Day 1: Victoria, BC
Arrive in picturesque Victoria and enjoy a guided tour to see how this pretty city is a blend of old-world charm and new-world experiences. After settling into your hotel, get to know your travel companions at a welcome dinner this evening.
Stay:
Victoria, BC
Nights: 2
Day 2: Victoria, Butchart Gardens
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the renowned Butchart Gardens. Once a quarry, these remarkable gardens have been captivating visitors for over 100 years. The remainder of the day is free for you to enjoy exploring Victoria.
Day 3: Vancouver & Whistler, BC
This morning will be an early start, as we travel by ferry to vibrant Vancouver. A guided tour will highlight the beauty and diversity of the city’s parks and attractions with stops in Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park. This afternoon we’ll travel the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler, with a photo stop at Shannon Falls Provincial Park. Check into your suite at the beautiful Delta Whistler, and enjoy the evening exploring the village.
Stay: Whistler, BC
Nights: 2
Day 4: Free Day in Whistler
Today enjoy a full free day to explore on your own. There is lots to do Whistler so let our experienced tour director help you make the most of your free time. (If you like to plan ahead, some ideas are in the “Optional Additions” section.) After a day of exploring, enjoy dinner together, and sharing the highlights of your adventures.
Day 5: Kamloops, BC
After breakfast be prepared for stupendous scenery through the spectacular Coast Mountains to the arid Bench Lands of the Fraser River on Duffy Lake Road, on your way to Historic Hat Creek for a guided tour and time to explore. Arrive in friendly Kamloops and breathe in the fresh mountain as we stroll over to the casino for dinner.
Stay:
Kamloops, BC
Nights: 1
Day 6: Craigellachie, Banff, AB
Many of Canada’s most treasured natural wonders are yours to discover today as you journey to Banff. Discover tranquil lakes, raging rivers, sparkling glaciers, rocky canyons and astonishing mountain peaks as you make your way to Banff, in the heart of Canada’s Rocky Mountains. Travel past Craigellachie, the site of the Last Spike on the CP Railway. Drive through the Columbia Mountains into the heart of Glacier National Park including Roger’s Pass, known for its winter snow accumulation of approximately 10 metres per year! Watch for some of Canada’s most iconic wildlife: you’re sure to spot elk and mountain goats! After dinner, settle into your hotel located in the center of downtown Banff for the next two nights.
Stay: Banff, AB
Nights:
2
Day 7: Columbia Icefields, Lake Louise
This morning, travel to the Columbia Icefields, where you will have a choice of how you’d like to experience the largest icefield in the Rockies: The Columbia Icefields & Discovery Centre OR the new Columbia Icefields Skywalk. In the afternoon, the adventure continues to Lake Louise, where translucent green waters are framed by the famous mountain vista, and then it’s back to Banff for a free evening.
Day 8: Hoodoo River Float, Sulphur Mountain Gondola
After breakfast, travel down the Bow River between Tunnel Mountain and Mount Rundle on a raft! The Bow River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the valley is home to a large variety of wildlife. Your guided raft tour does not require paddling, this 7 km stretch provides the perfect opportunity and vantage point to take fantastic photos of the striking land formations called hoodoos. Next, take a ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain aboard the Banff Gondola where you'll enjoy lunch with a bird’s-eye-view of six mountain ranges. After lunch we'll be on our way to Calgary.
Stay:
Calgary, AB
Nights:
2
Day 9 - Heritage Park, Calgary Tower
We'll kick off today with a guided tour of Calgary followed by lunch in Gasoline Alley. Step back in time this afternoon as we enjoy a private behind-the-scenes tour of Heritage Park. This historial village has a lot to offer with more than 200 exhibits and attractions spread over 127 acres of lush parkland. Tonight, we'll enjoy a special farewell dinner while experiencing the amazing views and the innovative cuisine of Sky 360. Take in the best views of Calgary from 191 metres above the downtown core, while the venue revolves one full rotation over the course of dinner.
Day 10: Return Flight Home
After breakfast this morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Hopefully, as your plane climbs into the sky, you can get one last view of Canada’s Rockies as you head for home.
