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From Rockies to the Pacific – A True Western Canada Escorted Tour
From the cowboy culture of Calgary to the alpine beauty of Banff and the cosmopolitan energy of Vancouver, this escorted itinerary combines breathtaking natural wonders with authentic Canadian experiences. With expert guides, comfortable hotels, and plenty of included sightseeing, this Canada Escorted Tour is the perfect way to explore the wild beauty and cultural highlights of Western Canada.
Tour Highlights:
- Experience Calgary, home of the famous Stampede and Calgary Tower
- Explore Banff National Park with its emerald lakes and mountain vistas
- Travel through Yoho and Glacier National Parks on the scenic Trans-Canada Highway
- Visit Whistler, Canada’s famous alpine resort town
- Drive the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway to Vancouver
- Guided sightseeing tour of Vancouver, including Stanley Park and Gastown
Day 1 – Arrival in Calgary
Arrive at Calgary International Airport and make your way to your downtown hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure before meeting your tour director and fellow travellers.
Overnight in Calgary
Day 2 – Calgary to Banff National Park / Canmore
Explore Calgary’s landmarks, including the Calgary Tower and Fort Calgary, before heading into the Canadian Rockies. Marvel at Banff National Park, where snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, and the iconic Banff Springs Hotel await.
Overnight in Canmore | Canadian breakfast included
Day 3 – Banff National Park at Leisure
A free day to enjoy Banff at your own pace or join an optional excursion to the Columbia Icefield. Visit Lake Louise, drive the world-famous Icefields Parkway, and ride an Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier.
Overnight in Canmore | Continental breakfast included
Day 4 – Canmore to Kamloops
Journey along the Trans-Canada Highway through Yoho National Park, the Kicking Horse Pass, and Glacier National Park. Continue through the Monashee and Selkirk Mountains before arriving in Kamloops.
Overnight in Kamloops | Continental breakfast included
Day 5 – Kamloops to Whistler
Travel through British Columbia’s ranchlands to the mountain resort of Whistler. Optional floatplane sightseeing over Garibaldi Park is available for a bird’s-eye view of volcanoes, alpine lakes, and meadows.
Overnight in Whistler | Continental breakfast included
Day 6 – Whistler to Vancouver
Drive the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway with stunning fjords and glaciers on the way to Vancouver. Enjoy a city sightseeing tour, taking in Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, and English Bay.
Overnight in Vancouver | Continental breakfast included
Day 7 – Vancouver at Leisure
A full day to explore Vancouver or take an optional excursion to Victoria, including Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s finest floral displays.
Overnight in Vancouver | Canadian breakfast included
Day 8 – Departure from Vancouver
Your tour ends today with time for last-minute shopping before you transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport for your return flight.
Canadian breakfast included
What's Included
- 1 night Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown, Calgary
- 2 nights Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre or Pocaterra Resort and Spa, Canmore
- 1 night Prestige Kamloops or Quality Inn Kamloops, or Prestige Aberdeen, Kamloops
- 1 night The Listel Hotel Whistler or Aava Whistler, Whistler
- 2 nights Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre or Sandman Suites on Davie, Vancouver
- 7 breakfasts (Canadian and continental)
- Sightseeing tours in Calgary, Banff, and Vancouver
- Comfortable air-conditioned coach transport
- Experienced driver and Tour Director
- Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
- Flights from London Heathrow to Calgary, returning from Vancouver
- 1 piece of hand luggage and 1 hold bag per person
Optional Extras:
- Shared or private return resort transfers
- Add extra nights pre- or post-tour in Calgary or Vancouver
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