Day 1 Tour Options
Day 2 Vancouver - Victoria (70 miles)
Day 3 Victoria - Duncan - Chemainus - Vancouver (76 miles)
Day 4 Vancouver - Whistler - Vancouver (150 miles)
Day 5 Vancouver - Kelowna - Okanagan - Salmon Arm/Vernon (337 miles)
Day 6 Salmon Arm/Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff (182 miles)
Day 7 Lake Louise - Jasper - Icefield - Golden/Valemount (389 miles)
Day 8 Golden/Valemount - Kamloops - Vancouver (372 miles)
Day 9 Tour Options
Day 1:
Tour Options
Option 1:
Vancouver
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)
Today we will gather in Vancouver. Our guide will meet you at the airport for transfer to the hotel. After, guest who arrive before 1:30 pm will take a half-day tour of the city that includes stops at Canada Place, Vancouver Convention Center, Olympic Cauldron and Stanley Park etc, and take a mini ferry ride to Granville Island.
Types of Accommodation in Vancouver
Type A and B Hotels Located in Central Richmond:
Type A Value hotel: Hampton Inn By Hilton / Best Western Plus or Similar
Type B Deluxehotel: Executive Plaza / Westin Wall Centre or Similar
Type C and D Hotels Located in Downtown Vancouver
Type C Budgethotel: Barclay Inn or Similar
Type D Premium hotel: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre or Similar
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Vancouver, BC
Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone!
Stanley Park
One of Vancouver's main tourist attractions and beloved by visitors and locals alike, this massive park on the western coast of Canada is not to be missed. Stanley Park was the first park in Vancouver, and remains the largest.
Canada Place
The roof of Canada Place, Vancouver's large convention facility, is made of cloth pieces to resemble sails. This complex contains the Vancouver Convention Center, the local cruise ship terminals, the city's World Trade Center, and a hotel.
Olympic Cauldron
Constructed for the 2010 Winter Olympics, Vancouver's Olympic Cauldron stands as a reminder of the legacy of those great games. Located by the Vancouver Convention Center, the cauldron is an interesting piece of architecture.
Granville island
Granville Island is a peninsula off of the main hub of the city of Vancouver, a shopping district across the water from the downtown area, as well as a center of art and culture for the city.
Vancouver Convention Centre
The Vancouver Convention Centre in British Columbia, Canada is one of the country's largest convention centers. It has twice been selected as the "World's Best Convention Center." The Center was an important place in the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Option 2:
Seattle - Vancouver (142 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)
Today we will gather in Seattle. After pickup from the airport, we will take an excursion of the city that includes a brief stop at Space Needle. At the end of the day we will transfer to the hotel in Vancouver, BC.
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Seattle, WA
This city in the top-left corner of the United States is a major seaport as well as a cultural center. Whether you want to enjoy the scenery, grab some great coffee, or learn history, Seattle has something to offer.
Space Needle
This icon of the American Northwest has adorned everything for movie screens to postage stamps. Built in 1961 for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle features outdoor elevators and a rotating restaurant at its top.
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun
Day 2:
Vancouver - Victoria (70 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will board BC Ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay. Then we will visit the Butchart Gardens, pass by the Gate of Harmonious at Chinatown. We will also visit Fairmont Empress, BC Legislative Buildings, Thunderbird Park, Beacon Hill Park and Mile "0". We will explore more of the Inner Harbour, take optional activities: ride a carriage tour, enjoy a premium afternoon tea at Empress Hotel, or visit the Royal BC Museum.
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Victoria, BC
This city on Vancouver Island in the central Pacific Ocean is the capital of British Columbia. It is home to many popular attractions, such as Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and more.
Butchart Gardens
These world-famous floral gardens are located on a 55-acre estate on Vancouver Island's southeastern point in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. People from around the world have been coming to see the gardens for more than 100 years.
Chinatown Victoria
The oldest Chinatown in Canada is located on the Pacific coast of British Columbia in the city of Victoria. This artistic and cultural center has features such as its famous Chinese Gate, which is guarded by lion statues.
Victoria Harbour
This seaport in the city of Victoria is the local cruise ship and tourist entry and exit point for the city, covering 620 acres of water. It separates downtown from the Victoria West neighborhood.
BC Parliament Buildings
The British Columbia Parliament Buildings are where the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia meet. They are located in Victoria, British Columbia, at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Visitors can marvel at the Baroque architecture and sprawling lawns.
Thunderbird Park
This historic and cultural park in the heart of Victoria is decorated with an assortment of authentic totem poles carved by several different First Nations peoples. The park is also home to historic buildings from the mid-1800s.
Beacon Hill Park
Beacon Hill Park, located in Victoria, British Columbia, contains hiking trails, a waterpark, two playgrounds, a petting zoo, and botanical gardens, among many other attractions. Loved by locals and tourists alike, the 200-acre park has something for everyone.
Mile Zero
An area of southwestern Beacon Hill Park at Douglas Street in Victoria, British Columbia is the beginning of Canada's Number 1 Highway, which stretches the entire length of the country. A monument marks "mile zero" to visitors.
Royal British Columbia Museum
Founded in 1886, the Royal British Columbia Museum consists of The Province of British Columbia's natural and human history museum as well as the British Columbia Provincial Archives.
Day 3:
Victoria - Duncan - Chemainus - Vancouver (76 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)
We will visit the Hatley Castle and the Goldstream Provincial Park to discover heritage and nature wonders. Then we will head to Chemainus after visiting the Totem city - Duncan. The murals on the streets illustrate the development of Chemainus. Next we will arrive at Nanaimo and return to Vancouver by tour bus, or by seaplane (surcharge applies).
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Victoria, BC
This city on Vancouver Island in the central Pacific Ocean is the capital of British Columbia. It is home to many popular attractions, such as Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and more.
Hatley Castle
This mansion and estate in Victoria is part of a Canadian National Historic Site. Since 1995, it has been used as a part of the Royal Roads University.
Goldstream Provincial Park
Known for its wildlife - like the annual salmon run and the large population of bald eagles that feed on said salmon - this park in British Columbia measures 937 acres.
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Duncan, BC
Dubbed the "City of Totems," Duncan has more than 80 First Nations carvings located throughout town, and is also home to the Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre.
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Chemainus, BC
Chemainus is a charming Cowichan Valley town located in the Vancouver Island region. Chemainus is noted for its creative community, but its artistic flair is most evident in the 40 plus vivid murals scattered around town that depict its culture and history.
Day 4:
Vancouver - Whistler - Vancouver (150 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Lunch: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)
Today we will start the journey along the Sea to Sky Highway, pass by Horseshoe Bay, Stawamus Chief to the Whistler Ski Resort. After a ride of the Whistler Mountain Gondola and Peak 2 Peak Gondola, we will relax and shop at the mountain or in the village.
We will return to Vancouver by bus or by seaplane (surcharge applies) in the late afternoon.
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Whistler, BC
Whistler is a Canadian resort town in the southern Pacific Ranges of the Coast Mountains in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Over two million visitors come to Whistler annually, primarily for alpine skiing and snowboarding and in summer, mountain biking at Whistler Blackcomb.
Sea to Sky Highway
The "Sea to Sky Highway" is the name given to the section of Highway 99 from Horseshoe Bay to Pemberton. From Horseshoe Bay, the highway travels along the coastline.
Whistler Ski Resort
The largest ski resort in North America is located about 75 miles north of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. Whistler Blackcomb sees more than two million visitors every year. In the summer, parts of it become a bike park.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
The Peak 2 Peak Gondola is a cable car that connects Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains at the Whister-Blackcomb Ski Resort in British Columbia, Canada. It hold the world record for longest span between towers for a cable car.
Closed for maintenance: Oct 28 - Nov 17,2019.
Admission (Optional): Adult $63; Child (7-12 yrs) $32; Infant (0-6 yrs, Must be accompanied by adult.) Free; Senior (Over 65 yrs) $57; Junior (13-18 yrs) $54
Day 5:
Vancouver - Kelowna - Okanagan - Salmon Arm/Vernon (337 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
Start our journey via the Canada highway, pass through Fraser valley, and head east for Kelowna, the heart of the Okanagan Valley and home to world-class vintners. At Lake Okanagan, let us listen to its legendary story and search for the lake monster "Ogopogo". Then we will visit one of the most renowned wineries before settling down at Salmon Arm/Vernon in the evening.
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Okanagan, BC
It is one of the warmest regions in all of Canada. During the summer months, visitors are offered countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor and water activities. It is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses and Okanagan wineries and popular ski resorts.
Okanagan Lake
This large and deep lake in the Okanagan Valley region of Canada's British Columbia is a popular recreation spot that offers a variety of activities in addition to gorgeous scenery. It has a surface area of 351 square kilometers.
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Kelowna, BC
One of the most liveable cities in Canada. Kelowna is the largest city in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Bordering Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is well known for its hot summers and temperate winters.
Day 6:
Salmon Arm/Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff (182 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
We will enter Banff National Park via Rogers Pass and Yoho National Park. Then we will take Gondola Ride, visit Bow Falls and stroll along Banff Avenue.
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Banff National Park, AB
Bow Falls
The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.
Banff Gondola
This unique cable-car ride takes visitors to Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park to the top of Sulphur Mountain, a UNESCO World Hertitage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.
Banff Gondola will be closed for maintenance from Jan 5 -17, 2020.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $64; Child (6-15 yrs) $32
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Banff, AB
Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.
Day 7:
Lake Louise - Jasper - Icefield - Golden/Valemount (389 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
After passing by the Castle Mountain, we will explore Lake Louise, feast your eyes with wilderness, beautiful chateau, and snow-capped mountains. Passing by Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier, we will start glacier adventure to the Columbia Icefield and Jasper National Park. We will also ride on the massive Ice Explorer to trek onto the surface of the stunning Athabasca Glacier. Then we will continue to Glacier Skywalk above the Sunwapta Falls. We will stay overnight in Golden or Valemount.
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Banff National Park, AB
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.
Crowfoot Glacier
Crowfoot Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Lake Louise, and can be viewed from the Icefields Parkway. The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.
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Jasper National Park, AB
Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
Athabasca Glacier
The Athabasca Glacier is the most-visited glacier in North America. It is one of the eight major glaciers of the Columbia Icefield. The Icefield Interpretive Centre is next to the glacier, and is where visitors can arrange tours.
Day 8:
Golden/Valemount - Kamloops - Vancouver (372 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan)
We will proceed to Eagle Pass and visit the Last Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Next we will head west to Kamloops to visit the only GMP certified Ginseng factory. After passing by the District of Hope and Hunter's Creek, we will return to Vancouver by late afternoon.
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Kamloops, BC
Kamloops is a city for every season. A place where you can skip the crowds, stretch your legs and just escape to the unexpected. Known as the birthplace of freeride mountain biking, Kamloops attracts mountain bikers from around the world looking to ride the rugged landscapes and the desert like climate.
Sunmore Ginseng Factory
The Sunmore Ginseng Factory and Spa in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada is the only ginseng manufacturer in North America and was founded in 1991 by Chinese doctor Zhang Shunmei. Visitors can enjoy the relaxing ginseng spa.
Day 9:
Tour Options
Option 1:
Vancouver - Hometown
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Guests will be able to spend today free at their own leisure by shopping or dining. If guests depart after 3:00 pm, they will get a bonus with complimentary Vancouver Designer Outlet shopping. Then, they will transfer to the airport in Vancouver for their departure flights. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding when to schedule departure flights.
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Vancouver, BC
Welcome to Vancouver, a city where urban charm meets natural beauty! Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it offers stunning views, vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural experience. From scenic parks to world-class dining, Vancouver has something for everyone!
Option 2:
Vancouver - Seattle - Hometown (142 miles)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
We will depart in the morning and arrive at Seattle Pier 55 (Downtown), Cruise Pier 55 or 91, or Sea-Tac Airport around noon. Suggested departure flight time after 3:00 pm.
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