Spectacular Canadian Rockies

Day 1

Arrive Vancouver

The soaring peaks of Canada's soul-stirring Rockies take centre stage on this epic alpine adventure that begins in Vancouver, one of the world's most livable cities. Spend the day discovering the city's scenic surrounds, then join your Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a Welcome Reception this evening.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Pinnacle Harbourfront

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Welcome Reception

Day 2

Vancouver – Strait of Georgia – Victoria (2 Nights)

Embark on a morning sightseeing tour of Vancouver's historic neighbourhoods. Savour the smells of freshly steamed Siopao in Chinatown and admire the Victorian façades of Gastown as you make your way to the leafy sanctuary of Stanley Park to view First Nations totem poles. We continue by ferry to Vancouver island and Connect with Locals during a Be My Guest lunch visit to a family-owned working farm, where we'll enjoy fresh farm-to-table flavours. Later, we enjoy some sightseeing in Victoria.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Chateau Victoria

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest

Day 3

Victoria Sightseeing

Embrace the Garden City status of Victoria as you greet the day with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colourfully transformed a once unused quarry. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia.

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Day 4

Victoria – Kamloops

The soul-stirring sounds of the Shuswap melodies welcome us, as we gain insights into First Nation traditions and culture. Indulge in dinner followed by s'mores roasted on an open fire with a Local Specialist.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - South Thompson Inn

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5

Kamloops – Mount Robson – Jasper National Park (2 Nights)

Visit the British Columbia Wildlife Park, where you get a chance to view wildlife. Then, journey into majestic Rocky Mountain territory today, stopping for a jaw-dropping view of UNESCO-listed Mount Robson, the giant among giants and highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Continue to the raw wilderness of Jasper where we'll spend the next two nights.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Chateau Jasper

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 6

Jasper National Park Sightseeing

Join an interpretive walk at Maligne Canyon this morning. Later, take to the aqua waters and cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island. Tonight, indulge in a Regional Dinner.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner

Day 7

Jasper – Athabasca Glacier – Lake Louise – Banff National Park (2 Nights)

The icy fingers of the Columbia Icefield beckon and we journey along the Icefields Parkway to Athabasca Glacier. Cross its icy terrain on board a specially designed Ice Explorer, then travel to Banff National Park in the heart of the Rockies, Admire the reflection of the Victoria Glacier in the calm, clear waters of Lake Louise before you settle in for an evening at leisure.

Trip Summary Accomodation Icon Hotel - Banff Park Lodge

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 8

Banff Sightseeing

Join a Local Specialist and learn about his experiences as a retired Mountie and the history of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Spend the afternoon exploring the rugged beauty of Banff, from its postcard viewpoint of Surprise Corner to Bow Falls. Tonight, we join our newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner to toast the end of our unforgettable encounter with Canada's Rockies.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 9

Banff – Depart Calgary

Descend from the glorious Canadian Rockies and transfer to Calgary International Airport or to the Westin Calgary if you are extending your stay.

Trip Summary Meals Icon Included Meals - Breakfast