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Banff National Park
by – Jordan Allen Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest National Park and is renowned for its simply spectacular peaks and valleys which wee formed through geological upheavals and glacial movements over 77 million years ago. Banff National Park is also an amazing wildlife refuge and is home to elk, deer, big horn sheep, but perhaps the most famous sight in the whole Par... more »
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Banff
by – Jordan Allen, Tour Manager, North America Banff is a small, but bustling town of 8,500 people within Banff National Park in the Canadian Province of Alberta. Banff National Park has the distinction of being Canada’s first National Park. Following the discovery of natural hot springs near the present-day Banff town area, disputes over ownership arose, and the government was prompted to establi... more »
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Calgary
Calgary is one of the most vibrant, happening and fastest growing cities in not only Canada, but all of North America. A buzzing and rapidly expanding city, it is perhaps most famous for the Calgary Stampede – one of the biggest and most famous rodeo events in the world. The original inhabitants of modern day Calgary were the Blackfoot Tribe and they fought long and hard to retain their control of the la... more »
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Chalets
Chalets are used as accommodation when staying in Banff National Park, Canada on North American Tours. Accommodation in the Chalets in Banff are quad share and this is organized by your Tour Manager once you are on tour. North America Tunnel Mountain Chalets – Banff
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L Astral Dinner
by – Drew Walker, Tour Manager, USA At the Loew’s Le Concorde Restaurant Rotatiff, you can get a bird’s eye view of Quebec City (World Heritage sight and the only walled city north of Mexico) as well as the scenic narrows of the St. Lawrence River. The buffet dinner at the rooftop restaurant offers a tasty variety of gourmet salads, seafood, pasta, and meat dishes. Go back for sec... more »
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Optional Excursions - North America
Everyone is different, so you have a choice to enhance your itinerary with Optional Excursions during your tour. This choice of activities is based on what past travellers have asked for and are designed to help you get the most out of your tour. What are Optional Excursions How to pay Here’s a taste of what’s available ... more »
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ATM's and cash machines - North America
More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada by – Angie, Tour Manager, North America Accessing money is hardly ever a problem. There are banks, Western Unions, and ATMs along the tour. Something to double-check prior to leaving is that your ATM card is able to be used in the United States.
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Tours that visit Banff
- Canada & the Rockies 11 Days
- Canada & the Rockies w/ Calgary Stampede 12 Days
- Grand Canadian 18 Days
- Grand Canadian w/ Calgary Stampede 20 Days
Related Highlights
- See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel
- See the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall
- Visit Banff National Park
Related Optionals
- Horseback Ride & Steak Fry CAD$91.00
- Rockies Helicopter Flights USD$229.00 (30 mins); USD$197.00 (25 mins)
- Sulphur Mountain Gondola Ride CAD$24.50


