GRAND CANADIAN WESTBOUND

Day 1: New York to Boston: From the Big Apple to Beantown. Two tantalizing cities, four fabulous East Coast states, and a coach load of Contiki clients all adds up to a whole lot of fun! We'll glance at the lifestyles of the rich and famous as we drive by some of Newport, Rhode Island's summer mansions. "Everybody knows your name" in historic and eclectic, Boston, Massachusetts. See the major sights before settling in and getting to know each other over dinner at our hotel. Hotel (D)

Day 2: Boston: Cheers, Everyone! Hang out with the brains at Harvard University, roll up to the "Cheers" bar, and walk in the footsteps of great Americans, savour the sights and smells of Quincy Marketplace and Fanueil Hall, or just hop on and off the optional trolley tour around this amazing town. With more universities than any other U.S. city, there is plenty of nightlife for you to discover. Hotel (B)

Day 3: Boston to Quebec City: Later, U.S.A. Bon Jour Canada! France meets North America in the French speaking province of Quebec. After driving through Stephen King territory, the state of Maine, you'll cross over the border into Canada and continue to the unique Quebec City - the only walled city in North America. Brush up on your French over dinner tonight in the heart of Quebec's downtown. Hotel (B,D)

Day 4: Quebec City: You'll fall under Quebec City's spell during a guided tour of Old City, the cradle of French civilization in North America. Soak up Quebec's "joie de vivre" attitude this afternoon with free time to wander the cool cafes and windy streets. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Quebec by joining us for an optional dinner in the city's only revolving restaurant. Hotel (B)

Day 5: Quebec City to Montreal: Ooooh La La! Are we in Paris? Montréal is hip and happening with all the culture, sophistication, and café au lait cafes as a city in France. Your road crew will show you all the highlights of this charismatic place during a city tour. Hotel (B)

Day 6: Montreal to Toronto: Island Fever. You'll know why it's called the Thousand Islands as we wander alongside this area of the lovely St. Lawrence River Valley. For a closer look, take an optional boat cruise and check it out. Now we're on our way to Canada's largest city and a spot with international flair - Toronto. An afternoon sightseeing tour will introduce you to the fabulous city. Join us tonight for dinner and then a night out on the town. Hotel (B,D)

Day 7: Toronto: The sky's the limit! Feel the global groove of this city by visiting its ethnic neighborhoods and shopping areas. If you are game, catch an optional tour of Toronto's baseball stadium, the Skydome or get your adrenaline going by zooming up the world's tallest freestanding structure, the CN Tower. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy. Hotel 

Day 8: Toronto to Whistler via Vancouver: Goodbye East Coast, Hello West Coast! This morning you'll catch an early flight to Vancouver where you'll be picked up at the airport by your Tour Manager and Driver. to pick up the rest of new friends in Vancouver. Then we're off to Whistler via the Scenic Sea to Sky highway. We'll stop at beautiful Shannon Falls before arriving in Whistler this afternoon where you'll have time to browse the shops of whistler village before your included dinner. Hotel (D)

Day 9: Whistler: Today is yours to enjoy this beautiful mountain resort. Perhaps you'll want join us in an exciting Peddle and Paddle trip (optional) or do some hiking on one of whistler trails. This afternoon you'll have an opportunity to take a scenic gondola ride to the top of Whistler/Blackcomb Mountain. Hotel (B)

Day 10: Whistler to Kamloops. Spend the morning in the resort town of Whistler where you will have the opportunity to browse the shops and cafés of Whistler village. This afternoon we travel further into British Columbia, through the Lillooet Mountain Range towards our night stop in Kamloops. Hotel (D)

Day 11: Kamloops to Jasper: Get ready Rockies, here we come! Today we will drive into the spectacular Rocky Mountains, via the scenic Yellowhead highway. En route, we will stop to view Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies, as well as drive past Moose Lake. You also have a chance to go white water rafting today! (Optional/seasonal) Chalets (quad-share) (B)

Day 12: Jasper: Wonderful By Nature ... Be sure to keep your camera ready for wildlife shots on the short drive to Maligne Lake this morning, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the amazing scenery. We'll also visit Malign Canyon, the deepest and longest limestone canyon in the Rockies. There is time to marvel at this impressive gorge carved by generations of raging water. Tonight, sample the local Rocky Mountain cuisine. Chalets (quad-share) (D)

Day 13: Jasper to Banff: The Wonder Road ... It's non-stop beauty today as we travel the famous Icefields Parkway, considered one of the most scenic highways in the world. The highlight will be the ride aboard the specially designed "Ice Explorer" on the Athabasca Glacier! This afternoon we'll visit Lake Louise and make several photo stops, including the vivid blue Peyto Lake (seasonal). We arrive in Banff late this afternoon. Chalets (quad-share) (D)

Days 14-15: Banff: Celebrate life. Outdoors. Two day free to enjoy everything that Banff National Park has to offer. You're able to sightsee, hike, shop, or just relax in the beautiful town of Banff. Why not take the optional gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain where spectacular views of Banff await? Or take a breathtaking helicopter ride over the Rocky Mountains, a once in a lifetime experience. Join us one night for an optional horseback ride and steak fry. Chalets (quad-share) (B)(B)

Day 16: Banff to Vernon: Bye Bye Rockies! We bid farewell to the Rockies today as we drive through three national parks in a single day. Yoho, Glacier and Mt. Revel stoke National Parks all await us as we make our way back into British Columbia. Tonight we stay in the Okanagan Valley - Canada's fruit basket, full of orchards, farmlands and vineyards. Hotel (B,D)

Day 17: Vernon to Vancouver: Hello Big City! Today we travel via the Coquihalla and Transcanada highways enroute to the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. This afternoon's sightseeing tour includes: Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park. Tonight, join us for an optional dinner cruise around Vancouver's beautiful harbour. Hotel 

The Grand Canadian with the Calgary Stampede

Tour Code: T2GCA - New York to Vancouver/Seattle

This tour is 19 days long and spends only 2 nights in Banff but have an additional 2 nights in Calgary to enable you to take in all the excitement of the city at Stampede time.