Do you need to know how to ski and snowboard to go on this contiki tour. I know that's a stupid question but just wondering

I'm interested in booking the powder rush 9 day contiki tour from the 6th of January 2024 - 14th January's 2024. I would like to arrive a day earlier and leave a day later. Do you pick up from my accomodation and on return do you drop me at my accomodation? Also, could you recommend accomodation for the early arrival and late departure? As I'm travelling from Australia I'd appreciate you're advice and suggestions on above with flights and accomodation before and after the tour.

Is there a strict age restriction for travellers on this tour? My partner and I are in our 40's and interested in this tour. Also is there only shared room options or is there possibility to have our own room at the accommodations?

We have an age restriction as we only accept 18–35-year-olds. We offer reunion tours for 35–45-year-olds for alternative options.

I came across this offer and it sounds really nice! I just have a couple of questions that you might be able to answer. On day 5 it says that there has to be taken a flight. From where to where is it, how much is it roughly and would it be booked in the group or separately? Also I would not have any skiing equipment (also no trouser, jacket, helmet…). Is it possible to rent all of that as well - and how much would it be?

On day 5 of this trip, there is a flight from Vancouver to Calgary which is included in the cost of the trip! As for when you hit the slopes, you will need to pack and dress accordingly so you will have to bring your own winter attire including jacket, snowpants, hat gloves, etc. But any ski/snowboard equipment such as helmet, skis, snowboard, etc can be rented. For skiing in Banff, a 1-day lift pass is approximately $109 CAD and 1 day rental for skis/poles, helmet and boots is approximately $49 CAD. And for Whistler, a 1-day lift pass is approximately $145 CAD or 1 day ski school which includes full day of ski lessons, lift pass, rentals for $304 CAD.

Are the ski lift tickets included or do we have to pay extra for that?

Ski lift tickets and the equipment has to be paid for whilst on trip.

Please advise what these extra charges are: Intra Tour Air Tax The Powder Rush, Intra Tour Air The Powder Rush

There is an included flight from Vancouver to Calgary as part of this itinerary. That is the Intra Tour Air and the Intra Tour Air Tax.

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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It's the best way to see the mountains, hit the slopes and see all the magic and beauty of Whistler and Banff.
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High Intensity: Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Vancouver
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (YWCA Hotel Vancouver), Hotel (Hotel Willo (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Vancouver
- Stanley Park visit
- Totem Poles visit
- Capilano Suspension Bridge (tickets included)
- Walk through old-growth forest
Optional Activities
- FlyOver Canada experience
- Vancouver Canucks hockey game
Landmarks
Stanley Park
Totem Poles
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Day 2
Vancouver to Whistler
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share))
Included Activities
- Journey via Sea to Sky Highway
- Whistler village exploration
Optional Activities
- Snowmobiling (CAD $145.00)
Landmarks
Sea to Sky Highway
Whistler
Day 3
Whistler
Accommodation
Hotel (Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share))
Included Activities
- Skiing or snowboarding at Whistler
Optional Activities
- Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rental (From CAD $37.00 to CAD $76.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Clothing Rental (From CAD $17.50 to CAD $56.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass (CAD $115.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass (TBC)
- Full Day Lesson (includes equipment rental, 1-day lift pass & ski or snowboard lessons) (CAD $275.75)
- Pub Crawl (CAD $30.00)
Landmarks
Whistler
Day 4
Whistler
Accommodation
Hotel (Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share))
Included Activities
- Skiing or snowboarding at Whistler (optional)
Optional Activities
- Downtown Whistler exploration and shopping
- Day spa visit
- Zipline (CAD $137.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rental (From CAD $37.00 to CAD $76.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Clothing Rental (From CAD $17.50 to CAD $56.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass (CAD $115.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass (TBC)
- Full Day Lesson (includes equipment rental, 1-day lift pass & ski or snowboard lessons) (CAD $275.75)
Landmarks
Whistler
Day 5
Whistler to Banff
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share))
Included Activities
- Flight to Calgary
- Drive to Banff National Park
Landmarks
Banff National Park
Day 6
Banff
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share))
Included Activities
- Banff National Park exploration
Optional Activities
- Mt Norquay skiing or snowboarding
- Lake Louise skiing or snowboarding
- Sunshine Village skiing or snowboarding
- Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rental (From CAD $37.00 to CAD $76.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Clothing Rental (From CAD $17.50 to CAD $56.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass (CAD $85.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass (CAD $170.00)
- Banff bar exploration
Landmarks
Banff National Park
Mt Norquay
Lake Louise
Sunshine Village
Day 7
Banff
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share))
Included Activities
- Banff scenic exploration
Optional Activities
- Helicopter Flight (CAD $183.56)
- Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rental (From CAD $37.00 to CAD $76.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Clothing Rental (From CAD $17.50 to CAD $56.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass (CAD $85.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass (CAD $170.00)
- Dog Sledding (CAD $150.00)
Landmarks
Banff National Park
Day 8
Banff
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share))
Included Activities
- Banff town exploration
Optional Activities
- Ice skating in Banff
- Johnston Canyon Icewalk
- Art gallery visits in Banff
- Ski or Snowboard Equipment Rental (From CAD $37.00 to CAD $76.00)
- Ski or Snowboard Clothing Rental (From CAD $17.50 to CAD $56.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass (CAD $85.00)
- Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass (CAD $170.00)
Landmarks
Johnston Canyon
Banff
Day 9
Banff to Calgary
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sulphur Mountain gondola ride
- Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary visit
Landmarks
Sulphur Mountain
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary

Landmarks
Stanley Park
Totem Poles
Capilano Suspension Bridge

Landmarks
Sea to Sky Highway
Whistler

Landmarks
Whistler

Landmarks
Whistler

Landmarks
Banff National Park

Landmarks
Banff National Park
Mt Norquay
Lake Louise
Sunshine Village

Landmarks
Banff National Park

Landmarks
Johnston Canyon
Banff

Landmarks
Sulphur Mountain
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary

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Where You'll Stay

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YWCA Hotel Vancouver
Hotel
day 1
Hotel Willo (or similar)
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

(6,240 reviews)

Number of tours

492

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

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Traveler Reviews

4.5

Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
4.8
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
3.3
Tour Operator
4.7

S
Sheridan
December 13th, 2023
5
It’s the best way to see the mountains, hit the slopes and see all the magic and beauty of Whistler and Banff
Traveled in November 2023
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Arsenii
December 11th, 2023
5
A very packed tour with an incredible guide (you might be run by a different one).
Traveled in November 2023
Reply from: Contiki
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.
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Victoria
March 20th, 2023
4
When I booked this tour with TourRadar, it said I would get Twin Share accommodation. Well what can I say, but this...
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Traveled in February 2023
M
Melissa
March 2nd, 2019
4
This trip was amazing!!!! Alex was excellent at what he does, defiantly once in a lifetime trip. However their was...
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Traveled in February 2019
Reply from: Contiki
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.
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Benjamin
March 14th, 2017
4.5
So much epicness packed into 9 days. Tour leader was awesome, accommodation was excellent and the optional activities...
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Traveled in March 2017
Reply from: Contiki
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.
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B
Brian
Asked on March 1st, 2023
Do you need to know how to ski and snowboard to go on this contiki tour. I know that's a stupid question but just wondering
Tour Details
- B
  Brian
  Traveler•Written March 2023
  I'm interested in booking the powder rush 9 day contiki tour from the 6th of January 2024 - 14th January's 2024. I would like to arrive a day earlier and leave a day later. Do you pick up from my accomodation and on return do you drop me at my accomodation? Also, could you recommend accomodation for the early arrival and late departure? As I'm travelling from Australia I'd appreciate you're advice and suggestions on above with flights and accomodation before and after the tour.
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2023
  You can book a night of accommodation before and after your tour with us when you make a booking. The tour will usually start at these hotels and drop you back there. We also provide the option of booking flights through us. If you would like a flight quote you will need to give us a call when you are ready to book!
B
Benjamin
Asked on February 14th, 2023
Is there a strict age restriction for travellers on this tour? My partner and I are in our 40's and interested in this tour. Also is there only shared room options or is there possibility to have our own room at the accommodations?
Accommodation
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2023
  We have an age restriction as we only accept 18–35-year-olds. We offer reunion tours for 35–45-year-olds for alternative options.
S
Shannon
Asked on January 22nd, 2023
I came across this offer and it sounds really nice! I just have a couple of questions that you might be able to answer. On day 5 it says that there has to be taken a flight. From where to where is it, how much is it roughly and would it be booked in the group or separately? Also I would not have any skiing equipment (also no trouser, jacket, helmet…). Is it possible to rent all of that as well - and how much would it be?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2023
  On day 5 of this trip, there is a flight from Vancouver to Calgary which is included in the cost of the trip! As for when you hit the slopes, you will need to pack and dress accordingly so you will have to bring your own winter attire including jacket, snowpants, hat gloves, etc. But any ski/snowboard equipment such as helmet, skis, snowboard, etc can be rented. For skiing in Banff, a 1-day lift pass is approximately $109 CAD and 1 day rental for skis/poles, helmet and boots is approximately $49 CAD. And for Whistler, a 1-day lift pass is approximately $145 CAD or 1 day ski school which includes full day of ski lessons, lift pass, rentals for $304 CAD.
- S
  Shannon
  Traveler•Written January 2023
  So I looked a bit online and it seems like there are shops where it is possible to rent clothes as well. Is that true? Also can you give any information how full the March tour is already and how fast I have to book?
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2023
  Our March tour is over half booked at this time, we are unsure how many people exactly but its best to book as soon as possible! If you've found some sources online that show you can rent winter clothes from thats great! We do not provide this option through Contiki.
G
Graham
Asked on January 16th, 2023
Are the ski lift tickets included or do we have to pay extra for that?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2023
  Ski lift tickets and the equipment has to be paid for whilst on trip.
L
Lee
Asked on August 1st, 2022
Please advise what these extra charges are: Intra Tour Air Tax The Powder Rush, Intra Tour Air The Powder Rush
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2022
  There is an included flight from Vancouver to Calgary as part of this itinerary. That is the Intra Tour Air and the Intra Tour Air Tax.
S
Sonia
Asked on December 1st, 2016
Does this include the cost of airfare from Vancouver to Calgary within the tour?
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2016
  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.
A
Ali
Asked on December 1st, 2016
Are lift tickets for whistler and Banff included in the price?
Price / Availability
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2016
  The lift tickets for whistler and Banff are not included in the price.
L
Luke
Asked on May 1st, 2016
What are the chances of the tour not pushing through?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2016
  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.
H
Hannah
Asked on January 1st, 2016
What if i'm not interested in skiing? Are there other things to do?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2016
  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.
P
Patrick
Asked on April 23rd, 2015
What is intra tour air tax?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2015
  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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