The Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies
The Canadian Rockies
13 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Visiting: Vancouver, Kelowna, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Whistler, Victoria
Tour operator:
Tour code:
8900-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the majestic Canadian Rockies, starting and ending in vibrant Vancouver. This tour takes you through some of Canada's most breathtaking landscapes, including the serene shores of Lake Okanagan, the alpine beauty of Whistler, and the iconic Banff and Jasper National Parks. Enjoy a winery tour in Kelowna, marvel at the turquoise waters of Lake Louise, and experience the thrill of riding the Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield. Discover the charm of Victoria with its stunning Butchart Gardens and explore the historic streets of Vancouver. With comfortable accommodations and a private, first-class motorcoach, this fully guided tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation amidst Canada's natural wonders. Optional excursions, such as a helicopter ride over the Rockies or a wildlife and whale-watching expedition, provide opportunities for even more memorable experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sandman Suites On Davie (or similar)
Welcome to Vancouver! Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Day 2: Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
This morning, an included city tour highlights Stanley Park, Chinatown, the harbour, beaches, and more. The rest of the day is at leisure; your Tour Director can suggest ways to further explore the city. Maybe take a water taxi to Granville Island with outdoor markets, street musicians, and waterfront cafés or, visit historic Gastown with its steam-powered clock.
Day 3: Vancouver,Kelowna
Location: Kelowna
Our journey begins in British Columbia’s fertile valleys and continues through rich mountain forests to Okanagan Lake. Travel along the lake to the resort city of Kelowna, beautifully situated on the lake shore and surrounded by orchards and vineyards.
Day 4: Kelowna,Banff National Park
Location: Banff National Park
Motor north through the Okanagan Valley, famous for its peaches and vineyards. Climb up 4,379-foot-high Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park. Take a break at the pass, perfect for photos of the rugged mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. Enter Yoho National Park and ascend Kicking Horse Pass at 5,332 feet. Reach Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park, known for its unparalleled mountain scenery nestled in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies. An orientation tour highlights Banff’s unspoiled beauty.
Day 5: Banff National Park
Location: Banff National Park
Enjoy the day exploring Banff, one of Canada’s favorite year-round resorts, and home to 53 species of mammals. The most commonly seen are deer, elk, and big horn sheep. Hike, golf, horseback ride, shop in the townsite, or relax at the hot springs. Perhaps treat yourself to a once in a lifetime experience on an optional helicopter ride for spectacular views of the Canadian Rockies!
Day 6: Banff National Park,Lake Louise,Columbia Icefield,Jasper National Park
Location: Banff National Park
First, to Lake Louise, its turquoise waters a perfect natural mirror that reflects the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snowcapped summits, and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as the motorcoach continues northward into Jasper National Park. A highlight today is a stop at the Columbia Icefield to ride the Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle that travels on ice measuring 750 feet thick! From ice to flowing water, take the opportunity to glide down the Athabasca River this afternoon on an optional scenic float trip. Enjoy an orientation tour of the town of Jasper upon arrival.
Day 7: Jasper National Park
Location: Jasper National Park
Today is free to enjoy everything Jasper has to offer—from quaint shops to meandering wildlife. Find serenity of the glacial blue waters of Maligne Lake and Spirit Island* with an optional narrated cruise revealing the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. *This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.
Day 8: Jasper National Park,Mount Robson,Sun Peaks
Location: Jasper National Park
Leave Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, peaking at 12,972 feet. Continue following the Yellowhead Highway south along the North Thompson River—a route pioneered by fur trappers. Overnight in the mountain resort village of Sun Peaks.
Day 9: Sun Peaks,Lillooet,Whistler
Location: Whistler
Head south, following the once treacherous Cariboo Wagon Trail. Via Lillooet, “Mile 0 of the Gold Rush Route,” your motorcoach will follow the shores of Seton and Duffey Lakes with a late-afternoon arrival in Whistler.
Day 10: Whistler
Location: Whistler
Spend the day in the alpine resort of Whistler, nestled at the base of breathtaking Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains. Enjoy free time to explore many sites of the 2010 Winter Olympics held here. Your own adventures await with a choice of optional excursions, including a flightseeing tour by floatplane over the glacial peaks, or a Ziptrek Adventure through an old-growth temperate rainforest.
Day 11: Whistler,Ferry Crossing,Victoria
Location: Victoria
Set sail across the Strait of Georgia, known for its Mediterranean-type climate. Afternoon sightseeing includes world-famous Butchart Gardens, and then a tour of the beautiful city of Victoria featuring Bastion Square, Thunderbird Park with its unusual collection of totem poles, and the inner harbour.
Day 12: Victoria
Location: Victoria
A day at leisure gives you the chance to discover this splendid city, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, shopping on Government Street, or a leisurely stroll around the harbor. Or get back to nature on an optional Wildlife and Whale-Watching Expedition while cruising the pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands, seeking whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles.
Day 13: Victoria,Ferry Crossing,Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
A scenic ferry crossing to the mainland, where the trip ends at Vancouver International Airport. Please schedule flights after 2:00 pm.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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Transport
Transport is provided by a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers at the destination are not included.
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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International Travel
International travel to and from the destination is not included.
Notes
Early departures may not be able to visit Columbia Icefield, which opens in early May, or take the Maligne Lake & Spirit Island optional excursion, which opens in mid to late May. Visiting and participating in other activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions and vendor dates of operation.Maximum elevation on tour: 7,500 ft.
UNESCO Sites
Banff National Park|Jasper National Park|Yoho National Park
Accommodation
Stay at Sandman Suites on Davie in Vancouver, Ramada by Wyndham Kelowna Hotel & Conference Centre in Kelowna, Banff Inn in Banff National Park, Lobstick Lodge in Jasper National Park, Sun Peaks Lodge in Sun Peaks, Listel Whistler Hotel in Whistler, and Royal Scot Hotel & Suites in Victoria.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach equipped with free Wi-Fi, ensuring a seamless journey through the stunning landscapes of the Canadian Rockies.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a helicopter ride in Banff for spectacular views of the Canadian Rockies, a scenic float trip down the Athabasca River, a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake, a flightseeing tour by floatplane over Whistler's glacial peaks, a Ziptrek Adventure in Whistler, and a Wildlife and Whale-Watching Expedition in Victoria.
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What is the maximum elevation reached during the tour?
The maximum elevation reached on the tour is 7,500 feet.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights include visiting resort towns in the Canadian Rockies, a winery tour in Kelowna, spending two nights in Whistler, and exploring Banff and Jasper National Parks.
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What kind of accommodations can be expected on this tour?
Accommodations include stays at Sandman Suites on Davie in Vancouver, Ramada by Wyndham Kelowna Hotel & Conference Centre in Kelowna, Banff Inn in Banff National Park, Lobstick Lodge in Jasper National Park, Sun Peaks Lodge in Sun Peaks, Listel Whistler Hotel in Whistler, and Royal Scot Hotel & Suites in Victoria.
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What are some of the natural attractions visited during the tour?
Natural attractions include Lake Okanagan, Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Pass, Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield, Athabasca River, Maligne Lake, Mount Robson, Seton and Duffey Lakes, and the Strait of Georgia.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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