Christmas Vancouver, Banff & Rockies - 5 days

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Spend a memorable Christmas in the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day escorted tour from Vancouver. Enjoy wine tasting and a cultural First Nations talk and spend two nights amongst the dramatic scenery of Banff. Enjoy a magical Christmas Day sleigh ride and a group Christmas dinner, toast marshmallows around a campfire in Golden and opt for a variety of fun seas...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Kamloops - Indulge in a selection of premium wines in the Okanagan Valley, and experience an educational talk led by the Okanagan Indian Band, providing entertaining stories and legends
    • Banff - Celebrate Christmas in Banff! Participate in winter activities, sightseeing, shopping, enjoy an authentic sleigh ride through winter wonderland, and finish with a festive Christmas dinner
    • 2025 Departure: Golden - Enjoy free time in Golden, and indulge in s'mores, creating memories around the campfire
    • 2026 Departure: Salmon Arm - Explore the stunning landscapes of Bow Valley Parkway, Emerald Lake, Roger’s Pass, and Craigellachie
    • Revelstoke - Explore the beautiful Emerald Lake and Lake Louise and embrace the serene views and atmosphere, with the opportunity for ice skating

What's this trip about?

    Spend a memorable Christmas in the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day escorted tour from Vancouver. Enjoy wine tasting and a cultural First Nations talk and spend two nights amongst the dramatic scenery of Banff. Enjoy a magical Christmas Day sleigh ride and a group Christmas dinner, toast marshmallows around a campfire in Golden and opt for a variety of fun seasonal activities including ice skating, skiing and snowboarding before ending your festive journey back in Vancouver.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 34 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVancouver
End CityVancouver

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Banff
  • Vancouver

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 34

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 34

Trip includes

    • 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner
    • 4 nights 3-4 star hotels
    • Escorted by an experienced, friendly and fun tour guide
    • All relevant transportation in a private minibus or coach
    • Scenic sightseeing stops enroute
    • Sleigh ride through winter wonderland
    • All park passes
    • Admission to the Okanagan Valley winery tour
    • Authentic Indigenous experience: storytelling around a campfire
    • Traditional Canadian campfire & s'mores
    • One piece of luggage and a small backpack or handbag per guest
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Vancouver

Vancouver - Kamloops. Depart from Canada Place in Vancouver at 8:00 am (please arrive by 7:45 am). The exciting journey begins here! Our friendly tour guide will begin with introductions and various games to help break the ice. They will share intriguing facts as we ...

Day : 2 Kamloops to Banff

Kamloops - Banff. Enjoy a complimentary hotel breakfast to fuel us for the day ahead. We then depart from the hotel in the morning and navigate through the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park. We'll pay a visit to Rog...

Day : 3 Banff

Banff. Celebrate Christmas in the heart of the Rockies! Start your festivities with breakfast at the hotel. We then embark on a scenic sleigh ride through a magical winter wonderland. We proceed to a guided driving tour of Banff with sightseeing including Bow Falls...

Day : 4 Golden

Banff - Golden. Start the day with complimentary breakfast. Decide whether to go skiing/snowboarding, or simply relax and spend the day in Banff. In the afternoon, we will journey towards Golden. Upon arrival, check into the hotel, and unwind using the hotels amenitie...

Day : 5 Vancouver

Golden - Vancouver. Tuck into our final breakfast at the hotel before departing Golden. We make a stop at Craigellachie, the site of the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Throughout the journey, pass time with onboard entertainment. Schedule permitting, we r...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,005
Price per day$201
Last Updated: 3/26/2025

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 8 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. ROOM SHARE OPTION: If you are a solo traveller and happy to share of room then you can pay the ‘Twin Share’ price and we will pair you up with another solo traveller of the same gender.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights & visas
    • Airport transfers
    • Travel Insurance
    • Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
    • Optional activities
    • Items of a personal nature
    • Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels
Travel Insurance
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Visa requirements
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Minimum age 6 (19 for any included wine / cider tasting). No maximum age.Child discounts for 2-12 yr olds and also 13-18 yr olds (lower discount) - child prices in Lemax
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