Canadian Rockies and Vancouver

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Banff

Morning: Arrive at Calgary International Airport (YYC). Transfer by private vehicle to Banff. 125 kms (~1.5 hours by road).

Afternoon: Check-in at your hotel. Explore Banff Avenue, known for its shops, cafes, and alpine vibe.

Evening: Leisure time to relax and enjoy local dining options.

Overnight: Banff.

Day 2: Banff Exploration Tour

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the Banff Exploration Tour, covering:

Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and Tunnel Mountain Drive.

Hoodoos Viewpoint, Two Jack Lake, and Lake Minnewanka.

Enjoy a 1-hour Lake Minnewanka Cruise to explore wildlife and stunning views.

Afternoon: Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views.

Evening: Relax at your hotel or stroll through Banff.

Overnight: Banff.

Day 3: Banff to Lake Louise

Morning: Breakfast and check-out. Drive to Lake Louise, stopping at scenic viewpoints. 60 kms (~1 hour by road).

Afternoon: Explore Lake Louise, known for its turquoise glacier-fed waters and iconic views.

Evening: Free time to relax at your chateau or lakeside resort.

Overnight: Lake Louise.

Day 4: Icefields Parkway and Jasper Arrival

Morning: After breakfast, drive along the Icefields Parkway—Canada's most scenic roadway. Stops include:

Columbia Icefields Discovery Center for the Glacier Adventure and Skywalk.

Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake, and Bow Lake.

Distance: 235 kms (~3 hours by road with stops).

Afternoon: Visit Athabasca Falls before reaching Jasper.

Evening: Check-in at your hotel and unwind.

Overnight: Jasper.

Day 5: Explore Jasper

Morning: Breakfast and start the Jasper Tour, highlights include: Jasper Townsite, Athabasca Viewpoint, and Maligne Canyon. Take a stroll at Maligne Lake or enjoy a cruise.

Afternoon: Free time for optional activities like: Jasper Skytram, stargazing, or whitewater rafting.

Evening: Leisure time to relax at the lodge.

Overnight: Jasper.

Day 6: Jasper to Kamloops (Rocky Mountaineer Train)

Morning: Early check-out and board the Rocky Mountaineer train. Highlights include: Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, Yellowhead Pass, and North Thompson River. ~440 kms (~9-10 hours by train).

Evening: Arrive in Kamloops and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Kamloops.

Day 7: Kamloops to Vancouver (Rocky Mountaineer Train)

Morning: Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to Vancouver. Highlights include: Hell’s Gate, Fraser Canyon, and Thompson River. ~350 kms (~9-10 hours by train).

Evening: Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Vancouver.

Day 8: Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.

Visit: Capilano Suspension Bridge and attractions like Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventure.

Grouse Mountain: Ride the Skyride and explore attractions like Lumberjack Show, Eye of the Wind, and birdwatching tours.

Afternoon: Experience FlyOver Canada, a thrilling 4D virtual flying adventure.

Evening: Explore Vancouver’s vibrant dining scene.

Overnight: Vancouver.

Day 9: Vancouver City Exploration

Morning: Visit: Canada Place, Robson Street, English Bay, and Stanley Park.

Afternoon: Tour Granville Island, Chinatown, and Gastown. Enjoy incredible views from the Vancouver Lookout Tower.

Evening: Stroll through the waterfront and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Vancouver.

Day 10: Departure from Vancouver

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Free time for last-minute shopping or a walk.

Afternoon: Transfer to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). ~15 kms (~30 minutes by car).

Departure: Board your flight back home.

Board your flight back home with unforgettable memories of Canada’s natural wonders.

Recommended Hotels

Super Luxury

Banff

Fairmont Banff Springs – Bow River Valley
Moose Hotel & Suites – Banff Avenue
Rimrock Resort Hotel – Sulphur Mountain

Lake Louise

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – Lakefront, Lake Louise
Post Hotel & Spa – Village Road, Lake Louise
Moraine Lake Lodge – Moraine Lake, near Lake Louise

Jasper

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – Old Lodge Road, Jasper National Park
Tonquin Inn – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Pyramid Lake Resort – Pyramid Lake Road, Jasper

Kamloops

Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops – Victoria Street, Kamloops
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kamloops – Rogers Way, Kamloops
The Prestige Kamloops Hotel – Rogers Way, Kamloops

Vancouver

AZUR Legacy Collection Hotel – Alberni Street, Downtown Vancouver
Fairmont Pacific Rim – Canada Place, Downtown Vancouver
Fairmont Vancouver Airport – Richmond, Vancouver International Airport
Fairmont Waterfront – Burrard Inlet, Downtown Vancouver
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver – Expo Boulevard, Downtown Vancouver
Rosewood Hotel Georgia – West Georgia Street, Downtown Vancouver
The Ritz-Carlton Vancouver (Upcoming) – Alberni Street, Downtown Vancouver

Luxury

Banff

Banff Aspen Lodge – Banff Avenue
Buffalo Mountain Lodge – Tunnel Mountain Road
Fox Hotel & Suites – Banff Avenue
Mount Royal Hotel – Downtown Banff
The Juniper Hotel – Trans-Canada Highway

Lake Louise

Baker Creek Mountain Resort – Bow Valley Parkway
Deer Lodge – Close to Lake Louise
Emerald Lake Lodge – Emerald Lake, Yoho National Park
Lake Louise Inn – Village Road, Lake Louise
Paradise Lodge and Bungalows – Close to Lake Louise

Jasper

Chateau Jasper – Bonhomme Street, Jasper
Sawridge Inn Jasper – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Tekarra Lodge – Highway 93A South, Jasper National Park
The Crimson Jasper – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Whistlers Inn – Connaught Drive, Jasper

Kamloops

Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre – Rogers Way, Kamloops
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Kamloops – Tranquille Road, Kamloops
Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops – Rogers Way, Kamloops

Vancouver

Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites – Hastings Street, Downtown Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – Burrard Street, Downtown Vancouver
Hyatt Regency Vancouver – Burrard Street, Downtown Vancouver
Pan Pacific Vancouver – Canada Place, Downtown Vancouver
Shangri-La Vancouver – Alberni Street, Downtown Vancouver
The Westin Bayshore Vancouver – Coal Harbour, Vancouver
the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection – Expo Boulevard, Downtown Vancouver

Standard

Banff

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa – Banff Avenue
Banff Park Lodge – Downtown Banff
Brewster Mountain Lodge – Downtown Banff
High Country Inn – Banff Avenue
Tunnel Mountain Resort – Tunnel Mountain Road

Lake Louise

HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre – Village Road, Lake Louise
Mountaineer Lodge – Village Road, Lake Louise
Simpson’s Num-Ti-Jah Lodge – Bow Lake, Icefields Parkway
The Crossing Resort – Icefields Parkway, near Lake Louise
Village Grill and Lodge – Village Centre, Lake Louise

Jasper

Astoria Hotel Jasper – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Jasper Inn & Suites by INNHotels – Juniper Avenue, Jasper
Maligne Lodge – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Mount Robson Inn – Connaught Drive, Jasper
Pocahontas Cabins – Near Miette Hot Springs, Jasper National Park

Kamloops

Ramada by Wyndham Kamloops – Columbia Street West, Kamloops
Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel – Lorne Street, Kamloops
The Plaza Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham – Victoria Street, Kamloops

Vancouver

Best Western Plus Sands – Davie Street, West End, Vancouver
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre – West Broadway, Vancouver
Ramada by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown – Granville Street, Downtown Vancouver
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown – Georgia Street, Downtown Vancouver
The Burrard – Burrard Street, Downtown Vancouver

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