Moose Travel Network
My wife and I did a tour with them a few years ago, it was the Canada West tour ‘Hoodapus’. It was comfortable as I didn’t have to worry about driving and I liked to concept of jumping on/off the van. We wanted to spend more time in Jasper so we ‘jumped off’ and took the next van. Initially I was worried there would not be seats available on the next van, but they were (you have to call in advance and confirm when you want to be picked up).
Would I do it again? I don’t think so as having your car gives you freedom to stop wherever and whenever you like.
From the Moose Travel Network site (they have a special offer now ‘All West Tours 5% off only until March 31st’):
Day: 1 | Location: VANCOUVER TO KELOWNA
Leaving the city behind, we travel east through the Fraser Valley, stopping for a short walk in a west coast rainforest to check out Bridal Veil Falls, and for lunch at an idyllic lake. We’ll then pass through the Coastal Mountains and into the much drier interior of British Columbia. The night is spent in the Kelowna, where we will go on a houseboat/jetboat tour of Okanagan Lake and have a barbeque at the hostel. (Dinner, houseboat, jet boat and tour included)
Day: 2 | Location: KELOWNA TO BANFF
We cross into the province of Alberta and will be in four National Parks today, including Canada’s oldest and most famous – Banff! The Rocky Mountains await us, as does Emerald Lake, the first of many aqua blue glacier lakes we’ll see. We’ll settle for the night in the historic town of Banff, in the heart of the Rockies.
Day: 3 | Location: BANFF TO JASPER
Today, we’ll soak up the awe inspiring scenery along the Icefields Parkway – Lake Louise, jagged mountain peaks, raging rivers, the Columbia Icefields, waterfalls, wildlife and more. The Jasper townsite is Banff’s little cousin, but Jasper National Park is the definition of great Canadian wilderness! Enjoy a campfire and look for the Northern Lights.
Day: 4 | Location: JASPER TO BANFF
It’s another day of jaw dropping vistas, and scenic hikes as we make our way back to Banff. Highlights include Parker Ridge (seasonal), Peyto Lake and Moraine Lake (seasonal). Tonight we explore the great nightlife in the pubs, bar and clubs of Banff! (Dinner included)
Day: 5 | Location: BANFF LOCAL TOUR
Today we have put aside an entire day to explore the heart of Rocky Mountains. Take an included tour of the sites in the Banff area, hike a local mountain, or for an optional extra cost, go whitewater rafting, horse riding or mountain biking. Your guide will help you arrange an action packed day tailored to your adventure plans!
Day: 6 | Location: BANFF TO KELOWNA
We leave the Rockies today, but not without first stopping to visit Takakkaw Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Canada (seasonal). Then it’s on to the Okanagan, a Summer recreational area.
Day: 7 | Location: KELOWNA TO VANCOUVER
Today we cruise past beautiful lakes, climb over high mountain passes and visit Manning Park before returning to the coast. Then it’s back to Vancouver and time to say goodbye to your new friends.
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