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Witness the majesty of floating icebergs and rugged lands as you embark on a journey to the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland. View towering icebergs, expansive icefields and deep-blue fjords that are rich in marine life. Get a glimpse of life in the Arctic Circle, learn about Inuit communities and traditions that have sustained for generations. Bask in the endless rays of the midnight sun as you join us on a voyage of discovery to far-flung lands.

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Whether it's an Alaskan cruise from Vancouver or a snowboarding adventure from Sun Peaks , the west coast of Canada is where adventure lives! Play hide-and-seek with bison and bears, hike and marvel at some of the photogenic views in the world, or enjoy the serenity of true wilderness amongst a verdant forest. From polar expeditions to Rocky Mountain traverses, there's something for everyone in Western Canada.

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Canadian Rockies: National Parks Westbound

It was the best tour ever and had so much fun the tour guide Matthew Polowyk was this best guide ever so much fun and providing info at every place we went he also cooked great food

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Canadian Rockies: National Parks Eastbound

Great trip with beautifull destinations, a very nice group and a good tour guide!

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Rockies Classic Summer Tour

The Rockies Classic tour is an excellent ‘taster’ tour of the area, covering all the main sights (Lake Louise and other stunning lakes, Banff, Jasper) but with limited time in each location. There are a couple of optional activities (the Banff gondola and walking on a glacier) you can purchase as extras on the trip. There’s a fair amount of travelling on the first and last day, but there are regular stops and the guide provides lots of local information. The scenery even from the coach is often spectacular. Our guide Ryan was well informed and had a fun manner, helping to create a good group atmosphere. He went out of his way to help people get the most from stops by recommending cafes, showing people good viewpoints, and organising a mini-celebration for my birthday (thank you Ryan!). Overall this tour exceeded my expectations.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

It was an awesome tour and Lee was doing an amazing Job and was a fun guy! 10/10 did already recommend to others

Super knowledgeable guide, efficient and safe bus driver, and friendly tour companions. Who could ask for more, except that the sightseeing was spectacular and the weather great as a backdrop for these iconic views. I would thoroughly recommend this tour to any of the people I know.

Canadian Rockies

I would definitely recommend this trip. The scenery was amazing, the most beautiful places were on the itinerary. Our guide Duffy was brilliant he definitely helped make the trip so special.

Canada's Rockies (7 Days, Calgary Airport And Post Trip Hotel Transfer)

• €100 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Rockies Premium Tour from Vancouver (34 Seats)

Great tour,better driver and assistant, they were incredible

Hiking in the Canadian Rockies

Excellent trip, definitely recommend it!

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Via Railway Experience｜5-Day Vancouver to Rockies Railway Full Experience Tour Departure

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Wonders of the Canadian Rockies (10 Days)

Great trip Thank you Dave and Jeremy

Heart of the Canadian Rockies

Tour guide Alma was great. We saw many great sites. Everything went on schedule. The boat tour, glacier site and whale watching was the best.

7 Day Rocky Mountain Camping Adventure

Jef and cedrick were fab guides and made our trip to the rockies an amazing adventure

• €130 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

5-Day Rockies Unique Tour (Banff & Jasper & Yoho National Park)

The navigation of trip using Tourradar was easy and helpful. The Calgary Tours arrangement of the bus trip along with accommodations was comfortable. Only wished that there could have been a better representation of diversity in the tourists-- limited or total absence of Europeans, Americans and Canadians. The bus #532 of Calgary Tours was used throughout the trip. The driver Mr. Gary is a great driver and human being with excellent companionship. He and the guide Mr. Jesse were friendly and made the trip worthwhile. They managed the trip professionally to everyone's liking. Kudos to the two---keep it up. However, on visiting the Calgary Tours website directly I noticed their charges for the 5day tour was cheaper and quoted and charged in Canadian dollars. Hope, I had seen it before finalizing with you. Besides higher expenses we have no regrets. Thank you.

This tour was wonderful! Moose was incredibly responsive and every detail was covered. Our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about providing a unique experience to meet each travelers interest. On a side note, when initially looking up reviews of Moose Canada I had read terribly reviews. After further investigation this was only related to Moose East. Moose West is a wonderful company and I highly recommend them for your next adventure.

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This trip was the best experience of my life so far! My CEO Melanie was so amazing, I felt so at ease and happy throughout every step of the tour. This is the perfect trip to see some of Canada. 100000/10 would recommend to everyone!

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I have a great time! Ben is our tour guide, he’s such a great fun, knowledgeable, friendly person. He made sure everyone comfortable, safe, and ready to answer any questions we have during the tour. I did group tour before, I can tell Ben is one of the best.

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Western Canada

Our Western Canada tours showcase the awe-inspiring landscapes of the region combined with a focus on the local wildlife and cultural highlights intermingled throughout.

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Postcard-perfect settings in Canada and the Pacific Northwest set the stage for adventures in the wilderness playgrounds of Whistler, Lake Louise and Banff. Rafting, glacial hikes, and spotting wild animals are just a few of the adventures you'll be partaking in each day. The best resorts in the Rockies will be waiting at days end, ensuring relaxation and rejuvenation with a view so you are able to get up and do it all again the next day.

Jasper national park, alberta, in the heart of alberta's wilderness... jasper national park.

Home to some of the most breathtaking wilderness in the Canadian Rockies – waterfalls, canyons, crystal lakes and stunning mountain peaks – Canada's Jasper National Park in Alberta has been designated by UNESCO as one of the most significant natural locations on the planet… and with Tauck, you'll stay two nights in the heart of it at a wilderness lodge.

Lake Louise, Alberta

Lake louise... an emerald gem in banff national park.

A strikingly photogenic, emerald-colored lake in Alberta's Banff National Park, shimmering Lake Louise is surrounded by dense forests, soaring mountain peaks, and majestic Victoria Glacier. Built in the 1890s to attract wealthy travelers to the Canadian Rockies, the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise along her shores is recognized globally for an enduring tradition of hospitality excellence along with progressive environmental stewardship and responsible tourism. Endless outdoor recreational activities including hiking, canoeing, horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking and river rafting.

Banff National Park, Alberta

The treasures of canada's first national park.

Canada's oldest national park, established in the 1880s, Banff National Park embraces the emerald waters of Lake Louise, the jagged snow-capped peaks along the Icefields Parkway and postcard-perfect mountain settings, which you'll explore from your historic "Castle in the Rockies," Fairmont Banff Springs. One of Canada's first great railway hotels, this grand resort, styled after a Scottish baronial castle, first opened in 1888 as one of the world's most luxurious mountain getaways – and remains an enduring symbol of Canadian hospitality.

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Charming cities, mesmerizing mountains and lucid lakes await in Canada.

Canada is the land of glacial-fed lakes, incredible coastlines, French-speaking cities and friendly locals. Nicknamed the Great White North, the world's second-largest country is full of colonial and indigenous history. Cruise to Canada to step into 17th-century Notre Dame Cathedral in Montreal, and wander the European-styled Old Town in Quebec City. Venture out of the urban centers and explore the country's wild terrain: Traverse 80 miles of trails in St. John's, Newfoundland. Mountain-bike up Bear Mountain in Victoria, British Columbia. Or go zip-lining in the Coast Mountains outside Vancouver.

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The Call of the Wild

Only 10 percent of Canada is urbanized, which means there are endless rural and remote escapes and travel adventures to experience across the country. Whether you're a winter sports enthusiast, an avid hiker or admirer of nature's beauty, you're sure to find an adventure fit for you.  

Hit the Powder

Vancouver is also home to several ski mountains, including Cypress and Grouse Mountain, both of which make for a doable day trip. In the country's east, Quebec City is not far from Stoneham Mountain Resort and Mont Tremblant.

A Whale of a Good Time

On both Canada's east and west shores, the whale watching is world-class. Head to Nanaimo, British Columbia, and sight orcas and humpbacks off Vancouver Island. Or check out the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park is Saguenay, Quebec, where belugas live year-round and other whales travel to come feed each season from May to October.

Play in the Parks

Canada is home to 40 national parks, as well as over 1,000 provincial and territorial parks. Head to La Mauricie National Park outside Quebec City to go kayaking on its forest-surrounded lakes, and hike past dunes and marshes in Prince Edward Island National Park. The fall foliage is especially spectacular in these places.

Connect With the Culture

Besides being a haven for outdoor adventures and activities, there are many urban epicenters in Canada that will immediately captivate you. Transport yourself to French colonial times in Quebec's Old City, and feel the pulse of life in modern metropolises like Montreal and Vancouver during your vacation.  

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Test your high school French in Quebec, where you'll find European-inspired architecture and French treats galore. Visit Canada and soak in the fairytale vibe of Chateau Frontenac, or pick up a buttery, flaky almond croissant for fuel as you stroll past the Parliament Building and other sights on the oldest streets in North America.

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Learn more about Canada's natural and anthropological history at places like the Museum of Anthropology in Vancouver, the Maritime Museum of British Columbia and Montreal's Maison Saint-Gabriel Museum, a humble farmhouse that recreates daily life circa 1658.

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Canada's West Coast urban center, Vancouver is full of unusual to-do's. Walk above the treetops on the thrilling Capilano Suspension Bridge. Marvel at the brightly painted totem poles in Stanley Park. See the Gastown Steam Clock, which puts on a show of steam and whistles chimes every quarter-hour.

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EBe charmed by Canada's cities, where you can spend a day brunching and skiing in Vancouver or marveling at the French-inspired cities of Montreal and Quebec on the East Coast.s.

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Start in Seattle and visit Victoria , British Columbia's historic capital city. Alternatively, cruise from Vancouver up the Inside Passage to Alaska and extend your week-long cruise to see more of Vancouver.

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Northeast cruises in Canada usually include New England adventures as well. See the quiet maritime provinces of Nova Scotia , New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island , and explore their windswept coastlines. Cruise from New York to explore the Northeast landscape.

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There's never a bad time to cruise to Canada. Autumn is highly regarded as one of the best times to visit Canada's eastern coastline, when fall foliage transforms the maritimes and New England. Summertime in Canada also brings the best weather to the Pacific Northwest, where the temperatures stay much cooler than they do further south. Although both French and English are the official languages of Canada, French is the dominant language in Quebec Province. However, most Quebec locals know English and are happy to communicate in the language, especially in tourist areas.

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Known as Canada's national dish, poutine is a delightfully indulgent French-Canadian dish found from coast-to-coast that includes three ingredients: fries, cheese curds and gravy. What more do you need, really?

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Western Canada Cruise Port Sets 2023 Record 

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The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority concluded its 2023 season with fewer cruise ships visiting this year — although the port actually processed a record number of passengers due to higher occupancy levels. This led to an impressive season and an economic boom for the popular cruise port.

A Bumper 2023 Cruise Season for Victoria Harbour

The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, located in Victoria on Vancouver Island in Canada’s British Columbia, finished its 2023 cruise season on October 29, 2023, posting some impressive results.

The Harbour Authority announced that it greeted 326 vessels for a total of 970,000 cruise tourists from April to October 2023. While Victoria saw three fewer ships sail into its port this year compared to ships visiting in 2022, the city actually saw a 26% increase in cruise visitors due to enhanced ship occupancy.

“Victoria is a highly rated destination by cruise passengers,”   the Harbour Authority’s director of cruise development, Lindsay Gaunt, pointed out. 

Victoria is a common stop for Alaska-bound cruises by Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and others. These cruises usually depart from Seattle or Vancouver and swing by Victoria on their way to Alaskan destinations like Juneau, Ketchikan, and Glacier Bay National Park.

In 2019, a study revealed that passengers aboard cruise lines spend roughly $86 per person in Victoria. This expenditure includes annual totals of approximately $23.7 million allocated for excursions and local transportation, $6.7 million splurged on food and drink, plus $14.6 million spent on retail products.

Furthermore, disembarking crew members spend an average of $117 each — contributing a total of $11.4 million to the local economy. 

“With the demand for cruising to Alaska continuing to be very strong,”   Gaunt continued,   “Victoria remains a port of choice for cruise visitors. This demand will result in a continued positive economic impact of cruise to the Region.”

Read Also: Victoria Welcomes 10 Millionth Cruise Passenger

Cruise companies have also bolstered the local economy in Victoria by investing $84 million in various services, including dockworkers, storage, port charges, transportation, and ship agents, which creates additional jobs and a positive economic impact in the region.

Visiting Ships and Shore Power Initiatives

During the 2023 season, four vessels marked their inaugural visits to Victoria:  Carnival Luminosa ,  MS Insignia , L’Austral , and  Scenic Eclipse . Each ship was greeted with a traditional exchange of plaques and appropriate fanfare to mark their momentous maiden calls.

Looking ahead,  Celebrity Edge , a more recent and ultra-modern addition to Celebrity Cruises’ fleet , will make her first journey to Victoria in 2024. 

In contrast, this summer marked the conclusion of  Celebrity Solstice ‘s annual visits to Victoria, which began in 2013.  Celebrity Solstice  has brought nearly half a million tourists to the city during her tenure there, but the ship will now be setting its course for Vancouver in 2024.

Additionally, in April 2023, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure in British Columbia announced a substantial contribution of $9 million towards shore power initiatives, underlining the industry’s commitment to sustainable practices that are good for the planet and reducing carbon emissions.

Shore power permits equipped cruise ships to hook up to the local electrical grid while docked in port, which in turn allows vessels to turn off their primary engines. This reduces both airborne emissions as well as local noise while a ship is docked.

Canada’s Record-Setting 2023 Cruise Season

It wasn’t just Victoria that set cruise records in 2023. This year has seen  remarkable successes for several other Canadian cruise ports . 

The Port of Vancouver , for instance, experienced an impressive influx with 332 ship visits and an astounding 1.25 million guests for the year. These figures far exceeded the initial predictions for the 2023 Alaska sailing season.

Other ports also experienced increased activity, exemplified by Halifax (the capital of Nova Scotia), where a staggering number of ships — five in total — graced this city’s Atlantic Ocean docks on a single day during the autumn foliage season. 

The resurgence of people booking cruising holidays in Canada or that cruises pass through the nation has revitalized the economies of port communities, creating ripples of prosperity. 

In 2019, which represents the most recent comprehensive data for a full cruise season, the cruise industry helped sustain the livelihoods of 30,000 Canadian workers and injected billions into the national economy. 

With 2023 numbers surpassing previous records, these positive statistics are only set to increase, which is good news for Canadians involved in the cruise sector as well as cruise enthusiasts looking forward to great vacations in the Great White North.

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Jeffrey Cleary is an experienced travel advisor and cruise specialist with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in Caribbean and World cruises. With over a decade of experience in the travel industry, Jeffrey has developed a reputation as a trusted advisor for those seeking unforgettable Caribbean and/or World cruise experiences. "I bring a wealth of experience and knowledge in the cruise industry, along with real-world experience on many of the finest ships at sea. I love cruising myself, so I am often sailing (and reachable by clients) and experiencing the cruise lines first hand. I'll get to know you, your style, your ideal vacation and recommend an Amazing Cruise experience."

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9 Days . 14 Meals

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Western Canada’s Rockies, Lakes & Wine Country

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Behold beautiful views and welcoming cultures as you journey across the Canadian Rockies – from Calgary to Vancouver. Discover the cowboy spirit at a local ranch before enjoying a traditional Albertan BBQ. Stay in and drive through scenic Banff National Park. Stand before the turquoise waters of Lake Louise. Understand the history and importance of the Canadian Pacific Railway at Revelstoke Railroad Museum. Spend 2 nights in the Okanagan, a fertile valley best known as British Columbia’s wine country. Explore Vancouver and discover its many gems and outstanding cuisine. Soaring peaks to sparkling lakes, wine country to cowboy culture, get to know the spirit of Western Canada.

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• 5 Handpicked Accommodations
• 2 Choice on Tour Options

Included Highlights

• Albertan BBQ

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8 Breakfasts

2 - Moderate

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Step inside Stanley Park, Vancouver’s renowned urban rainforest.

Explore the natural beauty of Banff, taking in the powerful Bow Falls.

Spend time discovering Lake Louise.

Cultural Experiences:

Stay 2 nights in the heart of the Okanagan – British Columbia’s wine country.

Taste some local treats on an agricultural visit in the Okanagan.

Delve into the history of the Canadian Pacific Railway at the Revelstoke Railway Museum.

Culinary Inclusions:

Delight in a traditional Albertan barbecue.

Taste the wines of the Okanagan Valley during dinner at a local vineyard.

• Lake Louise
• Revelstoke Railway Museum
• Okanagan Valley
• Choice on Tour: Indigenous Traditions and Ancestral Lands Tour or Hidden History of Downtown Kelowna Tour
• Vineyard Dinner and Wine Tasting
• Stanley Park
• Granville Island

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Hotel-Calgary Marriott Downtown

Hotel-Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Experience the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies from a birds-eye perspective -- leave the ground behind and behold the incomparable beauty of the region with a helicopter tour. Nothing compares to the total exhilaration of soaring above some of the most incredible scenery the world offers. Soar to the “Matterhorn” of the Canadian Rockies, Mt. Assiniboine, which rises majestically 11,870 feet along the Great Divide. The surrounding glaciers and icefalls will astound you and capture your imagination. This is a photographer's dream come true!

Join up with a Chinese Canadian to explore Vancouver’s robust Chinatown. Walking through the neighborhood, you’ll learn about the various landmarks and buildings, stopping in local shops for tastings and conversations for a truly in-depth discovery of the community. Complete your Chinatown exploration with dinner at a local restaurant, featuring an assortment of Chinese dishes, while your guide leads a lively discussion on Chinese customs, culture and cuisine.

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Pre Night: Calgary Marriott Downtown From $110 per night

Calgary Marriott Downtown

Banff ptarmigan inn, sutton place hotel revelstoke, delta by marriott okanagan resort, sheraton vancouver wall centre, stay longer.

Post Night: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre From $240 per night

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