Price based on tour starting:

• 30 September 2025 – autumn season
• 14 October 2025 – autumn season

Extra charges apply for:

• 06 May 2025 + $200 – spring season
• 27 May 2025 + $200 – spring season
• 12 August 2025 + $600 – summer season

Seasons in Western Canada explained

Spring (+$200pp | March–May)
Spring is a wonderful time to visit Western Canada. The national parks burst into life with colourful wildflowers and fresh greenery, providing a serene and scenic backdrop for your holiday. This season offers a peaceful experience, with fewer visitors than summer.

Summer (+$600pp | June–August)
Summer is the most popular time to visit Western Canada. The long sunny days provide perfect conditions for sightseeing and soaking in the region’s natural beauty. It’s also a great time to spot wildlife in their natural habitat, making it an unforgettable experience.

Autumn (September–November)
Autumn is a calm and comfortable time to explore Western Canada. With the summer crowds gone, you can enjoy the national parks at a relaxed pace, surrounded by breathtaking golden autumn colours. This season’s crisp, clear days offer ideal conditions for a memorable getaway.

Itinerary

Our multi-stop Canada tours are carefully designed to give an insight into the highlights, culture and unique beauty of each region. Each day will be different, with a combination of travel days, sightseeing and free time to explore or take a breather as you wish.

Tipping (Gratuities) in Canada

Although tipping is not mandatory, it is a customary practice in North America and represents an important part of remuneration within service trades. Tips reflect your satisfaction about the services received throughout your stay. While gratuities are at the discretion of each passenger below are customary guidelines for providing gratuities:

• Tour Leader: $5 CAD per person per day
• Driver: $5 CAD per person per day
• Local Guides: $3 CAD per person per day

Visa requirement for Canada

Please note that Canada has an electronic travel authorization (ETA), which requires all international visitors to register online before traveling to Canada. This registration procedure assists travelers in processing required documents while determining their eligibility to travel to international destinations. Registration for the ETA program is now mandatory for all international travelers wishing to travel to Canada. For further information, we invite you to visit the Government of Canada’s official website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp 

Bedding

Please note most bedding in Canada is based on twin (two beds). Double (one large bed) can be requested however it is subject to hotel room availability.

Transfers

Group tour airport transfers are included providing you are arriving on the first and last day of tour. Flight details will be required no later than 90 days prior to travel.

Baggage

Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. One of the reasons is due to coach requirements and limitation.

• Calgary 3.5*– Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown or Similar
• Banff 3.5*– Banff Caribou Lodge or similar
• Sun Peaks 3*– Nancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge or similar
• Vancouver 3*– Century Plaza Hotel Vancouver or similar

The accommodation mentioned above is subject to change. Please refer to your confirmed Hotel List provided to you at the time of Final Documentation sent no later than 30 days prior to departure.

Solo Occupancy

A single supplement starts from $1,200 per person and the amount varies per departure date and seasonality. The single supplement is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy. Please note there are a limited number of solo rooms available per departure.

Important Information 

Exclusions

International flights, meals not stated, beverages, optional sightseeing, travel insurance (strongly recommended), Canada ETA (Visa), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.

Payment

A first deposit from $499 per person is required to secure your booking. The final balance will be due 5 months before departure. Full payment is due at the time of booking for departures within 5 months.

Fitness

A good level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, including boarding and alighting vehicles and other forms of transportation, walking up and down flights of stairs, and navigating uneven terrain and footpaths. This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring wheelchair, mobility scooters or facilities for disabled guests. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able move about unassisted at the required pace. For advice on whether this trip is suitable for you, you must disclose physical ailments at the time of booking.

Pace

The pace of this tour is medium paced. The tour covers multiple regions within Canada and can involve early starts and long travel days. Please be aware many scenic attractions in Canada can only be reached by walking through national parks, trails and stairs. As some attractions may be very busy, please remain with your dedicated Tour Leader/Guide (s).

Tipping (Gratuities) in Canada

Although tipping is not mandatory, it is a customary practice in North America and represents an important part of remuneration within service trades. Tips reflect your satisfaction about the services received throughout your stay. While gratuities are at the discretion of each passenger below are customary guidelines for providing gratuities:

• Tour Leader: $5 CAD per person per day
• Driver: $5 CAD per person per day
• Local Guides: $3 CAD per person per day

Solo Occupancy

A single supplement starts from $1,200 per person and the amount varies per departure date and seasonality. The single supplement is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy. Please note there are a limited number of solo rooms available per departure.

Triple Share

Triple share is not available.

Extra Accommodation

Unfortunately pre and post group tour accommodation is not available. You may wish to book your own pre and post tour accommodation however the group airport transfers will not be included should you not arrive on the first and last day. The group hotels are finalised no later than 30 days prior to departure.

Child

This tour is best enjoyed to adult travellers and is not suitable for children under 12 years of age. Children 12 years and above are subject to the adult price and must be accompanied by an adult.

Price

Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are in Australian dollars per person twin share unless stated otherwise.

Amendment

Each amendment is subject to a fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Cancellation

Cancellation is subject to a fee from $550 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.

Passport

For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.

Canada Visa (ETA)

Please note that Canada has an electronic travel authorization (ETA), which requires all international visitors to register online before traveling to Canada. This registration procedure assists travelers in processing required documents while determining their eligibility to travel to international destinations. Registration for the ETA program is now mandatory for all international travelers wishing to travel to Canada. For further information, we invite you to visit the Government of Canada’s official website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp

USA Visa (ESTA)

**Please note this 8 Day itinerary does not visit USA therefore an ESTA is not required**

In the event you are deviating, stopping in USA or cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage then you will require a USA ESTA. All eligible travellers who wish to travel to the United States must request permission and pay fees according to an established process. For more information, please refer to the electronic travel authorization system website https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta

Health

It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended. Drink only bottled water with intact seals.

Money

The currency in Canada is Canadian Dollars. ATMs are widely available in most cities. They accept major credit cards including at international hotels and restaurants. In some smaller cities, using international cards will be limited and local currency is suggested.

Baggage

Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. One of the reasons is due to coach requirements and limitation. Checked in baggage for the VIA Rail must be checked-in at least 45min prior to departure at the terminal. There are limited storage options on VIA Rail, therefore please keep carry-on light, with only necessities for 3 nights on the train. All porterage is not included, and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk, and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.

Transfers

Group tour airport transfers are included providing you are arriving on the first and last day of the tour. Any deviation from the group pre or post tour will result in forfeiture of the transfers.

Meals

Meals are not included in this tour. All meals will be at your own expense.  .

Accommodation

All accommodation featured in this itinerary is based on 3-4 star hotels. Please note many hotels in Canada are either self-rated or locally rated. All hotel rooms will feature either a twin room (two single beds) or a double room (1 Queen bed). All bedding requests cannot be guaranteed however all special requests should be made known at time of booking. All hotel rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. Hotel names mentioned are indicative and subject to change based, with final group tour hotels being confirmed on your final documentation. The standard check-in time is from 3pm and check-out is prior to 10am.

International Flights

International flights are not included in this package, however flights can be quoted and booked for you at additional expense, at approximately 8 to 10 months prior to departure.  

Group size

You will meet like-minded travellers on tour and may even make lifelong friends. This holiday will proceed with a smaller group size based on a minimum 25 passengers and a maximum group size of approximately 40 passengers. If the tour does not operate, you will be offered a credit.

Itinerary

The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.

Breakaway

Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.

Documentation

Final documentation will be emailed no later than 4 weeks prior to departure.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.

Force Majeure

Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.