HIDDEN GEMS OF THE WEST
Overview
Discover some of Western Canada’s least crowded regions traveling from Vancouver to the Rocky Mountains and into Southern Alberta. Drive through the Okanagan Valley wine country to the hamlet of Nelson in the heart of the Kootenay Rockies. Travel past the Purcell Mountain range before descending into Alberta’s rolling prairies and the border town of Waterton. Cruise the Upper Waterton Lake area before continuing to Calgary.
Itinerary
1
Vancouver to Osoyoos
Manning Provincial Park
Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
- Depart Vancouver from Canada Place at 9:00am
- Enjoy incredible sights travelling through the Fraser Valley and Manning Park, a road less travelled
- Sightseeing tour of the Osoyoos area with the afternoon and evening at your leisure
2
Osoyoos
Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
Nk'Mip Cellars
- Breakfast included at your hotel
- Visit the Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre (pronounced in-ka-meep) to learn more about the stories of Canada’s only desert and share in the rich living culture of the Okanagan people.
- Enjoy a wine tasting at Nk’Mip Cellars
- The remainder of today is at your leisure
3
Osoyoos to Nelson
Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
Downtown Nelson
- Breakfast included at your hotel
- Say farewell to Osoyoos from a magnificent lookout
- Visit Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, bordering the West arm of Kootenay Lake
- Explore the charming town of Nelson on a tour of the city
- The remainder of the day is at your leisure
4
Nelson to Waterton
Purcell Mountains
Waterton
- Breakfast included at your hotel
- Travel through the Purcell Mountains before entering the vast landscape of the rolling prairies
- Arrive in Waterton Lakes National Park where you check-in to your hotel
5
Waterton
Waterton Lake
Waterton
- Breakfast included at your hotel
- Enjoy a scenic cruise on Upper Waterton Lake through the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park
- This afternoon, join your guide for a short hike of the area
6
Waterton to Calgary
Head-Smashed in Buffalo Jump
Calgary Tower
- Breakfast included at your hotel
- Visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site that preserves and interprets over 6,000 years of Plains Buffalo culture
- City Tour of Calgary upon arrival
- Visit Calgary Tower to marvel at the stunning city views and Rocky Mountains in the distance
- Check-in to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure
7
End of Trip
Calagary
- Breakfast is included at your hotel
- Check-out from your hotel by 11am. Make your on way to the Airport or the continuation of your travel arrangements
Duration
7 Days | 6 Nights
Size
Max. pax: 22
Quad
From $1,649/pp
Triple
From $1,814/pp
Double
From $2,199/pp
Single
From $3,189/pp
Prices are in Canadian Dollars and include taxes. They may vary during peak season. Special rates available. 6% booking fee excluded.
Highlights
- Take the road less travelled
- Explore Canada only desert
- Roll through the Southern BCs Mountain ranges
- Marvel at the magnificent landscape of Waterton Lakes National Park
- Immerse yourself in the heritage and culture of the First Nations people of southern Alberta
Inclusions
6 Nights Hotel Accommodations
Experienced, fun & friendly driver guide
Coach transportation- 6 Breakfasts
Waterton Lake Cruise- Wine tasting and tour in Vernon and Osoyoos
Craft beer tasting in Nelson
