CALGARY WINTER WONDERS
CALGARY WINTER WONDERS
Discover the best of Calgary in winter with this exciting itinerary, blending city exploration with natural encounters. Experience the vibrant city through a guided walking tour, captivating museums, and historic dining experiences. Venture into the wild with a visit to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary. Whether you're strolling downtown, dining in historic settings, or exploring the majestic winter wilderness, this journey offers a perfect mix of culture, history, and adventure. This itinerary can coincide with the Chinook Blast Festival, happening from February 2nd-19th, 2025, offering you a chance to enjoy Calgary at its most festive, with art, music, and cultural events adding to the city's winter charm. Perfect for those seeking an unforgettable winter escape.
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Start Location: Calgary
End Location: Calgary
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Calgary's rich history on a guided downtown walking tour, including a visit to the new Sam Centre.
- Experience a unique dining adventure at Veranda, complete with a brewery and distillery tour.
- Get up close with the polar bear and penguins at the Calgary Zoo, followed by stunning city views from the Calgary Tower.
- Interact with the majestic wolfdogs at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary on an immersive guided tour.
- Enjoy the vibrant Chinook Blast Festival with art, music, and cultural events from January 31 - February 17th, 2025.
SAMPLE ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1 - Arrival in Calgary
Arrive in Calgary and settle into your accommodation. Take the afternoon to explore the city at your leisure. Whether you're strolling through the vibrant downtown streets or visiting one of Calgary's renowned museums, the city's winter charm will captivate you. Perhaps enjoy a cozy café or take in the festive lights that decorate the city during the winter season.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 2 - Calgary Walking Tour & Sam Centre Visit
Start your day with a walking tour of Calgary. Traverse the downtown area, discovering the stories behind the city's evolution from a frontier town to a modern urban centre. As you walk along Stephen Avenue, the Bow River Pathway, and through the +15 Skywalk network, you’ll uncover hidden gems and hear tales of Calgary's rich history and vibrant culture. After your walking tour, visit the Sam Centre, where you’ll immerse yourself in the Stampede Story through dynamic exhibits, digital experiences, and personal interactions. The center offers a unique blend of history and culture, bringing the spirit of Calgary to life. End your day with a dining experience at Veranda, a collaborative taproom and spirit hall. Located in The Stables on the Currie Barracks, a historic building dating back to 1936, you will have a set menu dining experience. The evening also includes a Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting, providing an opportunity to explore one of Calgary’s most historic buildings converted into a functional craft beverage production facility.
Overnight: Calgary
Meals: Dinner
Day 3 - Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, Calgary Tower, & Studio Bell
Spend the morning at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, where you can delight in the penguin parade. Afterward, visit the iconic Calgary Tower, offering panoramic views of the city and the surrounding Rocky Mountains. In the afternoon, head to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, where you can explore Canada’s musical history through interactive exhibits and performances.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 4 - Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary
Embark on an interactive tour at the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary. Here, you'll encounter the wild beauty of wolfdogs and gain insight into their behaviours, as well as the importance of wolves in our ecosystem. This immersive experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with these majestic creatures while learning from their stories. For a relaxing end to the day, consider a visit to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa. The spa’s hydrotherapy circuit, with its hot and cold pools, is designed to rejuvenate and invigorate, providing a serene escape amidst the natural beauty of Kananaskis.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 5 - Depart Calgary
Your Calgary adventure concludes today. After checking out of your hotel, you may have some time for last-minute sightseeing or shopping before departing.
DATES & PRICES
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All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 4 nights of accomodation
- All attractions as listed specifically within the itinerary
- Sightseeing tours and entrance fees as listed within the tour itinerary
EXCLUSIONS
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Taxes as applicable (separately mentioned)
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended)
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers and/or Bus Drivers
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Items ( attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
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Freedom To Explore
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Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking airport transfers for you! Some tours have airport transfers included already. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking additional nights of accommodation for you before and/or after your fully escorted tour! Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking flights?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking your flights for you! We do not recommend you book any flights until you receive your booking confirmation directly from Anderson Vacations Tours, as some tours are not pre-guaranteed. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire about this option, as pricing may also vary and it will be subject to availability.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Anderson Vacations Tours can work with private groups to customize a tour to your needs. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Tour Questions
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+
I am a solo traveler. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo Travelers can choose to pay the single supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share, we also have a Twin Share option that is offered for the majority of our tours. This means you will be sharing the hotel rooms with another single, same gender traveller who also books the Twin Share option. If this is the case, there will be no single supplement charged to either of you. If we are unable to match you with another Twin Share traveler, there may be a single surcharge applied to cover the full cost of the rooms on some of our longer tours. Please enquire before finalizing your booking for full details.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
This tour has a low level of physical demand, although there may be some activities or sightseeing tours that require walking short distances. Please inquire if you have any mobility restrictions before completing your booking to ensure this tour is right for you.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for this suitcase is 32 kilograms/60 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages. Please advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of the coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations Tours guidelines.
What is your recommended spending amount for non-included meals?
The suggested allowance for non-included meals is $40.00 — $60.00 CAD per day (includes tipping).
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes! There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices and arrangements made for you.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For your convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals stated on the itinerary are included in the price of the tour. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 15-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Motorcoach Driver and Tour Director are left to your discretion. We recommend $4.00 - $5.00 CAD per person, per day for your Motorcoach Driver and $6.00 - $7.00 CAD per person, per day for your Tour Director. if you can't find your
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Calgary Winter Wonders
5 days
Created On: 22 Dec 2024
Highlights
- Explore Calgary's rich history on a guided downtown walking tour, including a visit to the new Sam Centre.
- Experience a unique dining adventure at Veranda, complete with a brewery and distillery tour.
- Get up close with the polar bear and penguins at the Calgary Zoo, followed by stunning city views from the Calgary Tower.
- Interact with the majestic wolfdogs at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary on an immersive guided tour.
- Enjoy the vibrant Chinook Blast Festival with art, music, and cultural events from January 31 - February 17th, 2025.
Inclusions
- 4 nights of accomodation
- All attractions as listed specifically within the itinerary
- Sightseeing tours and entrance fees as listed within the tour itinerary
Exclusions
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Taxes as applicable (separately mentioned)
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended)
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers and/or Bus Drivers
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Items ( attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Dates & Prices
ACCOMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Moderate Accomodation
Calgary
Calgary
$620 USD
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Calgary
Arrive in Calgary and settle into your accommodation. Take the afternoon to explore the city at your leisure. Whether you're strolling through the vibrant downtown streets or visiting one of Calgary's renowned museums, the city's winter charm will captivate you. Perhaps enjoy a cozy café or take in the festive lights that decorate the city during the winter season.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 2 - Calgary Walking Tour & Sam Centre Visit
Start your day with a walking tour of Calgary. Traverse the downtown area, discovering the stories behind the city's evolution from a frontier town to a modern urban centre. As you walk along Stephen Avenue, the Bow River Pathway, and through the +15 Skywalk network, you’ll uncover hidden gems and hear tales of Calgary's rich history and vibrant culture. After your walking tour, visit the Sam Centre, where you’ll immerse yourself in the Stampede Story through dynamic exhibits, digital experiences, and personal interactions. The center offers a unique blend of history and culture, bringing the spirit of Calgary to life. End your day with a dining experience at Veranda, a collaborative taproom and spirit hall. Located in The Stables on the Currie Barracks, a historic building dating back to 1936, you will have a set menu dining experience. The evening also includes a Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting, providing an opportunity to explore one of Calgary’s most historic buildings converted into a functional craft beverage production facility.
Overnight: Calgary
Meals: Dinner
Day 3 - Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, Calgary Tower, & Studio Bell
Spend the morning at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, where you can delight in the penguin parade. Afterward, visit the iconic Calgary Tower, offering panoramic views of the city and the surrounding Rocky Mountains. In the afternoon, head to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, where you can explore Canada’s musical history through interactive exhibits and performances.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 4 - Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary
Embark on an interactive tour at the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary. Here, you'll encounter the wild beauty of wolfdogs and gain insight into their behaviours, as well as the importance of wolves in our ecosystem. This immersive experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with these majestic creatures while learning from their stories. For a relaxing end to the day, consider a visit to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa. The spa’s hydrotherapy circuit, with its hot and cold pools, is designed to rejuvenate and invigorate, providing a serene escape amidst the natural beauty of Kananaskis.
Overnight: Calgary
Day 5 - Depart Calgary
Your Calgary adventure concludes today. After checking out of your hotel, you may have some time for last-minute sightseeing or shopping before departing.
