Your holiday summary
| Holiday type |
Tours |
|---|---|
| Country |
Canada |
| Travel type |
Fly |
| Price range | From £1399 |
| Travel partner | Newmarket Holidays |
| Duration | 7 nights |
|
Need help with your booking? 0330 333 6731 |
Canada's Northern Lights
|
|
|
|
Breathtaking wilderness and celestial wonder
Journey through Canada's vast open spaces and discover some of the Rockies' most stunning natural wonders, including majestic Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's largest frozen wildernesses. A fantastic opportunity to view the Aurora Borealis - the heavenly spectacle that has entranced generations - is the highlight of this wonderful trip.
Journey through Canada's vast open spaces and discover some of the Rockies' most stunning natural wonders, including majestic Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's largest frozen wildernesses. A fantastic opportunity to view the Aurora Borealis - the heavenly spectacle that has entranced generations - is the highlight of this wonderful trip.
Included
- Return flights to Calgary
- Seven nights' room-only accommodation in a series of good standard hotels
- Free time in Banff, Jasper, Edmonton and Fort McMurray
- A scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway and a stop at Lake Louise
- A visit to the West Edmonton Mall
- A coach touring itinerary as described
- The services of a Newmarket Tour Manager
- Government taxes and service charges
- Single rooms are available for a supplement
Day One
Fly to Calgary and board the coach for the scenic journey up into the Rocky Mountains, to spend two nights in the region's 'capital', Banff.
Day Two
Today's optional excursions offer the perfect way to explore one of North America's most scenic locations. Ride a cable car to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, take a trip to the breathtaking Surprise Corner viewpoint, experience an unforgettable Helicopter Ride, and don't miss the iconic Banff Springs Hotel, framed against its stunning mountain backdrop.
Day Three
Journey to beautiful Lake Louise, set against the Victoria Glacier, before continuing to the Icefields Parkway - a sublime scenic drive - and into the Rockies, passing the Columbia Icefield, one of the world's largest frozen wildernesses.Time-permitting, you'll pay a short visit to the Icefield Centre, which showcases the surrounding wonders, before heading into the Jasper National Park, to spend the night in the Rockies' town of the same name.
Day Four
Spend the morning in the delightful surrounds of the small town of Jasper, nestled amongst beautiful mountain scenery. This afternoon, journey on to Edmonton. Dependent upon your arrival time, enjoy the evening in the beautifully preserved Old Strathcona district, the city's historic heart.
Day Five
Today you'll travel north to the remote outpost of Fort McMurray, a vibrant city on the edge of the wood buffalo region. During your two-night stay, you'll have the opportunity to head out to the Aurora Viewing Site each evening, from where (clear skies permitting) the Northern Lights may be seen.
Day Six
Continue exploring Fort McMurray on our optional tours, which include a wilderness survival experience with a local guide and a visit to the Athabasca Oil Sands Discovery Centre, which tells the story of the exploitation of Alberta's vast bitumen reserves.Another evening of sky-gazing ends the visit, before you return to the comfort of the hotel.
Day Seven
Heading south once more, today you'll visit the famous West Edmonton Mall, North America's largest indoor shopping, leisure and entertainment complex. Enjoy its vast range of stores and food outlets, as well as multiplex cinemas, a Galaxyland adventure-park and even an indoor miniature golf course, before spending your last evening in Edmonton.
Day Eight
Travel back to Calgary and to the airport for the return overnight flight home.
Day Nine
Arrive back in the UK.
Warm winter clothing is essential for the time you'll spend in the Fort McMurray region.
Fly to Calgary and board the coach for the scenic journey up into the Rocky Mountains, to spend two nights in the region's 'capital', Banff.
Day Two
Today's optional excursions offer the perfect way to explore one of North America's most scenic locations. Ride a cable car to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, take a trip to the breathtaking Surprise Corner viewpoint, experience an unforgettable Helicopter Ride, and don't miss the iconic Banff Springs Hotel, framed against its stunning mountain backdrop.
Day Three
Journey to beautiful Lake Louise, set against the Victoria Glacier, before continuing to the Icefields Parkway - a sublime scenic drive - and into the Rockies, passing the Columbia Icefield, one of the world's largest frozen wildernesses.Time-permitting, you'll pay a short visit to the Icefield Centre, which showcases the surrounding wonders, before heading into the Jasper National Park, to spend the night in the Rockies' town of the same name.
Day Four
Spend the morning in the delightful surrounds of the small town of Jasper, nestled amongst beautiful mountain scenery. This afternoon, journey on to Edmonton. Dependent upon your arrival time, enjoy the evening in the beautifully preserved Old Strathcona district, the city's historic heart.
Day Five
Today you'll travel north to the remote outpost of Fort McMurray, a vibrant city on the edge of the wood buffalo region. During your two-night stay, you'll have the opportunity to head out to the Aurora Viewing Site each evening, from where (clear skies permitting) the Northern Lights may be seen.
Day Six
Continue exploring Fort McMurray on our optional tours, which include a wilderness survival experience with a local guide and a visit to the Athabasca Oil Sands Discovery Centre, which tells the story of the exploitation of Alberta's vast bitumen reserves.Another evening of sky-gazing ends the visit, before you return to the comfort of the hotel.
Day Seven
Heading south once more, today you'll visit the famous West Edmonton Mall, North America's largest indoor shopping, leisure and entertainment complex. Enjoy its vast range of stores and food outlets, as well as multiplex cinemas, a Galaxyland adventure-park and even an indoor miniature golf course, before spending your last evening in Edmonton.
Day Eight
Travel back to Calgary and to the airport for the return overnight flight home.
Day Nine
Arrive back in the UK.
Warm winter clothing is essential for the time you'll spend in the Fort McMurray region.
Canada's Northern Lights Touring Hotels
You will be staying in a series of well-located hotels, all of which will be of a European three-star standard. All rooms have private facilities, telephones and TV.
6 results
| Departure date | Departing point | Nights | Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26-Sep-2013 | London Gatwick | 7 | 1932.00 | book | ||
| 06-Oct-2013 | Manchester | 7 | 1679.00 | book | ||
| 10-Oct-2013 | London Gatwick | 7 | 1569.00 | book | ||
| 06-Nov-2013 | London Gatwick | 7 | 1673.00 | book | ||
| 05-Mar-2014 | London Gatwick | 7 | 1399.00 | book | ||
| 19-Mar-2014 | London Gatwick | 7 | 1399.00 | book |
6 results
This offer has no reviews. [NEED SOME TEXT HERE AND MAYBE A LINK TO THE REVIEW FORM].
