8-Day Canadian Rockies Tour from Vancouver: Butchart Gardens, Banff, Lake Minnewanka, Johnston Canyon | Free Airport Transfer

What you'll experience

Highlights

8 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Vancouver 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: Accent Inns Vancouver Airport, Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver Airport
2. 2

   Day 2 — Victoria 1-Day Tour

   Named after Queen Victoria, lies the city of Victoria! Victoria is the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia and is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada's Pacific coast. It is one of the oldest cities. Victoria has retained a large number of its historic buildings and famous landmarks like the Parliament Buildings. 
   Vancouver → BC Ferry (Mandatory, 90 mins)→ The Butchart Gardens(Mandatory, 60 mins)→ Chinatown(Pass by)→ Victoria Inner Harbour(45 mins)→ Victoria Mile Zero Monument(10 minutes)→ BC Ferry(Mandatory, 90 mins)→ Vancouver

   

   Butchart Gardens

   

   Chinatown, Victoria

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Accent Inns Vancouver Airport, Hampton Inn by Hilton Vancouver Airport
3. 3

   Day 3 — "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour

   Arrive at Rocky Mountaineer Station by 7:00AM and board the Rocky Mountaineer train to Kamloops, located in the heart of British Columbia's interior. During today's journey, you'll see a dramatic change in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the coast and Cascade Mountain peaks, to the desert-like environment of the interior. Highlights include the rapids of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock shelves along the Thompson River. The first day of the trip ends between 6:00PM and 7:30PM Pacific Time when the train pulls into Kamloops along the shores of Kamloops Lake. Spend the evening exploring Kamloops or relaxing in your hotel room. Overnight in Kamloops.
   Vancouver → "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour → Kamloops
   Meals: Breakfast/Lunch served on the train
   Special Note: The departure time is based on the departure time on the train ticket. There is no tour guide on the train, and guests need to communicate in English by themselves.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Kamloops Regular Hotel (Your hotel will be allocated by the train company upon your booking, usually a three-star hotel, and the train company will arrange the hotel pick-up and drop-off service.)
4. 4

   Day 4 — "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour

   At 06:25, your venture into the heart of the mountains begins in earnest. Continuing east along the South Thompson River, you'll witness historic Craigellachie. This spot marks where the Last Spike was driven home on the Canadian Pacific Railway line, uniting the nation. You'll marvel at man's ingenuity as Rocky Mountaineer enters the Spiral Tunnels, bored through solid rock beneath a mountain over a century ago. You'll gaze in wonder at cascading waterfalls and icy glaciers spilling over the lips of the peaks above, on your way to the charming alpine town of Banff and the brilliant waters of Lake Louise. All of this craggy wilderness is yours to embrace, from the comfort of your luxurious Rocky Mountaineer coach. Around every bend awaits a moment that takes your breath away. We will pull in to overnight at a hotel in Banff.
   【Itinerary】
   Kamloops → "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour → Banff
   Meals: Breakfast/Lunch served on the train
    

   Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Irwin's Mountain Inn, Elk + Avenue Hotel, Red Carpet Inn, The Rundlestone Lodge, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
5. 5

   Day 5 — Town of Banff - Johnston Canyon - Lake Minnewanka - Town of Banff

   Today we will visit many attractions in Banff National Park. You will first explore the spectacular Johnston Canyon and admire the charming waterfalls. Then in Banff, you will have some free time to explore according to your needs and preferences. Then we will go to Lake Minnewanka, enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the lake, check in the Hoodoos, appreciate the unique structure of the rock, visit the Surprise Corner, and feel the spectacular fusion of lakes and mountains. Finally, we will return to the Town of Banff for free activities, experience the local culture and food, and then end this unforgettable journey with beautiful memories.
   【Itinerary】
   Town of Banff → TownBanff National Park → Johnston Canyon (60 mins) → Banff free time (60 mins) → Lake Minnewanka (30 mins) → Hoodoos (15 mins) → Surprise Corner (15 mins) → Town of Banff (60 mins) 

   

   Banff Town

   

   Banff National Park

   

   Johnston Canyon

   

   Lake Minnewanka

   

   Icefields Parkway

   

   Peyto Lake

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Irwin's Mountain Inn, Elk + Avenue Hotel, Red Carpet Inn, The Rundlestone Lodge, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
6. 6

   Day 6 — Banff Free Day

   Today, you can continue to enjoy your free time in Banff Town, or join one of our optional day tours at your own expense. (Each day tour requires a minimum of two participants. Please select and pay for the tour at the time of booking; otherwise, it cannot be arranged.)
   Optional Tour:
   Columbia Glacier + Peyto Lake + Bow Lake 1 Day Tour from Calgary/Banff

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Irwin's Mountain Inn, Elk + Avenue Hotel, Red Carpet Inn, The Rundlestone Lodge, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
7. 7

   Day 7 — Banff - Lake Louise - Revelstoke/Salmon Arm

   Farewell to the beautiful morning light in Banff, we will first take the Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola, overlooking the majestic Hot Springs Castle Hotel, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Banff Town and the Rocky Mountains. Then we will go to Lake Louise Village, surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains and quiet forests, which is an ideal place to enjoy rest and food. You can flexibly arrange lunch according to your personal preferences. After that, we will go to Lake Louise, known as the "Rocky Mountain Sapphire", to feel the tranquility and beauty. Then we will check in at another glacial lake in Banff, Moraine Lake, with calm lake water rippling. After the tour, we will pass through Glacier National Park and enjoy the excellent scenery of the Glacier Valley. Overnight in Grizzly Town/Salmon Bay.
   Banff → Banff Gondola (60 mins) → Bow Falls (10 mins) → Lake Louise Village (optional lunch) → Lake Louise (90mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass by) → Revelstoke/Salmon Arm
   Tips: Moraine Lake is open from June to mid-October; if the attraction is not open by then, the attraction will be canceled and the tour time of Lake Louise will be increased accordingly.
    

   

   Lake Louise

   

   Moraine Lake

   

   Banff Gondola

   

   Bow Falls

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm, Sandman Hotel Revelstoke, Hilltop Inn Salmon Arm
8. 8

   Day 8 — Revelstoke/Salmon Arm - Kamloops - Vancouver

   In the morning, we will visit the famous "Last Spike" in the Pacific Railway Memorial Park, and then go to Kamloops, the hometown of American ginseng in the north of the Okanagan Valley. The name of the city comes from the Indian word "Cumcloups", reflecting that the city is located at the confluence of two tributaries of the Thompson River. Then we will go to the gold rush town of Hope, where Stallone's movie "First Blood" was filmed. This was the only way for gold diggers back then. Finally, we will return to Vancouver along the scenic Fraser Valley Highway, ending this pleasant journey.
   Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → Hope (30 mins)  → Fraser Valley (Pass-by) → Vancouver
    

   

   Canadian Pacific Railway's Last Spike

   

   Sunmore Ginseng Factory

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

What's included

Meeting & drop-off

Cancellation policy

Important info

Special notes

• Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. If the order includes children, please make sure to inform our customer service of the age of the children in advance when placing the order, otherwise the children will be charged on-site according as adults. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
• If your order includes children, please be sure to inform them of their age in advance when booking your trip, otherwise the required items will be charged on site at the adult rate.
• Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate flight information, tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible. 
• Hotels have different room types, such as a King/Queen size beds or two double size twin beds. The maximum number of people who can legally stay in a room is 2 to 4 people. In addition, each hotel has a different method of charging the deposit, which requires the cooperation of the guests according to regulations. We guarantee the number of rooms for guests but does not guarantee the specific room type and location. Hotel check-in time is usually after 15:00.
• This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices.
• We have the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary.
• During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
• If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
• Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. The operator provides the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
• Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. We do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
• In order to make your trip more complete, pleasant, and smooth, we strongly recommend that you choose to book event tickets, catering packages, etc. when making your order. Please be aware that we do not provide any additional booking services within 7 days before the departure date or during the tour.
• The price in the system is US dollars which includes tax. If you need to pay in CAD dollars, all CAD dollar prices do not include 5% GST.
• We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on our website. It is your responsibility to check the Terms & Conditions on our website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, we shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
• The maximal waiting time for any late passengers is 10 minutes beyond the meeting time announced by the Tour Guide. While the operator makes every effort to provide on-time service, it does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point.as a specific time, which may be affected by any number of factors including weather, traffic, strikes, government shutdowns, war or terrorist attacks, or mechanical prob- lems. We are not liable for any inconvenience or expense caused as a result of such a delay, not liable for the expense of connecting air or train or bus service missed as a result of a delay and not liable for any other travel expense caused as a result of a delay.
• We reserve the right, when operating conditions require, transferring passengers from one vehicle to another en route.
• The following documents are recommended to make your check-in process smooth: A valid photo ID is required to board the bus; We recommend you bring a copy of the email confirmation to board the bus.
• This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
• Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.
• Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with Federal law and prohibited in most hotel rooms. Customers are responsible for any penalty charged by the hotel in a non-smoking room at least $250 per night.
• Pets and animals are not allowed on the vehicle.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room. 
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability atthe time of checkin. 
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.

Travel tips

 Limited-Time Free Admission to Canadian National Parks
Applicable Period: From June 20 to September 2, 2025, visitors entering designated national parks in Canada during this period will receive a cash rebate on the park admission fee!
Details:
For park visits within the applicable period, each guest will receive an on-site cash refund of USD $16 per person based on the commercial admission rate. The refund will be handled directly by the tour guide.
Friendly Reminder:
* Regardless of whether the order is new or old, payments must be made according to the originally disclosed amount. Please do not process refunds on your own when placing the order.
* All ticket discount fees will be refunded in cash to customers by the tour guide on the last day of the itinerary. Please pay attention to the group notice at that time.
* We reserve the right to interpret the terms of this promotional offer. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at any time.

Tour A:
Day 1: Vancouver Airport Pick-up
Day 2: Victoria 1-Day Tour
Day 3: "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour
Day 4: "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour
Day 5: Town of Banff - Johnston Canyon - Lake Minnewanka - Town of Banff
Day 6: Banff Free Day
Day 7: Banff - Lake Louise - Revelstoke/Salmon Arm
Day 8: Revelstoke/Salmon Arm - Kamloops - Vancouver
Tour B:
Day 1: Vancouver Airport Pick-up
Day 2: Victoria 1-Day Tour
Day 3: "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour
Day 4: "Rocky Mountaineer" First Passage to the West Train Tour
Day 5: Banff Free Day
Day 6: Town of Banff - Johnston Canyon - Lake Minnewanka - Town of Banff
Day 7: Banff - Lake Louise - Revelstoke/Salmon Arm
Day 8: Revelstoke/Salmon Arm - Kamloops - Vancouver

 [Silver Maple Train]
The single-story vaulted observation carriage has large glass windows that present a semi-panoramic view;
Enjoy breakfast and lunch (choose your main course);
Delicious snacks (no alcoholic beverages);
Intimate service, comfortable seats and accommodation arrangements.
Upgrade at your own expense [Golden Maple Train]
Double-decker vaulted observation carriage, exclusive panoramic view;
Specially set up luxurious dining cars, professional chefs carefully prepare delicious dishes and wines;
Enjoy breakfast and lunch as much as you want, and enjoy a variety of drinks and snacks at any time;
Professional carriage service staff and luxurious accommodation arrangements.

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