Day 1 Vancouver
Day 2 Vancouver - Hope - Kelowna - Revelstoke (558 km)
Day 3 Revelstoke - Bnaff Town - Banff National Park (Bow Falls, Surprise Corner) - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (225 km)
Day 4 Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake - Columbia Icefields (Ice Explorer+Glacier Skywalk) - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (249 km)
Day 5 Jasper National Park - Maligne Lake - Spirit Island - Clearwater - Kamloops (306 km)
Day 6 Kamloops - Hope - Vancouver (325 km)
Day 2:
Vancouver - Hope - Kelowna - Revelstoke (558 km)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Western or Chinese Buffet at the Winery)|Dinner: Meal Plan (Chinese style or buffet)
Heading east from Vancouver, pass through the farm communities" Fraser Valley" to Hope for short stop. En-route to Revelstoke, we will take a short stop at Lake Okanagan and see if you can spot the mystery lake creature, Ogopogo. Visiting a winery. In a cozy cellar-like tasting room, you will be able to experience the variety of VQA wines. Next we will visit the "Last Spike" monument that tells the story of the coast to coast railroad assembling in 1885, and then we will arrive at Revelstoke to rest for the night.
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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.
Grizzli Winery
Grizzli Winery is located in the center of Okanagan, Canada. The Winery is surrounded by a number of mountains and lakes! The sunshine and large temperature differences between day and night helps create the uniquely tasting wines.
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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.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
Day 3:
Revelstoke - Bnaff Town - Banff National Park (Bow Falls, Surprise Corner) - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (225 km)
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast (Mandatory payment upon booking))|Lunch: Meal Plan (Chinese style lunch)|Dinner: Excluded
Depart Revelstoke and journey into the heart of Banff National Park. Discover the charming mountain town of Banff, marvel at the rushing Bow Falls, and capture stunning photos at Surprise Corner. Cap off your day with an overnight stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
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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.
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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.
Duration: Approx. 10 Minutes
Surprise Corner
This scenic viewpoint in Banff National Park, though unmarked, is locally known as the best place to get views of the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.
Duration: Approx. 10 Minutes
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Nestled by the stunning Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers breathtaking views of turquoise waters and Victoria Glacier. This luxurious hotel combines elegance with outdoor adventures, perfect for hiking, skiing, and relaxation in a pristine mountain setting.
Day 4:
Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake - Columbia Icefields (Ice Explorer+Glacier Skywalk) - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (249 km)
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast (Mandatory payment upon booking))|Lunch: Meal Plan (Western style light meals or Western style buffet)|Dinner: Included (Western Dinner at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (Mandatory payment upon booking))
Depart the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise to explore Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, and Peyto Lake (expected to open in June). Travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway to Columbia Icefields. An Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier and Glacier Skywalk before heading to the historic Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.
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Columbia Icefield, AB
The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier.
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Ice Explorer
Experience the thrill of traversing the ancient Athabasca Glacier in a massive Ice Explorer. This specially designed all-terrain vehicle takes you onto a 10,000-year-old sheet of ice, where you can walk, feel, and even drink from the glacier.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Visitors to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery are treated to something new for the Glacier Skywalk. Modeled after the Grand Canyon Skywalk, this horseshoe-shaped bridge lets guests walk out over the cliffside glacier.
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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.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Nestled on the shores of Lac Beauvert in Jasper National Park, this historic luxury resort offers heritage log cabins and world-class amenities. Known as the "Hollywood of the North," it has hosted royalty and movie stars since 1922
Day 5:
Jasper National Park - Maligne Lake - Spirit Island - Clearwater - Kamloops (306 km)
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast (Mandatory payment upon booking))|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Meal Plan (Chinese buffet or Chinese surround meal)
In the morning, we will first stop at Maligne Lake to take a boat tour, a 90 minute cruise to Spirit Island. In the afternoon, we will travel along the Yellowhead Highway, from which we will be able to clearly see the south face of Mount Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. We will make a short stop at Clearwater. Finally, we will rest for the night at Kamloops.
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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.
Maligne Lake
This amazing lake and the scenery surrounding it is one of the most-photographed areas in the world. It is beloved for its crystalline waters, the surrounding mountains, and Spirit Island. The area is home to many animals, including caribou.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 40 Minutes
Spirit Island Cruise
Cruise down the lovely Maligne Lake to small Spirit Island, the landmark at which you will turn around to return to your starting point.
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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.
Day 6:
Kamloops - Hope - Vancouver (325 km)
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast (Mandatory payment upon booking))|Lunch: Meal Plan (Chinese style)|Dinner: Excluded
Today will be the last day of the trip. We will visit one of the largest ginseng farms in North America on our way back to Vancouver. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding pickup and drop-off times and locations.
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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.
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Hope, BC
Hope town is around 150 kilometers away from Vancouver and also is at the southern end of the Fraser Canyon.Perfect place to enjoy the views by fishing, mountain biking and flightseeing.