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Check out our full range of attractions available on www.americanholidays.com97Suggested Canadian Itinerarymost photographed. Prepare for crowds here at the Lakeespecially during the months of July and August. In orderto experience the incredible beauty of this area make sureto take one of the stunning walking trails and if you areadventurous enough kayak on the Lake also. The FairmontChateau Lake Louise is located right at the Lake so I woulddefinitely recommend popping in for some lunch orAfternoon Tea. The Village of Lake Louise itself is quitesmall, located a mere 5 minute drive from the Lake.Overnight Deer Lodge Hotel Lake LouiseDay 10: Check out of your Hotel and drive straight to Moraine Lakelocated only 20 minutes away. Another incredibly beautifullake where you will get to experience more fantasticscenery and walking trails. Be prepared for crowds hereduring July and August. If you have an opportunity toupgrade your hotel in Lake Louise I can highly recommendMoraine Lake Lodge! It is both a stunning and luxuriousintimate hotel with a rustic feel that overlooks the Lake. Ifyou are not staying at this hotel I would still recommend todine at their award winning restaurant as both food andservice is just fantastic! Leaving Moraine Lake andheading south to Banff Town which is just a short one hourdrive, make sure to take the scenic Bow Valley ParkwayRoad. On arrival at your hotel, check-in and park up andmake your way down to explore the town of Banff for a biteto eat. Here you can potter round the boutique style shopsand get a real feel of what Banff is all about. If you arefeeling anyway energetic late afternoon you can certainlyhire a bike and cycle along the Park's trails. Overnight Banff International HotelDay 11: It is sadly your final day in the Rockies so rise early inorder to fit in all the wonderful attractions that Banff hasto offer! To begin your day take a Gondola right up to thetop of Sulphur Mountain which is Banff's mostspectacular viewing point. Afterwards why not take a tripto the Banff Hot Springs to relax for an hour or two. Afterlunch drive to Lake Minnewanka, here you canexperience a magnificent cruise of the lake surroundedby spectacular scenery. Depending on time anotherwonderful excursion to book locally is a Helicopter Tourover the Rockies. Head back into Banff Town and makesure to enjoy your last supper in the Rockies! Overnight Banff International HotelDay 12: Check out of your hotel and complete your final journeyfrom Banff to Calgary Airport. This trip normally takes 1.5hours so make sure to leave ample time for droppingyour car off and for check-in. A trip to any part ofWestern Canada will always be a memorable one and Iam sure you will agree it really is a Trip of a Lifetime!Family Price from ?1300 per person based on 2 adults 2 childrenVancouver CityInclusions:.Transatlantic flights for 2 adults & 2 children.11 Nights accommodation as specified initinerary.Alamo Compact Car including full insurancefor 9 days. One-way drop off fee to be paidlocally..This is a sample of our package flydrive pricetravelling in September 2011. All rates arecorrect at time of print and can be subject tochange depending on rate and availability. Airfares may be based on instant purchase rates.Please quote our ref 658656.On your first day in Vancouver City take theBig Bus which is a Hop on Hop off fullynarrated Sightseeing Bus. It is an excellentway to explore the city..Take the Skyride up to Grouse Mountainwhere you can enjoy stunning views ofVancouver and don't forget on your way backdown make sure to stop off at CapilanoSuspension Bridge and Park..Take a trip down to Stanley Park and eitherrent a bike or simply stroll along the scenicStanley Park Seawall - this is a must do!.Hop on the Whistler Mountain Gondola andhead right up to the top and embrace in suchbreathtaking views of Whistler Village and itssurrounding areas. .Be brave in Whistler and try some ZipTrekking through the local rainforests! It issuch great fun! Ziplines are steel cables,which you slide down while securelyfastened in a harness. .Stop off at Mount Robson which is thehighest point in the Canadian Rockies, itmakes a stunning photo both up close andwhen approaching from a distance..Athabasca Falls located 30 minutes fromJasper Town are definitely worth seeing andof course Maligne Lake is a stunning 22kmlong lake located just 1 hour from Jasper..A trip to the Rockies would not be completewithout seeing Lake Louise. It is trulymagnificent to see and the turquoise watersmake an incredible photo..Take a Gondola right up to the top of SulphurMountain which is Banff's most spectacularviewing point and then followed by a relaxingdip at the Banff Hot Springs..Enjoy a Helicopter Sightseeing Tour of theRockies where you will get to experienceincredible scenery. I can guarantee to youthis will be the highlight of your trip in theCanadian Rockies. Don't forget your Camera!Our Top 10 Tips for holidaying in Western Canada:Athabasca Falls in Jasper Capilano Suspension BridgeOnly minutes away from downtown Vancouver, CapilanoSuspension Bridge takes you to the natural splendor ofBritish Columbia. Breathe in the cedar-scented rainforestair as you make your way across Vancouver's famouslandmark. Walk along rainforest trails through magnificentevergreens and the unique perspective of TreetopsAdventure, a walk high in the trees.Treetops Adventure is the newest of Capilano SuspensionBridge's attractions and the first venue of its kind in NorthAmerica, offering a squirrel's eye view of a thriving coastalforest. Visitors venture from one magnificent Douglas firtree to another on a series of elevated suspension bridges,some reaching as high as 100 feet (30meters) above theforest floor.The Living Forest provides panels with interactive displays,fun facts and "what's that tree?" identification clues. Bugboxes show creepy crawlies at work in the soil. The giant"Naturalist's Notebook" panels illustrate life in the pondsand the world of a fallen tree. Visitors are well informed fortheir stroll through the rainforest, past tranquil trout pondsand majestic evergreens.Join a friendly eco guide for acomplimentary 20 to 30 minute tour of CapilanoSuspension Bridge's West Coast rainforest. Discover themysteries of an old growth forest and its life cycle; learnabout the flora and fauna found in our ecosystem; andidentify various trees and plant life unique to Vancouver,Canada.Watch as First Nations legends are chiseled into cedar andshared with guests at the Kia'palano, the First Nations'Cultural Center. Traditional weaving and beadwork is alsodemonstrated through the day.Includes:Admission to the world famous CapilanoSuspension BridgeThrilling Treetops Adventure and dramaticCliffhanger Walk"I Made It!" certificateInteractive Living Forest exhibitWorld's largest private Totem Pole collectionFirst Nations Artisans depicting their artistictechniques, skills and heritageStory Center history walkSite Maps (available in seven languages)Guided park and nature tourSeasonal entertainmentTaxesPrices from per Adult ?24.00 /Child ?8.00Vancouver City Hop-on Hop-off TourCreate your own itinerary and set your own timetable withan option of a one-day or two-day ticket on the VancouverCity Hop-on Hop-off Tour. Travel on an open-top or double-decker bus as you tour the beautiful city of Vancouver. Geton and off as you please at any of the 20 plus stops, whichincludes major attractions such as Chinatown, Stanley Parkand Gastown.This flexible pass is valid within a two week period. Adouble-decker or open-top bus departs every 15-20minutes during peak season (March 15 - October 15) andevery 30-45 minutes during the off season (October 16 -March 14). Board and disembark at your leisure or stay onthe bus for the entire loop, which is a 90 minute journey.Prices from per Adult ?29.00/ Child ?15.00Kayaking Adventure fromVancouverExperience a unique ocean eco-system with spectacularBritish Columbia scenery on a short, guided kayakadventure from Vancouver. Spot local wildlife and enjoy asalmon barbecue lunch served on the beach. With amaximum of 6 participants, you are assured of apersonalized small group adventure.Climb into comfortable two-seater sea-kayaks and paddleinto some of British Columbia's most breathtaking scenery.Glacial fjords resemble the beauty and calm of mountainlakes, while the rocky shores are covered with barnacles,mussels and crabs. Harbor seals often pop their headsabove the water, curious eyes following your everymovement. Exposed by extremely low tidal drops, theshores attract a myriad of water birds and eagles atdifferent times of the year.Stop for lunch at a small, uninhabited island with greatviews of the inlet. There is time for a swim on a hot day, awalk through the woods or just nap in the sun before youreturn to Vancouver rejuvenated, invigorated and recharged.Qualified and knowledgeable guides will help spot thewildlife around you on your sea-kayaking adventure, andmake sure your trip is safe and memorable. Note thatkayaking experience or fitness are not required for this trip.Duration: 7 hoursIncludes:2-3 hour guided sea-kayaking excursion3-course gourmet beach barbecueHotel pickup and drop offRain gear if necessaryLocal taxesPrice per Adult ?141/ Child ?111Surrounded by water on three sides and nestled alongside the CoastMountain Range, Vancouver is the largest city in the province of BritishColumbia with over half a million residents and one of the mildestclimates in Canada. Whether just relaxing in a park or bike riding aroundthe seawall, there is always something to do in Vancouver.Vancouver98Reservations: Dublin 01 6733800 or Belfast 028 9051 1800VancouverCapilano Suspension BridgeVancouver Hop-on-Hop-off Tour |