Days 1-2
Vancouver
Start your exciting adventure with two-nights exploring Vancouver at your own pace. Why not take a stroll through Stanley Park, check out the vibrant art, theatre and music scenes, or dine your way through many fabulous restaurants and bars. We've recommended staying at the Georgian Court Hotel, situated across the street of meeting up for your tour, or upgrade to the Fairmont Waterfront nearby. Alternatively, all downtown hotels are around a 10 minute taxi ride away.
Overnight: Georgian Court or similar. Upgrade to the Fairmont Waterfront.
Day 3
Vancouver – Whistler
Meet your fellow travellers at 8.45am, ready for your first journey at 9am to beautiful Whistler. You’ll stop by Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls on the way, as well as travelling the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway.
Once in Whistler, you’ll enjoy a quick walking tour, with time for optional activities including zip-trekking or the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. The afternoon is free for you to explore at leisure, with an evening option to participate in Vallea Lumina, a multi-media night walk.
Overnight: Delta Suites or similar, includes breakfast
Day 4
Whistler – Sun Peaks
You’ll depart Whistler in the morning, driving through Pemberton and Lilooet and stopping at a gorgeous winery for wine tasting and lunch. Afterwards, you’ll arrive at Sun Peaks and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll take the sightseeing chairlift up to the peaks, boasting amazing views and picturesque hikes through alpine wildflowers.
The rest of the day if free for you to explore. Why not relax in the hotel’s outdoor pool and hot tub? In the evening, the pedestrian village has a variety of restaurants and bars to try.
Overnight: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel or similar, includes breakfast and lunch at winery
Day 5
Sun Peaks – Jasper
The day begins with a visit to Spahats Falls in Clearwater, before moving on to Mount Robson – the highest peak of the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival in Jasper, you’ll check in to your hotel and spend some time exploring the town at your own pace.
Overnight: Forest Park Hotel or similar, includes breakfast
Day 6
Jasper – Icefields Parkway – Banff
It’s an adventurous day today, starting with a walk along a trail to experience Maligne Canyon’s incredible structure, including underground stream outlets, waterfalls, lush plant life, and perhaps even the nests of rare black swifts.
Next up is the Columbia Icefields, where you’ll embark on the world-renowned Glacier Adventure, which involves walking on a glacier. Next, you’ll discover the scenic Icefields Parkway, before finishing your day with a group dinner in Banff.
Overnight: Mount Royal Hotel or similar, includes breakfast and group dinner
Day 7
Banff
Begin your day with a trip on the Sulphur Mountain Gondola to enjoy unbeatable views of the Rockies. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a quick tour of Banff townsite including HooDoos and Bow Falls, before enjoying some free time to shop and sightsee. There are also some optional activites to choose from, including white-water rafting, canoeing and caving.
Overnight: Mount Royal Hotel or similar, includes breakfast
Day 8
Banff – Lake Louise – Kelowna
Today you will explore the sensational Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, before travelling through Roger’s Pass on your way to downtown Kelowna. The evening is free for you to enjoy at leisure.
Overnight: Royal Anne Hotel or similar, includes breakfast
Day 9
Kelowna – Okanagan Valley – Vancouver
After breakfast, you’ll head to Okanagan Valley to explore the farmer’s market and cidery. You’ll arrive back in Vancouver at approximately 7.30pm and check into your hotel for a final night.
Overnight: Georgian Court or similar
Day 10
Vancouver - Fly home
