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Canada is a year round destination experiencing four seasons – Spring in April and May: Summer from June to August: Autumn in September and October: Winter from November to March. Remember the Canadian seasons are the reverse to Australia.
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Vancouver – Calgary
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975 |
| Calgary - Banff |
128 |
| Calgary - Edmonton |
295 |
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Welcome to British Columbia & Alberta....
Where the Rockies meet the sea
The breathtaking mountain peaks touch the sky and this is where your “Canadian Adventure” begins.
With everything from spectacular mountain scenery and quaint little towns to modern, cosmopolitan cities with vibrant night life.
Unwind and be pampered in a luxurious 5 star resort or get back to nature in a rustic lodge or cabin, enjoy the fabulous scenic journey aboard the infamous Rocky Mountaineer or go hiking or rafting in one of the many National Parks.
Whether it’s indoor or outdoor, relaxing or being adventurous that makes your vacation complete, you will find it all at your fingertips in this truly amazing corner of Canada.
Traveller's Secrets
Where to eat & drink:
* Experience High Tea at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria.
* Watch the world go by at the lobby bar of the Fairmont
Hotel Vancouver.
* Relax at the Waldhaus Restaurant in the grounds of Banff Springs.
* Enjoy a quiet drink & nibbles at the Walliser Stube Bar in the Chateau.
* Satisfy your hunger in Calgary at one of the many saloons – try the buffalo ribs.
Where to shop:
* Wander along Government Street in Victoria.
* Shop till you drop on Robson Street Vancouver.
* Window shop in the maze of boutique stores in the Fairmont Hotels.
* Do your souvenir shopping in Banff along Banff Avenue.
* Don’t miss the Canadian Classics – Roots, Hudson Bay clothing store & the Christmas Shops.
What to see:
* Take a BC ferry journey to Victoria to visit the world renowned Butchart Gardens.
* Enjoy a bike ride through Stanley Park in Vancouver.
* Ride the Sulphur Mountain Gondola to see sweeping views of the Bow Valley.
* Take a walk on the wild side on the Athabasca Glacier.
* Hike up to the Tea House at the beautiful Lake Louise.
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