Brochures: USA Canada and Central America 2023
Visits: Canada
Your ultimate Canadian Rockies trip comes to life before immersing yourself in the world of all things Western at the 105-year-old Calgary Stampede.
Day 1 | Voyage To Vancouver |
| 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 travellers for a Welcome Reception. |
| Visits: Vancouver |
| Meals: Welcome Reception |
| Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront |
Day 2 | Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture |
| This morning, delve into the historic neighbourhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Dive into Culture and taste local cider at a familly-owned ciderhouse, before continuing to Victoria. |
| Visits: Vancouver, Victoria |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific |
Day 3 | Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria |
| Start your day at Butchart Gardens, a must-see oasis, which has been growing in Victoria, BC for over 100 years. Enjoy breakfast at Butchart Gardens and learn how the spectacular floral display was once a giant disused quarry. This evening, join an optional whale watching experience or spend the remainder of your stay in Victoria at leisure. |
| Visits: Victoria |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Hotel Grand Pacific |
Day 4 | Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, and Whistler |
| 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. |
| Visits: Victoria, Chemainus, Squamish, Whistler |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa |
Day 5 | Explore Whistler Your Way Make Travel Matter |
| Today includes a Your Choice Sightseeing experience. Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre or visit the Audain Art Museum, a comprehensive Permanent Collection of the province’s most celebrated artists. Exemplifying the richness of cultural difference in Canada, the collection takes visitors on a transformative visual journey from the late 18th century to present. Later enjoy your time at leisure or join an Optional Experience and travel across BC’s rooftop on the world record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. |
| Visits: Whistler |
| Meals: Breakfast, Lunch |
| Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa |
Day 6 | Travel To Sun Peaks |
| We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy an evening at leisure and explore this beautiful city. |
| Visits: Whistler, Sun Peaks |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Sun Peaks Lodge |
Day 7 | Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks |
| 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. |
| Visits: Sun Peaks, Banff |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge |
Day 8 | Wander Beautiful Banff |
| 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. |
| Visits: Banff |
| Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
| Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge |
Day 9 | Kick Start The Calgary Stampede |
| Visit the ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth' – the Calgary Stampede. Spend the rest of your day with your travel companions and watch the Evening Show and fireworks. |
| Visits: Banff, Calgary |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: The Westin Calgary |
Day 10 | Watch The World's Largest Rodeo |
| An all-inclusive pass is your gateway to a day of effortless fun as you witness the world's largest rodeo first-hand and visit Stampede Park. End the day with a bang at the Grandstand Show. |
| Visits: Calgary Stampede |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: The Westin Calgary |
Day 11 | Embark On An Icy Adventure |
| Arrive on the shores of Lake Louise with a short lakeside talk. Get ready for a unique adventure at the Columbia Icefield where you board an Ice Explorer and drive on the massive Athabasca Glacier. Later this afternoon, arrive at the hotel in the heart of Jasper National Park. |
| Visits: Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre |
Day 12 | Take A Scenic Walk To Maligne Canyon |
| Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. |
| Visits: Jasper |
| Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
| Accommodation: Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre |
Day 13 | Uncover The History Of The Canadian Rockies |
| 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. |
| Visits: Jasper, Mount Robson, Kamloops |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Doubletree |
Day 14 | Venture Around Vancouver |
| Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and explore Stanley Park upon arrival in Vancouver. The afternoon is at leisure. |
| Visits: Kamloops, Vancouver |
| Meals: Breakfast |
| Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront |
Day 15 | Depart Vancouver |
| Bid farewell to your traveling companions and make your own way to Vancouver International Airport. |
| Visits: Vancouver |
| Meals: Breakfast |