intrepid travel canada and alaska, by travelrope

Alaskan Discoverypage : 36, SSOA

Get a rush racing through frosty forests on board a dog-pulled sled. ‘Mush mush’ your husky team and watch as a magical winter wonderland whizzes past.

Dog Sledding

Explore Canadapage : 40, SSOL

Feast on s’mores, a Canadian campfire treat made of toasted marshmallows and a layer of chocolate sandwiched between two crackers.

Campfire Treats

Intrepid’s real life experiences in canada & alaska…Experience Canada and Alaska, lands that abound in icebergs and pine forests, rugged mountains and fascinating cities. Discover the scenery while exploring some of the little-known and remote corners of this remarkable region.

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Alaskan Adventurepage : 37, SSOY

Rest weary limbs while soaking in the steaming Takhini Hot Springs. Set deep within Canada’s Yukon Wilderness, this is one bathtime to savour.

A Hot Dip

Amazing Alaskapage : 38, SSOF

Take a ferry ride across the icy waters of the Prince William Sound. Keep eyes on the water to spot sea lions, orcas and pods of playful dolphins.

Wildlife Spotting

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Classic Polar Bearspage : 41, SCWP

Travel to the ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World’ to have an unforgettable encounter with these incredible creatures out on their icy tundra home.

Polar Bears

Classic Canadapage : 41, SSRC

Soak up the great outdoors with a bike or a hike through the verdant surrounds of Banff National Park. Snow-capped peaks and wide-open vistas await.

Banff National Park

Emerald lake, Banff NP, Alberta, Canada

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Alaskan DiscoveryPhYSiCAL

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Anchorage Located in south-central

Alaska on the shores of Cook Inlet, Anchorage is a unique urban

environment in the heart of the great outdoors. Days 2-4 Denali

National Park Wilderness lovers will rejoice in this natural

wonderland, where grizzlies, wolves, elk and caribou roam wild.

One of the highlights of this adventure is Mt McKinley, which,

at 6,194 m, is the highest mountain in North America. Stroll,

hike or raft through the park, or opt for a scenic flight. Days 5-6

Wrangell-St Elias National Park Admire the glacier-formed

geography and spectacular views of the Alaska Range on the drive

to Wrangell-St Elias. Often referred to as ‘Mountain Kingdom’, this

is the largest national park in the country. Day 7 Chickaloon

With deep azure waters punctuated by mile high mountains,

Lake Louise is a scenic stop on the way to Chickaloon. Day 8

Anchorage Travel back to Anchorage to get ready for the second

half of this exciting adventure. Perhaps use this opportunity to visit

the Alaska Native Heritage Center or enjoy a tasty seafood meal - a

local specialty. Days 9-10 homer Travel around the coast of the

Kenai Peninsula, where glaciers tumble down from the mountains

towards the ocean. Keep an eye out for beluga whales playing out

at sea while travelling along the Turnagain Arm on the journey

to Homer. Days 11-12 Seward In Seward, opportunities for

outdoor activity are endless - take an optional boat cruise around

the glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park, hike up Exit Glacier to the

Harding Icefield, ride on a dog sled or go halibut fishing. Keep an

eye out for marine mammals such as sea lions, orcas and dolphins

who all frequent these waters. Days 13-14 Prince William

Sound/Valdez Journey to the coastal town of Whittier and take

a ferry to Valdez. Travel through Prince William Sound and admire

the creaking, frozen expanse of the Columbia Glacier. Ringed by

soaring snow-capped mountains, Valdez is a very scenic spot. Tour

the state’s northernmost port and, if the season’s right, see salmon

swimming up stream. Hike to the scenic Bridal Veil and Horsetail

waterfalls, discover the impressive Worthington Glacier or go on

a kayak tour to Shoup Glacier. Day 15 Anchorage Traverse the

rugged Alaskan landscape on the journey back to Anchorage.

Chow down on fresh • seafood in Anchorage

Glimpse snow-capped • mountains in Denali National Park

Be eclipsed by • mighty Mt McKinley

Gaze out over the • glacial geography of Alaska

hear creaking glaciers • in Prince William Sound

Discover picturesque • panoramas on the Kenai Peninsula

Feel the icy wind in • your hair on a dog-sledding jaunt

hike past waterfalls•

Enjoy a ferry cruise • through breathtaking icy scenery

Keep eyes peeled for • elk and moose

15 days, ex Anchorage

Short on time?

See trip code SSOJ for an eight-day Denali Adventure, and SSOK for an eight-day trip on the Kenai Peninsula.

DEPARTUREGUARANTEED

ACCOMMODAtiON Hostel (2 nts), camping (12 nts) tRANSPORt Private van, ferry, scenic bus GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of US$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Sat from Jun-Aug GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 809 kg pp per trip NOtES 1. Please bring your own sleeping bag. 2. Recommended earliest flight departure time is 20:00 on day 15. tRAVELLER RAtiNG 4.63 out of 5

Start Finish201104 Jun 18 Jun

18 Jun 02 Jul02 Jul 16 Jul16 Jul 30 Jul

30 Jul 13 Aug06 Aug 20 Aug13 Aug 27 Aug

Above: Brown bear, Alaska - Marsha Glider Below: Seward boats, Alaska

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ALASKA

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SewardHomer

Valdez

Chickaloon

Wrangell-St Elias NP

Denali NP

Kenai Peninsula PrinceWilliamSound

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Alaskan AdventurePhYSiCAL

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Anchorage While waiting for fellow

travellers to arrive, why not visit the Alaska Zoo to see bears, snow

leopards and Tibetan yaks? Days 2-4 Denali National Park Take

a scenic bus tour through Denali and see grizzly bears, elk, caribou

and wolves. There is the opportunity to hike, raft or take a flight

for spectacular views of Mt McKinley. Day 5 Delta Junction Hit

the northernmost point of this journey passing through Fairbanks,

then set up camp in Delta Junction. Day 6 Kluane National Park

Temporarily farewell Alaska and enter Canada’s Yukon Territory.

Camp at Burwash Landing, on Lake Kluane’s shores. Days 7-8

Skagway Back in Alaska, experience a close encounter with

America’s national emblem at the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve at

Haines. Take the ferry to Skagway, a historically significant port

town from the Gold Rush era. Day 9 Whitehorse Skip back

into Canada to reach Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon. Relive the

glory days at the White Pass Yukon Route Station, then head to

the campsite at Takhini Hot Springs to soak, swim and relax in

the natural mineral waters. Days 10-11 Dawson City Travel

to Dawson City, in the heart of the Klondike Gold Rush territory.

Day 12 tok Take the Top of the World Highway to head back

to Alaska. Camp in the dog-sledding town of Tok. Days 13-14

Wrangell-St Elias National Park This national park boasts the

continent’s largest collection of glaciers. Camp at nearby McCarthy,

which serves as a base for exploring the park. Hiking, glacier walks,

ice climbing and a scenic flight are some of the options to choose

from here. Days 15-16 Valdez Outdoor activities abound in

picturesque Valdez, known as the ‘Switzerland of Alaska’. Fish, cycle

or cruise Prince William Sound to view the magnificent Columbia

Glacier. Day 17 Anchorage Enjoy the nightlife of Alaska’s largest

city. Days 18-19 Seward Look out for the blue ice of Portage

Glacier en route to Seward. From here, why not take a cruise

around the glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park, hike the Exit

Glacier to Harding Icefield or whiz through breathtaking scenery

on a dog sled? Day 20 homer Be enchanted by the beauty of

the Kenai Peninsula. Days 21-22 Anchorage Keep an eye out for

beluga whales on the way back to Anchorage.

Admire mammoth Mt • McKinley in Denali National Park

traverse Canada’s • spectacular Yukon territory

have a close encounter • with America’s feathered emblem at the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve

Be surrounded by the • continent’s biggest collection of glaciers in the Wrangell-St Elias National Park

Soak in takhini’s • mineral springs

Spot grizzly bears and • beluga whales

Be swept up by the • beauty of the Kenai Peninsula

22 days, ex Anchorage DEPARTUREGUARANTEED

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ACCOMMODAtiON Hostel (1 nt), camping (20 nts) tRANSPORt Private van, ferry GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of US$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Sat from May-Aug GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 1186 kg pp per trip NOtES 1. Please bring your own sleeping bag. 2. Recommended earliest flight departure time is 16:00 on day 22. tRAVELLER RAtiNG 4.50 out of 5

Start Finish201121 May 11 Jun

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02 Jul 23 Jul16 Jul 06 Aug

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Above: Mt McKinley with red autumn tundra, Alaska - Simone Winkler Left: Young moose in field, Alaska - Angela Joyce

One of the best experiences I’ve had to date. Alaska is an inspirational place. The people I travelled with were wonderful and our leader ready to tackle anything.

Kim Gageler,AustraliaTravelled on the SSOY

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ACCOMMODAtiON Hostel (1 nt), camping (23 nts), overnight ferry (4nts) tRANSPORt Private van, ferry GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of US$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Fri from May-Aug GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 1533 kg pp per trip NOtES 1. Please bring your own sleeping bag. 2. Recommended earliest flight departure time is 12:00 on day 29. tRAVELLER RAtiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary


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Above: Kenai Fjord glacier, Alaska - George Burba Below: Humpback whale, Alaska

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ChickenAnchorage

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‘Ksan HistoricalVillage

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Amazing AlaskaPhYSiCAL

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Seattle For those who arrive early, a trip

up the Space Needle is recommended. Day 2 Vancouver Take

advantage of the leafy parks and glistening waterways in this

chilled city. Days 3-4 Whistler Rent bikes to explore the alpine

terrain around Whistler. Day 5 Prince George Cross the Fraser

River and head to Prince George, an old logging town. Day 6

‘Ksan historical Village Learn about the Gitksan people, one of

the First Nations tribes of Canada, on a visit to the ‘Ksan Historical

Village. Be sure to check out their impressive Totem Pole carvings.

Day 7 hyder Enter Alaska and head to Hyder where there’s a

chance to spot grizzly bears catching salmon. Days 8-9 British

Columbia Cross back into Canada and travel north. Visit Watson

Lake Sign Post Forest which boasts more than 60,000 signs

from towns all over the world. Day 10 Whitehorse Soak, swim

and relax in the Takhini Hot Springs in the capital of the Yukon

Territory. Days 11-12 Dawson City Visit Bonanza Creek to hear

about its Gold Rush history. Day 13 Chicken Interact with the

quirkier side of Alaska in the town of Chicken. Camp near Tok.

Days 14-16 Denali National Park Enjoy the journey into this

amazing wilderness area, where there is the chance to hike, raft, or

take a scenic flight around looming Mt McKinley. Take a bus ride

through this natural wonderland, keeping eyes peeled for grizzlies

and caribou. Days 17-19 Kenai Peninsula Try to spot beluga

whales on the way to Homer, then travel to Seward where there

is the option to hike up a glacier to the Harding Icefield or fish for

halibut. Relax on a boat cruise around the glaciers of Kenai Fjords

National Park. Day 20 Anchorage Arrive in Anchorage and head

out to discover the city. Days 21-22 Wrangell-St Elias National

Park Use McCarthy as a base to explore this national park. Day 23

Kluane National Park Re-enter Canada’s Yukon Territory and

make tracks to Kluane National Park. Day 24 Skagway Head to

Skagway, a township with a Gold Rush past. Days 25-28 Ferry

Cruise Board a ferry for an unforgettable trip through the Inside

Passage. Travel along the coast of Alaska and western Canada.

Keep a lookout for whales and seals. Day 29 Seattle Disembark at

Bellingham and head back to Seattle.

29 days, ex Seattle

Free time in Seattle?

Paddle through the scenic heart of this waterside city on an Urban Kayak tour with Urban Adventures.

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unwind in chilled • Vancouver

Learn about one of • the First Nations tribes of Canada

Spot grizzly bears • catching salmon in hyder

Journey through • beautiful British Columbia

Let worries subside • in natural hot springs near Whitehorse

hear about a Gold Rush • past in Dawson City

Find out what Chicken • in Alaska is famous for

Gaze up at Mt McKinley • in Denali National Park

hear creaking glaciers • on a cruise around the Kenai Fjords

Discover the wilds of • the Wrangell-St Elias National Park


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Canadian RockiesPhYSiCAL

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Seattle This vibrant city offers plenty of

entertainment, from museums and galleries to cosy cafes, parks

and beaches. Days 2-4 Wells Gray Provincial Park Cross

the border into Canada and journey through the wild terrain of

British Columbia to Wells Gray Provincial Park. At night, camp at

a cowboy ranch and toast s’mores over a fire. Day 5 Mt Robson

Provincial Park Drive through the stunning Cariboo Mountains

and Mt Robson Provincial Park. At 3,954 m, Mt Robson is the tallest

peak in the Canadian Rockies. Days 6-7 Jasper National Park

Hearts will skip a beat upon seeing Jasper’s palette of snow-white

or summer-grey mountains and brilliant turquoise lakes, laced by

dense pine forests and colossal glaciers. Spot the Canadian Rockies’

Big Five - elk, moose, deer, wolf and bears - as well as coyotes and

even mountain lions. Perhaps take a gondola ride to Whistlers

Mountain, hike the park’s trails or go mountain biking. Days 8-10

Banff National Park Visit Canada’s oldest national park. Traverse

the Icefields Parkway through stunning Rocky Mountain scenery,

stopping on the way at the Athabasca Glacier. Ever wanted to hitch

a ride in an ice mobile? Here, it’s possible. Later, arrive at the lakes

region and take a cable car to the top of Sulphur Mountain, hike to

the teahouse at the Plain of Six Glaciers or simply gaze for hours at

picture-perfect Lake Louise. Days 11-12 Yoho National Park/

Golden One of the lesser-known spots in the Canadian Rockies,

Yoho shelters Canada’s second highest waterfall and a wealth of

unique plant and animal species. Delight in the majestic Takkakaw

Falls. Continue through unspoiled mountainous terrain to Golden.

Get active and tackle white-water rapids in the Kicking Horse River

or simply relax and enjoy the delightful surrounds. Day 13 Glacier

National Park/Kamloops With more than 400 glaciers, Glacier

National Park is a stunning stop on the way to Kamloops. Pay a visit

to Mt Revelstoke National Park which contains part of the world’s

only temperate inland rainforest and offers stunning views of

snow-capped mountains. Day 14 Vancouver Discover why this

harbourside city consistently rates as one of world’s most liveable

cities. Day 15 Seattle Head south across the border and finish up

back among the cafes and waterways of Seattle.

Sip coffee in a hip • Seattle cafe

Discover the wonders • of the breathtaking Canadian Rockies

toast s’mores over • a fire at a cowboy ranch in Wells Gray Provincial Park

Spy the Big Five in the • Rocky Mountains - elk, moose, deer, wolf and bear

Be left breathless • by the spectacular scenery in Banff and Jasper national parks

traverse the ancient • icefields Parkway

Marvel at the beauty of • stunning Lake Louise

Encounter the hulking • Athebasca Glacier

See majestic takkakaw • Falls - the second highest falls in Canada

Get active and hit the • rapids of Kicking horse River

Soak up vibrant energy • on the streets of beautiful Vancouver

15 days, ex Seattle DEPARTUREGUARANTEED

OVERLANDBAsIxtRiP CODE SSOR

ACCOMMODAtiON Hostel (1 nt), camping (13 nts) tRANSPORt Private van GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of CA$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Sat from May-Aug GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 809 kg pp per trip NOtES 1. Please bring your own sleeping bag. 2. Recommended earliest flight departure time is 16:00 on day 15. tRAVELLER RAtiNG 4.56 out of 5


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Above: Racoon, Canada - Helen Filatova Left: White water rafting, Canada - Elena Pokrovskaya


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ACCOMMODAtiON Hostel (1 nt), camping (20 nts) tRANSPORt Private van, ferry, bicycle GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of CA$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Sat from May-Aug GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 1186 kg pp per trip NOtES 1. Please bring your own sleeping bag. 2. Recommended earliest flight departure time is 16:00 on day 22. tRAVELLER RAtiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary


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Above: Rainy forest trail, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada - Ryan McVay Below: Lake Peyto, Banff NP, Alberta, Canada - Natalia Bratslavsky

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Explore CanadaPhYSiCAL

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Seattle Try to spend a few days here before

this trip starts to discover the heart of the city, from bustling

Pike Place Market to the edgy Seattle Art Museum. Days 2-4

Wells Gray Provincial Park Boasting some of the country’s

most pristine wilderness, Wells Gray Provincial Park is a gem in

Canada’s crown. By day, perhaps explore the area by canoe or

horseback then spend evenings toasting s’mores by the fire at

a cowboy ranch. Days 5-7 Jasper National Park Travel to Mt

Robson Provincial Park, home to the highest mountains in the

Canadian Rockies, then continue to Jasper. Experience a sense of

sublime wonder while camping among ancient mountains and

mesmerising blue lakes. Hike Whistler Mountain or go mountain

biking in the Valley of Five Lakes. Days 8-10 Banff National Park

Venture through the breathtaking Icefields Parkway on the way to

Banff. Opt to ride an ice-mobile on the Athabasca Glacier and stop

in at the chateau at fairytale Lake Louise for a hot drink and some of

the most incredible vistas on the planet. A playground for outdoor

enthusiasts, Banff has plenty of scenic hiking trails and natural hot

springs to while away the hours. Days 11-12 Yoho National

Park/Golden Get pulses racing on an optional white-water rafting

trip on the churning Kicking Horse River in Yoho National Park.

Visit the amazing Takkakaw Falls and journey through dramatic

parkland to the town of Golden. Day 13 Glacier National Park/

Mt Revelstoke National Park The icy landscapes of Glacier

National Park are extraordinary. Admire some of the 400 glaciers on

show, before heading to Mt Revelstoke. An afternoon hike offers a

great opportunity to see it up close. Day 14 hope Located at the

meeting of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers, this chainsaw-carving

capital of Canada is speckled with curious statues depicting eagles,

bears and cougars. Days 15-19 Vancouver island/Victoria

Take a ferry to Vancouver Island. Perhaps join a whale-watching

tour in Tofino. Visit Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, to see

quaint English gardens or spend an afternoon in a waterfront beer

garden. Days 20-21 Vancouver Glide back to Vancouver by ferry

and enjoy this picturesque city on a bike ride through Stanley Park.

Day 22 Seattle End the adventure back in Seattle.

22 days, ex Seattle

Fancy a city tour?

Sign up for a day of Seattle sightseeing on Urban Adventure’s Walk, Bike and Paddle Adventure.

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Release your inner • grunge in Seattle

Sleep under the stars • at a cowboy ranch at Wells Gray Provincial Park

Camp in the shadow of • the majestic Rockies in Jasper and Banff

Conquer white-water • rapids on Kicking horse River

unwind on chilled • Vancouver island

traverse the scenic • icefields Parkway

Walk through a • temperate inland rainforest

See vast ice expanses • at Glacier National Park

Admire curious • carvings in hope

Cycle through • Vancouver’s leafy Stanley Park


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Enjoy a coffee • fix in Seattle

hike among the • towering mountains in Banff National Park

Spy moose and • elk in Jasper

Get snap happy • at Lake Louise

Explore the pretty • mountain resort town of Whistler

Breathe in the fresh • air of cosmopolitan Vancouver

See the greatest • concentration of polar bears up close

View bears from • specially-designed tundra vehicles

Enjoy presentations • on wildlife and local cultures

Embark on a dog-sled • adventure across icy vistas

take an optional scenic • helicopter ride over a winter wonderland

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - Ben Goode

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) mother with cubs, Canada - Tom Brakefield

ACCOMMODAtiON Hotels/lodges (9 nts) tRANSPORt Private van GROuP SiZE Max 13 MEALS No meals included. An optional kitty payment of CA$70 per week of your trip is used to pay for some group meals. BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Sat & Wed from May-Sep GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 620 kg pp per trip NOtES Recommended earliest flight departure time is 20:00 on day 10. tRAVELLER RAtiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary

ACCOMMODAtiON Hotels (5 nts) tRANSPORt Plane, private tundra vehicle GROuP SiZE Max 15 MEALS 5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners BuDGEt See trip notes for additional costs of meals not included, optional activities & personal spending DEPARtS Selected Mon, Fri & Sat GuARANtEE Departure guaranteed CARBON EMiSSiONS OFFSEt 317 kg pp per trip tRAVELLER RAtiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary

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itiNERARY... Day 1 Seattle Vibrant and modern, there’s much to

do in downtown Seattle. Arrive early to tackle the Space Needle or

pick up fresh produce at Pike Place Market. Day 2 Kelowna Cross

the border into Canada and head to Kelowna, located in the heart

of British Columbia’s wine region. Day 3 Golden Discover the

world’s only temperate inland rainforest in Mt Revelstoke National

Park. Travel through Rogers Pass en route to Glacier National

Park. Home to more than 400 glaciers, this park is a spectacular

stop. Spend the night in Golden. Day 4 Banff National Park

For an adrenaline rush try tackling the churning Kicking Horse

River in Yoho National Park. Gaze up at huge Takkakaw Falls

before continuing on to Banff National Park. Days 5-6 Jasper

National Park Stunning Rocky Mountain scenery awaits on the

Icefields Parkway connecting Banff and Jasper. Be left breathless by

turquoise lakes - including lovely Lake Louise - reflecting majestic

snow-capped peaks in this magical part of the world. Day 7

Wells Gray Provincial Park Spend the night at a cowboy ranch

surrounded by the beauty of Wells Gray Provincial Park. During

the day there’s plenty of free time for hiking, canoeing or even

horseback riding. Day 8 Whistler Try mountain biking, alpine

hiking and a full roster of outdoor activities in this resort town high

in the mountains. Day 9 Vancouver This cosmopolitan city has

the best of both worlds - a dynamic culture and close to some of

the world’s best national parks. Day 10 Seattle Skip back across

the border and perhaps check out some live music in Seattle.

itiNERARY... Day 1 Winnipeg Arrive in the capital of Manitoba

to start this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Day 2 Churchill Fly to

Churchill, the ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World’. During the annual

migration in October and November, the polar bears move from

inland towards the Cape Churchill area. As the town of Churchill

lies right in the migratory path, there’ll be many opportunities to

spot these extraordinary creatures. Head out in a tundra vehicle

for a unique chance to view the polar bears. Spend the night back

in Churchill. Days 3-4 Churchill/tundra Spend two full days

observing the bears from a purpose-built tundra vehicle with an

experienced expedition leader. Watch as the young adult males

play-fight, solitary adult males lumber across the tundra and

mothers spend time with their cubs. The interaction between the

bears is fascinating to see. These magnificent animals weigh an

average of 300 kg for females, and 600 kg for males. With their

acute sense of smell, they are accomplished hunters that can pick

up a scent 32 km away and locate a seal under one metre of snow

or ice. They have no natural enemies, and consequently, they

have no fear. In the evenings enjoy fascinating presentations on

native wildlife and local cultures. Days 5-6 Winnipeg With a free

morning in Churchill there’s many optional activities to choose

from. Take a scenic helicopter ride over this impressive landscape,

embark on a dog-sledding excursion or stroll through the world-

famous Eskimo Museum. Catch a flight back to Winnipeg for a final

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