Itinerary
- Day 1
Vancouver to Whistler
You'll head out from downtown Vancouver at 9:00 am and drive the Sea-to-Sky Highway, which is one of those routes that really shows off the landscape. There are stops at Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls along the way, so you'll get out and stretch your legs a bit. By mid-afternoon you'll roll into Whistler Village for a walking tour of the area, then check into your hotel in the heart of the village. The rest of the day is yours to wander around the village itself or relax at the hotel. If you're up for it, there's an optional evening visit to Vallea Lumina, which is a light and sound experience through the forest (75°F/24°C).
- Start point
- Canadian Trail, Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1T1, Canada (Canada Place, 08:45 - 09:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Stop at Shannon Falls
- Travel the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway
- Stop at Brandywine Falls
- Walking tour of Whistler Village
Optional Activities
- Zip-trekking
- E-biking
- PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola ride
- Vallea Lumina - multi-media night walk (additional cost)
Landmarks Shannon Falls Brandywine Falls Whistler Village 
- Day 2
Whistler to Clearwater
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll head to the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre where a cultural ambassador welcomes you with a drum song and walks you through the history and traditions of the Squamish and Lil'wat First Nations. Later in the morning you'll depart Whistler and drive toward Clearwater, passing through Pemberton and Lillooet. Around lunch time there's a stop at a scenic viewpoint for a picnic. You'll arrive in Clearwater in the late afternoon to check into your hotel, then the evening is free for dinner on your own (68°F/20°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Picnic lunch at scenic viewpoint in Lillooet)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Gateway to the Falls)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre with cultural ambassador welcome and drum song
- Drive through Pemberton and Lillooet
- Picnic lunch at scenic viewpoint in Lillooet
Landmarks Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre 
- Day 3
Clearwater to Jasper
You'll have breakfast at the hotel before heading into Wells Gray Provincial Park to see several waterfalls, including Helmcken Falls and either Spahats or Dawson Falls depending on what you choose. The drive continues toward Mount Robson, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and you'll stop for a look at it. By late afternoon you'll arrive in Jasper and check into your centrally located hotel. This evening you can explore the town for dinner and other activities, or there's an optional visit to the Jasper Planetarium if the weather cooperates (62°F/17°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Marmot Lodge)
Included Activities
- Explore Wells Gray Provincial Park
- Visit Helmcken Falls
- Visit Spahats or Dawson Falls
- Stop at Mount Robson
Optional Activities
- Jasper Planetarium visit (evening)
Landmarks Wells Gray Provincial Park Helmcken Falls Mount Robson Jasper Planetarium 
- Day 4
Jasper
After eating breakfast at your hotel, you'll spend the morning at Maligne Canyon walking on scenic bridges and trails while looking at ancient fossils and waterfalls. Next comes Maligne Lake, which is known for its striking blue water, the peaks surrounding it, and three glaciers you can see from the shore. There's an optional boat tour out to Spirit Island if you want to add that on. The afternoon is yours to relax back in Jasper or sign up for any other optional activities in the area (64°F/18°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Marmot Lodge)
Included Activities
- Explore Maligne Canyon - walk scenic bridges and trails
- View ancient fossils in Maligne Canyon rocks
- Visit Maligne Lake
Optional Activities
- Boat cruise to Spirit Island (additional cost)
Landmarks Maligne Canyon Maligne Lake Spirit Island - Day 5
Jasper to Banff
Breakfast at your hotel, then you'll head to the Columbia Icefields to take the Ice Explorer tour where you'll actually walk on the glacier itself. From there it's a drive along the Icefields Parkway with stops at Bow Lake and Peyto Lake for photos and short walks. You'll arrive in Banff by late afternoon and check into your hotel, with the evening to settle in (60°F/15°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Canalta Lodge)
Included Activities
- Travel to Columbia Icefields
- Ice Explorer Glacier Tour
- Travel Icefields Parkway
- Stop at Bow Lake
- Stop at Peyto Lake
Landmarks Columbia Icefields Bow Lake Peyto Lake 
- Day 6
Banff
Start with breakfast, then ride the Banff Gondola up the mountain for views across the Rockies and the valley below. During the tour of Banff townsite you'll see Bow Falls and pass by the famous Banff Springs Hotel. The afternoon is open for whatever interests you like shopping on Banff Avenue, hiking, trying out e-bikes or horseback riding, canoeing, soaking in the hot springs, or even a helicopter tour if you want something different. The evening is yours to relax around town (66°F/19°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Canalta Lodge)
Included Activities
- Banff Gondola with views of the Rockies
- Tour of Banff townsite
- Visit Bow Falls
- Visit Banff Springs Hotel
Optional Activities
- E-biking
- Horseback riding
- Canoeing (Bow River float)
- Hiking
- Hot springs
- Helicopter tour
Landmarks Banff Gondola Bow Falls Banff Springs Hotel - Day 7
Banff to Kelowna
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll spend time at Lake Louise and then head over to Moraine Lake to see the turquoise water and surrounding scenery. The route takes you through Roger's Pass as you continue toward Kelowna. You'll arrive in downtown Kelowna in the late afternoon to check into your centrally located hotel, then explore the town with plenty of restaurant options to choose from for dinner (72°F/22°C).
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Royal Anne Hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Lake Louise
- Visit Moraine Lake
- Travel through Roger's Pass
Landmarks Lake Louise Moraine Lake Roger's Pass 
- Day 8
Kelowna to Vancouver
Have breakfast at your hotel, then spend the day checking out the Okanagan Valley. You'll stop at a farmer's market to browse local produce and goods, then visit a winery to see how they operate and sample some wine. The drive back to Vancouver takes a few hours, and you'll arrive around 7:30 pm (75°F/24°C).
- End point
- Canadian Trail, Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1T1, Canada (Canada Place, 19:30 - 20:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in the hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Okanagan Valley
- Stop at farmer's market
- Winery tour and tasting
Landmarks Okanagan Valley
