Glacier & Waterton National Parks

Experience the Idyllic Northern Rocky Mountains from Both Sides of the Border

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Aug 31 - Sep 7, 2027
8 days | 7 nights
Departure Cities: St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, MO

In 1932 the U.S. and Canada unified Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks into an International Peace Park to commemorate peace and goodwill between the nations. Together, they form one of the most beautiful regions of mountains and alpine lakes on earth. See this awe-inspiring area from both sides of the border on this exciting tour!

  • Scenic cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene
  • 2 nights within Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada
  • Cross the international border aboard a sightseeing cruise of Upper Waterton Lake
  • Red Bus Tour in Glacier National Park
  • Tour a silver mine in Wallace, ID
  • Scenic float on the Flathead River through Glacier National Park
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DAY 1: FLY TO SPOKANE

Arrive and settle in to your Spokane, WA, hotel. D

DAY 2: COEUR D’ALENE

Enjoy a morning exploring the area with a local guide before a scenic cruise of Lake Coeur d’Alene. Continue north and cross into Canada for dinner and an overnight stay at Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort. B, D

DAY 3: GLACIER-WATERTON INTERNATIONAL PEACE PARK

The full splendor of the Canadian Rockies awaits as you enter Waterton Lakes National Park. Along with Glacier, Waterton Lakes forms the International Peace Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site shared by the United States and Canada to commemorate the continued peace and goodwill between the two nations. Check in for a two-night stay at Waterton Lakes Lodge Resort, a short walk from water’s edge with gorgeous mountain views! B, L

DAY 4: WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK

Step on a morning cruise of Upper Waterton Lake that continues past the international border and into Glacier National Park. Return to Waterton for a day to enjoy this beautiful area, including visits to scenic waterfalls and alpine lakes, plus dinner at the historic Prince of Wales Hotel. B, D

DAY 5: RED BUS TOUR

Say goodbye to the Canadian Rockies and hello to Glacier National Park. After crossing into the U.S., visit St. Mary Village before beginning the famous Red Bus Jammer tour along Going-to-the-Sun Road. Nicknamed the “Rubies of the Rockies,” these historic vehicles have been providing scenic and educational tours of Glacier for generations. B, L

DAY 6: GLACIER FLOAT

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with a guided scenic float along the Flathead River in Glacier National Park. Watch for eagles, osprey, moose, and other wildlife as you learn about the area from your expert guide. Continue to the charming town of Whitefish, MT, for free time and lunch on your own. Return to Kalispell for dinner as a group. B, D

DAY 7: SILVER VALLEY

Travel west into Idaho and tour its historic Silver Valley. Visit the classic mining town of Wallace, the filming location of the 1997 movie, Dante’s Peak. Tour a working silver mine and learn about the methods of hard-rock mining. Continue to Spokane. B, D

DAY 8: FLY HOME B

ACCOMMODATIONS
Night 1: Holiday Inn Express, Spokane Airport, WA
Night 2: Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort, Cranbrook, BC
Nights 3-4: Waterton Lakes Lodge Resort, AB
Nights 5-6: Hilton Garden Inn, Kalispell, MT
Night 7: Holiday Inn Express, Spokane Airport, WA

Departure Cities:

  • St. Louis
  • Kansas City
  • Springfield, MO

Depart: August 31, 2027
Return: September 7, 2027

Price per person:

  • DB $4,059
  • TP/QD $3,669
  • SG $5,219

Price per person includes roundtrip airfare from STL, MCI, SGF. Please call for other gateway cities.

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Other General Information
Tour Communications:
You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:

  • Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
  • Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
  • Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.

Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.

Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:

  • A professional Sunrise Tour Director
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Local step-on guides, including gratuities
  • International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
  • Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
  • Admission to activities and events as indicated
  • Airfare from designated airports
  • Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
  • Luggage handling at hotels when available

Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.

Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.

Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.

TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.

Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.

Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

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