8-Day Canadian Rockies Tour from Vancouver: Yoho National Park, Banff National Park, Glacier National Park, Kamloops and Victoria

What you'll experience

Highlights

8 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Vancouver/Seattle Airport Pick-up (Tour A for your reference)

   For all guests who collect luggage and meet with the guide before 12:15, you may pay $1 to participate in the 3-hour Vancouver tour. Please patiently wait in the airport lobby and we will depart from the airport at 12:30.

   Vancouver tour itinerary: Gastown → 2010 Winter Olympics Torch Plaza → Canada Place, via Chinatown.
   
      

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver-Airport, Accent Inn Vancouver Airport
2. 2

   Day 2 — Vancouver - Kelowna - Salmon Arm / Revelstoke

   Today we will depart from Vancouver in the morning and pass through the scenic Fraser Valley until arriving at the beautiful town of Marritt, which is the location of the famous movie Jurassic Park. After lunch, we will head to Kelowna, the hometown of fruits in BC Province, to visit the local famous "VQA" winery to taste red and white grape wines and buy world-famous Canadian ice wine. We will also pass by Okanagan Lake and the color-changing lake known as the "Water Monster Lake." We will also be staying overnight in Salmon Bay/Grizzly.

   Vancouver → Merritt → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Salmon Arm / Revelstoke
   
      

   

   Okanagan Lake

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm, Sandman Hotel Revelstoke
3. 3

   Day 3 — Salmon Arm / Revelstoke - Banff National Park - Banff

   In the morning, we will visit the famous "Last Nail" in the Pacific Railway Memorial Park, which is a mark to commemorate the completion of the Pacific Railway and also witness the great contribution made by Chinese workers to the railway more than a hundred years ago. Then, we will drive through Glacier National Park and Yoho National Park, and we will finally enter into Banff National Park. After lunch, we will proceed to the beautiful Lake Louise. Then, we will go to one of the most photographic lakes Moraine Lake (depending on the road conditions). Following, we will head to take a quick tour at the Bow River Falls. We will also take the Banff Gondola to enjoy the wonderful scenic views of the Rocky Mountains. Stay overnight in Baff.

   Salmon Arm / Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass-by) → Yoho National Park (Pass-by) → Banff National Park → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Banff Gondola (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Banff

   Special Note: The opening time of Moraine Lake is from June to mid-October. If it is not open during the tour, the scenic spot will be cancelled, and the tour time of Louise Lake will be increased accordingly.
   
      

   

   Canadian Pacific Railway's Last Spike

   

   Glacier National Park

   

   Yoho National Park

   

   Banff National Park

   

   Lake Louise

   

   Moraine Lake

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Irwin's Mountain Inn, Red Carpet Inn
4. 4

   Day 4 — Banff Town - Banff National Park - Banff Town

   Rise and shine! Today we will head to Johnston Canyon in the morning. This canyon is a truly breathtaking natural attraction in Banff National Park. The magnificent waterfalls of Johnston Creek will leave you with an unforgettable impression. Then, we will drive along the Route 93, which was selected as "the most beautiful landscape road in the world." Along the way, we will pass the Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake, and finally arrive at the famous Peyto Lake. Following, we will take a visit to the Columbia Icefield. You can take a giant snowmobile to the Athabasca Glacier and get in touch with the ancient ice. You may also walk on the 280-meter-high glass bridge! Finally, we will head to the Athabasca Falls and stay overnight in Jasper.
   Note: We have received a notice from the scenic spot that due to the sudden wildfire in Jasper, Canada, Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake Cruise, and Columbia Icefield are temporarily closed until further notice. In order to ensure the safety and travel experience of guests, and in combination with the actual situation of the scenic spot, we have made the following adjustments after careful consideration.
   During the closure of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows:
   Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Bubble Lake (30 minutes) → Marble Canyon (60 minutes) → Stone Pillar Observation Deck (20 minutes) → Surprise Point (20 minutes) → Banff
   Tip: During the closure period, the mandatory tour fees will be reduced by the cost of the Columbia Icefield Snowcoach and Glacier Skywalk. The reduction amounts are: Adults: CAD$90/person (USD$70/person), Children: CAD$60/person (USD$50/person).
   After the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and Glacier Glass Bridge reopen, the itinerary is as follows:
   Banff → Icefield Parkway → Crowfoot Glacier (passing by) → Bow Lake (passing by) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Columbia Glacier (3 hours, giant snowmobile and glacier glass bridge are mandatory items) → Banff
   
        

   

   Banff National Park

   

   Peyto Lake

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Irwin's Mountain Inn, Red Carpet Inn
5. 5

   Day 5 — Banff - Kamloops

   In the morning, we will leave Jasper for the famous scenic spots, Maligne Lake and Maligne Canyon. It is the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains. Here is the world-famous Spirit Island with beautiful lakes and mountains. At noon, we will arrive at Mount Robson Provincial Park. Mount Robson is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but also the starting point of the Fraser River. It is also the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, with an altitude of 3954 meters. After lunch, we will head to Wells Gray Provincial Park and take a visit to Spahats Creek Falls, which is a geographical wonder left after years of glacial and volcanic activities. Then, we will stay overnight in Kamloops.
   Note: We have received a notice from the scenic spot that due to the sudden wildfire in Jasper, Canada, Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake Cruise, and Columbia Icefield are temporarily closed until further notice. In order to ensure the safety and travel experience of guests, and in combination with the actual situation of the scenic spot, we have made the following adjustments after careful consideration.
   During the closure and reopen of the Columbia Glacier Snowmobile and the Glacier Glass Bridge, the itinerary is as follows:
   Banff → Lake Minnewanka (30-90 minutes, you can join the cruise at your own expense) → Two Jack Lake (20 minutes) → Johnston Canyon (45 minutes) → Emerald Lake (30 minutes) → Natural Bridge (20 minutes) → Kamloops

      

   

   Lake Minnewanka

   

   Johnston Canyon

   

   Emerald Lake

   

   Two Jack Lake

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Prestige Aberdeen Lodge Kamloops
6. 6

   Day 6 — Kamloops - BC Wildlife Park - Vancouver

   In the morning, we will first visit the Kamloops Ginseng Factory. You will learn about the planting and curative effect of ginseng, and you will have the opportunity to taste authentic ginseng tea. Then we will head to visit the BC Wildlife Park. You can see various wild animals here! After lunch, follow us and have a quick view of the filming location of Stallone's movie "First Blood" - Hope Town, which is the only way for gold diggers years ago. After lunch, we will drive back to Vancouver.

   Kamloops → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → BC Wildlife Park (Optional, 90 mins) → Hope Town (30 mins) → Vancouver
   
      

   

   Sunmore Ginseng Factory

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver-Airport, Accent Inn Vancouver Airport
7. 7

   Day 7 — Vancouver - Victoria

   Le's take a tour to the beautiful city of Vancouver! We will first go to the Butchart Gardens, which has a history of 100 years. There are many theme gardens in the garden. Through Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest commercial street in Chinatown on the island. Then, go to the Victoria Mile Zero Monument. After that, we will visit the Victoria Inner Harbor with British style and stay overnight in Victoria. 

   Vancouver → BC ferry (90 mins, Madatory ticket)→ The Butchart Gardens (60 mins, Madatory ticket ) → Chinatown Victoria (Pass by) → Victoria Mile Zero Monument (15 mins) → Victoria Inner Harbour (120 mins, you may choose to participate in English afternoon tea at your own expense in Empress Hotel) → Victoria
   
           

   

   Butchart Gardens

   

   Chinatown, Victoria

   

   Victoria Harbour

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Red Lion Inn and Suites Victoria
8. 8

   Day 8 — Victoria - Vancouver

   Today we will first visit the Hatley Park National Historic Site, which is a hot spot for a Hollywood film shooting, X-Men. Then, we will go to Malahat Skywalk, a newly developed tourist attraction in Vancouver. Here, we will stroll among giants along a 600 m elevated walkway through a west coast forest of Arbutus and Douglas Firs. Following, we will go to Chemainus Festival Of Murals Society. There are murals meticulously created by artists on the walls of the streets, which are lively and reflect the local customs and history. There are also several antique shops in the city. Finally, we will go to the scenic port city of Nanaimo and take the BC ferry back to Vancouver.

   Victoria → Hatley Park National Historic Site (exterior, 30 minutes) → Malahat SkyWalk (Optional, 90 mins) → Chemainus Festival Of Murals Society (90 mins) → Nanaimo → BC ferry (90 mins, Mandatory)→  Vancouver
   
      

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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