This tour is rated “Activity Level 3” by the tour planners at Wells Gray Tours using our new scale with 4 levels. This rating means there is a lot of activity as described here:
High Activity: You are an active traveller who wants to explore wherever you go. You don’t mind a mix of full days, early morning starts, and some late nights. You can walk longer distances, up to 4 km without difficulty which may be over uneven ground, beaches or shorelines; climb in and out of small boats without assistance; walk on docks which may have steep ramps at low tide; stand for prolonged periods; and climb 3 flights of stairs easily and unassisted. There is lots of walking at the Halifax Citadel, Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, King’s Landing, Fortress of Louisbourg, and the historic district of Charlottetown. There is a multi-storey flight of stairs down to the beach at Hopewell Rocks, but you can see the Rocks from the top. Expect walks of 3 blocks (15 mins each way) to and from the Grafton Theatre in Halifax and Confederation Centre in Charlottetown. You can decline to go on the Glace Bay underground mine tour. You will miss some attractions if you are unable to do this amount of activity. A few hotels do not have elevators. There can be long walks in the airports. Luggage handling may not be available at some hotels. Keep in mind that this is a 24-day tour which can be tiring.
Since a few people who are not capable of doing these activities can hold up the entire group, Wells Gray Tours expects everybody booking a tour with “Activity Level 3” to be reasonably fit physically and mentally.
Please read the following and sign acknowledging that these statements are true. The tour deposit will be due after you have signed this statement.
• I want to travel on a Wells Gray tour with a rating of “Activity Level 3” on the new scale with 4 levels.
• I have read the brochure with the full itinerary and description of the activities that are typical on this tour.
• I understand that this is the second highest activity level that a Wells Gray tour can be rated.
• I am confident that I can participate in tour activities at this level, and I will not hold up or delay the other members of the tour.
• I do not require the use of a cane, walker, wheelchair, or other mobility assistance devices.
• I have no cognitive impairment such as memory loss or confusion, difficulty expressing thoughts, repeating questions, or getting lost.
• If my physical or cognitive condition changes between booking and departure date such that I can no longer do this level of activity, I will notify the Wells Gray office or agent. The specified penalties will apply for cancelling and travel insurance may cover this.
• If I am not capable of keeping up with the group or require ongoing assistance, I understand that the Wells Gray tour director has the right to stop me from participating in some activities or some days of the tour. In extreme situations, I acknowledge that I may be required to leave the tour and travel home at my own expense, and that travel insurance will probably not cover me. There will be no refund for unused tour services.
This statement has been implemented by Wells Gray Tours to maintain high quality itineraries, accurate timing, and the enjoyment of all tour participants. Each person booking this tour must sign this statement. Thank you for your understanding.