Carolina Alumni Travel
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One of North America’s great unspoiled wildernesses, the Canadian Rockies offer bountiful rewards for outdoor lovers. Amid stunning alpine scenery, this 11-day adventure shared by no more than 24 fellow travelers offers a feast for the eyes — and the spirit. Embark on a nature-focused itinerary that brings you face to face with some truly stunning sights, staying in unique mountain lodges. Setting out from Calgary, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant located on the shores of serene Waterton Lake, where the prairie meets the mountains. Majestic Glacier National Park’s splendors are then revealed during a two-night stay that includes a travel highlight: riding in a legendary Red Jammer sightseeing bus along the fabled Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Spend the next two nights in the authentic mountain town of Whitefish, Montana, riding a chairlift to Whitefish Mountain’s summit, taking a guided tour of Conrad Mansion and experiencing town life. After encountering some of the tour’s most striking scenery en route to British Columbia’s world-famous Banff National Park, highlights here include visits to photogenic Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefields, a UNESCO site; and traversing Athabasca Glacier in a special vehicle.
Jasper National Park (another UNESCO site) follows, with the chance to admire the geological marvel of Maligne Canyon and cruise cerulean Maligne Lake. An exhilarating cliff-edge Glacier Skywalk expedition affords spectacular views. The final full day in the Canadian Rockies features a ride on the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain’s 8,000-foot peak and two more natural wonders: the Hoodoos and Bow Falls.
Day 1 - Depart U.S.
Days 2 - 3 - Glacier National Park (St. Mary), U.S.
Days 4 - 5 - Whitefish
Day 6 - Lake Louise, Canada
Days 7 - 8 - Jasper
Days 9 - 10 - Banff
Day 11 - Depart Calgary, Canada for the U.S.
Base Price: from $7,792* (air and taxes included) per person, based on double occupancy
- Additional solo supplement of $1,295
- * Pricing dependent on departure city; Airline fees and taxes subject to change
- Air upgrades may be available. Contact Odysseys Unlimited directly at (888) 370-6765 for options.
Inclusions:
- 12 nights accommodations in Superior First Class and First Class hotels.
- 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 8 dinners including a Farewell Dinner.
- See brochure for full details
Below are physical expectations required to fully enjoy the journey. We, and the tour operator, are happy to discuss the physical needs of this trip to ensure the best fit. Should you reserve space, be sure to share with the tour operator physical accommodations you may need i.e. Cpap machine, hearing aid for listening device, special medicine, etc.
- Rated: Easy/Moderate - 2 out of 5
- Consistent amount of walking most days
- 1-3 miles a day, this may include occasional longer walks from motor coach drop-off to sites and hotels
- Full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities
- Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes uneven terrain including cobblestones, and climb a few flights of stairs , occasionally without handrails or assistance.
- Elevators are not always available at sights or hotels
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure or on the tour operator’s website.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.