Day 1 Vancouver / Seattle - Vancouver
Day 2 Vancouver - Whistler - Vancouver (150 miles)
Day 3 Vancouver - Victoria (70 miles)
Day 4 Victoria - Duncan - Chemainus - Vancouver (76 miles)
Day 5 Vancouver - Kelowna - Okanagan - Salmon Arm (307 miles)
Day 6 Salmon Arm - Yoho National Park - Banff National Park - Kananaskis (225 miles)
Day 7 Kananaskis - Banff National Park - Banff (95 miles)
Day 8 Banff - Jasper National Park - Jasper - Valemount (209 miles)
Day 9 Valemount - Clearwater - Kamloops - Vancouver (376 miles)
Day 10 Vancouver / Vancouver - Seattle
Day 1:
Vancouver / Seattle - Vancouver
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 - 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 Peak2Peak, relax and shop at the mountain or in the village.
We will return to Vancouver 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.
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.
Day 3:
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 4:
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 5:
Vancouver - Kelowna - Okanagan - Salmon Arm (307 miles)
Breakfast: 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)
Start our journey via the Fraser Valley and head east to Kelowna. We will visit Lake Okanagan, search for the lake monster "Ogopogo" . We will aloso visit the renowned Winery for a wine-tasting experience. Later, stop by a local honey farm, and pick some high-quality natural honey, royal jelly and propolis as souvenirs.
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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.
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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.
Day 6:
Salmon Arm - Yoho National Park - Banff National Park - Kananaskis (225 miles)
Breakfast: Included (Free breakfast in Hotel)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
We will proceed to the Eagle Pass and visit the Last Spike. After passing Yoho National Park, we will enter Banff National Park and take a thrilling Gondola Ride to the summit. We will visit Johnston Canyon in the afternoon and arrive in Kananaskis later.
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Salmon Arm, BC
Salmon Arm first started as a railway camp during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR), later developing into a logging, farming and dairy centre. It is surrounded by outstanding natural beauty, clean waterways, provincial parks and an abundance of green space.
Eagle Pass/Last Spike
The outpost of Craigellachie is a tourist stop in the Eagle Pass, which allows the Canadian Pacific Railway to pass through the Monashee Mountains. This was the location in which the "Last Spike" of the railway was placed.
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Banff National Park, AB
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
Johnson Canyon
Johnson Canyon is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park。There are two spectacular waterfalls in the Johnston gorge: Falls Upper and Falls Lower.
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Kananaskis Country, AB
Kananaskis Country is a park system situated to the west of Calgary, Alberta, Canada in the foothills and front ranges of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 7:
Kananaskis - Banff National Park - Banff (95 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
Start the morning with an amazing view of Castle Mountain as we drive by and head to Moraine Lake (subject to road condition). The Ten Peaks' view was once featured on the twenty-dollar Canadian bill. Stroll along the world-famous "Jewel of the Rockies" -Lake Louise. Celebrate your day with a lunch at the famous Chateau Lake Louise (meal plan). Visit Bow Falls before arriving at the Town of Banff. Explore the alpine town or join more fun activities (optional) such as Rafting, Horse Riding and etc.
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Banff National Park, AB
Moraine Lake
This glacial lake in Banff National Park's Valley of the Ten Peaks has a brilliant bright blue color due to rock flour that runs into its water. This beautiful and famous lake has appeared in advertisements the world over.
Opening Hours: Jun 1 - Oct 15, The opening dates are not guaranteed. It's depending on the government schedule.
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.
Valley of the Ten Peaks
A region located in Banff National Park, this area is so named because the ten summits of the mountain range in the distance are clearly visible. It is an open valley area that also includes Moraine Lake.
Day 8:
Banff - Jasper National Park - Jasper - Valemount (209 miles)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)
From Banff, we will drive along the Icefield Parkway, passing by Bow Lake on our way to Jasper National Park before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Once we are here, we will ride the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier, followed by a walk on the Glacier Skywalk. Then, we will visit the Athabasca Falls and the town of Jasper. Later, we will drive to Mount Robson and spend the night in Valemount.
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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.
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Jasper, AB
This town in the wilderness of Alberta, Canada serves as the gateway to the national park of the same name, where visitors can see the Athabasca Glacier. There are many lakes in the area.
Day 9:
Valemount - Clearwater - Kamloops - Vancouver (376 miles)
Breakfast: Included (Free breakfast in Hotel)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Rockies meal plan/ All inclusive meal plan)|Dinner: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)
We will travel along Thompson River and pass the district of Clearwater and Wells Gray Provincial Park. We will head to Kamloops and visit the Ginseng factory. After we will return to Vancouver.
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Clearwater, BC
Clearwater is a district municipality in the North Thompson River valley in British Columbia, Canada. It's workforce is predominantly employed directly or indirectly by the forest industry. Tourism and related outdoors and sports services are also major industries, with Wells Gray Provincial Park just to the north.
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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 10:
Vancouver / Vancouver - Seattle
Option 1:
Vancouver - Seattle (142 miles)
Breakfast: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Bussed to Seattle, WA for an extra fee and fly out of the Seatac Airport. Please see "Departure and Return Details" for more information.
Option 2:
Vancouver
Breakfast: Meal Plan (All inclusive meal plan only)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Guests may explore Vancouver as they please in the morning. Guests may transfer to the airport any time bewteen Between 8:00 am - 9:30 pm ( La Quinta / Hampton Inn/Executive Plaza / Westin Wall Centre or similar hotels located in Central Richmond). 8:00 am-8:00 pm (Barclay Hotel/Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre or similar hotels located in Downtown Vancouver). Please see "Departure and Return Details" for more information.
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