- 61
Mountie
- Code #MO
- 11 Days
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Trip Overview
Explore British Columbia and Alberta in the wonderful Canadian Rockies, for grand vistas and a wilderness that is still truly wild. Expect picture-perfect lakes, stunning mountain views, top-notch hiking, glacier walking and wildlife sightings. Want even more adventure? Add mountain biking, horseback riding and white water rafting to your list and you won't find a more exhilarating 11 days. The Mountie will take you into the heart of Canada for the perfect outdoor adventure!
- Guided walk on the incredible Athabasca Glacier
- Relax in the Sulphur Mountain Hot Springs in Banff
- Unearth adventure in all-action Whistler
- Stay at a rustic guest ranch at Wells Gray Provincial Park
- Drive the spectacular Icefields Parkway
- Leisure time at picture-perfect Lake Louise
- Spot iconic Canadian wildlife in scenic Banff
- Visit Yoho's Takakkaw Falls & vivid Emerald Lake
- Hike through Canada's epic alpine scenery
- Sightseeing & Stanley Park in cosmopolitan Vancouver
- Admission to national & provincial parks - Wells Gray, Jasper, Banff/Lake Louise & Yoho
If you want to make sure you're in the right place in the heart of the action at the absolute best time to be there, why not book one of our Special Departures. These trips are planned to coincide with some of the most iconic events throughout the Americas.
CELEBRATE CANADA DAY & CALGARY STAMPEDE
TRIP DEPARTS JUL 1ST, 2019
Not only do you get to celebrate Canada Day first hand, we've also included tickets to the Calgary Stampede annual festival that coincides with this special departure.
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Food & Meals
- We operate a Food Kitty on this trip - you will need to contribute CA$15 a day which covers all your meals whilst camping
Other Inclusions
- Services of a TrekAmerica tour leader
- Private transportation
- All accommodation, camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag)
Essential Information
- Prices quoted are land only. Call us on 0333 999 7951 for a flight quote (UK only).
- This tour requires a minimum number of five to operate. On rare occasions we may run with lower numbers.
My name is Mike "Grizzly" Harding and I've been working for Trek America for over a decade. It is both an honor and a privilege to show people around the incredible, diverse, fascinating country I call home.
Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best overnight stops, highlights and included experiences, with plenty of optional activities to choose from. No two Trek trips are the same, with stops at some of your tour leader's favourite places and occasional changes to the itinerary, so get ready for one awesome adventure!
As this tour departs at 07:30 hrs we recommend that you book pre tour accommodation. Please request further details at time of booking.
Leaving Vancouver you enter a land of snow-dusted mountains, dark conifers and glistening lakes as you cross the landscape of British Columbia. Travel the old Gold Rush Trail and head to the adventure capital of Western Canada! Don't let the fact that Whistler is widely known for being the ultimate winter resort fool you; Whistler has plenty of action all year round! This place is a wonderland for two wheels so opt for some world-class mountain biking on the incredible trails. For a very different perspective, try zip lining through the tree tops or enjoy a ride through the skies in a glass-bottomed gondola. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie or someone who likes to be at one with nature, there's something for everyone in Whistler. In the summer you'll find locals hanging out by the beautiful lakeshores, so why not join them for the perfect afternoon?
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Wells Gray is what Canadian dreams are made of. and nature will never have felt closer. Embrace the stillness, silence and isolation. Don't let the fact that Wells Gray is not a national park fool you, this place is stunning! Home to the famous Helmcken Falls, Canada's fourth highest waterfall, the park boasts beautiful meadows full of wildflowers and bear roam freely around the park. Enjoy views of high mountains, deep canyons, brooding old-growth forests and raging white water rivers. Tonight you'll stay at a rustic guest ranch for an authentic Canadian experience inside the park itself.
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Legendary Jasper National Park is your next stop! The largest national park in Canada, Jasper will leave you stunned from the get go, with jagged mountain peaks surrounding you at every turn and wildlife roaming through the wilderness. The sharp-eyed may spot Grizzly Bear or caribou here. People travel from far and wide to marvel at this stunner of a park and to hike or bike its famous trails.
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Today's drive will blow your mind as you cruise along the stunning Icefields Parkway. Running parallel to the Continental Divide, it's one of the world's finest drives with the real 'wow' factor! Next up, you reach Yoho National Park. 'Yoho' comes from the Cree word for awe and wonder and as soon as you start hiking through this national park, you'll soon see how it got its name. The scenery will continue to impress as you walk to Takakkaw Falls, cascading from the mountains to the valley below, and lay your eyes on the incredible Emerald Lake with its glacial hues and forest backdrop. Your leader will guide you on the Wapta Falls & Emerald Loop Trail to explore the best of Yoho. If you're feeling adventurous, embrace your wild side with some optional white water rafting down the aptly named Kicking Horse River, which offers some of the best rapids in the world – not to mention the coldest!
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A nickname like the 'Gem of the Rockies' is a lot to live up to, but it's no sweat for Lake Louise. The imposing chateau looks on as mountains cluster around turquoise waters that have to be seen to be believed! Once you've stopped gawking at the incredible scenery that surrounds you, walk the beautiful lakeshore trail, hike out to the Plain of Six Glaciers tea house, or rent a canoe and soak up the scenery by paddle power and explore the lake at your leisure.
Boot up and breathe in the crisp alpine air with the resident Marmots, bears, porcupines and elk. Whether you explore Banff National Park from the road or on the trails, you'll be left speechless by its endless beauty. With 1600 km of trails, a town full of heritage and some incredible wildlife, you won't want to leave this mountain wonderland. One of the more popular trails in the park is the Sundance Canyon Trail, a laid-back walk past rolling hills and flowing streams and through narrow canyons. You may choose to ride the gondola to the peak of Sulphur Mountain, or for something really special, take a scenic glacier flight. End your active day with a recharge in Banff's heavenly hot springs.
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After a free morning in Banff, make your way to 'Cowtown' or Calgary! This one-time Mountie outpost is a unique city with the epic Rocky Mountain Range as its backdrop, so stay on after your Canada tour if you want to check out the western saloons and rodeo.
This tour ends at our gateway hotel at approximately 17:00 hrs. We can book you post-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel if required. If you are planning to fly tonight, please do not book a flight that departs before 21:00 hrs.
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What our trekkers say
Didn't want to leave! Canada is WOW!!
If you are looking to see the best of Canada, this is the trek for you. This was my second TA trip and so I sort of knew what to expect in terms of the camping situation and how the days generally pan out. Pro tip: take a decent sleeping bag because regardless of how hot it can get during the day (I did the trip end of July 2019) it can get REALLY cold at night!
Wildlife, nature and fun
Great experience, never saw as much wildlife on any other trip. Glaciers, snowy mountains, river rafting and forests and as always amazing people :).
Best time of my life! Absolutely fantastic experience!
Wow - where do I start! At first, when I booked this trip, I was terrified about travelling alone for the first time but it was something that I had to do for myself. There were times when I wanted to cancel due to my worrying but I'm so glad I didn't as it was honestly the best thing I have ever done! This honestly was the best time of my life, I thoroughly enjoyed every moment in Canada and met some incredibly amazing people! They were my Trekfam and still are, we have all kept in touch and I can truly call them lifelong friends.
Our tours usually depart at 07:30am and finish around 5:00pm at designated hotels in our gateway cities, so it's a great idea to book a room for the night before and after your tour. It's also worth staying extra nights to explore the city more. You must book these hotels in advance either online with your tour or by contacting our friendly sales team.
VANCOUVER - ACCENT INN
10551 St Edwards Dr, Richmond, BC V6X 3L8
This hotel is located in the tourist and commercial area of Richmond, close to the airport and 10 to 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
Twin share (With a trekker of the same sex)
From £95 | US$126 | Eur115 | AU$162 | NZ$170
Price per person per night
Full room (Your own single or double room)
From £166 | US$219 | Eur200 | AU$283 | NZ$297
Price per room per night
AIRPORT TRANSFER INFORMATION
The hotel offers a free shuttle from Vancouver Airport and picks up every 15 and 45 minutes past the hour from 4:15am to 12:45am. For international arrivals the pick-up area is located between the arrivals gate and the parking entrance. Follow the "Ground Transportation" sign and look for the yellow "Hotel Courtesy Shuttle" sign on your right. For domestic arrivals the pick-up area is located on the ground floor next to the Gateway Valet Concierge. After passing by the 7-11 and the liquor store on your left, keep going straight until you see the "Ground Transportation" and "Hotel Courtesy Shuttle" signs.
Our tours usually depart at 07:30am and finish around 5:00pm at designated hotels in our gateway cities, so it's a great idea to book a room for the night before and after your tour. It's also worth staying extra nights to explore the city more. You must book these hotels in advance either online with your tour or by contacting our friendly sales team.
CALGARY - RAMADA DOWNTOWN
708 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1H2
The hotel is an easy walking distance to local attractions and entertainment and complete with a fitness centre and an outdoor heated pool.
Twin share (With a trekker of the same sex)
From £86 | US$114 | Eur103 | AU$146 | NZ$154
Price per person per night
Full room (Your own single or double room)
From £150 | US$198 | Eur180 | AU$255 | NZ$268
Price per room per night
AIRPORT TRANSFER INFORMATION
To travel to the airport from the hotel there are two options. The first is to arrange a pick up from the Allied Shuttle airport service through the hotel which costs CAD$15 plus tax per person, a CAD$1-2 tip is also expected. The second way is to take a taxi which costs approximately CAD$35-$40 and takes between 35 to 40minutes depending on road conditions. Please speak to the hotel reception to arrange either.
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At TrekAmerica we believe that your safety and enjoyment are the most important parts of your holiday. That's why we recommend you take out insurance as soon as your booking is confirmed. TrekAmerica can offer you comprehensive travel insurance which is completely tailored for your trip and is specially designed to include all the activities listed we do.
If you do not take our policy, you must ensure that the policy you do take offers an equivalent level of protection and covers you for the activities involved - be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, coverage for this type of travel.
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There are loads of exciting optional activities available for you to choose from during your trip giving you the flexibility to do the things you want to and leave out the things you don't. A list of optional activities and approximate costs are shown at the end of each day by day itinerary descriptions above.
Your tour leader will arrange your chosen activities during the tour so no need to pre-book. You'll also pay for these locally so ensure you budget for the bucket list items!
As local weather conditions and seasonality can change not all optional activities may be available on your trip and prices can be subject to change.
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