Canada’s West: 12-Day Luxury Small-Group Winter Tour with Northern Lights Viewing
Witness the winter wonderland magic of Canada’s West – the best place in the world for watching the spectacular Northern Lights – on a 12-day luxury small-group tour (max. 16 travellers). Experience Vancouver, the vibrant waterfront city with nature on its doorstep, home to foodies’ paradise Gastown, where you’ll take a progressive food tour with matching wines, beers and cocktails. Then, travel to wildly beautiful Banff National Park for unforgettable moments including an evening ice walk of Johnston Canyon and a picture-perfect sleigh ride through the Rockies. Enjoy two nights at the iconic Fairmont Château Lake Louise, where you’ll learn to snowshoe and indulge in a fabulous Fairmont afternoon tea.
Chase the Northern Lights in Yellowknife — which enjoys at least 200 starlit viewing nights a year — and warm up by the woodfire in dedicated teepees in Aurora Village, where you can watch the striking Northern Lights dance across the sky from the comfort of heated chairs that spin 360 degrees.
Your journey takes you to: Vancouver – Calgary – Banff — Lake Louise – Calgary – Yellowknife.
Christmas departure available: Experience the wonder of Christmas from this winter wonderland with a special 15 December 2022 departure. Spend Christmas Eve and Day in Yellow Knife’s The Explorer Hotel, hidden in a remote tepee village away from the city lights, offering unsurpassed Aurora viewing.
Covid-19 health and safety practices: Our expert Tours team is working hard to ensure the highest health standards at every point of your journey. Find out more.
The Experiences – Chase the Northern Lights, take a sleigh ride through the Rockies, go snowshoeing and more
Travel to Canada’s untamed, beautiful Northwest Territories, where wildlife outnumbers humans and rich culture, history and tradition collide to paint an unforgettable picture of this breathtaking country.
Visit the city of Yellowknife for three nights of Northern Lights viewing in ‘the aurora capital of the world’. Thanks to its clear skies and optimal location, Yellowknife boasts 200 perfect nights of aurora borealis viewing – and you are travelling right in peak season. Watch the spectacular natural light show from the heated tepees of Aurora Village, set out on an expansive wilderness property with bespoke heated chairs that swivel 360 degrees to allow for perfect viewing. Complimentary winter clothing, including Canada Goose parkas, will be loaned for extra-cosy viewing nights.
Make the most of Yellowknife’s winter wonderland with an exciting dogsledding excursion across the frozen lake, an afternoon of fun on a giant ice slide, snowshoeing and guided tours taking you deeper into the history and the culture of its Indigenous people – then warm up toasting marshmallows by the fire.
Enjoy a city tour of Vancouver, the waterfront city with spectacular nature on its doorstep, visiting Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown and more. Take a food tour – rated one of the best in the world by Forbes – through Gastown, trying Canadian delicacies and meeting local restaurateurs as you dine in four of the historic neighbourhood’s best restaurants while enjoying matched cocktails, craft beers and award-winning wines.
Immerse yourself in the local wildlife in Banff at the hands of an expert guide, learning about nature’s clever winter survival tactics and take a breathtaking evening ice walk through Johnston Canyon, where the rushing water of the falls and creek is the only thing that disturbs the perfect stillness of the surrounding woods.
Huddle into a warm woollen blanket on a magical sleigh ride through the Canadian Rockies, watching for grazing elk and coyotes, then warm up with hot chocolate and marshmallows around the campfire. Step into the Banff Gondola and enjoy panoramic views of the majestic landscape as you ascend the pinnacle of Sulphur Mountain.
Head to one of the highlights of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Banff National Park, Lake Louise, and embrace snowshoeing on a mountaintop tour offering incredible birds-eye views of the Rockies.
Stay cosy throughout your tour with magical moments around the campfire, crackling log fires and winter treats including a fondue, roasted marshmallows, soothing hot chocolate and Canadian maple cookies, plus plenty of blankets and even complimentary loaned winter clothing in Yellowknife.
The Accommodation – Stay in five-star Fairmont luxury in Lake Louise
Located in an amphitheatre of majestic mountain peaks, surrounded by the glistening lake and Victoria Glacier, Fairmont Château Lake Louise places you in the beating heart of Banff National Park. Breathe in its history as a base for alpinists and admire the way the property has been transformed to provide luxury accommodation, with a five-star spa and exceptional dining experiences. Partake in the wonderful tradition of afternoon tea here, dining on fresh seasonal berries with alpine whipped cream, finger sandwiches, buttermilk scones and more overlooking Lake Louise. Optional winter activities here are straight out of a picture book and include ice skating on the lake and husky rides (charges apply).
Your tour begins at Vancouver Airport (YVR) and ends at Yellowknife Airport (YZF).
International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please book your flights to arrive at Vancouver Airport by 4pm on Day 1 and depart Yellowknife any time after 10am on Day 12. If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.
Domestic flights from Vancouver to Calgary and Calgary to Yellowknife are included. Roundtrip airport transfers are included in your tour on the first and last day only.
You MUST complete your booking form within 7 days of booking. Following its completion, our Tours Concierge will be in touch to assist with any additional arrangements – including flights.
Important: Please allow for travelling time from international countries. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in Vancouver on your chosen tour start date.
A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist.
Need flights? Australian customers can now purchase flights with or without accommodation packages. We are working hard to launch this functionality in other markets. For now, our dedicated flights concierge can assist with all your flight requirements. Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.
Important Destination Information: Canada
Time zone: GMT-7 (Vancouver)
Telephone: +1
Currency: Canadian dollar
Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within the city. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.
Language: English and French
Climate: The northern two-thirds of the country have very cold winters and short, cool summers. The central-southern area of the interior plains typically experiences very cold winters and hot summers.
Day 1: Arrive Vancouver
Welcome to Vancouver, an easy-going waterfront city that revels in a two-for-one deal with nature — mild temperatures at sea level, frosty alpine fun on the easy-to-reach mountain peaks. Meet your local representative on arrival at Vancouver Airport (YVR), where you will be transferred to your hotel — The Sutton Palace Hotel Vancouver — set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea, and located in the heart of the city.
Walkable Vancouver earns its title as one of the world’s most liveable cities and the locals love getting outdoors, whatever the weather. If you have time, why not get out and hit the fresh air for a walk or cycle around the Stanley Park seawall — a paved walkway with spectacular views of the city, ocean and mountains? Or explore the famous shopping, business, arts and entertainment districts, just steps from your hotel.
This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at the hotel’s in-house restaurant — Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar.
Accommodation: The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2: Vancouver
After a hearty breakfast, join your guide on a morning tour of Vancouver and discover the city’s highlights. Visit popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown and Gastown, see totem poles, wander through food stalls and craft galleries, and get great city views from lookouts like Prospect Point.
This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Vancouver at leisure and enjoy the very best of the city at your own pace.
Accommodation: The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Vancouver
Enjoy a morning at leisure before exploring Vancouver’s historic neighbourhood of Gastown on a private gastronomic walking tour*. Named one of Forbes’ Top 9 Food Tours in the World, this gastronomic experience will satisfy any foodie with an opportunity to dine at a selection of the area’s noted local restaurants and an expert guide leading the way. Laden with iconic restaurants, quirky pubs and historic dining rooms, Gastown’s cobblestone maze leads you to local restaurateurs. Indulge in an all-inclusive, progressive meal served across four of Gastown’s best restaurants along the way, complete with Vancouver craft beer, award-winning wine and cocktail pairings.
Accommodation: The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
*Note: 2 December 2021 departure, the food tour will operate on Day 2 and the sightseeing tour will operate on Day 3. 30 December 2021 departure, the food tour will not operate and the full day will be at leisure. Instead, guests on this departure will enjoy a special New Year’s Eve dinner on Day 2.
Day 4: Vancouver – Calgary – Banff
This morning you will be transferred to Vancouver Airport for your included flight to Calgary. Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you and you will be transferred to your Banff accommodation for the next three nights — Mount Royal Hotel, located right on Banff Avenue. Enjoy a prime position in the heart of this picturesque town with local restaurants, shops and village life at your fingertips.
The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy this quaint city independently.
Accommodation: Mount Royal Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Banff
This morning, join your expert guide on a three-hour tour, visiting Banff’s landmarks and viewing the local wildlife in its natural habitat. Hear how the history of the Bow Valley changed when three railway workers rediscovered a hidden treasure and learn about the local wildlife’s behaviour, habitat and winter survival adaptations. Stop to enjoy a hot chocolate and a light snack before returning to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure.
This evening, participate in an evening ice walk of Johnston Canyon. Light your way through this narrow, water-formed canyon as you follow your guide to the lower falls. The suspended catwalks, built into the limestone walls, make this an easy trip for everyone. Along the way, your guide will highlight unique features by powerful flashlight and pause for moments of darkness and quiet to foster an appreciation for spending time in the canyon at night. Warm up with hot chocolate and a maple cookie snack while you look around the lower falls, before returning to the hotel.
Accommodation: Mount Royal Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Banff
After breakfast, enjoy a memorable sleigh ride among the stunning and tranquil Canadian Rockies. Cuddle up under warm woollen blankets as a team of horses pulls you through sparkling, snow-covered meadows. Watch for grazing elk or coyotes prowling near the edge of the forest as the expert guides take you on a quintessential winter experience, and then warm up by a campfire and toast a marshmallow while you enjoy a hot drink.
Next, we step into the Banff Gondola and take a breathtaking ascent to the pinnacle of Sulphur Mountain for an awe-inspiring 360-degree panorama of sheer mountain majesty. Enjoy an included mountaintop lunch at the Northern Lights Café* and later, take in the interpretative hiking trails that lead along the ridge of the mountain.
Return to your hotel later this afternoon for an evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Mount Royal Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
*Lunch included at Northern Lights Café or Sky Bistro Restaurant pending availability, group size and COVID regulations. Otherwise, will be substituted with lunch at a local restaurant
Day 7: Banff – Lake Louise
Enjoy a morning at leisure before transferring to picture-perfect Lake Louise and the breathtaking Fairmont Château Lake Louise — your home for the next two nights. Enjoy an afternoon exploring this iconic hotel at leisure and take advantage of the many winter programs available, including ice-skating on the beautiful Lake Louise (extra charges may apply).
This evening, enjoy an authentic Swiss fondue or a delicious à la carte dinner at the Fairmont’s popular Walliser Stube restaurant, which pays homage to the region’s Swiss mountain guide heritage.
Accommodation: Fairmont Château Lake Louise
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Lake Louise
Today you will continue your exploration of this winter wonderland with an introduction to snowshoeing. The tour will take you to the top of the mountain, where you will experience a view previously only accessible to skiers and snowboarders. Certified guides will show you how to use snowshoes while sharing stories of the history, landscape and wildlife of Lake Louise. Enjoy breathtaking views while taking your first steps in snowshoes.
Return to the hotel, where this afternoon, you will experience the wonderful tradition of afternoon tea at the Fairmont Château Lake Louise while enjoying spectacular views of the lake and Victoria Glacier.
Accommodation: Fairmont Château Lake Louise
Meals: Breakfast and Afternoon Tea
Day 9: Lake Louise – Calgary – Yellowknife
Today we transfer back to Calgary for our flight to Yellowknife — gateway to the mighty North West Territories and the incredible Northern Lights. Upon arrival, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to The Explorer Hotel, one of the city’s finest properties.
This afternoon, get kitted out with complimentary loaned winter clothing, including a Canada Goose parka, mitts, pants, boots and a face warmer, before departing to Aurora Village – a remote tepee village away from the city lights, offering unsurpassed Aurora viewing. Warm up in a picturesque tepee, welcoming you in with a cosy wood stove, heated seats and a delicious selection of hot drinks.
After the viewing, transfer back to your hotel.
Accommodation: The Explorer Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Yellowknife
Enjoy a morning at leisure before heading out for an exciting dog sledging excursion. Board a traditional sledge, towed by an enthusiastic dog team, for a thrilling ride over the frozen lake and through the wooded trails. Following this, return to Aurora Village and strap on snowshoes for a guided walk along the local trails, where your guide reveals how the Indigenous people of the area used the flora and fauna to survive this harsh climate. An afternoon of fun on a giant ice slide and roasting marshmallows completes the daytime activities before nightfall and the second evening of Aurora viewing.
Accommodation: The Explorer Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 11: Yellowknife
This afternoon you will have the chance to explore the historically and culturally vibrant city of Yellowknife on a tour. Your guide will reveal its early beginnings, when the ‘streets were paved with gold’, and its deeply rooted Aboriginal culture. See the Legislative Assembly and Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Center and take a scenic drive through downtown, Old Tow, and onto the Frozen Ice Road. A third evening of Aurora viewing caps off a perfect day, before being transferred back to The Explorer Hotel.
Accommodation: The Explorer Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Depart Yellowknife
Today your winter adventure comes to an end with a shared shuttle transfer to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Update 27 September 2022, 12pm AEST: Age restrictions updated, please see below for details.
Your comfort and safety are our number one concern. Our expert Tours team is working hard to ensure the highest health standards at every point of your journey.
Booking Summary: After you book, please follow the instructions in your booking summary email and ensure you complete your traveller information details within 7 days.
This tour package is valid for the following departure dates:
2022:
- 8 December 2022
- 15 December 2022 (Christmas departure)
- 30 December 2022
2023:
- 8 January 2023
- 19 January 2023
- 23 January 2023
- 2 February 2023
- 8 February 2023
- 20 February 2023
- 23 February 2023
- 2 March 2023
- 20 March 2023
IMPORTANT: Please allow for travelling time. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in Vancouver on your chosen tour start date. If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.
NONE OF THESE DATES SUIT YOUR TRAVEL PLANS? If you wish to travel on an alternate date to those listed above, or on your own private tour with friends, prices are as follows:
Private Group Tour Pricing:
- Not available on this tour
Booking Process
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- Should you require assistance with your tour, please contact our Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey
- You must provide a government-issued photo ID for each guest. All international tours require a passport photo ID.
IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). If you are travelling with another person you must purchase TWO PACKAGES, otherwise please purchase a solo traveller package.
Please note that packages cannot be split.
AMENDMENTS & CHANGES
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 90 days prior to the departure date.
Name Change or Corrections
Following the 7-Day Change of Mind Guarantee period,
- Name corrections may incur a fee.
- Name changes are not permitted.
Date Changes
- You can enjoy unlimited, free date changes up until 90 days prior to original travel date (subject to seasonal surcharges or package upgrades). Changes can be made via your ‘My Escapes’ account, or by contacting the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
- Alternatively, you can cancel your tour booking up until 90 days prior to original travel date, with credit towards future travel for any Limited Time Lux Exclusive accommodation, tour or cruise package, excludes flights. Additional charges for date changes that result in a higher value will be charged to your account. Credit must be used within 12 months of issue date. After this time bookings are non-refundable except in accordance with our Refund Policy.
- The Tours Concierge team will advise if the change is confirmed via email and provide an invoice for the following: date change fees, costs from third-party suppliers, air and rail travel and hotels (cabins on cruises).
- Date changes do not apply to flights booked with Luxury Escapes. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Covid-19 Related Cancellations
For all new bookings from 13 October 2020, if you can’t travel as a direct result of border closures or Government-imposed travel restrictions that directly impact your booking, Luxury Escapes will:
- allow you to change the dates of your tour,
- offer you a credit for another tour, cruise or accommodation offer, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers), or
- refund the full value of your tour, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers)
Accommodation
This tour includes accommodation at the following hotels:
- Vancouver – The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver (Sutton Room)
- Banff – Mount Royal Hotel (Guest Room)
- Lake Louise – Fairmont Château Lake Louise (Fairmont Room)
- Yellowknife – The Explorer Hotel (Deluxe Room) or (Superior Room) for High Season departures only
IMPORTANT:
- Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.
- Rooms at The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver will be made available after 4pm on the day of arrival. Checkout is required by 12pm. Early check-in and late checkout are available at an additional fee. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
- Maximum room capacity is two adults.
Pre & Post-Tour Accommodation
Pre- & post-tour accommodation can be booked to extend your stay before or after your tour. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
Inclusions
- Accommodation as specified
- Internal flights as specified
- Daily breakfast and additional dining experiences as specified in the itinerary
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary
- The services of expert local guides
- Private airport transfers and air-conditioned transportation throughout
Exclusions
- Roundtrip international flights
- Visas
- Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary
- Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Tips and gratuities
- Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
Age Restrictions
- This tour is restricted to guests aged 18 years or older.
Group Size
- Minimum number for this tour to operate is 2. If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.
- Maximum tour capacity is 16 people.
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance is recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.
- Luxury Escapes can assist you in purchasing travel insurance through our preferred provider. Please enquire for further information and to see if our policy is suitable for you.
Passports & Visas
- A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
- Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
- A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).
Photo ID
- For all international tours, a digital copy of your passport must be provided for each guest by 90 days prior to your tour departure.
- For domestic tours, a digital copy of a government-issued photo identification (passport or driver’s licence) must be provided for each guest by 60/90 days prior to your tour departure.
- These can be uploaded to your ‘My Escapes’ account. Alternately, please contact our Tours Concierge Team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for assistance.
- Failure to provide valid photo ID as explained above will result in your booking being cancelled and all monies paid remaining non-refundable.
Health & Vaccinations
- Travellers are advised to check the vaccine requirements for their trip with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccines require 30 days or more to be effective. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
- By purchasing this tour, you acknowledge the COVID 19 Health & Safety advice as shown here.
- Guests may be required to provide evidence of proof of vaccination against COVID 19 from our ground operator prior to departure. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
- Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
Tour Baggage Restrictions
- Please note that baggage restrictions apply to your included domestic flights within Canada.
- No checked baggage allowance is included in the airfare. Checked luggage is only available for purchase at the time of check-in and is typically charged at CA$30 to CA$40 for the first piece.
- Passengers are permitted one carry-on piece with a maximum weight of 7kg. Carry-on luggage is included in your airfare.
- Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by Westjet, Air Canada or similar and can change at any time without notice.
Transfers
- Arrival and departure transfers are only available on the first and last day. Please note, arrival and departure transfers are included between the hours of 6am and 6pm. If you arrive outside these hours a supplement may apply. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
- If booking a Twin-Share Package, transfers are based on two people sharing the one vehicle. If you are arriving on different flights at different times, a supplement will be charged for two separate vehicles.
- Please note ‘Private Transfers’ refers to transfers that are exclusive for your Luxury Escapes group and may be shared amongst other members of your group if arriving on the same flight or another flight arriving within a 30-minute window.
- Flight details must be advised at least 30 days prior to your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide your confirmed flight details within this time period will result in forfeiting your transfer.
Flight Schedule Changes and/or Cancellations (if applicable)
- Please note that the rules governing your flight purchase are different from the terms and conditions of your hotel, tour, or cruise purchase. See Flights terms and conditions here
- Your hotel, tour, or cruise booking cannot be changed or cancelled in the event of unavoidable flight schedule changes or cancellations and will be subject to the terms of that purchase.
- Further, your right to a change or cancellation of a flight is strictly governed by the terms and conditions of the specific airfare you purchased and as determined by the relevant airline carrier.
- We will, however, make every effort to work with airlines and suppliers in order to provide you with the best alternative options available.
Porterage
On occasion, porterage is not included, therefore, at times, you may be expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available. Please refer to inclusions if porterage is included.
Tipping
Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package and are at your own discretion. As a guide, approx. CA$12 – CA$20 per person, per day, is the industry standard.
Winter Clothing
During your stay in Yellowknife, we have included a five-piece wither clothing set (on loan) from some of the most trusted brands, designed for the extreme cold of Canada’s North. This includes a Canadian goose-down parka, winter pants, extreme winter boots, elbow-length mitts and a face mask.
Fitness Requirements
Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake the activities in this tour. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither Luxury Escapes nor the tour provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor is Luxury Escapes liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).
Dietary Requirements
In most cases Luxury Escapes can cater for special dietary requirements but please note that on occasion, this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry supplies with you.
Any dietary requirements must be received by Luxury Escapes at least 90 days prior to your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide these details by this date may result in an inability to cater for your requirements.
Valued Up To
The value and comparative savings have been determined based on published rack rates and the value of inclusions. Please be advised that rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of saving.
Itinerary Amendments & Changes
Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure to incorporate improvements stemming from past travellers’ feedback as well as updates from our ground operators. Please note that while we operate successful tours in this region throughout the year, some changes may be necessary due to inclement weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route. The order and timing of included activities may also vary from time to time.
In the event of a change in itinerary (due to safety or events outside of our control) which results in cancellation or change fees in respect of flights (or other parts of your travel) we will notify you as soon as practicable. You will be responsible for any associated costs or will otherwise have the right to a refund (less any costs incurred or paid to third parties).
Surcharges
After completing your booking, your tour cost may be subject to additional surcharges as a result of factors beyond the control of Luxury Escapes. Where the cost of delivering your selected tour materially increases between the time of purchase and delivery, Luxury Escapes reserves the right to increase the balance due. Increases may be in relation to, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, taxes, airfares, fuel surcharges or tour costs where those costs have increased for similar reasons. A material increase will be considered once in excess of 10% of the package price.
Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Luxury Escapes will inform its guests of these changes as soon as possible, these additional charges will be passed on by Luxury Escapes to the guest.
PLEASE NOTE:
Luxury Escapes reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.