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A Taste of the Rockies A Taste of the Rockies
The Canadian Rocky Mountains offer year-round unrivalled scenery and a variety of wildlife. From dramatic peaks to crystal clear glacial lakes and waterfalls, there is so much on offer. We begin our exploration in Calgary and travel to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway. We’ll see the beauty of Banff National Park, the amazing Rockies, and much more along the way.

What's Included

  • Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager
  • Return scheduled flights to Calgary
  • Seven nights’ room only accommodation
  • Transfers between airport and hotel
  • All hotel and baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person
  • Tours of Banff and Jasper
  • Icefields Parkway
  • All state and local taxes
  • All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges

Optional excursions

  • Lake Louise (May to October)
  • Ice Explorer (May to October)
  • Raft tour and nature walk in Jasper

 


Accommodation

Accommodation throughout your holiday will be in comfortable medium grade hotels such as the Sandman Inn, Chateau Jasper, Amethyst Lodge or Lobstick Lodge in Jasper and the Mount Royal in Banff . All bedrooms feature private facilities, TV and telephone. All hotels have a bar and restaurant, and other amenities, such as a swimming pool and shop are often available.

 

Itinerary

DAY 1 – UK to Calgary
Depart on your scheduled flight to Calgary and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 2 – Calgary
Free day in Calgary to relax.

DAY 3 – Jasper
Today we enjoy an incredible scenic drive from Calgary to Jasper along the beautiful Icefields Parkway. Scenic look out points along the highway include the mighty Athabasca Falls and the awesome Colombia Icefield. During the summer months jump at the chance to take an optional Ice Explorer ride. We then continue on our journey to Jasper where we spend the next two nights.

DAY 4 – Jasper
This morning we enjoy an included sightseeing tour of Jasper. Highlights include the stunning Pyramid and Patricia Lakes as well as the Maligne Canyon, from which you can enjoy some spectacular views. In the afternoon there is a wealth of optional activities to choose from including a gentle boat trip on the Athabasca River and a nature walk accompanied by an experienced guide. During the winter months there is the opportunity to do an ice walk through the Canyon.

DAY 5 – Banff
Today is truly the highlight of your trip as we experience the outstanding natural beauty of the Jasper and Banff National Parks. You will see cascading waterfalls, turquoise lakes and snow capped mountains that will simply take your breath away. The Rockies are inhabited by an abundance of wildlife. You may even be lucky enough to spot a black bear, elk, moose or eagle. Three nights’ accommodation has been arranged in Banff.

DAY 6 – Banff
Today we enjoy an included morning tour of Banff . As we pass through this impressive landscape you will visit the fascinating Hoodoos rock formation and the imposing Sulphur Mountain (optional gondola ride available). Revel in the overwhelming beauty of Bow Valley and Surprise Corner as we journey through Tunnel Mountain Drive. This afternoon you are free to explore the souvenir boutiques of Banff or take the opportunity to visit the Banff Hot Springs.

DAY 7 – Lake Louise
Discover Lake Louise on our optional excursion. Known as the ‘Gem of the Rockies’, this is the ideal location to end your trip and has been described by many as the most beautiful place in Canada.

DAY 8 – Calgary to UK
Transfer to Calgary airport for your return flight to the UK.

DAY 9 – Arrival in the UK

Dates, Prices & Departure

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07/10/2010 £1002 Book now (07/10/2010)
21/10/2010 £952 Book now (21/10/2010)
04/11/2010 £792 Book now (04/11/2010)
25/11/2010 £742 Book now (25/11/2010)
Deposits are £150 per person
All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities


Supplements

  • Single room supplement from £185
  • UK Airline Passenger Duty Included
  • Overseas Airport Airline Tax Included
  • Flight Upgrades
  • Holiday Insurance

Travel Information

Flights are by scheduled services of Thomas Cook Airlines
Departing London Gatwick 1315 hrs
Return arrival 1110 hrs
All timings are approximate and may be subject to variation.

Upgrade your flights

Upgrade your flights to Executive first class, ask your Holiday Advisors for details.

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General Information | Insurance

We know that your holiday is very important to you. It is also extremely important to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to entrust your holiday arrangements to us in years to come. We also care about our reputation and want to be sure that you understand both your and our obligations when you book a holiday with us. Please therefore spend a few minutes reading the following Booking Conditions together with the General Information, as they form the basis of your contract with us. Your contract is with Travelsphere a division of Travelsphere Ltd.

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Booking Conditions | General Information

We know that your holiday is very important to you. It is also extremely important to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to entrust your holiday arrangements to us in years to come. We also care about our reputation and want to be sure that you understand both your and our obligations when you book a holiday with us. Please therefore spend a few minutes reading the following Booking Conditions together with the General Information, as they form the basis of your contract with us. Your contract is with Travelsphere a division of Travelsphere Ltd.

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Travel Extras

We know that picking your dream destination is the biggest part of making your perfect holiday come true. But there are a number of other decisions that have to be made such as where to park at the airport and who to change your money with, to name but a few. So to really get every aspect of your holiday sorted we have set up a one stop travel shop and useful links section for you to organise all your travel needs, leaving you to concentrate on having a memorable and relaxing holiday with Travelsphere.



Holiday Extras Airport hotels, parking and more from www.holidayextras.co.uk/Travelsphere We have teamed up with Holiday Extras to help get your holiday off to a great start.
  • Airport and Port Parking
  • Airport and Port Hotels
  • VIP Airport Lounges
  • Airport Chauffeur Drive
  • London Theatre Breaks
  • UK Theme Park Breaks
  • Airport Car Hire
 
Lounge Pass Airport Lounges from Lounge Pass Start your holiday off refreshed and relaxed by taking advantage of our VIP airport lounge offer, available at a number of airports, both here and abroad. From as little as £15 each, you’ll enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, where you can enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks, read the papers, check your email or simply relax and watch TV until your flight is called. For details, please visit www.travelsphere.co.uk/loungepass
 
Lands' End Casual Clothing from Lands’ End Lands' End offer an extensive range of high quality casual and tailored clothes for men and women. Choose from their selection of jackets, knitted tops, trousers, dresses, skirts and more.
To view their full range and buy online visit www.landsend.co.uk
 
 
Voyager Travel Door to Door Service with Voyager Travel If you would like the security of having a professional private hire service to pick you up from your home and drive you to and from the airport at a competitive rate simply call Voyager Travel free on 0800 037 1533 for a special Just You price by quoting reference JYI. Your smartly dressed, experienced driver will assist you with your luggage. Then you can enjoy a relaxing start to your holiday as you sit back in comfort and are driven along in a stylish, non-smoking, air-conditioned car. If you wish you can also book an in-car portable DVD player for longer journeys. Your contract will be with Voyager Travel. We do not accept any responsibility for delays or missed departures etc, caused by Voyager Travel’s services. Your contract will be with Voyager Travel.
 
Hotel Hoppa Hotel Hoppa Linking London Heathrow & Hotels. Hoppa tickets are available. Ask our Holiday Advisors for details on 0870 240 2426.

 
National Express Coach offer We have teamed up with National Express to offer you a great way to join your holiday. For just £27 each, you can travel from any of National Express's 1200 pick-up points around the country.

If you’d like to take advantage of this offer, please call our holiday advisors on 0870 240 2426 and we will add the cost to your booking. We recommend that you contact National Express directly, to find out if suitable services exist. You can do this by calling them on 08705 80 80 80, or by visiting their website www.nationalexpress.com

We are unable to accept any liability if things go wrong, and you miss your flight or ferry, or if National Express don’t offer a service that’s convenient for you.
 
Ramada Hotels Overnight hotels for holidays by coach at Dover & Folkestone We can also offer you overnight hotels in Dover & Folkestone. Typical of the hotels we use are the Ramada Dover Hotel in Dover and the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone. Prices start from £50 per room including a transfer to the terminal. To book or for further information please call on of our Holiday Advisors on 0870 240 2426.
 
Jessops Photography from Jessops Jessops is the UK's leading specialist photographic retailer. With great on-line savings on hundreds of products, including digital cameras, camcorders, lenses, batteries and much more, plus free delivery on mainland UK orders over £75, Jessops has all your photographic needs covered. Visit www.jessops.com see their full range of photographic equipment.
 
Port Parking Port Parking for holidays by coach at Dover & Folkestone If you want to park your car at Dover, when crossing the Channel by ferry, please call the Dover Harbour Board on 01304 241 427 to pre-book your space.

If you want to park your car at Folkestone, when crossing the Channel by Eurotunnel, please call Relyon Car parks on 01304 201 227 to pre-book your space.
 
Regional Flights Regional Connecting Flights You can fly from many regional airports to connect with your international flight on a selection of our Worldwide holidays. Look out for information on tour pages for holidays offering regional connecting flights, which operate with airlines such as British Airways and bmi. Click here for further information.
 
Travel With Care Travel Accessories from Travel with Care Travel With Care offers a comprehensive range of travel accessories, with everything you need for your holiday. From First Aid, DVT Prevention and Healthcare to money belts, wallets, waterproofs, toiletries, alarm clocks, and much, much more, www.travelwithcare.com is the place for all those holiday essentials.
 
Travelsphere Travel Insurance from Travelsphere To view our excellent value for money holiday insurance please click here.
 


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