Does this include the cost of airfare from Vancouver to Calgary within the tour?

There is an internal air price included which covers the cost of your internal flights on The Powder Rush and needs to be paid upfront before the tour departs. This covers the flight from Whistler on Day 5.

Are lift tickets for whistler and Banff included in the price?

The lift tickets for whistler and Banff are not included in the price.

What are the chances of the tour not pushing through?

It is not very common but sometimes in rare circumstances tours do get cancelled due to low numbers. This is quite a popular tour and therefore, again, it is unlikely but possible. If Contiki did have to cancel it they would know well in advance- usually 6 months out so if you need to change your plans you would have sufficient time to do so.

What if i'm not interested in skiing? Are there other things to do?

The Ski locations, Whistler and Banff, both have plenty of great things to do other than Ski and are wonderful destinations in their own right. The itinerary also mentions a host of other activities that you'll be doing on the tour, so while the trip goes to Ski locations, it looks like it would be up to you as to how you spend your time.

What is intra tour air tax?

The intra tour air tax covers the air taxes for the flights included on this tour. It's imposed by the airlines and therefore needs to be paid before the tour departs to secure your flight as a part of this tour.

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Fully Guided
Ski, Snowboard & Snow

Platinum Operator: Contiki
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Age range 18 to 35

Places You’ll See

Whistler
Banff National Park

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Highlights

Visit the Totem Poles of Canada's First Nations People in Stanley Park
Explore the hundering waterfalls, imposing cliffs and ice tenticles of Banff
Get nose-deep in fresh-powdered snow on the slopes of Banff and Whistler

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Start Vancouver
Day 2 Vancouver to Whistler
Day 3 Whistler
Day 4 Whistler
Day 5 Whistler to Banff
Day 6 Banff
Day 7 Banff
Day 8 Banff
Day 9 Banff to Calgary

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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

YWCA Hotel Vancouver
Hotel
day 1
Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share)
Hotel
Days 2, 3, 4
Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share)
Hotel
Days 5, 6, 7, 8

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Contiki

4.7

(6,160 reviews)

Number of tours

562

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

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Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.7
Guide
Excellent
5.0
Transport
Excellent
4.8
Accommodation
Excellent
4.3
Food
Good
3.3
Tour Operator
Contiki
4.7

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Sheridan
· December 14th, 2023
It’s the best way to see the mountains, hit the...
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Trip date: November 2023
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Arsenii
· December 12th, 2023
A very packed tour with an incredible guide...
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Contiki commented on this review
Thank you for reviewing your adventure with us. We're delighted you appreciated this dynamic itinerary and trust that the busy days were worth the experiences and memories of this whirlwind tour.
Trip date: November 2023
VJ
Victoria
· March 21st, 2023
When I booked this tour with TourRadar, it said...
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Trip date: February 2023
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Melissa
· March 2nd, 2019
This trip was amazing!!!! Alex was excellent at...
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Contiki commented on this review
Hey Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an incredible experience with us. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
Trip date: February 2019
BH
Benjamin
· March 14th, 2017
So much epicness packed into 9 days. Tour...
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Contiki commented on this review
Hey Benjamin, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing time with us. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
Trip date: March 2017

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9 days

Ski Canada

From Vancouver to Calgary

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

Does this include the cost of airfare from Vancouver to Calgary within the tour?
There is an internal air price included which covers the cost of your internal flights on The Powder Rush and needs to be paid upfront before the tour departs. This covers the flight from Whistler on Day 5.
December 1, 2016 • Flights / Transfers
Are lift tickets for whistler and Banff included in the price?
The lift tickets for whistler and Banff are not included in the price.
December 1, 2016 • Price / Availability
What are the chances of the tour not pushing through?
It is not very common but sometimes in rare circumstances tours do get cancelled due to low numbers. This is quite a popular tour and therefore, again, it is unlikely but possible. If Contiki did have to cancel it they would know well in advance- usually 6 months out so if you need to change your plans you would have sufficient time to do so.
May 1, 2016 • Other
What if i'm not interested in skiing? Are there other things to do?
The Ski locations, Whistler and Banff, both have plenty of great things to do other than Ski and are wonderful destinations in their own right. The itinerary also mentions a host of other activities that you'll be doing on the tour, so while the trip goes to Ski locations, it looks like it would be up to you as to how you spend your time.
January 1, 2016 • Other
What is intra tour air tax?
The intra tour air tax covers the air taxes for the flights included on this tour. It's imposed by the airlines and therefore needs to be paid before the tour departs to secure your flight as a part of this tour.
April 23, 2015 • Other

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