Western Canada & The Canadian Rockies Westbound

PLEASE NOTE

There are two itineraries available for this tour. The westbound itinerary listed below is for the July 23 departure. The eastbound version of this itinerary is offered on July 31.

Day One

Board a direct flight from Toronto to Calgary, and settle into your Calgary hotel for the night.

Day Two

Start the day with a fascinating guided tour of Calgary, showcasing all the highlights of this vibrant city, famous for hosting the 1988 Winter Olympics. Then, travel into the heart of the Canadian Rockies, and the small town of Banff, one of Canada’s most popular destinations. This afternoon, take a ride up Sulphur Mountain on a gondola, for glorious views of the mountains and the picturesque town below. Take some time to walk the well maintained boardwalk trails, or just sit and enjoy the view. Spend the night in beautiful Canmore.

Day Three

This morning enjoy spectacular Lake Louise, with Victoria Glacier reflected in the lake in one of Canada’s most iconic scenes. Continuing west, see the incredible Spiral Tunnels of the railroad and visit the memorial where the Last Spike was driven in to complete the Trans Canada Rail Line. Spend the night at a fascinating and unique resort complex on an inland lake, where you’ll enjoy a fun tour of the ghost town, and barbecue dinner this evening.

Day Four

A gorgeous drive today takes you from the peaks of the Rockies into the gentle hills and valleys of the Okanagan Valley, and into the charming city of Kelowna. On arrival, visit one of the many fantastic wineries that make the Okanagan Valley famous. After sampling some of the winery’s award-winning wines, check into the hotel to settle in. The evening is free for you to dine on your own. The coach will offer a dine-around plan so you can experience one of Kelowna’s most talked-about restaurants.

Day Five

Enjoy a scenic drive, travelling south of Vancouver where you’ll take a ferry from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. Spend the next two nights in Victoria, British Columbia’s stunning capital city.

Day Six

A local guide joins you this morning for a tour of Victoria, known as “The City of Gardens” for good reason! Flowers are everywhere, and you’ll see the very best of Victoria on the tour. Afterward, spend the afternoon at Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada. The evening is free for you to perhaps stroll the harbour waterfront, enjoy dinner on your own, or take in an evening boat cruise. Your tour director will help arrange all the details.

Day Seven

Travel through Vancouver Island today, stopping in Duncan to see the famous totem poles, and Chemainus for their famous murals which cover most of the exterior walls in town. In Nanaimo, board a ferry to Vancouver, home for the next two nights.

Day Eight

Start the day with a guided tour of Vancouver to see all the city’s highlights. This afternoon is spent on Granville Island for free time for lunch and exploring. Featuring a public market, renowned restaurants, shops and more, this unique attraction is one of the most popular places to visit in Vancouver. This evening, enjoy an included farewell dinner with your travelling companions.

Day Nine

Board a flight back to Toronto for a convenient return flight home, where you’ll meet Great Canadian shuttle drivers for a worry-free drive to your home town with plenty of memories from your adventure out west.