Canadian Rockies

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Day 1 – Home to Minot
Our luxurious motorcoach motors us to some of the world’s most beautiful country. Stay in Minot, North Dakota tonight.
Hotel: Kelly Inn

Day 2 – Minot to Havre
After breakfast we will make our way across the prairies of North Dakota and Montana.   We will arrive in Havre for a stay at the lovely Great Northern Inn.
Included Meals: Light Breakfast
Hotel: Best Western Great Northern Inn

Day 3 – Havre to Canmore, Alberta
Proof of citizenship is needed today as we cross the border into Canada.   We’ll stop for lunch in Lethbridge and make our way through Calgary before reaching our destination for the evening, Canmore. Its mountain setting is known for the famous Three Sisters Mountain towering nearby. The peaks are individually known as “Big Sister (Faith), Middle Sister (Charity) and Little Sister (Hope).” Tonight we will enjoy a dinner theatre performance.
Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Holiday Inn

Day 4 – Canmore to Banff
Enjoy breakfast before we depart for Banff, just a short distance away. This morning we will embark on a peaceful float raft ride on the Bow River as it winds along the Bow River Valley to Banff National Park, towering
mountain peaks and the Bow Falls surround us. Later we will make our way up to the lovely Banff Springs Hotel, which offers spectacular views to behold.   Lunch is included in downtown Banff. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Banff International Hotel

Day 5 – Banff to Jasper
Journey into the Canadian Rockies, considered one of the most scenic mountain ranges in the world.   View lovely Lake Moraine tucked among mountain peaks. Motor along the Icefields Parkway, a spectacular stretch of highway offering views of majestic mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, and snow fields.   Watch for bear, mountain goats, elk, and bighorn sheep. A narrated Snocoach ride on the surface of the mighty Columbia Icefields and Athabasca Glacier is in store. See Snow Dome and Mount Athabasca peaks. Settle into the Chateau Jasper for a two night stay. Dinner will be at the lodge this evening.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Chateau Jasper

Day 6 – Jasper
Eat breakfast at your leisure. Later we’ll cruise on lovely Lake Maligne to Spirit Island with sweeping views of mountain scenery, then return to the lodge for the remainder of the day.   Some may want to browse in the local shops of Jasper.This evening experience an outdoor Western BBQ with exceptional views of the surrounding area.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 – Jasper to Golden
Arrive at Chateau Lake Louise, a world-renowned mountain resort majestically set on the edge of Victoria Glacier and overlooking Lake Louise.   Enjoy lunch in the lovely dining room offering sweeping views. Considered one of the most beautiful settings in North America, time will be given to soak in the surrounding scenery. See the Natural Bridge, Spiral Tunnel, and emerald colored Lake Peyto tucked among majestic mountain peaks. This afternoon we’ll travel to Golden, British Columbia and settle into our relaxing lodges to soak in the splendid scenery.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Lodges at Kicking Horse Mountain

Day 8 – Golden to Radium Hot Sprg
Today we’ll journey down to Radium Hot Springs, located south of Yoho National Park and onto Kootenay National Park which is encompassed by two river valleys, the Kootenay and the Vermillion, amidst the stunning setting of the west side of the Rocky Mountains. We’ll make our way to the lovely Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, just a short distance from Radium Hot Springs. After an included lunch at the resort, you may want to enjoy the hot springs at your leisure. Tonight our guides will join us as we travel along Windemere Highway, one of the best roads for seeing wildlife like whitetail deer, elk, black bear, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and coyotes. A great way to end a perfect day!
Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

Day 9 – Radium to Essex, MT
Today we make our way back to the states. We’ll continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way before arriving this evening in the quaint town of Essex, Montana. Essex is located just outside of Glacier National Park. Dinner is included tonight at the hotel.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Historic Izaak Walton Inn

Day 10 – Essex to Minot
After breakfast this morning, we’ll board the Amtrak Train and make our way through beautiful Glacier National Park, taking in the breathtaking scenery as we wind along and arrive
this evening in Minot after a leisurely ride.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Kelly Inn

Day 11 – Minot to Home
After a light breakfast, we’ll motor our last stretch for home.