Wonders of the Canadian Rockies

Day 1

Arrive in Calgary

Today you’ll arrive in the Cowboy city of Calgary where you’ll transfer independently to your hotel. Settle in and then meet with the rest of your group and the Travel Director

Overnight: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown or similar

Day 2

Calgary - Lake Louise - Banff National Park

Start your day with an iconic breakfast at Heritage Park Historical Village, where you'll enjoy exclusive early access to the Gasoline Alley Museum, home to the world's largest public collection of vintage vehicles and oil and gas artifacts. A private guide will provide an overview of the museum's classic treasures, with time to explore at your leisure. Afterwards, set off towards Lake Louise, watching the rugged, snow-covered peaks of the Rockies unfold before you. In Banff, embark on a sightseeing tour along Tunnel Mountain Drive, passing landmarks such as Cascade Mountain, Mt. Rundle, Bow Falls, and the striking hoodoos.

Overnight: Red Carpet Inn or similar

Day 3

Banff National Park

Enjoy a free day in this beautiful National Park. You can choose from a variety of optional excursions such as a superb flight-seeing holiday tour of the Rockies, or you can ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain where there is a state-of-the-art visitor centre. Or you can simply stroll through the charming town of Banff and soak up the atmosphere.

Overnight: Red Carpet Inn or similar

Day 4

Banff – Icefields Parkway – Jasper

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Icefields Parkway with its majestic Rockies, ancient glaciers, and pristine lakes. Ride the Ice Explorer across the Athabasca Glacier and taste fresh glacial water. Explore Athabasca Falls before arriving in Jasper, a haven for nature lovers. Tonight, choose an optional excursion and enjoy the lively "From Jasper With Love" theatre performance for a memorable evening in this scenic wonderland.

Overnight: Lobstick Lodge or similar

Day 5

Jasper National Park

Today you have the day to enjoy Jasper and the surrounding National Park. In this area of outstanding natural beauty, you can choose to enjoy a gentle float trip on the scenic Athabasca River or take a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake or the more energetic can take a hike to view the glacier on Mount Edith Cavell.

Overnight: Lobstick Lodge or similar

Day 6

Jasper – Sun Peaks

Journey through the stunning Jasper National Park, enjoying views of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. Pass through white-fenced ranch lands and mountains before reaching the lovely resort of Sun Peaks.

Overnight: Sun Peaks Lodge or similar

Day 7

Sun Peaks – Victoria

Leave Sun Peaks and pass through the Nicola Valley before reaching the west coast and boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Enjoy picturesque views of the islands scattered through the Strait of Georgia before docking at Swartz Bay. Then its just a short drive to the capital city of British Columbia – Victoria. You will enjoy an introductory sightseeing tour of the lovely waterfront district, past the parliament buildings and Government Street, through Beacon Hill Park and along the Dallas Road waterfront.

Overnight: The Vic, Ascend Hotel or similar

Day 8

Victoria

Explore the stunning Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre paradise and national historic site of Canada, adorned with vibrant blooms and blossoms. Spend the rest of the day discovering Victoria at your own pace. How about choose an optional excursion to view Victoria on a panorama seaplane tour to marvel at the Olympic Mountains and local islands, or embark on a thrilling Victoria Whale Watching cruise to spot majestic marine wildlife.

Overnight: The Vic, Ascend Hotel or similar.

Day 9

Victoria – Vancouver

This morning travel back to the mainland by ferry, arriving in Vancouver, a truly lovely coastal city. Explore Gastown, the city’s oldest neighbourhood now designated a National Historic Site. Finally, stop at Stanley Park, with its famous collection of Totem Poles.

Overnight: Accent Inns Vancouver Airport or similar

Day 10

Vancouver – fly home

The tour comes to an end and you will fly home. Unless you want to extend your stay in Vancouver for a night or two, to see more of this vibrant city