Itinerary
- Day 1
Vancouver
You'll arrive in Vancouver and check into the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for two nights. After settling in, there's a welcome dinner to kick off your trip. The city sits between the mountains and ocean, giving you a real sense of the geography right from the start.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner
Landmarks/POIs Stanley Park - Day 2
Vancouver
This morning you'll head to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and walk across the bridge high above the forest. Later, a city tour takes you through Vancouver's neighborhoods and landmarks, hitting the main cultural spots. You'll get a feel for what the city is all about from a local perspective.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Park visit (exclusive for Scenic guests)
- City sightseeing tour
Landmarks/POIs Capilano Suspension Bridge Park - Day 3
Vancouver to Kamloops
You're boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train in a GoldLeaf Service carriage with a glass dome. The whole day is spent traveling through the Canadian Rockies, going through mountain passes and canyons. By evening you'll be in Kamloops at your hotel, taking in what you've seen from the train.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer journey on GoldLeaf Service with glass-dome carriage
Landmarks/POIs Canadian Rockies - Day 4
Kamloops to Lake Louise
The Rocky Mountaineer journey continues with meals paired with local wine or beer while you watch the scenery go by. You'll arrive at Lake Louise and check into the Fairmont Château Lake Louise for two nights with lakeview rooms. The setting here is something you won't forget.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer culinary experience with local wine or beer pairing
Landmarks/POIs Lake Louise - Day 5
Lake Louise
If you're up early, Lake Louise at dawn is worth the effort for photos and the light on the mountains and glacier. During the day, you have dining options ranging from a French-Canadian brasserie overlooking the lake to contemporary Canadian cuisine. There's time to explore the area at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Scenic Freechoice Dining with selection of included restaurants featuring French-Canadian Brasserie-style overlooking Lake Louise or contemporary Canadian cuisine)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice dining at selected restaurants (French-Canadian Brasserie or contemporary Canadian cuisine)
Optional Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Lake Louise
Landmarks/POIs Lake Louise - Day 6
Lake Louise to Banff
You'll travel to Banff and stay two nights at the Fairmont Banff Springs. There's a meeting with a retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police member who talks about the Mounties and their history. In the evening, there's an intimate dinner with classical violin and cello music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Intimate dinner performance with classical violin and cello duet)
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Meet retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police member
- Scenic Enrich: Classical violin and cello duet during dinner performance
Landmarks/POIs Banff National Park - Day 7
Banff
Banff National Park is yours to explore with several options. You can choose a helicopter flightseeing tour, rafting on the Bow River, a spa treatment, a gondola ride, or snowshoeing depending on what appeals to you. Later, a wildlife corridor tour by golf cart at dusk lets you see local animals and the views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Wildlife corridor exploration via golf cart at dusk
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Helicopter Flightseeing - 25-minute helicopter flight over Three Sisters Peaks
- Scenic Freechoice: Bow River Float Trip - Oar-powered raft cruise along Bow River
- Scenic Freechoice: Fairmont Spa Banff Springs - Mineral pool rejuvenation at Willow Stream Spa
- Scenic Freechoice: Banff Gondola - Sulphur Mountain summit for bird's-eye view of Banff township and six mountain ranges
- Scenic Freechoice: Snowshoeing on Top of the World (Early season only)
Landmarks/POIs Banff National Park Three Sisters Peaks Bow River Sulphur Mountain - Day 8
Banff to Jasper
An Ice Explorer takes you onto the Athabasca Glacier for a close look at this ancient frozen landscape. After that, you'll head to Jasper and check into the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for the night. The lodge has several restaurants, from Italian to steakhouse options.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Scenic Freechoice Dining at selected restaurants - Italian or steakhouse)
Included Activities
- Athabasca Glacier Ice Explorer experience
- Scenic Freechoice Dining at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (Italian or steakhouse options)
Landmarks/POIs Athabasca Glacier Jasper National Park - Day 9
Jasper
Jasper National Park is the largest in the Canadian Rockies and there's plenty to do here. You can choose from skytram rides, scenic cruises, rafting, canyon tours, or snowshoeing through the wilderness. These freechoice experiences let you pick what fits your interests and energy level.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Jasper Skytram - Guided mountaintop tour with geology, wildlife, and history insights
- Scenic Freechoice: Maligne Lake Cruise - 90-minute interpretive cruise to Spirit Island with local history and wildlife information
- Scenic Freechoice: Athabasca River Rafting - Guided river rafting experience
- Scenic Freechoice: Maligne Canyon & Lakes Tour - Sheer cliffs, stunning vistas, and scenic lake area drive
- Scenic Freechoice: Snowshoeing (Early season only) - Guided exploration through pristine wilderness
Landmarks/POIs Jasper National Park Maligne Lake Spirit Island Athabasca River Maligne Canyon - Day 10
Jasper to Sun Peaks
You're traveling to Sun Peaks, a ski resort village in British Columbia surrounded by forests, rivers, and lakes. You'll stay at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel, which caters to outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The location gives you access to a lot of outdoor activity options.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Sun Peaks - Day 11
Sun Peaks to Whistler
The route takes you through the Thompson and Fraser River valleys and past Lillooet, a historic Gold Rush town. You'll arrive in Whistler and settle into the Fairmont Château Whistler for two nights. There's a session with black bear expert Michael Allen who shares knowledge about these creatures.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Black bear expert session with Michael Allen
Landmarks/POIs Lillooet Whistler - Day 12
Whistler
Whistler sits in the Coast Mountains and offers alpine scenery, skiing, and a lively village. You have multiple activity options suited to different interests and fitness levels. Whether you want to be active or take it easier, there's something for you here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Whistler Helicopter Flightseeing - 12-minute helicopter flight with awe-inspiring mountain region views
- Scenic Freechoice: Zip Lining - Fly like an eagle over Fitzsimmons Valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
- Scenic Freechoice: Peak 2 Peak Gondola - Travel by gondola or chairlift on Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains with transfer between both
- Scenic Freechoice: Whistler Tasting Tour - Multi-course lunch at local spots with chocolate shop visit
- Scenic Freechoice: Mountain Adventure Tour - Mountain sightseeing adventure of Whistler Blackcomb and surrounding valley
- Scenic Freechoice: Sea to Sky Gondola (Early season only) - Summit journey with sweeping ocean and mountain vistas of Howe Sound
Landmarks/POIs Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Fitzsimmons Valley Howe Sound - Day 13
Whistler to Victoria
You'll take the ferry across the Georgia Strait to Victoria, enjoying the water views on the way. The city has Victorian architecture and gardens reflecting its British colonial heritage. You'll check into the Fairmont Empress for two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Georgia Strait ferry crossing
Landmarks/POIs Georgia Strait Victoria - Day 14
Victoria
Butchart Gardens is on the agenda with its flower displays, gardens, ponds, and walking paths. You can choose from whale watching, a scenic floatplane flight, or a guided food tour through the city. The trip wraps up with a farewell dinner with your tour director and group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Celebratory farewell dinner with Tour Director and fellow adventurers)
Included Activities
- Butchart Gardens visit
- Celebratory farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Whale Watching - Boat or Zodiac cruise searching for orca, seals, and bald eagles
- Scenic Freechoice: Scenic Floatplane Flight - Bird's eye view of Victoria and Vancouver Island
- Scenic Freechoice: 'Eat Like a Canadian' Walking Tour - Guided tour sampling Canadian dishes including poutine and maple syrup with stories and history
Landmarks/POIs Butchart Gardens Vancouver Island - Day 15
Victoria
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Victoria airport and head home. Your 15-day journey through Canada's major destinations comes to an end here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
