Canadian Rockies Express
Duration: 8 days
Begins: Calgary
Ends: Vancouver
Trip Code: NCCV
From
£1,999 per person
or Call 01273 099433
Overview
Marvel at the natural wonders of the Canadian Rockies on this eight-day tour filled with postcard-perfect landscapes. See the pristine waters of Lake Louise and gaze in awe at the mountains in Banff and Whistler, where you might spot wildlife along the way. There's a stop for local wine tastings and a visit to a cultural centre, ensuring your time in western Canada checks all the boxes for a well-rounded experience.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style
Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level
Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating
3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type
Small Group
Small Group experience; Max 12, avg 11.
Age requirement
12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit, Whistler Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting, Kelowna Your Discover Moment: Whistler Your Hands-On Moment: Medicine Bag Making Activity, Whistler
- Lake Louise visit
- Free time in Banff, Whistler, and Vancouver
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
5 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Allow USD315-410 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Full Itinerary
Departure Dates
Day 1 : Calgary
Arrive any time.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
1h
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Acommodation
Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown
Acommodation
Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown
Day 2 : Calgary/Banff
Discover the beautiful town of Banff; opt to view wildlife, take a gondola ride, or hike up a mountain for spectacular views.
With free time upon arrival, Banff has tons to offer. There are plenty of optional activities for all interests and activity levels. It's also just as pleasant to wander the main streets, pop in and out of shops or walk along the river.
Private Vehicle
Calgary - Banff 1h30m - 2h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free time:
Banff Afternoon
Enjoy free time in this iconic Canadian town.
Banff National Park Visit
Banff
Magnificent Banff—Canada’s first and most famous National Park. Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, scenic drives, and a quaint mountain town. First, gaze in wonder, then immerse yourself in a park that has it all! Hike alongside picture-perfect mountains, glaciers, lakes, ice fields, canyons, and even hoodoos. Keep an eye out for wolves, grizzly bears, elk, and mountain lions. Banff’s blend of towering peaks and flower-strewn meadows make it a dream location to enjoy the great outdoors and mountain scenery.
Acommodation
High Country Inn Banff
Optional Activities - Day 2
Tunnel Mountain Hike
Tunnel Mountain 2h - 3h 5km
Hike up the well marked trail for a central view of the town of Banff and the surrounding mountains.
Cycling
Banff 1h - 3h 10km
Rent a bicycle to see a bit more of Banff. Be sure to be on the lookout for elk and deer on the trails.
Canoeing
Banff 2h - 3h
Rent a canoe and leisurely enjoy the scenery on Vermillion Lakes.
Hot Springs Soak
Banff
Take a dip in Banff's world famous hot spring mineral pools, which have brought weary travellers to this place since the 1800's. There's no better way to unwind after a long day of exploring than to simmer in these water's with an epic mountain view.
Banff Gondola Ride to Sulphur Mountain
Banff National Park of Canada 2h - 3h 2km
Take a gondola to the famous Sulphur Mountain and enjoy the spectacular view of the whole mountain range and the village below.
Sulphur Mountain Hike
Banff
Switchbacks on the slopes of Sulphur Mountain provide a steady uphill hike to a summit renowned for its expansive mountain views. At the top, enjoy the 0.5 km boardwalk along the ridge ending at Sanson Peak. Here, you will find the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station National Historic Site and the 1903 weather observatory. From the boardwalk, return on the same trail to the parking lot. Alternatively, you can take an old fire road known as the Sulphur Mountain Westside Trail (5.4 km) to Sundance Trail, ending at the Cave and Basin National Historic Site (2.6 km).
Acommodation
High Country Inn Banff
Day 3 : Lake Louise/Revelstoke
Continue to Lake Louise, view the emerald blue waters of this alpine lake, and opt to hike to one of the Tea Houses.
Lake Louise is that iconic Canadian Rockies locale. Don't miss the chance to snag the perfect photo.
Private Vehicle
Banff - Lake Louise 1h30m 90km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Lake Louise Visit
Lake Louise 0h30m - 1h 1km
Visit postcard perfect Lake Louise and take time to savour the emerald blue waters and breathtaking scenery of the Victoria Glacier.
Banff National Park Visit
Banff
Magnificent Banff—Canada’s first and most famous National Park. Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, scenic drives, and a quaint mountain town. First, gaze in wonder, then immerse yourself in a park that has it all! Hike alongside picture-perfect mountains, glaciers, lakes, ice fields, canyons, and even hoodoos. Keep an eye out for wolves, grizzly bears, elk, and mountain lions. Banff’s blend of towering peaks and flower-strewn meadows make it a dream location to enjoy the great outdoors and mountain scenery.
Private Vehicle
Lake Louise - Revelstoke 1h - 2h 85km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Sutton Place Hotel Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Optional Activities - Day 3
Lake Agnes Tea House Hike
Lake Louise 2h30m - 5h 7km
Originally built in 1901 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, the Lake Agnes Tea House has been serving fine loose-leaf teas to visitors for over one hundred years. Hike along a forested trail as you make your way past Mirror Lake and cascading waterfalls, to the shores of Lake Agnes. This lovely log building serves up a great cup (over 100 loose-leaf teas!) as well as finger food. The hike to the Tea House is free, but it costs between 5-10 CAD if visitors wish to buy loose-leaf tea while there.
Acommodation
Sutton Place Hotel Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Day 4 : Revelstoke/Kelowna
Travel to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley, stopping for a BBQ lunch at Kaloya Regional Park, then a tasting at a local winery en route. Kelowna has become a foodie haven in recent years – opt to visit one of the many craft breweries in the city this evening.
Private Vehicle
Revelstoke - Kelowna 5h - 6h 350km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
BBQ Lunch
Lake Country
Enjoy a BBQ lunch prepared by your CEO at Kaloya RP, a beautiful lake-side park and swim spot.
Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting
Kelowna
Visit a local winery in the Okanagan Valley, near Kelowna. Learn about the local grape varieties, wine making process, tour the vineyard, and have a sample (or two).
Acommodation
Prestige Kelowna
Acommodation
Prestige Kelowna
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 5 : Kelowna/Whistler
Drive through the beautiful coastal mountains to the village of Whistler, one of the locations of the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Private Vehicle
Kelowna - Whistler 6h30m - 7h30m 500km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Aava Whistler Hotel
Acommodation
Aava Whistler Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : Whistler
Enjoy a free day to explore Whistler. Opt to ride a gondola to the top of the mountain, hike, or zipline.
Free time:
Whistler Full day
Enjoy this stunning mountain town.
Acommodation
Aava Whistler Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 6
Whistler Hike
Whistler
Hike on your own along one of the many beautiful trails in the Whistler area. The scenery here is stunning. You can also opt for the Train Wreck Trail or take the peak to peak gondola to hike one of the many alpine trails accessible from the summit. Your CEO will NOT be guiding you on this hike. You can opt to do it solo or with your group. Ask your CEO to point you in the right direction.
Rafting
Whistler 4h - 5h
Get your adrenaline fix on on this exhilarating white water rafting trip. Enjoy the amazing scenery along the way, and keep your eyes peeled for bears.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola Ride
Whistler 1h30m - 3h
Soak up the scenery with 360-degree views of mountains, lakes, and glaciers. Hop out at the top and take a short hike or grab a coffee and snack at the mountaintop restaurant. Catch a glass bottom gondola to get an even better view.
Ziplining and Treetop Adventures
Whistler 1h - 4h
Spend the day in the sky, floating through Whistler's rainforest on one of Canada's longest ziplines.
Acommodation
Aava Whistler Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 7 : Whistler/Vancouver
Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and go on an interpretive guided tour of the museum, before participating in a medicine bag making activity. Travel to Vancouver, and spend the afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going city.
Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit
Whistler
In the picturesque setting of Canada’s Coast Mountains, the First Nations people have come together to establish the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. This facility showcases unique customs, art, and music and provides opportunities for local youth to train in the tourism industry. As a non-profit organization, the centre relies on visitors to help fund their ongoing programs, meaning everyone who comes here helps make this important work possible.
Medicine Bag Making Activity
Whistler
Join an Indigenous tour guide at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre on an interpretive walk through the surrounding forest. Learn how the Indigenous ancestors lived while learning about plant species used for food and medicine. After, participate in a medicine bag making activity, using traditional materials like buckskin, beads and hide.
Private Vehicle
Whistler - Vancouver 2h - 3h 120km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
Acommodation
Century Plaza Hotel & Spa
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 8 : Vancouver
Depart at any time.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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