✓ Incredible sightseeing including the Canadian Rockies’ snow-capped peaks and shimmering lakes, the outdoor paradise of Whistler, and the buzzing cities of Victoria, Vancouver and Calgary
✓ Enjoy the flexibility of independent travel with all arrangements made for you
✓ 13 nights in central, 3 and 4-star accommodation
✓ Breakfast daily
✓ 14 days medium-size car rental, including unlimited kilometres
✓ Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk at Columbia Icefield
✓ Maligne Lake panoramic cruise in Jasper
✓ Ride the Peak-2-Peak gondola in Whistler
✓ Enjoy a whale-watching cruise in the sheltered waters around Vancouver Island
✓ Traverse the Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
14 Day Canadian Rockies Deluxe Road Trip
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✓ Incredible sightseeing including the Canadian Rockies’ snow-capped peaks and shimmering lakes, the outdoor paradise of Whistler, and the buzzing cities of Victoria, Vancouver and Calgary
✓ Enjoy the flexibility of independent travel with all arrangements made for you
✓ 13 nights in central, 3 and 4-star accommodation
✓ Breakfast daily
✓ 14 days medium-size car rental, including unlimited kilometres
✓ Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk at Columbia Icefield
✓ Maligne Lake panoramic cruise in Jasper
✓ Ride the Peak-2-Peak gondola in Whistler
✓ Enjoy a whale-watching cruise in the sheltered waters around Vancouver Island
✓ Traverse the Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
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Welcome to Calgary! Upon arrival, please make your way to the rental car depot to collect your vehicle.
From here, make your way to your starting hotel and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Today you commence your journey west and into the Rocky Mountains. Experience the majesty of these mountains as you first travel through the foothills and then enter Banff National Park where the craggy peaks loom larger the closer you get.
Your hotel is situated in the heart of Banff, located amongst many restaurants and shops for your browsing. Feel free to explore the town and surrounding areas at your leisure.
Driving distance: 126 km / 2 hours
Spend today exploring Banff National Park to your heart’s content.
Included in your package is a ride on the famous Banff Gondola, to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, located a short drive from your hotel. Be sure to continue the easy walk to the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station National Historic Site for more panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains.
Some other options which you may wish to undertake today may include
- Visit Bow Falls
- Walk Tunnel Mountain
- Stroll The Hoodoos
- Explore Johnston Canyon
- Take a cruise on Lake Minnewanka
- Horseback riding with a cowboy cookout
Today is at your leisure to relax and explore.
We recommend a visit to Yoho National Park via Lake Louise. Yoho National Park is located along the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains west of the Banff National Park. Yoho in Cree Nation language means “Awe” and the park serves it up – deep blue rivers, roaring waterfalls, and endless forests.
En route to Yoho National Park, we recommend a stop at the iconic Lake Louise, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A great way to experience the beauty of Lake Louise is by canoe – you can rent these at the boathouse. Alternatively, enjoy a stroll around the lake on the designated walking trail.
From Lake Louise, proceed to Yoho National Park. Spend the day discovering the Lower Spiral Tunnel Viewpoint, the Natural Bridge, Emerald Lake, Yoho Valley Road, the impressive Takakkaw Falls, and a visit to the town of Field.
Tip: start early to avoid the crowds and parking challenges at Lake Louise, especially in summer months.
Say goodbye to Banff as you drive north to Jasper at the top of the Icefield Park. If you didn’t visit Lake Louise yesterday, today is your chance to do so.
Your drive will take you north along Icefields Parkway (Highway 93). A wide stretch of breathtaking country awaits. Renowned for the Columbia Icefield, the parkway winds through forested river valleys cradled by walls of dazzling peaks. Be sure to keep an eye out for the bounty of potential animal sightings.
Admission to the Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk Experience are included today in your package.
Interesting viewing spots along the highway include Bow Lake with majestic views of the Crowfoot Glacier, Saskatchewan River Crossing, Sunwapta River, and Athabasca Falls.
Driving distance: 290 km / 3.5 hours
Your inclusion today is a leisurely cruise on Maligne Lake (approximately 50min drive) to Spirit Island.
On your drive to/from Maligne Lake, perhaps consider stopping to visit the historic Jasper Park Lodge, Edith and Annette Lakes.
Some other options to view in and around Jasper are a drive to Pyramid and Patricia Lakes for some stunning views. Take a ride up onto Whistlers Mountain on the Jasper SkyTram and have a great chance of sharing excellent views with bighorn sheep at the top of the stairs at Old Fort Point.
If you still have time on hand, drive east to visit Miette Hot Springs for the hottest soak in the Rockies.
Leaving Jasper National Park to venture into British Columbia, your drive will include stops along the 'Yellowhead Hwy'. Originally explored by trappers and traders, you will drive past the sprawling grandeur of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.
There are many scenic stops you can make on the route including the beautiful Helmcken Falls and the Spahat Falls in the Wells Gray Provincial Park. There are also interesting wildlife safaris offered at Blue River, BC, two-and-a-half hours out of Jasper on the drive to Kelowna.
If you plan to visit Helmcken Fall or go on the wildlife safaris at Blue River, make sure to set aside at least 10 hours on this leg of the tour.
Driving distance: 693 km / 7 hours
elowna is famous for some of the best wines in Canada. Perhaps, take an optional tour of one of the more famous wineries in Kelowna before commencing your drive to Whistler.
Departing Kelowna, you will cross Okanagan Lake and drive west. Passing through Hope, you will turn on to Hwy 99, the Sea to Sky Highway, one of the country’s most popular routes, flanked by the mountains and the Howe Sound. The highway passes several scenic viewing spots, the best of which is Shannon Falls. Tumbling over a series of cliffs to fall 335 metres to the ground, this is the third-highest waterfall in British Columbia. It is located just off the highway, and easily accessible with a short walk to the multiple viewpoints around the falls. Spend some time here to capture memorable photographs of nature’s power and beauty.
Upon arriving into Whistler, spend the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Ride the prime attraction of Whistler, the world-famous Peak-2-Peak Gondola. The Peak-to-Peak Gondola is a 11 minute, 4.4 kilometres (2.7 miles) long cable car ride that spans the Whistler and Blackcomb Peaks. Be ready to spend an average of two hours to best enjoy this experience.
Whistler also offers several soft adventure tours including a Helicopter Tour of the Mountain ranges around the Whistler Village with a Glacier Landing, Mountain Biking, Ziplining, RZR/ATV Rainforest Tours, River Rafting and more. The colder months promise lots of winter fun including skiing, tobogganing, snowtubing, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, dogsledding and more.
This morning, check out of your hotel and depart for Victoria. This drive will include a ferry crossing from Horseshoe Bay in North Vancouver to Nanaimo. Upon arrival at Departure Bay in Nanaimo, take Highway 1 south to Victoria. The drive from Nanaimo to Victoria will take you through the scenic Cowichan Valley and small towns such as Ladysmith and Duncan.
Adorned with flowers and colonial architecture, Victoria is a wanderer's paradise. Admire the beauty of the ocean and reflect on the area's rich colonial history. Walk along the Inner Harbour, take a picture of the imposing Parliament Building; visit the Royal BC Museum or the world famous Butchart Gardens. Indulge in the age-old English tradition of high tea at the famous Fairmont Empress Hotel (reservations required).
Driving distance: 273 km / 6 hours
This morning you will go on a whale watching tour. Experience BC’s incredible marine wildlife – orcas, sea lions, humpbacks and more! Choose between a luxury covered vessel with heated indoor cabins, full washroom facilities, and an upper viewing deck optimal for wildlife viewing and taking in the city sights from all sides of the vessel… or, an adventurous, durable, and stable open air, 12-passenger zodiac vessel. Each of our whale watching tours is led by a marine naturalist whose passion and knowledge of Vancouver Island’s marine wildlife is unparalleled in the industry!
Spend the rest of your day at your leisure.
Today we depart for Vancouver, home to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Once again, today's drive includes a ferry crossing from Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island to Tsawwassen on the mainland, approximately a 47-minute drive south of Vancouver.
On arrival in Vancouver, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day free to explore Vancouver, a big city that still feels close to nature. With mountain and ocean views, Vancouver is actually quite compact and great to explore on foot. You can take the 3km loop around False Creek Olympic Village for great views of the city skyline.
Your day in Vancouver can be spent at your leisure.
At some point during your day, make your way to Vancouver’s most visited attraction – the Capilano Bridge. Included in your package is admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Treetops Adventure and Cliffwalk.
This morning, check out of your hotel and drive to Vancouver International Airport where you will return your rental car.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this extraordinary adventure.
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