Itinerary
- Day 1
Vancouver
You'll arrive in Vancouver and check into the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for two nights. The city sits between mountains and the Pacific Ocean, mixing urban energy with natural landscapes. This evening, there's a welcome dinner to kick off your trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Landmarks/POIs Stanley Park - Day 2
Vancouver
Head to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park early for exclusive access. You'll walk across the swaying bridge high above the forest canopy with nice views below. Later, join a city sightseeing tour to see Vancouver's neighborhoods and landmarks throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Park visit with early exclusive access
- City sightseeing tour
Landmarks/POIs Capilano Suspension Bridge Park - Day 3
Vancouver to Kamloops
Board the Rocky Mountaineer and travel through the Canadian Rockies in GoldLeaf Service. The glass-dome carriage lets you take in the mountain passes and canyons from your seat in comfort. You'll stay overnight at a Kamloops hotel selected by Rocky Mountaineer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer rail journey with GoldLeaf Service glass-dome carriage
- Day 4
Kamloops to Lake Louise
Your Rocky Mountaineer journey continues with meals included and local wine or beer while the scenery rolls by. You'll arrive at Lake Louise and check into a Lakeview Room at Fairmont Château Lake Louise for two nights. The location here is hard to beat if you're interested in the natural surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (On board Rocky Mountaineer)
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer culinary experience with local wine or beer pairings
Landmarks/POIs Lake Louise - Day 5
Lake Louise
If you're willing to wake early, Lake Louise at sunrise is worth setting an alarm for. The mountains, lake, and glacier get painted in gold and pink light in the morning. During the day, choose from dining options at lakeside restaurants serving French-Canadian and contemporary Canadian food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Scenic Freechoice Dining - choice of French-Canadian Brasserie-style restaurant overlooking Lake Louise or contemporary Canadian cuisine)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice Dining at Lake Louise restaurants
Optional Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Lake Louise
Landmarks/POIs Lake Louise - Day 6
Lake Louise to Banff
Travel to Banff and settle into Fairmont Banff Springs for two nights. You'll meet a retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police member who shares stories about the Mounties. Later, enjoy an exclusive dinner concert with classical violin and cello music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner concert with classical violin and cello duet)
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Meeting with retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police member
- Scenic Enrich: Exclusive intimate dinner concert with classical violin and cello duet
Landmarks/POIs Banff National Park - Day 7
Banff
Pick from several Scenic Freechoice activities in Banff National Park. Your options include helicopter tours over Three Sisters Peaks, a Bow River float trip, spa time at Willow Stream Spa, or the Sulphur Mountain gondola. Early season visitors can try snowshoeing. End the day with a wildlife corridor tour by golf cart at dusk.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Wildlife corridor exploration at dusk via golf cart
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Helicopter flightseeing - 25-minute flight over Three Sisters Peaks
- Scenic Freechoice: Bow River float trip with oar-powered raft
- Scenic Freechoice: Fairmont Spa Banff Springs - Willow Stream Spa mineral pools
- Scenic Freechoice: Banff Gondola - summit of Sulphur Mountain
- Scenic Freechoice: Snowshoeing on Top of the World (Early season only)
Landmarks/POIs Banff National Park Three Sisters Peaks Sulphur Mountain Bow River - Day 8
Banff to Jasper
Climb aboard an Ice Explorer and head onto the Athabasca Glacier to walk on ancient ice. From there, you'll go to Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge surrounded by Jasper National Park. Pick dinner from the hotel's restaurants, ranging from Italian to steakhouse options.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Selection of included restaurants - Italian to steakhouse)
Included Activities
- Athabasca Glacier Ice Explorer experience
- Scenic Freechoice Dining at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge - choice of included restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Athabasca Glacier Jasper National Park - Day 9
Jasper
Spend your day in Jasper National Park with multiple activities to choose from. Take a 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island, go rafting on the Athabasca River, tour Maligne Canyon and Lakes, try a Harley Davidson sidecar ride, or snowshoe through wilderness if it's early season.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Maligne Lake cruise - 90-minute hosted cruise to Spirit Island
- Scenic Freechoice: Athabasca River rafting with experienced guide
- Scenic Freechoice: Maligne Canyon & Lakes Tour - scenic drive through Jasper lake area
- Scenic Freechoice: Harley Davidson Sidecar tour on open roads of Jasper National Park
- Scenic Freechoice: Snowshoeing through pristine wilderness of Jasper National Park (Early season only)
Landmarks/POIs Jasper National Park Maligne Lake Spirit Island Athabasca River Maligne Canyon - Day 10
Jasper to Sun Peaks
Travel to Sun Peaks, a ski resort village in British Columbia surrounded by forests, rivers, and lakes. You'll stay overnight at Sun Peaks Grand Hotel. The area works well for outdoor activities no matter what season you're visiting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Sun Peaks - Day 11
Lillooet to Whistler
You'll drive through scenic landscapes past the Thompson and Fraser rivers heading to Lillooet, a town with significant gold rush history. From there, continue on to Whistler, the famous alpine resort area. In the afternoon, stop at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre to learn about the cultures and traditions of the Squamish and Lil'wat Nations. You'll then check in for a two-night stay at Fairmont Chateau Whistler.
Included Activities
- Visit Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
Landmarks/POIs Thompson River Fraser River Lillooet Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Blackcomb Mountain - Day 12
Whistler
Choose from several activities in Whistler. Options include a 12-minute helicopter flight, zip lining over Fitzsimmons Valley, riding the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, a multi-course food tasting tour, or a mountain sightseeing tour. Early season visitors can also try the Sea to Sky Gondola.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Whistler helicopter flightseeing - 12-minute helicopter flight
- Scenic Freechoice: Zip lining over Fitzsimmons Valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
- Scenic Freechoice: Peak 2 Peak Gondola - travel by gondola or chairlift on Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
- Scenic Freechoice: Whistler tasting tour - multi-course lunch visiting local eating spots and chocolate shop
- Scenic Freechoice: Mountain adventure tour - sightseeing tour of Whistler Blackcomb and surrounding valley
- Scenic Freechoice: Sea to Sky Gondola - journey to summit with views of ocean and mountain vistas (Early season only)
Landmarks/POIs Whistler Fitzsimmons Valley Howe Sound - Day 13
Whistler to Victoria
You'll take the ferry across the Georgia Strait to reach Victoria, where you'll see British colonial heritage reflected in the elegant Victorian architecture and lush gardens throughout the city. Wander the charming streets at your own pace and get settled into a two-night stay at the iconic Fairmont Empress on the waterfront. During your stay, you'll join black bear expert Michael Allen for a scenic enrichment session focused on these fascinating creatures.
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing - Georgia Strait
- Scenic Enrich: Black Bear Expert Session with Michael Allen
Landmarks/POIs Georgia Strait Fairmont Empress - Day 14
Victoria
Visit Butchart Gardens on Vancouver Island and walk through the flowerbeds, ponds, and pathways. In the afternoon, choose from whale watching, scenic floatplane flights over Victoria, or an 'Eat Like a Canadian' walking tour with local dishes. This evening, join a farewell dinner with your Tour Director and other travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Celebratory farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Butchart Gardens visit
- Celebratory farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Whale watching cruise - boat or Zodiac search for orcas, seals and bald eagles
- Scenic Freechoice: Scenic floatplane flight over Victoria and Vancouver Island
- Scenic Freechoice: 'Eat Like a Canadian' Walking Tour - guided tour sampling Canadian favourites with stories and history
Landmarks/POIs Butchart Gardens - Day 15
Victoria
Your tour ends in Victoria today. You'll say goodbye to the friends you've made and head home with memories from Canada's mountains and cities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
