Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
$5275
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Iconic Rockies and Western Canada, where breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities await. Begin your adventure in Vancouver, exploring its historic neighborhoods before venturing to Vancouver Island for a taste of local cider. Discover the stunning Butchart Gardens in Victoria and marvel at the murals of Chemainus. Ascend the Sea-to-Sky Gondola for panoramic views, and delve into the rich culture of the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Traverse the majestic Rocky Mountain National Parks, including Banff and Jasper, and experience the thrill of crossing the Athabasca Glacier. Cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island and admire the towering Mount Robson. With expert guides, luxury accommodations, and immersive cultural experiences, this tour promises an enriching exploration of Canada's natural and cultural wonders. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Voyage To Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals Included: Dinner
Tackle the ‘Great Outdoors’ on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
Day 2: Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture
Location: Chinatown, Vancouver, Gastown, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Victoria
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, delve into the historic neighborhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.
Day 3: Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria
Location: Butchart Gardens, Victoria
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria Whale Watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Day 4: Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, and Whistler
Location: Chemainus, Squamish, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Whistler
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
See the vivid murals of Chemainus. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.
Day 5: Explore Whistler Make Travel Matter
Location: Whistler, Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the center, enjoy your time at leisure.
Day 6: Travel To Sun Peaks
Location: Sun Peaks
Accommodation: Sun Peaks Lodge
Accommodation Name: Sun Peaks Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks
Location: Glacier National Park, Yoho National Park, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Day 8: Wander Beautiful Banff
Location: Banff National Park
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your morning is at leisure, perhaps do an optional gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning, you will have your orientation tour of Banff National Park. This evening, Dive into Culture and meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Day 9: Cross The Athabasca Glacier
Location: Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Icefields Parkway, Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Day 10: Walk Through the Wilderness in Jasper Connect with Locals
Location: Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a one of a kind Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn how to make curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients, enjoy a designer cocktail and listen to stories and drumming over dinner.
Day 11: Marvel At Mount Robson
Location: Mount Robson, Kamloops
Accommodation Name: South Thompson Inn & Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Admire Mount Robson – the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. End the day in the Tournament Capital of Canada, Kamloops. Though the city is known for hosting competitions, we will take it easy and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 12: Through the Coast Mountains and Fraser Valley
Location: Kamloops, Vancouver
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive from Kamloops, past dramatic moutainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'.
Day 13: Farewell From Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Hotel Tips and Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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Sightseeing
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Transport and Transfers
All transport and transfers shown are included.
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Luxury Coach
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences
Optional Experiences and free time are included.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and travel documents are not included.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 12 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Vancouver Island: Taste local cider at a familly-owned ciderhouse before continuing to Victoria.
- Banff National Park of Canada: Meet a retired Canadian Mountie and hear exciting and colorful stories of their rich history and traditions.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, and enjoy all transport and transfers as shown, including scenic ferry rides and rail journeys, ensuring a seamless and comfortable travel experience.
Accommodation
Stay in cherry-picked hotels, including the Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Grand Pacific, Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa, Sun Peaks Lodge, Banff Park Lodge, and Forest Park Hotel, ensuring comfort and quality throughout your journey.
Dive into Culture
- Vancouver Island: Taste local cider at a familly-owned ciderhouse before continuing to Victoria.
- Banff National Park of Canada: Meet a retired Canadian Mountie and hear exciting and colorful stories of their rich history and traditions.
Iconic Experience
- Vancouver: Vancouver's historic neighborhoods spring to life on a tour with your Travel Director. Savor the smells of freshly steamed Siopao in Chinatown and admire the Victorian facades, cobblestone streets and charming lighting of Gastown as you make your way to the leafy sanctuary of Stanley Park.
- Victoria: Victoria. A waterfront city of historic sites known for its gardens and British influence. View the Parliament Buildings erected in 1897 with beautiful gardens. Then explore on your own, strolling along the Inner Harbor where you will have the chance to watch street buskers perform or venturing to Victoria's unique shopping areas in Market Square.
- Victoria: Buchart Gardens’ lush and expansive garden is a must-see oasis which has been growing in Victoria, BC for over 100 years. With over a million visitors per year, you will love this morning's visit to the gardens before opening hours. Starting with a breakfast on the grounds, you will get to explore the 55-acre garden rich with ever-changing colors and blooms before the crowds arrive.
- Chemainus: Enjoy looking upon the Murals of Chemainus that started in 1981 and is now the world's leading community driven art experience.
- Squamish: Enjoy a drive along the 300 kilometers long Sea to Sky Highway and bask in the variety of landscapes on offer.
- Squamish: Enjoy a ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola and bask in the stunning views of the coastal mountains and panoramic views.
- Sun Peaks: Spend some time seeing Seton Lake and the beautiful snow capped mountains surrounding it.
- Sun Peaks: Take a drive through the Glacier National Park of Canada and enjoy the landscape of mountains along the way.
- Sun Peaks: Drive through Yoho National Park and marvel over the spectacular landscape of massive ice fields and mountain peaks.
- Sun Peaks: Enjoy a visit to Golden Skybridge and take in the views of the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges as well as the tumbling waterfall.
- Banff: Uncover how Banff is in a league of its own. Stroll through the downtown lined with historic buildings as majestic mountains stand tall in the distance. This is your chance to visit the iconic sites and the local spots on a guided tour around town. Stop at Bow Falls for great sightseeing opportunities of the river and the falls. At Surprise Corner, named for its spectacular, surprising views from Buffalo Street, capture a photo of another unique vantage point.
- Lake Louise: Get ready for a showstopper. Walk down a forest path before coming up upon the unreal turquoise color of Lake Louise popping through the trees for the first time. After this stunning first-time glance, admire the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier with its scenic mountain backdrop. Be amazed by the glacier-fed waters fringed by high peaks, deep forests and overlooked by Victoria Glacier and palatial hotel.
- Columbia Icefield: Gear up for a Columbia Icefield Adventure. Board a massive, specially designed ‘Ice Explorer’ to view one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world, the Athabasca Glacier. Stop at the best spot to walk on, feel and drink from the Glacier. What better way to appreciate this natural wonder? You’ll even enhance your visit learning about the Columbia Icefield, how the glacier has changed and the thrill of driving up the moraine deposits to reach the glacier.
- Icefields Parkway: Unlock the Canadian Rockies' pristine wilderness on one of the most scenic drives in North America – the Icefield Parkway. This stretch of double-lane highway from Jasper to Lake Louise winds along the Continental Divide through rocky mountain peaks, rock spires, waterfalls, icefields, valleys and more than 100 ancient glaciers. Snap a pic at a viewpoint to capture the beauty.
- Jasper: Maligne Canyon promises natural wonders from mosses and lichens on the canyon walls to ice caves, fossils and frozen waterfalls. On this guided walk, admire this incredible natural landmark as you cross bridges built across various points of the canyon. As the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park, you pass incredible sights including a spectacular waterfall that makes for a great photo opp.
- Maligne Lake: See how Maligne Lake is in a league of its own on a scenic cruise. Discover world-famous Spirit Island and get great photo opportunities with beautiful views of the mountains, its three glaciers and Spirit Island - significant to the Indigenous Stoney Nation. Learn about the geology, wildlife and history of this spectacular alpine destination and how, because visitors cannot walk on the island, it remains an enclave of evergreens. And since you can only see Spirit Island from a cruise, you’ll love being one of the few who get to see it.
- Mount Robson: Mount Robson, one of the world's crown jewels awaits. Admire one of the finest views in the Rocky Mountains of this UNESCO-listed icon which is also the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 12,972 feet. Not only will you bask in a view of Mount Robson but learn from your Travel Director why it's the most prominent mount in North America's Rocky Mountain Range.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a visit to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre where you can learn about the First Nations' traditional way of life. Additionally, you will meet a retired Canadian Mountie in Banff National Park and hear stories about their history and traditions.
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Are there any special dining experiences during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a breakfast at Butchart Gardens before it opens to the public, allowing you to enjoy the gardens in a more intimate setting. There is also a 'Be My Guest' experience in Jasper where you can enjoy a designer cocktail and dinner while listening to stories and drumming on traditional First Nations land. ...more ...less
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries. All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. Accommodation is provided at various locations including the Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Grand Pacific in Victoria, Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa, Sun Peaks Lodge, Banff Park Lodge, and Forest Park Hotel in Jasper. ...more ...less
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Is there any leisure time included in the itinerary?
Yes, there is leisure time included in the itinerary. For example, on Day 5 in Whistler, you have time at leisure after lunch at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Additionally, on Day 8 in Banff, the morning is at leisure for you to explore on your own or take an optional gondola ride. ...more ...less
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily, up to half of your evening meals, and one lunch. In total, there are 12 breakfasts, 4 dinners, and 1 lunch included.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
13 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada
Visiting: Vancouver, Chinatown, Vancouver, Gastown, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Chemainus, Squamish, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Whistler, Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center, Sun Peaks, Glacier National Park, Yoho National Park, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Icefields Parkway, Jasper, Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Mount Robson, Kamloops ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DIRWZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided