Best of the Rockies
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Best of the Rockies: Prepare for mountains, lakes, glaciers and awe-inspiring beauty in the northwest USA and southwest Canada. This adventure gets you up close and personal with two of North America’s prominent mountain ranges, crossing an international border and the Continental Divide. The national parks of Banff, Jasper, Rocky Mountain and Yellowstone will take your breath away as you immerse yourself in the great outdoors.
Best of the Rockies: Trip Highlights:
Visit Rocky Mountain, Yellowstone, Banff and Jasper National Parks, North America’s most famous and beautiful parks.Stay at an authentic working guest ranch in Montana and enjoy a home-cooked meal and camp fire under the stars.
Enjoy an overnight wilderness canoe trip in Wells Gray Provincial Park, viewing wildlife and natural attractions.
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Best of the Rockies: Day 1 DENVER – ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
Depart Denver and drive north to the Rocky Mountain National Park, where you stay for two nights. Rocky Mountain National Park boasts over 300km of hiking trails. (L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 2 ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
Spend the day hiking, sightseeing or relaxing in Rocky Mountain National Park. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 3 ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK – WALDEN – SARATOGA
Continue your journey north, passing through northern Colorado, before entering Wyoming. Stop at the community of Saratoga. Breathtaking views attract artists, photographers and nature lovers alike. Surrounding Saratoga are several mountains including Elk Mountain, the Snowy Range Mountains and the Sierra Madre Mountains. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 4 SARATOGA – SINKS CANYON STATE PARK
Sinks Canyon is a rugged canyon in Wyoming. Located on the eastern slope of the mountains, the canyon is named for a unique geologic formation, “The Sinks,” where the river vanishes underground near the mouth of the canyon. Sinks Canyon is part of a magnificent ecosystem that stretches from the foothills to alpine habitat. An amazing diversity of birds and wildlife can be seen in this area. Walk the “Falls Trail” with your guide today. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 5 SINKS CANYON STATE PARK – GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK – JACKSON
Continuing your journey through Wyoming, pay a visit to Grand Teton National Park and enjoy a walk to Inspiration Point with views over Jenny Lake and the stunning Teton Range. Stay in Jackson to enjoy a truly friendly and authentic western town experience.Best of the Rockies: Day 6 JACKSON – YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Your next destination, Yellowstone National Park, was the world’s first national park and is home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bear, wolf, bison and elk. Herds of bison roam amongst the erupting geysers and steam rises from the various rivers running through the park. (L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 7 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
You will have a full day to enjoy Yellowstone National Park’s majestic wilderness and witness its extraordinary geysers. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 8 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK – MONTANA RANCH
Your next stop is a hidden secret, nestled deep in the wilderness of the Tobacco Root Mountains, an authentic working guest ranch. After an optional horseback ride around the wide expanses of the great outdoors, enjoy an old-fashioned home-cooked cowboy meal and a camp fire under the stars of Montana’s big sky country. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 9 MONTANA RANCH – GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
Continue further into Montana and arrive at Glacier National Park. This park is home to abundant wildlife including the world renowned grizzly bear. Jump on board the shuttle bus and enjoy the spectacular glacial scenery and some wildlife viewing. Walking opportunities include the trail over Swiftcurrent Pass as well as an amazing hike leading to Iceberg Lake. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 10 GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
The days is yours to spend at leisure. You may choose to hike over the numerous walking trails or hop on the shuttle bus. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 11GLACIER NATIONAL PARK – BANFF NATIONAL PARK
From Montana, cross the border into the province of Alberta, in Canada, and stop by Calgary en-route to Banff National Park. Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park’s mountainous terrain encompasses coniferous forests, alpine meadows, icefields and glaciers. Banff is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 12 BANFF NATIONAL PARK
There are outstanding hikes available and, with an abundance of wildlife around, there is always a chance of seeing something. There is nothing better after a hard day of fun than a soak in the Sulphur Mountain Hot Springs. (B)(L)(D)Best of the Rockies: Day 13 BANFF NATIONAL PARK – JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Travel on the Icefields Parkway, a scenic road that cuts through the heart of the Rockies and offers one of the world’s most spectacular drives. Peyto Lake’s turquoise hues are sure to startle with their brilliance. End your day by continuing to Jasper National Park and setting up camp for a two night stay. (B)Best of the Rockies: Day 14 JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Jasper National Park is the largest national park in Canada. It is much less developed that other areas in western Canada and offers a true wilderness feel. There are several options on offer in Jasper. You can start by taking the cable car to Whistler Mountain for a bird’s eye view of this splendid park. There are also opportunities for mountain biking or hiking amidst glorious lakeside scenery, or visit Mount Edith Cavell for tremendous views of Angel Glacier. These additional options are at your own expense. (B)Best of the Rockies: Day 15 JASPER NATIONAL PARK – WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK
Depart Jasper and head to Wells Gray Provincial Park. Today you will embark on an overnight wilderness canoe trip. Wells Gray Provincial Park offers a variety of topographical features. Extinct volcanoes, lava beds, mineral springs and glaciers are just a few of the wondrous natural attractions at the park. A number of spectacular waterfalls also exist. Wildlife abounds with larger animals, such as the grizzly bear and moose, and smaller animals including beaver, wolverine and timber wolf. (D)Best of the Rockies: Day 16 WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK – WHISTLER
Travel west through the arid Central Valley before entering the awesome Fraser River Canyon. Your last stop on your mountain adventure is the popular year-round resort town of Whistler. (B)Best of the Rockies: Day 17 WHISTLER – VANCOUVER
Make your way to Vancouver and enjoy a sightseeing excursion. See the authentic totem poles erected in the 1920’s and stop by Prospect Point, a scenic lookout with views of Lion’s Gate. Your journey ends after your excursion. -
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Best of the Rockies What’s Included:
11 nights camping accommodation, four nights hotel accommodation and one night mountain ranch stay, meals as per itinerary, transport by private vehicle, services of a professional guide, scenic ferry and taxesBest of the Rockies What’s NOT included:
International flights
Any extra local transport (subways, taxis, buses) unless covered by the included passes
Any entrance fees unless otherwise specified
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