Vancouver Trip Overview
An excellent choice for those who want to join a Canadian Rockies tour from Vancouver, and finish in Calgary! The many beautiful stops will include Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise – all the “can’t miss” highlights of the Canadian Rockies. A very attractive feature of the tour is that our hotels are located in the heart of each town. This way, there’s no time wasted on a long commute to the main attractions, and instead we have more time to enjoy Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise at our leisure. Because this is a one-way trip from Vancouver to Calgary, guests can also choose to extend their stay in Banff or Lake Louise by a few days.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Vancouver, Canada
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
An excellent choice for those who want to join a Canadian Rockies tour from Vancouver, and finish in Calgary! The many beautiful stops will include Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise – all the “can’t miss” highlights of the Canadian Rockies. A very attractive feature of the tour is that our hotels are located in the heart of each town. This way, there’s no time wasted on a long commute to the main attractions, and instead we have more time to enjoy Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise at our leisure. Because this is a one-way trip from Vancouver to Calgary, guests can also choose to extend their stay in Banff or Lake Louise by a few days.
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver To Jasper
Stop At: Jasper Information Centre, 500 Connaught Drive, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Alberta T0E 1E0 Canada
Depart from Vancouver and drive through the farming communities of the Fraser Valley. Ascend into the Coastal Mountains and follow the Coquihalla Highway to Kamloops, in the arid interior of British Columbia. After lunch, retrace the route of the famous Overlanders along the North Thompson River. Photo opportunity at the base of Mount Robson before reaching your hotel in Jasper.
Duration: 11 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Jasper
Day 2: Jasper National Park
Stop At: Icefields Parkway, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Your day starts with a scenic hike through Maligne Canyon before heading South. Then, travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway to take in some of nature’s most spectacular mountain scenery. Have your camera ready for possible wildlife sightings! Highlights include Athabasca Falls, Peyto Lake, and the Columbia Icefield. Ride the “Ice Explorer”* on Athabasca Glacier or visit the Glacier Skywalk*. Check in your hotel in Banff and enjoy a free evening.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Banff
Day 3: Banff National Park, Lake Louise
Stop At: Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Banff National Park and Lake Louise. Start your morning by taking a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain* or soaking in the natural spa at the Upper Hot Springs*. In the afternoon, visit the world-famous Banff Springs Hotel and Bow Falls. After free time in Banff, enjoy a leisurely hike in Johnston Canyon. Stroll along the shores of picturesque Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Overnight in Lake Louise
Duration: 9 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Banff
Day 4: Banff to Calgary
Stop At: Calgary Tower, 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1J9 Canada
Transfer to Calgary. Drop-off options include downtown Calgary or Calgary airport (yyc). Admission to Calgary Tower not included.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
