to visit the Athabasca Falls and take a walk along the base
of the Columbia Glacier. Continuing on to Yoho National Park, we
discover some of the most stunning scenery and landscapes in the
country. After crossing natural rock bridges over tumultuous rivers,
feeling the spray in your face at Takakkaw Falls and exploring the
Hoodoos, you can wrap it all off with an unforgettable whitewater
adventure on the Kicking Horse River.
GRIZZLY BEARS & PACIFIC COAST
Today we are whisked high into the mountains on chair lifts to the
Kicking Horse Grizzly Bear Sanctuary where we have the chance to
observe bears in their natural habitat and learn about the good
work the refuge does. Heading further west, we make stops at Kamloops
and Whistler where we follow trails to emerald lakes and have the
chance to go horse riding, mountain biking or canoeing. Arriving
in Vancouver, our last days are spent discovering this laid-back
city and you have the opportunity to take a trip across incomparable
Vancouver Island.
Itinerary
1 Fly London/Calgary.
2 Drive to Dinosaur Provincial Park; fossil hunting with Park Ranger.
3 Drive to Banff; optional ascent by aerial tram up Sulphur Mountain.
4 In Banff; walk through Johnston Canyon; optional horse riding.
5 Drive along Icefields Parkway to Jasper via Athabasca Falls and
Columbia glacier.
6 In Jasper; walking at Maligne Lake and Canyon; optional canoeing.
7 Drive Yoho NP via Lake Louise; explore Hoodoos.
8 In Yoho NP; visit Takakkaw Falls and Emerald Lake.
9 Visit Kicking Horse Grizzly Bear Sanctuary; drive Galcier NP.
10 Explore Glacier NP; drive Kamloops.
11 Drive Whistler; walk amongst mountain lakes.
12 In Whistler; optional horse riding, mountain biking or canoeing.
13 Drive Vancouver; orientation tour, free afternoon.
14 Free day, optional trip to Vancouver Island.
15 Fly London.
16 Arrive London.
Certain departures operate in reverse (ref: FRKR).
1 Fly London/Vancouver.
2 Free day in Vancouver.
3 AM in Vancouver, PM drive Whistler.
4 In Whistler.
5 AM walks in Whistler, PM Drive Kamloops.
6 In Glacier NP.
7 Visit Grizzly Bear Sanctuary, drive Yoho NP and Hoodoos.
8 In Yoho NP.
9 Drive via Lake Louise to Jasper NP.
10 In Jasper NP.
11 Drive Icefields Parkway to Banff.
12 In Banff.
13 AM in Banff, PM drive Dinosaur Provincial Park.
14 Full day fossil hunting, drive Calgary.
15 Fly London.
16 Arrive London.
Accommodation and Meals
3nts hotel, 11nts camping; 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 11 dinners
included.
Transport
Maxiwagons/On foot.
Comments
A great participation camping adventure - this is an ideal active
introduction to the Western Canada's stunning scenery and fascinating
past. Walks are easy (average 6-8 kms) - all of which are optional.
If you wish to have sleeping bags provided locally, please let us
know when booking your holiday (at an additional cost).
Group Size
Approx. 15 to 20.
Tour Staff
Trained outdoor Leaders/drivers and specialist local guides as required.
Minimum Age
6 years.
Swimming
Our joining hotel has a pool, we have a chance to swim in rivers/lakes
at every stop but only for the brave! A warmer dip will be possible
at several of the natural hot springs we stop at.
Dates and Prices
Depart | Return | Price | Sat, 19th Jul 08 | Sun, 3rd Aug 08 | £2,129 | Sat, 2nd Aug 08 | Sun, 17th Aug 08 | £2,129 | Sat, 16th Aug 08 | Sun, 31st Aug 08 | £2,129 | Sat, 23rd Aug 08 | Wed, 3rd Sep 08 | £2,129 | Sat, 18th Jul 09 | Sun, 2nd Aug 09 | £2,169 | Sat, 1st Aug 09 | Sun, 16th Aug 09 | £2,169 | Sat, 15th Aug 09 | Sun, 30th Aug 09 | £2,169 | updated: 06/05/08 08:02:00. |
Some tour dates operate on a reverse itinerary so start tour in
Vancouver and end in Calgary. Please call for more information.
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The family trips are designed to appeal to
children with lots of varied activities. There are usually
4 - 6 families and they work well for single parents. Many
of the groups have special teenage dates, so please ask
for these.
All prices include air fares from London.
Footloose can book these trips for
you, at no extra cost, and give you the benefit of our personal
advice and service. We can also organise different flights
and add-on excursions.
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