Rockies Thrills and Glacier Chills with Calgary Stampede 2013

Day	Destination
1	Arrive Vancouver
2	Vancouver - Sea-To-Sky Highway - Whistler
3	Whistler - Cache Creek - Kamloops
4	Kamloops - Jasper (2 Nights)
5	Jasper National Park Free Time
6	Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise - Banff
7	Banff Sightseeing And Free Time
8	Calgary Stampede
9	Depart Calgary
Number of Nights: 8

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Rockies Thrills And Glacier Chills With Calgary Stampede 2013
Prepare the family for a thrilling tour from the spectacular coast of Western Canada to the Rocky Mountains taking in the stunning scenery of Jasper National Park, Lake Louise and the quaint alpine town of Banff. Experience true glacier chills along the Icefields Parkway and Columbia Icefield and discover the vibrant city life in Vancouver and the Sea-to-Sky highway to Whistler on this adventurous tour. This special departure will take you to experience the world-famous Calgary Stampede where you will receive an all-day pass and reserved seating for "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth."

Sightseeing Highlights
Vancouver Tour this vibrant waterfront city including Stanley Park.Sea-to-Sky Highway Travel this scenic highway from the coast to Whistler.Britannia Mine Museum Explore a historic mining tunnel and pan for gold.Whistler Visit the BC Aboriginal Culture Centre or take a guided bike ride.Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains Ride a gondola between the peaks of North America's largest ski area.Cache Creek Experience frontier hospitality at historic Hat Creek Ranch.Athabasca River Have a ball on a white-water rafting excursion or gentle float trip.Jasper National Park Spend two nights inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site.Icefields Parkway Be astounded by the icefields, glaciers and emerald lakes along this spectacular highway.Athabasca Glacier Explore on the glacier in a specially designed Ice Explorer.Peyto Lake Gaze in awe at this incredible turquoise jewel of the Rockies.Lake Louise Walk, photograph or simply enjoy this emerald lake.Banff National Park Sightsee inside Canada's oldest National Park.Banff Explore the scenic surroundings of this quaint alpine town.

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