5-DAY vancouver - the rockies & fairmont hot springs - 2010

5 days from Vancouver to Vancouver (LA-WUSIB05YVR)

Prices & Dates:

$437.00* (From 1/1/10 to 4/12/10: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday)

Vacation Overview

Vancouver, located on Canada's West Coast, is one of the most beautiful cities in North America. Surrounded by water, parks and the coastal mountains, the city provides a stunning natural environment perfect for the pursuit of almost any recreational activity.

There aren't many other cities where you can have a round of golf in the morning, go sailing in the afternoon, then hit the slopes for night skiing - if you're ambitious.

Vancouver is the largest city in the province of British Columbia, yet it hasn't lost its community feel. Meanwhile, there are abundant restaurants in which you can sample a plethora of foods of all ethnic varieties.

A strategic location on the Pacific Rim and the US-Canadian border has helped Vancouver take a leading position in Canadian business and trade. Meanwhile, Vancouver has emerged as one of the top biotechnology hubs in the country, with exciting initiatives stemming from the University of British Columbia and elsewhere.

Itinerary

Day 1 HOMETOWN – VANCOUVER

Airport pickup and city tour. Vancouver city tour (approx. 3 hours) provided free for all arrivals before 12:00am.
City tour includes China Town area, Vancouver's famous Gastown, Trade & Convention Centre & the 1,000-acre Stanley Park. Coach transfer to hotel in the afternoon.

Day 2 VANCOUVER – KELOWNA – VERNON

Morning departure for Kelowna. A visit to the Jammery and The Planet Bee are among our itinerary of the day. Following with tour to the beautiful Lake Okanagan in search of the lake monster Ogopogo. We also include a wine tasting trip to the Famous Summer Hill Winery. Coach transfer to Vernon in the late afternoon.

Hotel: Prestige Inn Vernon

**Day 3 VERNON – LAST SPIKE – FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS**

Departing Vernon in the morning, we shall take a break at Craigellachie where the last spike was driven for the Trans-continental Canadian Pacific Railroad. Tour then proceed to Fairmont Hot Spring where you can enjoy the private out-door Hot Spring Pools, along with the beautiful scenery.

Hotel: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.
(Prestige Inn Fairmont Hot Springs will be utilized during Christmas and New Year period).

Day 4 LAKE LOUISE – BANFF – GOLDEN

Morning visit to Bow Falls and the Banff City center area. Proceed to the world famous Lake Louise where a gondola ride (optional) to the top of the Mountain will treat you to an excellent view of scenery ( Lake Louise or Sulphur Mountain Gondola) Tour will also visit the beautiful Lake Louise where you can enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful Glacial lake by Chateau Lake Louise.

Hotel: Best Western Mountain View Inn, Golden

Day 5 GOLDEN – KAMLOOPS – VANCOUVER AIRPORT

Leaving the beautiful Rockies Scenery behind, our tour will take a brief stop at the old mining town of Three Valley gap, then we’ll proceed to the industrial city of Kamloops where we’ll visit a Ginseng farm & their processing plant. Transfer to Vancouver Airport for flight home upon arriving Vancouver.
**** This tour is limited for flights departing from Vancouver after 9:00pm only.

**National Holiday & Long Weekend Tour Fare, hotel surcharge may be applied.*

*This tour is limited for flights departing from Vancouver after 9:00pm only)

Optional Meal Plan: (from day 2 to day 5, total 8 meals)

Adult $116 Child $100
Day 2: Lunch and dinner
Day 3: Breakfast and lunch
Day 4: Lunch and dinner
Day 5: Breakfast and lunch.

Rules & Restrictions:

* Please bring your valid passport (at least 6 months validity) and green card.
* If you are not American Citizen or permanent resident, please apply your own visa for visit Canada and multiple entries into United States.
* We will not be responsible for anyone's acceptable / unacceptable visa.

Tour price includes:

1. Bi-Lingual tour guide (Cantonese / Mandarin)
2. Air conditioned highway coach.
3. Admission to Hot Springs and National Parks.
4. Hotel accommodation, based on double occupancy, triples or Quads are to be shared with two queen beds.
5. One piece of standard size luggage.

Tour price not includes:

1. Gratuities of 7.00 CAD per day for tour guide and Driver
2. All personal expenses.
3. Any type of insurance.
4. Any meal that is not included in the itinerary.
5. Ski lessons when available.
6. Round trip air tickets.

7. Sulphur Mountain Gondola (2008) ADT$26.00, CHD$13.00 /(2009) ADT $27.00, CHD $13.50

Tour Cancellation charges:

The following cancellation charges shall apply for tour cancelled between:
22-29 days prior departure – 60% of total fare paid
11-21 days prior departure – 85% of total fare paid
within 10 days prior departure – 100% of total fare paid

* Price is subject to change without prior notice